Caves Beach Public School Newsletter

Athletics Day

We will be hosting our 3-6 athletics carnival at Baxter Oval on Thursday 11th June 2026. Students from 3-6, along with the Year 2 students, who have returned their permission notes and are eligible, will be transported to the event. K-2 will participate in their own carnival on Wednesday 24th June.

 Star Struck

This week, our talented dancers will shine at the Star Struck extravaganza—a fantastic opportunity and experience for our students. A big thank you to Ms Tonks and Miss Brewster for their fantastic organisation, and heartfelt thanks to our parents and carers for supporting the students by ensuring safe travel and cheering them on at the performance.

Mrs Gibson and Mrs McLean are currently on leave. During their absence, I will be relieving for Mrs Gibson, and Mrs Nebauer will be the relieving assistant principal for Stage 2.

Kind regards

Lisa Dallaway

Relieving Principal

Week 8

• Tuesday 9th June - Kindergarten Tour 10.00am
• Wednesday 10th June - Multicultural Public Speaking
• Thursday 11th June - Athletics Carnival - Primary

Week 9

• Monday 15th June - Yak Off

Week 10

• Tuesday 23rd June - Kindergarten Parent Info Session - 5.00pm
• Wednesday 24th June - PSSA Netball Gala Day
• Wednesday 24th June - Infants Athletics Carnival
• Friday 26th June  Beanie for Brain Cancer

Week 11

• Thursday 2nd July - Basketball Gala Day

In 3/4N, we love colour! Students had a fantastic time exploring the colour spectrum as they created eye-catching abstract faces using watercolours. Through blending, experimenting and expressing their creativity, they produced vibrant artworks full of personality and imagination. Be sure to check out their colourful masterpieces!

Congratulations to the following Gold Award recipients:

        Luka W - 4/5B

        Tilly M - 4/5B

        Ava G - 4/5B

Congratulations to the following Merit Award recipients:

Week 6

Congratulations to the following GYM Award recipients:

Week 6

Congratulations to the following Merit Award recipients:

Week 7

Congratulations to the following GYM Award recipients:

Week 7

Congratulations to all students who participated in our school Spelling Bee.

We were so impressed by the confidence, focus and calmness shown by our wonderful spellers as they took to the stage and competed in front of their peers. Each participant should be very proud of their effort and courage.

A special congratulations to our Spelling Bee winners, Archer from Stage 2 and Lilah from Stage 3. What a wonderful achievement and we wish you both the best of luck in the future competitions. 

Parent Survey

In Term 2, we are inviting parents and carers to participate in the NSW Public Schools Parent Survey. The survey gives you the opportunity to share your experience at our school, including communication, inclusion, wellbeing and how your child’s learning is supported.

Hearing directly from our parents and carers will help us understand what’s working well and where improvements can be made. Participation in the survey is optional, your responses are anonymous, and it takes around 10 to 15 minutes to complete. You can access at the survey at https://surveyme.education.nsw.gov.au/sc/fHqIWVCsg4suBij6-C8JxA2

Further information about the NPSS Parent Survey is available at https://education.nsw.gov.au/npss.

The Enviro Group meets with Miss Heap every Thursday at lunch break and enjoy working together to care for our school environment.

Students love spending time in the vegetable garden where they plant seeds, grow, harvest and taste fresh vegetables. They also help care for our native gardens, manage the playground recycling bins and work together to keep our playground clean and litter free.

Through these hands-on activities, students are learning the importance of sustainability, teamwork and caring for the environment

Vocabulary Development in Everyday life

A strong vocabulary is one of the most important building blocks for learning. Children with well-developed vocabulary skills are often better able to understand what they read, express their ideas clearly, and engage confidently in classroom learning.

Simple Ways to Build Vocabulary at Home

1.      Talk Throughout the Day

Everyday routines provide excellent opportunities for language development. While cooking, shopping, driving, or walking, introduce and explain new words naturally.

For example:

·         “These bananas are overripe.”

·         “The weather looks gloomy today.”

·         “Let’s organise the groceries into categories.”

Using rich and varied language helps children hear words in meaningful contexts.

2.      Read Together

Reading remains one of the most powerful ways to build vocabulary. When reading with your child:

·         Pause to explain unfamiliar words

·         Ask questions about the story

·         Encourage predictions and discussion

·         Revisit favourite books

Hearing new words repeatedly helps children remember and use them.

3.      Encourage Curiosity about Words

If your child asks what a word means, explore it together. You might:

·         Discuss synonyms

·         Use the word in another sentence

·         Find examples in real life

·         Look it up together

Showing curiosity about language encourages children to become active word learners.

4.      Use Descriptive Language

Instead of simple words like “good” or “nice,” try more precise vocabulary such as:

·         delighted

·         exhausted

·         enormous

·         fragile

·         fascinating

Rich language exposure supports deeper understanding and communication skills.

Small conversations every day can make a big difference in developing confident communicators and learners!

Band

It has been a another productive two weeks of band! Senior band have been doing a marvellous job each week of performing at the Friday assembly and Junior band is getting very close to their first performance in week 11. Keep up the great work! 

A band photo will be available for purchase in the coming weeks, a note will be sent home when the company provides it tot he school. 

Mrs Scott

Week 8

Junior band 8:15am – 8:55am - Tuesday only - Athletics Carnival Thursday!

Senior band 8am – 8:55am - Wednesday and Friday 

Week 9 

Junior band 8:15am – 8:55am - Tuesday and Thursday

Senior band 8am – 8:55am - Wednesday and Friday 

Please send a black display folder with current band music to rehearsals each week.

Tutor Lessons:

Lance Verdon- clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone & percussion - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday  

Rachael Sebastian- keyboard -  Tuesday

Isabella O'Brien - flute and bass guitar - Tuesday 

Fees:

Fees will be collected through the school office for all band members. These will be allocated to your School Bytes account in the next few weeks and include the whole year fee and instrument hire, if applicable. 

These fees can be paid off termly @ $60 per term or in full at any stage of the year. Instrument hire fees are due term 1 to secure the instrument for your child. Instrument hire fee is non- refundable.

Band fee - $60 per student per term.

Instrument Hire fee - $100 per year, due term 1

Reeds:

Reeds are available for purchase with cash only to Mrs Scott or Lance at band rehearsal:

Clarinet - Rico - $3.50 (Beginner students) 

Clarinet - Vandoren - $4.50 (Intermediate - advanced Students) 

Saxophone - $4.50 

Bass Clarinet - $7.50

Students will be supplied with a reed when one is broken so they can continue to participate in rehearsals and lessons.  A slip will be sent home with your child with the cost displayed and payment is expected within the same week.  Happy  music making! 

📣 Where to Find Us & Stay Connected

📧 Email: cavesbeachpublicschool@pcaffiliate.onmicrosoft.com

🌐 Website: Caves Parent

📱 Facebook: Caves Beach Public School P&C

🛍️ Buy, Swap & Sell Group: Caves Beach Public School P&C Buy, Swap and Sell

Together, we’re creating special memories and opportunities for our kids. 🏫✨

Caves Beach Public School P&C

Working together for our kids 💛 

👋 Seeking canteen volunteers  

If you are free and keen to help please email me below.

We are also looking for more volunteers on Thursdays and Fridays. 

You can help by volunteering once a month on the roster or casually when you’re available. Shifts are 9:00am–12:00pm, everything is easy to learn—we’ll show you what to do 😊

Please spread the word and encourage friends to get involved. The kids love seeing you at school, and it’s a great way to be part of the community 💙

Contact email: cavescanteen@gmail.com

Volunteer Roster for this fortnight:

Thanks so much for your support!

Madonna at  Seaside Bites🏖️