PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Welcome to Wednesday Week 8!
I hope all the Dads and Father figures in our children's lives had an amazing Father's Day on Sunday and spent some quality time together making memories and relaxing together.
A huge thank you to our parents and community members for supporting our students with their Colour fun Walkathon sponsorship forms. I know excitement is building this year with the addition of the rainbow Holi powder and the class competition to see who will be the over all winner to get the popcorn and movie party.
A few Walkathon things to remember:
- Years 3-6 on Thursday
- Years K-2 on Friday
- No school uniform on the day - Please wear a white shirt, shorts/pants and closed in shoes ie. joggers
- Each child will be given a pair of sunglasses to wear on the day
- Face masks available if needed
- Options for your child to walk around the powder area if you prefer.
- All monies raised will go into our landscaping project between the hall and canteen areas.
- The addition of the Holi powder into our Walkathon is purely for enjoyment and fun!
KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE ONLINE
Issues arise on the playground and with friendships when children are exposed to inappropriate material on the internet at a young age. As parents, it is our responsibility to ensure we are aware and know what and how our children are accessing the internet and the content they are exposed to.
Online safety education is most effective when staff and families understand the complementary roles they play in educating young people — both in and out of school.
At Artarmon, we are keen to engage with the whole school community as active and valued participants in online safety, as it is important for creating and maintaining a safe online environment for the children in our care.
The following Federal and NSW Government websites and resources may be helpful in supporting ongoing discussions around cyber safety with your children:
- The Australian Government e-Safety Commissioner parent website https:/wwwwesafetyygovv.au/parents
- The NSW Department of Education’s Digital Citizenship parent website
httpss:/wwwwdigitalcitizenshippnswweduu.au/parents-articles
- The e-Safety Commissioner’s fact sheet: 5 Tips to keep your family safe online
- The e-Safety Commissioner’s parent and child activity: Conversation starters
httpss:/wwwwesafetyygovv.au/sites/default/files/2020-03eSafetyy_Ed%20Conversation%20S%20%20Kidspdff
Thank you for working with us to support our students to be cybersafe and responsible when online.
STUDENT LEADERS AT STATE PARLIAMENT
Written by Kayleee Wong, School Captain
On Tuesday the 5th of September, four of Artarmon’s’ Student Leaders travelled into the city to visit our local member for Willoughby, Tim James, for a tour of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council Chamber at the NSW State Parliament.
We were greeted by the staff and started on some refreshments. Mr James then gave an inspiring speech to all who attended, giving personal gratitude for everyone’s outstanding contributions to their schools, as well as giving us valuable leadership advice. Mr James then presented his 2023 Certificates of Leadership.
We were then delighted to be given a tour of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council Chamber where we learned various topics about leadership, the history of the NSW State Parliament, how it works, and much more.
Overall, Artarmon Public School’s Student Leaders had a wonderful day at the New South Wales State Parliament. As Tim James’ inspiring advice stays in our hearts and minds, we hope to inspire others as we pass on the message.
THOMPSON OVAL UPGRADE
Starting in the holidays, Thompson Oval will begin its resurfacing project to create a brand new oval for the school and community to use.
The concept design includes
- U12 soccer field to match the feedback from the sports user groups
- Levelling the field at the southern end (cricket net) to increase the usable space
- Perimeter athletics track
- Retractable net to separate organised sports groups and general community
- Storage area
- Pick up and drop off areas near the oval. If students are dropped off or meet you on Reserve Rd they will need to walk up / down Barton Rd or use the pathway behind the school and the park near the basketball courts.
Please ensure you talk to your child / children about any changes that may impact your family situation.
Photo Competition:
A big congratulations to our Top 3 entries to the Wild Life Photo Competition this year:
- Pigeon Conversation by Alex Year 3
- Wild Life from my Balcony by Farzad Year Year 3
- Busy Bee by Jacob Year 6
Thank you to the Artarmon Progress Association APA) the school P&C for organisingg the competition. The Association visited our school assembly this week to present the winners with their certificates. Thank you to all of the students who uploaded their fantastic photos to take part in the competition.
