Academic Reports

Student academic reports will be sent home via email on Friday afternoon. Teachers have been working hard to complete these reports to provide you with detailed information on your child's achievement and effort in the classroom. Teachers are looking forward to the opportunity to meet with you next week and provide further detail.

Please ensure you check your inbox on Friday for the report and if not received, please email the school at artarmon-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Parent Teacher Interviews

If you have not booked your parent / teacher interview, please do so by Friday afternoon this week. 

Face to face interviews will be held in the library. Please arrive a few minutes before your scheduled interview time and meet at the library door under the stairs near the Barton Rd gate.

Booking link:

https://artarmonps.schoolzineplus.com/t2pt2021

Booking instructions:

PT_Booking_instructions.pdf

Jump Rope for Heart

What a day our 'Jump Off' day has been today. To all the students, teachers and comunity members who donated and supported our students, thank you! 

A special thank you must go to Mrs Clifton who has spend countless hours organising and planning this event. It is so fantastic to see our students outside skipping, being active and supporting the heart foundation. Some amazing trick skipping too!

TOTAL AMOUNT RAISED FOR THE HEART FOUNDATION

$12,190

TOTAL STUDENT LOGGED SKIPPING HOURS

1,207 hours

Life Education Van

Wednesday next week will be the last day for the Life Education Van parked outside the school. A huge thank you to our community for your extra care and patience whilst this has been in our kiss and drop zone.

What if instead of a house made of sweets and candy, Hansel and Gretel were actually lured in by a house of brussel sprouts? Or instead of Rapunzel being locked in a high tower, she was forced to stay in a luxurious beach house? These are the fun tales that students in Year Two have been dreaming up this term.

We have read many humorous and exciting twisted fairy tales such as Previously, Once Upon a Time Online, The Paper Bag Princess and some classes read Roald Dahl’s hilarious Revolting Rhymes. We have seen our favourite fairy tale characters given a brand new story.

From these, we learned the narrative structure and many things that could make our writing really special: sizzling starts, onomatopoeia, similes, metaphors, alliteration and dialogue. It was then our turn to try and create our own narrative, either by twisting stories ourselves or creating our own characters and plot lines.

While quite a difficult process, the students approached it with gusto, each working to the best of their potential to produce a narrative of their own. Have a read of some of these samples. Ask your child what their narrative was about!

Long ago, in the year 1786, Little Blue Riding Hood’s mother baked a delicious gingerbread man for the boy to take to her grandmother’s house. She lived in a small wooden hut near the beach. At the beach, Little Blue Riding Hood saw something that looked like a car and within it there was a strange dial. He twisted the dial and when he went to get out of the car he bumped the launch button.

Enqi 1/2 MC

Draco was in a magic school, Hogwarts, but before we learn more about him, let’s figure out how he even got there? It all started with Draco Malfoy at his cousins’ muggle house. His cousins knew he was a wizard but never told him. Now you might be wondering, why is he not in his family’s house?

Ali 1/2 MC

“Help me!” said a petrified voice from the bitter cold and haunted mansion. Jack and Zac were getting scared. “Runnnn!” They were now sprinting down the cramped pathway to the abandoned street. They were being chased. But by who?

Namah 2JC

Once upon a time there was a smart girl called Crystal. She was turning into a late girl! She knew that her teacher would be strict with her if she was late. The reason why is because at Manly Rainbow High tests are always in the morning (if there were any tests). There was a test!

Inaya 2MK

In a beautiful house in an AMAZING GARDEN lived Amy! She was a pretty little girl that had dark brown hair, blue eyes and peachy coloured skin. Her house was white and the roof was bright red. She lived with her lovely mother, father, grandma and grandpa. Her mother cooked delicious food, cleaned the clothes very well and washed the dishes carefully. Her dad went to work every day to earn money. Finally, her grandpa and grandma fixed clothes for money too.

Gabriela 2MK

"Mum, can I go outside?" called Mary from her bedroom. No answer. Mary was sitting on her eiderdown blanket. She stared, longing to go outside. Outside, snow was pouring down. Mary lived in a 'yellow with age' brick house. She had been a weirdo ever since she was born. She felt like a weirdo. Mary had wavy, long brown hair and blue beady eyes. She always wore a ragged colourful dress. Her parents never allowed her to go outside, but today this was her chance to be free! "Finally," thought Mary. 

Jaime 2EC

Then I saw a four armed, two headed monster. I also saw a dragon with four heads, two wings, three tails with huge rocks stuck on them and four arms. It roared with all its might and the dragon and the monster charged at us.

Joshua 2SS

Peter took a razor-sharp blade from his belt and thrust it at the monster.  A slimy tentacle crawled onto the sword with Peter dangling from it. Peter used all his strength and cut a long tentacle. It howled horribly in the cave. A wave of golden blood rushed down.

Jarvis 2SS

In addition to email communication, we encourage you to regularly check Newsflash for upcoming events and important Strings updates.

Registration for Music Camp has been sent out last week, please keep an eye out for this and register before Monday 28^th June.

Strings instruments tuning

With the drop in temperature, this change plays havoc with the instrument being in tune. We have noted a few broken strings which required to be replaced. First point of call, please bring your instrument to the music room at recess as there will always be a strings tutor that will be able to assist and tune the instrument.

Diary Dates

Attendance to the above events is compulsory and String students are expected to attend as part of the Music Program.

Music Camp – Register by Monday 28th June

Dear Music Parents and Carers,

We are excited to announce that the 2021 Music Camp will be going ahead on Saturday 28^th and Sunday 29^th August for all BAND and STRING members Year 4 and above.

This year the camp will be held at The Collaroy Centre, 22 Homestead Ave, Collaroy NSW 2097. Ph 9982 9800

The camp is a wonderful opportunity for the children to consolidate their musical skills and also rehearse for the end of year concert.

You have recently received an email from the music camp coordinator via the artarmonmusiccamp@gmail.com address. Please take a moment to review the notice emailed to you which covers off important information about the upcoming music camp.

ACTION REQUIRED - Registration and Payment

You need to register your child for the Music Camp using the TryBooking website. There are no paper forms and payment is by credit card or debit card only.

Your child must be registered by no later than Monday the 28^th of June, as we must notify final numbers to the venue at that time.

To register go to: https://www.trybooking.com/BSAQK. 

The cost for the 2021 Music Camp is $220 per student.

We are also looking for parent volunteers to help support the coordination of the weekend. If you are able to assist, please note your preference when registering your child via the trybooking platform.

The band students are very excited that the music camp can go ahead this year and we would like to thank our wonderful music teachers, conveners and parent volunteers in advance for the contribution you all make to enriching our children's lives.

Volunteers needed.

We still need to fill the following volunteer roles to assist with Strings in 2021/2022:

• STRINGS CO-CONVENOR:  Assists Convenor with insurances, instrument purchases, newsflash writeups, replies to email queries, updates MSM portal, event planning, liaises with Strings committee, uniform shop, school, and Mr Mansukhani. Takes over the reins of Convenor for a minimum 2-year term. Requires work in your own home.  Approximately 2 hours a week.

By volunteering you will be making a valuable contribution to the running of the String program and your child(ren) will love to see you get involved.

If you are interested in volunteering for one of these roles or would like more information, please email strings.artarmonpandc@gmail.com

Reminders

Invoices are required to be paid by the end of March. Failure to do so may mean that your child will not be able to attend ensemble rehearsals from this week. Please check your email/junk mail for invoice and payment details.

All hard copy invoices have been printed and given to those students that are yet to provide payment. Your child will also have a copy of the invoice that has been printed and kept in their music folder.  

If you intend to use Creative Kids vouchers towards payment for Strings fees, please ensure you pay $100 less than the total invoice. Please consider the administration headache for the Strings Team volunteers if you decide later that you would like to use the Creative Kids Voucher. Thanks for your understanding.

If you have any questions related to an invoice or payment, email stringstreasurer@gmail.com

Got a question?

If it is about your hired instrument or instrumental tutorial, please contact your tutor at first instance.

Alternatively contact our instrument coordinator or strings coordinator if required. For anything else please contact your Strings Convenor.

Tutorials:

If you have a question regarding your child’s tutorial, please email your Tutor in the first instance. Alternatively, email Jane at tutorband@artarmonpandc.org.au

Parent Portal – Update Class Details

If your child is enrolled in Band, please log into the Parent Music Portal, and update your child’s class details asap. This is important information we need for scheduling & communication purposes with the school.  https://portal.msmusic.com.au/artarmonmusic

THANK YOU!

Ensemble rehearsals:          

If your child is sick and/or unable to attend a rehearsal, please notify your Strings Coordinator.

2021 Strings Committee

Band parents, in addition to email communications, we encourage you to regularly check Newsflash for upcoming events and important band updates.

We have several events that are coming up and scheduled in for later in the year. See key dates below and add them into your calendar.

2021 Calendar Dates:

Music Camp – Register by Monday 28^th June

Dear Music Parents and Carers,

We are excited to announce that the 2021 Music Camp will be going ahead on Saturday 28^th and Sunday 29^th August for all BAND and STRING members, Year 4 and above.

This year the camp will be held at The Collaroy Centre, 22 Homestead Ave, Collaroy NSW 2097, Ph. 9982 9800.

The camp is a wonderful opportunity for the children to consolidate their musical skills and also rehearse for the end of year concert.

You will have recently received an email from the music camp coordinator via the artarmonmusiccamp@gmail.com address. Please take a moment to review the notice emailed to you which covers off important information about the upcoming music camp.

ACTION REQUIRED – Music Camp Registration and Payment

You need to register your child for the Music Camp using the TryBooking website. There are no paper forms and payment is by credit card or debit card only.

Your child must be registered by no later than Monday the 28^th of June, as we must notify final numbers to the venue at that time.

To register go to: https://www.trybooking.com/BSAQK. 

The cost for the 2021 Music Camp is $220 per student.

We are also looking for parent volunteers to help support the coordination of the weekend. If you are able to assist, please note your preference when registering your child via the trybooking platform.

The band students are very excited that the music camp can go ahead this year and we would like to thank our wonderful music teachers, conveners and parent volunteers in advance for the contribution you all make to enriching our children's lives.

Hire Instrument Repair & Maintenance

If you think your hired instrument needs repairing in any way, the first step is to see your tutor to check over the instrument. In some instances, the instrument may only require a minor adjustment which the tutor can fix for you. After inspecting the instrument, if your tutor confirms that the instrument needs to be repaired, they will provide further instructions for how to arrange an instrument repair and/or replacement.

For other general enquiries regarding instrument hire please contact our Instrument Coordinators by emailing apsbandinstruments@gmail.com

Tutorials:

If you have a question regarding your child’s tutorial, please email or speak to your Tutor in the first instance. Alternatively, email Jane/Rebecca at tutorband@artarmonpandc.org.au

Important note – All Students participating in the Band program are required to take lessons (at school or externally) in their band instrument. If you were going to arrange an external music tutor but now need in-school tuition, please email Jane/Rebecca, our Tutor Coordinators.

Invoices Overdue – Payment Reminder

Confirming Semester 1 invoices have been issued. Please check your email for invoice details. The payment of invoices is now overdue.  Prompt payment is appreciated.

If you intend to use a Creative Kids voucher towards the payment of band fees, please ensure you pay $100 less than the total of your Semester 1 invoice.

If you have questions related to an invoice or payment, email treasurerband@artarmonpandc.org.au

Band & Orchestra Rehearsal Times:

• Training Band: Fridays 8am to 8.50am
• Junior Concert Band: Mondays 12.50pm to 1.40pm & Thursdays 8am to 8.50am
• Concert Band: Mondays 8am to 8.50am & Thursdays 12.50pm to 1.40pm
• Senior Concert Band: Tuesdays 8am to 8.50am & Thursdays 2pm to 2.55pm
• Orchestra: Wednesdays from 8am to 8.50am
• Jazz Band: Thursdays from 3pm to 4pm

If your child is sick and/or unable to attend a rehearsal, please notify your Band Coordinator.

All band & orchestra rehearsals are held in the music room. For rehearsals before school, students should arrive at school promptly at 7.50am so that band rehearsals can start by 8am.

Band Committee 2021

A big thank you to all these parents who have volunteered to help with band this year. Your assistance is greatly appreciated!

We still need to fill the following volunteer roles to assist with the running of Band in 2021/2022:

• Band Secretary 2021
• Band Convenor 2022 (Co-convenor 2021)

By volunteering you will be making a valuable contribution to the APS Community and the running of the Band program. Your child(ren) will love to see you get involved and it’s a great way to connect with the local school community!

If you are interested in getting involved in the music program as a parent volunteer, email band@artarmonpandc.org.au

THANK YOU!