NSW CHAMPIONS

On Monday afternoon I was lucky enough to be able to drive to Sydney Olympic Tennis Centre to watch our four talented young tennis stars compete in the NSW State PSSA final against Parks Public School. Not only were there some great serves, rallies, drop shots and returns but there was outstanding sportsmanship, honesty and  fairplay. Both teams played exceptionally well and when speaking to the teacher from Parkes, I was told this is their students first time ever playing on a hard court. They are use to only clay courts and keeping score by scratching it in the dirt using their feet.

An amazing effort from our team who walked away at the end of the day with the title of NSW PSSA Tennis Champions! A achievement they will never forget. Keep an eye out for these talented young kids on the main stage in a few years.

AFTER SCHOOL PICK UP 

Students are unable to stay at school unsupervised at the end of the day and play with their friends before heading home. It is a duty of care issue that when dismissed at the end of the school day, students need to leave the school grounds to either meet their parents or travel home as agreed with their parent/ guardian. There is no teacher supervision and if an accident were to occur, their is no one around to help.

SELECTIVE HIGH SCHOOL

Earlier this year, many of our Year 6 students sat the Selective High School Placement Test. Over the last few days, results have been sent to families.  

Every child and their family regardless of their result, should feel proud of their child’s efforts on the day and their commitment to preparing themselves and having a go. Well done to all participating students! 

BOOK WEEK - DREAMING WITH YOUR EYES OPEN.

Even though we will celebrate with costumes and fun later in the term, please take the time this week to sit down with your child or children and enjoy quality time reading together and building the love of literature. Talk together about books and celebrate together as a family. We are looking forward to having some fun with costumes and books as a school at the end of the Term. Start planing what your costume might be! See the link here to view the winning books for 2022 https://cbca.org.au/winners-2022

2022 was another excellent year for the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge at Artarmon Public School.

571 students registered to take on the challenge of reading between 20 – 30. Well done to our 368 students who succeeded. The NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge encourages students to read widely and to develop habits of lifelong reading. Students who participate in the Challenge are fostering a love of reading and improving their literacy. Thank you to all members of our school community who supported students to participate in this important initiative. Certificates of achievement will be issued in Term 4.

Congratulations to the following students who completed the Premier’s Reading Challenge in the final:

Aiden Jeon, 3

Kareena Nalliah, 3

Hannah Cheng, 4

Arlen Rowan, 4

Eason Chen, 5

Rohan Nalliah, 5

Keaton Parsons, 5

Atharva Khanna, 6

Konoha Thomason, 6

Peter Wang, 6

Tickets for the Concourse concert are now available through Ticketek.

Get your tickets now https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=ARTARMON22 

If your child is performing, they do not need a ticket.

Artarmon Public School presents ‘Celebration of the Arts.’ Thursday 15^th September 2022 at 7pm.

Artarmon Public School invites you to join us for an evening performance showcasing our finest dance, choir and musical ensembles.

This concert will feature our Year Two and Kameraigal Choirs, our Junior and Senior Dance Groups and Guitar Group, Training, Junior, Concert and Senior Strings, Orchestra, Junior, Training, Concert and Senior Bands.

We look forward to sharing this celebration of the arts and our amazingly talented students with you.

PERMISSION NOTE UPDATE- Last call for notes!

Strings Uniform

-On the note that went home (23.08.22), there was some outdated information regarding the 'Strings Uniform'

Music Uniforms-Band and Strings are as follows:

- White point-collar long sleeved shirt (NOT the winter blouse for girls)
- black formal pants,
- black socks, and
- black school shoes;
- Music Tie
White collared shirts and pants are available from the school uniform shop or may be purchased elsewhere e.g. Kmart, Lowes etc. Music tie, only available from school uniform shop - $20. Please purchase a music uniform prior to the concert.

There has been some confusion around who to return the permission notes to. 'Group Leaders' refers to the leader of the ensemble. The group leaders need to be aware of who is attending the Concourse Concert so that they know numbers and formations for the night. If your child is in more than one ensemble, there are 2 'return slips' on the permission note that can be given to both leaders. If they are in more than 2, they can come and get an extra note or a handwritten note from home will suffice. Group leaders for each ensemble are listed below:

Band- Mr Walmsley

Strings- Mr Mansakhani

Guitar- Lan Zhong

Jnr Dance- Mrs Stanistreet or Mrs Ekas

Snr Dance- Ms Gallagher and Ms Winchester

Year 2 Choir- Ms Mullens, Ms Wickens and Ms Mendes

Kameraigal Choir- Ms Marshall, Mr Oriel and Mrs Sestak

You are invited to attend the 2022 Literacy Parent Information Evening at Artarmon Public School. FINAL CHANCE TO RSVP https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSew5EKZMhUvzdzFnkbk4oQJH4-jT3PsbOqeeaLDcKxE5j48qw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Who: Parents and caregivers of all students (K-6) at Artarmon Public School.

When: Wednesday 24 August (Week 6) from 6:00 - 7:30pm.

Where: Artarmon Public School, beginning in the school hall at 6pm.

The evening will provide you with information about:

• the current K-6 English syllabus, as well as the new K-2 English syllabus being rolled out state wide in 2023;
• a closer look into literacy teaching practices at Artarmon PS, including targeted sessions aimed at parents of Kindergarten, Stage One (Year 1&2) and Stage Two/Three (Years 3-6) students;
• strategies and tips for supporting your child or children with their literacy development at home; and
• in-school interventions to support the literacy development of students with additional English language needs, including our EAL/D and Learning Support programs.

We look forward to seeing you at the information evening on Wednesday 24 August!

Artarmon Public School Band

Term 3 - Committee Meeting

6.30 – 7.30 pm, Wednesday 24th August 2022, Via Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84126653059

Meeting ID: 841 2665 3059
Passcode: 677472

AGENDA

1. Welcome
2. Director update
3. School executive update
4. Upcoming events:
   1. Band Recording (Term 3 Week 8 / 9^th September)
   2. Concourse Concert (Term 3 Week 9 / 15^th September)
5. Actions from previous minutes
6. Equipment order
7. Music jackets

6. Any other business
7. Insurance claim for damaged / wear & tear instruments
8. Succession planning - Tutor Coordinator & Instrument Coordinator
9. French Horn Tutor
10. Date of next meeting

Dear String Parents,

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

Chatswood Concourse Concert

There is a mistake in the note for the Concourse Concert that went out at ensemble rehearsals today. Performers need to wear their music uniform for the Concourse concert.

The music uniform is as follows:

• White point-collar long sleeved shirt (NOT the winter blouse for girls)
• black formal pants,
• black socks, and
• black school shoes;
• Music Tie

White collared shirts and pants are available from the school uniform shop or may be purchased elsewhere e.g. Kmart, Lowes etc. Music tie, only available from school uniform shop - $20. Please purchase a music uniform prior to the concert.

Strings Co-Convener Opening

Great news! We have managed to get two conveners for this role – more updates to come shortly.

Absence during Tutorials

A reminder regarding absences: parents/caregivers must inform their child's instrumental tutor directly regarding absences in a timely manner. It is important to note school does not inform tutors of student absentees. Lessons that are missed without due notice will be forfeited.

Orchestra – Parent Supervision Roster

Our orchestra ensemble is on Wednesdays 7:50am – 8:50am in the Music Room. If you are available to assist and supervise the rehearsals, please sign up using the following google link:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AWVJlOXfX9dBr-W4a2_a2t1yeis5_G1FwaYDnAWE9fA/edit?usp=sharing

Dates for the diary

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

Ensembles

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

Ensemble rehearsals

Got a question?

Step 1: Have you looked in the 2022 Strings information pack? A copy is available in the MSM parent portal: https://portal.msmusic.com.au/artarmonmusic

Step 2: Keep up to date with our weekly Strings News by checking Newsflash in the Schoolzine app.

Step 3: For instrument related enquiries please contact our Instrument Coordinators Aarti at APSstringsinstruments@gmail.com

For tutor related enquires please contact our Tutor Coordinator Jane at tutorband@artarmonpandc.org.au.

For invoicing related enquiries, please contact our Treasurers Namitha and Cat at stringstreasurer@gmail.com.

Step 4: for any other enquiries please contact your wonderful String Coordinators.

Update your child’s class details

Now that classes have been confirmed, please UPDATE your child’s class details on the parent portal. https://portal.msmusic.com.au/artarmonmusic

Don’t forget to subscribe to SzApp for String Ensemble News. Found under Manage tab, choose the String Ensemble to keep in the loop with any alerts to upcoming events and updated news.

As a general courtesy, please ensure your tutors are also informed in advance if your child is unable to attend their lessons due to illness, doctor’s appointment, Selective School test, Covid isolation etc.

Artarmon Public School's Dads Group are holding their first event!

Please RSVP before the 27th August. The form will close on Friday.