Dear Wideview families,

Dear Wideview Families,

After an exciting adventure away in Indochina it was great to come back to work appreciating how lucky we are in this beautiful country of ours.

“Let the radiance of my enthusiasms envelop the poor courtyard and the bare classroom. Let my heart be a stronger column and my goodwill purer gold than the columns and gold of rich schools”

- Gabriela Mistral – Chilean teacher

I thought the above quote is timely in the era of government stimulation monies. It is fabulous to get the goodies for Public Education but useful for us to reflect every now and then about education facilities for many others in the world and just how fortunate we are!!

Well I believe it will all start happening next term? ... new library, new administration with easier access for parents, fresh paint, three new classrooms and interactive white boards for all classrooms. All at the same time!! This will mean relocation of these existing facilities to another area of the school. As we begin this process I will keep you informed. It will be very disruptive for a time and I ask for your patience and tolerance of all, but the eventual outcome will be a gift for our children’s learning and minds.

As usual Wideview staff, students, and parents have been very active this term and time to say thanks from all of us!

· A big well done to our Senior Girls Netball team who won the grand final against Turramurra last week. Congratulations to the team and Mr. M and Mr Peirce who made the grand final banner.

· Thankyou to Mr. Harpur for coordinating our very first Band Camp, culminating into a wonderful concert at days end.

· Thankyou to Juliette, Sharon, Kirsten, and Susan and all the parents who helped out on Wideview Rides Day.

· Thankyou to Tom Carlos and staff for a successful athletics carnival through to students going to zone.

· Thankyou to Mrs. Price for all the hard work organising Book Week and the Premier’s reading challenge.

· Thankyou to all the mums who coordinated and helped out on the Father’s Day stall.

· Thankyou to Mrs. Reynolds, staff, students and parents who helped to make our Art Show such a great success.

· Thankyou to Mr. Harpur, staff, P&C, and Apex for your generous time to help make “Father’s in Education” morning a great success.

· Thankyou to Ms. Hardie for her involvement organising The Hornsby District Choral Festival.

· And our WONDERFUL SASS staff who are always behind the scenes in all of the above.

The list could go on for ever there are so many “giving” people to our students at Wideview P.S. Your hearts are our strong columns and your goodwill pure as gold!

Warm regards,

Cherie Bourke

Wideview P.S. Principal

Senior Girls Netball

Grand Final

What a nail-bitting, nerve-racking, sensational Grand Final!!!!

After finishing the season as undefeated champions Wideview played Turramurra in the Grand Final. The game was played at a frenetic pace on an extremely hot afternoon, where the outcome of the game was constantly in the balance. Till the final whistle neither side weakened their resolve playing with pride and utter determination. When the final whistle did blow, the score was 15-14, Wideview's way. The applause and cheers, from both spectators and players, showed the joy and relief from such a tough contest.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

The winning squad was: Alanis B, Arielle B, Charlotte B, Emma F, Lauren F, Leonie L, Keely N, Rebecca H, Samantha H, Savannah P, Tara P.

The team and Mr M would like to thank all the parents who attended all the games lending their support and cheering us on. In particular we would like to thank Mrs Balken, Mrs Barnicoat, Mrs Stanyer, Mrs Fitzsimmons, Mrs Paterson and Mr Peirce for the grand final banner. Also Jessica Enever for umpiring the grand final.

P.S. Netball Trivia: The team was undefeated throughout the season scoring 311 goals for and only 103 scored against.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!

Don’t forget the Shopping Tour is on Saturday 19^th September; all monies need to be in by this Friday 11^th to ensure your seat on the bus. Cost is $37 per head and can be left in an envelope at the office.

CLOTHING POOL OPENING HOURS: 8.15 a.m. to 9.30 THURSDAYS

For Friday 4^th only clothing pool will be open 8.15 to 9.30

Shayne Littley 9456 1253

MERIT AWARDS

TERM 3 WEEK 5 Writing

KD Alisha T. Lily F.

KR Indiana A. Tanisha S.

KW Rose J. Ben D.

1A Kendal R. Keegan M.

1C Madeline F. Lauren K.R.

1/2L Mathew J. Mikaela B.

2H Emily M.

CALLING ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS!

To any parents or children who have taken photos at school events (swimming/athletics carnivals, excursions, gardening, band and dance events, etc), could you please send copies of these photos to me at stephanie.lake@det.nsw.edu.au

This contribution to our end of year slide show is greatly appreciated.

Stephanie Lake, Computer Teacher

WOOSHC News

Next committee meeting is Monday 7th September 2009

AGM meeting is Monday 28^th September 2009 at Berowra Village Tavern.

Everyone is welcome; hope to see some new faces.

Year 2 Mum's Social Night - 22^nd September
Please come along for a night out at Berowra Pub on Tuesday 22 September
from 7pm dinner and trivia or just catch up.
7573 RSVP to Martine L 9456 or martine.b@bigpond.com so we can book a table.

2009 SCHOOL CALENDAR

Please note that dates on the calendar may change, so it is important that you check the calendar each week.

SEPTEMBER
Fri., 4^th	Fathers’ Day breakfast
Sun., 6^th	Fathers’ Day
Mon., 7^th	WOOSHC meeting
Tues., 8^th	Berowra Musica Rehearsal 8-9 am
Wed., 9^th	Zone Track – Narrabeen
Wed., 16^th	Syd Nth Athletics Carnival P&C Meeting
Thurs, 17th	Performing Arts Evening
Sat., 19^th	Shopping Bus Trip
Mon., 21^st	Festival Choir Day Concert
Tues., 22^nd	Years 3 & 4 to Mars Alive at East Ryde
Wed., 23^rd	Festival Choir Evening Performance
Thurs., 24^th	Rising Generations Yr 5
Fri., 25^th	Berowra Musica
Mon., 28th	WOOSHC AGM
OCTOBER
Mon., 5^th to 16^th	School Holidays
Mon., 19^th	Term 4 starts for whole school
Mon., 19^th to Fri., 30^th	Special Swimming School
Mon., 26^th	Waste Watchers
Tues., 27^th	Kinderlinks program commences – Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays for six weeks.
Wed, 28^th & Thurs 29^th	State Athletics Carnival
Sat., 31^st	Berowra Christian Community School Biannual Pet Show 10 am to 3 pm
NOVEMBER
Thurs., 5^th	Kindergarten Teddy Bears’ picnic
Tues., 10^th	2010 Kindy Info Night 7 p.m.
Tues., 17^th	Grandparents’ Day
Wed., 18^th	Showcase
DECEMBER
Tues., 8^th	Infants Presentation
Wed., 9^th	Primary Presentation
Tues., 15^th	Picnic Day; Yr 6 Farewell
Wed., 16^th	Snowball raffle and Year 6 tunnel
Thurs., 17^th	First day of School Holidays

CANTEEN NEWS:

Roster for Term 2 – SEPTEMBER

SEPTEMBER

Fri., 4^th Sian Mander and Tamara Filer

Mon., 7^th Volunteer needed please

Wed., 9^th Maryln McGrath

Fri., 11^th Karen Barnicoat

Mon., 14^th Volunteer needed please

Wed., 16^th Volunteer needed please

Fri., 18^th Natasha Birt

Mon., 21^st Volunteer needed please

Wed., 23^rd Volunteer needed please

Fri., 25^th Robyn Adam

Mon., 28^th Volunteer needed please

Wed., 30^th Volunteer needed please

JOIN FORCES AND WIN CAMPAIGN.

Ends Friday 4^th September. Please have all entries in by this date so I can send them away.

New Items

Mini sultanas 40c each, fruity bites 30c, Hello Panda biscuits 70c each. Frozen orange quarters 20c each.

New Price

JJ noodle snacks are now 40c each.

No longer available

Nachos, chicken nuggets and pizzas.

Fruit and Veg Week

7^th till 11^th September. During this week the canteen will have all the fruit, frozen pineapple, rockmelon, watermelon and fruit salad that we have had available for the join forces and win campaign. Any child who orders an apple, banana, mandarin or orange will get a prize. Also during this week the teachers will be talking about fruit and vegetables in the classroom.

Thanks Tania Enever.

COMMUNITY NOTICES

digital tv problems?

antenna & set top box installations – home theatre. telephone faults & outlets – data cabling & networking.

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mobile: 0419 402 299 email: wayne@dacomm.com.au

BUY BUILDING SUPPLIES

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If you would like your children to swim and compete in a friendly environment, then why not consider Berowra RSL Sub-Branch Youth Swimming Club.

We are a fun club for swimmers of all ages who want to prepare for school races, want a bit more than swimming lessons and want to learn a bit more of what swimming is all about, including racing in fun and friendly competitions.

We meet each Sunday from 9:00 – 11:30 at Hornsby Aquatic Centre, where the children enjoy themselves swimming in handicapped races competing against kids with similar abilities and times. Throughout the season there are also competitions at both Club and State level.

The Club’s aim is not to turn out potential Olympians but to give children the confidence in themselves as swimmers.

If you’re not sure if this is for you, why not come along at the start of the season for a couple of weeks to try it out.

Registration for 2009/10 season

Saturday 12 September from 10:00am – 2:00pm Berowra Heights IGA.

Fees are $45 for an individual or $80 for a family.

The season starts on Sunday 18 October, 9:00am

For further information please contact Steve Ralphs on 0419 666005. Further information on our website at www.berowrarslswimclub.org

Steve Ralphs, President, on behalf of the Committee

GRANDPARENTS FORUM

Are you a grandparent who provides care of support for your grandchild or kin because their parent has a mental illness?

If so, you are invited to a series of forums specifically for you. There will be guest speakers and you will have a chance to share your experiences and discuss relevant issue and strategies to deal with them.

DATES: 2nd Wednesday of September, October and November.

VENUE: Bradfield Park Wellbeing Centre. 41 Alfred Street, Milsons Point

TIME: 10:30am-2pm

COST: Free

RSVP ESSENTIAL- Contact Mary Ann on 8920 0675

Wrap2@kncsydney.org

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inc website registration, emails, hosting

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(Berowra Heights based business – 9456 7100)

October School Holiday Program

Bradfield Park Wellbeing Centre,

41 Alfred Street Milsons Point

Art & Drama Classes for young people 8-12 years.

Date: 12-16 October

Time: 10-4pm

Venue: Bradfield Park Wellbeing Centre

This program is for a targeted group of young people living in Northern Sydney. For more information about who is eligible please contact Megan Evans

If you are interested or want more information call Megan Evans. Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service. Phone: 9448 3155 mcevans@nsccahs.health.nsw.gov.au

SINGLE WITH CHILDREN

Single with Children is a non-profit social that provides fun and exciting activities every week specifically for single parents and their children. It’s a great way to meet or make new friends in your area. For your free copy of our social calendar contact us today.

CALL 1300 300 496www.singlewith children.com.au

PLUMBER

Gasfitter – Drainer

New – Renovations – Maintenance – Guttering

Paul Bourke

Phone: 9456 3520

Mob: 0418 642241

BROOKLYN SPRING FAIR 2009

13TH SEPTEMBER 10AM – 4PM

This year the Brooklyn Spring fair has a fantastic day lined up for all your family! Live entertainment by local talented performers including the J-Rock kids. Meet Garry the Oyster Farmer & special presentation by Crocodile Encounters at 12noon! Loads of rides (wrist bands for all day access) jumping castle, obstacle course, animal petting zoo, motorised cars & free balloons! Great raffle prizes including family accommodation at Little Wobby Beach, Seafood platter from Lifeboat Seafood and lots more. Over 40 market stalls, scrumptious food & beverages and our legendary “Pony Pooing” competition with $500 prize money! Location: Brooklyn Public School, Brooklyn Rd, Brooklyn with plenty of parking near the Fire Station just a short walk to the school. A fund-raising

Enq: Hawkesbury River Childcare Centre on

02.9985 7362 Margaret Tillson

ART SHOW 2009


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