Horsley Herald Term 2 Week 2

Welcome back to Term 2, and I hope you are all well. 

The remote learning model recommenced on Wednesday 29th April similar to end of last term. Our school remains open for students who need to attend. Thank you for your understanding in helping our school manage the ‘phased return to school’ for students. 

On Monday, 11th May, we will move into 'Phase One' of the managed return to school for students. 

In this phase, all NSW students will attend school one day a week and learn from home 4 days per week. It is anticipated that all NSW students will increase the number of days at school before the end of term, under the advice of NSW Health. I've attached a document with more information regarding the managed return to school plan.

Phase 1 Model for Horsley Park PS 

'Phase 1' back to school plan starts on Monday 11th May. Please follow this plan to ensure the safety of our staff, students and parents at Horsley Park PS.

Our staff will be in touch with you in the  next few days via telephone to confirm days for the Phase 1 Model and to ensure that we continue to support all our student and their families.  

If there are any issues where families require support please contact the school on 96201301 and we will resolve any issue.

Model of Learning 

Students learning either at home or in school will engage in a single unit of work provided by their teachers.
The table below outlines the recommended time allocations for students participating in learning at school or at home. The time allocations are based on the New South Wales primary and secondary school syllabus requirements. 

The suggested hours provide the basis for programming decisions and reflect the learning that will occur for students both at home and at school, acknowledging some students will continue to be learning from home throughout term two.

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A focus on English and mathematics in primary school reflects the expectation that approximately 50% of the school week is devoted to these subjects.

If you or your child require assistance to access your child Google classroom, Seesaw or learning materials, please call the school and we can give you direct support.

I would like to sincerely acknowledge and thank the staff who have taken on board this new way of teaching for learning you truly are amazing.

Remote Learning tips

Just do what you can do. If it gets too hard do another activity. This is crisis learning. We understand that families are all trying to work in some capacity. The ABC has some great educational programs for kids. Have a set routine every day. Take brain breaks for some exercise and fresh air. If your child is not engaging in learning call the school and we will get back to you with support.

I ask for your continued support with this by ensuring that you send your child(ren) on their alloacted day and keep them home, where possible, on the opther days.
Keep safe and take care

Anica Tanevski

R/Principal

7 May 2020

This week we would like to acknowledge student successes and present a class award to the following students. 

K/1Orchid Leah Borg - always diligently completing set tasks on Seesaw'
K/6 Kui Kui Elliot Bray - making great progress with his letter formation
2/3/4 Azalea
Nicholas Menon - consistently completing all remote learning tasks through Google Classroom & Seesaw, to a high standard. Congratulation on your effort Nicholas – keep it up!
K/6 Daisy Antonio Raco - a conscientious attitude towards his learning.
K/6 Fern Sebastian Tran - great effort completing tasks
4/5/6 Primrose Charlize Vella - has demonstrated exceptional enthusiasm with her learning during this time
K/6 Nashi Pear Josip Karabatic - engaging well with home learning tasks and having a positive attitude.

 

Just a short message from the P and C

In this time of uncertainty, we are hoping you are all staying safe and well at this time.
While the children have been at home it’s been wonderful to see all the updates on Facebook with the new playground, the new roofs and the new ramp for the assembly room.
Unfortunately this year we have only been able to have our AGM Meeting, I’d like to welcome all the new parents that have joined the committee, hopefully it won’t be long before we are back in the school.
Please don’t think we have forgotten about the Easter Raffle as so many of you kindly donated yummy chocolates, they are being well looked after and once everything gets up and going again, we will have our annual raffle.
Looking forward to seeing you all soon
Before I finish just a quick little quote
“The true secret of happiness lies in the taking a genuine interest in all the details of daily life.”
– William Morris
Take care everyone, keep smiling
Horsley Park Public School P and C

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