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GALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL
Cnr Arcadia & School Roads, Galston NSW 2159
Ph: 9653 2062 Fax: 9653 1980
Email: galston-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Website:http://www.galston-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
ABN: 50 773 792 062
29 August 2012 NEWSLETTER 27 Week 7 Term 3
Important reminders for this week
Thursday 30 August Fitness Program
Friday 31 August PSSA Sport – Years 3 – 6
K – 6 Assembly - 2.00pm
Monday 3 September Choir - MetNorth Choral Festival
Tuesday 4 September Indigenous Performance
Wednesday 5 September Book Swap
Year 6 Mini Fete and Raffle
The Year 6 Mini Fete will be held on Wednesday 19 September from 11.30am. The Year
6 students have been busily planning their stalls and activities, to provide a day of fun for
the Galston students.
The Mini Fete will run for 2 hours, with a ham and pineapple pizza or nachos for lunch, and the
raffle draw following, at 2.15pm. If you have a family business and would like to donate a prize for
the raffle, please see Mrs Pearce. Alternatively see Mrs Turrell or Mrs Tadrosse, who have kindly
taken on the organisation of raffle prizes. Any donations to the raffle will be greatly appreciated.
Raffle ticket books have been sent home to all families and more books are available from the office.
1 st prize is a 4S iPhone mobile phone
2 nd prize is an X-Box with Connect
As is tradition at Galston, profits from the Mini Fete and raffle will be used to fund the Year 6
farewell function and to buy a parting gift for the school.
Year 6 parents are kindly reminded to send back the Mini Fete parent helper notes or to see Mrs
Pearce this week, as she needs assistance with the food stall and donations for the raffle. Thank you
to Deb Webb for coordinating the food stall.
UNSW Spelling Competition
Congratulations to the following students who achieved outstanding results in the UNSW Spelling
Competition.
Romy Schneider-Smith
Ashlea Ahmed
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Lilly Barker
Laura Cook
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www.galston-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
Galston Public School has a great website that all families should take the time to look at. On the
website you can find:
The latest newsletter
Photos of the students on excursions, at drama performances, etc
Direct link to the on-line website for ordering school uniforms
Copies of current permission notes
If your child has not brought home a permission note, you can simply download a copy directly
from the website. If you are having trouble receiving the newsletter by email, you will be able to
find a copy of the latest newsletter as well as past copies. Thanks to Mrs Morgan, in the school
office, for all her hard work keeping the website up-to-date.
5C News
The term began with a bang, as 5C students participated keenly in the school athletics carnival. The
following week many performed in the ArtsNorth Drama Festival, then we all readied ourselves to
have fun with 5/6P on the Years 5 & 6 excursion to Canberra and Mt Selwyn.
The excellent performances in the athletics carnival are continuing for some students at the zone and
area carnivals. The drama festival proved to be a great experience for the performers and audience
members. Our trip to the national capital provided many wonderful hands-on lessons, not only on
democracy, Australian history and federal government, but on resilience, tolerance of food not
cooked by our mums, and how to cope with early morning starts!
With the flurry of these exciting events behind us, 5C students have settled into applying themselves
really well. In mathematics, we have been working with fractions (especially enjoying solving
problems with mandarin segments and chocolate squares) and using compass points and coordinates
effectively in mapping tasks. In and around Book Week, we enjoyed reading some fantastic stories
that have inspired us to write for our buddy readers in 1C and 1K.
We also experimented with surrealist art, after reading the short-listed book, ‘Surrealism for Kids’.
Pom-pom making is the current craft trend in the classroom whilst watching our Questacon lava
lamp glow and change. Each Thursday Miss Gray turns 5C into ‘Change Detectives’ to conduct
interesting experiments.
As the end of the term gets closer, we will don our aprons to bake amazing cakes and sweet treats,
to help support the year 6 students at their mini-fete. There won’t be any science experiments
happening here though, we promise!
Parent Helpers
It has been wonderful to witness the number of parent helpers in the school,
especially in classrooms. This assistance is greatly appreciated by teachers and
certainly assists students with their learning. It is also extremely beneficial for
students to see mum or dad helping in the classroom, as it demonstrates that
education is valued. Thank you to all parents who assist in the school, whether it
be in the classroom, canteen, uniform shop or P&C. We greatly appreciate that you give up your
time to help. Please remember, prior to assisting with a school activity, all parent helpers need to
complete the sign on book in the office. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Bronze and Silver Awards
Congratulations to the following students who have earned a bronze award, as part of our Positive
Behaviour Engaging Learners (PBEL) program.
Stella Marsh
KP
Samuel Crofts
KP
Callum Eren
1C
Dyllan Mamo 2/3W
Theodore Marlow 2/3W
Tomas Simmons 3S
Youp van Deurzen 3S
Christiaan Mills
3S
Logan Trethowan 4P
Liam Eren 5/6P
Matthew Fraser 5/6P
Brennan Smith 5/6P
Citizenship Award
Congratulations to Joshua Webb and Jessica Smillie who were
presented with the citizenship award for displaying excellent
leadership skills during peer groups. Well done, Joshua and Jessica!
Beecroft Zone Track Carnival
Today, Miss Payne took a team of athletes to Greenway Park to
compete in the Beecroft Zone Track Carnival. We wished all
competitors good luck and know that they will have represented Galston Public School with pride.
Thank you to the parents who offered to transport children to and from the event. A report on our
school’s achievements in track and field will be in next week’s newsletter
P & C News
Michelle Vumbaca has decided to resign from her position as P&C President. Michelle
has been a wonderful P&C President for the last three years and has made an
outstanding contribution to Galston Public School. On behalf of the staff of Galston
Public School and the school community, we would like to sincerely thank Michelle for
her fantastic work as P&C President. It has been a pleasure to work with her and we
appreciate the tremendous amount of effort and commitment she has displayed in assisting to make
Galston Public School a ‘better place’. Thank you, Michelle.
At the P&C Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Tuesday 18 September, all positions will
be declared vacant. It is extremely important that community members are willing to be nominated
for these important positions, including president, as the P&C is instrumental in promoting the school
and ensuring our school is provided with excellent resources.
Indigenous Performer and Book Swap
Next Tuesday is our Indigenous Performance Day. Please remember to send in your child’s
permission slip and money so he/she can come and see the performance. Next Wednesday is the
Book Swap Day. Keep bringing in those books as we have a fabulous collection to choose from.
Remember all donations will go to remote indigenous children to help with their reading.
Debating
Yesterday Connor, Georgia, Katherine and Callum travelled to Glenorie Public School to debate
‘Society is too protective of children’. Galston was the negative team arguing that society is not too
protective and a child deserves quality care and freedom. The students had a fabulous debate but
did not win on the day. A big thank you to Callum who stepped in at the last moment as our team
adviser, as Jesse was unwell. Well done team!

Open Day in the Library
Thanks to the generosity of many parents we had over 100 books donated to the library during
Open Day. These books can be borrowed and taken home this week. Mrs Morgan has been
working very hard processing all of the books and has happily covered them all!
Reading Before School
This term Reading Before School has continued and the students are starting to remember when it is
their day to read. Last week we had the happy circumstance of students queuing at the door of the
reading room before school so they could have their turn at reading! Unfortunately we had to cut
their time very short so that everyone could have a turn.
It would be really helpful if we could enlist the help of another parent on Thursday mornings so that
every student who attends can have someone to listen to their reading. It only takes half an hour, so
instead of standing in the cold playground waiting for the bell, why not come along to the warm
reading room, have a seat and encourage children with their reading at the same time. If you would
like to help, please contact Mrs Pendharkar via the school office.
Galston Public School Business Directory – 3 rd Edition
It is very exciting that the Business Directory for 2013 will be our school’s third edition. For new
parents and families to our school, this is a wonderful ready reference of businesses directly
associated with our school.
If you, or a relative, are involved in a business or money making hobby please consider taking out an
advertisement in our booklet. This will let others know of the vast array of skills and talents that we
have right here and also promote your activity to the wider community. Our school is growing all
the time and we are sure there are many new connections that we could make through this
document. We have deliberately kept the prices the same as the first Directory in the hope of
making it as affordable as possible and encouraging new listings. A half page ad is very reasonably
priced at $50.00. Further details are included later in this newsletter.
Crusaders Summit Educational Camp
For students in Years 3 and 4, this great experience of a two day (one night) camp will be held on
Thursday 11 October and Friday 12 October, the first week of Term 4. As there are still a few details
to finalise, Mrs Weiss would really appreciate if you could let her know if your child is definitely not
participating in this camp as final numbers are required. As well, information about any special
dietary requirements for your child is needed. The deposit of $50.00 should have been paid by
Friday 17 August 2012. The final payment of $85.00 is due by Friday 14 September.
Bendigo Bank 10 th Birthday Celebration
On Sunday 7 October Bendigo Bank will be hosting a 10 th birthday
celebration at Galston High School. Part of the celebration will be a Children
of Galston District display. Bendigo Bank has invited all Year 3 to Year 6
children to complete a project on the theme: ‘Why Bendigo Bank is
important to the Galston & District Community’.
A note was sent home earlier this term containing the instructions to complete the project. All
completed projects need to be returned to your child’s teacher by Monday 17 September 2012.
Please ensure that you support this event, as Bendigo Bank regularly donates money to the Galston
Community, especially Galston Public School. These funds ensure that students are provided with the
many additional facilities and equipment that are necessary in modern education.

DIARY DATES 2012
Thursday 30 August Fitness Program
Friday 31 August PSSA Sport
Monday 3 September Opera House Choral Festival – choir
Tuesday 4 September Indigenous Performance
Wednesday 5 September Book Swap
Thursday 6 September Fitness Program
Friday 7 September PSSA Sport
Term 3 accounts due
Thursday 13 September Cybersmart Workshops
Friday 14 September Final date for Business Directory advertising
Wednesday 19 September Mini Fete
Uniform Shop
Remember that you can place Uniform shop orders online at www.galstonpandc.org.au All orders
are packed and delivered the following Monday morning.
Open Day Reminder
To the generous parents who made cakes for our Open Day, please collect your food containers
from the canteen. Thanks again for your contribution.
P & C
Fathers Day Wrapping & Fathers Day Stall
We would like to say thank you to Nicola Bennett and her mum Sheila, Belinda Sharp, Tracy Lewer,
Tanya Koorey, Belinda Crofts, Gail Philp, Kathy Ballinger, Kristen Taylor, Emma MacDonald and
Michelle Carran for helping to prepare and wrap all the gifts for the Father's Day stall. Without their
assistance we would not have been able to have all the gifts ready. We would also like to say thank
you to Belinda Crofts, Karyn Buckle, Tracy Lewer, Georgina Hillman, Nicola Bennett, Kristen Taylor,
Gail Philp, Kathy Ballinger, Nicole Adams and Debbie Webb for helping out on the Father's Day
stall. The stall would not have gone ahead without them.
P & C Message to All Parents
Every September the P & C holds its AGM. All positions will be open for nomination. As some of the
current committee members have been in their positions for 2 or 3 years, we would like some new
parents to start thinking about the contribution they could make to our school. At the moment, the
students have the benefit of a P & C that is willing to provide all those extra events and resources but
the tables can turn very quickly without ongoing parental support.

A list of positions appears below. No experience is necessary for any position and you would have
the full support of the current members while you find your feet. Don’t think you aren’t up to the
job! It unleashes your hidden talents! There are many, many reasons to take on a committee position
including friendships, teamwork, satisfaction and most importantly, being a great role model for your
kids. You’d be surprised how proud the children are when their parents are helping out!
If you can’t take on a committee position, offer to help wherever you can. If we call for disco or
athletics carnival helpers, please be generous with a couple of hours of your time. Those same old
helpers will not be around forever so we need enthusiastic volunteers to continue the P & C’s great
work.
President
Vice President
Canteen manager
Canteen rosters
Fundraising Coordinator
Maintenance Officer
Treasurer
Secretary
Canteen Stock controller
Uniform Shop Coordinator
OOSH representative
General Committee members.
Positions that currently do not have any nominees are President, Vice President, Secretary, Canteen
Rosterer, Band, Maintenance, and General Committee Members. If you wish to nominate someone
for a position please make sure he/she is aware you are going to nominate them. If you are
interested in any of these positions, or have any questions, please call Michelle on 0409 686 611.
Canteen Roster
FRIDAY 31 August Supervisor Assistants Helpers
9am ‐ 12pm Kathy Ballinger Karyn Buckle
11am ‐ 2pm Kathy Ballinger Gail Philp
9am ‐ 10:30am
10:30am ‐ 12pm
12pm ‐ 1:30pm
WEDNESDAY 5 September
Deb Webb
Belinda Crofts
Belinda Sharp
1pm ‐ 1:45pm Carla Cady Heidi McElnea Libby Perry

GALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL BUSINESS DIRECTORY
Dear Parents and Caregivers of Galston Public School children
SNS EVENTS, in conjunction with the Principal and the School is looking to compile and produce the
THIRD Galston Public School Business Directory!
This will be another quality document containing only the businesses directly associated with the
students currently enrolled in our school.
Our community really supports one another in many and varied ways, and it is my hope that this
publication will further assist the families of the school to support each other’s businesses, promote
and market the school.
The Galston Public School Business Directory will be…
a free A5 booklet, colour cover, black and white gloss or colour options inside, professionally
printed by Adelphi Offset.
700 will be printed.
Distributed free to every family at Galston Public School, to all families at both KU Galston
Preschool and the Galston Long Day Care Centre as well as DPW Realty. I’m also hoping to
have copies for families at Annangrove, Hillside and Middle Dural Schools.
Only businesses directly associated with the school may advertise within.
An annual document, ready for the following calendar year.
AVAILABLE ELECTRONICALLY ON THE SCHOOL’S WEBSITE!
Any surplus documents will be available - for all prospective parents, included in the ‘Kindy
Pack’ and available at all Galston Community of Schools events.
If you would like to be included in this quality publication, please email Janet at your earliest
convenience. (songsnsmiles@hotmail.com).
The deadline for inclusion, printing & uploading is Friday 14 September 2012.
I’m hoping that this document would become our ‘first point of call’ when we need a tradesperson
or other business information! I also presume that the businesses that choose to list in this document
will do so honourably to maintain their good name in the business community and to maintain and
promote the good name of Galston Public School by association.
Looking forward to a fabulous and really helpful document!
Songs ‘n smiles,
Janet Fuller
This venture has the approval of the Acting Principal, Mr Sean Montgomery and a percentage of
advertisers contributions will be donated back to the school.

Options
GPS BUSINESS DIRECTORY 2013
ADVERTISING RATES & DETAILS
1. Half A5 page, black and white, gloss advertisement
$50
2. Full A5 page, black and white, gloss advertisement
$100
3. Half A5 page, colour gloss advertisement $80
4. Full A5 page, colour gloss advertisement $160
5. Full A5 Inside Back Cover, colour gloss advertisement (1 only)
$250
6. Full A5 Back Cover, colour, gloss advertisement (1 only)
$400
7. ‘Hot Spots’ Front Cover, colour (3 only) $200
Considerations
People will have this booklet handy by the phone for the entire 12 months, or until the new
year’s replacement one comes out!
700 printed
You are welcome to buy more than one option
Options 5,6 & 7 will be allocated ‘first come, first paid’ basis
Advertisements will need to be provided electronically only, print ready, pdf.
Consider the impact of a colour advertisement on the school’s website for 12months!
Disclosure and Details
Please email Janet (songsnsmiles@hotmail.com) with the following details
1. Your name
2. Your business name
3. Your preferred contact details
4. Your child’s name and class
5. Your relationship to the child
6. Which option/s you wish to purchase
7. Attach your advertisement (please check sizes below) to secure your spot
Please transfer funds to SNS EVENTS, BSB 633 108, Account Number 1404 68968 to secure your
advertisement.
SIZES
Half Page is 134mm across, 94mm down.
Full page is 134mm across, 192mm down.
Front page dimensions (Option 7, 3 only) to be confirmed depending on final design.
Advertisements must be PRINT READY in pdf format.

Year 6 Mini Fete Jumping Castle - Important
In order for the Jumping Castle to go ahead for the Mini Fete, we must have signed permission slips
for all children. This is for insurance purposes for the Jumping Castle providers. If we do not have a
signed permission slip for your child, he/she will not be able to go on the castle. The jumping castle
will be fully supervised by the provider. The permission slip is below. Please send in all forms by
Wednesday 12 September.

KU Galston Preschool celebrates 30 years!
On Saturday the 8th September, KU Galston Preschool will be holding a family fun
day to celebrate 30 years of providing quality education for children in our local
area. Not only is there entertainment and fun for the whole family including free
craft, a jumping castle, Golden Ridge Animal Farm, lucky dip and face painting for
the children, there are market stalls, food and even entertainment from the Galston
Primary School Junior Choir, along with Arcadia Primary School, Northholm
Grammar, and also Sarah’s School of Dance and Miss Lucia Beninati’s School of
Ballet. The event will be held at the Galston Community Centre and front lawn
from 10am to 2pm. We look forward to seeing you there!
NDCC in partnership with HKHDCCA
SCHOOL HOLIDAY CRICKET COACHING
CLINIC – SEPTEMBER 2012
For 6 – 15 year olds (9.00am – 12.30pm)
Mark Taylor Oval, Waitara
When: Tues. 25 th , Wed. 26 th & Thurs. 27 th Sept.
Accreditation: Level 1 & 2 qualified coaches
Cost: $140 each (discounts may apply)
Registration form: www.hkhdca.com.au/
Enquiries: Justin Epthorp – 0488 772 707
Email: executive.officer@hkhdca.com.au