Newsletter | Term 2 Week 8
Principal Message
Semester 1 Academic Reports
As we approach the end of Semester 1, our dedicated teachers are working tirelessly to compile comprehensive Academic Reports that reflect your child's learning journey and achievements. We are pleased to advise that the new reporting framework from the Department of Education is being effectively integrated into our school’s practices.
To help families better understand what to expect in their child's report, we have included samples for your review. You will find an Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten) Report, a Primary Report Sample and a Personalised Report Sample. These examples illustrate the key components of the reports, including academic progress, skill development, and areas for improvement. We hope these samples provide valuable insights into how we will be communicating your child's growth and learning experiences.
Emergency Bell System Test
In our ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and security of our school community, we carried out a test of our emergency bell system. This important exercise is part of our safety protocols, allowing us to verify that all systems are in working order should a real emergency arise.
We want to thank both students and staff for their cooperation during this drill, which was communicated beforehand to ensure everyone was prepared. Following the test, we discovered that some classrooms and buildings will require enhancements and/or improvements to ensure the clarity of our emergency alerts. These refinements should help make sure our emergency procedures can be promptly heard and understood by all.
Kindergarten 2026
Our Kindergarten information evening and orientation program for Kindergarten 2026 are fast approaching. Now is the perfect time to enrol at Floraville Public School and prepare for this next adventure.
This important milestone is a significant moment for both you and your child, and we are here to support you throughout the process. We encourage you to complete the enrolment as soon as possible to ensure a smooth transition for our new students.
Please spread the word to friends and family so they can also get ready. Stay tuned for more details about our upcoming events—we can't wait to welcome you and your child to Floraville Public School.
Kirstie Yeo
Principal
Celebrating Success: Indi’s Impressive Diary Entry
In an inspiring display of creativity and understanding, Indi from 6C has truly excelled in the recent task based on the powerful text Rabbit, Soldier, Angel, Thief. Students were writing a first-person diary entry from the perspective of Sasha, a pivotal character in the story. Indi has gone above and beyond to capture the essence of Sasha's thoughts and emotions.
Indi’s diary entry not only reflects a deep comprehension of the character’s struggles and experiences but also showcases remarkable attention to detail. The authenticity of the presentation is particularly striking; Indi has skilfully aged the paper, incorporating stains, rips, and tears that evoke a sense of history and realism. This effort enhances her storytelling.
Congratulations Indi! Keep shining brightly, Year 6.
Nick Garner
Awabakal Word of the Week
Early Stage 1
What are we learning in Kindergarten?
Literacy
We know all the single letter sounds! Over the next two weeks, we will learn about digraphs. A digraph is two letters that work together to make one sound.
Backyard Bugs is our text for Week 9. This book was written by an Indigenous author, Helen Milroy. She is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region in Western Australia. Can you find any bugs in your backyard? How do you know if they are insects or spiders?
In Week 10, we are reading Heads and Tails - Insects. This book is a non-fiction book, which means it has true facts about the world around us - in particular, insects. The author and illustrator of this book is John Canty. In the book, we are given clues about an insect and need to guess which one the author is describing. This is something you can do at home too.
Numeracy
Here are some links to number games we have been playing in class.
We are also learning about mass. Students in Kindergarten use the words “heavier” and “lighter” to compare mass. Are small things always light? Are big things always heavy?
We are looking forward to our “100 Days of School” Celebration early next term. More information coming soon!
Kirrilly Katen
Early Stage 1 Assistant Principal
Stage 1
I am excited to share some wonderful experiences and achievements taking place in our Stage 1 classrooms. During my visit to 1H and 1O, I had the opportunity to listen to students read. Their enthusiasm and progress in reading are commendable and reflect their hard work and dedication.
Meanwhile, 1S has been diving into the wonders of science. The students have been thoroughly enjoying their experiments, particularly exploring how the moon reflects light from the sun using torches. Their curiosity and excitement about the natural world is inspiring.
In our Year 2 classrooms, students in 2M, 2S, and 2N are embracing the challenges of mathematics with great enthusiasm. They have been working hard on their number facts, and it's wonderful to see their confidence grow as they tackle more complex number problems.
It has been great to witness the dedication of all our students firsthand.
English Phonic Focus
Mathematics
Year 1
In the following weeks, Year 1 students will develop knowledge, understanding, and skills of position and chance. Students are provided opportunities to:
- Give, describe, and compare the position of objects using positional language
- Give and follow directions to locations and from one location to another
- Describe and identify the position of numbers using structured materials and formations
- Recognise and describe the element of chance in events and games.
Year 2
Year 2 students will develop knowledge, understanding, and skills of position. Students are provided opportunities to:
- Interpret simple maps by identifying objects in different locations
- Make simple models from memory, photographs, drawings, or descriptions
- Explore Aboriginal mapping of Country
- Create a path from one location to another.
Elleina Martinez
Stage 1 Assistant Prinicpal
Stage 2
3A
In class 3A, students have been diving into the world of imagery, exploring how descriptive language can bring their writing to life. Being inspired by the book Piano fingers, they are learning to use vivid details to paint pictures with words. Hannah and Adrian were proud to share their writing.
2/3K
2/3K were inspired by the story of ‘Piano Fingers’, exploring the vibrant connection between music and art. Everly, Owen, and Max’s artwork successfully captures how the world comes alive with colour and brightness when music fills the air.
4L
If you need help with finding directions, ask the students in 4L. They are learning how to navigate using the cardinal directions of north, south, east, and west. Tommy, Will, Ivy and Azarlia displayed their map that had clear directions and landmarks. Students will continue to explore concepts such as mapping, coordinates, and spatial awareness.
4/5D
4/5D have been hard at work creating informative texts about natural disasters. Students have researched various types of disasters, including earthquakes, floods, and bushfires, to understand their causes and impacts. They are developing their writing skills while learning to present factual information in engaging ways. Matilda, Estelle and Nate had some fantastic examples to share.
3/4O
3/4O has been exploring the features of 2D shapes and 3D objects. Through hands-on activities, they are learning to identify, describe, and classify shapes based on their properties, such as the number of sides and angles.
On Tuesday next week, Year 3 will be off to the Reptile Park for their excursion. A reminder that students need to bring a water bottle and a packed lunch. Students are to wear their regular school uniform, including a hat. The bus is scheduled to leave at 9am.
Adam O'Shannessy
Stage 2 Assistant Principal
Stage 3
It’s been a busy couple of weeks in Stage 3 with activities such as Star Stuck, High School trials, the PSSA Touch Football gala day, and the Spelling Bee.
6N
In mathematics, 6N students have been developing their understanding of data and statistics through hands-on investigations. Each student measured their own pulse over six seconds and multiplied this by ten to calculate their heart rate. They then collected the heart rate data from nine peers, recording and analysing this information to determine the range of the data set. To display their findings, students created clear and organised column graphs. This engaging activity allowed students to apply mathematical concepts to real-life scenarios while building their skills in data collection, analysis, and representation.
6C
6C have been diving deep into the world of place value and figuring out how to represent large numbers using real-world data. Students have been busy creating some fantastic posters that highlight their understanding of these concepts, and they’ve been applying strategies when solving addition and subtraction problems. It’s been great to see their creativity shine as they connect what they’ve learned to everyday life. We’re also excited to have Miss Mitchell joining us in class! For some of our lessons, Miss Mitchell and Mr Cox have been collaborating to implement explicit teaching strategies, which is helping to further engage our students in both English and mathematics. This aligns perfectly with the Department's focus on the APC&I (Assistant Principal, Curriculum & Instruction), which aims to enhance teaching practices and boost student learning outcomes across schools.
5/6F
I was super excited to see 5/6F having so much fun when I visited their room. Students were actively engaging in mathematics in a fun and physical way by creating three-dimensional objects using their bodies. This hands-on approach has helped them grasp complex concepts while enjoying the learning process! Seeing the students collaborate and use their creativity to form objects was impressive.
5A
As I walked into 5A, I was thrilled to witness our students having a blast while playing a seven-digit number game called Master Mind. It was fantastic to see them working together, using their problem-solving skills, and enjoying the learning process.
In addition to their number games, the students have been diligently working on their understanding of angles. They’ve been drawing, labelling, naming, and measuring angles while using the correct vocabulary to describe and discuss them. This hands-on approach is helping them build a strong foundation in geometry, and it’s exciting to see their confidence grow as they master these concepts.
We look forward to enjoying Year 5’s yummy goods at Monday's Cake Stall. All cakes, slices, and cookies should be brought to 6C on Monday morning. Our House Sport Leaders and SRC representatives will help set up and sell all of the delicious goods at first break, and again at second break if there are any leftovers. Prices will range from 20c to $2. Thanks in advance, Year 5!
Can Year 5 please deliver their delicious treats to Mr Cox's room on Monday morning?
Ryan Cox
Stage 3 Assistant Principal
Interest Groups – Movie making
During a fun-filled five weeks, students had the opportunity to engage in rich activities around filmmaking. They began by investigating various film techniques and types of camera shots, and discovering the essential role of storyboards in the creative process. With a rich history lesson on filmmaking, including the era of silent films, students gained a deeper appreciation for the art form.
Working in collaborative groups, they brought their own silent films to life using iMovie on iPads, showcasing their creativity and teamwork. The learning continued as they explored the history of animation and the evolution of moving pictures. Finally, students unleashed their imagination by creating their very own stop-motion animations, bringing static objects to life.
Nathan Faulkner
Library News
Premier's Reading Challenge - extended deadline for 2025
Students have been given an additional four weeks to complete the reading challenge this year.
New student deadline: Friday, 19 September 2025 (Week 9, Term 3).
Find out more at NSW Premier's Reading Challenge 2025 : Home
Sam Tassell
Library Teacher
School News
Premier's Spelling Bee
This week, our school conducted the annual Premier's Spelling Bee. The selection of words challenged students and encouraged them to demonstrate their knowledge. We are pleased to report that Jaylah emerged as the winner for Stage 3, with Logan serving as the runner-up. In Stage 2, Lyla was the winner, while Oscar was the runner-up. Jaylah and Lyla will advance to compete in the regional finals scheduled for August next term. We acknowledge the efforts of all students who participated in the event.
SRC - Mark Hughes Foundation - Beanie Day fundraiser
On Tuesday, the school came together for the SRC Beanie for Brain Cancer fundraiser, and what a perfect, fresh day it was to wear our beanies to school! It was great to see so many students participating in this worthy local initiative. This SRC event supports the Mark Hughes Foundation, an organisation dedicated to raising awareness and funding for brain cancer research and support services. The money raised will go directly to vital research projects and programs that aim to improve the lives of those affected by brain cancer. Thank you to everyone who participated and donated. Your support makes a real difference in the fight against brain cancer and helps to provide hope and assistance to families in our community. Together, the school raised an amazing $492. Very well done, Floraville PS!
SRC - Cake Stall hosted by Year 5
Our House Sport Leaders and SRC representatives will help sell all the delicious goods at first break, and again at second break if there are any leftovers.
Prices will range from 20c to $2
Public Speaking
Students from Kindergarten to Year 6 are participating in public speaking activities and lessons. All students will be supported at school to prepare and deliver a speech on a topic of their choice to their class.
What can you do to help?
You might like to continue talking to your child about what they are going to be speaking about. Please complete the form via School Bytes where you and your child can let us know what your preferences are for speech topics. Please take the time to fill out the form, to assist us in supporting your child at school.
The choice of topic is very important! The aim of your child’s speech will be to entertain and engage an audience. Topics need to be age-appropriate, and something that children feel comfortable, enthusiastic, and confident to speak about.
Public speaking is an important skill for children to learn. Public speaking can help children not only improve their communication skills, but it can also contribute to and help them develop increased self-esteem. There are many additional benefits of learning to speak confidently in public from the youngest possible age – public speaking can help children to learn to think critically and creatively, and learn to be more comfortable when speaking up in a variety of situations they will encounter throughout life.
Further details regarding the dates and times for class presentations will be provided soon.
NAIDOC Week Ceremony
Sport News
PSSA Netball Knockout
Congratulations to our School PSSA Netball team, who defeated Redhead Public School this morning 37-9. This will mean that they progress to round 4 of the competition to play against the winner of Eleebana and Kahibah Public School in the coming weeks. Congratulations to the team!
AFL – Paul Kelly Cup
We are thrilled to share the incredible success of our boys who participated in the Paul Kelly Cup at Warners Bay for the first time! Their outstanding skill and sportsmanship were on full display as they not only won their pool but also triumphed in a hard-fought final against Bishop Tyrrell. The boys demonstrated remarkable teamwork and determination throughout the gala day, showcasing their passion for the game. In addition to the thrilling matches, the AFL development team ran a kicking and passing competition to further engage the students in AFL.
Many thanks goes out to the parents who attended and supported our boys throughout the event. Your encouragement and enthusiasm played a significant role in boosting the team’s performance.
Due to their fantastic effort, the team has now advanced to the Regional Final on Tuesday, 1 July, at Feighan Oval, Warners Bay. We look forward to seeing our boys continue their journey and represent our school with pride.
PSSA Touch Football Knockout Gala Day
What an exciting day it was at the PSSA Touch Football Knockout Gala Day held at Swansea this week! We are proud to report that our boys team won their first two games, advancing to the final against Valentine Public School. The match was incredibly intense, ending in a draw at full time. In a thrilling overtime showdown, both teams dropped a player every minute, and with only three players remaining on each side, Valentine managed to sneak in for a try. We could not be more proud of our boys and their tremendous effort throughout the day!
Our girls' team also had a fantastic day, winning their first two matches, facing Caves Beach Public School in the final. The girls displayed an expansive style of play and ran away with a well-deserved victory! As a result of their success, they will be advancing to the next round of the state competition, with details on their upcoming matches to be announced very soon.
A big thank you to all the parents who came out to support both teams during this wonderful day in the sunshine. Your encouragement means the world to our players and contributes greatly to their success. Well done to both teams!
Olympics Unleashed Visit
Alexandra Croak will be connecting with students in Year 4 to 6 on Tuesday 24 June, as part of Olympics Unleashed. Alexandra has competed at the Sydney 2000 Olympics (Gymnastics) and 2008 Beijing Olympics (Diving).
The students will learn from Alexandra Croak's Olympic journey how to build resilience, the importance of setting goals and how to find what you are passionate about.
Students will hear firsthand from Alexandra Croak about how they overcame challenges to compete in their chosen sport at the very highest level, and how some lessons they’ve learned in sport can help students to be the best they can be – whether that’s in school, at home, on the sporting field or with friends.
To learn more about Alexandra - Alexandra Croak | Australian Olympic Committee
P&C News
🎉 P&C Disco Announcement! 🎉
Get ready for some P&C DISCO FUN!!!! The P&C is excited to be hosting a disco for Floraville PS students. Have a blast with DJ Allen and a light show, photo booth, lucky door prizes, plus lots of music and dancing! 🎶✨
- When: Thursday, 3 July
- Location: Belmont High School Hall: The Best entrance is via Henry St, near the bus stops. 🏫
- Infants Disco: 5:30pm - 6:45pm 🎈
- Primary Disco: 7:00pm - 8:15pm 🎉
- Tickets: $5 per child. Note that a discount will be applied at the checkout for families purchasing 3 or more tickets for children within the same household. 💵
Tickets must be pre-purchased online on our website: Home | Floraville P S P&C Association. Please ensure you create a separate ticket for each child. 🧾
Please note this is a P&C-run disco. There will be no teacher supervision provided. We require parent volunteers with working with children checks to assist with this event. If you can assist, please email fpsfundraising1@gmail.com. 🙏
All students need to be signed in and signed out of the disco. When you sign your child in, please let us know of medical needs or issues that we should be aware of. We require a parent's name and contact number in case of any issues on the evening. Any parents wishing to stay at the disco MUST provide details of a working with children check and sign in on the night. Parents do not require a paid ticket. The disco is open to current Floraville Public School students only. 🎓
A small canteen will be available on the night, selling glow sticks, juice poppas, chips, and lolly bags. 🍭
🥤Cash sales only for the canteen.
Thank you for supporting the P&C to help the kids finish the term with a night of disco fun! 💖
👕 Uniform Shop Update! 👕
The uniform shop will be open weekly for the remainder of Term 2, Mondays from 2:45-3:15pm. Please pop in to see us after assembly! 🎉
🌳 Enrichment Tree Update! 🌳
Our Enrichment Tree is almost finished – we are aiming to complete the contributions by the end of the term so we can make the purchases and get them into the classrooms ASAP! 🛒🏫 If you have been waiting to make your contribution, please take the time in the next few weeks to make your selections for your children’s classrooms. 🎉
There's something for everyone, from a few dollars to larger contributions. 💰 Head to our website for more information and to make your contributions: Enrichment Tree 2025 | Floraville P S P&C Association.
It’s a great idea to share the link for your child's year group with your family and friends to help get our whole community behind supporting our students! 🤝❤️ If every family can contribute something, big or small, all of our children will reap the benefits of this. 🌈
We have had contributions from 12% of families in our school so far, so thank you! 🙏 If you are having any technical difficulties with the website, please let us know so we can help – either reach out to us on our Facebook page or email fpspresident@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support! 🌟
🗓️ Upcoming P&C Dates for Your Calendar! 📅
🪩P&C Disco: 3 July
📅Term 3 P&C Meetings: 12 August (SRC attending) and 9 September
👨👧Father’s Day Stall: Friday, 29 August
🏃♀️Colour Run: Thursday, 25 September
📅Term 4 P&C Meetings: 14 October and 11 November
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details on these exciting events! 🎊
P&C Communication
Stay up to date with the latest P&C information and events.
📨Email us: fpspresident@gmail.com
🌍Visit our website: https://floravillepublicschoolpc.square.site/
📘 Join us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/p.c.floraville
Amanda Bailey
P&C President on behalf of the P&C Committee
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Community Newsletter
Please see Community Newsletter - Term 2 for upcoming holiday and vacation care information, and other community news and events.