Principal News

Over the past two weeks we have celebrated student academic success with our Multicultural Public Speaking finals and the Stage 2 and 3 Spelling Bee’s. The quality of speeches has been outstanding and adjudicating has not been easy. It is always inspiring to hear our young students speak with such confidence and deliver well thought out speeches with intonation and voice projection. Congratulations to our winners:

Stage 2 Multicultural Public Speaking Winners – Neeraj N and Jeyden N

Stage 2 Hills Public Speaking Winners – Amelia D and Kaylie Q 

Stage 3 Multicultural Public Speaking Winners – Yash T and Sania D 

Stage 3 Hills Public Speaking Winners - Anahita S and Hajin J

I would also like to congratulate our Spelling Bee winners Harry C (Stage 2) and Prioska S (Stage 3). Both students spelt some very difficult words on their way to being crowned stage champions.

ART DISPLAY

Congratulations to our ‘Art on Canvas’ students that have once again displayed their fantastic art works outside the hall. They have been using different media this term in creating artworks on Tea Pots, Donuts and Birds. Art on Canvas runs every Friday afternoon in the hall and is still accepting enrolments.

PETS IN SCHOOLS

Please be advised that under the Companion Animals Act 1998 (NSW), Section 14, pets including dogs are prohibited on school grounds unless the principal grants permission. All dogs should remain outside the school grounds including during after school activities, picking up from After School Care and on weekends.

K-2 ATHLETICS

Congratulations to every child that participated in the K-2 carnival yesterday. It was a fantastic day with every child trying their hardest. Thank you to the large number of parents that also attended to support their child. It is always great seeing so many parents at school events. The carnival this year was run by Motiv8 sports. If your child is interested in participating in holiday programs, please see the information below. 

MAGIC OF JACK DANIELS

Jack Daniels is an internationally renowned award winning illusionist and we are proud to say a Jasper Road father. Jacks performances have been seen worldwide and are a truly unique experience combining theatrical Magic and Grand Scale Illusion beyond compare.

His shows are guaranteed to have any audience transfixed, astounded and begging to know "how does he do it?!" He will leave you spellbound. He will make you question reality. But most of all, he will make you a believer. Jack is touring his brand-new show on Friday 11 July in Chatswood. Tickets are now available online. 

DEBATING

Debating develops essential skills such as critical thinking, public speaking, research, teamwork and active listening. Students represent their schools in local and state-wide competitions. At Jasper Road we have two debating teams, led by a group of teachers. Over the last fortnight, our debaters have been proudly representing the school in debates against Winston Hills PS and Mathew Pearce PS. They have further speeches coming up and we wish them all the best as they practice and prepare

EDUCATION WEEK – SAVE THE DATE

PARKING

Council’s Compliance Officers enforce the kiss and drop rules at our school. When it comes to the safety of our students, drivers found breaking the law will be met with zero tolerance. When an offence is detected, you will be fined.

Did you know? Kiss and Drop zones around schools operate under "No Parking" rules, allowing a maximum stop time of 2 minutes for dropping off or picking up children. During this time, the driver must remain in or within 3 meters of their vehicle. These zones are designed to facilitate quick and safe vehicle stops for parents and carers.

Craig Warner
Principal

From The Deputies

ATTENDANCE

As we progress through the school year, we want to take a moment to highlight the importance of regular school attendance for your child’s educational journey. Consistent attendance is crucial not only for academic achievement but also for social development and emotional well-being.

Why Attendance Matters

Research consistently shows that students who attend school regularly are more likely to achieve higher grades, develop better social skills, and have a greater chance of graduating. Each day in the classroom provides valuable learning experiences that contribute to your child's overall development.

The Ripple Effect of Absenteeism

When students miss school, they miss out on essential lessons, classroom discussions, and collaborative projects. This can lead to gaps in understanding and may hinder their confidence and motivation. Furthermore, consistent absence can impact the classroom dynamic, as teachers and peers rely on each student’s participation and contributions.

Tips for Supporting Regular Attendance

1. Establish a Routine: Create a consistent daily routine that includes time for homework, relaxation, and sleep. A well-structured schedule can help students feel more prepared and less anxious about school.

2. Communicate: Talk to your child about the importance of attending school and encourage them to share any concerns they may have about their school experience.

3. Plan Ahead: Schedule vacations and appointments outside of school hours whenever possible. If your child must miss school, inform the teacher in advance and arrange for make-up work.

4. Celebrate Attendance: Recognise and celebrate your child’s commitment to attending school regularly. Positive reinforcement can motivate them to maintain good attendance.

5. Seek Support: If your child is struggling with attending school, don’t hesitate to reach out to teachers or school counsellors. They can provide resources and support to address any underlying issues.

Together, We Can Make a Difference

We appreciate the ongoing support you provide to your children and our school community. By working together, we can foster a culture of regular attendance that promotes success for every student. 

Thank you for your ongoing support.

YEAR 4 WESTWORDS

Year 4 students as part of their library lessons this term have been working with author James Roy on creating a variety of stories using different stimulus each session. This week the students worked around the theme of running late to school. Students wrote entertaining stories in small groups of three and shared their writing with their peers. 4R also shared their stories with students from Palmers Island Public School. As part of the lessons this week the students also edited a piece that had been written to show them the processes a writer goes through. In re- writing the paragraph the students were working on the following elements:

• building tension

• adding detail

• contrast between characters

• using conversation

• adding mystery

• using the technique of foreshadowing

Lots of useful techniques are shared each week and we look forward to reading the students' work.

 Kim Dunscombe & Vannesa Rogers

School Stages

From The Office

Each fortnight we will send you instructions or a link to a "How to" guide from School Bytes. This fortnight is all about how to book a parent-teacher interview.

Lost Property

There is an overwhelming amount of lost property in the school. These items include jumpers, hats, lunch boxes, plastic containers and water bottles. We ask all parents and carers to ensure that all items are labelled with your child’s name. Also, please encourage your child to search for their lost items in the lost property bin outside, near the sick bay entrance.

Chaplain News

We are into winter, whether it's getting children off to sports, or having food in the slow cooker ready for you when you come home. This season, the sun still shines during the days despite the cold mornings.

Part of my role is to ensure the sun is shining on our students and to start that process I need to build trust with students. This can be done by playing Uno, Jenga, or Lego when they are in the chaplaincy program or in the playground. It takes time to create a space where a student feels safe to talk about whatever might be on their mind. 

As adults, we can be very stretched with everything we have to do with working, appointments, grocery shopping and trying to fit everything in our lives, including spending time with the big and little humans we live with. It's important to make time to spend with your daughter or son to invest and build a solid relationship with them.

One of the greatest gifts you can give a child is time.  Looking into their eyes, listening to them, being interested and being present with them as they share their adventures of the day. If you have this as a rhythm, it’s a time when trust can be built, and open questions can be asked. Listening to their stories and what they have done at school is a great way to understand what life is like for them.  It creates a strong foundation for when children enter adolescence. The gift of time is precious as you make regular time with your daughter or son to go out and do something with them.  Whether it's McDonald's for an ice cream, going to the park, watching a movie, cooking together or making something in the garage.  Maybe it's even shooting some hoops down at the local basketball court.

We have had Lego for Year 2 this term, where any Year 2 student can come and make something with Lego. On the other days, I am out using hula hoops, catching cups, skipping ropes, and when it's not windy the parachute comes out.  You might also find some students playing Uno on the artificial grass.

Sports News

Library News       

Premier’s Reading Challenge:

We have now reached 138 students who have completed the challenge. We are well on our way to beating our record of 286 students. Keep up all the fantastic work everyone. But, don’t worry though if you have not completed the challenge yet. It runs to the 22nd August. A huge congratulations to the following students.

Parent Contacting Morning Tea:

Next Tuesday we are hosting a parent contacting morning tea in the library. If anyone is available to help contact some of our new books, that would be greatly appreciated.

Keep reading,

Mrs Bugeja

Teacher Librarian

Support News

In Week 6 students in SD and SC got the opportunity to attend the Western Sydney Wanderers All Abilities Gala Day! What a day of fun for all things soccer! Students built their skills on dribbling, kicking and goal shooting, and even had a go at some tricks! The day ended with a game of teachers vs. students with students getting the win on the last goal! We couldn't have asked for a better day for both the weather and fun! Thank you to the Wanderers for such an amazing day.

P&C News

Get Ready to Groove, it’s Disco Time!

And we have a surprise... Disco ticket sales have moved to SchoolBytes!

The Jasper Road P&C invites all students to attend the Term 2 Disco on Wednesday 2 July.

K-2 Disco: 4:30pm - 5:45pm

3-6 Disco: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

BBQ serving from 4pm* until 6.15pm close

*Dependent on number of BBQ volunteers available

Disco Tickets are $7.50 per student (must be ordered under each student’s own name), and you can order Sausage Sandwich and Drink combo for $5 (choose the sausage flavour first then the number of sausage/drink combos)

Tickets are by pre-payment via School Bytes - Please visit the "payment” section in the School Bytes app or check your emails from the school for the link and instructions to purchase. Ticket and BBQ sales close on Wednesday 25 June.

The BBQ is held before each disco where pre-purchased sausage sizzle and drinks can be collected. Ticket pre-sales (Food and Disco) close on Wednesday 25 June. When collecting a food order please ensure that you arrive at least 20 minutes before the disco starts in order to get your food order before it begins. To maintain fairness for all, there will be no “queue-jumping” to get into the disco if you are running late.

Families, due to the 3-6 Parent Teacher Conferences taking place on the same night we are opening the BBQ up for all family members. Save yourself cooking dinner when you get home and have sausage sandwich with drink while you wait for your child. 

Orders for those not attending the disco can be made by selecting the Sausage Sizzle and Drink option. You can order as many as your family needs.

2025 DISCO TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR JASPER ROAD P&C We ask that you read these before the event – purchasing tickets implies agreement to these terms and conditions.

K-2 DISCO: Starts 4:30pm Concludes 5:45pm

3-6 DISCO: Starts 6:00pm Concludes 7:30pm

·         Please treat all volunteers (parents and staff) with respect – disrespectful, rude, or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated at any time and any person displaying this behaviour will be asked to immediately leave school grounds, and NO refunds will be given.

·         All students must wear their disco ticket wristband for entry to the disco – and this must remain on the student for the whole event. When collecting food and drink orders – this wristband must be presented to be marked off at the BBQ collection point so please remember this if ordering extras for parents and siblings.

·         Our disco operates on a closed-door policy for student safety. All students must be dropped at the hall door by a parents/carers and then picked up by parents/carers from within the hall at the disco's end. Parents/carers are to remain outside the hall doors until the doors are opened by the teachers/P&C volunteers allowing entry for collection.

·         Students are NOT permitted to leave the disco once they have entered. Students require teacher supervision if they want to use the toilets. Water is freely available to students inside the disco. Please remember this if ordering extra food/drink for parents and siblings – wristband will need to be seen by BBQ team for collection.

·         At the end of the disco session, students MUST be collected from inside the hall by their parents/carers PROMPTLY at the disco end (see times above). Older siblings must be 16 years or older to collect JRPS students.

·         Only students, teachers, registered P&C volunteers, and the disco operator are permitted in the hall during the disco.

·         Students can only attend their own age group disco session.

·         Any 3-6 students waiting for their session or remaining during/after the K-2 session must be under the direct supervision of their parents/carers.

·         No pre-schoolers or relatives of students are permitted to participate in the disco, it is for JRPS enrolled students ONLY. Pre-schoolers outside the disco must be supervised by parents/carers AT ALL TIMES.

·         Please ensure your child wears appropriate clothing and footwear suitable for dancing.

·         All teachers and P&C volunteers are there for your child’s safety: they will supervise and help as needed. Please follow all instructions and ask your children to do the same.

·         Running, sliding, or throwing items are not permitted.

·         If your child behaves in an unsafe manner, you will be phoned to collect them immediately.

·         There is NO SMOKING whilst you are on the school grounds.

·         Please NO photography or video on the school grounds.

·         No food or drinks allowed inside the disco. The BBQ will close at 6.15pm. Students attending the 3-6 disco will need to eat before the disco. To maintain fairness for all, there will be no “queue-jumping” to get into the 3-6 disco if you are running late. 

·         Free water and water breaks will be provided inside the disco to students.

·         Please be outside the school hall prior to the discos completion to pick up your children from inside the hall promptly when finished.

·         Unable to attend on the day? Please note that refunds are not available for BBQ orders as stock needs to be purchased in advance. Refunds for disco entry will be managed on a case-by-case basis by the event coordinator.

·         Child not at school that day for wristband? No problem - pre-paid wristbands can be collected from the canteen from 4pm on the date of the event.

 We look forward to seeing everyone at the disco! 

Parents can come and join in the fun by volunteering. To help run this fun event we are seeking volunteers. Please scan the QR code below or email volunteer@jasperroadpandc.org if you are available to help. To show our appreciation for your support, volunteers will receive free entry to the disco for their children. Please email us before booking your tickets to receive a voucher code.

To help make this event a success we appreciate the support of parent volunteers. If you are available to help at this event, please scan the QR code to fill out our 2025 Volunteer Interest form (or see the link in the 2025 Parent Volunteering Opportunities section below)

Other 2025 Parent Volunteering Opportunities (expression of interest)

Mark it in your calendars – P&C have lots of exciting events this year – and we don’t want you or your kids to miss a thing! Scan the QR code below or click HERE to tell us the events you might be able to volunteer at – and we will do the rest, contacting you when we have more information about roles and timing for you to consider.  

Parent volunteers are vital to P&C (The Parents and Citizen’s Association) events, and without volunteers events may have to be cancelled at short notice.

Sponsor Our End-of-Year Movie Night – Lock It in Before June 30!

Planning is underway for the JRPS P&C End-of-Year Movie Night, and we’re looking for local businesses to come on board as event sponsors!

This much-loved community event is a fantastic opportunity to:

✔️ Show your support for local families and education

✔️ Promote your business to a large and engaged school audience

✔️ Receive repeated exposure via event signage, newsletters, and social media

✔️ Claim your sponsorship as a tax-deductible business expense if it provides promotional benefit*

✔️ Lock in your support before June 30 to include it in this financial year’s return

Whether you’re a small business or a larger local provider, your contribution helps us run a fun, safe, and memorable event for our students and families.

To learn more about sponsorship options, please get in touch with the P&C at President@jasperroadpandc.org.

*Please speak with your tax advisor to confirm how sponsorship applies to your business.

Go somewhere warm this fun this Winter School Holidays !

Support Jasper Road Public School P&C by becoming an Entertainment Member today and start saving on day-to-day essentials, new experiences and enjoy exclusive deals when you book your next holiday adventure!

The best part is that 20% of your membership goes to Jasper Road Public School P&C to support the vital work we do!

Contact the P&C

Email: info@jasperroadpandc.org

Website: https://JasperRoadPandC.org

Facebook: To keep up to date with upcoming events please follow us by simply searching “Jasper Road P&C”

Canteen

Canteen Payments

May we ask if you are paying cash for your child's order or sending spending money, where possible please send coins or smaller value notes. We have limited change available and struggle to change large notes of a morning.

Flexi Schools is a cashless option where canteen orders can be placed each day or even days/weeks in advance. This removes the worry of lost change or forgetting to hand in the order. Ordering can be done for any item on our menu including ice blocks.

If you have placed a recess order, please let your child/ren know to join the "Express Line" at the canteen to collect the order.

Lunch orders are delivered to the classroom, however, if you have ordered any of the following items, please ask your
child/ren to collect them from the "Express Line" at the canteen:

• Noodles

• Ice Blocks

• Jelly

Changes or Enquiries for Canteen Orders

Should you need to change or cancel your child's canteen order, we kindly request that instead of contacting the canteen or school directly, please reach out to our Healthy Canteens Office, where multiple staff members are available to assist you promptly. Contacting the school or canteen can disrupt lunch preparation and experience delays in communication.

Contact Details:

• Office Phone: 02 9836 2270 or 0405 219 242

• Timing: Please make any changes before 10:30 am.

SMS Service: You may also use our SMS service to cancel an order. Simply text us with the following details:

• School Name

• Child's Name & Class

We will process the cancellation and send you a confirmation SMS.

Important Note: We regret we are unable to hold orders. Instead, cancelled orders will result in funds returning to your FlexiSchools account. This policy ensures clarity, especially in cases of delayed student returns or changes in onsite staff.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. By following these guidelines, we aim to enhance efficiency and minimise disruptions for all involved parties. Should you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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