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Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:54:20 AEDT

The department is working with the Ministry of Health to monitor and respond to the unfolding international novel coronavirus situation.

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to novel coronavirus.

#Ready2020 – a great year starts here

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 13:04:05 AEDT

Starting school is a big moment in a child’s life. Here’s how to make the most of it.

We can’t wait for you to join us for a great year – the first step towards a lifelong love of learning.

Visit the department’s primary school resources for hints, tips and checklists to make a great start to the new school year, whether your child is starting Kindergarten or Year 6.

You’ll find:

Getting ready for primary school booklet – everything you need to be #Ready2020
Daisy’s First Day – the story of Daisy the koala’s first adventure at Kindergarten
advice from teachers – they’ve been through this before.

Video – #Ready2020: First day of Kindy

Duration – 1:00

Staying healthy into the new school year

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 16:18:06 AEDT

Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way to protect your family from harmful diseases this holiday season and into 2020. Visit your doctor for general health and vaccination advice.

Immunisation not only protects you and your family but also others in your community, by reducing the spread of preventable diseases.

Children starting school in 2020 must have up-to-date immunisations to enrol.

These vaccinations help protect children from highly infectious and severe diseases including whooping cough and measles.

Travel health

If you’re travelling overseas during the school holidays, you may need vaccinations or medication – both for general health protection and for region-specific diseases.

If you’re travelling to the Northern Hemisphere, you may even need a flu shot.

Find out more about staying healthy while travelling.

NSW schools respond to bushfires

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 16:45:39 AEDT

Many schools are responding to the catastrophic fire rating that is affecting communities across the state this week.

We are continuously updating the School safety page with a list of government and non-government schools, as well as TAFE NSW campuses that are currently non-operational.

While some schools are temporarily non-operational due to localised fires, many others in high-risk areas are non-operational as a precautionary measure.

Schools in some areas are being used as emergency evacuation centres at the direction of the Rural Fire Service.

For schools that are currently operational, school pickups and dropoffs will continue as usual. If your school is currently non-operational, it will likely remain so tomorrow.

Large scale distressing events affect our school communities in many ways. Headspace’s mental health support resource (PDF 100.52KB) is available to help students, teachers and school staff respond to the bushfires.

Visit the School safety page for updates. The department’s Facebook and Twitter accounts will also provide updates during this period.

Grab a ticket to Schools Spectacular 2019

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 14:13:58 AEDT

Will you be joining us at Schools Spectacular 2019? Tickets are on sale now. Experience our live show featuring a cast of thousands of public school students from across metropolitan, rural and remote regions of NSW.

Students from different ages, cultures and backgrounds will share the spotlight as they dance, play and sing for you. Choose from one of our four massive performances at Qudos Bank Arena on Friday 22 November and Saturday 23 November.

This year's events will feature:

more than 380 schools
5,500 performers
a 3000-strong choir
2,300 dancers
an 80-piece symphony orchestra
a world-class stage band.

Group bookings

Need to make a group booking for over 10 people? Complete the Schools Preview Order Form 2019 (PDF 110KB) to attend the discounted 11am Friday matinee. The Friday matinee is discounted for school students and accompanying teachers.

If you’d like to grab a spot at one of the other three remaining shows complete the Group Booking Form 2019 (PDF 110KB).

Tickets for you and your family and friends

Save you and your family a spot online or by phone on 132 849.

Video – Schools Spectacular 2019

Duration: 0:26

Have your say on before and after school care

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:34:05 AEST

We want to better understand your needs for before and after school care in NSW.

Have your say today on before and after school care.

Fill out the survey by Service NSW to share your specific care needs and to register interest to stay informed of new developments.

Your input will provide insights into where there are gaps in service availability and help us to deliver extra places where they are needed.

You can also contact the team responsible for rolling out the before and after school care commitment at BASCreform@det.nsw.edu.au.

Book yourself in for Reading Hour

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 11:20:52 AEST

This Australian Reading Hour, encourage your child to discover or rekindle their love of a good book. Take the time to learn, escape and relax on Thursday 19 September and read for one hour.

Get involved at home

Join in at home and read your child a bedtime story. Studies show that reading a bedtime story six days a week can give kids almost a year’s head start when they begin school. Reading has also been shown to develop empathy, promote critical thinking and help children find a sense of self.

Join in from the classroom

Bestselling children’s author and illustrator Matt Stanton will broadcast live to primary school children across the country from the Sydney Opera House on Tuesday 17 September. We invite schools to register for the livestream of this free event.

Stanton’s author talk is among more than 140 events happening across the country involving more than 50 authors.

Take the Book Swap Challenge

We all have favourite books that we come back to again and again.

To help celebrate Reading Hour take our Book Swap Challenge. We want students, teachers, staff and parents to try reading something new on the day. To get involved, simply pair up with someone and swap your favourite books.

Take a photo and tag it with #ReadingHour so we can see how you got involved.

Video – #ReadingHour authors talk about their favourite place to read

Duration: 0:38

Looking for a good spot to open a book? We asked authors Benjamin Law, Morris Gleitzman, Jacqueline Harvey and Mick Elliott about their favourite place to read.

How to be smart and safe on social media

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:39:23 AEST

Use our new Digital Citizenship toolkit to empower your child to understand how their online behaviour affects themselves and others.

You and your child can find information on:

how to ‘be positive’ by understanding online behaviour and its effect
'be smart’ by thinking critically and being digitally aware
'be safe’ by protecting your security, privacy and wellbeing.

A toolkit to empower you and your child

You can find articles and videos to equip and empower your child to minimise the risks and maximise the opportunities in our digital future.

We’ve partnered with leading researchers to produce a curated toolkit – aligned to the curriculum – which teachers and you can share with the young people in your lives.

Guide your child through important concepts such as:

managing privacy settings in social media
collaborating online
avoiding scams and hoaxes
understanding the law when it comes to online speech
Internet banking, shopping online and much more.

Keep your child safe and happy online

Visit and bookmark the Digital Citizenship website. We’ll continue to add articles and resources to ensure the best possible tools are available to help you guide your child to be positive, smart and safe online.

NAIDOC BBQ Sponsors

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 13:26:44 AEST

At our recent NAIDOC Barbeque, we had the privilage of having R&W Ingleburn donate and cook for us. We would like to thank them for their generosity and their time.

Minecraft 3rd Prize in Aerotropolis Competition

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 12:47:26 AEST

3rd Prize $7500 Awarded to the School

On Friday the 9th of August ten students went to Liverpool to represent our full team of 16 students who researched, designed and constructed a solution to the problem ‘What will the aerotropolis look like? How will they get around? How will they live?’.

THe student’s creative entry telling the story of ‘The aerotropolis family’ can be found on the school's YouTube channel. Student’s also had to pitch their idea live to a panel of judges, including Mark Scott (Head of Department of Education NSW). Congratulations students!

Minecraft Team: Mahran, Hunter, Josh, Karti, Ryan, Rhenaya, Ninad, Arnob, Nathaniel, Noah, Lucas, Adam, Alyssa, Griffin, Nikil and Adam.

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 14:01:59 AEST

We are celebrating our students and their powerful voices this Education Week Monday 5 August to Friday 9 August. Every year Education Week celebrates the achievements of public schools, our students and the value of public education.

This year, the theme is Every student, every voice.

Join us for #EdWeek19 as we celebrate our students and their power to shape the world.

Video – #EdWeek19 – Every student, every voice

Duration: 0:34

A Farewell Message from Miss Hrabica

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 09:09:30 AEST

Dear friends, colleagues, parents and students,

It will come as no surprise to many of you, that after 11 months of extended leave spending more time with family and friends, enjoying new activities, and just having the time to do whatever I want, whenever I want, I am announcing my separation from the Department of Education as at 5^th July, 2019. The decision to end a career that has been such a huge part of my life for so long has been very carefully considered throughout the duration of my leave and I feel that now is the right time to officially bid farewell to my “school family”.

After 33 years and 3 months of teaching it is time to put away the programs, assessments, reports, timetables, syllabus documents, and the vast collection of teaching paraphernalia and resources and say goodbye to long working days and weekends and hello to sleep-ins and days of enjoyment and leisure! I don’t view this as “retirement” but rather as the beginning of the next phase of my life. As the saying goes, “Life is too short”.

My teaching career began at Ingleburn on 10^th April 1985 and finished at Ingleburn on 6^th July 2018. I have often been asked why I stayed at Ingleburn PS for all of these years. My answer has always been that it was a great school to be at, with a dedicated and amazing staff and it’s close to home! Why should I leave? Ingleburn Public School has been my other “home”, for such a long time, and I find it hard to believe that I am leaving. Over the years I have established my ”school family” – wonderful and dedicated people with whom I’ve worked for many years; who have helped and mentored me, laughed and cried with me, consoled and supported me, celebrated successes and achievements with me and shaped me into the teacher that I am. I have been fortunate enough to have made some wonderful and enduring friendships during these years.

As I look back on my career I recall a mix of talented, challenging, friendly, determined children who gave their best efforts to succeed; parents who were supportive and appreciative of the efforts teachers gave to their child, and who willingly gave their time either organising or helping with events, and finally the dedicated teachers who consistently worked long hours and gave their all to ensure that IPS provided a range of educational programs and activities to suit the needs of all its students. Well done and thank you to everyone!

Teaching is a demanding, challenging, overwhelmingly busy and yet fun career. It can be the best of times and the worst of times, but ultimately it is one of the most rewarding careers a person can have. I have been very proud to have been a teacher in the Public Education system for the majority of my life.

So, with the fondest of memories and with warmest regards, I say farewell.

Miss Irene Hrabica

Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 11:34:23 AEST

Creative kids can now put a $100 voucher towards extra-curricular creative activities outside of school.

Together with Active Kids, this program aims to encourage more NSW children to participate in a range of extra-curricular activities such as coding, languages, circus, performing arts and visual arts.

Parents can apply for one $100 voucher for each child enrolled in school on the Creative Kids website and use it towards the cost of registration, participation or tuition. You just redeem the voucher with a registered provider in your area when making your payment.

This is a great opportunity for your child to become involved in a range of activities that will build on their education, growth and development.

Service NSW is working with industry bodies to deliver the program.

For more information, contact Service NSW on 137 788 or creativekids@service.nsw.gov.au.

The Game Changer Challenge is back

Fri, 31 May 2019 12:21:10 AEST

It’s not too late to become a Game Changer with applications for the Education Week challenge due by 7 June.

The Game Changer Challenge brings 16 teams from public schools across NSW – eight from primary and eight from secondary – to Sydney during Education Week in August for a three-day, intensive design-thinking workshop.

The Game Changer workshops, which start on Tuesday 6 August, includes teacher training in the use of design thinking as a teaching methodology and its application for school planning.

It also includes a team competition where schools will work under the guidance of experts from industry and academia to develop a solution to this year’s critical question: How might we humanise technology?

Department of Education Secretary Mark Scott has encouraged students and teachers to get behind the event as it highlights the critical thinking students will need to develop to succeed in the future.

“The Game Changer Challenge is an exciting initiative that helps educate and inform our students and teachers on how to integrate the problem-solving methodology of design thinking into the classroom,” Mr Scott says.

“It embraces the 21^st century skills our students will need to thrive in a globalised world such as collaboration, creative thinking and communication.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for our students at all levels to be involved in discussing and addressing a real-world issue that will affect their future lives. I encourage every school to get involved.”

The challenge is designed to make strong learning and teaching connections to the NSW syllabus specifically in the area of developing general capabilities such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, communication and problem-solving.

The challenge also provides teachers with an opportunity to gain exposure to the design thinking process and includes teacher resources to introduce this creative problem-solving methodology into the classroom.

Finalists will be selected based on a 60-second video that showcases your team’s vision around the question of humanising technology.

For more information email edweek@det.nsw.edu.au or visit the Game Changer Challenge page.

Cross Country 2019

Wed, 22 May 2019 14:18:15 AEST

Light Experiments

Mon, 20 May 2019 12:08:16 AEST

A few days ago, 3/4C, room 1, started their research about light. They discovered the meanings of transparent, translucent and opaque while doing various experiments related to light. The class had many choices such as creating a amazing kaleidoscope, looking through panes of thick coloured plastic.

Flora

Your NAPLAN questions answered

Thu, 09 May 2019 15:06:41 AEST

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The tests assess the foundational skills in reading, writing, spelling and numeracy that are essential for every child to progress through school and life.

This year NAPLAN takes place between 14 and 16 May for paper tests and between 14 and 24 May for schools participating in NAPLAN Online.

NAPLAN data is used to help monitor student progress over time against a national measure and to identify areas of strength and improvement. It is used in combination with other school assessments to guide and support student learning.

Watch students ask an expert the tough questions about NAPLAN.

Video – Kids ask the hard questions

Duration – 3:45

2020 Opportunity Class Information

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 21:27:04 AEST

Please read the information below regarding 2020 Opportunity Classes.

Relevant to 2019 Year 4 students.

Opportunity classes cater for academically gifted and talented students who may otherwise be without sufficient classmates at their own academic and social level. These schools help gifted and talented students to learn by grouping them with other gifted and talented students, teaching them in specialised ways and providing educational materials at the appropriate level. Applications for opportunity class placement are considered mainly on the combined results of the Opportunity Class Placement Test and school assessments. The Opportunity Class Placement Test will be held on Wednesday 31 July 2019.

If you would like to have your child considered for Year 5 opportunity class entry in 2020, you need to apply soon. You will need to apply on the internet using a valid email address (not the student’s email address).

Detailed instructions on how to apply online will be available from Tuesday 30 April 2019 at https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-5

The application website opens on Tuesday 30 April 2019 and closes on Friday 17 May 2019. You must apply by the due date. There are no paper application forms. If you do not have internet access, you could apply at a public library. If you have a disability that prevents you from using a computer, you can contact the Team for assistance after 30 April 2019. You must submit only ONE application for each student.

Please note: The school cannot apply on your behalf.

Apply now for My Community Project funding

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 15:07:26 AEST

Do you have a great idea to improve your area?

My Community Project is a new NSW Government funding program that is all about local ideas, local projects and local decisions.

You can apply now for grants from $20,000 - $200,000 for projects that will make a difference to your community. Projects could include new playground equipment, sports facilities, paths or ramps to improve access, public art or a community service.

The local community can vote for their favourite projects in July and successful projects will be announced in September.

Project applications close 15 May 2019.

Apply for My Community Project funding

Bring back memories, not measles

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:23:11 AEST

With school holidays just around the corner, it’s time to visit your doctor to check that you and your family are fully protected against measles, before you travel overseas.

Measles is a serious, highly contagious, viral illness that is easily spread through the air when an infectious person coughs, sneezes or breathes. If you and your family are not fully vaccinated, or have never been vaccinated, you are at risk of contracting measles.

Not sure if you’re fully protected?

In Australia, the measles vaccine (MMR) consists of 2 doses. If you’re not sure whether you’ve had 2 doses of the measles vaccine, visit your doctor. It’s safe to receive another dose.

Children born in Australia

If your children were born in Australia, they may have received the measles vaccine at 12 months old and the second dose at 18 months, in accordance with the National Immunisation Program.
If you have a baby under 12 months old, consult your doctor about getting their measles vaccination.

Adults born in Australia

Born before 1966 – you were most likely exposed to measles as a child and are generally considered to be immune. If in doubt, ask your GP.
Born between 1966 and 1994 – you may not have received 2 doses. Talk to your doctor about the free vaccine if you’re unsure.
Born after 1994 – the National Immunisation Program offers 2 doses, and you can check your vaccination status using the Australian Immunisation Register.

For more information about the measles vaccination, visit NSW Health or consult your local doctor.

Wests Rugby 7s

Sat, 30 Mar 2019 21:12:34 AEDT

On the 28/03/19 Miss Watkins and Miss Lawson took 10 talented rugby league players to a Rugby 7’s gala day held at Eschol park sporting complex. The non-competitive Gala day was fast paced, full of action and an awesome opportunity for students at our school to participate in a friendly game of Rugby League. Well done to Dayton, Leti, Lisiate, Jayden, Wise, Dimitri, Isikeli, Paul, Ronel and Lachlan for representing our school with so much pride. A special mention must go to Jai Leatham for volunteering to help coach the team on the day. Well done Boys.

Samkwang Elementary School Visit

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 19:33:44 AEDT

Saturday the 16th of February saw the arrival of teachers from our partner school, Samkwang Elementary School, South Korea. The teachers were Mrs Choi- the Deputy Principal, Miss Choi - International Exchange Teacher, Mr Lee - Music teacher and Miss Jang.

On arrival, they toured Chinatown with Ms Dao and settled into their accomodation. On Sunday they visited the Blue Mountains with Ms Dao and Mr Green. They rode the Scenic Train and Cableway.

The school week began as usual with a flag raising assembly, however there was also a smoking ceremony held. The Koreans were intrested to take part with the Indigenous students. That same day, Mrs Popov took them on a walking tour of Sydney.

On Tuesday there was an excursion to Featherdale Wildlife Park. Thirty students along with several class teachers, the Koreans, Mrs Popov and Mrs Bellenger attended. They were all treated to pats of a snake, lizard, tawny frog mouth and koala. The Koreans then spent the afternoon in Bondi.

On Wednesday, Mrs Mullins demonstrated a cooking lesson in our new kitchen where students engaged in cooking Aussie treats including lamingtons, ANZAC biscuits, and damper. The Koreans taught 5/6LP a Korean song and Mr Green and Ms Dao also had serious meeings with them about future directions.

Thursday saw the swimming carnival for our 3-4 students which was a great day. The Koreans, along with Mr Green and Ms Dao toured Hurlstone High School at this time.

For their final day, they had a lot of fun interacting with out students. They taught a Korean traditional game- similar to hackysacks with the whold school at lunch time, along with another game to 3/4M in the Discovery Centre.

Thank you to all students for showing respect to our visitors.

Credit to Karti, Joshua and Ryan for researching their week.

More Photos:

https://ingleburn-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/gallery/korean-visitors.html

Selective High School Tests for 2020 Entry

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 19:11:24 AEDT

The Selective High School Placement Test will be held on Thursday 14 March 2019 from 9.00am to 1.30pm.

Unless parents have made special arrangements with the High Performing Students Team to attend an individually allocated test centre candidates from this school have been sent to: MACQUARIE FIELDS HIGH SCHOOL.

Go to https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7 to find:,

Test centre allocations by public school.
A map of test centre addresses under the heading 'The test'.
The bulletin, Test information for parents and students. The bulletin contains very important information about the test and should be read carefully.

The Match of the Century

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 19:31:48 AEDT

To mark the end of Seoul Samkwang Elementary School's visit at Ingleburn Public a match of a Korean game was held under the COLA.

Miss Choi and Mr Garrett were the stand out stars.

Check out the video highlights filmed by Matthew from 4/5/6KapoW

Swimming Carnival

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 12:50:09 AEDT

This years swimming carnival was absolutely splashing with novelty events galore and the water park was filled with laughter as swimmers in the main pool competed in multipe events earning their house's points.

These races were freestyle (100 and 50m), breaststroke and butterfly. As amazing as it sounds, a total of 30 students actually completed competitive races. Hopefully more will compete next year.

This years 'eacher only' novelty event included inflatables flipping and slipping with lots of falls. Bass was victorious in this event with Joshua competing in every race but somehow Oxley sunk their way to the top with their total score of 60. Flinders came in a close second with 59.

By Joshua

Video by Media-Writes

Notice of P&C Annual General Meeting

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 12:43:57 AEDT

5 road safety tips for parents and carers

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:15:34 AEDT

Now that students are back to school after a break it’s a good time to chat with your child about safe behaviours when you walk or commute to school.

Here are our top tips to help our students make a safe trip:

1. Be alert and aware

Take note of the dangers you come across on your walk and bring them to your child’s attention. Point out dangers, such as vehicles coming out of driveways. Talk to your child about being alert in a road environment.

2. Hold hands

When on the footpath, at a crossing or in a car park always hold your child's hand. It is advised to do this up to the age of at least 8 years old and closely supervise until at least the age of 10.

3. Choose a safe crossing

Lead by example and choose a safe place to cross the road. Explain why it is the safest place to cross.

4. Set a good example

Your child watches everything you do, so if you cross at the crossing they will too. It is also important to share these messages with other carers who may walk with your child to school.

5. Stop, Look, Listen, Think every time you cross the road

Discuss this important road safety message. STOP! one step back from the kerb. LOOK! continuously both ways. LISTEN! for the sounds of approaching traffic. THINK! whether it is safe to cross.

Practise makes perfect

The more supervised practice your child can get the better, so why not make Term 1 the start of a new routine to walk with your child to school more often.

Older children may be ready to make the journey to school independently. Before they take this step, observe if they are road safe and reinforce the road safety messages.

For more information, check out the department’s pedestrian safety advice for students, parents and carers.

Back to school

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 14:53:53 AEDT

The first day of Kindergarten and the return to school in the new year are busy times for your child – and for the entire family. To help you make the most of this time and enjoy the experience, we’ve compiled some useful tips and checklists. We want every student to be known, valued and cared for in our schools.

Our film #FirstDay2019 captures the excitement – and the nerves – of the rite of passage that is the first day of Kindergarten.

Video – Back to School 2019: First Day at Kindy

Duration – 1:00

New Mural

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 12:37:38 AEDT

Designed by the Indigenous Community of Ingleburn Public School in 2018. Painted by 'Mr Fresh' the artist and Josh from Old ways, New days.

Check out the time lapse video below.

Year 1 Wollondilly Heritage Centre

Sat, 24 Nov 2018 12:43:48 AEDT

Yesterday Year 1 went on an excursion. We used a bus to get there. The place we went to was Wollondilly. We did six things like washing, sorting apples and eating them, and going to school in the past.

It was super fun. After we went to the park. We had so much fun!!

After the park we went back to school and then home.

By Sophie, Year 1

Please check out more photos in the gallery.

Colour Run - New Date

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 11:46:32 AEDT

Due to the high winds, Colour Run has been postponed until Monday the 26th of Novemeber. Remember your white shirts.

Art Gallery Excursion

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 11:43:59 AEDT

ART Gallery excursion

On Tuesday 20^th November, students from Ingleburn Public School had the opportunity to attend the Campbelltown Art Centre with Miss Mignacca and Miss Holman. Students participated in a variety of activities, such as print making, storytelling, model making and art appreciating as well as a guided tour of the artworks on display for the Fisher’s Ghost Art Award that is currently on exhibition at Campbelltown Arts Centre. Congratulations to the following students who have entered their artworks and are now being displayed in the Primary Section of the Fishers Ghost Art Exhibition. 'The Great Wave' by Angel Villegas, 'Eiffel Under the Sea' by Kelly Khruangpanut and 'Inside My Mind' by Maleik Bargashoun. Go and check them out at Campbelltown Art Gallery, the exhibition will be open till 13^th December.

Golf Open

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 13:12:28 AEDT

On Thursday 15th November Ingleburn Public School had the wonderful opportunity to attend the 103rd Australian Golf Open at The Lakes Golf Club. Students participated in Golf activities, the MyGolf Interactive zone which included inflatable hitting targets, jumping castles, face painting and enjoyed the petting zoo. Students walked around the course and were able to watch golfers competing in the Golf Open. Student's also had private lessons run by Jack Newton Jr Golf coaches as well as Miss Mignacca.

2019 school budget allocations

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 12:24:07 AEDT

Like all NSW public schools, this week we will receive a School Budget Allocation Report with our funding for 2019. The report will help us manage our total budget delivered through the Resource Allocation Model (RAM).

The RAM supports schools through needs-based funding to ensure a fair, efficient and transparent allocation of funds. Our school has the flexibility to make local decisions based on the specific needs of our students.

We will use our 2019 funding to support students and improve educational outcomes. The school executive will continue to work with the school community as we implement the school plan using this needs-based funding.

Learn more about the 2019 RAM funding.

Remembrance Day

Sun, 11 Nov 2018 13:24:03 AEDT

Our student leadership group represented our school today at the Campbelltown City Council 100 Year Commemorative Remembrance Day Service. The students respectively contributed to the Service. It was a meaningful educational experience for them. It gave them the opportunity to further deepen their understanding of the importance of Rememrance Day. After the service they enjoyed the displays and hands on activities, which gave them an insight into what life would be like for our First World War soldiers.

Milo Cup

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 12:00:17 AEDT

Last term three teams competed in the local T-20 cup, with one team going through to the next round. On Thursday 1 November eleven senior students attended the T-20 cricket regional finals. Three games were played on the day with 2 games lost and the final game won. Students demonstrated excellent sportsmanship and dedication to the sport.

Miss Green

Heartbeat

Sun, 11 Nov 2018 13:26:08 AEDT

On Thursday the 8^th of November, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from Stage 2 attended the Heartbeat: Get the Rhythm Program at Western Sydney University, Campbelltown.

The day started with the Welcome to country, then students commenced their workshop rotations which were Doctor for a day, Health Care, Physical Fitness for Life, Plasterama and Healthy Food choices. Each of the workshops provided engaging hands on experiences and health awareness.

Colour Run

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 20:40:02 AEDT

Thank you to date for your support with our School Run4Fun Colour Explosion. Fundraising is full steam ahead!

How are you tracking towards your fundraising goal? If you haven’t already, create a Profile Page at www.myprofilepage.com.au.

There are some awesome features like setting your fundraising goal by choosing your favourite prizes.

You can also register for online fundraising – it’s the key to your success! Share your Profile Page to family and friends anywhere around the world and request support! The average raised is over $50 per student.

Don’t forget to see if you’ve won FREE sponsorship donations by using your unique code on page five (5) of the Sponsorship Form. Once logged in, view the school’s leaderboard and see where your child ranks. The highest fundraising student at the completion of the fundraiser will go into a draw to win a HUGE Apple Prize Pack. Happy fundraising!

@austalianfundraising #colourexplosion #schoolrun4run #colourblast #schoolcolourexplosion #schoolfunrun #australianfundraising

PCIT

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 09:25:14 AEDT

It is really exciting to announce that Ingleburn Public School has been selected to host the world’s first school-based clinic to provide Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).

Six schools and a preschool in Campbelltown and Liverpool area (Ingleburn Public School, Macquarie Fields PS, Sackville Street PS, Warwick Farm PS, Robert Townson PS and Campbelltown Community Preschool) have come together with the goal to establish the clinic to provide PCIT - one of the most effective programs for managing emotional and behavioural problems in your children.

We know our students, teachers, parents and the community are going to benefit greatly from this initiative and we are working hard to make it a reality. But we really need your support!

We have created a fundraising page with Schools Plus, an organisation that connects donors with schools. Your generosity would enable us to build the treatment room ready for opening in Term 1, 2019. This will allow parents, children and teachers from across the community to access free, tailored PCIT intervention.

You can help support us in a number of ways:

DONATE directly to our fundraising page here. All donations over $2 are tax deductible

SHARE our story with people you know and encourage them to donate (this could be your friends and family, other business owners and suppliers)

Together, we can make a difference to our students’ futures.

We really appreciate your help with ensuring PCIT is a success and supporting our local community.

Premier highlights the value of public education

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 17:31:34 AEST

Kiama and Parramatta public schools hosted the launch of Education Week today.

The Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, with (from left): Education Minister Rob Stokes; State Member for Parramatta, Geoff Lee; Department of Education Secretary Mark Scott; student performers and comperes, and the Principal of Parramatta Public School, Gail Charlier (far right).

Public education can be the springboard to the top job in New South Wales.

That was the message from the Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, as she launched Education Week celebrations today at Parramatta and Kiama public schools.

"I know that all schools across the state today are highlighting and celebrating what we all value in public education – where someone like me who couldn't speak a word of English when she started school has somehow ended up being the Premier of NSW," she said.

Ms Berejiklian said she had met many possible future leaders during her visit to Parramatta Public School and "couldn't be prouder, as your Premier, to witness the outstanding achievements of all the students across the state".

The dual school launch, linked via a live simulcast, focused on the theme of Education Week, Today's schools – creating tomorrow's world, which highlights how NSW public schools are equipping young people with the skills and capabilities they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

For the first time the launch was hosted entirely by primary school students and featured student performances from Eastwood Public School violinist Justine Zhang, Bossley Park High School soloist Ezra Loau and dancers from Hoxton Park Public School.

Year 8 students from Kiama High School – Alira Morgan, Jannali Morgan and Olivia Talbott – opened the celebration with an Acknowledgement of Country performed in language.

Keynote speeches were delivered from Kiama by Terara Public School Year 6 student Lucy Boundy, Molly Chapman, a Year 8 student at Dapto High School, and Nowra East Public School instructional leader Vishanti Govender.

Lucy told the launch that education was about opportunity: "Opportunity to learn, opportunity to improve and opportunity to make a difference."

In detailing her early struggles with learning, Molly said a more hands-on approach to study at her high school had a huge impact on her.

"I learn more effectively by seeing and doing things because it gets in my head more easily and pictures are worth a thousand words. Thanks to school, I'm exceeding in almost everything I touch," she said.

Education Minister Rob Stokes highlighted the "incredible legacy" of public schools on society, a role contemporary education and educators would play in the future.

"We are in a period of vast technological, social and economic change, and with that the role of education becomes more important, even bigger, and the challenge for teachers and students becomes more complex," he said.

"We need to provide training in those skills that recognise the future is uncertain and to train and encourage young people not just to be ready for the change that is coming but to be excited by it."

Education Week 2018 - Today's schools creating tomorrow's world

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 17:31:57 AEST

The future of education will be showcased in NSW public schools from August 6 – 10 as students, teachers and parents across the state celebrate Education Week 2018.

Education Week kicks off on Monday, August 6, with a simultaneous launch at Parramatta and Kiama public schools livestreamed on YouTube so all government schools and their communities can join in.

This year's theme, Today's schools – creating tomorrow's world, highlights how NSW public schools are equipping young people with the skills and capabilities they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

For the first time the Education Week launch will be hosted by primary school students and will feature a dancing robot, student performances and a film highlighting how schools are working with their communities to solve real-world problems.

A highlight of the week is the Game Changer Challenge, in which 16 teams of students from schools across NSW will compete in a three-day design program, working alongside leading industry professionals to create the school of the future.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian said today's students were learning at a time of great change.

"From the far west to our metropolitan hubs and everywhere in between, our state's schools will celebrate not only what we've achieved, but the future we are creating," Ms Berejiklian said.

"We are living in a time when the traditional walls of the classroom are opening up to new worlds of learning, paving the way for students to connect and collaborate with their peers regionally and globally."

Education Minister Rob Stokes said there had never been a more exciting time to be involved in schools with technology reshaping the way students learn and billions of dollars being invested in new school infrastructure.

"The NSW Department of Education is continually striving for improvement and innovation so that the young people in our care learn in a world-class education system," Mr Stokes said.

"The NSW Government is supporting that vision through a record $6 billion in funding to build the classrooms and schools of the future."

The Secretary of the Department of Education Mark Scott said ensuring today's students had the skills they would need to "not just survive, but thrive" in the future underpinned the department's evidence-based approach to learning.

"I am incredibly proud of the innovative teaching and learning that is being done across our State's public schools to ensure that every student can perform to their full potential," Mr Scott said.

"We don't know what the future will hold, but we do know that we are focused on equipping today's students with the skills and knowledge they will need to lead fulfilling lives in the future."

New uniform policy for NSW public schools

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 17:32:23 AEST

A new uniform policy has been introduced for NSW public schools, which for the first time include the option for girls to wear shorts and pants.

The Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, and the Minister for Education, Rob Stokes, announced the new "clear and concise" policy today at Condell Park Public School in Sydney.

Ms Berejiklian said the "modern makeover" would ensure that uniforms were practical and comfortable for students and affordable for parents.

The new policy says all students should have the opportunity to access the full range of school activities while wearing a school uniform, including physical activities, and girls must have the option to wear shorts and pants.

For more information, read the media release by the Premier and Minister. The new policy and implementation guidelines (PDF 116.83KB) are available on the department's website.

The Department of Education supports the wearing of school uniform to promote a sense of belonging for students and create a positive identity for the school community.

Each public school decides on its school uniform in formal consultation with students, school staff, parents and the school community.

2017... What an amazing year!

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:15 AEST

We have seen students competing and receiving awards and high recognition for their talents at Wakakirri and DanceSport, performing at the Cantabile Music Festival - Sydney Opera House, Fire in the Fields, the opening of Ingleburn Fair, Kisney Concert, Education Week and of course our Christmas Concert.

Students developed their commercial skills, creating businesses – including 4Great Milkshakes; FFJ – Fresh Fruit Juice, Brain Freeze, B-City, Slimy, Fun Dough, Fresh colourful lemonade, The Stress Factory, Tyed to name a few. Students demonstrated their innovative and collaborative skills which culminated in an Entrepreneurship Fun Day – raising money towards the Year 6 Gift to the School.

The four pillars of the school vision was brought to life with the Stage 3 Student Conference and subsequent student – led workshops for the rest of the school. Our Stage 3 Leaders facilitated Innovation, Collaboration, Empowerment and Global Citizens. From this, we have empowered students to be future focussed global citizens – initiating a blanket drive for the homeless and also Care Packages for kids with cancer at Westmead Children's Hospital.

On the sporting field, Ingleburn PS, again demonstrated their successes and excellence in sports – including Athletics, Swimming, Tiger Tag League, Milo Cricket and PSSA Winter and Summer Sports. Opportunities for skills development were reflected in clinics and weekly programs including Got Game Athletics, AFL, NRL and golf.

Our TechTonics group also journeyed on two Apple Field Trips – exploring robotics, coding and innovating – establishing another active partnership with Apple.

Students' enthusiasm for learning were illustrated at Stage 2 and Stage 3 Camps, incursions such as The NED Show, Fizzics, Fairytales, Smart Start Program, Old Ways New Days Program, Drumbeats Program and excursions to the Casula Powerhouse - Simpson and his Donkey live stage production. The experience at Future Park at the PowerHouse Museum explored new technological concepts – inspiring students to innovate.

Teachers were empowered with future focus skills in providing a holistic education for students with professional development including: teacher self-directed learning and research, exploring the Eight Elements of Success, the iPad Cluster Program and Universal Design for Learning to name a few.

Students used See-Saw, Book Creator, Clips and more to demonstrate their learning. Successes in multimedia applications include Ingleburn PS' award of a major prize in the Film by the Sea Festival with two short movie clips.

Our well-rounded students represented Ingleburn PS at Regional Spelling Bee, Public Speaking, Debating (state), and also successfully gaining placement at the Interschool Chess Challenge, not to mention their results in ICAS Competitions.

The fun and learning was not limited to this. We also launched our new mascot – Iggy, who was designed by students and came to life when our Principal Mr. Green received an award and recognition – being in the Top 50 of Australia for his innovation and educational leadership. We are very proud and fortunate to have Mr. Green as our leader – driving innovative practice. In his address, he reflected on the vibrant global school that we are, leading the way in innovation and success.

"Ingleburn Public is a school where you can dream, create and build the most innovative ideas. It is a school where everyone is welcome, valued and empowered to make a positive difference in our own way for ourselves, our school, our families and our world. It is a school where children, parents and teachers work together to pave the way towards learning success, social wellbeing and global responsibility".

We would like to thank all of Ingleburn Public School staff for their professionalism and dedication to their roles and acknowledge staff who have brought enthusiasm and knowledge to the school, promoting excellence and supporting our students to improve results. It is this dedication and enthusiasm that provides the opportunities and successes of our students.

A huge thank you to the parents and friends who support and are active partners in this journey, attending and engaging with some/all of school events. I am sure that you have enjoyed seeing the students in action at these events. We value the support as we build the Ingleburn Education Community.

Thank you to our amazing P&C – you are a small group who have worked tirelessly and successfully to support our school.

Finally to our students, congratulations on your achievements this year. We have a school of amazing, engaged and enthusiastic students who excel and display their talents in so many ways. It has been wonderful to see the confidence, pride and citizenship grow.

We are looking forward to 2018 – working with newly formed partnerships with:

- Future Film Stars;

- Being a steering committee for the Film Festival;

- NSW Legal;

- UNSW;

- Jack Newtown Junior Golf Association and Campbelltown Golf Club;

- Schools in South Korea

- Apple Education – Student Field Trips and Teacher Program;

- CAST (USA) – Universal Design for Learning; and

- Veative – Virtual Reality Educational Modules – yet to be released in Australia.

And so it is, at the end of this year, that we wish you and your families a happy and safe holiday.

We look forward to seeing you all for another dynamic year in 2018.

Film by the Sea

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:12 AEST

Fieldview Home for the Elderly

Chance to Dance

Journalism Club - Term 2 Week 10 Newsletter

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:13 AEST

Hi Everyone,

Please find the link to Ingleburn Public School's Journalism Club Newsletter.

Term 2 Week 10 - Newsletter

Journalism Club - Term 2 Week 3 Newsletter

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:13 AEST

Hi Everyone,

Please find the link to The Journalism Club's new look Newsletter.

Term 2 Week 3

We Have Skoolbag!

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:15 AEST

Our school has subscribed to the SkoolBag App, which allows you to stay connected to the school and informed of school events, specific to your child's activities. We will post the school newsletter, notes and news to the app which you can read at your leisure. We are also able to push notifications to your phone when information needs to be delivered to you quickly. You are able to control which push notifications you receive in the settings. For example, you may want to choose to receive Gala Day updates, Stage specific excursion information, Year 6 End of Year information.

This app is free for you to download in both the Google Play Store and the Apple iTunes Store. Just search Ingleburn Public School.

Instructions (pdf 2844 KB)

If you need any assistance in doing this, please see your child's classroom teacher or Mrs Thompson.

IPS Rocks Radio

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:12 AEST

Our school has recently launched its very own radio station 'IPS Rocks'. Our radio station broadcasts each Thursday during lunch time. Watch this space as we hope to soon create podcasts for the community to tune into!

Swimming Carnival

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:14 AEST

Swimming Carnival

It was an extremely stinking hot day on the 24th February. Luckily 190 students went to the refreshing Macquarie Fields Leisure Centre. It was loud, competitive with Flinders shouting and screaming, Sturt rampaging and screeching, Oxley flailing their banners and banging on the wall and Bass cheering as loud as their lungs could yell. There were many types of swimming races like freestyle, backstroke, butterfly and freestyle. For those who didn't compete there were lots of water play activities on the grassed area.

It was a very enjoyable day and I'm sure everyone enjoyed it. Results to be reported in the upcoming newsletter.

Harry and Aamer

The Discovery Centre Officially Opened

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:15 AEST

A fantastic morning was had on Monday 24 August 2015 to officially open our Discovery Centre. The children had lots of fun dressing up as their favourite book characters and parading down the red carpet. Thank you to the invited guests, parents, carers and community members who attended. The Macarthur Advertiser has published a news article and gallery of pictures on their website. Don't forget to also check out the fantastic gallery of pictures we have also uploaded.

Macarthur Advertiser

Semester 1 Reports

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:11 AEST

Parents will receive a comprehensive Semester 1 Report on Thursday 25 June 2015 (Week 10) and will have the opportunity to discuss their child's progress during Parent-Teacher interviews to be held early Term 3. More information will be available about interviews shortly.

We're in the News

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:15 AEST

Ingleburn Public School goes greener for Tree Day

Please click on the link below to read the full story.

Macarthur Advertiser

Inquisitive Minds

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:12 AEST

Ingleburn Sunday Markets

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:12 AEST

A huge round of thanks to Mrs Westcott, Miss Lai, Miss Mitchell, Mrs Pritchard, Miss Issa and Miss Shaw who spent much of their Sunday at the school raising money for our students. Thanks must also be given to the families of Natashia (KAW) and Madison (2H) who gave time during the day.

The following is a list of students who put in time yest day to help raise money for more iPads through the markets. Please congratulate them on their efforts.

Abrial - Year 5

Paige - Year 6

Arnav -Year 6

Cooper - Year 6

Jordan - Year 6

Ariya - Year 6

Chellecee - Year 3

Courtney - Year 5

Sarah - Year 6

Srudiksha - Year 5

Vera - Year 5

Enoch - Year 5

Jadelyn - Year 5

Anjali - Year 6

Maheema - YEar 5

Our kids really are something to be proud of.

Woolworths Earn and Learn

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:15 AEST

Woolworths Earn & Learn is back and it is now easier than ever to earn valuable resources for your local primary school, secondary school or Early Learning Centre. Last year more than 14,500 schools and Early Learning Centres benefited from the program, boosting supplies in classrooms, libraries, music rooms, gymnasiums and science labs.

It's simple to participate. From Wednesday 15th July to Tuesday 8th September 2015, when you shop at Woolworths you can collect Woolworths Earn & Learn Stickers from the checkout operator or through an online order and place them on a Woolworths Earn & Learn Sticker Sheet. There'll be one Woolworths Earn & Learn Sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor, tobacco, and gift cards). Once completed, simply place the Sticker Sheet in the Collection Box, either at your local school or at your local Woolworths.

Special Religious Education Survey

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:14 AEST

Parents and carers wishing to have a say on the delivery of Special Religious Education and Special Ethics Education are invited to complete the parent survey found at http://artd.com.au/sre-see-review

The survey will remain available until 31 July 2015.

Parent Information Session

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:13 AEST

Thank you to the parents and caregivers who attended our Parent Conference on Wednesday night. The evening highlighted the 'Road to Future Learning' journey our school is on, ensuring that our students are developing skills for the 21st century. Parents and carers in attendance had the opportunity to visit a number of innovative learning spaces across the school including the maker room, The Think Tank, open learning classrooms in Kindergarten and Stage 3 and the contemporary classroom of 4/5R. The feedback received from parents during the evening was overwhelmingly positive and we trust that all who attended found the evening worthwhile.

P&C Update

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:13 AEST

P&C EVENING MEETING

The P&C intends to hold an evening meeting once a term during 2015 to give parents and friends of Ingleburn Public School who are unable to attend daytime meetings an opportunity to attend and participate. The first of these meetings was held on Monday 23 February last.

This meeting had a strong attendance of parents and citizens and many ideas were raised and discussed.

The P&C thanks those who attended the evening meeting last month and looks forward to having a strong attendance at its next evening meeting, on Monday 20 April 2015 at 7 pm in the staffroom.

2015 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The Ingleburn Public School's P&C Association's Annual General Meeting was held on Monday 2 March 2015. The P&C's committee for 2015 was elected at this meeting. This year's committee members are:

President: Ros Cresswell

Senior Vice-President: Romina Tinazzi

Junior Vice-President: Melissa Feltham

Treasurer: Sarah Smith

Secretary: Fiona Frame

The P&C thanks those parents and citizens who attended the meeting. The P&C congratulates this year's committee and wishes its members well in their endeavours on behalf of the children of Ingleburn Public School.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

The P&C has an opportunity to conduct two fundraising sausage sizzles over the next month. It has issued a call for volunteers and thanks those who have volunteered already. If you are able to donate some time please return the form with your elected times to help. Once returned, a member of the P&C Committee will contact you and confirm arrangements.

The upcoming sausage sizzle dates are:

Saturday 28 March 2015 (the State election)

Sunday 12 April 2015 (the next market day)

CALL FOR CANTEEN VOLUNTEERS

The Ingleburn Public School Canteen would be unable to run without volunteers. The Canteen is the P&C's, indeed the School's, major fundraiser, with its profits used to fund items and resources for the children of Ingleburn Public School.

If you are able to donate some time and wish to help your child/ren, then please consider helping out in the Canteen. Please contact Kim Russell or Sarah Smith in the Canteen if you are available to assist.

EASTER RAFFLE

The P&C has recently had sent home some raffle tickets for its annual Easter Raffle. The raffle raises money for resources for the children of Ingleburn Public School. The raffle will be drawn and prizes won at the Easter Hat Parade.

Please return sold tickets to the School. More tickets are available at the office. Thank you for your efforts.

UPCOMING P&C EVENTS

Saturday 28 March

- State election fundraising sausage sizzle

Thursday 2 April

- Easter Hat Parade, Easter raffle drawn, prizes to be won

Sunday 12 April

- markets - fundraising sausage sizzle

Monday 20 April

- evening P&C meeting, 7pm in the staffroom

Monday 4 May

- P&C meeting, 9.15am in the staffroom

Wednesday 6 May

- Mothers' Day stall (years K - 2)

Journalism Club- Student News

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:12 AEST

25 students from years 4 to 6 have been working hard at producing a student designed and created newsletter. They have decided to call their newsletter 'The Student Telegraph' and will be produced every week. Please check their paper regularly as more features will be added.

Issue 1: Term 1 Week 4 (pdf 5477 KB)

We're in the News!

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:15 AEST

Check out the article below on our school.

http://www.macarthuradvertiser.com.au/story/2726847/new-directions-for-ingleburn-public/?cs=1437

#KidMeetSWS

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:13 AEST

The First Ever KidMeet: A Success?

What happens when 6 genius classes from 3 creative schools, meet and present to each other? Does it create a fantastic day of learning where students learn from each other?

On the 13^th of October 3/4B and 5/6U went to Mount Prichard East Public School. Glenwood Public School arrived shortly after us. We then went to the hall there we were given note taking paper, a pen and a label with our name and school on it. Everything had the #KidMeetSWS logo on it which was decided through a competition which I won. First we played a bingo-type game where we had to ask people questions like ‘are you in year 3?'. We were not allowed to ask students from our own school questions or ask the same student twice.

Next we did the presentations. We had one presentation from each school running at a time which was referred to as a session. We had 4 sessions before lunch. Some of the topics were: how to make your own computer game, how to speak French, lightning strikes, Antarctica and the solar system.

For lunch we had a delicious sausage sizzle and we were allowed to play in the big field but about 5 minutes to the end it started raining so we sat under the shelter and talked.

After lunch we had an activity where we had to build a structure strong enough to hold a packet of paper in groups of six (2 from each school). We then had 2 more sessions. At the end schools exchanged gifts to say thank you.

Was #kidmeetSWS a success? To me it was a great success.

Written by Maheema B in 3/B

2015 Kindergarten Orientation

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:11 AEST

The Kindy orientation will be held on Wednesday 29th October between 5-6pm in the hall. Parents of the 2015 kindergarten students will have the opportunity to find out important information regarding Best Start assessments, uniform, P&C, banking and more.

Important Dates:

Parent Information Session: Wednesday 29 October 5-6pm

Student Visit 1: Thursday 30 October 9.30-10.30am

Student Visit 2: Thursday 6 November 9.30-10.30am

Student Visit 3: Thursday 13 November 9.30-10.30am

Each visit of our Kindergarten Program is extremely important. We encourage children to attend each session of the program. Children become more comfortable in the school setting as the program progresses, and as a result our teachers are able to bond with your child and gain detailed insight of the skills your child brings to school.

Healthy Canteen Committee

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:12 AEST

HEALTHY CANTEEN COMMITTEE

At Ingleburn Public School we are currently looking at ways to improve the health and nutritional knowledge of our students, parents and the wider community. As part of this process, we are undertaking a revamp of the canteen menu, structure and operating system to make it more health friendly. We are looking for anyone who is interested in being part of this exciting process and value your knowledge and input in relation to the changes we can make. Whether you're a parent, carer, grandparent, nutritionist, health officer, dietician or a member of the community who is passionate about health, we welcome your attendance at our first ‘Healthy Canteen Committee' meeting to be held on Thursday 30 October 2014 in the Ingleburn Public School Staffroom at 3.15pm. Please bring along any ideas you have which would benefit our school, we look forward to seeing you there.

IPS Healthy Lifestyle Committee and P and C

Stage 2 Powerhouse Excursion

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:14 AEST

A Fantastic Stage 2 Space Excursion
Recount by Aglaya and Grace

Stage two went on a space excursion to the wonderful Powerhouse museum in the city. First, the lucky people went on a bus ride filled with laughter to the museum. After that we had a quick crunch and sip as everyone was excited to see the spectacular exhibitions.

Soon enough we saw the cars of the past. They were absolutely splendid as the ancient cars reminded the teachers of what their grandparents used to drive in. We even saw a car or should I say limousine of what kings or the queen's chauffeur used to drive them in.

We went to a machine that used to make beer. That's right a beer engine run by horsepower. The awesome machine weighs a colossal thirty-three TONNES. It is the oldest working engine in the whole wide WORLD.

Soon after, the iconic Strasburg Clock, which of course nobody could forget came into view. After that we sat down and listened to the explanation as the awesome clock moved.

Then we looked at the amazing exhibit of the new and improved machines in the future like new sneakers.

Next the fortunate people of 3/4B came to look at the things the people used in the past like steam engines and water pumps, also a bright red train.

After the things of the past we paid another visit to the beer making machine that started working using man and steam power.

After a bit of walking to get recess around we came to the fantastic park. Where everybody got at least a bit dizzy.

Next we checked out the dancing robot where we played some head banging rock. The gross thing was we saw a REAL HUMAN BRAIN!!!

That's where we met up with the so called ‘Captain Chip' all the way from NASA. We learnt the ways to go toilet and how to shower in space. Last on our tour was the zero gravity room and there were a few side effects. We also travelled through time with a space race where Team USA versed Team RUSSIA, can you guess who won?

Father's Day Breakfast

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:12 AEST

Wednesday 3rd September 2014

Thank you to everyone who came along and enjoyed the Father's Day Breakfast BBQ. It was pleasing to see so many fathers and grandfathers come along to share some special time with their children.

Baker's Delight Ingleburn donated all of the bread and also their time to cook the BBQ. Over $600 was raised which is a wonderful profit for our school.

Author Illustrator Visit

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:11 AEST

Author/Illustrator Workshop for Book Week.

Students in 3-6 were invited to enter a writing competition on the topic 'Imagination'. 40 creative students earned a place in the workshop with visiting author Patricia Bernard and comic book illustrator Chewie. During the morning workshop students were taught how to become professional writers. After recess Chewie quided students with techniques to help them with drawing cartoon characers with proportion and settings, as well as how to add interesting character traits.

More photos from the workshops are in the gallery.

KidMeet

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 22:08:13 AEST

Miss Bell and Miss Morley joined teachers from Mount Pritchard East and Glenwood primary schools in travelling around to the 3 schools to present to groups of students. Students in 3456UB had a great time learning from the guest teachers and they are looking forward to the big day next term where students will meet and present their own learning to the other schools.