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Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 19:01:28 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 13:19:26 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 16:36:54 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 17:07:02 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 14:24:54 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 13:36:39 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 11:23:12 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 11:42:55 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.

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 14:06:47 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

Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 11:37:56 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 12:23:53 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.

Your NAPLAN questions answered

Thu, 09 May 2019 15:13:58 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

Apply now for My Community Project funding

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 15:09:53 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 15:16:56 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.

5 road safety tips for parents and carers

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:21:34 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 14:59:02 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

2019 school budget allocations

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:24:22 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.

Premier highlights the value of public education

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 11:09:08 AEST

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

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 11:09:08 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."

More new classrooms, preschool places and teachers in $17.3 billion education budget

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 11:09:08 AEST

Treasurer Dominic Perrottet, Education Minister Rob Stokes and Early Childhood Minister Sarah Mitchell outlined a range of new initiatives funded by the $17.3 billion education budget in 2018 to 2019.

The government will be investing $6 billion over the next four years to deliver more than 170 new and upgraded schools, including planning for more than 20 new projects.

"We are proud to be making this unprecedented investment into the future of our children," Mr Perrottet said.

"This year's NSW Budget takes our already record school building program to another level – a massive 170 schools new and upgraded schools over the next four years.

"That brings our total schools building program to 230 new and upgraded schools since 2011."

"The NSW Liberals and Nationals Government's strong financial management has allowed us to invest so heavily in our schools and education system."

Mr Stokes said communities right across NSW will benefit from this record investment into education.

"NSW is experiencing an increase in school enrolments and we have in place an unprecedented program of investment in new and upgraded schools to meet this demand," Mr Stokes said.

A staged investment of $500 million is being allocated to provide cooling for schools, while improving the indoor environmental quality, through the installation of smart and sustainable air conditioning systems powered by solar energy.

In another landmark initiative, NSW will become the first Australian state to provide universal access to community preschool for 3 year olds under a $197.8 million program.

"Because of this historic investment, average daily fees will decrease significantly and the savings will go directly back into the pockets of hard working families," Mrs Mitchell said.

This brings total spending on early childhood education to $474.3 million in 2018 to 2019.

Other education investment in the 2018 to 2019 NSW budget includes:

$160 million to be spent in 2018-19 to continue its blitz on planned school maintenance, part of a record $747 million investment over four years.
$71.8 million to implement the literacy and numeracy strategy in NSW schools.
$50 million in additional flexible funding will be provided to government schools to implement the school leadership strategy - freeing up principals and school leaders from administrative work.
$3 million for the first comprehensive review of the entire school curriculum since 1989.
$2.8 million to encourage the preservation and study of Aboriginal languages.
$30 million to continue to deliver greater access to green space and sports facilities in public school playgrounds through the 'share our space' program.
Funding for around 900 extra full-time equivalent teaching positions in NSW government schools.

The NSW Government will also invest $1.3 billion on non-government schools, an increase of 7.5% on 2017 to 2018. This includes a $32 million increase in the building grants assistance scheme over four years for capital works projects to support enrolment growth in non-government schools.

The record $17.3 billion investment in education allocates $15.7 billion for recurrent expenses and $1.6 billion for capital investment in 2018 to 2019.

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Lakelands school hats

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 11:39:49 AEST

All students will receive a new hat this week to ensure they are kept safe from the sun

Test news

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 11:28:06 AEST

There is never a dull moment at our school. Make sure you are here everyday to enjoy the full benefits.

COLOUR RUN

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:51 AEST

Lakelands Public School 2017 Fundraiser

Our school community and students are very excited to be part of the preparations for the 'Colour Run' - which is taking place on Friday 25th August, 2017

Sponsorship collections have already started. All funds raised will be used to purchase learning resources for the students.

'Runner Packs' will be available to purchase on the day. Money and sponsorship forms due back to school no later than Friday 8th September, 2017

FREE Fruit & Veg Workshop

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:56 AEST

We would love you to join us at Lakelands Public School on 19th June, 2017 8:45am - 10:15am. The Cancer Council are providing this free workshop to our school community. Please register your interest to attend by 13th June, 2017 at the schools front office.

K-2 Easter 'Eggibition'

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:53 AEST

We would like to invite parents and carers to celebrate Easter wish us. Thursday 6th April at 12:45pm

Kindergarten students will be able to show off their Easter Hats in the parade. Year 1 and 2 students will have prepared an item to present to you on the day and there will be an 'Art Gallery' of students work to be enjoyed. You are all welcome to stay for a picnic lunch with the children under the COLA. We are all very excited and hope you can join us.

iDo Illawarra Disability Options Expo

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:53 AEST

Will be held on Thursday March 9th, 2017 at the Fraternity Club, Fairy Meadow from 12noon to 6pm.

Parents and carers of children with disabilities may like to attend. Visit the iDo Illawarra Disability Options Facebook page for more information and click the attend forums link to register your interest. There will also be two sessions featuring NDIS community forums from 10-2pm and 6-9pm.

Anti Bully Day

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:50 AEST

Anti-Bully Day

On Monday 6th March, 2016 - All Lakelands Public School students will be participating in Antibullying activites. Starrs productions will be presenting 'Jo Solo' The show will be held in the school hall at no cost to the students. The school will be funding the performance for all students.

Day for Daniel

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:52 AEST

On 28th October, 2016 we are having a mufti day to raise awareness of children's safety.

Children are invited to wear red and bring along a gold coin donation. We will have an awareness walk around our school and invite parents and family to join us at 2:30pm.

Does your child suffer anxiety or stress ?

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:52 AEST

A Mental Health & Wellbeing Technology Workshop is to be held at Lakelands School on Thursday 8th September at 8:30am

Mr Penno and Miss Mallam will be running a workshop for parents about various websites and phone apps that can assist children with anxiety or stress. They will also be showiing some Apps that can be used to improve the wellbeing of the whole family.

This will be a very relaxed session and a great opportunity to learn about all the amazing free resources available. The session will be held in Mr Penno's classroom. No need to book - please come along.

FREE PARENTING PROGRAM

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:52 AEST

Family Services Illawarra together with Lakelands Public School will be hosting a FREE 6 week Parenting Program for Mums, Dads and Carers.

Bookings are essential

Every Friday 12th August - 16th September

Time: 9:30am - 11:30am

We hope to see lots of our Parents and Carers take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.

Parent Reading Information Session

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:55 AEST

We are holding an information session for parents who are interested in helping their child with reading. The strategies you will be shown will also assist you if you are a helper in the classroom.

The session will be held on Friday 29th July at 2.00pm, in the Reading Recovery room (library if sufficient numbers).

Please register your attendance with Karen Cartmill, Reading Recovery/ Learning and Support Teacher- karen.cartmill@det.nsw.edu.au

Healthy Harold visiting our school

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:53 AEST

All of our students will visit the Healthy Harold Van in our school over the next week. They will be learning about food and nutrition, personal safety, physical activity, cyber safety, safety with medicine and legal drugs; tobacco, alcohol and caffeine.

They will gain skills to develop relationship skills, positive communication, problem solving and decision making.

KidsMatter

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:53 AEST

'Every Place has a Face'

Here it is - the wonderful photo taken by Graham Stewart, Science Teacher from Kanahooka High School. Mr Stewart steered the drone above Lakelands Public School to capture a wonderful afternoon of fun. Thank you to all of our staff, students, stall holders and families for helping us celebrate our KidsMatter Community BBQ.

Lakelands Radio Show

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:54 AEST

Our school will be trialling their very own radio show this Term. This will be a radio station that is run by Lakelands students for Lakelands Students.

Selected students will be able to develop and refine a wide range of skills, such as public speaking, organisation, quick thinking, creative ideas and working collaboratively. The whole school will be able to enjoy the radio show at lunch time.

The Stage 3 students will work with Mr Penno to plan out their Talk Time, ads, music, special guests and competitions. Other students may be involved for one off activities, but all will be planned previously.

Listen out for more information about this shortly !!

Mothers Day Stall

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:54 AEST

We hope all our mums and carers enjoyed their special treats on Mothers Day.

The children had a wonderful time choosing from the excellent range of gifts.

Thank you to P & C for organising a very successful Mothers Day Stall.

KidsMatter - School Community BBQ

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:53 AEST

Free Sausage Sizzle - Friday 26th February

We would like to welcome our families to a BBQ at school on Friday 26th February 2:50pm - 4:00pm.

Our P & C are kindly going to be 'cooking up a storm' with a free sausage sizzle provided.

It will be a wonderful opportunity to say hello to Staff and Parents and to celebrate the start of a positive school year ahead at Lakelands Public School.

Please come and join us on the school oval. We look forward to seeing you there.

Permission to Publish

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:55 AEST

Students would have received a note home.

Could you please return this Permission to Publish note to their classroom teacher as soon as possible.

Thank you

Day for Daniel - Thank you for your support

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:51 AEST

On Friday the 30th of October Lakelands students participated in the Day for Daniel event. Students enjoyed lessons that taught them all about how to stay safe in a variety of situations. Students and the community were invited to join in for our awareness walk around the school, we had a great afternoon. Together we raised over $363 !! Well done and thank you to everyone who joined in. Mr Penno

Congratulations - Two Lakelands Public School Students are finalists in the Kidzwish Competition

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:51 AEST

In the holidays students from years 4-6 were asked to participate in the Make A Wish Art Competition. They were asked what they aspired to be. We are thrilled to announce that Lakelands won a huge BIC prize pack! We would also like to congratulate Dewi T. (Year 4) and Cassidy C. (Year 6) for being announced as finalists. They have both made the top 30, out of everyone who entered from around the country.

Day for Daniel - 30th October - Mufti Day

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:51 AEST

Lakelands will be participating in the Day For Daniel. Throughout the day students will learn about how to stay safe. They will participate in engaging lessons that will teach them how to recognise, react and report danger. We are asking students to wear red and bring a gold coin donation for the Daniel Morcombe foundation. Thank you.

Fruit and Veg Month

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:52 AEST

We are dedicated to educating Lakelands students all about healthy lifestyles to ensure all students have an opportunity to a great and healthy life. Throughout the month we will be running a variety of activities and initiatives to encourage students to learn about Fruits and Vegetables. Ask the children at home what they have been eating at school ....

Fathers Day Fun - Thanks for coming

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:52 AEST

2/3M, 3/4A & 4 C Welcomed Dads and Carers for a fun afternoon of activities.

The children were very happy to show off their school and sporting skills with their dads this afternoon.

They enjoyed some fun activities. Handball, frisbee football and tug a war were some of the favourites.

The children presented their dads with a handmade gift and thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon.

Symbio Wildlife Park

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:57 AEST

Our Kindergarten Students enjoyed the sunshine on a day out full of fun and adventure.

The students and teachers were all very excited to spend the day exploring and learning about the animals at Symbio. They were kept very busy with feeding the kangaroos and reptile shows. Have a look at the Symbio Photo Album for more action shots.

The children are congratulated for their excellent behaviour.

Kids Matter Launch on 11th September

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:53 AEST

Kidsmatter is a mental health and wellbeing framework which is being launched at Lakelands Public School on 11th September. The program has proven to make a positive difference to the lives of Australian Children. It is centred on building positive relationships with students, families and staff. Our launch will be at 2:30 with a Paper Plane display and will move into a relaxed picnic afternoon with free activities for all the family. This is sure to be a wonderful event which will strengthen existing relationships between our school and our community. We look forward to sharing the afternoon with you.

Fathers Day Fun

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:52 AEST

2/3M, 3/A and 4C would like to invite fathers/carers to celebrate Fathers Day on Friday 4th September, 2015

Come along and enjoy a picnic and participate in some sport activities with your child. The children also have some suprises for you. Activities commence at 12:30pm and will include time for lunch. A note has gone home and we hope to see you here.

Public Speaking 2015

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:56 AEST

Our students showed off a wide range of their Public Speaking Skills. They entertained our visitors Cassandra & Adam from Toastmasters. Nikita (KP), Calista (2/3M), Emma (4C), and Holly (5/6K) all were chosen to compete at the Dapto Learning Communities Public Speaking competition.

Congratulations to Emma who won the Stage 2 competition and to everyone who participated.

District Athletics

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:51 AEST

Our qualifying athletes enjoyed the sunshine at the District Athletics carnival at Beaton Park.

The children showed great sportsmanship and competed hard in all of their events. Six of our students qualified for the Regional Athletics Carnival in Canberra including Nakia who was also champion of her age group.

Nakiah, Bailey, Jed, Sommer, Jacob and Jordan all qualified for Canberra next week.

Naidoc Week

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:54 AEST

Lakelands Students representing Naidoc Week

Our students worked hard in the garden to prepare it for our colourful display of hands. Each hand represents a student from our school and makes a beautiful display to celebrate Naidoc Week.

Athletics Carnival

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:50 AEST

Athletics Carnival 2015

Our Athletics Carnival was held at Dapto High School for 2015. For some students, it was their first time on a bus. All students were given the opportunity to run in a race on the main athletics track. Stage 1 students enjoyed rotational activities. They threw gumboots, beanbags and javelin vortexes, used the parachute, went in sack races, jumped and ran through an obstacle course and tried to walk using caterpillar straps. Older students participated in the track and field events including; high jump, long jump; shot put; 100m race; 200m race and 800m race. Thank you to all the parents/carers who came along to help and support the children.

Stage 2 Bike Safety Excursion

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:56 AEST

Stage 2 students enjoyed Lake Illawarra PCYC Bike Safety Park

The sun was shining and there were lots of smiles whilst the children participated in a fun and informative day. They enjoyed a DVD on cycle safety and road rules. They were taught to cross the road safely and adjust their bikes and helmets themselves. The children were able to practice their new skills with a guided Cycle Way tour and Simulated Road and Skills Course.

SRC Assembly

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:56 AEST

Gold !

Hard work, consistent effort and excellent behaviour have helped these girls achieve their Gold Certificate at this weeks SRC Assembly.

Muffins with Mums - A great success

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:54 AEST

Stage 2 students hosted an afternoon with their Mums, Nans, Aunts and Carers on Friday 8th May.

A huge thank you to all that could attend. Along with devouring the scrumptious muffins the students enjoyed reading and sharing some work with their special guests.

Easter Hat Parade 2015

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:52 AEST

All of our stage 1 students were extremely creative with their Easter Hats today. What a wonderful display of colour. Parents enjoyed the childrens parade. They were lucky to finish off the morning with an Easter Egg Hunt. Thank you to Mrs Alexander for organising this morning of fun. Enjoy the holidays.

SRC and Sports Captains 2015

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:56 AEST

Congratulations to our new SRC Members and Sports Captains for 2015. It was wonderful to see these students receive their new badges at a special induction ceremony. We look forward to these selected students demonstrating their leadership skills.

Learn to Lead

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:54 AEST

Learn to Lead Program -

24 of our stage 3 students enjoyed visiting Dapto High School. It was a wonderful experience for them to join together with other Years 5 - 8 students from neighbouring schools. They were exposed to many different sports and activities. We had lots of positive feedback about the day.

Thank you P & C for our new school hats

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:57 AEST

Hats, hats and more hats !

Our children are sun safe thanks to a P & C initiative to introduce our very own school hats. The P & C have kindly donated a new hat to each of our students. The new hats come in 2 styles 1) cap and 2) bucket hat. If you need to order a new hat they are available from our uniform shop Wednesday morning 8:30am - 9:00am. Thanks again P & C they look amazing.

Anti-bullying Show

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:50 AEST

Anti-bullying Show comes to Lakelands

Our K-6 students enjoyed the Starrs Production 'Return of the Bully'.

Students learnt strategies to deal with bullying without retaliation.

Enrol now for Kindergarten 2015

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:52 AEST

Enrolments for Kindergarten 2015 are now being taken.

Please come to the school and pick up an enrolment form or contact by phone on 4261 1540 or email lakelands-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au and one will be sent to you.

2015 Kindergarten Orientation dates

Friday October 17 - 9am-10.15am in the school hall

Friday October 24 - 9am-10.15am in the school hall

Friday October 31 - 9am-10.15am in the school hall

PARENT ONLINE PAYMENTS - POP

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:55 AEST

Parent online payments can be made using either a VISA or MASTERCARD credit or debit card.

Its as simple as clicking on the 'Make a Payment' tab located in the bar at the top of the Lakelands School website page. This link takes you to the secure westpac payment page.

When you access the secure payment site there are some mandortary fields required.

students name
students date of birth
payment description
invoice number - if known or provided by the school
payee details & credit card details
payments per one student at a time

Please note;

There is also an option to enter the Student Registration Number (SRN) this field is not relevant to Lakelands Public School.

Student and payee details are required each time you make a payment, as student information and payee information is not held within the payment system.

Payee details are not passed back to the school.
Payments made prior to 6pm, will show the following day on the school westpac statement and matched against your childs account.

Click on link below for step by step instructions.

'How to make a payment' (pdf 1130 KB)

Lakelands After School Care

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:53 AEST

Lakelands After School Care (pdf 337 KB)

SIMF 2013

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:56 AEST

Congratulations! Well done everyone! This year's SIMF choir was an outstanding success. The children sang beautifully and were extremely well behaved. Thank you children, parents and staff for your effort and support .

Value Commitment

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:57 AEST

Over the next two weeks we explore our fourth "5C" virtue- commitment. Without commitment we drift along with little idea of where we are heading. We often change our minds and give up easily if things get too hard. We can also break our word and give up on people we care about if they disappoint us or make a mistake. When we are committed, people can count on us to keep our promises and we can achieve great things.

Swimming Scheme Years 3-6 2010

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:57 AEST

Swimming Scheme 2010 for Years 3-6

This year's swimming scheme will begin on Monday the 22nd November and finish on Friday 3rd December 2010.

The cost is $46.00 for the two weeks which includes transport to and from the pool, entry at the pool and all lessons.

I am sure all the parents see the importance of their child learning the correct swimming techniques and water safety procedures. Children will be taught by Auswim trained teachers in small groups looking to greatly improve their water confidence and swimming ability.

Microsoft Project 2010

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:55:54 AEST

View Animations created by the brilliant students in 4S.

http://www.lakelands-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/sws/view/1527548.node

The children have learned how to use the animation program Marvin to create stories about their local environment.

An example of a background photo taken by the students on their walking excursion