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At Thomas Acres Public School we value respect, responsibility, co-operation, pride, and honesty.

Thomas Acres Public School features programs which are of high intellectual quality and centered on student engagement. The school's core values are Honesty, Pride, Cooperation, Responsibility, and Respect. These core values underpin a curriculum focused on Literacy, Numeracy, and Student Empowerment programs.

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Thursday

October

Colour Run - P&C fundraiser

Date: 17 October
Time: 1:55-2:55 PM
Location: School

Dear Parents and Carers, Thank you so much for supporting our school to be the best it can be, especially through fundraising. This term we are fundraising for new permanent soccer goals with a Colour Explosion School Run 4 Fun with Australian Fundraising! The Colour Explosion School Run 4 Fun will be on Thursday 17th October 2024. Please make sure students wear a WHITE shirt and closed in shoes. All student who raise a minimum of $10, either online or in cash on the day, will be given free sunglasses and a rainbow headband for the event Students will be covered in non-toxic, biodegradable colour powder from head to toe. Colour Powder is made of high-quality corn starch and permitted food colours. Safety data sheet is available upon request. How Do We Fundraise? Fundraising for our Colour Explosion School Run 4 Fun is primarily online. Follow the instructions in your child’s sponsorship booklet to create a cybersafe, online profile page at www.australianfundraising.com.au. At the end of the fundraiser either order prizes to receive or donate to a cause – Carbon Neutral (tree planting), Great Barrier Reef Foundation (coral planting or turtle protection), The Smith Family (reading support) or OzHarvest (providing meals). Monty Incentive Prizes! Online Golden Coins – complete fun online tasks to redeem an extra $75 towards your prize credit. Monty Hatching Egg: Achieve all virtual badges on online platform Monty Backpack: Highest fundraising student in each class will go into the draw to win Monty Scented Pencil: Every student who creates a profile page in first 7 days Monty Pencil Case: Raise $200 or more online 30cm Monty Plush + Champions Medallion: Highest fundraising student in each school For further information, please contact TAPS P&C via our Facebook or email. Thomas Acres P&C

Wednesday

October

Stage 3 Camp at the TOPS

Date: 23-25 October
Time: 8:30 AM-2:55 PM
Location: The TOPS Conference Centre - 51 Bendena Garden, Stanwell Tops NSW 250

Camp provides a fun, educational and safe experience for children through activities that are positive, challenging and engaging. It also creates lasting, fond memories for students and helps them develop independence and confidence as they begin their transition to high school. Please note that due to the limited accommodation available at the TOPS Conference Centre, Stage 3 Camp is limited to the first 100 students who pay their deposit by the due date below. A deposit of $50.00 is required and must be received by Thursday, 30 May 2024. Please remember there are limited places. The remaining balance of $300.00 may be paid in instalments. However, the full amount MUST be settled no later than Wednesday, 16 October 2024. Remember to check to see if you have credit as this can be used towards this event. Further details regarding camp will be sent home later in the year.

Wednesday

October

Transition to Kindy

Date: 23 October
Time: 1:50-2:50 PM
Location: School library

In 2024, Transition will happen on Wednesday afternoons during term 3, from 1:50-2:50 in the school library for children intending to begin Kindergarten in 2025. Families should meet our qualified teaching staff at the train station area at the front of the school by 1:50 pm. The children will walk to the library together to participate in songs, stories and other 'big school' activities. Children can be collected from the library door at 2:50 pm. Parents and/or caregivers must remain on school grounds during the session, however, we kindly ask you to stay in the train station area to allow your children to adjust to the school environment with more independence. This is a great opportunity to make contact with personnel such as the school counselor or administration staff to complete enrollment as needed, and to get to know other parents! Please note there will be additional information and orientation sessions during term 4 to help you understand Kindergarten and school life, as well as assist with how you can help your child at home with their learning. Enrol here to attend Thomas Acres Public School's 'Transition to Kindy' group in 2024.

Monday

October

Sibling photos

Date: 28 October
Time: 8:00-8:55 AM
Location: School hall

Sibling photo package - $22 If you like your children to have a sibling photo, please collect a payment envelope from the office. Please note that payments cannot be made via Sentral for Parents App. CREDIT (formerly known as Fees in Advance) cannot be used for school or sibling photos. Payments must be made directly to GS Imaging either:- Online payment CASH (exact amount in payment envelope handed in on the day) Please bring your envelope in on the day and give it directly to photographers. No payment envelopes are to be handed to the school office. Students must be accompanied by their parents or carers.

Monday

October

Year 6 graduation photo

Date: 28 October
Time: 9:00-10:00 AM
Location: School Hall

Year 6 Graduation Photos – A Special Keepsake! We are thrilled to announce that GS Imaging will be capturing professional photographs of our Year 6 students as part of their exclusive graduation package! These treasured mementos will be presented to students at the Year 6 Farewell, making it an unforgettable occasion. Please note that the photos will not be available for individual sale, so this is truly a one-time opportunity. To ensure your child is included, please make every effort for them to attend school on this day. Unfortunately, due to time constraints, there will be no additional photo sessions for students who are absent. What to wear: Full school uniform Girls are encouraged to wear their hair in a low style, as all students will don graduation caps and gowns for this memorable moment. For any questions or further information, please contact Ms Houlton on 4626 4577.

Tuesday

October

Stage 3 First Nations students - Heartbeat excursion

Date: 29 October
Time: 9:00 AM-2:50 PM
Location: Western Sydney Univerity - Narellan Rd & Gilchrist Dr, Campbelltown NSW 2560 | Ph. 9852 5222

First Nations students in Year 5 and 6 (Stage 3) will take part in a free Heartbeat excursion held at Western Sydney University. Heartbeat raises students’ awareness of their well-being, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander related health issues and inspires them to consider careers in medicine, health and science. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture is also embedded in the program and delivered by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, staff, students and a range of community and industry partners.