HouseNews - Pittwater House School

VACATION CARE – A YEAR IN REVIEW
AS 2012 comes to a close for the school community I wanted to express my gratitude to all teachers – particularly the
ECC team – who have been such an open and welcoming group of people. It has been such a gift to share in their
passion for working with children and seeing them grow and learn about themselves and the world around them. I
would also like to thank Agustina for always coming to work with a smile and being so passionate about the
development of all children.
Holiday clubs are open for December and start back again on January 14 next year in the lead up to first term next
year. I encourage all families to plan ahead and pick the days you wish to use the service. Head to the following link
for information on each day and the activities planned: http://www.campaustralia.com.au/parents/holiday-club-finder
In closing I want to thank all families for their support of the OSHC program this year. It’s been so enriching for me to
be part of and caring for your children truly is a gift.
See you all in 2013...
Highlights for 2012 (look for lots of photos and discussion in the 2012 Pittwaterman).
The children designed a sports stadium. The cardboard model took all term to make with many valuable
contributions. The stadium was officially opened at the end of Term 3 with speeches and a naming ceremony.
The love of cooking...started with pancakes and is looking unlikely to end! The program now sees the older children
leading the activities and helping the younger children. They all keep me on my toes finding new recipes!
Lots of games and activities, including treasure hunts etc. The children always come up with interesting ideas. Paper
planes never get old!
Mr Michael Lee, Coordinator
Secondary School News
FROM THE HEAD OF GRAMMAR
I experienced some of the community spirit over the weekend; spending time at the “Festival at the House” followed
by the Year 10 Formal at the Harbord Diggers. On both occasions it was wonderful to see students outside the ‘formal’
School environment and having fun with their families and friends. These are the type of events that bring the School
community together and we all owe a huge debt of gratitude to the parents and planning committees responsible for
organising such tremendous occasions.
The yearly examinations are now complete and students will have exams returned to them and responses analysed. It
is important that they reflect on their results and decide on goals and changes to implement before the next set of
exams. Teachers comments in the reports that are sent home are also vital for improvements in results.
Our sister school in Japan, Chiba Keiai, are sending two students on an exchange program in late March next year.
Two Year 10 boys will join us for a week to experience Australian life. I am looking for host families for the boys and
would appreciate assistance from any families who would like to entertain these young men. We will be sending a
group of our students across to Japan at some time so this would be a good time to make acquaintances.
HouseNews Issue 2012 / 21 Page 7 of 14