Possums Patch Mt Vic- Connect CFS in Mount Victoria, New South Wales | Primary School

Possums Patch Mt Vic- Connect CFS

Locality: Mount Victoria, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4787 1202

Address: 107 Great Western Highway 2786 Mount Victoria, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.connectcfs.org.au/

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24.01.2022 Child starting school next year? Community Health promotes 4 major checks BEFORE children start school (i) StEPS (Statewide Eyesight Preschool Screening Program) free vision screening for 4 year olds This is usually done through Preschool or Child Care Centre.... In case your child has missed out you can phone 4730 5100 to book an appointment (ii) 4 year old Developmental Check in the Blue Book (connected to the Family tax Benefit Part A) Contact Springwood Child & Family Health Service for an appointment ph 1800 222 608 (iii) Immunisation up to date! (iv) Dental Check up Oral Health Centre Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District Free dental care for children under 18 years of age on Medicare card ph: 4734 2387

24.01.2022 Dear families, Im just letting you know were able to extend our numbers at Heatherbrae and we can now have 14 people here, including children, at any one time.... Im still asking people to book, which I know doesnt work for many of you, life with children being so unpredictable - it just avoids having to be turned away if you come and weve reached our limit. Hopefully this will change again soon. Please dont worry if youve booked and then cant come at the last minute, just let us know. Please feel free to ring just before each time slot to see if there are spaces. The number is 4759 1462. The times are: 9.30-12.00 and 1.00-3.30 Monday to Thursday 1.00 3.30 Wednesday 9.30-12.00 Friday. 10.00-12.00 Saturday Dads and Kids Playgroup The group for first time parents with babies under 12 months is meeting 10.00-12.00 every Wednesday. Book with Liz on 0422 733 224 Were asking you to fill in the following declaration: COVID-19 Health Declaration This declaration must be completed honestly. If children or adults have any of the following symptoms which cannot be adequately explained (eg child has asthma) they will not be allowed to enter the service. I declare that: I/my child have not visited any locations listed by NSW Health- https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates as requiring self isolation in the last 14 days. I have not been in contact with a confirmed case of Covid-19 in the last 14 days. I am healthy/my child is healthy and we do not have any of the following symptoms of coronavirus: fever (defined as temperatures above 38C) flu-like symptoms such as coughing, sore throat and fatigue shortness of breath

24.01.2022 Weve seen a few people asking if certain payments are taxable and what is required for tax purposes or income estimates. This video will help you understand a ...few payments. You can also see a list of taxable payments here: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au//centrelink-/whats-it Please be aware were working on an update so you can nominate a percentage or an amount youd like deducted from your Coronavirus Supplement as tax.

24.01.2022 SNAICC is proud to launch: We are the Elders of tomorrow National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Childrens Day 4 August 2020 by Vision Division Feat...uring young Wurundjeri and Kalkadoon warrior Jedda with Wurundjeri Elder Aunty D. Music Freedom featuring Archie Roach by Mau Power Thank you to all of the young Elders of tomorrow for sharing your voice, Lullas Children and Family Centre, Koori Kindermanna Preschool and Maningrida families Look out for more videos across the month. #EldersofTomorrow #StrongInCulture Go to: https://aboriginalchildrensday.com.au to find out more

18.01.2022 We had a chat with Andrew Fuller renowned child psychologist and author, this video came from the question "What should parents focus on with children studying ...at home?" This short video is a must for all parents left a little dazed and confused with home based schooling. The Big 3 - with Andrew Fuller #homeschooling #parentshomeschooling #AndrewFuller #helpfuladvicetoparents

18.01.2022 Hi All can you please share with all you can around the world and here at home. Lets all help create a better future for Generations to come xox

17.01.2022 It’s World Teachers Day today- we are grateful for the teachers who taught us, who we work beside every day and the teachers we may inspire inside our classrooms

16.01.2022 Seven new cases of COVID-19 were diagnosed in the 24 hours to 8pm last night, and one previous case has now been excluded following further investigation, bring...ing the total number of cases in NSW to 3,987. Testing numbers have dropped over the past two weeks, which is a concern particularly in areas like South Western, Western and South Eastern Sydney. Of the seven new cases to 8pm last night: Three are overseas travellers in hotel quarantine One is from Victoria in hotel quarantine Two are locally acquired and linked to a known case or cluster One is locally acquired with their source still under investigation One new case is a household contact of a previous case linked to Concord Hospital. One new case is a healthcare worker at Liverpool Hospital. Source investigations are still ongoing and contact tracing is underway. One new case is a returned NSW resident from Victoria. All passengers on the same flight from Victoria into Sydney are in hotel quarantine. NSW Health can also advise a new additional case has now been confirmed in a student of Blue Mountains Grammar school. The school is now closed while further tracing and cleaning is undertaken. This case will be included in tomorrows official numbers. While the number of locally acquired cases recorded in the past 24 hours is low, the virus is likely circulating among people in the community with mild symptoms. As such, the risk of outbreaks and a resurgence of cases remains. NSW Health is again urging anyone feeling unwell even with the mildest of symptoms such as a runny nose or scratchy throat to come forward and get tested, so cases in the community are identified as quickly as possible. This is even more important with the upcoming school holidays, when people will travel across the state. Locations linked to known cases, advice on testing and isolation, and areas identified for increased testing can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates. NSW Health is treating 86 COVID-19 cases, including six in intensive care, three of whom are being ventilated. Eighty-six per cent of cases being treated by NSW Health are in non-acute, out-of-hospital care. COVID-19 testing clinics can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics, or call your GP.

14.01.2022 Explore our brand-new website ahead of this years National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Childrens Day on 4 August. The website provides children, fa...milies and early childhood educators with resources, activities and ideas to help you learn about and celebrate Childrens Day. Visit Aboriginalchildrensday.com.au Embrace Childrens Day 2020 and find innovative ways to mark this special day, whether at your early years service, school or with your family at home. #EldersOfTomorrow #StrongInCulture

11.01.2022 The NSW Government is strongly encouraging NSW citizens to wear a mask in high-risk settings to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in NSW. Wearing a face mask... provides an additional physical barrier to protect the community and help reduce community transmission. Continue to practise physical distancing, wash your hands regularly and if you are unwell stay in and get tested. For more information about the protection that masks provide against COVID-19 visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/media-/health-advice-update-on-masks

11.01.2022 The Knit-Wits of Blackheath have generously donated beautiful hand knitted items for fundraising for Blackheath Area Neighbourhood Centre. There are beanies, sc...arves, gloves and baby clothes available at low cost. Come in and have a look! Monday to Thursday 9.30-12.30 & 1.30-4.30 Friday 9.30-12.30 Gardiner Crescent, Blackheath See more

11.01.2022 It’s time to prepare your Emergency Survival Kit for bush fire season. The seven essential items to pack in your Survival Kit are; a portable battery-operated r...adio; a waterproof torch; spare batteries; a first aid kit with manual; woollen blankets; emergency contact numbers; drinking water. Add cash and credit cards; medications and toiletries; special requirements for children, the disabled or the elderly; a mobile phone and charger; important documents; and a change of clothes for everyone before you leave. Don’t forget to prepare for your pets too. Head over to myfireplan.com.au to learn more. https://www.myfireplan.com.au/leave-earlyyour- safest-choice/important-items-checklist See more

11.01.2022 Just remember.....

10.01.2022 COVID-19 OR HAY FEVER? | COVID-19 and hay fever share some similar symptoms. This means it may be difficult to tell the difference between them. If you have any... COVID-19 symptoms (even if you suspect its just your first allergy attack of the season), get tested immediately for COVID-19. If the test result is negative and symptoms persist, talk to your GP about a management plan during the COVID-19 pandemic. The FAQs can be found at: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//frequently-asked-questions.

09.01.2022 For those with children who may find it hard to explain what is going on, this makes a lovely bedtime story. The Time We Spring-Cleaned the World The world ...it got so busy, There were people all around. They left their germs behind them; In the air and on the ground. These germs grew bigger and stronger. They wanted to come and stay. They didnt want to hurt anyone - They just really wanted to play. Sometimes they tried to hold your hand, Or tickled your throat or your nose. They could make you cough and sneeze And make your face as red as a rose. And so these germs took over. They started to make people ill, And with every cough we coughed More and more germs would spill. All the queens and kings had a meeting. Its time to clean the world up! they said. And so they had to close lots of fun stuff, Just so these germs couldnt spread. We couldnt go to cinemas Or restaurants for our tea. There was no football or parties, The world got as quiet as can be. The kids stopped going to school, The mums and dads went to work less. Then a great, big, giant scrubbing brush Cleaned the sky and the sea and the mess! Dads started teaching the sums, Big brothers played with us more, Mums were in charge of homework And we read and played jigsaws galore! The whole world was washing their hands And building super toilet roll forts! Outside was quiet and peaceful, Now home was the place for all sports. So we played in the world that was home And our days filled up with fun and love, And the germs they grew smaller and smaller And the sun watched from up above. Then one morning the sun woke up early, She smiled and stretched her beams wide. The world had been fully spring cleaned, It was time to go back outside! We opened our doors oh so slowly And breathed in the clean and fresh air. We promised thar forever and always Of this beautiful world wed take care! Author ~ Louise Gribbons Hunterhouse College Artist ~ Maggie Vandewalle

08.01.2022 In response to this time of global crisis, IPA has developed a resource kit to help parents and carers with providing the essential joy of play to children. Please download this new resource and share far and wide! http://ipaworld.org//for-parents-and-carers-play-in-crisis/

08.01.2022 We are so excited to have been included in this gorgeous paper doll collaboration between @cleverpoppy & @littlewhimsynz print your own paper doll today & dress them up in their Jamie Kay clothing! https://www.cleverpoppy.nz//paper-dolls-with-free-printabl

08.01.2022 BLUE MOUNTAINS ADVICE | Due to predicted severe weather and snowfall this weekend, the drive-through COVID-19 testing clinic at Blue Mountains Hospital will tem...porarily close on Saturday 22/8 and Sunday 23/8. The clinic is expected to reopen on Monday 24/8, subject to local weather conditions. All other Local Health District COVID-19 testing clinics are operating as usual. Stay safe and follow the advice of Police and other emergency services this weekend. Find more clinic information here: https://www.nbmlhd.health.nsw.gov.au//covid-19-clinic-info

07.01.2022 This amazing artwork has been entered into an art competition. We would love your vote to help us win the $500 prize money Please click on the link below and vote on our artwork. Thank you https://kooricurriculum.com//naidoc-virtual-art-competition

07.01.2022 https://www.abc.net.au//sho/play-school/anzac-day/12179300

07.01.2022 We are proud to announce the launch of our new campaign, Read My Frustration, which highlights the frustration born from a lack of understanding about dyslexi...a. With greater knowledge, together we can help children and adults alike realise their full potential as the smart, capable and confident people they truly are. For more information, click here https://codereadnetwork.org/

06.01.2022 FREE coffee for all Nurses/Drs at WikiLeaks Cafe starting tomorrow Morning. Thank you for your service FREE coffee for all Nurses/Drs at WikiLeaks Cafe starting tomorrow Morning. Thank you for your service

06.01.2022 Katoomba Sports & Aquatic Centre closed due to COVID-19 case NSW Health has notified Council that a person who visited Katoomba Sports & Aquatic Centre on Frida...y, 4 September has tested positive to COVID-19. NSW Health has asked those who were at the centre between 11.30am and 1.30pm on 4 September to monitor for symptoms. Katoomba Sports & Aquatic Centre has been closed until further notice. The centre will be deep cleaned. Mayor Mark Greenhill said: My immediate concern is for the community and Council Staff who may have been present at the facility on that day. My thoughts are with them. This will be a nervous time. Our team will be giving them every support possible and liaising with NSW Health throughout the quarantine period. We take this matter extremely seriously. A COVID-19 drive-through testing clinic is available at Blue Mountains Hospital, and can be access via Woodlands Road Katoomba. Opening hours are 9am-12.30pm and 1pm-4pm 7 days per week.

06.01.2022 Our gorgeous and cosy Early Learners Room for children aged 0-3 years old. Come and see our experienced and nurturing team as we have limited vacancies available

04.01.2022 Great conversation with Isaac from Headspace- new Headspace location at Katoomba to be opening soon

04.01.2022 "The Uluru Statement from the Heart is an invitation from First Nations to walk with us in a movement of the Australian people for a better future. It calls f...or structural reform to establish a new relationship based on justice and self-determination where Indigenous cultures and peoples can flourish, and we all move forward. Thomas Mayor said It gives hope to a nation born from many nations that we may find our collective heart. For more information about teh Uluru Statement go to www.ulurustatement.org All are welcome to join a conversation with Thomas Mayor and the Blue Mountains People for Reconciliation via Zoom on Monday 1st June. Please register as soon as possible by sending an email to [email protected] "

03.01.2022 We are deeply saddened to report that Sir Ken Robinson, creativity expert and TED speaker extraordinaire, passed away on Friday. His talk on schools and creativ...ity was first published in 2006 and remains the most viewed TED Talk of all time. Watch his full talk here: http://t.ted.com/d2XdrJS

02.01.2022 COVID 19 Hotspots PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTIVES: Children who have been:... in Victoria from 8th July 2020; visited hotspot locations within NSW; and/or in contact with a person confirmed to have COVID-19 are required to adhere to the public health advice by isolating and not return to Possums Patch until the 14 day isolation period is over. We ask that families refer to the NSW Health Advice using the links below and advise us if their child/ren are not attending due to isolation requirements. Victoria: https://www.nsw.gov.au//what-you-can-/border-restrictions NSW Hotspots: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates

02.01.2022 **BREAKING** I have been notified that there is possible exposure to the public from a confirmed case of COVID-19 at Penrith Plaza on Saturday 1st August. If yo...u were at Penrith Plaza between 10am and 12pm on that date you should: watch for COVID-19 symptoms if symptoms occur, immediately get tested and self-isolate. Head here for the latest updates and advice: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates

01.01.2022 Have you been looking to start your career in Children’s Services. We are looking for enthusiastic Certificate 3 trainees to join all our Early Childhood Education teams. https://www.seek.com.au/job/50798215

01.01.2022 COVID-19 ADVICE | A Blue Mountains Grammar School student has tested positive for COVID-19. The case was reported in todays state-wide numbers. All close conta...cts are being notified and asked to get tested and self-isolate. The student is a close contact of a previously identified case. A previously reported case attended Katoomba Aquatic Centre on Friday 4 September from 11.30am-1.30pm. Anyone who was at the venue at this time is advised to monitor for symptoms and immediately self-isolate and get tested if symptoms develop. The community is reminded to watch for COVID-19 symptoms and if any develop get tested and self-isolate. Please remember: If you are unwell, stay in, get tested and isolate. Wash your hands regularly. Take hand sanitiser with you when you go out. Keep your distance. Leave 1.5 metres between yourself and others. Wear a mask in situations where you cannot physically distance. For details on your local COVID-19 Clinics, please visit our website: https://www.nbmlhd.health.nsw.gov.au//covid-19-clinic-info

01.01.2022 Stay safe and warm this weekend

01.01.2022 Take a peek at our engaging and stimulating Preschool Room. Pop in for visit to see for yourself! Limited vacancies available