NSW Department of Education

Cowra Public School

NEWS

10 December 2015 Term 4, Week 10

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

CONTACTING THE SCHOOL

Administration Office Hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm

School commences at 9.10am

School finishes at 3.15pm

Students are not supervised before 8.45am

Mail: PO Box 285, Cowra

Phone: 6342 2400

Fax: 6341 1357

School Counsellor 6341 3078

Email: cowra-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Web: http://www.cowra-.schools.nsw.edu.au

DEPT.HEALTH DENTAL CLINIC: 1300 552 208

Dear Parents

As the year comes to a close for 2015 I

would like to reflect on the outstanding

achievements attained by the students

and staff throughout the course of our

very busy school year. Firstly I would like to

recognise the ongoing effort of all staff

members at Cowra Public School, who

consistently go way beyond what is

expected by the Department of

Education in providing the highest level of

academic instruction and nurturing for all

students within our school. The joy that the

teachers experience is evident when they

are willing to give so much of their own

time in preparing quality lessons and

experiences for children, in order to

enhance their learning.

Secondly our children benefit and reflect

their teachers’ efforts by continually

achieving academic growth that far

surpasses state expectation and by

demonstrating our strength through our

PBL expectations of Being Safe, On Task

and Respectful.

This week the school could easily be

December

11 Infants Presentation Assembly

9.30am

11 Primary Presentation Assembly

11.30am

14 Infants Class parties

14 Stage 2 Class party

15 Year 6 Graduation 2.45pm

16 Stage 3 Quiz and Pool Party

16 LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS

JANUARY

28 STUDENTS COMMENCE SCHOOL

2016

FEBRUARY

1 2016 KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS

FOR YOUR DIARY

heading towards the summer break by

slowing down, but the school hasn’t

drawn breath with the Year 6 farewell

evening being held on Monday. This

event saw Year 5 sending off Year 6 with

a semi- formal evening that the children

dressed up for. They enjoyed a meal

followed by bush dancing and the

traditional Year 6 cake. The Stage 3

teachers all commended the parents of

the children for their strong support and

contribution to the wonderful food

provided.

Following this we have had on-going

PBL professional learning for teachers on

Wednesday ensuring our staff are fully

up to date with PBL practises for next

year.

Today of course we have held the

Primary minor awards which highlight

the academic class achievements and

sporting achievements of individuals

and students in teams. This event will

lead into our major assemblies that are

being held tomorrow (Friday), starting

with the Infants Assembly commencing

at 9.30 followed by the Primary

Assembly at 11.30am. All assemblies

welcome parent attendance and we

hope that many take the opportunity to

come along. Also happening tomorrow

will be the Summer Raffle draw that will

see the lucky winners taking home the

BBQ, Ski Pack or Esky Pack. Tickets will be

available right up till the draw and can

be purchased near the door. If you still

have tickets please ensure you have

both the tickets and money returned to

the school by Friday morning.

Each year the school has been driving

attendance as a focus and this year we

have been delighted with the strong

response by the students and their

parents in ensuring their child is given

every opportunity for success by being

at school. This year we have several

students who have 100% attendance,

which has not gone unnoticed.

Next week our school will hold class

parties on Monday or Wednesday and

teachers will instruct students on class

arrangements. On Monday the school

will also be holding the traditional staff

vs student T-Ball game. Mrs Hilton has

been training the staff with military drills

consisting of hill runs, calisthenics and of

course pronunciation lessons to ensure

that the unbeaten record of the staff

winning stays intact for 2015. Good luck

to the Year 6 students for the game but

the teachers look confident.

Our school will be holding a Year 6

Graduation ceremony at 2pm on

Tuesday 15 December , in the

Auditorium to congratulate our

departing students. We wish them the

best of luck in their future endeavours.

I would like to thank the support of our

P&C and the Cowra Public School

Community throughout 2015 and look

forward to seeing everyone back in

2016. The tireless ladies in our school

office need a special mention as often

they are the face of the school while

they also assist the Principal, the

teachers, the support staff and of

course, the students. I am not joking in

saying they keep the school ticking. I

would also like to thank the effort of the

School Learning Support Officers at the

school as these ladies assist the children

immensely in their learning each and

every day. Another thanks is needed

for Lisa Willis in the Canteen who works

to ensure every child is welcomed with

a smile and provided with a range of

choices of healthy food options on a

daily basis.

I hope everyone has an enjoyable time

over the Christmas break with their

families and I hope everyone stays safe

by wearing a helmet if riding a bike or

motorbike and keeping an eye on

traffic if they are near roads. Next year

our school will have several new

improvements that we are looking

forward to.

Enjoy the week.

Bradley Tom

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PRESENTATION ASSEMBLIES

~ INFANTS ~

Presentation Assembly

Friday, 11 December at 9.30am

Major awards will be presented at this assembly.

All parents and friends are invited to attend.

~ PRIMARY ~

Presentation Assembly

Friday, 11 December at 11.30am

Major awards will be presented at this assembly.

All parents and friends are invited to attend.

Year 6 students

will receive their

GRADUATION CERTIFICATES

at an assembly on Tuesday,15 December

at 2.45pm

INFANTS CLASS PARTIES &

SOCIAL

DATE: Monday, 14 December 2015

Infants classes will party in their classrooms from 12.00

noon - 1.00pm.

Santa will make a surprise visit during this time.

A social will be held in the school auditorium from

2.00pm - 3.00pm.

Children may wear party clothes - please remember

a hat.

Children are asked to bring a plate of food to share.

Please be mindful of allergies (especially peanuts).

If your child has any allergies please contact your

child’s class teacher.

Some suggestions:

Fairy bread

Sandwiches

Fruit platter

Fruit skewers

Salad platter

Cold meat (includes chicken)

Chips

Dip and biscuits

STAGE 3 CLASS PARTY

Pupils in Stage 3 will be having their class party at the Cowra Aquatic

Centre on Wednesday, 16 December 2015 from 11.30am - 3.00pm.

Cost per child will be $2.00 or a season ticket. This will be collected by

the class teacher on the day (please try to have the exact money).

Students need to bring plenty of drinks and a small amount of party

food to share (nothing with peanuts or peanut flavouring due to

allergies). Please include a paper plate to put it on and slice up food

that needs to be into small pieces.

Children should wear casual clothes and bring their swimming gear, a

hat, t-shirt and sunscreen (no zinc cream).

Swimming organisation

Guidelines for swimming, as set out by the Department of Education

and Training, will be followed. The in-pool schedule will be as follows.

1. All pupils’ swimming ability will be tested in waist-deep water

under close supervision.

2. Pupils will be grouped as follows.

Strong swimmers who can participate in deep water activities will

be marked with BLUE WRIST BAND.

Weak swimmers and non-swimmers who can participate in

shallow water activities will be marked with YELLOW WRIST BAND.

Pupils will then participate in structured swimming activities based on

their swimming ability.

For all groups the teacher to student supervision ratio will not exceed 1 :

20.

A note will be sent home in the next week. Please fill in all the details

and return it to their home class teacher. STAGE 2 - CHRISTMAS PARTY

WHEN: Monday, 14 December 2015 from 11:00am

until approximately 2:30pm

WHERE: Change of address ~ Brougham Park

TRANSPORT: Walking (wear comfortable joggers). The

students will be accompanied by their class teachers

and walk to and from Brougham Park.

MORNING TEA:

Bring your own party food.

LUNCH:

Bring your own OR purchase McDonald's (a note will

be sent home with choices).

ACTIVITIES:

Water activities (students will need to bring their

costumes, towel and rubber thongs or waterproof

shoes).

Sporting equipment will be provided, however, you

may bring your own.

COMPULSORY:

Hat

Sunscreen

Covered Walking Shoes (joggers),

Casual clothes - no bare shoulders

Drinks, water bottle

T h e p e r m i s s i o n n o te a n d

McDonald’s note will be sent home

next week and must be returned to

their class teacher by Friday, 11

December with the correct amount

of money for McDonald’s if ordering.

There will be no change given.

SCHOOL TERMS FOR

2015

Term 4

Commenced Tuesday, 6 October

Concludes Wednesday, 16 December for

students

2016

Term 1

Commences Thursday, 28 January (Yr1-6)

Kindergarten commences Monday, 1

February

YEAR 6 GRADUATION When: Tuesday, 15 December 2015 Where: Cowra Public School auditorium Time: 2.45pm

All parents, families and friends of students in

Year 6 are invited to attend the Graduation

Ceremony.

P & C ASSOCIATION

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P. & C. Association End-of-the-Year Competition

PRIZES:

1st Gasmate BBQ (valued over $1000)

Thanks to Kilby’s Heating & Cooling

2nd Junior Ski Kit (2 x vests, skis, ropes etc.)

3rd Cricket Esky (cricket bat and balls)

***view the prizes in the school foyer***

DRAWN: Friday, 11th December 2015 at the Primary Major Assembly.

Raffle ticket books need to be returned to the school before Friday, 11th December.

All books whether they have been sold or not need to be returned to the school.

TICKETS

$2 each Tickets are still

available for sale at the

school office

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COWRA EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES

December 2015 and January 2016

Vacation Care Program

Do you require vacation care for your child/children on

Christmas Eve Thursday, 24 December 2015?

Our service will only operate on this day if we get a viable

number of confirmed bookings by Friday, 11 December 2015.

Planning for the next block of vacation care is well under way

with some exciting experiences for the children to be part of.

Operating days for vacation care will be:

Week 1

Thursday, 17, Friday, 18 December

Week 2

Monday, 21 Tuesday, Tuesday, 22, Wednesday, 23 December

Week 3

Monday, 4 to Friday, 9 January

Week 4

Monday, 11 to Friday, 15 January

Week 5

Monday, 18 to Friday, 22 January

Week 6

Monday, 25 January and Wednesday, 27 January

Afterschool care will commence for 2016 on Thursday, 28

January

SPORT AND RECREATION’S SWIM

AND SURVIVE LESSONS

Sport and Recreation delivers Royal Life Saving Society’s

national Swim and Survive initiative and operates throughout

regional NSW in communities where limited learn to swim

opportunities exist.

Our classes offer multiple grades across preschool and school

aged categories. Children progress through these skill grades

dependent on their age and ability.

Classes are delivered by nationally-qualified instructors and

normally run for eight or nine consecutive weekdays. For more information on lessons near you, or to book, visit sportandrecreation.nsw.gov.au/swimandsurvive or phone 13 13 02.

PO Box 900, Cowra NSW 2794 T/A Lic 2TA5695 Phone: 6342 1021 Fax: 6342 4597

Email: info@cowrabus.com.au Web: http:www.cowrabus.com.au

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN: Saturday, 6 August 2016, Lyric Theatre, Sydney: $190.00

WE WILL ROCK YOU: Saturday, 14 May, 2016: Lyric Theatre, Sydney: $190.00

“Cowra Travel Takes you There”

COMMUNITY continued

Cowra Public School

SAFER DRIVER COURSE: Butch’s A1 Driving School is the coach for Module 2 of this course held at the RFS/SES shed on the Airport Rd Cowra. MARCH: Saturday, 7th @ 9.00am APRIL: Saturday, 11th @ 9.00am MAY: Saturday, 23rd @ 9.00am JUNE: Saturday, 27th @ 9.00am

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