Mullumbimby Public School

respect for self : respect for others : respect for the environment

Morrison Ave PO Box 122 Mullumbimby NSW 2482 T 6684 2373 F 6684 1294 mullumbimb-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au www.mullumbimb-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Term 1 Week 3 Monday 10 February 2014

WHAT’S ON?More detailed Calendar information at: www.mullumbimb-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

A proud member of the Lighthouse Valley Learning CommunityA proud member of the Lighthouse Valley Learning Community

Week 3 Term 1

Wed 12 Feb P&C Meeting 7pm in staffroom

Fri 14 Feb BV PSSA swim carnival

Week 4 Term 1

Mon 17 Feb BV PSSA tennis

Tue 18 Feb Student Leadership Induction 10:15am

Wed 19 Feb Yr 6 MHS transition 1 pmBV PSSA basketball

Week 5 Term 1

Mon 24 Feb NSW PSSA girls cricket

Tue 25 Feb Visiting Performance“Deadly Australians”NSW PSSA girls cricketPSSA FNC swimming

Wed 26 Feb NSW PSSA girls cricket

Thu 27 Feb NSW PSSA girls cricket

Fri 28 Feb BV PSSA AFLScripture/Ethics commencesYear 1 swimming

Week 6 Term 1

Mon 3 Mar FNC tennis

Wed 5 Mar FNC basketball

Fri 7 Mar Year 1 swimming

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Dear Parents / CarersStaff 2014As you are aware, we have formed an additional class this year. A big welcome is extended to Mr Scott Shaw, who is teaching 3/4S. Scott is a highly experienced teacher who has already made a most favourable impression at our school and has settled into his role with tremendous enthusiasm.The remainder of our staff is:KH-Danielle Haywood; KM – Kylie Martin; 1/2A – Amy Austin; 1/2R – Robyn Petroni;2/3J – Jacqui Pick; 3/4S – Scott Shaw; 3/4W – Sarah White5/6 C - Craig Lindsay; 5/6L – Lyndal Barrett; 5/6P – Peter Towner.Learning and Support – Lorraine Marshall, Cassie CallaghanReading Recovery – Lorraine Marshall; Library – Ian Bigg; Technology – Mark CollinsonSchool Administration Manager – Tracey Dean; School Administration Officer – Karen O’ConnellSchool Learning Support Officer – Rose McLeanCleaner – Sharon McDonald; General Assistant – Steve Foreman; Principal – David Lees.Parent –teacher meetingsEffective communication between home and school is crucial. A great opportunity will be available next week for all parents to meet their child’s teacher for an individual discussion. A note is going home today with all students indicating the day and available time slots for a parent – teacher conversation. I encourage all parents / carers to avail themselves of this opportunity. Please ensure it is returned by no later than this Wednesday, with 3 different options as per instructions on the sheet so as teachers can then formulate their schedule and inform you of the meeting time. Teachers will send a slip home in Friday to indicate the time. Meetings will be held in the library unless notified otherwise by the teacher. Today a note asking for information about your child will also be going home. The information you provide on this will form the basis of your meeting. Please complete it before your meeting time and bring it along with you to the parent-teacher meeting. Swimming carnivalOur annual swimming carnival held last Tuesday was a most enjoyable and successful evening. Many thanks to everyone who worked so hard to ensure it ran so smoothly, with special mention to Mr Towner for his meticulous organisation and to parents who fulfilled a myriad of roles. Thank you to

Morrison Ave PO Box 122 Mullumbimby NSW 2482 T 6684 2373 F 6684 1294 mullumbimb-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au www.mullumbimb-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Term 1 Week 3 Monday 10 February 2014

Friday Specials: Mini pie & juice & pikelets $3.50Canteen Assistant: Pinky

CANTEEN NEWS UNIFORM SHOP NEWSOpen Wednesdays 8:30am to 9:15am. Donations of second hand uniforms greatly appreciated. School Hats $5.00 each available from the front office as well. Email: mpsuniforms@yahoo.com.au

pool manager Mark Mathison who hosted us and manages a great facility for our community. There were some incredible performances, including an amazing 7 new school records established. Well done to Tom Cheek and Gemma Edwards for being responsible for two of these records. In what was a unique performance, Molly Cheek broke 5 records, across all 4 strokes. Quite remarkable. Mr Towner has a report elsewhere in this newsletter.PSSA Girls cricketWhilst on the topic of outstanding performances, congratulations to Reece Donnelley, Kasey Williams, Jordan Diehm and Kiara Field. Mr Lindsay has details elsewhere in this newsletter.Painting of B BlockWhat a huge improvement a coat of paint makes! KH and 1/2A are now back in their ‘new’ classrooms. The painters will continue to work in Ms Petroni’s and Bu Marshall’s rooms this week with the job expected to be completed by this Friday. 1/2R will be in the music room whilst the work is being finished. FaceBook

P&C MeetingJust a reminder that our first P&C meeting for the year is this Wednesday 12th February commencing at 7pm in the staffroom. New and existing members are most welcome. Nut free schoolA number of children enrolled at our school have severe allergies. Some have anaphylactic reactions to nuts and nut products. Examples of items we would prefer not see at school include, but is not restricted to Nutella, Snickers Bars, Peanut Butter sandwiches or cakes and slices made with peanuts or peanut products. We thank you for your understanding in this matter. Our preference is for all children to bring nut free items to school. If this is a challenge for families we ask you to discuss this with the school as a matter of urgency. The safety of all children in our school is at the centre of this request.Finally, as always, if you have an issue or concern please contact the classroom teacher, the appropriate Assistant Principal (Mrs Haywood or Mr Towner) or myself. From time to time issues arise at school. This is perfectly normal for any school setting (or in fact any work place), so if you have any questions, issues, enquiries or you want feedback on any aspect of your child’s schooling please ring to make a mutually convenient appointment time with your child’s teacher, or myself.Have a great week.David LeesPrincipal

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Bligh! Bligh! Bligh!Last Tuesday evening we held our annual swimming carnival with Bligh winning the overall point score, King were the runners up. The participation flag was won by Hunter in a very close contest from Bligh.The War Cry was won by Phillip with a very creative performance.Our champion swimmers in each division were Senior girl- Mollie Cheek, Senior Boy – Clancy Henderson, 11yr girl – Taylah McKenzie, 11yr Boy – Luke Wearne, Junior Girl – Gemma Edwards, Junior boy – Thomas Cheek.

Records! Records! Records!In a phenomenal performance Mollie Cheek broke school records in all of her individual events. She set a new record in the Open 100m freestyle, (1:11:86), 12yr 50m freestyle (32:93), Senior breast stroke (45:69), Senior back stroke (41:27), Senior butterfly (36:97) and 4 x 50m Senior Individual Medley (3:03:44). To break a record is fantastic but to break every event is an amazing achievement. Congratulations Mollie.Gemma Edwards also set a new record in the Junior Girls 4 x 50 Individual Medley with a time of 3:48:52.

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Term 2 Week 1 Wednesday 1 May 2013

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This was another fantastic swim breaking the previous record by 8 seconds. Congratulations Gemma. Thomas Cheek also set a new record in the Junior boys 4x50m In-dividual Medley with a time of 3:45:90 breaking the old record by 26 seconds. This was another amazing swim. Congratulations Tom!District CarnivalFifty four children qualified for the district swimming carnival to be held on Friday at the Petria Thomas Olym-pic Pool. Good luck to every swimming on Friday.HelpersA big, BIG, thank you to all the parents/grandpar-ents who helped make last Tuesdays school carnival a success. Special thanks to those who time kept, who helped set up and pull down the tents and assisted with the novelties. You all helped to make the carnival run smoothly.Thank you to every parent, grandparent and friend who came along and cheered on the swimmers.Thanks, Mr TownerFNC Girls Cricket TrialsThe FNC Girls Cricket trials were held on Monday the 3rd on February at Richardson Oval, Sawtell. Our school had 4 representatives at the trial who were Kiara Field, Kasey Williams, Reece Donnelly and Jordan Diehm. The girls had a fantastic day demonstrating their skills against the 3 other zones which were represented on the day. All the girls performed exceptionally well with Kasey, Reece and Jordan all making the North Coast Cricket team for 2014. A huge congratulations to the all 4 girls for attending the

trial and displaying brilliant skills. Thanks to all parents who transported the girls the Sawtell and good luck in your efforts to make the NSW Girls Cricket team in Barooga NSW later this month.Thanks, Mr Lindsay School BankingSchool banking has commenced for 2014. Please hand your deposit books into the office on Fridays.Thanks, Letitia

 

Morrison Ave PO Box 122 Mullumbimby NSW 2482 T 6684 2373 F 6684 1294 mullumbimb-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au www.mullumbimb-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Term 1 Week 3 Monday 10 February 2014

Some memories of our swimming carnival.

Morrison Ave PO Box 122 Mullumbimby NSW 2482 T 6684 2373 F 6684 1294 mullumbimb-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au www.mullumbimb-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Term 1 Week 3 Monday 10 February 2014

This canteen follows the Fresh Tastes NSW Healthy School Canteen Strategy. Red – Rarely Amber – Sometimes Foods Green – Good healthy snacks every day

Hot Food/Main Meal (available at lunch)Large Meat Pie $3.30Mini Meat Pie $1.70Chicken Mornay Pie $3.60Sausage Roll $2.80 Cheese and Spinach Roll $3.20Pizza slices $1.00Tomato Sauce Sachets $0.25 Chicken Burger $3.50(Fresh chicken cooked in our kitchen with lettuce & mayo on a roll) Chicken and Salad Burger $5.00Hamburger (with Salad) $5.00Salad Bowl $3.50(Tasty cheese,tomato, beetroot, lettuce, cucumber, carrot) Super Salad Bowl $5.00(Add ham/chicken/egg)

Sandwiches (available at lunch)Vegemite $2.00 Cheese $2.00 Egg & Lettuce $2.20 Chicken $2.20 Chicken & Salad $3.50 Ham $2.20 Ham & Salad $3.50 Ham, Cheese & Tomato $3.00 Ham & Cheese $2.80 Salad (lettuce,tomato,carrot, $3.00 cucumber & cheese) Rolls Add 50cToasted Add 20c

All sandwiches made on wholemeal bread.

DrinksBottled Water $1.30Small juice bottle $1.30 Popper $1.30Flavoured Milk $1.50(Chocolate, Strawberry)

Home made Smoothies $1.20 ($1.00 with own cup)Hot chocolate $2.00 ($1.50 with own cup)

The canteen is open every Friday. Orders MUST be placed before the start of school. Main meal will be served at lunch (11am)

The canteen is always looking for new volunteers, so if you think you could spare a few hours on a Friday we’d love to have you! Contact: Alisha Bower 0423942766

Snacks (available at Recess 1.20pm)Seasonal Fruit Cups $1.50 (With creamy yogurt/muesli) Watermelon cups (Summer only) $0.80 Pikelets (limit of 5) $0.15 eachPizza Slices $1.00 Muffins $1.00Raisin Toast $0.50c

Snacks (available at lunch after main meal has been served)Popcorn $0.50Chips (Red Rock) $1.00 Bought ice blocks:

Lemonade Ice block: $1Calippo: (red/ yellow) $0.80Moozie (Chocolate/ Strawberry) $1Fruit tuber $0.50

Morrison Ave PO Box 122 Mullumbimby NSW 2482 T 6684 2373 F 6684 1294 mullumbimb-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au www.mullumbimb-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Term 1 Week 2 Monday 3 February 2014

OUR COMMUNITY NEWSMULLUMBIMBY PUBLIC SCHOOL: “Playgroup” for Parents and kids (under school age). Every Tuesday morning 9am-11am, during school terms. Join us for a relaxed and friendly morning of interaction and fun activities for the kids.AFTER SCHOOL AND VACATION CARE: This service is Government subsidised & operates Mon-Fri (3.00pm-6pm) during School Term & Holidays (8am-6pm). Contact Jamie or Zahra: Ph: 0437 860 614.KEYBOARD/PIANO AFRICAN DRUM AND DANCE LESSONS - ENROL NOW FOR TERM 1 2014 Offer your child the gift of playing a musical instrument during school hours. Keyboard/piano lessons are on offer as well as African Drum and dance. The lessons are Creative, Fun, and held at the school during school hours. Lessons consist of music reading, composition, creativity, playing by ear and performances.Email musicforkids.oz@gmail.com or call Joanne to enrol your child now. All enquiries are welcomeOCEAN SHORES BASKETBALL 2014 SEASON: Start week commencing- Monday 24 February Ocean Shores Public School Indoor Stadium. Queries to: Michelle Tree 0406 764 816 Email: mictree36@gmail.com.au or Ray Ellis 66 804 053 Email: rfellis2@bigpond.com Contact for start times or see notice in school office.MBVFC - would like to invite members of your school community to enrol to play football this 2014 season. Registration is available online at www.myfootballclub.com.au from 1st February and there will also be a muster day on Saturday 22nd February at Pine Ave, Mullumbimby. On this day there will be mini games, uniforms available and assistance with the rego process for those who need it. Info about fees and age divisions can be found at our website http://www.mbvfc.com.auMULLUMBIMBY GIANTS JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE SIGN ON: Sign on - Saturday 8th February Mullumbimby Leagues Club 2-4pm @ Mullumbimby Leagues Club Football Fields, Manns Road Registration Costs: $120 Second Child: $100 ($220.00 total)hird Child: $80 ($300 total)5th child Free Registration for New Players: Club shirt, training singlet, shorts and socksRe-registering players: bag Returning Players in 2014 are to register and pay online. Please go to https://reg.sportingpulse.com/v6/regoform.cgi?formID=27342 Click on 2014 Online Registrations and choose the number of children that will be registered.Pay-ment is available with either a debit or credit card and 2014 registrations are now open. ClubT shirts, singlets, shorts and socks and bags will be available for purchase on day ALL NEW PLAYERS: must provide 3 passport sized photos, copy of birth certificate or passport. Please bring your child to sign on day Contact Steve Brooke Registrar for further details steven.brooke@bigpond.comBOLLYWOOD DANCE CLASS: Bollywood Dance Kids ClassDance, Play, Stretch, Laugh Boys and Girls ages 4-11yrs Tuesdays @ Yoga Peace in Mullum. Bookings Essential 0423019335 zerina@bollywoodsisters.comMULLUM JUNIOR CHESS CLUB- This term will be on Tuesdays after school (about 3.15pm start) until 4.45pm in the Mullumbimby High School Library. All ages and playing levels welcome. Professional coaching, fun competition, and encouragement. Cost only $5 p/w.ph Mike 66 846 281 for more details.

BALLET CLASSES HERE - AT MULLUM PUBLIC SCHOOLSarah Shanahan is a well-known and in high demand dance teacher from Melbourne where she has taught countless students who now have professional careers in the industry. She located to Mullumbimby 3yrs ago with her family and teaches singing lessons at Mullum Christian School on friday afternoons. After many requests she is starting Ballet Classes here in the school hall on THURSDAY Afternoons with classes for children aged 3 - 10yrs. Sarah teaches the Royal Academy of Dance Syllabus Sarah has also written, directed and starred in a new TV show about Ballet which will be out soon.$12 per class (45 mins) Royal Academy of Dance Syllabus - Classes start this Thursday 13th Feb Please call Sarah for more information 0422 947 491