MULYAN PUBLIC SCHOOL NEWSLETTER Term 1 ~ Week 10
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Dear Parents, Welcome to the second last week of Term 1. I hope that everyone had a very enjoyable Easter break and that the Easter Bunny was kind to you all.
Wednesday, 30th March 2016
P and C Easter Raffle
We have a very busy last couple of weeks ahead of us to round off the term. Hockey Gala Day The Hockey Gala Day which was postponed due to bad weather has been rescheduled to take place this Friday, 1st April. The arrangements that were in place for the original date will still apply for Friday. Stage 2 students who are on the excursion and have paid for the Gala Day will have a $2 credit marked against their name for the cost of an upcoming excursion. Just a reminder that all students need to wear Hailie Miller was the winner sports uniform, have a mouth guard to wear, bring of the major prize in the P lots of water, lunch, snacks, sunscreen, a hat and a & C Easter Raffle. great attitude. ANZAC Day This year’s ANZAC Day which is remembered on 25th April will take place in the school holidays. We have been invited to once again take part in the wreath laying and the march on this very important day. Our captains and school leaders will be laying the wreaths and leading our school’s march and we are inviting all students from Kindergarten to Year 6 to participate in the march. All students are to wear their winter uniform and meet outside the Cowra Services Club in Brisbane at 10.15am. The students will then form up and march down Kendal St and finish at the River Park where parents can pick them up. NAPLAN In Term 2, all student from Year 3 and year 5 will take part in the NAPLAN Assessment Program which is run Australia-wide for all students in the two grades. Early next week, a letter will be sent home with all students in Years 3 & 5 about this assessment. If you have any question or queries, please contact me at school. Stage 2 Excursion Our Stage 2 students are off on their overnight excursion to the Blue Mountains this Thursday and will return on Friday afternoon. Mrs Cummings has
Tyler Torok was lucky enough to win one of the minor prizes of the P&C Easter Raffle.
Kelisha Narkle was one of the winners of the Canteen Easter raffle.
Kody Mckay was lucky enough to win one of the minor prizes of the P&C Easter Raffle Other winners were Shaila Starr , Adam Thompson and Kallum Wheat. Mrs Nottingham and Mr Parris got into the swing of the Easter Hat Parade.
done a magnificent job organizing what should be a very educational and enjoyable experience for all the students. On this excursion, they will go to the Blue Mountains National Park for an educational talk as well as a bushwalk, go to Scenic World at Katoomba to see the 3 sisters, a ride on the Scenic Railway, a visit to Jenolan Caves and an overnight stop at the Katoomba YHA. The students will be accompanied by Mrs Cummings, Mrs Apps, Mrs Reeves, Mrs Beale and Mrs Dedoncker. I am unable to take part in the excursion but I thank the staff who are giving up their time so that the students have the opportunity of an overnight excursion.
Till next week, John Smith
Dates To Remember
Stage 2 Excursion Departure. The coaches will leave on Thursday 31st March at 6:30am sharp from the Lachlan St. entry to the school. Ensure your child is at school no later than 6.15am to allow for a roll call and luggage packing. When arriving at school, children should wait with their parents until the teachers instruct each class about the bus they will be travelling on. Thanks. We have not planned a toilet stop before Hartley so please ensure your child has visited the toilet before getting on the bus, if needed. Return. The coaches will return on Friday 1st April at approximately 3:30pm. Please be patient with this time as we can only plan so much of the excursion and traffic delays are out of our hands. If there are any changes, a representative from the school will leave a message on the message board outside the school in Lachlan St. Medication. If your child is currently taking medication or requires medication for travel sickness, please place this in a container or envelope with your child’s name clearly marked. Dosage rates should also be clearly detailed on the outside. Please DO NOT pack in your child’s bag – hand to your class teacher before your child boards the bus.
31st March & 1st April Stage 2 excursion 1st April 2R Assembly Hockey Gala Day (primary) 8th April Last day of Term 1 25th April ANZAC Day & March commencing at 10.15am 27th April Students return to school for Term 2
International Competitions & Assessments 2016 Entries for the competitions are closing on 11th May. Entry fee for English & Maths is $8.80 and Spelling is $12.10. Entry notes are available from the office and no late entries will be accepted.
P & C News The Mulyan P&C will be holding their Annual General Meeting tonight Wednesday, 30th March. The meeting will be held in the staff room and will commence at 7pm. All positions will be declared vacant. All parents are welcome and don’t think by attending, you will get a job as that is not the case. Come along and get involved in your child’s school and get to know other parents. The AGM will be followed by a normal P&C meeting.
Canteen News Hello Just a couple of reminders: Next Thursday, 7th April will be the last RED DAY for the term. There will be lots of goodies for sale so save your pocket money and spend it at the canteen on 7th April. Donations of homemade goodies would be greatly appreciated. As the end of Term gets closer, the canteen may run out of certain items. If you would like to check on the availability of an item, please feel free to call me on 6342 2531. Cheers Trish
Cowra Squash Club The Cowra Squash competition starts the week of 26th April. A grading night for new players is on Monday 11th April at 6pm at the Cowra Services Club. Cost per competition is only $20 for juniors. Free coaching is run from 5.30pm every Monday by Pat Charnock. The Club is also putting on an "introduction to squash" as part of the "Cowra - Bring Healthy Back" on Monday 4th April 6.30pm - 7.30pm. Experienced male and female players will be on hand to show you the rules and to give you some pointers. Racquets and balls will be provided. If you have any questions, please call Nicky Savage on 0417 423 219.
St John’s Anglican Church The Autumn Book Fair extends over two weekends: Friday, 8th April - Saturday, 9th April Friday, 15th April - Saturday, 16th April. Church doors open at 8.30am
COWRA Individual tutoring program designed for each child, using proven Kip McGrath methods. The Kip McGrath program supports classroom teaching and increases children’s confidence when attempting subjects they find difficult. Professional tuition in READING, SPELLING, MATHS, COMPREHENSION. Please call Yvonne Bell to discuss your needs and for a FREE ASSESSMENT. 63 422195 or 0413 593 790 Website www.kipmcgrath.com.au Email sybell@westnet.com.au