FETE
Cowra Public School
COUNTDOWN 3 WEEKS
Term 1, Week 7 9 March 2017 Dear Parents/Caregivers,
Payments Due
School Fee’s $40.00 Term 1 Band $25.00 Own instrument $15.00
CPS Staff & Students wish all our Western Region PSSA swim team the very best of luck for tomorrow.
FOR YOUR DIARY MARCH 9
Issue 2—Book Club opens
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Western Region Swimming
13
Even Band Week
15
School Photographs
16
Combined K - 6 Assembly
17
Lego Competition Entries Close
21
Bus Safety Talk (K - 6)
22
Bus Safety Talk (K - 6)
23
Yr 6 Transition High School
24
Book Club closes
24
ICAS tests Close
25
Festival of International Understanding
30
Infant Assembly 1.40pm
30
Primary Assembly 2.30pm
31
Primary Hockey Gala day
31
SCHOOL FETE
Over the past few weeks, the teaching staff have been very busy formulating Learning Support Plans (LSP’s) and Personalised Learning Pathways (PLP’s) with individual students and their parents. LSP’s and PLP’s are used to document the specific learning support needs and adjustments for those students who may require extra assistance in some areas of their schooling. LSP’s and PLP’s are written with input from the parents, the teacher and the student and are an important link between home and school. At Cowra PS we are working hard to develop and maintain strong partnerships with all our families and sincerely thank the parents who have already come in for meetings this term. On Wednesday our Year One students were treated to a special Rugby League Clinic with Nathan Hindmarsh (ex Parramatta, NSW and Australian rugby league representative), at River Park. The students had a great time learning some of the basic skills in rugby league and each student received a rugby league book and soft football at the conclusion of the session. Following this, the NRL Development Team along with Nathan, came up to the school and presented a session on “Respect” to students in Years 3-6. The presentation focused on two main values that promote a respectful and successful team – developing a sense of belonging and connectedness to your community and respecting and valuing diversity. Thank you to Mr Sam Ryan and Mr Albert Murray for coordinating these exciting visits. It has been brought to our attention that there are some safety concerns regarding the pedestrian crossing on Brisbane Street. Currently the flashing lights are partially obscured by trees and cars are travelling quickly towards the crossing and braking suddenly. Please remind your children to stay alert and take care when using all pedestrian crossings. We have contacted the council regarding these concerns. A huge thank you is extended to Mr Rob Webster and his staff at ‘Webster’s Optometrists’ for conducting vision screening assessments on all of our Kinder students this week. With 56 Kinder students enrolled, this was no easy task! The screenings have taken place over three days and parents will receive a short note indicating if their child has had any difficulties with any aspects of the test. Optometry Australia recommends a comprehensive eye examination at the beginning of school and at regular intervals (every 2-3 years) thereafter. If your child has any vision concerns, please contact Webster’s Optometrists on 63422502 to arrange an appointment. Thanks also to our wonderful G.A Mr Gerard McGill for his ongoing effort and assistance with our new Infants sandpit. Mr McGill has put in numerous hours organising and assisting the various contractors on-site and now that the shade sail is up, the Infants children are enjoying their new play space! Good luck to all CPS Swimmers who are swimming at the Western Region PSSA Swimming Carnival in Dubbo tomorrow! Have a great week… Jenny Lewis Principal
APRIL 5&6
State PSSA Swimming
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Last day of term
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 8.40am
Kindergarten Eye Testing With Mr Webster Mail: Phone:
S1 Students building spaghetti towers in Science
PO Box 285, Cowra 6342 2400
School Counsellor 6341 3078 Email: cowra-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au Web: http://www.cowra-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
DEPT.HEALTH DENTAL CLINIC: 1300 552 208
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Congratulations Assembly Award Winners KW Jax Quinn Carmella Horsfield Savannah Cassidy
C1 Bella Ballard Maddon Booker Michael Howarth
C2 Kiaya Blackmore Charlie Peterson Haylie Ingram
P3 Jada Buchan Eric Simpson Benson Sullivan
KC Emily Forbes Sophia Wallace Alexander Edmonds
R1 Holly Fagan Rachel Hailstone Shaun Daines
JM2 Jenessa Bradley-Ryan Connor McMahon Toby Crocker
D3 Annabelle Sturgiss McKay Sullivan Coco Chambers
KM Keira Bartle Conner Moriarty Lilah Roffey
M1 Bella Graham Corey Shaw Katinka McKeown
U2 Abbie Moriarty Mia Brown Roderick Le
Q2/3 Bridget Cleary Sabion McKeown
G1 Keavy Dromgold Jack Hazell Holly Peterson
H1/2 Seth Friend Bailey South Zophia Eggleton
G3 Joshua James Tallis Bell Stephanie Dresser
S1 Lance Simpson Ella Cobcroft Alli-Rose Cranney
A2 Katelyn Anslow Angel Ochieng A-Jai McKeown
I3 Dean Cartwright Sarah Buckley Zane Atkinson-Vance
Whole School Assembly Thursday, 16 March 2.00pm Auditorium Everyone Welcome
Congratulations PBL Award Winners 40 Gotchas Jessica Binder Lincoln Charnock
50 Gotchas Mia Brown Jay Simpson Aaron Hall Jackson Smith Emmett Langton Mark Horne
80 Gotchas Clayton Duclos Katinka McKeown
100 Gotchas Metayah Murray Harry Cahmbers Toby Morrison Connor McMahon Charlie Peterson Alex McFarland
My time at Western Region Band Camp By Eliza Mulligan Two weeks ago I went to Western Region Band Camp with Zander De-Wet. It was lots of fun. I was able to meet some new people from surrounding areas. We had rehearsals everyday for 5 days. We were lucky enough to work with great tutors. We also had recreational activities including grass skiing, pool games, a giant slip “n� slide and archery. I would like to thank Mrs Wright for teaching the band and for making this possible. I would also recommend band members try it out next year.
KW Making & Enjoying Pancakes Last Tuesday Yummo!!!
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Dear Parents of Cowra Public School Your photo day is: Wednesday 15th March This year you will not receive an order envelope. All images will be uploaded to our online site for preview & purchase, approx. 2 weeks after photo day. Not only can you view your child’s photo before placing an order, you can also select from our range of backgrounds. Each child will receive a card with their unique shoot key. The shoot keys will be handed out prior to the activation on Thursday 30th March. This allows us time to match and check all the photos before uploading commences. If you wish to have a family photo taken, forms are available from the office. Family images can only be of children at this school. Forms must be returned with the money to the office or photographers by 10am the morning of photos. If you are unable to place your order online, please see your school office. Paper order forms are available, these need to be filled out and money returned to the photographers on photo day. How to order when shoot keys are activated: Go to our Website www.cliffdykes.com.au Select “Order Online” and enter your shoot key Click on your child’s image & select your preferred background Select your package If you wish to enter another child’s code, just click “Change Shoot” at the top left corner. Once you have completed your orders, go to the checkout. All packages ordered before Monday 24th April will be returned to the School. After this date a P&H fee of $8.95 will be added to the purchase price and the package will be posted Please note images will only stay online for a further month. Festival of International Understanding—Expression of interest Expression of interest notes were sent out to interested students Wednesday, 8th March. Due to costume making and prop requirements, the note is due back tomorrow—Friday, 10th March. Final numbers are confirmed Friday afternoon, so unfortunately any late notes cannot be catered for. Regards Mr Greg Garlick
SPORT NEWS Regional Swimming All the very best of luck to the 18 Cowra Public students who will be heading off to Dubbo on Friday to compete at Western Region swimming. Go C.P.S!!
Hockey Gala day The annual Cowra district hockey gala day will take place on Friday, 31st March (week 10). All primary students are invited to attend the Gala Day, which has proven to be a very enjoyable and engaging day in the past. Students from all the local public and catholic schools are involved and they participate in a range of drills and challenges before playing some modified games of hockey. Permission notes will be distributed on Monday and we ask that parents please note that participants MUST wear a mouthguard. Shinpads are highly recommended. Please contact Mrs Duncan at school if you require any further information
PSSA Tennis, Cricket & Netball School tryouts for mixed tennis, boys cricket and girls netball have began and as soon as teams are finalised, information will be available in the Newsletter, and on the windows of the Sports Centre. Students who are selected for teams will receive permission notes for games prior to competition days.
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FETE NEWS - Start collecting your Jazzy Jars How the stall works: Families donate jars full of exciting things - foodstuffs (lollies etc.) must be wrapped. At the Fete you purchase a ticket at the Jazzy Jar stall You win the jar with the same number as your ticket ALL TICKETS WIN A JAR! The Infants class and Primary class contributing the most jars will receive a reward for each child in the class. Stuck for ideas?? We accept any jars which have usable goods inside.
Some suggestions - pencils, crayons, erasers, seeds, wrapped lollies, wrapped chocolates, bird seed, small soaps, dog biscuits, toy cars, rings, bracelets, hair bands or clips, combs, candles, pens, sewing items, pegs, playdough, pins, screws or nails...the list
ICAS Tests The International Competitions and Assessments (ICAS) tests are run each year through the University of NSW and are available to students in Years 2-6. These are external tests which the school administers. Tests are marked independently and students are given a report and certificate detailing their achievements. ICAS tests are OPTIONAL and parents are required to pay a fee if they wish their child to sit the tests. If you would like your child to participate, please indicate which tests they are going to sit and enclose payment for each. Please return the form below with payment to school by Friday 24th March
ICAS Tests Form – Please return to school by Friday 24th March 2017 Student Name ____________________________________
Class _________________________
I enclose ___________________ as payment Signed __________________________ (parent/guardian)
Date ________________
entries will be submitted on-line. Cheques can be made payable to Cowra Public School. Eftpos is available
Please indicate which tests your child will sit ()
ICAS Subject
ICAS Test Sitting Date
Cost
Digital Technologies (Year 3-6) Science (Year 2-6)
23 May 2017
$8.00
30 May 2017
$8.00
Writing (Year 3-6)
12 June 2017
$17.00
Spelling (Year 2-6)
14 June 2017
$11.00
English (Year 2-6)
1 August 2017
$8.00
Mathematics (Year 2-6)
15 August 2017
$8.00
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COWRA PUBLIC SCHOOL FETE FRIDAY, 31ST MARCH FETE
PRIVATE STALLS AT OUR FETE
Committee Meeting
Persons interested in conducting a Private Stall at our Fete are welcome to
Thursday, 6th March at 6pm
contact: Rob Webster 6342 2502 (during business hours)
School Staffroom EVERYONE IS WELCOME and YOUR ATTENDANCE APPRECIATED
“many hands make light work”
Do you have a great idea for a stall? Let the Fete Committee know by attending the next meeting on 6th March or phoning the school office. Please consider coordinating the running of a stall
PARENT ASSISTANCE AT OUR FETE The P.&C. require the help of all our parents to conduct a successful Fete. This will be the major fundraiser for the year and all funds raised are used to benefit YOUR child/children so please consider giving an hour or two of your time to man a stall, assist with set-up or assist with pack-up. Perhaps you may like to organise a stall! Below is a list of proposed stalls, please indicate your willingness to help in the appropriate time slot. Name: …………………….…………………………………………..
Telephone ……………………………………………
Please indicate your preferred stall and time frame with your name
To assist with organisation please return to the School Office as soon as possible STALL
CO-ORDINATOR Could it be you?
5 - 6pm
6 - 7pm
7 - 8pm
Art Display BBQ & Drinks Cake & Produce Stall Canteen Donut on string Haunted House Jazzy Jars Photo Booth Plaster Cast Pop-A-Balloon Putt, Putt Golf Sponge Throw Tattoos Win a block of chocolate
To assist with organisation please return to the School Office as soon as possible
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Kids Wanted for Cowra AFL Auskick
AFL Auskick is recommencing Friday 17 March. AFL Auskick has been designed to build the foundation skills for playing Australian Football, and all kids aged 10 and under are most welcome.
With Womens AFL and women’s sport generally taking off currently, it’s also a great chance for girls to get involved. Get down to AFL Auskick and have a kick and find out more about the local program. The session will start at 4:30pm and will involve a bit of a kick, a couple of skill drills, and a bit of a game. It’s all fairly casual with the emphasis on fun. There is no cost, but it would be good if players register if they plan to play regularly. Friday 17 March 4:30pm at Mulyan Oval, Bourke Street (finishes just on about 5:30pm).
Cowra Information & Neighbourhood Centre FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICE Invites You To POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM TRIPLE P Starting on Thursday Afternoon 2nd Mar, 9th Mar, 16th Mar, 23rd Mar, 30th Mar, 6th April
At COWRA FAMILY SUPPORT ROOMS HEALY ROOM Starts 1pm -3pm Food and Refreshments Provided Free Child Care Please Ring 63 40 1100 to secure your spot
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Mr Embroidery Cowra C.P.S. Winter Uniform ORDER FORM NAME________________ PHONE__________ One lucky shopper will win their total order FREE. Return form by the 10th April 2017 to be eligible. GARMENTS
SIZE
QTY
PRICE
CPS Fleece Lined Jacket 6-16
$63.00
CPS Fleece Lined Jacket S-3XL
$67.50
Tunic 4-8
$58.50
Girls L/S Blouse, Boys L/S Shirt 4-30
$30.60
Grey Cargo Pants Oz Surf 4-16
$36.00
Grey Cargo Pants Oz Surf S-3XL
$37.80
Grey Double Knee Trousers 4-16
$34.20
Microfibre Trackpants 4-16
$36.00
Microfibre Trackpants S-3XL
$40.00
CPS Embroidered bucket hat
$10.80
2 pack knee high white socks
$11.65
3 pack short white socks
$14.35
3 pack short grey socks
$14.35
Sports polo 4-16
$20.00
Sports polo S-3XL
$22.75
Royal polar fleece jumper 4-14
$25.20
Royal polar fleece jumper S-3XL
$34.20
Navy Tights
$11.65
TOTAL
Please return order forms by 10th April 2017, To 119a Kendal St @ Mr Embroidery Email: mrembroidery@cowra.net.au Ph 6341 3163. Thankyou All form prices are reduced by Laybys Welcome orders cannot be picked up before 18th April
TOTAL
$
10%