Term 1, Week 5 ‐ Tuesday, 24 February 2015

 

 

MISSION STATEMENT Parkes Public School strives for excel lence in the education of responsible and respectful students in a safe learning community.

CONTACT US Principal

Mrs Leanne Breaden

77-85 Currajong Street PARKES NSW 2870

Ph: 6862 1702; 6862 1867

Fax: 6862 5047

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

Website: www.parkes-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

P C ASSOCIATION President

Denis Howard: 6863 4595

Secretary Keri MacGregor: 6863 1155

Treasurer Vivienne King: 6863 5168

SCHOOL COUNCIL President

David Bicket: 6862 3608

Congratulations to our 2015 Swimming Champions!!

Junior Boy: Liam Moody Junior Girl: Meg Turner Senior Boy: Michael Riley Senior Girl: Georgia McHugh-Douglas

Winning House: Wentworth Spirit Cup: Lawson

AECG MEETING Please note that the AECG meetings will be held this Wednesday, 25 February in our assembly hall. We would love more parents of our Aboriginal children to attend.

The Junior meeting will commence at 9.30am and the Senior meeting at 10.30am. Morning tea will be served between the meetings.

At the Junior meeting our schools' representatives, Emily, Joshua, Dylan and Levi will provide information about the programs operating at our school.

WORLD OF MATHS Year 5 and 6 students have been invited to attend a World of Maths workshop at Parkes High School this Friday. The students will attend the afternoon session with their teachers. Students will walk to Parkes High School and be back in time for buses. The cost of the workshop is $6.00 and students are asked to pay this by Wednesday. We encourage students to attend this exciting problem solving workshop.

SELECTIVE HIGH SCHOOL TEST will take place on Thursday, 12 March. This test is only for students who submitted an application last year. Parents should be notified details by mail or email. Contact Mrs Buchanan if you are unsure of procedures.

STUDENT SUPPORT OF CHARITIES Last year our P&C decided to support one charity per term. This term we will be supporting Red Cross.

We will hold a red day (students wear red clothing to school) and ask students to donate a gold coin. Our Red Day will be on Wednesday, 18 March.

THANK YOU to the very honest and sensible student who found a credit card in the playground and gave it to an adult who took it to the bank. The owner of the card is very appreciative!

Georgia, Liam and Meg. (Absent Michael Riley)

SUPA (Scripture Union Primary Age) Club SUPA Club is a group for Stage 3 students who meet regularly to have fun and learn about Jesus and the Christian life.

Year 5 and 6 students are invited to attend SUPA Club which will be held in the assembly hall every Thursday from 1.25-2.00pm. Mrs Breaden or Mrs Ward and Mr Middleton (our welfare officer) will lead SUPA Club.

All Year 5 and 6 students have been given a permission note and information regarding SUPA Club. This group is not mandatory and students must have a signed permission note to be able to attend.

SUPA Club will start this Thursday.

Canteen News Thank you to the parents who have offered to volunteer in the canteen this term. Don’t feel you have to volunteer the whole day. If you can, call in to help serve at recess from 11.00-11.30am or come in to help pack lunches and stay to help serve at lunch from 12.45-2.00pm.

All help is greatly appreciated, so come in and have a chat with Sam, Lisa or Mandy. We would love to see you!

This week the roster is as follows: Monday Closed Tuesday Help needed Wednesday Lynda Swain and Lyndal Ritchie Thursday Kate Smith and Mel Davis Friday Help needed Week 6 Roster - Tuesday, 2 to Friday, 6 March: Monday Closed Tuesday Help needed Wednesday Help needed Thursday Kate Smith Friday Help needed

Samantha Lydford K-2 Week 5 Infants Assembly 1B will be presenting an item at the Infants Assembly tomorrow, Wednesday, 25 February. Parents and friends are welcome to attend.

Thank you, Miss Bowkett

Year 2 Recorder Group Year 2 Recorder group is now full and all children in the group have received a note for parents. Recorder Group meets every Tuesday at 1.30pm after eating lunch. We meet in the STL room across the bag room from 1/2A. Children will need to bring their recorder and a plastic sleeve folder to keep music and notes in.

A huge ‘thank you’ to Ms Liz Barry who has made beautiful, new recorder covers for each child.

Mrs Peden

Lachlan Principal’s Network Meeting Mrs Breaden will be attending this network meeting on Thursday at Parkes East School.

Choir News Great singing last week everyone!

Choir will be held on Wednesday from 12.45-2.00pm. Members will be met at the primary gate at 12.45pm. We will eat lunch outside the AV room.

Mrs Leonard and Mrs Bland

Lost/Missing Property A maroon and navy Disneyland baseball was taken from Mr Roberts classroom last week. The ball is a similar size to a tennis ball.

Please return to Mr Roberts if found.

Mufti Days When you are awarded a Mufti Day, please ensure that mufti is only worn on a Monday (Infants) or Tuesday (Primary) and that suitable footwear (no thongs) is worn, as children do PE or fitness every day.

Late Arrival/Early Departure Parents, please remember that you must attend the front office to sign your child into school (and obtain a pass to give to the child’s teacher) if they arrive late to school.

Students leaving school early or to attend appointments must also be signed out at the front office

Kid’s Ark East Timor Money is collected Mondays. This week we collected $10.00.

DON’T FORGET  

World of Maths for Years 5 and 6

$6.00 due tomorrow

AECG Meetings Wednesday, 25 February

School Photos Tuesday, 10 March and Wednesday, 11 March

School Banking Banking books are to be placed in lunch order bins not in the office

boxes!

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Wednesday, 25 February .............. AECG Meetings Friday, 27 February ....................... Lachlan Cricket Trials World of Maths at Parkes High School Wednesday, 4 March .................... Western Tennis Trials Friday, 6 March ............................. Western Swimming Carnival Tues/Wed, 10-11 March ............... School Photos Thursday, 12 March ...................... Selective High School Test Monday, 16 March ........................ P& C Meeting Tuesday, 17 March ....................... Parkes High School Information Evening Wednesday, 18 March .................. Lachlan Soccer Trials Red Cross ‘Red Day’ Friday, 20 March ........................... Western Cricket Trials Western Girls Hockey Trials Friday, 27 March ........................... Western AFL Trials Monday, 30 March ........................ Western League Trials Thursday, 2 April ........................... Last Day Term 1 Tuesday, 21 April ......................... Term 2 Begins for Students

It was a delight to welcome so many parents to our P&C meeting last Monday night. It was very encouraging to have such a good attendance. It is extremely important to have a broad cross section of parents at our meetings because then the decisions that are made are reflective of many parents wishes and not just a few.

My congratulations to our new P&C executive: Mr Denis Howard - President Mrs Keri MacGregor - Secretary Mrs Vivienne King - Treasurer I am looking forward to working with you to do the best for our children.

Michael Grose has recently released an article, ‘Teach Children to Persist’. The ability to persist at a task and see it through to the end is one of the most important success attributes that you can develop in a child.

There are numerous times every day when young children must persist rather than give in. A young child learning to tie shoelaces must persist. A primary aged student must show determination to finish tasks.

Children need to be able to persist when work gets tough. They need stickability to work

through difficulties and hang in there when things don't go their way.

Some children are more naturally predisposed to persist than others. However, persistence is one temperamental factor that can be improved over time. Parents and teachers can develop persistence or impede its development by making life too easy for children so that they don't have opportunities to persist or hang in there!

Parents and teachers can promote persistence by encouraging their children to keep going and not give up at the slightest hurdle.

Words such as ‘you can do it’ are far more powerful in promoting an attitude of persistence than, ‘if it's a little hard try something else!’

Let children know there is a correlation between effort and success. By giving effort they are more likely to experience success.

Next week I will provide useful strategies to promote a sense of persistence in children.

Have a great week everyone!

Mrs Breaden

K‐2 LITERACY AWARDS The children who received the literacy awards and capes at the Infants Assembly were:

Kindergarten Angus MacGregor Sheridan Peter

Year 2 Nicholas McMaugh Annabelle Barnes Angelique Bland Max Longhurst

CONGRATULATIONS to the following infants students who have been awarded a mufti day:

Melinda McKeowen Creed Caldwell Gracie-Mae Cummings Shae-Lee Lord Shannon Reeves Sophie Tanks Tiah Watson Blake Brennan

Nash Moore Liam Ross Ciaran Smiroldo Katie Cornelissen Lila Gascoigne Matilda Haensch Gemma Jefferay Phoebe Longhurst

Hannah McIntyre Joshua Barnes Zachery Guy Jensen Venaglia Jacob MacRae Tia Dunn Samuel Quince Max Longhurst

White Merit Certificate Shamus Podetti Clarinda Thomas Ball 2M Joshua Ball 2E Samuel Riley 1H Tia Dunn 2E Isobel Chamberlain 2M Olivia Murray 4R

CONGRATULATIONS to the following students who gained a:

CONFIDENCE What is Confidence? Confidence is having faith in something or someone. It is a kind of trust. When you have self-confidence, you trust that you have what it takes to handle whatever happens. You feel sure of yourself and enjoy trying new things. When you are confident in others, you rely on them and confide in them.

Why Practise Confidence? Without confidence, fears and doubts hold us back. We feel worried and uncertain, and afraid of making a mistake. With confidence, we try new things and learn all the time.

How Do You Practise Confidence? Practising confidence is knowing you are worthwhile whether you win or lose, succeed or fail. You feel sure of yourself and gladly learn from your mistakes. You don’t allow doubt or fear to stop you. You try lots of new things and discover what you are best at. You think positively. You have confidence in life, trusting that all things work together for good.

Dear Parents/Carers

A student in our school has been diagnosed with hand, foot and mouth disease. Apparently it is circulating in the pre-schools and some other schools in town. Hand, foot and mouth disease is a very common viral disease of childhood which is easily passed from person to person. It usually causes a mild illness. It is not at all related to the foot and mouth disease that affects animals. Good hygiene helps prevent infection.

It is highly contagious and students with hand, foot and mouth disease cannot attend school until all the blisters have dried.

SYMPTOMS: Blisters that start as small red dots which later become ulcers. Blisters appear inside the cheeks, gums, and on the sides of the tongue, as well as on the hands and feet. In infants, sometimes blisters can be seen in the nappy area. Blisters usually last for seven to 10 days.

Children can sometimes have a low fever, sore throat, tiredness, feel off colour and may be off their food for a day or two.

Very rarely, it can cause other illnesses that affect the heart, brain, lining of the brain (meningitis), lungs, or eyes.

DIAGNOSIS: The doctor can diagnose hand, foot and mouth disease based on the symptoms.

TREATMENT: Usually no treatment is needed. Paracetamol will relieve fever and discomfort. Do not give children aspirin. If the headache is severe, or if fever persists, consult a doctor.

For more information go to: http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/handfootmouth.aspx

Name: Brody Clarke

Age: 10

Class: 6B

Teacher: Mrs Buchanan

Teacher comments: As a leader in our school, Brody is a great role model. He is an enthusiastic participant in all school activities. Brody is a talented and skilful sports person and he enjoys playing a variety of sports, though he is especially passionate about cricket.

Favourite activities: Playing sport, hanging out with my friends and reading.

What career interests you? A professional sport player because I love sport.

Name: Courtney Sinclair

Age: 11 (turning 12 in October)

Class: 5/6W

Teacher: Mrs Whitchurch

Teacher comments: Courtney is a diligent worker. She is well organised and her bookwork is always excellent. Courtney displays care and tolerance for others at all times.

Favourite activities: Maths.

What career interests you? I would like to be a vet.

Swimming Carnival On Friday, 13 February Parkes Public School held the swimming carnival for 2015. It was great to see an increase in participation from many of our primary students this year.

We are especially thankful for all the parent assistance on the day with timekeeping.

Age Champions: 8 years girl Phoebe Usher 9 years girl Zoe Anderson 9 years boy Thomas McIntyre 10 years girl Meg Turner 10 years boy Liam Moody 11years girl Jordan Moody 11years boy Brody Clarke 12 years girl Georgia McHugh-Douglas 12 years boy Michael Riley 13 years girl Melissa McCreadie

Champions: Junior boy champion Liam Moody Junior girl champion Meg Turner Senior Boy champion Michael Riley Senior Girl Champion Georgia McHugh-Douglas Winning House: Wentworth Spirit Cup: Lawson Lachlan Swimming Carnival 27 students travelled to Condobolin last Friday to compete in the Lachlan meet. We had some fabulous results and personal bests by students. The following children will be representing at Dubbo at the Western carnival on Friday, 6 March as members of the Lachlan Swimming Team for 2015: Meg Turner, Lucy Turner, Melissa McCreadie, Liam Moody, Lily Leonard, Hanna Jefferay, Thomas McIntyre, Ava Hayes, Samantha Riley, Kaid Lydford and Harmih Turnbull

Thank you, Mrs Dolbel

Girls Netball Trials Trials for the girls netball team will be held in Term 1, Week 6 on Monday, 2 March and Thursday, 5 March. Trials will be held on both days from 3.30-4.30pm at the McGlynn Park netball courts. Girls must attend at least one trial to be considered for the team. If you did not receive a note regarding this, please see Miss Bowkett for further details.

Thank you, Miss Bowkett

PSSA Boys Cricket On Wednesday, 18 February the Parkes Public Boys Cricket Team played a match against Middleton Public School at Keast Park in Parkes. The boys, who have been trained by Mr Clinton Hawke and Mr Blake Smith, have been working hard and were keen to get out and play their first game.

Middleton won the toss and elected to bat. They were bowled out for just 19 with Hunter Hawke, Wilson Duffy, Harry Jones, Tobey Thorne and Joseph Tanswell taking the wickets. A special mention to Michael Riley who fielded well and took two great catches.

Henry Johns (8) and Michael Riley (4) together scored the runs in the first three overs to record our first win. All the boys were then given the opportunity to bat for three overs to prepare themselves for their next round match against Molong.

The boys would like to thank Clinton Hawke and Blake Smith for taking time out of work to assist on the day and Dane Thorne for scoring for them.

2015 Lachlan Cricket Trials The 2015 Lachlan Cricket Trials will be held in Parkes on the Friday, 27 February. The trials are held to select a team to trial for the Western Cricket Team in Dubbo on Friday, 20 March.

Players have been selected and the following boys will represent Parkes Public at the trials: Wilson Duffy, Hunter Hawke, Zayne Ehsman and Ryan Dunford. These students have received a note with dates and further information.

Good luck, boys! Miss Heraghty

Boys and Girls Soccer Tryouts Soccer try outs for the Parkes Public School Boys and Girls Soccer Teams have been scheduled for Tuesday, 3 and Wednesday 4 March. The tryouts will begin at 4.30pm and conclude at 5.30pm. They will be held at Harrison Park.

Students unable to attend either one or other of the tryouts must notify Mrs Watson or Mrs Ward in advance.

All students need to wear shin pads and bring a water bottle.

Thank you, Mrs Watson and Mrs Ward

Dear Parents and Students of Parkes Public School

Your photo days are: Tuesday, 10 and Wednesday, 11 March.

This year your school photos will be available to order online - it’s quick, easy and secure (PayPal/Credit Card). No envelopes will be handed out, but each child will bring home a slip with their unique ‘SHOOT KEY’. If you don’t have one, please email us: cliff@cliffdykes.com.au

To order just go to our Website www.cliffdykes.com.au select “Order Online” set up an account enter your shoot key click on your child’s image and select your preferred background select your package if you wish to enter another child’s code, just click ‘Change Shoot’ from the menu once you have completed your orders, go to checkout. Packages range from $15.00 to $40.00.

All packages ordered within 21 days of photo day will be returned to Parkes Public School. After 21 days a postage and handling fee of $7.95 will be added to the purchase price and the package will be posted to you.

Family Photo Envelopes will be available at the school office. There are two options available for Family Photos, priced $30.00 or $40.00. Please send in on photo day.

Please contact our Production Centre if you have any problems on 6342 3070 or email at cliff@cliffdykes.com.au

Thank you and please enjoy your photographs. Cliff and Kay Dykes

Have you heard of Parent Line? Parent Line NSW provides a 7-day-a-week service for parents who may need to discuss problems, gain new insight and be referred to face-to-face services. The professional counsellors with expertise in working with families with complex issues provide emotional support, well-researched parenting strategies and up-to-date information.

Parent Line NSW is a state funded program managed by Catholic Care Sydney. In the last financial year the program provided counselling, support and information to more than 7000 people who were involved in raising a child. Forty per cent of callers have used the service before and have found it so helpful they have called back. Parent Line helps parents with a wide range of issues including behavioural problems, separation anxiety, other child mental health concerns, child development, bullying and child issues around parental separation. Parent Line also helps parents manage stress around their parenting.

Parent Line NSW also manages the ADHC funded Early Childhood Intervention Information Line for families who have questions or concerns about their child’s development or who have a child 0-6 years who has been diagnosed with a disability. Parents can seek support and guidance about understanding what this means to their family and in finding support services for their child.

Free Parent Line publicity material is available on www.parentline.org.au and the Parenting Counsellors can be accessed for the cost of a local call from a landline (some charges apply to mobile phones) on 1300 1300 52.

Kidzcare at Parkes PCYC Parkes PCYC after school care program is back in operation for 2015.

Our new KidzCare co-ordinator Susan Starr has lots of new exciting activities for the children to enjoy. Activities include craft, IKI/fitness, games, science and discovery and cooking. A new activity will be available each day and will cycle to a different day each week over a five week period.

KidzCare is a Child Care Benefit subsidised After School and Vacation Care program for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. It runs from 3.00pm to 6.00pm during school terms and 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday in school holiday periods.

Children are supervised by PCYC staff and volunteers, all of whom have had Working with Children Checks completed. KidzCare is registered under the National Quality Standard and applies the National Quality Framework.

We hope to see your smiling face soon! If you have any questions please contact us on the details below: Enquiries: Amanda Sutton - KidzCare Co-Ordinator Phone: 6862 3825 Email: asutton@pcycnsw.org.au Website: www.pcycnsw.org.au/parkes

Please email Parkes PCYC to receive further updates regarding events and programs by email.

Comic Creators Up Close and Personal They have a few different names - 'comics', 'cartoons', even 'graphic novels'. While labeled different things, they all share the same characteristics - words and pictures arranged on a page.

On Saturday, 14 and Sunday, 15 March Parkes Shire Library, Parkes High School and Kings Comics will celebrate this unique genre of literature with a dedicated festival, the Central West Comics Festival (CWComicsFest).

CWComicsFest offers something for all ages - workshops for children, youth and adults, Alison Lester picture book art exhibition, Cosplay, comic panel conversation, and most importantly, opportunities for fans to meet comic creators, purchase comics and pop culture merchandise.

Workshops will include a step-by-step workshop on creating monsters, people and other characters, a comics taste test, story time and a narrative planning workshop. W. Chew 'Chewie' Chan will hold a ‘Make a Superhero Comic Page’ workshop, while Marcel Baez will hold a ‘Drawing Cartoon’ workshop. On Sunday, 15 March there will be a comic conversation with artist and audience discussion.

Tickets for all events (even the free ones) must be purchased or booked. Tickets for the events can be obtained at Parkes Library or Parkes Stationery and Office Furniture. Numbers are limited for all events.

Keep up to date by following Parkes Library twitter - ParkesLibrary, or Facebook - ‘Central West Comics Fest’. The Festival Program can be downloaded from Council's website www.parkes.nsw.gov.au.

Come and try Rugby! Every Friday from 5.30-6.30pm at Spicer Oval, starting Friday, 6 March.

Under 7’s, 9’s and 11’s.

Cost: $10.00 for Try Rugby Program. You can register on any Friday night from 6 March until 1 May.

For further information and registration contact Richard Rice on 0428 623 210.