and 3. Both Rugby League and Netball were

on offer on the day, with perfect weather and

wonderful organisation ensuring the success of

these events. A huge thank you to the children

for their wonderful sportsmanship and also to

the teachers and staff involved in coaching.

Yesterday we also ran the first Adventure Club

day which went exceptionally well. The

children were involved in rock climbing,

bushwalking, caving, going on a flying fox and

going in a cave behind a huge waterfall. All

children had a great time that saw them very

tired by the end of the day. Next term the

Adventure Club will return and all children are

eligible to be involved.

We also saw two of our students make

representative teams this week with Luke Kinsey

chosen for Western Region AFL and Josh

Pokoney being chosen for Western Rugby

League. We wish the boys the best of luck

heading towards the state carnivals that will be

held later in the year.

Anja Gower and Isabella Scammell are

currently involved in swimming at the State

Championships and we are sure they will be

performing well.

A very exciting event that occurred last week

involved our school captain Lindsay Munro.

Lindsay travelled to Sydney with Mr Murray

where he presented a speech at a Teachers

Federation Conference. Standing alone in front

of over 100 delegates Lindsay put forward an

outstanding presentation that achieved a

standing ovation. To say that the school and

wider community of Cowra are proud of

Lindsay would be an understatement. Well

done Lindsay.

Cowra Public School has been successfully

implementing the Positive Behaviour Learning

NSW Department of Education and Communities

Cowra Public School

NEWS

10 April 2014 Term 1, Week 11 PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

FOR YOUR DIARY

APRIL

11 Infants Easter Hat Parade

11 Last day of Term 1

28 Pupil Free Day

29 Students return for Term 2

MAY

1 Infants Singing 12.30pm in

Infants Open Space

2 P & C catering fundraiser

9 Mother’s Day stall

15 St 3 Pie Drive closes

20 Stage 2 excursion to Canberra

Zoo

23 Pies delivered

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-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

DEPT.HEALTH DENTAL CLINIC: 1300 552 208

Dear Parents

As we come to the end of what seems an

incredibly busy term we can reflect on

tremendous effort shown throughout the school.

Each class has worked tirelessly in completing

tasks and programs that has resulted in strong

progress by all students.

This week we are looking forward to our Anzac

service at school which will be held tomorrow,

Friday, 11 April . The children will be involved in an

assembly service signifying the commitment and

service of our servicemen and women. During the

holiday the school will be participating in the

Cowra Anzac Day march on Friday 25 April, and

we encourage our students to join with the school

to march. Full winter uniform is to be worn and the

children are to meet outside the Services club

prior to the march at 10.20am.

As Easter is just around the corner we are also

looking forward to the Easter Hat Parade being

held tomorrow, Friday at 9.30am. The children

have been very excited in stage 1 getting ready

for this event in preparing their hats.

This week the school has been involved in a huge

gala day of sport involving all children in Stages 2

program since 2008. Over that time we

have experienced significant

improvement in student outcomes both

academically and behaviourally.

As in all programs constant review and

adjustment is necessary to ensure ongoing

effectiveness. To strengthen and simplify

our acknowledgement of successful

learning behaviours we are introducing

separate infants and primary gotcha

attainment levels. This will ensure that our

Infants’ children will have had the

opportunity to attain the highest level

within their early years of school and then

recommence throughout their primary

years.

Term 2 will see the commencement of the

new level system. Whilst Infants’ children

will largely remain unaffected the primary

students will have some adjustments

made to their levels and awards. We are

looking forward to our new certificates,

medals, bars and trophies and the

introduction of our wall of fame later in

the year.

Lastly I would like to wish everyone a safe

and happy Easter holiday break. I

encourage all parents and carers to take

the time over the break to read with their

children. As always I would also like to

instruct all children to wear the

appropriate equipment (helmet) if riding

a bike these holidays and to watch for

traffic if they are riding on or near the

road. Have a great break and we look

forward to seeing everyone return on

Tuesday, 29 April.

Regards

Brad Tom

STAGE 3 PIE DRIVE

Stage 3 students are holding a Pie Drive to assist with costs for their excursion to

Canberra this year.

A Pie Drive order form is attached to this newsletter and as winter is fast approaching this

is an excellent opportunity to stock your freezer with mouth watering pies from Roberts

Bakery in Orange.

Orders for the pies need to be in by Thursday, 15 May 2014 and the pies will be

delivered to school on Friday 23 May 2014.

There will be a prize for the most pies sold by a student.

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INFANTS ASSEMBLIES

Infants assemblies will now be held every

second Thursday, i.e. even weeks. The

assemblies will be held in the Infants Open

Space and commence at 2.00pm and finish

at 2.30pm when the children will return to

their classrooms.

At these assemblies students will be receiving

Merit Certificates and PBL awards.

Every alternate Thursday (not assembly

week) from 12.30pm until 1.00pm the Infants

will be holding combined singing in the

Infants Open Space. All parents are invited to

come along and listen to the children

singing.

PRIMARY ASSEMBLIES

The Primary will also be holding their

assemblies every second Thursday, i.e. even

weeks at 2.30pm in the school auditorium.

The assemblies will include the Year 6 Public

Speaking and Merit Certificates will also be

presented on the day.

Assemblies for both Infants and Primary next

term will be held on:

Week 4: Thursday, 22 May

Week 6: Thursday, 5 June

COMBINED ASSEMBLIES

The school will be holding combined

assemblies twice a term. At these assemblies

the Infants and Primary Aussies of the Month

will be announced and the children will be

presented with their awards.

Week 2: Thursday, 8 May

Week 8: Thursday, 19 June

COWRA EISTEDDFOD

Infants & Primary Choir

Friday, 16 May

Stage 3 Verse Speaking Choir

Tuesday, 20 May

E2-3 & H2-3 Performance

Wednesday, 21 May

Dancing

Monday, 2 June

Instrumental Band

Wednesday, 4 June

More information next term

TERM 2 DATES

Monday, 28 April ~

Pupil Free Day

Tuesday, 29 April ~

Students return

YR 6 TRANSITION TO

COWRA HIGH SCHOOL

Each Tuesday for the rest of the year,

Year 6 students attend Cowra High

School for transition into Year 7 next

year.

All students need to be in full school

uniform with correct closed in shoes.

This is an OH & S requirement.

PBL REWARD DAY

Tomorrow the school will be holding a

PBL Reward afternoon for students who

have not received a blue slip in the last

5 weeks of term.

This is a whole school afternoon (K-6)

where students will be allowed to bring

in electronic games, board games,

card games etc. and craft activities.

INFANTS MERIT AWARDS:

Mathew McIntosh, Matilda Sowter, Jaxon

Simms, Haylie Ingram, William Leatherland,

Samantha Riley, Candice Meeuwisse,

Chamberlain Gillham, Niamh Webster,

McKay Sullivan, Jack Forbes, Logan

Barham, Nathan Cheng, Sabion

McKeown, Charlie Peterson, Zara Wright,

Daniel Bakini, Felicity Bolton,

PRIMARY MERIT AWARDS:

Hayden Gailey, Jessica D’Elboux, Dylan

Miller, Louis Johnson, Kayla Hall, Janieva

Pollard, Jessica Graham, Tom Coghlan,

Tyahla Munro, Nikolai Paki, Will Graham,

Benson Sullivan, Jack Druery, Sonny

Eastwood, Courtney Wright, Sean Smith,

Marcus O’Connor, Luke Kinsey, Patrick

Lazarou, Lewis McFarland, Gregory Hynes-

Brien, Memphis McKeown, Jayelem

Cutmore.

PBL AWARDS

240 Gotcha Award: Lindsay Munro, Cailin

McKay, Lachlan Devlin, Mac Webster,

Dylan Miller

200 Gotcha Award: Archie Osborne

200 Gotcha Award: Tobi Casey

180 Gotcha Award: Katie Collins,

Christopher Brown

160 Gotcha Award: Sonny Eastwood, Luke

Kinsey, Will Graham, Chloe Horne

140 Gotcha Award: Abbey Druery, Jake

Roberts

120 Gotcha Award: Jack Croker

100 Gotcha Award: Tallis Bell

80 Gotcha Award: Damian Bell, Emmett

Langton

60 Gotcha Award: Mason Russell

40 Gotcha Award: Felicity Bolton, Charlie

Peterson, Connor McMahon, Murray

Devlin

20 Gotcha Award: Nathan Cheng, Sophie

Saxby

COWRA PUBLIC

SCHOOL ADVENTURE

DAY

Yesterday fourteen students took part in

an Adventure Club Day. The Club is

designed to recognise the outstanding

work of children during the term and

their strong attendance at school. This is

a reward program where a maximum of

fourteen students a term have a day full

of adventure.

The group travelled to Mt Canobolas

(Orange) where the children completed

several activities during the day

including climbing to the summit of Mt

Towac and the Pinnacle followed by

morning tea at Lake Canobolas. The

group then travelled to the Borenore

Caves where the children explored the

main cave.

After lunch the children travelled to the

base of the Federal Falls where they had

great fun!!

This is a very enjoyable day and all

children had a fantastic time.

N A I D O C P U B L I C

SPEAKING

Last Friday, Lindsay Munro delivered his

2013 NAIDOC Public Speaking speech

at the Teacher’s Federation Conference

in Sydney.

Lindsay did a wonderful presentation

and was a great ambassador for Cowra

Public School. Well done, Lindsay!

Thank you to Mr Albert Murray and Mr

Dean Murray for accompanying Lindsay

to Sydney.

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STAGE 2 EXCURSION TO CANBERRA

ZOO

On Tuesday, 20 May, Stage 2 children have the opportunity to

participate in a day excursion to Canberra Zoo. The excursion

will tie in with work being studied on endangered animals and

Australian fauna,

The cost is $42.00, which must be paid at the school’s office

before Friday, 9 May 2014.

Payments can be made in instalments (e.g.$10.00 a week).

What To Bring/Wear (in a sturdy bag/back-pack):

Suitable mufti attire, including sensible closed in shoes

Hat, sunscreen, insect repellent (raincoat, if weather

indicates)

Pocket money for souvenirs (maximum $20)

Morning tea, lunch , afternoon tea

Drink bottle

Camera (optional)

The bus will depart Cowra Public School at 7.30am and return at

approximately 5.00pm.

Any medication your child may

need on the day should be given to

the class teacher. The child’s name

and instructions for administering

must be clearly shown.

Kathryn Macnamara

Stage 2 Assistant Principal

Cowra Public School

NOW ACCEPTING PAYMENT FOR:-

SCHOOL CONTRIBUTION: $30 per student, with a family

maximum of $60. Payment would be appreciated this term.

STAGE 2 EXCURSION TO CANBERRA ZOO: Tuesday, 20 May

2014. $42.00 or instalments of $10.00. Closes

Friday, 9 May 2014.

STAGE 3 EXCURSION TO CANBERRA: Deposit

of $72.00 by 24th July. Total cost: $272.00

(this could be reduced depending on how

much money the Stage 3 Pie Drive raises).

INFANTS HAT PARADE

The Infants (K-2) will be holding an

Easter Hat Parade on tomorrow, Friday,

11 April (last day of Term 1).

Students will be making their hats in their classrooms during

the next two weeks.

If parents have any ideas or wish to assist with their child’s

hat making, please contact their child’s class teacher.

The parade will take place at 9.30am in the school

auditorium and all parents are invited to attend.

ANZAC DAY

The official Cowra ANZAC Day march

will be held on Friday, 25 April, which

is the second Friday of the school

holidays.

We encourage as many students as possible to be involved in

the march. Captains, Vice Captains, Prefects and all students

have been invited to attend. Students and staff will be meeting

at 10.20am at the Cowra RSL Club for the laying of the wreaths

before the march down Kendal Street to the Cenotaph and the

ANZAC Day ceremony.

Students are to wear full school winter uniform.

A note has gone home inviting all students to attend. Please fill

in the permission slip and return it to the school by Friday, 11 April.

STAGE 3 CANBERRA EXCURSION

This year, children from Stage 3, have the opportunity

during Term 4 to take part in a three day excursion to

Canberra. This excursion is the culmination of the Stage 3

HSIE unit on Government and it is also an enjoyable social

experience for all those involved.

The excursion will occur: Wednesday, 10th December to

Friday, 12th December 2014.

Accommodation: will be at Camp Cottermouth.

The cost will be $272 per student, this amount may vary

depending on the number of students attending and the

amount of profit generated by the PIE DRIVE. This includes

ALL costs, except for lunch on the first day. The itinerary for

the excursion will be sent home early in Term 4.

All students wishing to participate in the excursion must

have paid $72 by Thursday, 24th July and the excursion

paid in full by 20th November.

Payment options:

1. Pay $72 deposit by Thursday, 24th July and then $14—

$15 each week so you have paid in full by 20th

November.

2. Start paying $12-$15 each week now, you will have paid

$72 and the full amount, before the due date.

3. Pay in 5 instalments NO LATER than the following dates:

24th July $72

21 August $50

18 September $50

23 October $50

20 November $50

If you require further information, please do not hesitate to

contact Stage 3 teachers.

A firm indication of the number of Stage 3

students participating in the excursion is vital.

Please indicate on the slip sent home whether

your child will be attending and return the slip

to the school by Friday, 9th May. If you indicate that your child will be attending please be

aware that we will regard this as a firm

commitment and we will make bookings

accordingly.

SCHOOL FEES

Each year the school asks families to pay

a small contribution towards the cost of

their child’s education.

This contribution helps to cover the cost

of books, paper and other items used by

every child.

The school has set the fee at $30 per

child with a family maximum of $60. This

equates to approximately 15c per day.

The receipt of your contribution would be

very much appreciated and payment

can be made at the school office.

NAPLAN TESTING

NAPLAN testing for Year 3 and Year 5

students begins next term.

Language Conventions and Writing

Tuesday, 13 May

Reading

Wednesday, 14 May

Numeracy Thursday, 15 May

Catch-up day

Friday, 16 May - Catch up day

It is very important that the students attend

on these days and are on time in getting to

school.

UNIVERSITY OF NSW

COMPETITIONS

The University of NSW’s, International

Competition and Assessment for Schools is

the largest independent competition and

assessment program for schools in

Australia. It is also delivered to over 20

countries.

Students in Years 3 to 6 were invited and

encouraged to enter the following ICAS

subjects:

Dates for sitting the exams

Computer Skills: Tuesday, 20 May

Science: Wednesday, 4 June

Writing: Monday, 16 June

Spelling: Tuesday, 17 June

English: Tuesday, 29 July

Mathematics: Tuesday, 12 August

Entries have now closed!

RTA ADVICE BUS

TRAVEL

Students will only be allowed to

travel on the bus for which they

have a bus pass.

If a different route is required, the

bus company must be contacted

prior to the day. If your child needs

to catch a different bus for any

reason, you need to contact the

bus company and the school.

Cowra Bus Company phone

number: 6342 1021

SCHOOL BANKING WITH

THE COMMONWEALTH

BANK

What a fantastic start to Term 1!

We have welcomed plenty of new

bankers. Yesterday was the first round of

consistent saver awards. These awards

were given to students who have banked

every week. The recipients of these awards

were:

Braith Gain

Danny Quinn

Derwin Le

Roderick Le

Keep collecting your tokens to earn your

rewards and remember to hand in your

book to the office every Wednesday.

If you wish your child to start banking,

please contact the school office.

GIRLS’ ABORIGINAL

DANCE GROUP

Last Tuesday three girls from Cowra

Public School Aboriginal Dance Group

participated in the Opening Ceremony

for Catapult in Bathurst. Catapult is the

national youth Circus and Physical

Theatre Festival . The Festival ran for a

week in Bathurst. The festival brought

artist and young people within

surrounding districts together inspiring

them to build on their skills and self-

confidence.

What a great opportunity for Teagan

Drage, Jayarna Pattinson-McGrath and

Brooke Graham. The three students

performed magnificently and really

enjoyed the experience.

Prue James

Girls’ Group Coordinator

STAGE 3 PIE DRIVE

Stage 3 students are holding a Pie

Drive to assist with costs for their

excursion to Canberra this year. The

excursion will take place in Term 4

and more information will be sent

out early Term 4.

Depending on how much is raised,

the final amount for the excursion

could be revised.

A Pie Drive order form is attached

to this newsletter and as winter is

fast approaching this is an

excellent opportunity to stock your

freezer with mouth watering pies

from Roberts Bakery in Orange.

Orders for the pies need to be in by

Thursday, 15 May 2014 and the pies

will be delivered to school on Friday

23 May 2014.

There will be a prize for the most

pies sold by a student.

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SPORT

DISTRICT CROSS COUNTRY

The District Cross Country will be held at the Koorawatha

Showgrounds, Koorawatha on Monday, 2 June 2014.

Transport to and from Koorawatha will be by private vehicle.

Those students not able to arrange transport need to contact

the school ASAP.

Parents who travel to Koorawatha by car may take their child

directly home. Miss Parker and Ms Kelly will accompany the

team.

Suggested program:

9.30am Assemble at the Cowra Public School tent

10.00am First event (no walking the course)

Order:

10 year boys (2000m) 10 year girls (2000m)

8/9 year boys (2000m) 8/9 year girls (2000m)

11 year boys (3000m) 11 year girls (3000m)

12/13 year boys (3000m) 12/13 year girls (3000m)

Uniform: Cowra Public School runners will wear CPS sports t-

shirt and sports shorts, and a compulsory identification tag

(provided by the school).

The first six placegetters in each event qualify for the Regional

Trials, being held in Wellington on 11 June 2014. Students

need to organise their own transport to and from Wellington.

Congratulations to the following runners who qualified to

represent Cowra Public School at the District Carnival.

Boys Girls

8 years

David Simms Candice Meeuwisse

Tom Coghlan Hallie Wolfenden

Benson Sullivan Nicola Anslow

Hunter Reid

9 years

Jake Roberts Eliza Mulligan

Tom Carter Louise Woods

Hayden Gailey Lucy Scammell

Nikolai Paki Chloe Horne

Jace Tarrant Krystal White

Joshua Anslow

10 years

Mac Webster Ella Meeuwisse

Joel Edgerton Anja Gower

Myles Miller Cailin McKay

Blake Graham Abby Wilson

Kimball Sullivan Alana Carey

Gary Cheng Krystal Moriarty

11 years

Harley Simms Madeleine Mulligan

Cambell White Isabella Scammell

Jake Camps Tess Roberts

Glenn Saxby Brooke Graham

Lewis McFarland Chelsey Howarth

Jordan Ryan Isabelle Kacarovski

12/13 years

Luke Kinsey Chloe Wolfenden

Joshua Pokoney Ella Roberts

Lindsay Munro Natasha Planicka

Jayelem Simpson Jayarna Pattinson-McGrath

Marcus O’Connor Crystal Holmes

Isaiha Bridge Ashleigh Saunders

Cowra Public School

WESTERN REGION AFL

Congratulations to Luke Kinsey who

was chosen in the Western Region AFL

side last week. Luke will now compete

in the Regional team during the year.

WESTERN REGION RUGBY LEAGUE

SELECTION TRIALS - DUBBO

On Monday, 7 April, seven students from Cowra Public School

travelled to Dubbo to try out for selection in the Under 11’s and

Open Western Region Rugby League teams. These students

played up to four games throughout the day with selectors

working overtime to try and pick the best possible sides to

compete at the state trials.

At the end of the day Harlee Simms was selected in the Under

11’s possibles and probable side. These two teams then had to

play off against each other. Unfortunately, Harlee missed out on

Western Region selection.

Joshua Pokoney and Luke Kinsey were then selected in the

Open’s possibles and probable sides. From this game, Joshua

gained selection as five eighth in the Western Region team whilst

Luke gained selection as a shadow reserve. Joshua will join this

team later in the year at Tweed Heads for the NSW State

Championships.

If any players is injured or unable to attend these championships,

Luke could then gain selection.

All Cowra Public School boys tried their hardest on Monday and

must be congratulated for their sportsmanship and ability. You

are a credit to our school, your families and yourselves.

The boys who went to Dubbo:

Under 11’s

Harlee Simms

Joel Edgerton

Open team

Joshua Pokoney

Luke Kinsey

Lindsay Munro

Blake Williams

Sonny Eastwood

Albert Murray

Coach

Luke Kinsey Shadow Reserve

Open team

Harlee Simms Possibles & Probable

team

Joshua Pokoney Western Region

Open team

MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR THE P & C

The Cowra Public School P & C has accepted a large

catering job as a fundraiser for the school this year. The

fundraiser is on Friday, 2 May.

There are various different kinds of help required - eg

pre-made cakes/slices, fruit platters sliced and delivered

on the day, and assistance with preparation, serving and

clearing up on the day.

However small, any contribution will be greatly

appreciated!

If you feel you could assist in some way please email

pm2006@bigpond.net.au.

Many thanks to those who have already offered their

help (you do not need to contact me again). I will make

contact closer to the time.

Pip Fagan

RUGBY LEAGUE DAVID PEACHEY SHIELD TEAM

Back Row: (Left to right) Jeff Lynch (Canberra Raiders),

Marcus O”Connor, Sonny Eastwood, David Peachey,

(former Sydney NRL Football player) Joshua Pokoney, Kyle

Murray, Shannon Boyd (Canberra Raiders),

Front Row: (Left to right) Jayelem Cutmore, Harlee Simms,

Luke Kinsey, Blake Williams, Lindsay Munro

PEACHY-RICHARDSON SHEILD - RUGBY

LEAGUE GALA DAY

On Tuesday, 8 April Cowra District schools competed in the Annual

David Peachey - Russell Richardson Shield Rugby League Gala Day.

Over 300 children from Cowra Public, Mulyan, St Rapael’s, St Edward’s,

Canowindra, Canowindra Public and Forbes North participated in both

competitive and non-competitive competitions. Cowra Public School

fielded our largest number of students ever with over 90 boys and girls

taking part.

All children participated to the best of their abilities and came away

with a better understanding of the game of rugby league. Games

consisted of seven players per side on the field and were supervised

under the NRL safe play code. Year 11 students from Cowra High and

Forbes High were referees and paid particular attention to ensure all

kids were safe, getting a fair go and most of all enjoying themselves. We

would like to thank the referees for helping our children have a great

day.

Each team played at least three games and although the weather was

a little warm all kids participated in the right spirit. The non-competitive

teams played a round robin format of games with the emphasis on

learning key concepts of the game. Their games were not so much of

who won, but more of getting in and having a go. Most of these kids

had never played footy before so it was fantastic to see these children

getting out of their comfort zone.

The competitive competition was more for the children who play rugby

league on a regular basis and have the required skill level to compete

against other children with similar skills. Cowra Public had one Stage 2

and one Stage 3 team. The Stage 2 team finished with one victory from

three games. Mr Garlick (coach) was very pleased with the way the

players conducted themselves. They played hard but fair and really got

into the spirit of the day. The Stage 3 team had a successful day

winning four of the five games. Unfortunately their only loss came in the

final against a much stronger St. Raphael’s team. Although losing the

final, the team will still get to compete at the Western Region Peachy

Shield finals in Dubbo next term.

Congratulations to all children who participated on Tuesday. It was

wonderful to see kids running around, meeting new people but most of

all, enjoying themselves. A huge thank you to Mrs Duncan, Mrs Oborn,

Mr Lewis and Mr Garlick for coaching and supervising the teams. Also a

very special thank you Kobe Murray (Cowra High) for giving up his day

to help coach the Stage 3 competitive team. The boys really

appreciated his enthusiasm and knowledge of the game.

Albert Murray

Stage 3 Coach

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P & C

SPORT Continued

NETBALL GALA DAY

On Tuesday, 8 April, Stages 2 and 3 participated in a

Netball Gala Day at Col Stinson Park.

Amidst a relaxed and non-competitive atmosphere all

students participated keenly in five games of netball

against St Raphael’s, Mulyan and Holmwood Public

Schools.

For some Cowra students the game of netball was all

new to them. Despite this, however, they were eager

to listen to advice and participated enthusiastically.

Lacie McKeown, Nakeya Ryan and Blake Graham

were among these new recruits who performed

admirably. Blake was a natural as a goal shooter - I

lost count of how many goals he scored throughout

the day!

The more ‘seasoned’ netballers displayed their

prowess with flair. Their experience in netball was

obvious with their ‘tight’ team work in moving the ball

quickly down the court and scoring goals. Some

notables on the day were Jazmyn Carter, Nikita

Frappell and the dynamic goal shooter, Jessica

Henderson.

Overall the Gala Day was a great success for all

schools. The organisation of the event was excellent

and the day ran very smoothly. Cowra Public School

students were outstanding in their team work,

sportsmanship and behaviour.

Di Parker

Netball convenor

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COMMUNITY

COWRA JUNIOR SOCCER 2014

The last opportunity for on time junior soccer registration is this

weekend.

Club officials will be at the canteen at Edgell Park on the following

dates to help with registration and take payment:

Friday 4 April from 5-6

Saturday 5 April from 9-12

Registration (and payment) can also be done

online through myfootballclub.com.au until

Sunday morning.

Cost:

5s to 8s $60

9s to 16s $90

An additional $10 fee will apply for any late registrations after

Saturday 5 April.

A discount is available for families registering more than three

children.

For any enquiries, email registrar@cowrasoccer.org.au

SCHOOL HOLIDAY TENNIS CLINIC Helen Garratt Tennis Coaching

Tennis Australia Club Professional Coach

Email: handlgarratt@bigpond.com

Mob: 0407139164 Ph: 63428447

DATE: Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th April

VENUE: Cowra Tennis Club

TIME: 9.30am – 4.30pm (Early drop off and later pick up available

if required)

PROGRAM

9.30am -12pm: Skills, technique, fitness and various tennis

activities.

12 – 1pm: Lunch break (children to bring own lunches, snacks

and drinks)

1 – 4.30 pm: Match play and ball machine.

Racquets are available if you don’t have one.

COST

Morning session 9.30am -12pm: $30 per student per day

Afternoon session 1-4.30 pm: $30 per student per day Both sessions: $50 per day per student

2 full days: $90 per student

Beginners, intermediate and advanced players catered for.

Prizes to be won

Enrolments are to be made to Helen Garratt by phone or

email

PRIMARY SCHOOLS – PCYC

M I X E D B A S K E T B A L L

CHAMPIONSHIP

Junior basketball at PCYC will be moving to a new level in

term two with the introduction of the PCYC Primary School

Challenge.

As well as the skills session offered on both Monday and

Wednesday, players, both boys and girls, will be placed in

their “school” teams and play for the right to be known as

the Cowra PCYC Primary Schools Champion. This

competition will run each week through term two with finals

on 16th and 18th June. Schools may have more than one

team but each team will have a different team name and

team members will remain with that one team.

The cost for Junior Basketball will be $30 per player per term

for those attending once a week, or you can book for both

Monday and Wednesday for $50 for the school term.

Vacation Care

PCYC vacation care will be running at PCYC’s Binni Creek

Road complex during the school holidays, programs and

booking forms are now available from PCYC’s Young Road

building.

Bookings are essential to guarantee your place in vacation

care. Due to limited staff availability children that have not

been booked in may not be able to attend, it will depend on

the number of children already booked in for that day.

Easter and ANZAC day occur during the April school holidays

so PCYC vacation care will be operating Monday to

Thursday of the first week and Tuesday to Thursday of the

second week.

For further information please phone Shane at the

PCYC on 63412035.

BUNNINGS EASTER FAMILY NIGHT

Bunnings Cowra will be holding an Easter Family Night on

Thursday, 10 April between 5.00-6.00pm.

The Easter Bunny will be stopping for a visit.

Look forward to seeing everyone there.

MOTHER’S DAY

STALL

The P & C is holding a Mother’s

Day stall during Week 2 next

term.

This will be a great opportunity

for all students to participate in some independent

shopping. All gifts are priced between $2.00 and $5.00 and

there is a great variety of gifts to choose from. Some gifts are

labelled for Mum and Grandmother and the rest are

unlabelled. There has been approximately 700 items

ordered, so there is stock for students to purchase more than

one gift.

There will be a viewing of gifts on Tuesday, 6 May. The P & C

will go around all the classes and display the gifts for

viewing. The students can then purchase their gifts on

Friday, 9 May. Students may bring their money in before

Friday and leave it with their class teachers.

Gifts all come gift boxed, cello wrapped, in a pouch or on a

card and will be placed in plastic shopping bags once

purchased.

P & C continued COMMUNITY Continued

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

Email: info@cowrabus.com.au

DISNEY ON ICE: 11 July 2014 - Sydney - Expression of Interest WICKED: 11 October 2014, Capitol Theatre, Sydney - Expression of Interest

COWRA TRAVEL IN CONJUNCTION WITH GO SEE TOURING: Norfolk Island: 9-17 October 2014, Includes 13 activities/tours - Expression of Interest

“Cowra Travel Takes You There”

2014 NRL HOLIDAY

CLINIC COWRA

NRL Development will be holding a

clinic at Cowra in the upcoming

school holidays. Register and pay

online at the address below.

See information below:

Cowra Holiday Clinic – River Park Cowra

Date: Wednesday 23rd April

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm (Children aged 5-12)

Cost: $35 Rugby League Football, Kicking Tee, Carry Bag,

Water Bottle, Truckers Cap, Footy Pump, Footy Cards and

a One Community Magnet.

Contact: Mick Armstrong on 0402892839 or

marmstrong@nrl.com.au

Go to the address below to register and pay online.

http://

www.westernnswdevelopment.leaguenet.com.au/

SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK

HOLIDAY PROGRAM

Sydney’s largest school holiday program returns these

holidays, with over 50 fun-filled activities to keep your

kids active, outdoors and entertained. A range of

activities are free or under $20.00, making it affordable

to discover Sydney’s most exciting playground these

holidays!

Archery - Kids on Target & little Archers

Fizzics Science Workshops

All day Holiday Recreational Program

Martial Arts for Kids

Art, Cooking and Drumming Workshops

Sport & Adventure Camps

Cheerleading & Gymnastics

Space Racing for Kids

Circus Skills & Flying Trapeze

… and lots more

Full details at www.kids.inthepark.com.au

SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLINICS

Are you looking for some great fun activities

for your children to be involved in these April

school holidays? AFL NSW/ACT will be

running a school holiday clinic for boys and girls aged 4-12.

Bathurst: Mon Apr 14 - George Park, Browning Street – 10:00am-12:00pm

Orange: Mon Apr 14 – Jack Brabham Park – 2:00-4:00pm

Young: Tue Apr 15 – Burrangong Oval, Burrangong Hall Road – 10:00am-

12:00pm

Cowra: Tue Apr 15 – River Park, Vaux Street – 2:00-4:00pm

Forbes: Wed Apr 16 – South Circle Oval, King Street – 10:00am-12:00pm

Parkes: Wed Apr 16 - Cheney Park, Station Street – 2:00-4:00pm

Dubbo: Wed Apr 23 – South Dubbo Oval, Boundary Road – 10:00am-

12:00pm

Mudgee: Wed Apr 23 – Victoria Park, Perry Street – 2:00-4:00pm

* Venues subject to availability

COST: $30 includes a NAB AFL Auskick School Auskick bag with

synthetic Sherrin football PLUS a drink/snack

Register by April 7, but pay on the day. To register, go to:

www.aflcentralwest.com.au and complete the short online

registration. It’s that easy!

No previous AFL experience required – just the willingness to have

heaps and heaps of fun.

Cowra Public School Page 8

COWRA SCOUTS

Cowra Scouts are looking for new leaders. Cowra Cubs will have to go

into recessions due to the resignation of their current leader. Scouts

open up a lot of opportunities for young children, so if you are

interesting in being a leader, please contact Richard Bryant on

0427 002 905.

Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, 19 April Children ages 0-12 years

You must register your child/ren’s attendance by Thursday, 17 April - 12 noon on 6341 2233 or email

info@cowragarden.com.au and leave your child/ren’s name & age.

All participants must be present by 9.00am. Gates open at 8.30am

Please note that children must be accompanied with a paying adult - children are FREE.

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