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2019 Issue 7: August
Peterborough School Newsletter We Learn We Care We are Safe We Matter
Address: William Ave, Warilla
Telephone: 02 971611 Fax: 02 42972804
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://peterboro-s.schools.nsw.gov.au/
Principal’s Report
The highlight of this term has undoubtedly
been our participation in Southern Stars.
Our wonderful Primary dancers took to floor the in
an epic combined performance and our signing
choir brought the audience to emotional tears.
Congratulations to Jacinta for her wonderful
choreography and commitment to inclusion. Special mention goes to
to the students who made their stage debuts – Noah and Ashton and to
Jacinta’s support crew – Chris and Michelle.
Special mention must go to Mrs Warren who officially retired from signing
choir conductor extraordinaire on Saturday night. She was presented with
a beautiful bunch of flowers in recognition of her wonderful work over
many years. Thank you also to Tim and Mel who were wonderful support
crew.
Other exciting news for this term has been the enrolment of 5 new
students. Brayden will be joining the Possums, Nicola the Echidnas,
Summer will be a Brolga, Danny will be joining HS2 and Chloe who has
moved to Australia from Ireland will be joining HS8. It’s always nice to see
new faces at Peterborough. We wish the students and their families all the
very best.
It was lovely to see so many parents at our recent book week and to see
all the amazing costumes. Thank you to Mrs Murphy and Rose for all their
hard work in putting together a great morning.
Next week we will be celebrating Education Week. We hope to see you at
school celebrating with us.
This week is SASS Recognition Week. A week that we recognise the
amazing contribution of all our support staff from the wonderful ladies in
the office to the superhuman School Learning Support Officers.
- Sue Corkery
Important Dates
Friday August 30
Father’s Day Stall
Wednesday September 4 Education Week celebrations. 9:00 – 10:30 am
Wednesday September 18 Sensory workshop 9:30 – 11:00 am
Tuesday September 24 Sibling Support afternoon
Thursday September 26 Transition Clinic for school leavers Friday September 27 Last day of term 3 Monday October 14 First day of term 4
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Featured primary classroom The Possums The Possums are one of the six primary classes at Peterborough School. They are a great bunch of
kids and have accomplished so much already. They have been working extremely hard both inside and
outside the classroom. They have developed amazing friendships, communication skills and have been
working hard each and every day to meet their individual goals. Some of the highlights this year have
been: bus trips to the park and shops, ice cream at McDonalds, bringing Possum Magic the class
possum home, traveling to the movies, book week, swimming sessions, rhythm village, sports ready,
teeth brushing, science experiments, enjoying different books and songs, building and playing with our
friends and exploring many sensory activities throughout our days. Well done Possums on an amazing
year so far!
-Patti Schaus
SAS Staff recognition week This week we celebrated our fabulous SAS staff who provide such wonderful support to our students.
for all that you do.
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Book Week
"A great school library has kids clamouring to get in, fabulous books on display, cosy nooks to read
in, and something going on all the time. The mind-blowing Book Week displays and special projects
are an added bonus." Alison Lester, Australia's Inaugural Children's Laureate, 2011-2013.
T I’m proud to say this just about sums up our Peterborough School Library.
Our Book Week assembly and parade was a wonderful success. We were able to raise over $250
through our second hand book sale. This money goes towards buying new books and resources.
Thank you to everyone who donated or bought a book as our students will definitely benefit from
your generosity. – Sharon Murphy
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Meeting our staff
Featured teacher Our featured teacher this month is Sharon Murphy.
My name is Sharon Murphy and I am Assistant
Principal, R.F.F. teacher and School Librarian.
Many years ago, before I became a teacher, I
worked in the Shellharbour Council Library system
and in Primary school I was a library monitor so I
have always been a keen reader and lover of
books. I now enjoy taking my grandchildren to
local libraries and reading lots of books about cars,
trucks and other vehicles!!! At Peterborough School I assist teachers by providing appropriate resources for programming and I am
especially lucky because I am able to visit all our classes and see the wonderful work students and
staff are doing in our school. I have been working at Peterborough School since 1994 so I have seen
our library grow and change over the years. Previous library teachers – Jennie Warren, Barbara
Costello, Wendy Stankovic, Jude Hutchison and support staff – Rose Ezold have developed a
library that continues to provide a safe and comfortable haven and a motivating and enjoyable learning
classroom for our students. With the support of our Principal Sue Corkery we are continuing to develop
new curriculum based projects within the library.”
Featured learning support officer (SLSO) Our featured SLSO for this month is Lee.
”I’ve been at Peterborough for fifteen years and over that
time have worked across the whole school.
I strive to help the children achieve their full potential.
I love my job and I love a chat. I’m mother to two grown up
children and grand-glamour to three dogs.”
Swimming sensation Congratulations and well done to HS6 student Chelsea
who competed in the National Down Syndrome swimming
championships in Brisbane last week. Chelsea competed
so well she is now the national champion and will be
representing Australia at the Down Syndrome World Games
in Turkey in 2020.
Super effort Chels!
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Southern Stars
Southern Stars was a huge success. Students’ performances were outstanding during all four
concerts. The primary dance group and high school signing choir represented our school with
distinction. Congratulations to all the students and staff for your hard work and dedication.
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Featured high school class
High School 2
HS2 have been working hard and learning lots!
We have welcomed some new students this year and are so happy to have new friends. We really
enjoy exercising and getting fit doing bike riding, swimming, boot camp and High School dance.
Our favourite session of the week is Community Access. Each week we go shopping at Woolworths
and then go to a local park and have lunch. HS2 have also enjoyed learning all about Indonesia and
have been cooking delicious Nasi Goreng, which is delicious! - Tara Mowbray
Acknowledgement of Country In August some students travelled to Five Islands College, Port Kembla to complete the
‘Acknowledgement of Country’ at a meeting for Principal Education Officers from across the region.
Well done Madison, Charlie and Leteisha
Centrelink information When your child turns 16 they qualify for the DSP (Disability Support Payment). When it’s time to
apply please contact Jude Downie, the School Counsellor for assistance. Jude is able to send the
required support letter directly to Centrelink.
Parents should start the application process when their child is 15 ½ years old – don’t wait until your
child’s 16th birthday to start as it can be time consuming.