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2019 Issue 3: April
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
I hope that everyone had a peaceful and
happy holiday. It was nice to see so
many lovely holiday photos shared on
our school Facebook page.
A big thank you to the Dragons for
hosting families at the footy. Everyone
had a wonderful time.
Some exciting news – we now have a beautiful new school bus and
playground space. Thank you to Hotels Have Hearts for their generous
donation.
The excitement doesn’t stop there. Next week Dapto Mall will be
presenting indoor play equipment to the school and Warrawong Bunnings
will be creating a sensory space.
Over the holidays we had a ramp installed leading from the middle gate
area to the front footpath. Please remember that all pedestrian access to
the school is via the middle gate. It isn’t safe to be walking behind buses.
A crossing will be painted to indicate direction of access.
Natalie is currently on leave. I would like to welcome Cassy who will be in
the office for term 2.
We will also have some new students starting this term so I have had to
make some class changes.
A very exciting term lies ahead.
- Sue Corkery
Important Dates
Tuesday April 30 -First day of term 2 for students. Friday May 3 - School ANZAC assembly in the hall. Thursday May 9 -Post school service provider tour of ADE sites for Year 12 parents
Friday May 10 -School Mother’s Day stall
Thursday May 16 -AECG meeting at Albion Park Rail Primary School at 4:00pm. All welcome
Friday May 17 -Volcano display by HS1, HS2 and HS5
Saturday May 18 -School garage sale. 8:00am – 11:00 am
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High school swim fun day High school students had a fabulous swim fun day at the end of term 1. Students enjoyed class races
including kickboard, noodle and swimming races. Students competed very well in the pool and all
showed good sportsmanship as they cheered for their friends. Students had fun while displaying
patience and exemplary behaviour. Well done everyone.
Thank you to Ben for organising the day.
Primary crazy hat day Primary students celebrated the end of term 1 with a crazy hat parade and egg hunt. Students and
family members enjoyed showing off their hat creations. Thank you to everyone who purchased
tickets in the P and F Easter raffle which was drawn by Ms Corkery during the afternoon.
Thank you to Sarah for organising the crazy hat celebrations.
New bus Ms Corkery and Michael from ‘Hotels Have Hearts’ recently
looked over our new school bus.
The new bus can be driven by staff who hold a class C
licence. The bus now has its signage and is ready for its
first community access outing.
Who will be the first class to board our new bus?
Peterborough School Newsletter We Learn We Care We are Safe We Matter
Featured classrooms
The Echidnas Michelle, Leanne, Sharon and Mel are thrilled to be working with the Echidnas this year.
The Echidna’s classroom is located in the west wing of the school overlooking the hall and trampoline
park. We are a happy, busy, energetic and creative class.
As part of our Australian studies we have been learning about the Australian states, our Prime Minister
and our location on the world map. We have painted the Australian flag, made an echidna out of clay
and a diorama of the Great Barrier Reef! We are also working hard on our personal goals and learning
how to be a good friend. Our favourite sessions are morning circle, presenting our news, swimming,
cooking and of course creating in the craft room. - Mel Davey
High School 8
Welcome to HS8 with Jennie, Helen and Jan
As the senior class of Peterborough we always show our maturity in everything we do as we try to be
as independent as we can be. This year, six of our students are in Year 12 and are school leavers.
Starting next week these students will participate in taster programs throughout term 2 with post
school service providers.
As part of the high school curriculum we are studying Indonesia. During term 1 we studied
rainforests and this term we are looking forward to a volcano display. HS8 work in a very busy
timetable and our weekly highlights are community work experience, community access with Helen
and Jan, Rhythm Village music and swimming. - Jennie Warren
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Meeting our staff
Featured teacher
Our featured teacher for this month is Mia Menzies.
“I have had the pleasure to work at Peterborough School
full time for the last seven years. I also spent a couple of
years casual teaching prior to this. I have taught in both the
high school and primary school and am currently enjoying
my second year with the Joeys.
Originally a country girl from Tamworth, I now call Kiama
home. I enjoy keeping active and especially love getting out
and about and enjoying our beautiful beaches and parklands.”
Featured Learning Support Officer (SLSO)
Our featured SLSO for this month is Deb.
“I started volunteering at Peterborough in 2008 whilst I was
doing my community services/welfare course at TAFE. I
started my Peterborough life on Costello's class. In 11 years
I have worked alongside the most hard working and
committed group of people I have ever met. This year I'm
loving working with Lorna and HS4 and I feel very lucky to be
part of the Peterborough team.
On the weekends I enjoy going out with friends, going to the
movies with my family and spending time at our caravan
down the coast.”
Congratulations Staff member Emma recently gave birth to a baby boy.
We would all like to send congratulations to Emma and Deejay
on the birth of their beautiful son Elijah.
Mother’s Day stall The SRC are asking for donations for our annual Mother’s Day stall. We would appreciate suitable
new items be sent to school during week 1 and 2.
The Mother’s Day stall will be held on Friday May 10.
Gifts will be $5 and $8
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Library news
Our school library will now begin to showcase books for next term’s book week. The theme this year
is ‘Reading is my secret power.’ Teachers will be able to start reading these texts to their classes and
vote for their favourite before our book week assembly on Wednesday 21st August. We already have
some books in the Children’s Book Council Awards shortlist and will be purchasing other books
throughout the term.
We have a new interactive panel in our library computer lab which will be used to teach STEM
activities and other educational programs such as Science, Maths and English/Communication
lessons. All teachers will receive training on how to operate the device and access lesson material.
Some students are enjoying playing simple board games with their peers during recess. Popular
games include ‘snakes and ladders’, ‘guess who’ and find a pair ‘memory card game.’ Our Disney
books still remain firm favourites but there is now a keen interest in non-fiction texts about animals,
the world and movie themed books such as ‘Star Wars.’
Boccia challenge HS5, HS6, HS7 and HS8 enjoyed a boccia challenge and sausage sizzle to end term 1.
Boccia has become a competitive sport with our senior high
school classes and we regularly play a challenge for the boccia
trophy. Congratulations to HS6 who were the winners of the
term 1 challenge.
Garage sale
During the holidays Peterborough had a big clean up. Families and staff worked hard to clear the school of unwanted stuff.
Items were sorted and some things were trucked to the dump.
Other items will now be sold at a garage sale….tables, chairs,
shelves, gates, filing cabinet, shelves, doors and more!
We would like to thank the families and staff who helped with
the clean-up. The garage sale will be held at school on:
Saturday May 18, starting at 8:00am
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Community Notices
Peterborough P&C Shopping Bus Trip Saturday 7
th September 2019
Leaving the front of the school on William Avenue at 7:15am SHARP returning approx.. 6:30pm
$50 per person Includes: Day out shopping at approx.. 14 factories in Sydney,
morning tea, cold drink, and lucky door ticket!
Shopping outlets: The Surf Factory, Deb’s Hidden Treasures, Manchester Imports, Cosmetic Factory, KB Toys, Brandon, The
Handbag Factory and more
A lunch stop will be at Alexandria where there are a variety of cafes and lunch options or you can bring your own.
Funds raised from the day will go towards running the school buses.
LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE First in best dressed
Payment to the front office for your tickets