BUNGENDORE PUBLIC SCHOOL WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

37 Gibraltar Street Bungendore NSW 2621 Phone 6238 1317 Fax 6238 1718

PO Box 242 Bungendore NSW 2621

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

Website: bungendore-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Email: bungendore-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

THURSDAY 7 FEBRUARY 2013, WEEK 2 TERM 1 2013

Dear Parents,

Welcome back to the new school year. As always it is a pleasure to talk to the children and enjoy their enthusi-

asm as they talk about their holidays and catch up with friends and staff. I’m sure you will also join me with a

warm welcome to all our new students and their families.

I have so much school news for you which may make this a long newsletter. I will dot point the items hoping

the information will be easier to access.

Mr Ballard – A huge congratulations to Ben who, on Monday evening, was the recipient of Cricket Aus-

tralia’s ‘Volunteer of the Year Award’. Ben accepted this award at the Allan Border Dinner. A wonderful

acknowledgement of Ben’s work in this area. Further news of Mr Ballard is that our Regional Office

has asked Ben to take on a consultancy role for Semester 1. Although we are sad to lose Ben for this

time we are also aware that the schools he works with will benefit from his skills and expertise and we

wish him all the best.

New Assistant Principal – Last year we farewelled Mrs Jan Lee who retired and this then left an Assis-

tant Principals position vacant. This job was filled using the DEC merit selection process and we are

thrilled to announce that Mr Craig Dawson was the successful candidate. Congratulations Craig!

New staff - We welcome 2 new staff members this year. Ms Robynne Prosser comes to us from Quean-

beyan East PS and is teaching 5/6. She has a wealth of experience and is thrilled to be part of our staff.

On Monday 4th March we will welcome Ms Emily Craggs who is from the Hunter Region. She has heard

so many positive comments about Bungendore that she is also excited about her move. Ms Craggs is

making a flying visit this weekend as she is keen to learn all about our school. Ms Craggs will be teach-

ing 2C which is currently being taught by Mrs Quinnell. Later in this newsletter is a list of staff and clas-

ses.

Swimming Carnival – What a perfect day for a swimming carnival. The children should be proud of their

participation and strong House spirit. Many thanks to Mr Wyatt and the staff for their hard work and

efforts and also a very big thank you to all our parents who help us run events …. we couldn’t do this

without your help.

School numbers – We currently have 466 students and are waiting to confirm whether we will form a

20th class. If this happens we will have to restructure, which will allow for smaller class numbers. I will

keep you informed, if and when this exciting episode occurs.

Country Muster – As a staff we would like to thank our P&C for their ongoing support with fundraising

for our students. It is fabulous to see how you all work together, doing all sorts of work, for our

school.

Coming events:

K-2 Parent/Teacher Evenings: Kindergarten Tuesday 12th February at 5.30pm

Year 1 & 2 Tuesday 19th February at 5.30pm, with the exception of 2C who will have their

evening with Ms Craggs later in the term.

P&C Meeting - next Tuesday 12th February at 7.30pm in the staffroom

A safety reminder – The staff are currently talking to their classes about safety when crossing the

roads with a particular focus on not just running onto the crossings without looking and also for bike and

scooter riders reminding them that they must not ride on the crossings. Therefore we would appreciate

your support reinforcing looking before walking onto the crossing and all bike and scooter riders walking

their bike/scooter across the crossing.

Children have also been reminded that there is no riding in the school grounds. They must walk their

bikes/scooters as soon as they enter the school grounds thus helping to keep our busy school safer for all.

Finally, just a reminder that I am happy to talk to you if you have concerns or ideas you wish to discuss.

Please contact the office to make a time or pop into the office and, if I’m available, I will see you then. I

look forward to a productive and successful 2013.

Have an enjoyable and safe week.

Cheers

Ros Roworth

CLASS LIST 2013

KH Mrs Carol Horn

KT Ms Nicole Terry

KL Mrs Lorna Fraser

K1/N Mrs Sue Nicholls Ass Prin Early Stg1

K/61 Mrs Alison Inskeep

1B Mrs Amanda Bunnett

1F Ms Kerry Forman

1H Mrs Emily Howarth

2C Mrs Sue Quinell/Ms Emily Craggs

2M Mrs Melisa Donaldson

2/3D Mr Craig Dawson Ass Principal Stg1

3H Mrs Holly Hatcher

3/4W Mr Mark Wyatt Ass Principal Stg 2

4K Mr Kyle Brothers

4/5H Mrs Lindy Hodder

5B Mr Ben Ballard

5/6P Ms Robynne Prosser

6D Mrs Til Dabusti Ass Principal Stg 3

6L Mrs Jess Lam

School Calendar 2013

Term 1

Tues 12 Feb Kindergarten Parent Information

evening 5.30pm

Tue 12 Feb P&C Meeting 7.30pm

Tue 19 Feb Year 1&2 Parent Information

evening 5.30pm

With the exception of 2C

Thur 21 Feb District Swimming

Thur 7 Mar Regional Swimming

Tue 19 Mar P&C Meeting 7.30pm

Fri 29 Mar Good Friday

Mon 1 April Easter Monday

Fri 12 April Last day Term 1

TERM 2

Tue 30 Aril First day Term 2

Fri 28 June Last day Term 2

TERM 3

Tues 16 July First day Term 3

Fri 20 Sept Last day Term 3

Term 4

Tues 8 Oct First day Term 4

Wed 18 Dec Last day Term 4

BPS P&C

This year the P&C is connecting with our school families and supporters through

facebook. It will let you know if anything school or P&C related is coming up

Uniform Shop Hours 2013

The uniform shop will be open every Friday

afternoon from 2.45pm to 3.45pm.

In2CRICKET

The popular Bungendore After School

in2CRICKET will once again take place every

Monday starting on the 11/2 from 3.15-4.15 at

the Mick Sherd Oval for 8 weeks, including a

FREE Come and Try session.

To register, visit www.in2CRICKET.com.au and

select Bungendore Public School or for more

information contact Matthew

on matthew.william@cricket.com.au or

0416 531 998

ASHTONS BOOK FAIR

3.10pm

Tuesday 5 March

To

9.10am

Thursday 14 March

in the Library!

BAGS PLEASE!

Any donations of plastic bags

for the library would be appreciated.

MUSTER

THANK YOU !

On behalf of the school and P&C I would like to thank the 20+ families

that helped out with the cleaning at this year’s Country Muster. Once

again we were inundated with thanks from the patrons and the Muster

organisers.

We are never quite sure how much money this will make for our school, it depends on the muster takings, however we are never-ever disap-pointed with what we receive.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Photo Competition—Palerang Council

National Youth Week 2013

National Youth Week 2013 is set for Friday 5 April to

Sunday 14 April 2013. To celebrate, Palerang Council is

running a photo competition.

The theme for Youth Week is

Be Active. Be Happy. Be You.

Over the holidays, why not be creative and take some

photos of what this theme means to you. Prizes will be

awarded to the best photographs in the following school

grade categories:

Preschool—Grade 2, Grade 3—4, Grade 5—6 Grade 7—9, Grade 10—12

The photos will be displayed in the Bungendore Council

Office foyer during Youth Week. Entry forms will be

available from March 2013. More information coming

Kid’s boxing classes in 2013 Term 1-Time- 8.00am-9.00am, includes a healthy smoothie at the end of class

and a talk on nutrition. Classes include self defence, kickboxing, boxing, cardio, strength work, power and

speed work. End of Term Newsletter’s and information for the parents, activity pages, competitions and nutri-

tional information.

Only $10 per week for 1hr class (Tuesday morning’s).

Start- 12th Feb Tue- 9

th April- 9 Week Term @ $90.00

Limited spots, please call Zorica Novosel-0414 287 960 or email zorica.novosel5@bigpond.com for more infor-mation.

REPRESENTATIVE NETBALL

Queanbeyan Netball Association is seeking nomina-

tions from Players interested in trialing for U11’s Devel-

opment Squad to represent Queanbeyan at carnivals

with other Queanbeyan Representative teams. This is a

great opportunity for all girls of this age group to develop

their skills to the next level being guided by a qualified

coach. Girls currently playing club netball on a Saturday

and born in 2002 should apply. Email: QNA Netball for a

nomination form qnanetball@hotmail.com or call Kylie

Maxwell on 0419 126 949 for further details. Application

close 16th February 2013

EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER

AND CHILDCARE WORKERS

Applications are invited from quali-fied educators to the position of Early Childhood Teach-er to commence on 25

th February 2013. This position

could be full-time or on a shared part-time basis. The successful applicant needs to be highly motivated, en-thusiastic and committed to quality education.

We are also seeking casual support staff who hold a Certificate III qualification or above.

For information about the preschool visit www.bungendorepreschool.net.

For further details, including an information package, contact us on (02) 62381423 or bungendorepre-school@bigpond.com.

Closing date: Friday, 15th February 2013

Pump Classes at The Wellbeing Centre

Mondays and Wednesdays

7.00-8.00 pm

Boxing Classes

Wednesdays

6.00–7.00 am or

9.30–10.30 am

Fridays

2.00–3.00 pm

Family discounts apply.

For more information

or to enroll contact

Melonie Meggitt at MM

Health & Fitness

on 0409 072 448

or

mmeggitt@meggsies.com.au

Fitness Australia Exercise Professional # 016079

Running Classes

Tuesdays

10.00-11.00 am (Interval

Training)

Sundays

8.00-9.00 am (Long Distance)

Health and Fitness Classes

for Kids Run Club

Thursdays – starting 7th Feb

at Elmslea Ponds 3.30-4.30pm

Queanbeyan Tigers AFL

Registration days

Place: Bungendore Primary School

Dates: Wednesday 6 Feb and Wednesday 13 Feb

Time: 3.30—4.30pm

COMMUNITY NEWS

Singing Lessons for children 6-12yrs

Qualified young enthusiastic singer to teach your chil-

dren the joy of singing.

Weekend lessons,

ph Madi 0428564730

2013 Junior Southern League Team Trials Queanbeyan Basketball Centre

Saturday 16 February

12:30-1:30Under 12 Girls and Boys (Born 2002/2003) 2:00-3:00Under 14 Girls and Boys (Born 2000/2001) 3:30-4:30Under 16 Girls and Boys (Born 1998/1999) 5:00-6:00Under 18 Girls and Boys (Born 1996/1997) Please bring water bottle, basketball and $2 If you are unable to attend trials please notify Em-ma Anderson (emma_a12345@hotmail.com) prior to the date or you will not be considered for the team. SJL Dates for 2013 13 and 14 April Canberra 11 and 12 May Albury 22 and 23 June Wollongong 27 and 28 July Albury – Finals Country Championships 8, 9 and 10 June – venues will be advised

Monaro Panthers Football Club (Soccer)

Monaro Panthers FC Registration will be availa-ble ONLINE from the 9 Feb 13 - 10 Mar 13 at www.myfootballclub.com.au, Information days to answer parent and player questions regarding regis-tration are on the following dates: Sat 16 Feb 13, 2-5pm at David Madew Oval in Jerra-bomberra Thur 21 Feb 13, 6-9pm in Riverside Plaza and Sat 2 Mar 13, 2-5pm at David Madew Oval in Jerra-bomberra Junior fees are U6-9: $145pp and U10-17: $180pp

For further details please visit www.monaropanthers.com.au or contact Richard Vanderpol, M: 0408 654 280

Bungendore Tigers Junior Rugby League Club

Is holding their registration day on Saturday, 16 Febru-

ary from 10.00am to 1.00pm and Sunday, 24 February

from 1.00pm to 4.00pm

At ‘The Shed’, Mick Sherd Oval Bungendore

There will also be an Introductory program for modified

Rugby League for 4-6year olds which starts on 11 Feb

13.

Registration fees: are $90 first child, $80 second child,

$50 third and each additional child , $50 Under 6 play-

ers.

For further information: go to

www.bungendoretigersjunior.sportingpulse.net or Club

Facebook page or contact the Club’s Registrar on 0407

266235 or Secretary on 0413 031 314

Piano Tuition

Thursdays and Fridays, after school hours. Lunch and

recess times available. All ages and styles. Beginners

welcome. Craig Mewett Ph 6278 5331 or 0409 151 887.

LOST

NOT JUST A WATER BOTTLE

The water bottle shown below was lost at school at the end of last year.

It was a gift from a parent serving overseas in Af-ghanistan and whilst only a water bottle it has senti-mental value.

It may still have the name Sian Murray written on the lid in black pen.

If anyone has it or knows where it is could they please return it to the school office or contact Vanessa on 0412574692