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NEWSLETTERNEWSLETTERNEWSLETTERNEWSLETTER Phone: 4932 8477 Fax: 4932 4475 Email: telarah-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au Principal: Mr Jim Wiblen ___________________________________________________________________________

Term 1, Week 2 1 February 2010Term 1, Week 2 1 February 2010Term 1, Week 2 1 February 2010Term 1, Week 2 1 February 2010 ___________________________________________________________________________

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17 Feb Swimming Trials 2 March P&C AGM

WELCOME Welcome to a new school year. I hope that your Christmas and vacat ion was safe and enjoyable. A very special welcome to all our new families. I look forward to a year of enjoyment and learning for all. Together we can ensure that we make a real difference to the lives of students. It was wonderful to see sixty new Kindergarten students walk through the Telarah School gates and into the classrooms for the first time last Friday. The confidence of these new s t u d e n t s s h o w e d t h e effectiveness of our transition program. These young children come into the school setting as active learners with a natural curiosity. They are unique individuals eager to make sense of their world, to develop relationships and to extend their skills. Once again welcome to the new school year and I look forward to meeting many parents in the next few weeks.

CLASS FORMATION

It should be understood that the present class structures may change as our numbers become finalised. By the end of this week final arrangements will be known and the classes for the year established. This is due to a number of students who arrive and depar t wi thout our knowledge. Your patience and understanding will be greatly appreciated. NEWSLETTER

The newsletter will be distributed on Monday afternoons. All families should receive a newsletter, so if you are not getting one, speak with your child’s teacher. Remember our newsletter is also available on l i n e a t www. t e l a r ah -p.school.nsw.edu.au MEDICAL NOTE Our medical note should go out later this week. All parents need to check the details and return to school as soon as possible. CUSTODY ORDERS Could all parents please ensure that the school has a copy of any court orders that relate to your child. This makes the school aware of any situations that may arise regarding your child’s welfare. UNIFORM SHOP Welcome back everyone. Due to my involvement in a new maths program at school this year, I am going to have to change the opening hours for the

Uniform Shop just a little. The new hours will be 8.30am to 9am Monday to Thursday. If you are unable to make it in during these times, please leave your name and number with the office ladies and I will call you back to organ-ise a suitable time. A reminder of the prices for the summer uniform: Polo Shirt $20 each Shorts or Skorts $12 each Hats $5 each Thank you Sue Jarrett Uniform Shop Co-Ordinator HUNTER SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS Students in Year 6 with outstanding ability in dance, drama and music may apply for enrolment at Hunter School of the Performing Arts in 2011. Applications close 17 March 2010. For information phone 4952 3355. NEW BUILDINGS Work has started on the construction of the new school library, support rooms and classrooms at Telarah Public School. The work adjacent to George Street has meant that we have had to change the entry gate in this area. The gate is now near the Aboriginal Resource Centre. The construction site has been fenced off for the safety of students, staff and parents.

MOBILE PHONES

Our school is looking for any old mobile phones that you may have at home / work. Please bring all old mobiles to the office and place in the box provided. Not only will you be helping to raise money for our school but it is also saving our environment. CARTRIDGE RECYCLING

Our school now has a box in the office to recycle all printer, fax and photocopier cartridges. Anyone who has old cartridges at home or work is welcome to place them in the box at the front office. NIT NIGHT Please remember that Monday is nit night where we ask all parents to check their child’s hair for head lice and treat if necessary. Where possible, we are asking that girls with long hair come to school with their

hair tied back. This may also help to prevent the spread of head lice.

CANTEEN NEWSCANTEEN NEWSCANTEEN NEWSCANTEEN NEWS Please find attached to today’s newsletter a copy of the canteen price list.

P&c NEWSP&c NEWSP&c NEWSP&c NEWS AGM MEETING Our AGM will be held on Tuesday 2 March at 9.30am in our school library. We are looking for lots of new members to join our P&C with fresh ideas and lots of enthusiasm for fundraising. It’s a great way to be involved in your child’s school as well as make new friends. All parents are invited to attend.

P&C CHRISTMAS RAFFLE

Congratulations to the following winners of our P&C Christmas raffle last year: Kmart Voucher $1000 David Towns Prouds Voucher $500 F Williams Bunnings Voucher $250 Bradley Edwards Award for the most books sold went to Luke Smith of 6K. Luke sold 27 raffle books totalling $540. Luke won a $100 Wish Card for Stockland. Well done Luke! The P&C raised approximately $8500!!!! Well done everyone and thank you for your support.

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Life Without Barriers is currently looking for potential foster carers in the Cessnock / Maitland and surrounding regions. For more information please phone Robert Crooks on 4953 8742. WEST RUTHERFORD TELARAH NETBALL CLUB REGISTRATION DAYS

Registration will be taking place on: When: Saturday 30 January Saturday 6 February Time: 10am-2pm (both days) Venue: Telarah Bowling Club WESTERN SUBURBS SCHOOLBOYS RUGBY LEAGUE FOOTBALL CLUB

Registrations will be taking place on: When: Every Wednesday & Thursday afternoon Time: 4.30 - 6.00pm Where: Coronation Oval Prices: U6 - U9 $60 U10 - U12 $75 U13 - U16 $80 U17 - U18 $90 All new players need to bring a copy of their birth certificate and two passport or school size photos. We are also holding an afternoon where children can come and try rugby league. This will be held on Thursday 11 March at 4.30pm at Coronation Oval.

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