Email: tocumwal-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au or visit our website: www.tocumwal-p.school.nsw.edu.au Phone: (03) 58 742 128 Fax: (03) 58 742 281

Mathletes of the Week: Infants:

Jayden Huang Primary:

Lachlan Hall

Wednesday 23rd October 2019 Term 4, Week 2

Girls Softball Knockout Thriller Monday morning the stage was set for the biggest game of our little part-time softballer’s lives. After our most recent victory in Pambula, the TPS team was thrust into the last seven teams in NSW and the State quarter final. Fortunately we were to play at home to the Sydney South West champions, the very strong Panania Public School, after travelling more than 2,500km in their previous four games. Robbo had the softball diamond marked up and looking a treat ready for the game. (Thanks Robbo) The quarter final was hard fought from the start with accurate pitching and skilful fielding from both teams to see the first innings ending at 1-1. It was from there that Panania drew ahead to win 12-2. The score line did not reflect the closeness of the game with both sides pushing to the end. Coach, Mrs Beth Hatty, said that she was extremely proud of the girls’ efforts. “They have given up their own time since February to train during lunch breaks. Many of the girls are playing softball for the first year and have made significant improvements due to their dedication and enthusiasm. They have been a joy to coach throughout the year and they should be feel very pleased with the year they have had.” After the game our incredible P&C provided lunch and refreshments that was fit for royalty. We are very grateful to them for providing such support. Our visitors were also very appreciative of their catering skills. In addition it was fantastic for the families and members of the local community to be able to watch and support the girls play. We thank you them for their encouragement and backing. We are very proud of our team and the remarkable journey they have been on and the commitment they have made. A huge thank you to Mrs Hatty for giving up her lunchtimes throughout the year and teaching these young players the ins and outs of competitive softball. I’m sure it has been worth it.

Important Dates Friday 25th October

P&C Meeting 3.30pm Tues 29th Oct – Fri 1st Nov

Year 5/6 Excursion Mon 4th - Wed 6th November

Year 3/4 Excursion Thursday 7th November 2020 Kinder Orientation

12.00pm-2.00pm Thursday 14th November 2020 Kinder Orientation

12.00pm-2.00pm Friday 15th November

Spring Round Robin Thursday 21st November 2020 Kinder Orientation

12.00pm-2.00pm Thursday 28th November 2020 Kinder Orientation

12.00pm-2.00pm Tuesday 10th December

Presentation Evening

ASSEMBLY 2.30pm Friday

Lilly Clarke

Lachie Booth Chelsea Coulson

Taylah Dixon Katya Eddy

Principal’s Report

Logan returns from NSW PSSA Cricket Logan White, Year 5, had a fabulous week in Wollongong participating in NSW Boys State Cricket Carnival. Logan played against the best primary-aged boy cricket players from across the State of NSW among all school sectors. He said that he had learnt a lot from his team and the opposition teams he played against. Being in Year 5 he gets another opportunity to try out for the team next year. A great job Logan. Well done!

School Production A video placed onto a school logo USB of the Wednesday’s dress rehearsal performance will be produced and will be available for $10 a copy (includes USB). Then each year if you supply back the USB you will only be charged $5 per copy of the latest production video. Please complete the slip at the bottom of the newsletter and return with payment to the office by Friday 25th October. No late orders will be taken after this time. Thank you Spring Round Robin On Friday, 15th November, students in Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 will be participating in a district sporting gala day at Mulwala Recreation Reserve. Students will be competing in a variety of sports including - mat ball, dodgeball, ultimate frisbee- cricket and orienteering. The day will involve mixing with other school children within our district and having a fun day. We are hoping to have some parental support with the teams on the day. If you are able to assist could you please complete the Spring Round Robin slip and return it to the school office. We love to have our parents involved with the teams and we desperately need to have one adult with every team. The buses will be leaving at approximately 8:45am and you are welcome to hop on with us. Students will be back at school for normal pick up time. Canberra Excursion for Years 5 and 6 Our Year 5 and 6 students will leave next Tuesday morning for their epic excursion to Canberra. The students’ have four full days packed ahead of them with visits to many national attractions, including: Parliament House, Australian Institute of Sport, Australian War Memorial, CSIRO, Australian National Museum, the Telstra Tower and much more. They will have a wonderful time and share many unforgettable experiences. Kindergarten Enrolments We are currently preparing for 2020. If you have a child to enrol or know of someone who has, please encourage them to come along and pick up an enrolment form. Parents & Citizens Our P&C are meeting this Friday afternoon 25th October at 3:30pm in the Year 1 room. We are always happy to see new and familiar faces and you will be made to feel most welcome. Riversider The Riversider, our school magazine, is currently being compiled. Those families who have paid for it with their voluntary contributions will receive a copy. Those families who have not paid (or may want more than one copy) may reserve a copy for $20 each. Just complete the order form at the end of this newsletter and return it to the office with payment to confirm a printed colour copy. The print run will be limited so secure one for your family. They are full of wonderful photos of your children as well as some of their work and other reports. Don’t miss out. Excursions Term 3 and 4 are very popular with excursions here at Tocumwal Public School. If you need to discuss any aspect of your child’s excursion please make an appointment to see your child’s class teacher. Please keep all payments coming in as well as permission notes. Should you require financial assistance please make an appointment to contact me through the office. No Hat No Play! In Term 4, we have a No Hat No Play policy for all students expecting to play in the playground. Please ensure that your child has a suitable broad brimmed hat for the start of the term. Hats with the school emblem are on sale at the school office. They are very practical and look quite smart. All kindergarten students should have been given one as a welcome gift from the P&C. If your child is new to Kindergarten and hasn’t received their hat yet, call in to the office and see one of the lovely ladies in the office who will be able to assist you.

Darren White

Email: tocumwal-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au or visit our website: www.tocumwal-p.school.nsw.edu.au Phone: (03) 58 742 128 Fax: (03) 58 742 281

Canteen Roster Term 4

Friday 25th October 1. 2.

Friday 1st November 1. Laura Palmer 2.Kim Sutton

Friday 8th November 1. Katrina Chellew 2.

Friday 15th November CANTEEN CLOSED Friday 22nd November CANTEEN CLOSED

Friday 29th November 1. 2.

Friday 6th December 1. 2.

Friday 13th December 1. 2.

Community Notes THRIVE OSCH SERVICE IN JEOPARDY! In February 2019 Thrive OSHC commenced operating in Tocumwal, offering before and after school care and vacation care. Based at Sacred Heart Primary School, the service was also available for families of Tocumwal Public School and Pre School and employed local people.

Unfortunately, the service has not been well utilised by the community. Prior to establishment our survey showed sufficient demand for a viable operation. However, we are now in a position where we may need to close at the end of 2019. Our service is operating at the lowest possible cost and attracts child care subsidy. Some parents pay as little as $3 per day for care.

If you are interested in enrolling your child/ren at Thrive OSHC and need the service in 2020, please contact us to show your interest. Email: thriveoshc@outlook.com The parish of Tocumwal, Finley and Jerilderie invite you with much pleasure to attend our ANGLICAN COUNTRY ‘n’ WESTERN FETE Finley Church Grounds From 9am Saturday 26th October Face Painting | Jumping Castle| Spinning Wheel| Cake stall| Costume Competition| Donuts| Fun!

P&C News TERM 4 FUNDRAISER This Term we are holding a Mango Fundraiser to raise funds to purchase rubber matting for the playground. An order form and more information was attached to last week’s newsletter. P&C MEETING Our next meeting will be held this Friday 25th October at 3.30pm in the school library.

URGENT! CANTEEN VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED THIS FRIDAY. We urgently need a two volunteers to assist in the canteen this Friday. Unfortunately the canteen will be closed if we don’t get any volunteers. Please contact the office as soon as possible if you can help. P&C Committee

9am Friday 25th October

Canteen Roster Term 4 2019 I am able to be placed on the Canteen Roster for Term 4, 2019.

Name: ______________________________________ Phone: ________________________

I am willing to do �one �two �three days this term (please tick) Please tick ALL dates you are available in Term 2 to assist with rostering. You will only be rostered for as many days as indicated above.

� Friday 25th October � Friday 8th November � Friday 29th November

� Friday 6th December � Friday 13th December * Please return slip to the office as soon as possible

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2019 Riversider Magazine Family Name _________________________________________________________________________________ I wish to order ______copies of the 2019 Riversider Magazine.

Please include $20 per copy with your order by Friday 8th November.

School Performance USB Order Form I wish to order _______ copies of the School Performance USB at a cost of $10 per copy.

Name: _________________________________________________ Amount enclosed: __________

*Please return orders with payment to the school office by Friday 25th October

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Tocumwal Public School 2019 Spring Round Robin Helpers

I am able to assist with the Spring Round Robin on Friday 15th November, 2019. Name: __________________________________________________ Phone: _________________ *Please return slip to the office as soon as possible