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Friday August 18th, 2017
NAPLAN results help set future directions
Parents of students in Year 3 and 5 have received their students’
NAPLAN results today following the assessments in Week 3, Term 2.
These reports demonstrate how their child performed in these
assessments compared to school and nationwide averages. It is
important to remember that these give merely a snapshot of one
assessment on one day, and form just a small part of how we gauge
academic success and progress.
At a school level we use these results and trends over time to evaluate
the success of initiatives and set future directions for school planning
based on strengths and weaknesses. Teachers are also able to use
these results to strategically target whole class, small group or
individual teaching by identifying strengths and weaknesses of
individual students.
Particularly pleasing this year was to see the impact that our work in K-
2 around explicit teaching based on initiatives such as L3 and TEN
seems to be making a difference with some outstanding Year 3 results.
Although not yet matching state averages, Year 3 average score was
well above statistically similar school averages(SSG) and local school
averages(CCGPS). This is testament to the hard work of our K-2
teachers in implementing significant change of practice over the last few
years to benefit all students.
Our year 5 students have also had some wonderful results in Numeracy
with growth rates well above state, and similar school averages in this
facet of the testing.
Creating a love of books during Book Week
Next week we will be celebrating Book Week with a range of exciting
activities. Book Week is celebrated Australia wide to encourage reading
and push the importance of reading for both enjoyment and success.
The highlight of the week will be the book parade on Friday 25th August
with students dressing up as their favourite book character, with parents
encouraged to come and join in the fun. A BBQ lunch will start at 12pm
followed by the parade at 1pm. Students should bring their costumes in a
plastic bag as they will get ready just before the parade.
Other activities include:
A book fair that will be held in the library on Friday 25th August
from 8:30 – 3:30. You are invited to come along and buy some
new books for your child to read and enjoy at home or to donate to
our library.
A special performance by Cessnock City Council Library staff on
Wednesday 23rd August for all students.
Helping develop early literacy
An enthusiastic group of our Year 5 students have this week been heading
over to Honey Tree Preschool to support the Busy Bee Readers program.
These students have done an amazing job reading books to the preschool
children and their love of reading shone through. In the words of one of
our students (Katelyn) "I love it when their little faces light up when we
read them the stories.” Well done to all involved!
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Reading Writing Spelling G & P Numeracy
Year 3 2017 Average Score
State
SSG
CCGPS
School
Book Parade times:
12.00pm—BBQ lunch –Orders to be returned by Monday 21st August
12.40pm—Children will transform into their favourite character
1:00pm—The grand parade starts
League players impress at Gala Day
On Tuesday the 15th of August, Bellbird Public School entered their
first rugby league team in over 5 years.
With two games of rugby league, the team did an exceptional job. A
nil all draw with a very skilled Pelaw Main team and a 16-12 win over
a strong Kurri Kurri outfit put Bellbird in the mix for a grand final posi-
tion. Unfortunately due to for and against, we missed making the big
game by one try. We had many young students go up against teams
stacked with Year 6 students and plenty of experience, but that did
not stop anyone from trying their best. It is hard to single out players
but a big highlight for everyone was seeing Hayden Allison play his
first (and definitely not last) game of rugby league. Our school cap-
tain, Will Schreiber, did an outstanding job running the students out
onto the field and leading by example. With only three students in
Year 6, this team will be around for many years to come and we look
forward to writing up much more about the success of this great
team.
A massive thank you must go to the P & C for the brand new jerseys.
These jerseys will be around for many years to come and already I
am sure a few schools will feel a bit nervous when they see the ma-
roon jerseys with the Bellbird logo next time. Thank you also to Nick
and Trev for running the water and helping get the team ready for
each game. The boys (and teacher) really appreciated it on the day.
A big thank you must also go to Michelle for all your organisation and
help in getting this team up and running.
Good luck to all the junior rugby league players who have made the
finals this year. As a school we look forward to hearing about your
sporting achievements.
Congratulations to the following students for receiving their Silver Award
KH
Cassiel F Sheldon H Zavier H
Lucas P Ruby-Rose S Elijah S
Rhyse W
S1M
Curtis B Storm C Jacob C
Madison F Declan H Isaac H
Syeira P Willow P Emily T
Brandon T Oscar T Mason Z
S1S
Connor B Rese B Erica B
Matilda C Indianna H Kalaya H
Noah H Thomas I Lilly K
Taylah L Chase L Lily R
Elijah R Dakota S Tamika S
Rhys S Kiesha-Rae S Giaan S
Aurora T Liam W Sam W
S2M
Abby C Jackson C William D
Katelyn D Thomas M William M
Taylah M Tom S Ayden S
November T Nash W Zac W
S23B
Hannah A Kate B Dylan B
Dakota B Bailey B Charlie C
Landon F Madison F Ebony F
Stella H Janae H Brock J
William L Will L Haylee M
Chantelle O Jye P Alexia R
Natasha S Isla T Patrick W
S3B
Claire B
S3G
Sophie E Jacob E Will H
Stefanny S Kiah B
Congratulations to the following students for receiving their Bronze Award
S1S
Connor B Kalayah H Thomas I Tamika S
Chase L Blaze M Elijah R Sam W
S23B
Aiden B Lincoln W
Notes Home
The following notes have been sent home this fortnight. If you
have not received them they are available on our website for
download.
ESI & S1 Tocal Excursion (Due 25th August 2017)
Book Week 2017
P&C Term 3 News
If you experience difficulties downloading the notes off the
website the office has copies available.
BPS App Discontinued
Due to ongoing technical issues associated with our app,
we have decided to discontinue using this form of
communication. We are currently looking at other
options. In the meantime continue to use our school
website and facebook page to keep up to date.
Newcastle Permanent Primary Mathematics Competition
On Thursday August 24, all Stage 3 students will participate in
this Mathematics Competition.
This is a valuable opportunity for students to participate in an
external assessment. All Students receive participation certifi-
cates and merit certificates may also be awarded. The school
will cover the cost of entry so there is no charge for the stu-
dents.
Dux Assessments
The formal assessments for the Dux Award will take place on
Wednesday and Thursday of Week 6.
The students will complete a Year 7 NAPLAN Language Con-
ventions Assessment, a Year 7 NAPLAN Numeracy Assess-
ment, a standardised spelling assessment and a persuasive
writing assessment.
Please try to ensure that your child is at school on both of
these days if they have been nominated to participate.
Students of the Week
KF
Izabella H for sensational efforts in reading and writing.
Brady T for amazing efforts in spelling and reading.
KH
Isobel L for working really hard in TEN’s maths groups.
Ivy S for a big improvement in counting forwards.
S1M
Emily T for improvement in writing.
Madison F for dedication to her studies.
S1PB
Stella L for always being an active learner.
Isabelle T for improved effort in writing.
S1S
Dakota S for efforts in her reading.
Chase L for his continuous efforts in TEN activities.
S2M
Rylan T for improvement in writing.
Sienna J for creative rap performance.
S2S
Charlotte L for applying herself in all subjects.
Adison L for a fantastic, positive start at Bellbird.
S23B
Hannah A for outstanding participation in classroom dis-
cussions.
Madison F for fantastic effort with taking on the roll of
speaker.
S3B
Blake R for improved application in all subjects.
Seth R for being a productive group member.
S3G
Katelyn S for making excellent progress in Mathematics.
Will H for writing a fantastic ‘senses’ poem.
Mrs Deal
Thomas G for a super improvement in reading skills and
confidence.
Payment Due Dates Now that our school has transitioned to the new finance system, we are required to prepay all excursions in ad-vance. Due to this we are no longer able to accept pay-ments past the due date for each excursion / activity. Please also be aware that we are unable to process refunds for non participation. (Eg: Illness)
EUREKA TAEKWONDO
Bellbird Community Hall—Tuesday & Thursday
6.00 to 7.00pm
Cessnock Scout Hall—Monday
6.00 to 7.00pm
CANTEEN ROSTER Commencing 21 August 2017
Monday Kristi C / Brooke
Tuesday Kellie O / Raylene J
Wednesday Chelsie I / Belinda J
Thursday Dianne D / Kristy W / Leanne W
Friday Kristin B / Cherie C / Lesley P
Commencing 28 August 2017
Monday Cherie C / Dianne D
Tuesday Michelle S / Belinda J
Wednesday Chelsie I / Belinda J
Thursday Katrina W / Cathy P / Lisa A
Friday Rosezanne T / Jenny H
Dates to Remember
Term 3, 2017
Week 5
Wednesday August 16 to Friday August 18
Stage 2 Sydney Excursion
Week 6
Monday August 21 to Friday August 25
Book Week
Monday August 21
Assembly Item S3B 2.30pm
Tuesday August 22
P&C Meeting 4.30pm
Wednesday August 23
Playgroup 2.30pm to 3.15pm
Friday August 25
Book Week Parade
BBQ Lunch
Week 7
Tuesday August 29 to Friday September 1
Stage 3 Canberra Excursion
Wednesday August 30
Playgroup 2.30pm to 3.15pm
Week 8
Monday September 4
Assembly Item S23B 2.30pm
Tuesday September 5
Maths Fun Day, Yr 6 Transition to High School
Mount View HS
Wednesday September 6
Playgroup 2.30pm to 3.15pm
Friday September 8
K-2 Tocal Excursion (Payment due 25.08.17)
Week 9
Wednesday 13 September
Playgroup 2.30pm to 3.15pm
Thursday 14 September
Jump Rope for Heart
Friday 15 September
School Fete 1.30pm to 6.00pm
S3G News
This term in S3G we are learning about imagery and figura-
tive language. We are also learning to write a variety of
poems. Included in the newsletter are two poems written by
S3G students. We hope you appreciate the quality of this
poetry and enjoy reading the poems.
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