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Maitland
Learning
Community From Kindergarten to Year 12 in Partnership
25 Bolwarra Road, Bolwarra, NSW 2323
T 49301296 T 49301233 F 49300032
Email: [email protected]
Bolwarra Public School Success Through Effort
Term 4 Week 6
Newsletter
Christmas Concert – our annual Christmas concert will be on Tuesday 6th December, commencing at 5:30pm. All students will be presenting a Christmas item on the night with their Year group. We hope you can join us on the night.Presentation Day – the end of year presentation assemblies will be on Friday 9th December. We will be holding two assemblies on the day (K-2 at 9.30am and 3-6 at 11.30am). More information will become available closer to the date.
How can I help my child with their Mathematics?
One of the most common difficulties in Maths for students is subtraction with trading. I have included a homework tip from http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/ that explains the subtraction with trading process.
Merit Awards: The following students will receive their Award at Monday morning’s assembly.
PRINCIPAL’S AWARD: Savannah Hancock, Sienna Blackie, Braidyn McFarlane, Huxley Dean
BRONZE 1ST AWARD: Lily Martin, Penelope Sellens, Emelia Burrell, Oliver Bourne, Mitchell Seymour
BRONZE 2ND AWARD: Matthew Radford, Lachlan Rodrick
SILVER 2ND AWARD: Bailey Prance, Amber Hughes
GOLD 2ND AWARD: Madeline Sellens
Congratulations to these students.
Kind Regards,
Matt Leleu
Assistant Principal
PRINCIPALS NEWS Week 6 already! Where has this term gone? Term 4 is always a busy one in schools, and I imagine that as we run into the Christmas rush, this year will be no exception. This time of year is also a period where teachers are preparing reports for parents and making assessments of their students’ learning and progression. Reports will be sent home to parents in Week 10.
This week we welcome back Mrs. Price and Mrs. Gorton. I would like to thank Mr. Cunningham and Miss Bates for their hard work and commitment. Last week, the SRC hosted a fundraiser in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities. Thanks to those students who assisted in the selling of drink bottles and to Mrs. Doyle and the P&C for organising the event.
Sporting Achievements
Congratulations to Zoe Murdoch for her selection to play in the NSW State Cricket team. Zoe will be playing her first game very soon and we wish her the best of luck.
Intensive Swimming Program
Our students continued their intensive swimming program this week at East Maitland Pool. These students have been building their confidence in the water and developing their swimming abilities. The program concluded today. All students have been outstanding representatives of our school.
Kindergarten Orientation
We had our first Kindergarten orientation session last Wednesday. Thank you very much to all of the families who attended. Our new students had a wonderful time and participated in some great activities. We trust that the newest members of our ‘Bolwarra family’ are looking forward to joining us on a more permanent basis next year.
Parking near Bolwarra Soccer Clubhouse
It has been brought to our attention by concerned parents that vehicles have been parking on the grassed area beside the building. We please ask, for the safety of all children, that all vehicles park in the designated spaces. Numerous students leave via the back fields and it is a very busy area.
Upcoming Events
As the end of year approaches, there are some important events coming up.
P&C Gingerbread Night – the annual P&C gingerbread night will be on Friday 2nd December. This is a fantastic family event and a lot of fun. Information was sent home last Friday with booking details. If you need another note, they are available from the Front Office. Come along and have a great time. There will be a special guest with a snow white beard and a bright red suit arriving at some point through the night to visit the busy gingerbread builders.
Parents Online Payments (POP) on school website -
“$ Make a payment” tab (school payments only not P&C)
Online Uniform and Lunch orders www.flexischools.com.au
P&C Website www.bolwarrapandc.wordpress.com
Facebook Address www.facebook.com/BolwarraPublicSchool
School Website : www.bolwarra-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
OFFICE NEWS
Birthday Book Club
Notes in Circulation
Legends, Divas and Superstars
Stage 1 Party Day
School Leader Election Note
Stage 3 Party Day
Important Dates
Tuesday
22 November Legends, Divas and Superstars
Wednesday
23 November Kindy 2017 Orientation
Friday
25 November Year 5 Student Leadership day
Wednesday
30 November
Combined Scripture—Parents and Care-givers welcome
Canteen—Red Day
Friday
2 December Year 5 Speeches/Election
Gingerbread Night
Monday
5 December MHS Uniform Fitting for 2017 Year 7
Tuesday
6 December 2017 Libriarian Nominations
Christmas Concert—from 5.30pm
Wednesday
7 December Kindy 2017 Orientation
Friday
9 December
Presentation Day — K-2 at 9.30am
3– 6 at 11.30am
Monday
12 December Reports Sent Home
Thursday
15 December Party Day
Stage 3—Bowling
Friday
16 December Stage 1 (yr 1 and 2) Party Day—Movies
Reading Cinemas Maitland
When it is your child’s birthday, they have the opportunity to donate a book of their choice (already purchased by the library) for the small cost of $6.00. After paying, the children can come to the library and select a birthday book.
The books will be presented to the children on assembly. Each book will have a special message inside saying who has donated the book. The birthday child will be the first to borrow the book. Sienna, Leo, Cooper C, Edge, Emma F, Ruby-Rose and Harriet are joining the book club this week.
P & C NEWS
Uniform Fittings for
Maitland High Year 7 2017
Please find in the Newsletter an information page
about uniform fitting. Also be aware appointments
need to be made through the school (49 301296)
for the fitting day (Monday 5th December). Times
are filling quick.
Scholastic Book Club
Book club orders are due by Monday 28th November.
If you wish to place an order for Christmas now is the time
to do so. Online orders will need to be submitted via the Did you know Did you know Did you know our school can receive 5% refund on
all of your purchases at REBEL SPORTS.
Next time you are in any Rebel store just join as a free Rebel
member and nominate Bolwarra School on your membership.
Mention us when you shop and you will be helping purchase great
things for our kids!
Mango Orders We are getting excited! Mangoes
will be arriving very soon!!! We will keep you updated
Gingerbread Night – Friday 2nd Dec Don’t forget to order your Gingerbread house and join us for a fantastic night of Christmas fun.
Orders via Flexi schools or at the office.
Please note: We apologise for the error in pricing – the
correct price is $20 per kit.
MAITLAND CITY LIBRARY is excited to announce a bigger and better Summer Reading Club in 2017!
Star Wars Launch
We will be launching Summer Reading Club with a special Star Wars Launch on 1 December at Maitland Library, 3.30pm – 5.00pm. Join us for heroes and villains activities, have your photo taken at our Star Wars Selfie Station. Register for Summer Reading Club and pick up your starter pack.
The first 100 children to register at any Maitland City Library branch on 1 December from 3pm will receive an extra mystery prize.
Summer Reading Club runs from 1 December until 31 January. This year’s theme is Heroes and Villains. There are many fun activities and great prizes up for grabs, such as movie tickets or book vouchers.
Win extra prizes by completing our Book Bingo and What Happens Next Challenges.
COMMUNITY NOTICES
CANTEEN NEWS
YUMMY FRUIT SMOOTHIES!
Available over the counter only on
Monday, Wednesday and Fridays.
Choc-banana
Mixed Berry
Mango
$1.50 each
YEAR HOSTING
During term 4, each school year will be having a turn being involved with ‘Year Hosting’ in the Canteen. Year 6 parents will have an opportunity to participate in the end of year/end of primary school activities planned for their children.
Please find the week/s that are applicable to you, choose a day that suits you best and send your form back so we can have lots of participation from each years families. On lunch order days you will be working with our Canteen Co-coordinator Mel Caldwell who organises the day and ensures everything runs smoothly. Our canteen is air-conditioned, lunch is provided and most importantly, your involvement directly helps your children.
Week starting
28th November – Year 1
21st November – Year 2 5th December – Kindergarten
The canteen is open from 8.45 am to 2.00pm, Monday, Wednesday & Friday
(lunch order days) and 12.30pm to 2pm Tuesday & Thursday. Any time is very much appreciated.
Our whole school hopes to benefit from this new class hosting system with parents given another
opportunity to get to know one another, help their school, encourage year team work that brings the home and school together and giving families a better understanding of our canteen and what it has to offer.
Forms can be returned to canteen or office. Please contact our canteen
co-ordinator Mel on 0422335939 if you require further information.
DAY 8.45 – 2.30 8.45 – 11 11 – 2.30 12noon – 2.30 ANZAC BISCUITS
Extra Volunteers Needed
MONDAY 21.11
Supervisor Bronwyn Whitehouse
1
TUESDAY 22.11
Tracey Mortimer
1
WEDNESDAY 23.11
Supervisor Ros Richards Bec Whiteley
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THURSDAY 24.11
Angela Hill Melissa Murray
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FRIDAY 25.11
Supervisor Kath Seddon Jo Dyson
Bronwyn Whitehouse
Vanessa Sey-mour
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MONDAY 28.11
Supervisor Megan P
1
TUESDAY 29.11
Amanda Rodrick
1
WEDNESDAY 30.11 RED DAY
Supervisor Leah Robinson Bec Whiteley
2
THURSDAY 1.12
Angela Partridge
1
FRIDAY 2.12
Supervisor Stacey Nash
Melissa Bartlett Emma Walsh (10-12)
Ali Haggarty
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CANTEEN ROSTER
The Uniform Shop at Maitland High School requires all students to attend a uniform fitting during Term 4, to purchase or
Lay-by their uniforms. To make this easier, the staff from the Maitland High Uniform Shop will be at Bolwarra School in
early December to fit students attending Maitland High in 2017. Parents are encouraged to attend this scheduled fitting
appointment time.
Please contact your school office – Bolwarra Public School – on 49 30 1296 to make your appointment
time. 20 minute time slots are available on the day – Monday 5 December. Appointment times fill
quick, so be sure to secure a time ASAP.
Purchase Option 1 - Purchase on the Day - Families that purchase in full on the day will be able to collect their uni-
form from the Maitland High Uniform Shop after the 6th December 2016.
Purchase Option 2 - Lay-by on the Day - Families may Lay-by their uniform on the day for a collection before school
returns.
Payment Options - Payments can be made with:
Cash Visa Card (Debit Card or Credit Card) MasterCard (Debit Card or Credit Card)
IMPORTANT: We are unable to accept any cards that do not display the VISA or MasterCard symbol. Online Shopping Delivery - Online orders are also able to be placed and collection from the uniform shop when open or
delivered to your home for a fee. Please allow 2-4 days postage from when the shop next opens. (It is not advised to place an online order the week before school returns if you need the uniforms for back to school). Returns, Warranty and Exchanges - Alinta offers a 12-month retail warranty on manufacturing faults (not general wear and tear). For exchanges and refunds, garments must be unworn and in original condition. For warranty items, please make sure the garments are laundered before returning to the shop. Garments that have not been laundered will
not be accepted for warranty. January Opening Hours – The uniform shop will be open in January for Lay-by collection and last minute fittings. The hours and days will be advertised at the end of Term 4.
Uniform Shop Contact Details Phone: 02 4934 1136 (During shop hours)
Online Shop: www.alintaapparel.com.au (Click to Register the first time you attempt to log on)
Email: [email protected]
Opening Hours Monday 2.00pm - 4.00pm (School Days) Wednesday 8.00am -10.00am
FLEXISCHOOLS
If you have any queries regarding this process please phone Flexischools directly on 1300 361 769.
It is a legal requirement for all volunteers to fill and sign the Working with Children Check Form. It is also a requirement to pro-vide 100 point identification to accompany this form. Please attend the office to complete this form. If you need any more infor-mation please phone Melani or ask in the office. If you have already done your WWCC online, please give your number and D.O.B. to the office to verify.
ATTENDANCE AT SCHOOL
Regular attendance at school is important for students to be able to reach their potential. The school is required to record the reason for any absences. Students are only to be absent when they are sick or have another good reason for missing school. If your child is sick you can notify us via the Skoolbag App, telephone us, or send a note in when your child returns to school.
You can download the App on Apple or Android devices– simply visit your Apple Store or Google Play Store and search for “Bolwarra Skoolbag”.
My child ..............................................of class ............. was absent on (date) ..................................
For the following reason .....................................................................................................................
Parent signature: ……………………………………………………………………………………………
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