CLASS SHIELD

This week we continue to focus on students showing they are proud to be part of RPS by wearing their school uniform, taking care of their belongings and helping others to care for theirs.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

Week 7 Term 2

9/6 Biggest Morning Tea POSTPONED. New date to be advised.

10/6 Years 5&6 Kelso High performance No School Assembly

Week 8 Term 2

13/6 Public Holiday

14/6 Staff Development Day 3:15-6:15pm

15/6 iLearn

17/6 School Assembly 12pm 5/6G item

Week 9 Term 2

21/6 P&C Meeting 7pm Library

23/6 Field Events Student reports home

24/6 P&C Pie Drive School Assembly 12pm K/1W Item

Week 10 Term 2

28/6 SRC Pyjama Day Parent Teacher Interviews

29/6 ES1/S1 Excursion

1/7 School Assembly 12pm Students last day T2

NOTES HOME

Stories in the Dark, Yrs 5&6: due 8/6/16

iLearn, Yr6: due 10/6/16

Parent Teacher Interviews: due 10/6/16

Biggest Morning Tea postponed

Book Club: due 12/6/16

P&C Pie Drive: due 16/6/16

Field Events rescheduled

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

Plumbing Issues Last night, we had a blockage in one of the pipes which caused seepage up through the drain in the library and then into Mrs Cross’ and Mrs Thompson’s classrooms as well as the adjacent wet area. These rooms have been closed and the classes relocated into our school hall. Although these classrooms and library are closed until carpets have been replaced, the school is operational. I must admit, it is amazing to work with such a competent and wonderful group of people. This morning, the RPS A Team went into action and worked together to ensure there was minimal disruption to our students. I thank the quick thinking of Miss Stewart who came early to school and made calls re the blockage which enabled plumbers to attend to it immediately. I also thank our cleaner Mrs Corby for notifying Miss Stewart so promptly and helping to clean up. I am also appreciative of Mr Wade’s help. He assisted with the clean up as well as moving furniture into the hall. I thank our staff for their flexibility and getting on with the job of setting up the classrooms. Finally, I thank the students for their resilience, help and understanding and way in which they worked with us. School Uniform Review RPS is currently reviewing its school uniform, both boys and girls, and we would like your thoughts, ideas and opinions. To have your say, we’ve attached a survey to this newsletter which asks the question ‘What would you change about our school uniform and why?’ Please return your survey by Friday, 17th June or come speak to your child’s teacher. We’d love to hear from you. Leaving School Grounds A reminder to parents and carers to exit the school grounds in the afternoon through the Godfrey Street gate. It is of concern that children and parents leave school through the staff car park or Nelson Street gate which is for bus children only. It would cause great distress to see any member of our whole school community get hurt. By leaving through the correct gate, it minimises the danger to you and your children.

PRINCIPALS RECOGNITION I would like to recognise Mrs Urquhart and Mrs Staines for their support of so many of our children at RPS. They go about their business quietly and efficiently. I thank them for their hard work, patience and ability to be so flexible.

Working together as partners in the education of your child.

Meryl Tremain

Week 7 Term 2 2016 NEWSLETTER Tuesday, 7th June 2016

We are proud of… OUR STUDENTS OF THE WEEK

Kayden Fletcher, Faith and Lucas Gronowicz are our students of the week. Kayden is congratulated for his amazing dance skills during 3Ws performance at last week’s assembly, Faith and Lucas for their

fantastic effort in mathematics. OUR ASSEMBLY AND PLAYGROUND AWARD WINNERS

Jac Cochrane is congratulated for proudly wearing his school uniform and Jay Davis for fantastic listening. They both received a prize to thank them. OUR WINNERS OF THE CLASS SHIELD

Congratulations to 3/4C who are the winners of this week’s class shield. They are congratulated for proudly wearing their school uniform. Sophie Falconer and Jonathan Agland accepted the shield on behalf of 3/4C.

CWA Public Speaking Competition Last Tuesday, Luci Steffen, Bronte Cullen-Ward, Vsna Saban and Layla Stark competed in the CWA Public Speaking competition at All Saints College. On the day, there were over 100 students competing from public, private and independent schools. It was a difficult competition as there were many skilled public speakers our students competed against. The girls reported that having 3 or 4 judges listening to their speeches was fairly nerve wracking. Our team found it to be a worthwhile experience as they were given tips and ideas for improvement in the presentation section of the day. We congratulate Luci, Bronte, Vsna and Layla for their bravery, taking a risk, being involved and giving their speeches their absolute best.

The following children will be presented with their Striving Higher Awards at the assembly on Friday, 17th June at 12pm. 5 Awards Claire Wilson, Brodie Edwards, Lucy Downey, Cooper Smith, Quinlan Rogers, Gemma Cashman, Brooke Nixon, Jake Evans, Lachlan Fitzsimmons, Kirsten Bednal, Reece Urquhart, Rohan Brown, Rhys Porter, Joseph Allen, Eve Robson, Kailea Isbister, Jay Davis, Rudi Schwartz, Ivan Slavicek, Charlotte Turner, Bowen Cromie, Ashton Corby, Jett Carter, Emily Wray, Kody Smith, Darcy Williams, James McAlpine, Maeve Halvorson, Eliza Dwyer, Natasha Dolbel, Lachlan Vallis, Layla Stark, Clara Bromfield, Jack Fox, Jordan Geale, Ben Halvorson, Laylah Faulkner, Joshua Nott, Gabby Davis, Maddy Cutler, Brodie Robinson, Kara Stark. SCHOOL NEWS RAGLAN PUBLIC SCHOOL BIGGEST MORNING TEA POSTPONED – NEW DATE TO BE CONFIRMED. Our Biggest Morning Tea event which was scheduled for Thursday, 9th June has had to be postponed due to classes being conducted in the hall. We will let you know as soon as a new date for this event is set. PSSA SOCCER REPORTS Last Monday our girls’ soccer team played Bathurst Public School at Police Paddock. It was very windy which made it much harder to kick the ball. The final score was 2-4 going Bathurst Public’s way. We were winning the first half of the game but Bathurst Public came back stronger in the second half. The wind was against us second half so it was very difficult for us. Our 2 goals were scored by Lara Edwards and Charlie-Mai Fox. However, we kept our heads high throughout the whole game. The team should be very proud of their amazing efforts. Well done Raglan girls! Report by Charlie-Mai Fox and Hannah Adams Last week the boys went to Police Paddock to play soccer against Bathurst Public. The boys worked well together as a team with Jake scoring a goal which saw us tied with Bathurst Public in the first half. We showed great teamwork and we committed to the game until the whistle was blown. The boys showed great sportsmanship. We were proud of the hard work and effort we put into the game. The final score was 1-5 their way. Report by Jhye Akroyd and Lachlan Martin

STUDENTS LEADING THE WAY ASSEMBLY AWARDS

Scots School Pre-Kindergarten Information Night The Scots School Information Night for 2017 Pre-Kindergarten will be held at 6pm Tuesday 7 June, 2017 in the Performing Arts Centre. ALL WELCOME! For more information or to RSVP, please contact Mrs Lynda Ireland on 63312766. 2016 Census Field Officers needed If you’re community minded, comfortable using a computer, mobile or tablet device, are an Australian Citizen or have the legal right to work in Australia, then jump online and apply today. A Census Field Officer’s duties may vary, depending on their assigned area. Job seekers from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Apply now at abs.gov.au/careers Allergy Alert Lunch Bags

LIBRARY NEWS

Due to damage occurring in the Library from the drain blockage, students are unable to borrow any books until further notice. Sorry if this causes any inconvenience. Nichole Wade Teacher Librarian

P&C NEWS

P&C Pie Drive Order forms for the P&C Pie Drive have gone home today. These forms need to be returned to the school with the correct money by Thursday 16th June so that the orders can be placed. Please support this fund raiser as all money raised will go towards new resources for the students.

CANTEEN ROSTER

Week 7

Mon 6/6/16 Jenny Furner, Lynette Bromfield

Fri 10/6/16 Elaine Fox, VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Week 8

Mon 13/6/16 CLOSED PUBLIC HOLIDAY

Fri 17/6/16 Katrina Tobin, VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

COMMUNITY NEWS

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