Respect, Responsibility, Personal Best Branxton Public School Newsletter to Parents

BRANXTON PUBLIC SCHOOL

Find us at: 12 King St, Branxton NSW 2335 Email: branxton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au Phone: (02) 4938 1214 Fax: (02) 4938 1905 Website: www.branxton-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

Week 10 Term 3 Wednesday 25th September, 2019

Dates to Remember

27.9.19 PBL Assembly

27.9.19 Payment due to be finalised for Stage 3 Canberra Excursion

27.9.19 Last Day of Term 3

14.10.19 First Day of Term 4

17.10.19 Stage 3 Excursion Parent Meeting

Individual student results will need to be discussed with classroom teachers. Interviews for this can be made after the holidays. An ongoing issue occurs when students bring their special toys to school. Sadly, these items can sometimes go missing and be damaged. Whilst the staff will endeavor to rectify the problem for students it is not always an easy solution. For this reason, we advise that students who bring their special toys to school are doing so at their own risk and often it would be better to encourage them to leave them at home. Beyblades This week we have had to make the decision to stop our students from bringing Bey Blades to school. Please support us with this by reminding your child to keep them at home.

Selective High Schools 2021 Please read the following information in regard to selective high schools. Applications for Year 7 entry to selective high schools in 2021 must be made online between 8 October 2019 and 11 November 2019. Late applications will not be accepted. Parents must apply online at <https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7> All applicants are required to sit the Selective High School Placement Test to be held on Thursday 12 March 2020. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday break. School will resume on MONDAY 14

th October.

Mrs Ballenden

PRINCIPAL’S NEWS As the term draws to an end, I would like to acknowledge the work of our dedicated staff here at Branxton Public School. Our students continue to be offered many extra curricula activities which require time and effort in planning and coordination. Our staff are engaging in new learning to continue to improve learning out comes for the students. The support staff, both in the office and in the classroom, are always there working side by side with teachers to enable these things to happen. On behalf of everyone I say thank you! All of this would not be possible without the ongoing support of parents. We thank you for the vital part you play in your child’s education. We would also like to acknowledge those parents and family members who work within our school listening to students read, working in the canteen or as part of our P&C. Students in Year 3 and 5 will receive their NAPLAN results today. We will be holding an information session on this early in Term 4 with a view to sharing the results for the whole school.

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EARLY STAGE 1 (KINDERGARTEN) NEWS Mrs Nimmo organised a fabulous Infants’ Sports Day! Thank you to our families and friends who came along to support the children and join in the fun on the day. Thank you to Mr & Mrs Carmody who helped to secure our shade shelters when the breeze picked up. I hope everyone has had a look at the photos of the day on our school Facebook page. It was lovely to see all students participating and having fun.

Kindergarten have enjoyed working with Mrs Tuyl over Term 3. We have learnt new songs and dances and we performed beautifully at the Performance Assembly last week. Holidays are approaching and we are all ready for a good break. Reading over the holidays is a good way to relax… and keep up our skills. Please let your child’s teacher know if you’d like some extra readers over the holiday. We hope all our families enjoy the break and come back ready for the final term of Kindergarten.

Mrs Quilty Early Stage 1 Supervisor

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT On the 15th of September

Lillian and Indianna

represented Branxton Public

School in Judo NSW’s Junior Schools Cup.

We won the following medals in the competition:

1 Gold, 0 Silver, 0 Bronze.

Judo is a sport where individuals compete

against each other to score

an ‘Ippon’ which is awarded for a controlled throw

or for pinning an opponent down for 20 seconds.

Judo has many practical uses and teaches

using opponents momentum to your benefit.

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STAFF TRAINING

Whole school data meetings

STAGE 3 NEWS Payments for the Canberra excursion are due this Friday. Please return all medical notes to enable planning to continue. A parent information session for this excursion is scheduled for Thursday 17

th October at 3.20pm. A packing note

was sent home to allow you time in the holidays to organise the required items. As mentioned in previous newsletters writing has been a major focus area for our students and staff. We are particularly seeing an improvement in student vocabulary. Please read the following samples from each class.

Mrs Ballenden Stage 3 Supervisor

STAGE 1 NEWS Matific Matific is an online

mathematics

teaching resource

provided by our school for students. It focuses

on improving core skills such as addition,

subtraction, division, multiplication and more.

Students are able to access this program at

home. It can be googled and accessed on a

computer/laptop or the App can be downloaded

on a device. Tasks have been set by teachers

for students to complete. They will need their

username and password.

End of Term We are almost to the end of our 3

rd term at

school- one more to go for 2019! It is truly amazing to walk into any of the Stage 1 classrooms, pick out any of the students’ workbooks- whether it be literacy, maths or another subject, and see the improvement made since the beginning of the year. I hope our students realise what a wonderful effort they are demonstrating with their learning! I also enjoy walking into their rooms- full of colour and happiness, and witnessing the positive student engagement on show. Well done to our Stage 1 students, and well done to their teachers! The teachers and I wish you a restful and restorative break and hope that you enjoy some quality time with your families that include fun, activity and very importantly for our children too, rest. Just in case, I have included some websites to provide ideas for activities in the holidays. http://www.beafunmum.com/2011/06/100-school-holiday-activity-ideas/ https://www.stayathomemum.com.au/my-kids/activities/50-cheap-school-holiday-activities/ https://www.kidspot.com.au/school/school-

holidays/holiday-activities/12-easy-ways-to-beat-

school-holiday-boredom-at-home/news-

story/0ee735d5eee03c6201cafe7c10a5cd09

Mrs

Noble

Stage 1 Supervisor

STAGE 2 NEWS Week 10 already and so much has happened. We look forward to the PBL Assembly on Friday with the Infants at 9:20 and the Primary at 9:50. Principal's Morning Tea and PBL Rewards in the afternoon and then a well deserved break for everyone. The Footy Fever Out of Uniform Day is on Friday as well. Please make sure that hats and shoes are still appropriate for sunny weather.

NAPLAN Results are back and you should receive them today.

Have a safe and happy time with your children. Mr Johanson Stage 2 Supervisor

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Champion Scott adores the slushy soccer pitch

Suspense flows through him, soon he tumbles His ball control needs some work

Scott soon hears the crowd rumbles

The fateful time won’t leave his mind Scott’s career is almost to an end His coach is utterly disappointed This incident isn’t going to mend

After the ball smashes the net Scott is puzzled after he hears the roar

He doesn’t want to think the worst Then soon knows the other team has scored

Scott’s team smells a dark defeat This one goes down in the books

The wooden spoon had been gifted The other team declares them as sooks

By Harley 5/6E

James the Cricketer James walks on the field for the first time

Ready to smash the ball But he’s never played before

And he fell on the floor Although he didn’t get any runs

He had tremendous fun After school James practised for hours

Nothing could stop him, not even the sun It comes to Saturday, its game day

James was surely ready The ball was speeding straight at him

James stares at the ball, his feet steady Bang!! James hits a massive six James continues this all day long

The rep team keep spectating It’s like James has strength of King Kong

By Charlie 5/6E

Australia Bone dry outback

Lovely sandy beaches Magnificent hopping creatures

Home to the best batsmen in the world Refreshing clean air of the mountains

The dark history of my home Prison island to a Great Southern Land

Pat - 5/6D

Cinquain Beyblades spinning bursting

Attack starina defence Awesome battles are fun

Let it rip! Ryan - 5/6D

What makes me Australian I am Australian living in fear The crocodiles are eating The snakes are striking

While the climate is heating

I am Australian living in fear Magpies swoop, I want to run All I want is to have some fun

Oh god, Ned Kelly has a gun … By Max 5/6K

Guess what I’m thinking of right now It’s the Aussie icon vegemite

We also love our sausage snags We’d stay up eating them all night

The first fleet came over on their ships

Invading all the lands Aboriginals tried to fight for their right

But the government had different plans

Another snappy friend of ours Is the native croc

If you see how big they are You’d get blown out’ya socks

By Oscar 5/6K

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JUNIOR AECG

Pathway Awards Two of our ATSI students attended a special award evening on Wednesday, 11

th

September, at Maitland Grossman High School. The Pathway Awards, or now known as the “Wanay Kuwaykuway” Awards are held annually to recognise the achievements of our ATSI students. “Wanay Kuwaykuway” means “proud child/children” in the Wonnarua language.

On the night, Patrick and Gracie received an Education and Leadership Award along with a book. Unfortunately Georgia and Chayse were unable to attend however, they received their award and book at school during an assembly. Congratulations to all of our students!

New Leaders for 2020 Nominating for executive positions for our Junior

AECG was tabled at our meeting, held last week.

Quite a few students attended the meeting and

heard about our proposed yarning circle to be

constructed in the playground. The meeting also

discussed holding a workshop to devise a name

for our yarning circle. Students were also invited

to be involved in developing a “Wonnarua Word-a

-Week” program, that may be implemented

across the school in 2020. The meetings are held

at least once a term. All ATSI and non-ATSI

students are welcome to attend and participate.

There’s Nothing Like Australia… From a giant sturdy rock

To the beautiful ancient art Endless twisted coral

And wind zooming like a dart

From the deadly sandy deserts To the mountains with a sunrise scene,

Slow and steady goes the ocean, And the beaches are always clean.

By Will 5/6G

The Storm The storm continues,

The wind blows. When will it stop? God knows.

Raining pouring down, over my head, While I just wait here, safe in bed.

By Jasmine 5/6G

The ballad of the gymnast Young Chloe the flexible gymnast Stretching on the hard wood floor

Getting ready for the show Right out the blue and pink door

Now she is doing cartwheels To her mother’s white car She is looking in the boot

For her long silver bar

Chloe puts on her leotard And her pretty blue bow

Going to the big bright stage Ready for the big show

She does a big arial And lands perfectly on her feet

Now she is doing a routine And dancing to the loud beat

The gymnast gets of the stage The show is well and truly done

Chloe goes home and rests in her bed The thought hit her that gym is fun

By Chloe - 5/6K

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P&C NEWS

Wow, another Term over and only one more to go for 2019! Thank you to all of our parents, family members and wider community members who have helped out in Term 3 with our fundraisers, events and general running of the P&C. As always, our wonderful school P&C does not happen without the help of so many volunteers. In Term 4 we have some more lovely events to look forward to. Our biggest event will be the annual Christmas Carols by Torchlight on Thursday 28

th November (Week 7) at 6pm on the

school grounds. We will be asking for volunteers to assist on the night closer to the date. You can all help in many different ways, including setting up and packing up, help run stalls, cooking the BBQ or ticket sales at the gate. Spread the word that the date has been set and for all of our wonderful community members to come along on the night for a great family occasion (and an appearance by a special guest!). The current projects we are working on and applying for grant money to fund for the rest of the year include an electronic sign for the front of the school (this is a big project and requires a large grant so cross your fingers!), the early stages of developing a sensory garden idea for the playground, purchasing some new seating for parents and visitors during assemblies and performances, and individual online training for all students to receive their digital citizenship and be cyber smart online. Key dates coming up: Next P&C Meeting – Monday 28

th October

(Week 3) 6:00pm in the school library. Kindergarten Orientation Welcome Morning

Tea – Friday 15th November (location and

time to be confirmed). Carols by Torchlight – Thursday 28

th

November (Week 7) at 6:00pm on the school grounds.

To get in touch or keep up to date with the P&C

like our Facebook page, read the school

newsletter, talk to P&C members, email the

address below, help at an event or come along to

the next meeting. Thank you for your support

Branxton Public School families.

Melissa, P&C Secretary branxtonpublicschool@pandcaffiliate.org.au www.facebook.com/BranxtonPublicPandC

PBL Our PBL Assemblies will be held this Friday with the Infants Assembly first at 9.20am followed by the Primary Assembly starting around 9.50am. All parents and carers are welcome.

Ticket Draw Winners

ES1 - Jasper (Responsibility) & Iysaach (Personal Best)

Stage 1 – Georgie (Personal Best) & Jayden (Responsibility)

Stage 2 - Harry (Respect) & Xavier (Personal Best)

Stage 3 - Pat (Personal Best) & Lara (Responsibility)

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DAY 1 – SATURDAY 09 November 2019

Gates open at 8.30 am – Gates close at 5.30 pm. The event will be held at Camp Road, Greta NSW 2334 (follow the signs). ■ 08:30 am – Gates Open (Main Entrance) ■ 09.30 am – Official Parade / Official Opening Including The Royal Australian Navy Band (Parade Area). ■ 10.30 am – Tiger Moth Fly Over Over (Parade Area) & Newcastle Greek Dance Group (Stage Area) ■ 10.35 – 10.55 am – Brass Bands (Stage Area) ■ 11.00 – 11.20 – Lakjonik Polish Dance Ensemble (Stage Area) ■ 11.25 am – C130 Hercules Over Site ■ 11.30 am – Brass Bands (Food Area) & Sing Australia Choir (Stage Area) ■ 11:30 am – Armoured Vehicle Display Tanks etc (Armoured Vehicle Safety Area) & Sing Australia Choir (Stage Area) ■ 11.35 – 11.55 am – Brass Bands & Sing Australia Choir (Stage Area) ■ 12.00 -12.30 – Hunter Folk Dance Group (Stage Area) ■ 12.20 pm – Military Aircraft (Over Site) ■ 12.40 pm – Armoured Vehicle Display Tanks etc (Armoured Vehicle Safety Area) & Greek – Ballilika (Stage Area) ■ 13.00 pm – Scottish Bands (Walking Around Site) ■ 13.30 pm – Jaoutris Paris – Latvian Dance Group (Stage Area) ■ 14.00 pm – Armoured Vehicle Display Tanks etc (Armoured Vehicle Safety Area) ■ 14.20 pm – MRH 90 Helicopter (Over Site) ■ 14.30 pm – Lajkonik – Polish Dance Ensemble (Stage Area) ■ 15.00 pm – Scottish Bands (Walking Around Site) ■ 15.30 pm – Armoured Vehicle Display Tanks etc (Armoured Vehicle Safety Area) & Newcastle Greek Dance Group (Stage Area) ■ 16.00 pm – Scottish Bands (Walking Around Site Food and Market Stall Area), Sing Australia Choir (Stage Area) & Jaoutris Paris – Latvian Dance Group (Stage Area) ■ 16.30 pm – Armoured Vehicle Display Tanks etc (Armoured Vehicle Safety Area) & Hunter Folk Dance Group (Stage Area) ■ 17.00 – 17.20 pm – Mass Pipes and Drums (Parade Area) & Greek – Ballilika (Stage Area) ■ 17.20 – 17.30 pm – Tiger Moth Fly Over (Over Parade Area)

DAY 2 – SUNDAY 10 November 2019

Gates open at 8.30 am – Gates close at 4.30 pm. The event will be held at Camp Road, Greta NSW 2334 (follow the signs). ■ 08.30am – Gates Open (Main Entrance) ■ 09.30 am – Tiger Moth Fly Over (Over Parade Area) & Bal-kan Ethno Orchestra (Stage Area) ■ 10.00 am – Brass Bands (Stage Area) ■ 10.30 am – Polish Saturday School Dancers (Stage Area)

■ 11.00 am – C130 Hercules (Over Site), Armoured Vehi-cle Display Tanks etc (Armoured Vehicle Safety Area) & Scottish Country Dances (Stage Area) ■ 11.30 am – Brass Bands (Food Area) ■ 12.00 – 12.45 pm – Brass Bands (Food Area) ■ 12.20 pm – Military Aircraft (Over Site) & Voyage of Irish Dance Group (Stage Area) ■ 12.40 pm – Armoured Vehicle Display Tanks etc (Armoured Vehicle Safety Area) ■ 13.00 pm – Scottish Bands (Walking Around Site) ■ 13.30 pm – Veselka Ukrainian Dance group (Stage Area) ■ 14.00 pm – Armoured Vehicle Display Tanks etc (Armoured Vehicle Safety Area) & Balkan Ethno Orchestra (Stage Area) ■ 14.20 pm – MRH 90 Helicopter (Over Site) ■ 14.30 pm – Scotia Highland Dancers (Stage Area) ■ 15.00 pm – Scottish Bands (Walking Around Site – Food and Market Stall Area) ■ 15.30 pm – Armoured Vehicle Display Tanks etc (Armoured Vehicle Safety Area) & Kengugro – Hungarian Dance Group (Stage Area) ■ 16.00 pm – Polish Saturday School Dancers (Stage Area) ■ 16.00 – 16.20 pm – Mass Pipes and Drums (Parade Area) ■ 16.20 – 16.30 pm – Tiger Moth Fly Over (Over Parade Area) ■ 16.30 pm – Official Close (Stage Area / Parade Area)