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From the Principals Desk Did you know that you can make
payments to LRCS online?
We have launched a new online payment portal linked to your school’s website
to make it easier for you to pay for school related payments. This is a secure pay-
ment page hosted by Westpac.
What expenses can be paid online?
Voluntary School Contributions * Subject Contributions
Excursions * Sport
Creative and Practical Arts * Sales to Students
Other
How? Log onto School site at www.lightningr-c.schools.nsw.edu.au. Click on “Make a Payment”
and follow the prompts to make a payment via Visa or MasterCard.
R e s p e c t
One of our five Turtle goals is respect and it is expected that every student shows respect to their family,
school and community.
Our Students often show respect. They wear school uniform, they listen and learn in lessons and they
represent their family, school and community at functions outside of school.
In the last few weeks we have had Anzac commemorations where our students have featured. Lincoln
Costello was flag bearer for the Lightning Ridge ANZAC march and with Torrey Mack and 10 other
students and a few staff represented the school extremely well. They are students – young men and
women of whom we can be proud.
At our school ceremony Stevan Kotru filled in for our absent Captains and did a remarkable job. He ran our
ceremony with dignity and skill and we should all be proud of his efforts.
On Friday the Lightning Ridge Language Nest was launched and students from our school danced
brilliantly under the guidance of Lennie Frail. Mr Markham brought the students from the BroSpeak
program to observe. They observed for a few moments and spent the rest of the morning helping – Well
Done.
A group of volunteers went to assist with serving food to guests, and did a fantastic Job. Visitors from as
far as Sydney were there and all commented on the uniform, the politeness and willingness to talk as they
served food but most of all they commented on the pride and respect shown by all our students.
These are just a few examples of our great young men and women and why we are all so proud to be part
of this school. If you want to hear more, come and talk to me and the other staff at our P&C Meet the staff
evening and BBQ on Tuesday May 13 starting at 5 pm.
Principal: Mr Kerry Adamthwaite
Secondary Deputy Principal: Darren Ball
PO Box 294, Kaolin Street Lightning Ridge NSW 2834 T 02 68290511 F 02 68290137 E [email protected]
What’s
Coming
Up!
Week 2
Thurs 8 May
X Country
Week 3
Tues 13 May
P & C
Meeting
Week 4
Tues 20 May
Computer
Skills
Competition
Week 6
Wed 4 June
Science
Competition
Week 8
Mon 16-20
June - Lake
Ainsworth
Excursion
2014 School Newsletter now available online,
check out our website on www.lightningr-cschools.nsw.edu.au
Term 2, Week 2
For more information regarding
future dates please go to the LRCS Website and view the
online calendar.
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LIGHTNING RIDGE CENTRAL SCHOOL
From The Deputy Principal - Darren Ball
Term 2 has started and there is a definite change in the weather. As the weather cools, it is important that students are comfortable and warm, but also in full school uniform. I’d like to remind students and parents that the uniform shop is open on Mondays and Thursdays. Now would be a good opportunity to get any warmer items students may need over winter.
I was very excited on Friday to be present at the launch of the Aboriginal Language Nest here in Lightning Ridge. Languages are a passion of mine and this opening will be an important milestone in the revitalisation, maintenance and advancement of the learning pathways for Gamilaraay/Yuwaalaraay/Yuwaalayaay language and culture. I look forward to the reestablishment of the language classes beginning in Stage 4 (Years 7 & 8) at Lightning Ridge Central School, when staff have been appointed, hopefully beginning Term 3 this year.
The school has recently made some changes in relation to leave passes. Leave passes will now only be granted at Lunch times, and only with written notes signed by parents. This is to ensure the safety of all students at the school. I look forward to your support of this this policy and welcome any feedback you may have in relation to the changes. The next P&C Meeting will be held on Tuesday 13
th May at 5:00pm.
P&C would be an excellent forum to raise any suggestions you have for continued improvement at our school. I look forward to seeing you there.
The uniform shop is pleased to announce that we are now taking
orders for the NEW LRCS winter jersey.
All students from Year 9 to Year 12 are invited to order or
purchase these hardwearing, long lasting, value-for-money jerseys.
A $35 non-refundable deposit must be paid at the time of
ordering.
The uniform shop is open
Monday and Thursdays,
8:30am to 9:00am.
ONLY $65
NEW LRCS WINTER JERSEY
Hello and I hope the term is going well for you!
Last term ended with sixty three students completing the LRCS Reading Challenge and by now
you should have seen the blue recording sheet for Term 2. There are spare copies of this in the
library if you need them. ES1 (Kindergarten) start the Reading Challenge and have a note
explaining what to do. Most important thing is to hand your completed recording sheet to the
library by Thursday 19th June. We have a party to celebrate and it is lots of fun.
Books in Homes is happening again for Stage1 this term. The catalogues have been sent home
and you are most welcome to come and view the books in the library. We receive a copy of each
book. Books will presented at a special Book Giving Assembly later in the term.
Best wishes for a great Term 2,
Penny Fahey
Teacher-Librarian
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Student of the
Week Primary Week 2 ES1B
Steven Sharpley
Steven always strives to produce
quality work and setting an
outstanding example for
everyone in ES1B.
Student of
the Week Primary Week 1 S1F
Natasja Thompson Natasja has been nominated for
student of the week because of her excellent
application to all areas of learning as well as
being a helpful and considerate classroom citizen.
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Student of the
Week Secondary Week 2 Year 11
Steven Kotru
Last week this young man stepped up
and demonstrated real qualities that
other students at LRCS could aspire
towards. With very little notice he
willingly and graciously led the ANZAC Assembly. In
class this student also demonstrates
Student of
the Week Primary Week 2 S23D
Grace Morris
Grace is always working hard to
do her best work and is always
available to help others
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Lightning Ridge Central School Swimming Achievements
Early this year eleven students represented Lightning Ridge Central School at the Regional School Swimming Carnival which was held in Armidale. Congratulations to Brooke Brown, Sean White, Lachlan Johnston, Chris Jones, Tallulah Chesworth, Emily Walsh Morris, Ava Seaton, Lilia Taylor, Savannah Chesworth, Charlie Taylor and Maddyson Tooth who participated on the day and swam extremely well. All students represented our school proudly. As a result four LRCS students, Maddyson Tooth, Lachlan Johnston, Tallulah Chesworth and Charlie Taylor, qualified for the NSW Primary Schools State Swimming Carnival held at the Sydney Aquatic Centre, Homebush. This is a great achievement for these students and they should be proud of their accomplishments having competed against the top swimmers from across the state. Congratulations to all students who have participated in school swimming events this year. It is a fantastic result to have so many students representing our school and community at representative level.
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Mandatory Technology Food
During Semester One Year 7 students have an assessment task about designing
muffins. This task involves students designing & producing their own muffin. This
task is due at the end of the term when students will cook their ‘own’ muffins.
Here are some photos of students in Term 1 cooking their own ‘designer muffins’.
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Ph 02 68290511 Fax02 68290137 Email: [email protected]