Principal’s Message Dear Parents/Caregivers, This term is certainly flying and it is hard to imagine that we are already half way through. From walking around the school and visiting classrooms, I have been greatly impressed by the quality of learning that is taking place. Thanks must go to the hardworking and dedicated staff and supportive parents, whose efforts have led to many great and exciting things happening at South already this year. A real strength of our school, is the consistent teamwork and commitment by many to ensure students achieve the highest possible education outcomes. Reconciliation Week

This week our school will celebrate Reconciliation Week, with students involved in activities that reflect upon the achievements and rich culture of Indigenous Australians. National Reconciliation Week celebrates and builds on respectful relationships shared by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and other Australians. Yesterday we marked the beginning of Reconciliation

Week with a march around the school, with students carrying both the Australian and Indigenous Flags. Vince Kelly Last Friday, the students joined together in the School Hall to listen to an amazing presentation by Vince Kelly. He spoke about the journey he had undertaken to ride in The Tour de Cure and what we can all be doing to keep ourselves as healthy as possible, We congratulate him on his efforts to raise money for cancer research, and we thank him for the fantastic opportunity to hear his story. Staffing News It is lovely to welcome back to the teaching team, Mrs Landale. For the remainder of 2019, Mrs Landale will be involved in heading a lead team, focusing on the development of a strong reading culture in our school, as well as, improved use of student data to drive educational programs and future professional development for staff.

DHS Yr 10 Work Experience This week we welcome Imogen Simpson and Emma East, former South students, to our school as part of the DHS Work Experience Program. We hope that they have a great time working with our students in Kinder Astronauts and 1/2 Apollo. Instructional Rounds Today we welcomed a number of teaching colleagues, from surrounding schools, into our classrooms. The intent behind this visit, is to support other schools in their educational journey of Curiosity and Powerful Learning. Teaching teams observed our teachers in practice, seeing first hand, the changes we have made to our teaching practice through our own involvement with Curiosity and Powerful Learning. I would like to thank all the staff involved for the work they put in to ensure that this visit was such a success.

Professional Development Teaching Staff Last week a number of teachers participated in professional development designed to build upon teacher capacity to improve writing and reading practice in the classroom. Staff learnt how to use quality teaching and evidence based practice to improve student results. They also explored current research on effective teaching and learnt about what works best. Friday Assembly Assembly will be on this Friday the 31

st May. I hope to see

you there. Infants Assembly: 11.30am Primary Assembly: 12.10pm School Fees A huge thank you to all families that have paid their 2019 school fees. 2019 fees can be paid at the front office. Fees are: 1 Child - $75 2 Children - $125 3 Children- $170 Liz Dudley Principal

Term 2 Week 5 - 28/05/2019

Phone: 03 5881 2045 Fax: 03 5881 5079 Email: deniliqsth-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au Website: www.deniliqsth-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Principal: Liz Dudley

K-2 Athletics Carnival Results Last Friday, early Stage 1 and Stage 1 students enjoyed participating in the annual K-2 school athletics carnival. Each student ran in at least one race and took part in a variety of tabloid activities during the afternoon. A big thanks to parents, staff and others who helped during the carnival. It was great to see so many happy, smiling faces on the day. Results: 5yrs Boys: 5 Years Girls: 1st Caden Hill 1st Imogen Hodgson 6 Years Boys: 6 Years Girls: 1st Lachy Jeffrey 1st Indi Conallin 2nd Lenny Hanns 2nd Maya Daggett 3rd Jordie White 3rd Julia Smith 7 Years Boys: 7 Years Girls: 1st Hugo Malin 1st Vivienne Thomson 2nd Ged O’Donnell 2nd Jasmine Marshall 3rd Hunter Campbell 3rd Lara Redden 8 Years boys and girls, enjoyed fun races. They had previously participated in their age race at the primary carnival.

Soccer We wish both our boys and girls soccer teams all the best for their clash against Deni North this Thursday in round 1 of the State PSSA knockout competition. The games will be played at Rotary Park and I am sure that both teams would love the support of family and friends. Thank you to Mr Hodgkinson, Mr Hanns and Mrs Selleck for assisting with team selection. District Cross Country The school would like to wish the South Cross Country Team all the very best as they prepare for this week’s District Cross Carnival, on Friday 31

st May. Thank you to

Mr Morris for coaching and supervising the team on the day.

Cross Country Team Bella Hillier, Bently Hardman, Bae Willis, Jai Park, Lexi Hussey, Lachie Campbell, Phoebe Crothers, Chase Bartlett, Gabriella Crothers, Seth Hodgson, Annabelle Hanns, Charlie Connor-Hetherington, Claire Hayes, Talen Barnes, Amity Clarke, Saskia Malin, Dexter Hardman, Winnie Thomson, Austin Armytage Tanaka Maunganidze, Molly Bradley, Cameron Donald, Emma Parks, Jack Hus-sey, Riley Clent, Alinta Warren, Baxter Cowley, Caitlyn Saunders, Jack Van Lieshout, Liana Reed, Liam Ford, Matilda Whittakers, Luke Holloway, Matthew Caruso

Deni RSL Junior Fishing Club The Deniliquin RSL are initiating a different type of fishing club, where you can fish anytime, anywhere even on holidays, by just sending in your photos. Every 2 months, a Family Fishing day will be conducted, where Juniors will receive incentive prizes, and at the end of the year have a presentation night for all members. Workshops will also be run throughout the year. If your child is interested, information flyers and registration forms are available at the school front office. Completed registration forms can be returned to the school front office or dropped into the RSL club. Report Writing Week This week the teaching team will be released from class to spend time focusing on report writing. This will mean that there will be a change in routine for classroom teachers, but class programs will continue to run uninterrupted. Golf Day Huge thank you to everyone who supported our P&C organised Golf Day. Despite the cooler weather, the day was well attended. With great support from local businesses and with plenty volunteering a helping hand, the event was a resounding success raising $2948.

Fishing 4 Friends Group Last Thursday afternoon, fourteen eager fishermen visited Twin Rivers. Although the river level is dropping, we were able to cast our lines. Unfortunately I am unable to report any fish being caught. Thank you to Leah Walker for her assistance and also to parents who donated worms. Very much appreciated. Our next fishing excursion will be in a fortnight, involving our second Fishing 4 Friends group.

Philip Hodgkinson, School Chaplain The Fathering Project The Fathering Project is a not for profit organisation, supporting dads. A number of high profile Aussie men support this project, including Adam Gilchrist, Justin Langer and Tim Winton. The Fathering Project was formed when a WA doctor noticed the dying men he was treating often had one big regret — they had not spent enough time with their kids. Now the not-for-profit organisation goes into schools to set up dads' groups, organise activities for fathers and their children and provide tips on how to be more engaged with your children. The project looks to help our children's futures by inspiring and equipping Fathers and Father figures to be the best they can be. The projects website is full of valuable information and offers weekly tips on fathering.

www.thefatheringproject.org

Philip Hodgkinson, School Chaplain

Canteen Roster

Wed 29th Jemima Treble 9.00am - 11.30am

Fiona Petersen 11.30am - 1.30pm

Thu 30th Jaron Howarth 9.00am - 1.30pm

Jemima Treble 11.30am - 1.30pm

Fri 31st Linda Norrish, Marie Wall, Carol Borella

9.00am - 1.30pm

Mon 3rd CANTEEN CLOSED

Tue 4th Linda Norrish 9.00am - 1.30pm

Wed 5th Enid Seely 9.00am - 11.30am

HELP NEEDED 11.30am - 1.30pm

Thu 6th Andy Ingram 9.00am - 11.30am

Chelsea Jeffrey 11.30am - 1.30pm

Fri 7th Linda Norrish, Marie Wall, Carol Borella

9.00am - 1.30pm

Golf Day Thank You Thank you to the following for supporting the South School P & C Golf Day, * Coach House Hotel Motel * Deniliquin Florist * Deniliquin Home & Leisure * Mokanger Butchers * Deniliquin Showcase Jewellers * Purtills * Soul Pattinson Chemist * Sushi Bite * You’re Younique Salt Cave * Eric Sim Pharmacy * Fellows Bulk Transport * Bennetts Intersport * The Warehouse * Repco * Parts Central * Scoop n Brew * Agspares * Taskers Garage * Deniliquin Bakery * Central Cellarbrations * Bianca and Rod Armytage * Bakers Delight * Peter Seely * Ute Muster * Deniliquin Golf Club * Deniliquin Autoglass + Window Tint + 4x4 Accessories

A big thank you to our South School families for all your help and everyone who participated in the Golf Day.

Golf Day Winners Congratulations to Lee Chapel, Tracey, Peter and Justin Whittakers who were the winners of the South School Golf Day. Golf Day Raffle Winners 1st Prize - (Ute Muster Pass) Amanda Astill 2nd Prize - (Load of Wood) Kevin Keane 3rd Prize - (Deni Jewellers Voucher) Niklas Truedsson

Canteen Special Friday 31st May

Mac Ham and Cheese

$4.50 (Orders to be in by Thurs 30/5/19)

Mac Ham & Cheese

Please Attach this Order to a Lunch Bag

Name Class

Make Online Payments Parents can make online payments to the school for amounts owing for students, via a secure payment page hosted by Westpac. Payments can be made using either a Visa or MasterCard credit or debit card, and can be made via computer, tablet or mobile phone. Payments can be made by accessing South School’s website, then by selecting $ Make a payment on the front page.

http://www.deniliqsth-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

When you access the $ Make a payment you must enter:

the student’s name, and class and reference number OR the student’s name and date of birth only fields with a green asterisk () are mandatory

Dates for your Diary - Term 2

May 30th PSSA Soccer Knockout Gala Day

May 31st District Cross Country

June 5th Deni High School Yr 7 Info Night

June 6th K-2 Environmentors

June 7th Tony Lockett Shield

June 19th P & C Meeting

June 28th Paul Kelly Cup Wagga

July 3rd School Social

July 5th Reports Go Home Last Day of Term 2

2019 School Excursion A reminder that deposit payments for the Year 5 Ballarat excursion are due this Friday 31st May. A note went home last week, please contact the front office if you didn’t receive one. The deposit for the Year 6 Canberra excursion is due on Friday 7th June. See details below if you would like to make your payment online.