Principals Report

Wow! It is really busy now that we have drawn

into the last few weeks of 2016. Teachers are

finalising student reports, we have about 90

students heading off to intensive swimming

every day. We have just had our visit from

the life education van and we have all our new

Kindergartens here today for their biggest

transition Day yet.

Don’t forget next Friday 9th December at

12.00pm is our Infants Presentation day. Our

little people have been practising daily and are

getting very excited.

Our Primary presentation evening is on

Monday 12th December at 7pm. Please

remember it is a formal occasion so school

uniform should be worn by all students

attending.

Our year 5 buddies are very excited that they

will be meeting and playing with their 2017

kindergarten buddies today. They will also

help them use the Canteen and play games with

them at Recess in the infants playground. We

hope they really enjoy their last Big school day

until next year.

Student reports will come out next week.

They are in a new format which we hope will

give parents more information about their

child’s progress. We will also send out a survey

for parents to fill in to provide feedback as to

the way new reports are received by families.

We hope you like the changes.

Keep up with all that is happening at YPS it is

really fast.

Michelle Fahey

Principal.

No. 19. 1st December, 2016

Find us at: www.yass-p.school.nsw.edu.au Email: yass-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au Principal: Mrs Michelle Fahey Phone: 6226 1017

Dates for your Information

The Uniform shop is open Friday 2.45 –

3.30pm

Canteen Roster. Term 4 - December. 1st Kinder Session 9.20– 1pm 9th Infants Presentation 12th 3-6 Presentation 14th P&C Meeting 15th Yr 6 Excursion 16th Yr 6 Graduation.

School Spec Day Trip.

60 students and 4 adults set off on Friday to head to Sydney to watch the School Spectacular

This year was a new venue out at

Homebush. It was again a wonderful

performance. The finale was spectacular with very foot tapping music. We helped to make a

Guinness Book of

Records attempt of the most people in a variety show. We were successful in the attempt.

The performers were spectacular and our choir were impressive. Thanks to Miss Marple for

organising the trip. It was fantastic to go to Sydney and support our school at the Spectacular.

Thanks to all YPS students for their wonderful behaviour on the trip.

The Schools Spectacular 2016

Last week 15 students, accompanied by Mrs Waterhouse and myself, travelled to Sydney for

The Schools Spectacular. Students spent all day Wednesday and Thursday rehearsing for

the four concerts held at Qodos Arena at Olympic Park. The students experiences

performing on stage for packed audiences and were entertained themselves by the

wonderful singing and dancing extravaganza. This year The Schools Spectacular has made its

way into the Guiness World Book of Records for being the world’s largest amateur act.

During break times they were able to swim at the motel, play in the park or participate in

many interesting activities provided in the Wellbeing area.

I would like to take this opportunity to commend the students on their excellent attitude

even when tired from walking and performing. I would also like to thank the many people who

assisted with fundraising both parents and students. I would especially like to mention

Mrs Curtis who played a large role in the fundraising efforts and Mrs Waterhouse who came

to Sydney as a volunteer to help with supervision of the students. None of this would have

been possible without the efforts of these people. I personally love the experience and

know it is one that the students will never forget. If you would like to view the performance

it can be seen at 7pm on Saturday 3rd December on 7.00PM

Muffy Day.

On Tuesday 13th December we will be having a mufty day to raise money for a student charity.

Please bring a gold coin donation to support our chosen charity and to keep student services

visiting rural communities.

PBL Whole School Reward.

On the 14th December all students will be participating in a whole school reward for reaching

our target of 6000 Yazzas this term. Students will be challenged to complete a scavenger hunt

with their team. More fun than you can poke a stick at.

Yellow Band Morning Tea.

We will be holding an invitation only morning tea for those students that have made it to their

Yellow band for upholding our school values. This will be on the last day of school so keep madly

collecting your Yazzas.

Secondary School Band Performance.

We will have a visiting performance by the Secondary School Concert Band on

Thursday 15th December at 11.30. This performance is free and parents are most welcome to

join us.

Volunteers Breakfast.

We would like to invite all parents, grandparents and community members to join us

at Breakfast club on Wednesday 14th December at 8.30am.

We would like you to join us and share breakfast with the staff and students to thank you for

your time and belief in our school.

Public Speaking Correction

I apologise for the wrong information printed in the last newsletter regarding the public

speaking competition on the 16th November. The winner of the public speaking competition for

year 3 is Yana Markova and the runner up is Ilya Molchanoff. The announcements to the

students on the day were correct however the announcement in the newsletter was incorrect.

Sincere apologies.

Ashleigh Greenberry

K-2 Presentation Day

The Infants Presentation Day will be taking place on Friday 9th December in the school hall at

12pm. Parents and carers are invited to attend. Following the presentations there will be a picnic

in the Infant’s playground. Bring your picnic rug and join us!

Regards

K-2 Teachers

Circle of Friends Reminder

Just a last minute reminder that we still have our Christmas Drive box in

the front office and we have one more week to drop off non perishable

food, new toys or decorations. These donations will go to people and fam-

ilies escaping violet households. Please add a little something to your

shopping and donate it this week. All donations will be picked up on the

12th December.

You are cordially invited

to attend the

Annual Presentation Night of

Yass Public School to be held on

Monday, 12th December 2016 at the

Yass Public School Hall commencing at 7 pm

Class Date Canteen Item.

1/2B

Mrs Barlow

Week 8

Friday, 2nd December

Dishwashing liquid.

1 per family

KB

Mrs Belling

Week 9

Friday 9th December

Antiseptic soap pump

1 per family.

KR

Mrs McMahon

Week 10

Friday 16th December

White vinegar

1 per family.

Life Education.

We have been lucky enough to have the famous Healthy Harold visit our school this week! All clas-

ses have enjoyed the experience of meeting Harold and learning all about healthy choices, healthy

bodies, keeping safe and growing up. The students who participated received a booklet to take

home and enjoy the activities. We sure have learnt a lot about being healthy and safe individuals.

The Great Yass Spelling Bee

The Spelling Bee will be held tomorrow, Friday the 2nd, commencing at 9:30. All

parents,

relatives and friends are welcome to attend. We have held 3 official practises so far to build

confidence and the students have performed very well.

When the spellers are given their word they must say the word, spell the word then say it again.

Students are also able to ask for the word to be repeated, for the word to be pit in a sentence

or to start again.

We have 6 trophies, prize packs and a Target Gift Voucher to award the winners with. I would

like to thank Edlins of Yass who have sponsored our Spelling Bee for the second year in a row.

The students who will be competing to be Yass Public School’s best speller are:

Edan Jayla-Lee Poppy Annabelle

Otto Lachlan Tobey Hayden

Louis Tayla Hayley Caydence

Jessica Reuban Miriam James

Angus Jock Leo Eve

Carlie Parker Olivia Tomika

Eloise Owen Abdullah Dylan

Harper Isabelle Robbie Kendall

and The Spelling Chaser… Maddi.

We couldn’t run the spelling bee without help so I would also like to acknowledge the helpers:-

Floyd, Michelle, Tristan and Alexander.

Good luck to all our spellers and remember you are already spelling champions.

Mrs Barton

Trader Workshops for Kids in the January School Holidays

$40/child (all materials included plus a fruit plate for morning tea)

Ages 6 – 12 10am – 12pm

Bookings and payment in advance – see Sophie. *Limited places.

Workshop #1 - Friday January 6th

Pet Rock Family and pet bookmark making workshop!

Want a new pet but don’t have Mum and Dad’s approval for a new puppy? Come along to this workshop and create an entire new family of pets! Create your own pet rock, and a new pet bookmark – a new family of friends to keep you company in the holidays….

Workshop # 2 – Friday 13th January

Treasure map and scroll making workshop for all ye wee pirate scallywags!

Learn how to create your own treasure map, using symbols, tea staining, and ancient pirate map making techniques. X – marks the spot! Or, create your own scroll and write a pirate story to share…arggghghggh me hearties!

Workshop # 3 – Friday 20th January

Broomstick & wand making workshop for witches and wizards! Bring out the inner witch and wizard in you! Come along to a workshop and make a broomstick and a wand! Then EXPELIARMIS!

Workshop # 4 – Friday 27th January

Edible Garden workshop – using upcycle techniques!

Everyone loves a summer berry! This workshop teaches upcycling techniques – the result is a take home edi-ble garden for the whole family to enjoy!

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NABC

National Aboriginal Berth Certificate Program.

Free Birth Certificate and Free Birth Registration for Aboriginal young people who are:

Preparing to attend pre-school

Preparing to attend primary school.

Preparing to attend secondary school.

Transitioning from school to the workforce.

Transitioning from school to further education.

A parent or carer of the young people applying is also eligible.

For more information about applying and ID requirements visit our website www.pathfinders.ngo or contact Lyn on 02 67882123.