Principal: Mr. Brett Davies Condobolin Rd, Ungarie NSW 2669 Ph: (02) 69 759 030 Fax: (02) 69 759 157 Email: ungarie-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au Web: www.ungarie-c.schools.nsw.edu.au

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

News this week… Ungarie Central School sent two Primary Basketball teams into West Wyalong on Monday. The girls played some fantastic basketball, unfortunately going down in a tough one 23-16. The boys faced incredibly tough opposition and got rolled 81 – 9. Thanks go to Justine Henley for coaching our teams and Mrs Payne for being our team manager. On Tuesday, some lucky students from Years 3 – 6 got to go to Wagga Wagga and watch the Sheffield Shield game between New South Wales and Victoria. From all reports, the game was action packed and even included a hat trick! Our students got to collect a few autographs and get up close to people they would normally see on TV. Awesome!

We also had the Beyond Blue Roadshow come to visit UCS. There were a number of support people there to discuss all things mental health, provide confidential advice and also provide some delicious pancakes! We really value our partnership with Bland Shire Council for making these services available to us! Mr Cattle also took a team of Ungarie swimmers to Lake Cargelligo for some representative swimming. At the time of publishing all results were unknown, but I have heard whispers that Molly and Hugh dominated, Kadee was outstanding and our relay swimmers were very impressive! Advertisements This week we have published our advertisements for our Assistant Principal and Head Teacher positions. These advertisements will be open for 2 weeks. I’m looking forward to getting the best possible staff permanently employed at UCS! See you soon!

 

 

 

 

 

The Humbug 19th February, 2015 Week 4, Term 1

Happy Birthday Zoe McRae 16th Feb Prue West 19th Feb

Upcoming Events: Term 1 2015

Mar 6th PSSA Western Swimming @ Dubbo Mar 11th PSSA AFL Gala Day @ West Wyalong Mar 20th Harmony Day Mar 27th Girls Softball Knockout @ Orange Apr 2nd Easter Assembly/Hat Parade

Canteen Roster Fri 20th Feb Colleen Robb Mon 23rd Feb Sarah & Marreesha Hale

Secondary How2Learn Session – Interdependence

On Monday, Years 7-10 gathered in the library to kick off their How2Learn sessions for Term 1. This session was aimed at making students aware of how to use their “interdependence” muscles when completing learning activities. We discussed the meaning of the term, and came up with a group definition, and identified reasons why it is a good muscle to flex when learning. Our activities for this session were outside, with students firstly selecting their own team to be a part of for the activities (making an informed decision about who they will work with best), and then teams tackling the activities together. The activities were chosen to make students think hard about not just teaming up with their friends, but with people who have a specific set of skills that will help their team complete the challenges. The photo’s below show students having a go at the jingly spider web and the lean in/out challenge.

 

Super Spellers 

Yr 1 Hannah Wilson, Dylan Carroll, Adelaide Langham, Caitlin McCubbin, Lachlan Ward 2/3/4 Zoe McRae, Ethan Robb, Alfred McCubbin, Allora Vinecombe, Jayda Brew, Harry Roscarel, Reuben West, Noah Bryant, Hugh Williams, Regan Hukins, Jordyn Worley, Hayley Wallace, Ella Payne 5/6 Ruby Henley, Melissa Hesselman, Kadee Gerhard-Scali, Ella McRae, Tom Roscarel, Georgia Wilson, Tess Henley, Jack Crofts,

Primary Sport It has been a big week of sport at UCS. On Monday our basketball teams competed against West Wyalong. Both teams played admirably and were gracious in defeat. On Tuesday a group of Year 3-6 students went to Wagga to watch the Sheffield Shield. It was an exciting day with many signatures obtained and some great catches on our side of the field. Congratulations to our swimmers who competed at the LLPSSA Carnival yesterday. From all reports all students tried their best and did us proud. Special congratulations to Hugh Williams and Molly Bryant who were age champions. Fantastic!

The ‘Pop’ test allows students to identify that a chemical 

reaction has occurred because a gas has been produced; 

this is one of the five signs they are learning to look for. 

We created a reaction that produced small amounts of 

hydrogen gas, which produces a quick flash of flame and 

a shrieking noise when a lit splint is placed in the mouth 

of the test tube. Seth and Josh were able to capture the 

moment that the gas and flame met using a Slow‐Pro 

app on their iPod – otherwise it’s nearly too quick to 

see! 

Students have been learning all about physical and chemical changes this term. We have 

looked at the differences between a physical and a chemical change, and have performed 

experiments to observe these differences. This week, our focus has been on identifying a 

chemical change. We have had some fun with this concept, performing the ‘pop’ test 

several times, as well as setting up an experiment to observe which factors have the most 

impact on the rusting of steel wool.  

Seth and Damian, setting about crushing 

an aluminium can using air pressure.  

Josh is making a physical change to his 

piece of bread by toasting it over a Bunsen 

burner.   

    

Bland Hoteliers Jackpot Draw

The prize money total continues to climb with next week’s prize pool at $3300.

Make sure you are here to claim the prize if your name comes out.

You must be there to win; entry is free so speak to one of our bar staff today to enter.

Tuesday Night Raffles

This month Tuesday night raffles are being run by the Ungarie Quilters. Money raised will go towards

purchasing materials to be made into quilts for charity.

All money raised from the raffles goes directly to supporting local community groups

Come on down and try to win some meat trays!

Feb Fest 21 February

The annual pool party is on again! Come down and enjoy a dip in the pools complete with pool side drink service,

beach volleyball and drink specials.

$6 Jack Daniels & Cola and Canadian Club & Dry Cans

$15 Great Northern 4 x Stubby Bucket $7 Alcoholic Slushies

Afternoon entertainment by the Ward Brothers and party

into the night with DJ Cumquat

The perfect venue after a hot day at the Condo Races!

Darts Triples Tournament

March 21 we are hosting the inaugural Central Hotel Darts Triples Tournament.

Start recruiting your team now!

Prize money will be awarded to the top 3 placed teams

Evening entertainment provided by Soul Trader and Screaming Eagle

 

West Wyalong

Junior Soccer Perserverance St Oval

28th February

Drill Skills & Games Day 10am – 4pm

Come and join in the fun!

Contact Krystal 0438 920464 or Talia 0428 243201

 

Community News

Advancement Group Meeting Wednesday 4th March 7pm CWA Rooms All welcome and encouraged to attend, have your say on the future developments in our fabulous town.

Ungarie Memorial Hall MEETING 26th Feb

7pm @ the Hall   Ungarie Basketball Grand Final   Teams 1 v Team 3  Tonight 7:00pm Thursday 19  Followed by a presentation  

Ungarie Bowling Club

Last Saturday, one game of Club Singles was played in wet conditions, with Lloyd Pearson playing Jim Dale. Both men found conditions difficult but after a good tussle by both Lloyd & Jim, the eventual winner to progress to the

next round was Jim. Well done gents. On Sunday, a round of the Club Fours was played with Ben Wallace’s team against Pat Turner’s team. Again, in a well contested

match, the eventual winners were Pat Turner, Mick Apps, Steve Ison and Ison (jnr) finishing stronger against Ben Wallace, Kaine Malone, Phil Smith & Bryan Daly. The winners now progress to the Grand Final against John

Barron’s team at a date to be fixed. Well done boys on a good game.

Come and try the Apple Cider which is

now on tap at the Bowlo.

Don’t forget…. Baggie & Saggie (Mock B&S)

Sat 28th Feb

HAPPY HOUR Thursday night 6-7pm Friday night 7-8pm Breakfast every Sunday morning 8am-9.30am Jackpot draw Friday Night (Must be there to win) Jackpot tomorrow night $3650

Men’s Pennant bowls starts 28th Feb at Lake Cargelligo. The Pennant team is on the

board. If you are unavailable please let the selectors know.

This Saturday Ungarie will be represented in the District Fours at West Wyalong, with the team consisting of Jeff deRozario, Mick Apps,

John Barron & Graham Cattle. Good luck gents!

Business House Bowls

Commences Friday 20th March

The place to be on a Friday night is the Bowlo, with a good selection for

every taste.

Volunteering Do you want to do something in your

community to help out? Do you want to get some real life experience in an industry

you’re interested in?... Do you want to be rewarded for it?

Take Charge and Volunteer is a project of

the Riverina Eastern Regional Organisation of Council’s YouthROC Building Regional

Leadership Capacity Project funded by New South Wales Government through Youth

Opportunities. Connecting young volunteers with

organisations in their community which really need their help is the aim of REROC’s

Take Charge and Volunteer project. Go to www.takecharge.org.au, search for a volunteer opportunity in your area, tell us

you want to be involved, we’ll match you up with the organisation, and a blossoming

volunteer relationship can begin, and what’s more- you will get rewarded for fulfilling your

commitment- not just the warm, fuzzy feeling that comes from helping out, but real

rewards from our Volunteer Reward’s Scheme.

And remember, for all things Riverina youth, go and like us at

https://www.facebook.com/TakeChargeRiverina

Baggy & Saggy Ball

 ← ← 

Limited tickets left and only available until Wednesday

25th Feb, due to catering. No tickets available at

the door- Sorry $40 each- must have a wrist band to

attend. Tickets only available from:

Kim Cassidy 0437 830838 or Kristy Whiley 0427 605495

 

Bridge to Bridge

Thank you to those who participated in

the Ungarie Bridge to Bridge Fun Run on December 20th 2014.

We raised a total of $660 for the Wagga Wagga Prostrate Cancer Support Group.

A huge thank you to our sponsors for the day- Central Hotel, Ungarie Swimming

Pool & H&L Rowling

Mens 1st Ben Cattle, 2nd Lachie Rowling, 3rd Reece Archibald

Ladies 1st Jackie Ross, 2nd Bridget Plummer 3rd Megan Daly

Ungarie Magpies Football/Netball News

Dates for your calendar

Sat 28th Feb Working Bee – clubrooms Sat 14th Mar Registration Day Sat 21st Mar Senior trial game against Young Sun 22nd Mar Administration/umpiring/ Coaching & Auskick day in West Wyalong Sat 11th Apr Competition commences V Condo @ home

Working Bee

Sat 28th Feb, 10am @ Clubhouse Registration Day

Sat 14th Mar @ Sports Ground Commencing 11am BBQ lunch- ladies please supply a salad Bar facilities Games, waterslide & netball

2015 Registration Fees Club membership $30 Football Seniors 18yr + $110inc m/ship 17’s $30 14’s $20 11’s $20 Auskick $40 Netball Seniors 18yr + $110 inc m/ship Juniors 11-17yr $65 Net Set Go 3-10yr $40 Already reg. Jnr $20 Snr $50 inc m/ship Netball uniform $50 deposit

Auskick trip 2015 Saturday 9th May GWS Giants v Hawthorn Hawks (Home ground GWS Giants) Ungarie Auskick players (ages 8,9,10)have been fortunate enough to secure a Half Time AFL Auskick game on the above date & venue. This is for all Northern Riverina Football Auskick clubs. If enough numbers, a bus will be organised. Anyone interested in attending this, please contact Mark Bryant 0427 683769