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3/4H CLASS NEWS 3/4H have worked hard during a very busy term and have
earned themselves a holiday. During Term 2 we have been
studying British Colonisation. Students were interested and
intrigued to learn about life in Australia before and after
British Colonisation. Using the First Fleet Database allowed
the students to gain an understanding of the types of
crimes people were sent to Australia for. One of our tasks
was to make a ‘Wanted Poster’, and we seem to have a lot of
students and even teachers wanted for various crimes!
Several students made Australian themed board games.
The games were well made and we have enjoyed playing
them. It was pleasing to listen to wonderful speeches that
3/4H prepared and delivered on Multiculturalism. Students
spoke from the heart about their beliefs and understanding
on the topic. Bush dancing each week has been a lot of fun.
Students have enjoyed learning the Shearer’s Skip, Damper
Stamp and Heel and Toe Polka. Our room is looking great
with wonderful art displays. 3/4H created great
illustrations using photos of clouds. We have also created
some fantastic tessellating patterns and then decorated
them to produce some eye catching artworks. Have a safe
and enjoyable holiday.
Miss Robyn Hague
Class Teacher
For our schools NAIDOC week celebration we will be having a guest performance on Tuesday 26 July at 9:30am
by Troy Allen. All students are invited to attend with a cost of $2.
Permission notes will be handed out first week back in Term 3.
ADVENTURES IN ART: for kids aged 8 and up
Tuesdays or Wednesdays, 4 - 5.15 pm Cost for the term: $160
Term 3 2016 (9 weeks) commences July 19 or 20
Adventures in Art is a stimulating weekly class for kids aged 8 and up, who enjoy making art. Kids will express their
creativity in an individual way as they try new possibilities in drawing and painting, printmaking and sculpture.
Some exhibition visits are also included. Classes are held in the Packsaddle Studio at NERAM, with all
materials provided. Maximum class size: 12. Enquiries: Del Bernett 6772 7544 or [email protected]
About the Teacher: Del Bernett is a qualified teacher and artist who was the
Education Officer at NERAM during the period 2004-2007. She is passionate about helping both adults and children to learn about art and to enjoy the experience of creating their own
works. She plans interesting art activities and loves seeing the wonderful variety of work produced by her students. She has
been teaching art classes at NERAM since 2007.
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■ Address: 142-152 Faulkner St, Armidale NSW 2350
■ Phone: 02 6772 3420 ■ Fax: 02 6771 2262
■ Email: [email protected] ■ Website: www.armidalec-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
The Blue and White Armidale City Public
School
the heart of Armidale
Quality teaching since 1861
29 June 2016
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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT—10 The final week of Term 2 has been filled with a number of
activities for students to enjoy including a K–6 Disco and
K–6 Athletics. Thank you to all staff for the time and
effort they put into organising activities such as these for
students to take part in and thank you to parents for
supporting the involvement of their children in these
events.
At the end of this term Mrs Debbie Roach will be going on
leave from Armidale City Public School, pending her
retirement in 2017. Mrs Roach has been a teacher at
Armidale City Public School for approximately 28 years and
is a highly respected member of the school staff and
community. She has been tireless in her efforts and
commitment to ensuring the needs of all students are met
and that they get a quality education. Thank you to Mrs
Roach for all her outstanding work, professionalism, support
and leadership over many years at our school and in public
education – we will miss you. Miss Brydie Tancred will be
taking over as the teacher on 3/4R and we welcome her to
the Armidale City Public School team for the remainder of
2016.
On Monday and Tuesday this week we had three students
attend the eGATS camp at Thalgarrah. Peter, Max and
Alex all attended the camp and will be part of the eGATS
program working on projects in mathematics and computer
programming. Thank you to Mrs Russell for her
organisation of this ongoing program which provides an
outstanding opportunity for Gifted and Talented students in
the New England Region and to Mrs Ridley for being a
mentor for students throughout the program.
Well done to our soccer team who were successful in their
game against Kootingal Public School played in Armidale
yesterday. Thank you to Mr and Mrs MacGregor for their
ongoing work in preparing the team. The boys will play their
next game early next term.
Our Athletics Carnival will be held tomorrow, Thursday 30
June at Armidale High School for students from
Kindergarten to Year 6. This is the first time all students
across the school have been participants in the day.
Thank you to everyone for their amazing support of our
school this semester, to the students for all their
outstanding work and to all staff for their dedication to the
education and wellbeing of our students. Have a safe and
happy break – looking forward to working with you all again
in Term 3.
Please feel free to send me an email at any time on the
address below. Enjoy the rest of the week everyone. Mr Matt Hobbs
Principal [email protected]
30.06.16 Athletics Track Events Carnival
@AHS
01.07.16 Last Day of Term 2
18.07.16 First Day of Term 3 for Teachers
19.07.16 First Day of Term 3 for Students
25-29.07.16 NAIDOC Week
05.08.16 6.30pm P&C Meeting in the Library
18-21.10.16 Lake Keepit Excursion - Year 4
7-11.11.16 Stage 3 Excursion to Newcastle
Many hands make light work!
Thank you to all who have offered to help with
the election day BBQ. You should have received
a note this week asking for more helpers on the
day and donations for the bake sale.
If you can help out on the day please contact
Sue on 0406 166 772
Our next P&C meeting will be on
Wednesday 5 August
6:30pm in the School Library
Please come along.
Did you know that the P&C has recently
committed funds to help buy a new BBQ and
$1000 to help our School Spectacular
representatives get to Sydney.
We hope that everyone has a great holiday ,
has fun and keeps warm.
P&C NEWS
DOES ANYONE HAVE AN OLD 1950’S TELEPHONE.
We would appreciate it for our 1950’s immigration
presentation. We will return it after the presentation.
Thanks Jess and Rubi 5/6R
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BRONZE AWARDS KB Jacob
KR Vienna Marshall
1/2E Maddy Rosie
Keani Darcy
3/4S Georgia
3/4H Georgia Tyleka
Laura Edward
Chloe Katie
Michaela Holly
Matilda Chelsea
Sophie
5/6R Rubi
5/6T Jessica Noah
Sarah Millie
5/6Mac Jack Amy
SILVER AWARDS KB Lachlan
KG Lola Charlotte
Kiara Connie
KR Bridget Thomas
Isabelle
1/2KS Tillie
WORK OF THE FORTNIGHT Kinder Blue Amelia
Kinder Red Vienna
Kinder Green Chloe
1/2L Silas
1/2C Hamish
1/2E Ariana
1/2J Violet
1/2KS Fia and Aayan
3/4J Oscar
3/4H Sophie
3/4R Asher
5/6R Hamish, Chiyo and Clio
5/6T Chloe
5/6K Belle
5/6Mac Aashrita
PREMIER'S SPELLING BEE SCHOOL FINAL Congratulations to the following students competing in the
school final of the Premier's Spelling Bee at school today.
Stage 3
Peter, Noah, Max, Alex, Flynn, Alexander, Fynn and
Kasey.
Stage 2
Felix, Abby, Anna, Flynn, Sam, Sam and Mia.
Two students from each stage will then go on to compete in
the Regional Final of the Premier's Spelling Bee at a
location to be advised.
Our best wishes go to all the competitors from our school.
Mrs Debbie Roach
SPORT REPORT The past few weeks have been very busy with sport.
Congratulations to Chiyo who placed first in the 10 Year
Girls event at the Regional Cross Country Championships.
What a fantastic effort! Chiyo will now
represent the North West at the State
Championships which will be held in Emu
Creek next term. We wish Chiyo every
success at the next level.
Yesterday, the Boys’ Football team played
Kootingal in Round 3 of the PSSA
knockout. Armidale City Public School won
the game 3-1. The boys are to be
congratulated on a good win and are now
looking forward to the Round Four which
will be played early next term.
Congratulations, boys and good luck in
your next game.
Congratulations to Sam who has been
selected to attend a cricket camp at Saint
Gregory’s College Sydney. Sam is one of two cricketers
from the North West Cricket team who has been selected
for this fantastic opportunity. Well done, Sam. We are
extremely proud of you.
We recently held our Field Events Carnival and this
Thursday we will hopefully complete the track events. It is
the first time we will have the whole school attending the
carnival and we are looking forward to lovely warm weather.
Keep your fingers crossed. Good luck to everyone
competing and we hope many of you achieve personal bests
on the day.
Mrs Sue Kelly
Jacob and Cami
Sturt House Captains
Wanted
Old Unwanted Lego if you have any Lego that you no
longer need please send it into Mr McGrath.