Guitar man! William achieves Conservatorium scholarship

■ 2012 ■ Term 4 ■ Weeks 5 & 6 ■ Principal: Kay Thurston

■ Phone: (02) 6924 1839 Loyal to my School

■ Fax: (02) 6924 1794 Junee North Public School

■ Email: juneenorth-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au Queen Street

■ Website: www.juneenorth-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Junee NSW 2663

Junee North Public School ■ Principal: Kay Thurston Loyal to my School ■ Phone: (02) 6924 1839 ■ Fax: (02) 6924 1794 Junee North Public School ■ Email: juneenorth-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 1-15 Queen Street ■ Website: www.juneenorth-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Junee NSW 2663

■ 2012 ■ Term 4 ■ Weeks 5 & 6 ■ Newsletter

Calendar Term 4, Week 5

5 November Beach to Bush water safety sessions

K-2 Active After-School

5-8 November Riverina Girls Cricket at Lismore

6 November 3-6 Active After-School 9 November Kindergarten Transition Ends

Term 4, Week 6

12 November K-2 Active After-School

13 November Kindergarten 2013 parent information session at 10am

3-6 Active After-School

15 November K & K/1 excursion to REEC

Term 4, Week 7

19 November K-2 Active After-School Stage 1 Operation Art (selected

students)

20 November 3-6 Active After-School Stage 2 Operation Art (selected

students)

21 November Stage 3 Operation Art (selected students)

Term 4, Week 8

26 November Junee Youth Council Meeting (captains)

K-2 Active After-School 27 November 3-6 Active After-School

28 November 2013 Captain speeches and elections

Week 6 Assembly Item: K/1 Week 7 Assembly Item: Year 5/6B

In this issue ... Principal’s report ........................................................................... 3 

Kindergarten Orientation ...................................................... 3 

Riverina Cricket ......................................................................... 3 

Surveys ......................................................................................... 3 

Ngumba-dal launch ................................................................ 3 

William’s achievement ............................................................ 3 

REEC Visit ..................................................................................... 3 

Operation Art ............................................................................. 3 

Uniforms ...................................................................................... 4 

2013 School Captains ............................................................. 4 

Awards............................................................................................... 4 

Community News ......................................................................... 7 

Christmas at Bunnings Wagga Wagga ............................ 7 

Become a Wep Host Family- it’s Easy .............................. 7 

Australian Rugby League ...................................................... 7 

Feature Photo

Congratulations to William who was awarded a guitar scholarship from the Riverina

Conservatorium of Music.

Junee North Public School

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Principal’s report

Kindergarten Orientation

Tomorrow is the last of our visits for our 2013 Kindergarten students. They have all settled in beautifully at Junee North and I know they will be counting down the days until they can finally come to ‘big school’ every day! A huge thank you to Mrs Lisa Jones, who ran these sessions in Mrs McDevitt’s absence, ably supported by Mrs White. Next Tuesday there is a Parent Information session for parents of our new Kindergarten students. This will commence at 10:00 am in the hall.

Riverina Cricket

This week four of our girls – Isabella McGrath, Isabel O’Rafferty, Laura Smith and Madison Harpley - are in Lismore competing in the Riverina PSSA Cricket team at the NSW knockouts. We have had some fantastic news with the girls winning four out of four matches so far! In their first match the score was none for 38. In the second match Isabella took five wickets and Madison one. Fantastic effort girls! We look forward to hearing more reports as the week progresses.

Surveys

A huge thank you to the families who have returned surveys over the past week. If you would still like to send yours in, please try to get it in by next Friday (reminder – they are also on our website). I have been reading some very valuable opinions, comments and suggestions. If any parent would like to come in to discuss their survey thoughts with me, please contact me or put your name on the survey form and I will contact you. I will be collating the results of these surveys over the next few weeks and parents will have the opportunity to read these. There are certainly a number of changes which will be occurring next year as a response to the feedback I have been getting from students, staff and parents. There are some aspects which require a long term plan, while obviously some things are out of my control eg getting a larger hall for assemblies! Whilst we cannot please everyone, if I am hearing enough concerns regarding a matter, rest assured we will work out ways to rectify these.

Ngumba-dal launch

Yesterday representatives of the five district public schools – Junee North, Junee Public, Junee High, Eurongilly and Illabo – held a breakfast at Graze restaurant along with invited guests and business operators to officially launch our learning community “Ngumba-dal.” The term Ngumba-dal means unity and our schools have been working together this year to provide a means of improving the opportunities and learning outcomes for all of our students. This will be achieved through the sharing of ideas, resources, staff and events. Some plans in the pipeline include the establishment of a combined Ngumba-dal choir and utilizing the Junee High senior students as sports coaches for our students.

William’s achievement

Congratulations to Williams White for receiving a guitar tuition scholarship from the Riverina Conservatorium of Music. William, along with several other students at Junee North, receive weekly tuition from Jeff Donovan at school. In order to win a scholarship, students have to be nominated for their ability and commitment. Well done! I look forward to hearing William and the other guitar students perform again for us at assembly later this term.

REEC Visit

On Thursday 15 November, children from K and K/1 will have the opportunity for a special visit to the Riverina Environmental Education Centre (REEC). All other classes have already had this opportunity to visit this fantastic local resource. A reminder to parents of K and K/1 that permission notes and money need to be returned by next Monday.

Operation Art

In Week 6 several students from each stage will attend the annual Operation Art workshops being held at the Wagga art gallery. Four students from each stage who demonstrate a talent in visual arts were selected to attend these workshops. The Stage 1 group will have their session on Monday 19 November; Stage 2 on Tuesday 20 November and Stage 3 21 November. A reminder to parents of children attending to return permission notes as soon as possible. I look forward to seeing some creative works of art from these students – I know they will have a wonderful time and learn some new skills.

Junee North Public School

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Uniforms

A reminder to our families of the summer uniform requirements for our students. Girls should be wearing either their dress or royal blue shorts and white shirt. Boys should be wearing their grey shorts and sky blue shirts. Year 6 only are permitted to wear their Year 6 sport shirts. Sports uniform should only be worn on Friday or unless notified by class teachers. We have a supply of second hand uniforms available for families needing assistance. Recently I have provided appropriate shirts and shorts to a number of children coming to school in incorrect uniform. A reminder also that shoes should be black leather or joggers (not muti coloured please!). Several of our girls have been wearing black jiffy type shoes which are inappropriate and certainly not safe footwear for school. I am extremely mindful of maintaining the image of Junee North through pride in our school uniform and seek full parental support to see this achieved.

Erica, Cooper, Jaxson and Samantha proudly show off their correct summer uniforms.

2013 School Captains

This week notes were handed out to all Year 5 students regarding nominating for school captain in 2013. I know that some have been waiting for this time of the year and have already started working on their speeches. Speeches and election day will be on Wednesday 28 November, commencing at 2:10pm. Parents and relatives of our Year 5 students are most welcome to attend and support their children.

Kay

Awards

Merit Certificates Week 4

Kindergarten Allan Cameron Tyler Booby Kaylie Knowles

K/1 Bailey Judd Chloe Masters

Isabella Cameron

1/2 Cassidy Buck Rogan Flagg

Madeleine Cameron

2/3 Joshua Boyton Jake Vanzanten

Zach Diggins

3/4 Brock Chisholm Maddison Howard-Kroker Lachlan Payne

4 Jonathan Blackburn Luke Davis

Joanna Doran-Hume

5/6B Ben Turner Caleb Sainsbury

Isabel O’Rafferty

5/6G Destini Warren

Erin-Lily Clarke Ruby Brodin

Week 5

Kindergarten Cooper Vanzanten

Lillie Dowdy Matthew Boyton

K/1 Deegan Wooden

Chase Baxter Hannah Fitzgerald

1/2 Lilly-May Sutherland

Paige Vanzanten Ryan Rogers

2/3 Sophia Cameron

Tangiora Takarua

Daminica Jackson 3/4 Jonty Orr

Tom Fitzgerald

Riley Makeham

Junee North Public School

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4 Brooke Harpley Frank Hindmarsh

Eilee Philipse

5/6B Trent Clarke Blake Sutherland

Thomas Jacobsen

5/6G Johanna Evans Dylan Crowley

Courtney Cameron

Principal’s Awards Week 4

Kindergarten All of Kindergarten for being

caring and welcoming to the new kindergarten children.

Gabrielle Sladek Outstanding mathematical thinking.

Mia Randell Wonderful improvement with

her reading and working hard

in class to do her bes.t Daminica Jackson Always a helpful classroom

member that puts in a

consistent effort. Bailey Robertson Fantastic effort in spelling and

homework.

Bailey Vanzanten A friendly, reliable class

member who always tries to produce his best.

Briarna Robinson Steadily returning to her usual hardworking and determined self.

Kacie Ball Improved commitment to her learning.

Week 4 Principal award winners

Week 5

Caidence Reberger Excellent effort in her reading. Jaidyn Vanzanten Brilliant results in English.

Brandon Collins Excellent application to all classroom tasks.

Ellie Crawford Being a diligent student who always makes thoughtful contributions to class discussions.

Erin Hanily Kindness to others and a friendly attitude towards her classmates.

Luke Davis An interesting and highly individual personal interest project topic.

Rhys Goldstraw A fantastic class member who gets along well with others and tries his best.

Harrison Fahy Being a wonderful asset to 5/6G.

Week 5 Principal award winners

Junee North Public School

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Catch-a-Kid Awards Gold Awards

Harry McEwen, Kyren Morton, Isaiah Field,

Romanie Fletcher

Book Awards

Rogan Flagg, Isac Leishman, Nathan McInerney,

Joshua Boyton, Jaylah O’Meley, Savannah Field,

Craig Rogers, Jake Vanzanten, Tangoria Takarua, Riley Hackett, Caleb Gustowski, Trinity Johns

Week 4 Book Award winners

Chase Baxter, Torah Newman, Montana Breen,

Felicity Davis, Dru Brodin, Zach Diggins, Megha Paul, Nicholas Hogarth, William Crawford, Maddison Howard-Kroker, Isabella Field, Eilee Philipse,

Caleb Vine, Matthew Yelland, Benjamin Hindmarsh,

Eliza Turton, Destini Warren

Week 5 Book Award winners

Pennant Award

Ryley Dietrich, Brandon Collins, Tayla O’Rafferty,

Bailey Robertson, Ben Turner, Hannah Ferrario, Laura Smith

Week 4 Pennant Award winners

Eleanor Baldock, Tyler Heir, Chelsea O’ Rafferty,

Cooper Wright, Mia Randell, Daminica Jackson,

Grace Flagg, Ella Crozier, Angus Bull, Joseph Kroker, Hannah Ferrario, Ruby Brodin, Callum McCarthy,

Jack Dietrich

Week 5 Pennant Award Winners

Junee North Public School

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Parenting Tips

Cycling info

Riding a pushbike is a great way to get from A to B and keep fit in the process. A new website dedicated to cycling – whether for fun, transport or performance – is available at: www.bicycleinfo.nsw.gov.au.

Here you will find info on cyclepaths around NSW, keeping your bike in top condition, upcoming workshops, sharing the road and much more.

Getting involved reaps benefits

Did you know that the latest research shows the more involved parents are in their child’s education, the happier their children are and the better they do at school. Being involved can include taking more of an interest in what your child is doing at school, helping out at school if you can and being supportive. Read more about this at School A to Z: www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/development/c

hildren-thrive-on-parental-involvement.

Community News

Christmas at Bunnings Wagga Wagga

Create a Mosaic made from recycled materials and you could win your school $300.00 worth of Bunnings Giftcards!

The Mosaic must be a minimum of 1metre by 1.5 meters and must be created using all recycled items like plastic bottles or plastic bags, cardboard boxes, paper, magazines and cans. Your Mosaic must be finished and delivered to Bunnings Wagga Wagga by 5pm on Wednesday 5th December. The winner will be announced on Thursday 6th December at the Family Christmas Night held at the store.

Enquiries please contact Marion on 69714300

Become a Wep Host Family- it’s Easy

Simply submit your host family application and choose your student. Before you know it you’ll be communicating with your new family member while everything else is organized by WEP.

Find out more! Contact Sylvia Kelly at WEP today for a free information pack: Phone: 1300 884 733

Web: www.wep.org.au

Email: info@wep.org.au

Australian Rugby League

Current NSW State of Origin and Indigenous Coach Laurie Daley will be attending this year’s CRL Riverina Academy Camp at Borambola Sport and Rec Camp on Saturday 10 November.

As a part of the day Laurie will conduct a “Coaches Update” session for any interested coaches during the lunch period of the day. Laurie will speak on a range of topics, mostly geared at international ages, and will also give time to answer any questions the coaches may have (Coaches Update will start at 1pm).

There are limited spaces for this opportunity so all intending coaches will need to register with Adam Perry on apery@nrl.com.au Only current and accredited coaches will be accepted, so please include who you are coaching and your ARLID number where possible (close Friday 9 Nov at 12 noon).

Junee Skate Park Sunday, 2nd Dec

12pm – 4pm

Featuring:  Australia’s  highest  profile  ac5on  sports  stars,  DJ,  freebies  &  massive  prizes  (including  medals).    

NB:  Helmets  and  completed  insurance  waiver  are  compulsory  for  all  par5cipants.    

For further information: bigairschool.com.au

or 0403 062 505.

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