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Personal Achievement’

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MOLONG CENTRAL SCHOOL “Providing Opportunities for Personal Achievement”

NEWSLETTER

Phone: 6366 8224 Fax: 6366 8220 email: molong-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Kindergarten to Year 12 Issue No: 23 7TH AUGUST, 2013

CONGRATULATIONS TO SAMANDA MILLS - NSW BUSHRANGERS HOCKEY TEAM ON TOUR IN SOUTH AFRICA. Samanda Mills (Year 10) recently toured South Africa with the NSW Bushrangers Hockey Team. She left Australia on the 1st July and visited Johannesburg, staying at the High Performance Centre at the University of Pretoria. The team then travelled to Durban, visiting the beaches and some students swam with the sharks. They visited Port Elizabeth and went to a Game Reserve, going on a Safari. They were lucky enough to see giraffes, elephants, monkeys, hippos, wart hogs, springboks, lions, cheetahs and many other animals. The hockey tournament was based in Cape Town and they played 7 games, coming 7th out of 20 teams. Of special note, the tournament recognised Nelson Mandela’s birthday by forming a huge human love heart with the competitors on the field. Samanda wrote “Whilst we were in Cape Town, we visited a settlement which was home to 30,000 residents as well as visiting their preschools, primary and secondary schools. This tour was a real eye opener and made me realise how lucky I really am. I want to thank everyone who made this trip possible and I have had many experiences

that have made life long memories”.

Well Done Sam on your participation and involvement in this great opportunity.

Sam Mills – Year 10

WE HAVE A NEITA TEACHER! The National Excellence in Teaching Awards (NEiTA) Foundation has congratulated our school on having a teacher nominated for an ASG Inspirational Teaching Award. Michael Linde was nominated by a member of our community and last week was presented with a NEiTA Certificate of Nomination. The purpose of these prestigious awards is to honour and recognise inspirational teachers, and highlight the work, not only of individual teachers throughout Australia and New Zealand, but also the team contribution of all teachers in every school and centre. Mr Linde is now eligible for consideration for a National Australian Scholarship Group Inspirational Teaching Award and grant. Mr Linde has been teaching at Molong Central School for nearly 9 years and in that time has contributed enormously to the school, taking on roles such as Relieving Assistant Principal & Information Technology Coordinator. He has an expert interest in teaching all children particularly children that have special needs. Congratulations Mr Linde, thank you to the nominator, and “well done” to all our teachers for doing such a great job.

Mr Linde pictured here with students Ella Fowler & Nathan Wilson

KIDSFLIX – ARTHRITIS NSW Arthritis NSW will be holding a special FREE Kidsflix event on Saturday 14th September 2013 at Odeon 5 Cinemas, Orange. They would like to invite children who are disabled, disadvantaged or underprivileged and their immediate families and/or their carers to this event. If you would like to attend this event, please see Mrs Hobbs in the Main Office for an invitation.

Mrs Janis Glasson

SCHOOL PHOTOS

Sports and other co- curricular photos:

School Choir, SRC, School Captains,

House Captains etc, are now available to

order from Advanced Life Photography.

Order forms are available upon

request from the Main Office or Primary Office.

Prices range from $15.00-$18.00 and

must be paid at the time of ordering.

Final date for orders is Friday 23/8/13. Please note, no

orders will be taken after this date.

2 M.C.S. Newsletter Term 3/2013 Issue Number 23 7/8/13 Phone: 6366 8224 Fax 6366 8220 email:molong-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au/

T5 Our T5 Program is a Transition Program that allows Year 6 students from our feeder schools to attend at MCS each Wednesday afternoon for practical lessons. During Weeks 2, 3 and 4 of this Term, we have had 22 Year 6 students visit Molong Central School on a Wednesday afternoon. During this time, students from the Public Schools of Cudal, Euchareena, Manildra, Cumnock and Stuart Town have had a "hands on" approach in the preparation of a 5 Minute Mug Cake, Savoury Pinwheels and Apple Crumble. Mrs Regan and I have thoroughly enjoyed their eagerness and their fine display of manners. Thank you to these budding young chefs for sharing their culinary skills with us, at Molong Central School.

Mrs Lyn Corinth – Hospitality Teacher

Caitlyn Campbell, Jessica Windus, Jake Amberge & Ben Sharpless

WESTERN ATHLETICS TRIALS

(BATHURST)

On Friday, 26th July I had the pleasure of taking 4 talented athletes to the Western Athletics Trials in Bathurst. Millah Allcorn (Yr 7), Shaun Paterson (Yr 10) and Alex Paterson all ran in the 100m sprint. They all ran to the best of their ability, however due to the competitive nature of the day did not place. Karla Pearson (Yr 8) ran exceptionally well in all of her events, placing 1st in the 200m final as well as the 800m final. Her outstanding efforts advance her straight through to the CHS State Athletics Championships, an achievement of which she should be extremely proud! I would like to congratulate Millah, Shaun, Alex and Karla on their great sportsmanship and positive attitude throughout the day. Well done to you all! Katrina Brown (PD/H/PE Teacher)

Secondary News

MOLONG CENTRAL SCHOOL’S

SUCCESSFUL STATE FINALS

REPRESENTATION Molong Central School has no less than four teams in the State Finals, the U16’s Touch Football (girls and boys), U16‘s Rugby League and Open Netball. Well done to all the players and coaches/ teachers Cate Loud, Georgie Stamatopoulos, Tony Keen, Sam Horner, Mark Paterson, Katrina Brown and Jane Quigley.

MERITS Tevis Eccleston; Casey Fleming; Ellie Whalan;

Tyler Ginn; Isabelle Treacy; Brittany Rudd

ASSESSMENT TASK DATES

Term 3: Week 5 & 6 12/8/13-23/8/2013 13/8/13 Yr 12 English Advanced Assessment Task

– In Class Julius Caesar

15/8/13 Yr 7 English – In Class Poetry Assessment Task

16/8/13 Yr 9 English - Novel Task: Letter due

Scott Taprell, Deputy Principal

Karla Pearson – Yr 8

3 M.C.S. Newsletter Term 3/2013 Issue Number 23 7/8/2013 Phone: 6366 8224 Fax: 6366 8220 Email: molong-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

PSSA Boys Softball Gala Day Last Wednesday, 31st August, 12 boys represented our school in

the PSSA Softball Gala Day in Orange. The team consisted of

Addison Williams, Kaden Williams, Nic Rasmussen, Sam

Woodhouse, Leigh Brown, Pedro Oste, Charlie Huggett, Jack

Thomas, Brodie Johnston, Reid Cornelissens, Ian Dugmore

and Nathan Rapley.

With one team withdrawing from our pool, this meant we had

four games to play throughout the day. Our first game was

against Orange Public and is probably a game the boys will quickly

erase from their memories! OPS had some very big hitters,

which certainly kept us warm in the outfield, and an awesome

pitcher which we found difficult to get bat onto ball. Needless

to say, we lost convincingly!

Our second game was against Bathurst Small Schools...this we

won, but only just, 11–10. The ball seemed to be like a hot potato

which we gladly passed around or dropped.

After a quiet word in their ears about a ‘not so good, you can do

better’ performance, the boys rose to the occasion against

another very well drilled team, Bletchington. The score line was

very one sided (not our way), but this game was full of

excitement as we caught many fly balls and even made a double

play (two people out off one pitch). Nerves were high as we

threw the ball from base to base while they played cat and

mouse with us and laughter could be heard from both teams and

their supporters watching all of the above happen!

Our final game was against Parkes. This was the game where our

confidence grew as we began smashing the ball around the

diamond. The bench and supporters came alive when Brodie hit

our only home run for the day. We were extremely proud of

ourselves making a triple play (3 out from one pitch)!!! We won

this game 15 – 6.

A special thankyou to my wonderful scorers for the day; Mr &

Mrs Brown, Mrs Huggett and Mrs Woodhouse (who wasn’t

quite there for the whole day as a Pink concert took priority!!).

Also thanks to our fantastic supporters and parents who

assisted with transport. Without you, these days wouldn’t be a

success.

Lastly, thanks to my wonderful team. You were supportive,

helpful and always prepared to listen to advice and make every

effort to improve your softball skills. Congratulations, I’m

extremely proud to have coached you this year.

Mrs Michelle Mackenzie

The team consisted of:

Addison “I can pitch, catch, play shortstop and 1st

base....as a matter of fact, I’m a talented all rounder”

Williams.

Reid “Yes!!!! I caught it and I WILL celebrate (with

arms outstretched)” Cornellisson.

Ian “agile shortstop and catcher player.....not to mention

The following students have reached Club 100!! Congratulations

Amelia Punch Delta Rodwell

Jack Pinkstone Brookelyn Pinkstone

Amber Williamson Ian Dugmore

Hannah Williamson Keely Laffin

Samuel Stevenson

PRIMARY NEWS

STUDENT OF THE WEEK Class Student

K Sapphire Sam Ball – For trying hard with everything he

does.

K/1 Pearl Claire Murdoch – for working more

independently.

1 Opal Harry Hopkins – For excellent application to all

class work.

2 Topaz Max Yelland – For improved concentration in

class.

2/3 Garnet Ryan Sheehan – for improved concentration in

class.

3/4 Ruby Charles Dover – For excellent contributions to

class discussions.

4/5 Diamond Gabby Dowler – for always being helpful and

friendly.

5 Emerald Victoria Norton – For great work on her

Snowmatron explanation.

6 Zircon Jacob Kent – For applying himself in class.

MERIT AWARDS

SILVER Leilani Rendell

Hamish Meehan

BANNER Isabel Lee

Kaitlyn Stevenson

Dates to Remember 8th August Junior Debate against Middleton Public School

8th August Ready Set Go continues

8th August Primary Assembly at 2.20pm

9th August Primary District Athletics Carnival at Bletchington

Oval

13th August Primary Choir – Wellington Eisteddfod

Uniform Award – Week 3 Term 3 Stage 1 – Emily Pearson

Stage 2 – Annabel Townsend

Stage 3 – Casey Van Elk

Day chosen - Tuesday

Have a wonderful Week! Jane Backhouse Deputy Principal

4 M.C.S. Newsletter Term 3/2013 Issue Number 23 7/8/13 Phone: 6366 8224 Fax: 6366 8220 email: Molong-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

CANTEEN 8/8/13– 16/8/13

HELP IS DESPERATELY NEEDED ON THIS ROSTER. Please give one morning per month to the Canteen-that is all it takes. Ring the Canteen

on 6366 9009 from 8.30am-1.45pm. If you can’t work on your day just call Tina.

Thank you, Tina McGovern, Canteen Manager.

8/8/13 2nd THURSDAY

9/8/13 2nd FRIDAY

JENNY GAMSBY

DONNA DUNCAN

12/8/13 2nd MONDAY

13/8/13 2nd TUESDAY

14/8/13 2nd WEDNESDAY

15/8/13 3rd THURSDAY

16/8/13 3rd FRIDAY

HELP NEEDED

HELP NEEDED

SARAH LEISK

LISA BURGESS

HELP NEEDED

From the LIBRARY…

Week 4 Term 3 JUNIOR FICTION Rainbow Magic series - by Daisy Meadows: Sabrina the sweet dreams fairy Maisie the moonbeam fairy Amelia the singing fairy Alesha the acrobat fairy Pete and the ruler of the universe – by Emily Rodda, illustrated by Craig Smith Horrible Harriet’s inheritance – by Leigh Hobbs (a Premier’s Reading Challenge selection for Stage 2 The Large family series – by Jill Murphy: Mr Large in charge All in one piece Pokémon series: The battle for Sunyshore Tower – published by Scholastic

SENIOR FICTION City – by James Roy Town – by James Roy Steampunk! An anthology of fantastically rich and strange stories – edited by Kelly Link and Gavin J. Grant Death Cure– by James Dashner SENIOR PICTURE BOOK Unforgotten – by Tohby Riddle (a Premier’s Reading Challenge selection for Stage 3) Essential classics series: The Odyssey - retold by Pauline Francis Colour Graphix series: Goal - getter by Michael Hardcastle, illustrated by Bob Moulder

Thirteen candles – by Mary Hooper, illustrated by Maureen Gray

The Matt Merton Mysteries series – by Paul Blum Changing sides Deadly night Hi Everyone, There will be a note coming home this week informing students of several competitions that will be run leading up to Book Week – ‘Reading Across the Universe,’ which I hope students are inspired to enter. Prizes will be on display in the Library. I would like to encourage both Primary & Secondary students to visit and view the displays that are presently being put together to celebrate this special week. There are now just 18 days until students are required to complete their entries for the 2013 Premier’s Reading Challenge. This will allow a week for Library staff to validate students’ records and check details before finalising students who qualify for a certificate at the end of the year. Many students are busy borrowing and I wish them every success with their efforts. Some students still have to enter their reading records urgently onto the PRC website. I have been using ‘Class Dojo’ as my reward program during Primary Library lessons. Some students are up to receiving Merit Awards presently and will be bringing them home this week. They do count towards their Assembly Awards so please keep them in a safe place with other Merit Awards they receive. They are white and feature a ‘Class Dojo’ image on them. Congratulations to all the students who have worked particularly well during lessons to achieve this level of success. Have a terrific week full of lots of reading, Mrs Hall

Presentation Night for St John Ambulance – Molong Cadet Division

State Officer Matthew Griffiths will  visit Molong  Cadets  on Thursday  8th August.   Many  cadets will  be  presented with Certificates  and  Badges  from  the Western  Region  Camp  at Broken  Hill  and  their  annual  voluntary  service  to  St  John Ambulance.  All cadets are encouraged to attend this special evening  and  family  members  are  welcome.  The  meeting starts at 6pm  in the school hall and presentations will be at 7pm followed by supper.

Molong AFL Auskick Centre – After School Molong Central School Field

Each Thursday starting Aug 15 until Sept 19 from 3.25pm-4.25pm

$45.00 To register visit www.AFTAUSKICK.com.au and enter your postcode then click on “MolongAFLAuskick Centre – After

School”

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