ALBURY PUBLIC SCHOOL PROUD Member of the crossing point learning community

Week 7, Term 4

23 November, 2016

Dear All

HELPERS’ MORNING TEA- Yesterday at recess the staff shared their

baking (or shopping) skills with the family and

community members who assist in our classrooms, at

sporting activities and on special occasions. We very

much appreciate the assistance these people

provide to us throughout the year. THANK YOU!

FIVE GOLDS MORNING TEA– This will be held next Wednesday 30

November at 11:00am, for all those students who have received 5

gold certificates. Students have been given invitations today.

2017 STUDENT COUNCILLORS– Congratulations to all the Year 5 nominees for the 2017 Student Council

who have recently been through the speech and election processes recently. Our 2016 Student

Leaders have really lifted the bar this year and I am sure from that the following students will maintain

the high standards set this year, by all of our leaders, especially in the activities they have undertaken

with other students in the school. Voting took place last Monday and the successful candidates were

announced to the nominees on Thursday. Our 2017 Student Councillors are: Alexander Lutton, Harriet

Murphy, Hayley Coulter, Jack Hodgson, Jack Kelso, Jessica Kemp , Lochie Semmler, Oscar McMaster,

Shreya Raha, Sophia Clift, Spencer Robertson and Zach Williams.

The 2017 School Captains and Vice Captains (from the above 12 students), will be announced at

Presentation Day on Wednesday 7 December. Voting for House Captains will take place on Friday

afternoon this week and announced in the newsletter next week.

DIARY DATES- A reminder that parents/carers and friends are invited to attend the following

Graduations and Presentation Days in Weeks 9 & 10. We hope you can join us for these important

school events.

Yrs 2-6 Presentation Day, Wednesday 7 Dec, 10:15am at the Albury High School Hall

Kindergarten Presentation - Thursday 8 Dec, 10:15am in the Albury Public School Hall

Year 1 Presentation - Thursday 8 Dec,11:30am in the Albury Public School Hall.

Yr 6 Graduation - Thursday 15 Dec,11:30am in the Albury Public School Hall

SWIM SCHOOL- Swim school commenced on Monday and will conclude next Friday. Please ensure your

child brings their swimming gear every day (regardless of the weather). On Monday next week,

(28 November) the times for swim school have changed, due to maintenance at the pool. NB- Our two swim sessions will be at 1:00pm and 1:45pm.

ENTERING SCHOOL GROUNDS- If you enter our school grounds, please remember it is a safe place for

our students. You would not like it if someone else approached or spoke inappropriately to your child,

please have the same respect for others.

SEMESTER TWO STUDENT REPORTS- All teachers are currently very busy writing and reviewing Semester 2

Student Reports. These reports reflect the academic and social progress your child has made during the

semester. These reports will be sent home on Wednesday 7 December, with the newsletter.

Have a great week

Vicki Harris

Principal

Email—albury-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 481 David St, Albury NSW 2640, Ph 6021 3849

Dates for the Diary Thursday 24 12:00noon-Special Assembly Wednesday 30 11:00am- 5 Golds Morning Tea DECEMBER Thursday 1 12:00noon- NO ASSEMBLY Monday 5- Full rehearsal for presentation day– APS Hall

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR- This week, Sophie Irvine (Year 5)and Natasha Simuong (Year 6) in 5/6LP will be performing at the Schools Spectacular performance in Sydney as members of the Riverina Dance Ensemble. Congratulations, Natasha and Sophie. Christel Pargeter, 5/6LP Class Teacher. YEAR 6 AMBITION DAY- Last week, the Year 6 students enjoyed coming dressed up in a costume for their Ambition Day. It was wonderful to see the variety of careers the Year 6 students would like to pursue. Well done, Year 6. Christel Pargeter, Coordinator.

SPORTS NEWS PSSA SOFTBALL:- Our team were defeated by St Pats 19 – 4. Ian, Jonathon, Ryan and Joel were

the only players to make home runs. Well done boys! It was a really close game between APS 2 and HPS with HPS winning by one run 12 – 11. Naomi, Georgia, Erin, Zoe and Natasha all made home runs. Great effort girls! This week the games are: the boys have a bye, APS1 play ST Pats 1, APS 2 play AWPS and APS 3 play LEPS. Next week we will

play each other as all our teams have byes. Thanks again to parents who give up their valuable time to assist with coaching, umpiring and scoring. Lynn Macleod, Coordinator. PSSA CRICKET- PSSA Blue Cricket:- Last week Albury Blue played Lavington at Black Range Park. The juniors came out ahead with Albury making 3-57 and Lavington hitting 9-19. The seniors were a closer game with Lavington hitting 9-76 and Albury making 3-50. An honourable mention to Nathaniel for his first wicket and David and Harper with the bat for hitting over 20 to retire. In the seniors Jonah for his bowling, Lochie for his batting and Caleb for his great sportsmanship. This week we play Lavington East at Collings Oval. Joel Border, Albury Blue Coordinator.

PSSA Gold Cricket:- On Friday 18 November, both the Junior and Senior Gold teams played against very competitive and skilled St Pats Gold teams. The Juniors made 48 runs, for the loss of 6 wickets to St Pats’ 72 runs. The Seniors made 59 runs for the loss of 6 wickets and were narrowly defeated by St Pats’ 64 runs. This week the Gold teams will play at Norris Park Oval against Lavington Gold. Christel Pargeter, Albury Gold Coordinator. NAIDOC GALA DAY- Year 6 students participated in a very enjoyable NAIDOC Rugby League Gala day on Thursday 3 November at Jelbart Park. Following the official ceremony and Welcome to Country, the students participated in Aboriginal language and games workshops, traditional dance and artefacts sessions. The students found out about the Festival of the Bogong Moth and the significance of Mungabareena and during this workshop they painted a mural which will be displayed at school. After the barbecue lunch, they practised rugby league skills and played a mini-touch football game. They all enjoyed the disco which was lead by DJ Steve Bowen throughout the day. At the conclusion of the activities, our school captains, Phoebe Grigg and Mitchell Lawes accepted a participation certificate, which features symbolic art work of the Murray River, on behalf of the Year 6 students. Nathan Fisher and Christel Pargeter, Coordinator.

It is with a heavy heart that I have to share the sad news with our school community that Simone will be leaving her position at the canteen at the end of the year. It has been great working with her. As sad as this is, it does open the opportunity for someone in our school community to apply for this wonderful position. This is a great job if you have young children at school. It is a 5 day fortnight and is within school hours There is no need to organise school holiday care as you work the school terms!! Fantastic. Please ring the canteen on 60212370 if you would like any more information. Rachael Baker, 60212370.

P & C RAFFLE TICKETS– Please return your raffle tickets and money to the “Raffle Box” at the school front office by next Monday (28 November). Thank you to everyone who has already returned them. Be in it to win it! Sharon Green, P & C Secretary.

COMMUNITY NOTICES ALBURY VACATION CARE- Don’t forget that bookings open on Monday morning (14 Nov) for our pre- Christmas and post Christmas program. Log on to www.alburycity.nsw.gov.au and follow the links to Vacation Care Dates are Monday 19 December to Thursday 22 December 8am – 6pm inclusive. Returning Tuesday 3 January 2017 to Friday 27th January 8am – 6pm inclusive. You must have a current enrolment at the service to successfully book. St Pats SPOT program take children from Year 4 through to Year 6. Call us on 6043 5630 for enquiries. Cathy Northam, KIDS ON KEYBOARDS– Kids on Keyboards offers students an opportunity to develop skills in reading and playing music, growing a love for music in a fun group environment. Students in Grades 2-6 are invited to enrol in this program. For further information, contact Jacqui Dainer on 0406 238 465 or 6025 8273. CULTURAL AWARENESS WORKSHOP– National Rugby League Limited- Workshops for volunteers, facilitated by Paul Sinclair of Mirri Mirri, focuses on the diverse cultures of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, providing an in-depth look into their rich history. Wednesday 21 December, from 9:30-4:30pm.Contact Dean Whymark on 0411 159 456 for further informaiton. JUNIOR SPARTAN RACE– Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 November at the Pioneer Park Recreation Reserve, Bright. A Spartan inspired 2km course designed for kids who love a challenge. Includes giant inflatable slides, water obstacles, cargo-net climbs and of course mud!! Develop teamwork, confidence, problem solving skill and a little grit in a fun, outdoor setting. (Visit Spartanrace.com.au) ALBURY WODONGA DOLL, BEAR & HOBBY SHOW– Mirambeena Community Centre, Martha Mews, Lavington. Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 November from 10:00am. Visit www.dollbearhobbyshow.com.au for further information. ALBURY COMMUNITY CAROLS– from 6:00-9:00pm, Monday 12 December, 402 Wagga Rd, Lavington. www.alburycarols.org.au– look for the big green arrow! TACKERS SAILING PROGRAM- Tackers is an Australian Sailing program aimed at getting kids aged 7-12 into sailing. Each program includes 20 hours tuition from qualified Australian Sailing Instructors & Assistant Instructors, fun on-water & off-water games and a Tackers Kit & Certificate. Where: Albury Wodonga Yacht Club – Lake Hume When: 16 – 20 January 2017, 1:30pm – 5:30pm Contact us now Ph:0467 355 258 or Email: training@awyc.org.au

ROSTER

Gold Certificates CONGRATULATIONS to:-

Alfie Towner, Alice Eggleton, Brodee French, Oliver Mack, Sophie Irvine, Sarah Mooney,

Ewan Mackenzie and Charlotte Ball.

Thur Nov 24th Fri Nov 25th Mon Nov28th Tues Nov 29th Wed Nov 30th Thur Dec 1 Fri Dec 2nd

9.00 -11:00 Tracey Brown 11:00 - 1:30 Helen Macpherson Angela Walters

9:00 - 11:30 Derek Murray 11:00 - 1:30 Cecilia Burke 12:30 - 1:30 Claire Rae

11:00 - 1:30 Carla Lidbury

11:00 - 1:30 Marion Baines

11.00-1.30 Jocelyn

9:00 - 11.30 Danielle Williams

11:00—1:30 Jacinda Good

9:00 -11:30 Tracey Brown 11:00 - 1:30

Jacqui McBurnie

ALBURY PUBLIC SCHOOL CANTEEN MANAGER POSITION We currently have a vacancy for a Canteen Manager to work 5 days a fortnight in our school canteen. This part time position will commence at the start of Term 1, 2017. Interested applicants can email Tracey at darren210163@gmail.com for a job description and any other details. Please send your application via email to Tracey by Wednesday 7 December.

1MS have been learning about and writing poetry this term. Here are some lines

from our nonsense One Day I Will Poems.

One day I will have a pet Pikachu. –Darcy

One day I will have a pet dog that can talk.—Riley

One day I will go into space and jump over the world.—Sasha

One day I will have a pet shark.—Abby

One day I will walk through fire.—Jack

One day I will transform into a cobra.—Callum

One day I will catch the biggest fish in the world.—Thomas

One day I will fly.—Lachlan

One day I will eat spaghetti on the moon. –Lori

One day I will ride a unicorn to school.—Blaise

One day I will be a ghostbuster and catch all of the ghosts.—Archie

One day I will jump off a cliff and swim with sharks.—Lucas

One day I will fight off one thousand redback spiders.—Banjo

One day I will ride a unicorn over a rainbow.—Ally

One day I will eat the moon.—Mia

One day I will swim in a volcano.—Izabella

One day I will fly high in the sky.—Abby L

One day I will catch a Pokemon called Pikachu.—Blake

One day I will fly off the roof.—Ritkriti

One day I will jump into an Ipad.—Hunter

One day I will kick a footy to the moon.—Eli