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Phone 6760 9225 Fax 6760 9479 Email [email protected] Web nemingha-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
Term 1, Week 4 18 February 2021
CalendarFebruary
Friday 19 February Zone Swimming Carnival
Monday 22 February "Teach Your Dinosaur Science"2.10 pm - excursion
Friday 26 February Assembly5/6M Item2.40pm in the school hall
March
Wednesday 10 March Free dental screeningfor Year 1 students
P&C General Meeting7pm in the staff room
Thursday 11 March Selective High School tests
Friday 26 March Assembly5/6B item2.40pm in in the school hall
April
Thursday 1 April Term 1 ends
Friday 2 April Good Friday
Monday 5 April Easter Monday
Monday 19 April Staff Development Day
Tuesday 20 April Students return for Term 2
Sunday 25 April ANZAC Day
Tuesday 27 April Kinder Come and Try DayFor 2022 Kinder students
Wednesday 28 April "Snake Tales"To be confirmed
May
Wed, Thur, 5 and 6 May Life Education Van
Friday 7 May Assembly4/5S Item2.40pm in the hall
Monday 10 May Life Education Van
11-21 May NAPLAN
Wednesday 12 May P&C General Meeting7pm in the staff room
Friday 14 May School Cross Country
17-20 May Canberra ExcursionYear 6 students
... continued on Page 2Clothing Pool - open each Monday, 2.30-3.30pm
and on the first Friday of each month, 2.30-3.30pm
Communication between home and schoolLeanne Kemp, Relieving Principal
Teamwork between parents, teachers and school is vital for student and school success. It was wonderful to see all the parents who were able to make our Meet-the-Teacher Night on Tuesday. This was your opportunity to contact your child’s teacher and hear about the class routines they have put into place for 2021. If you have any questions about your child’s class or need to clarify anything with the class teacher, please use our well-established communication methods, calling the office or using Class Dojo. As was discussed on Tuesday evening, the teachers will endeavour to get back to you with an answer but please don’t expect an immediate reply as the teachers are committed to their core business, teaching your child.
In this busy world it is becoming more and more important to plan our days so we can do the best in what we do. With the technology available to us now such as emailing and SMS, we expect an answer immediately, a reply straight away and we become agitated if we don’t get it. What we really need is time. Time to discuss, time to listen, time to reflect and time to plan. The education of our children is a very important part of our lives as we all want the best for our children. We want to provide them with the opportunities to do great things, to help them make the right choices so that they can be what they want to be.
However, in order to do this, we all need to be considerate of giving people the opportunity to dedicate time for valuable discussion. If you catch someone on the hop, you may end up doing something when they are not ready for it and may not be able to deal with it in the best way.
It often isn’t practical to have an extended conversation lasting more than a couple of minutes with your child’s teacher during drop-off and pick-up times at school. It is
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P&C NewsCongratulations to our new executive committee:
9 President - Maryann Murdoch 9 Vice Presidents - Gina Blyton and Karlie Tongue 9 Secretary - Rebecca McDonald 9 Treasurer - Donna Murphy 9 Canteen and Clothing Pool Convenor - Leesa Mackenzie 9 Social Medial Coordinator - Joanne Jones 9 We Care Coordinator - Leesa Mackenzie 9 School Banking Coordinator - Rebecca McDonald 9 Fundraising Coordinator - vacant)
Unfortunately our numbers were down at the AGM, and in order to form a committee some parents have undertaken more than one role. If you were unable to make the meeting but would still like to become an active member, we invite you to the next meeting on Wednesday 10 March to assist in the running of the association.
You will notice that the position of Fundraising Coordinator is vacant - if you would like to fill this role, we would love to hear from you!
Without a committee, services such as the canteen and clothing pool will cease to exist. Funds will not be provided for extra resources, funding and assistance for our children.
Please reach out to [email protected] if you would like more information on how you can lend a hand, or to request a P&C membership form.
probably best if you made a time when you and your child’s teacher could sit down and discuss the issue in detail without other distractions. Catching them just as they are just about to go to class does not give them an opportunity to give you the time your questions deserve.
Staff are always prepared to talk to you about your child’s progress at school at a mutually convenient time, so please call the school office and make a time to talk to your child’s teacher. Let them know how long you think you’ll need and when the best time for you would be. It would also be helpful if you could let them know beforehand what it is you wish to discuss so they are better informed.
The teamwork that has developed between teachers and parents over the years at Nemingha Public School is valued. Together our children’s best interests will be met and they will flourish in our care.
Notes homeNemingha School prides itself on communication using the red folder system.
Please ensure your child brings their red folder every day and that it is checked every afternoon for new notes. We have also added copies of notes to Class Dojo so you can see what has gone home, as well as listed the notes home in Newslink. If for some reason your child misplaces a note please contact the office, not the class teacher, as they do not have spare copies in their rooms.
We hope this addition to the communication routine assists you and allows you to keep up to date with the happenings at NPS.
School CouncilThank you to those parents who have offered themselves for nomination as parent representatives on the School Council.
To date we have received two nominations for the three available positions. If you would like to nominate, please contact the school office for a nomination form.
The School Council makes a valued contribution to the operation of the school and I encourage any interested parents to put their name forward.
Nominations should be submitted by Wednesday 3 March.
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Health and wellbeingIf your child is experiencing any health issues including hearing, sight, physical or mental, please contact the school office so that the appropriate staff can be informed and our records can be updated. It is important that any issues are addressed as early as possible to aid in your child’s learning. If your child has been diagnosed with asthma, allergies or anaphylaxis, we require a signed action plan from your GP. This needs to be updated every year. Please ensure that documentation from your doctor on all medical conditions is supplied to the office.Any medications that may be required during school time are to be sent to school in the original container with dosage and time clearly labelled. A signed Administration of Medications note is to be handed in at the same time to the school office.
HockeyLast week the PSSA girls’ hockey trials were held at school. The students who successfully qualified for the team are: Teagan Smith, Josie Murdoch, Lillian Bracken, Summar Barnett, Sophie Cleal, Olivia Blanch, Imogen Scanlon, Georgia Scanlon, Annabelle Newcombe, Grace Newcombe, Ava Gregory, Allee Thompson and Ellie Jones.
The PSSA Girls’ Hockey Knockout Competition day will be held towards the end of Term 2.
Congratulations to Summar Barnett, Teagan Smith, Lillian Bracken and Josie Murdoch who will try out for the zone hockey team on Friday 12 March.
Vanessa Miller
A broad curriculum
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creative learning opportunities,
taught by a cohesive,
collaborative team
Established in 1939 we have a tradition of
pride in our school with core values of respect, excellence
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Vision Statement “Proudly committed to
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Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School 585 Calala Lane, Tamworth NSW 2340
6764 8600 www.farrer.nsw.edu.au
This is your opportunity to tour our campus and see what Farrer can offer your son
OPEN DAY 2021 WEDNESDAY 17TH MARCH
8.30 – 2.00PM We are the only boys’ agricultural Government selective h i g h school in Australia. Farrer has established an enviable reputation as a centre of excellence in academics, agriculture, welfare and sports programs. Catering to the education of both day and boarding students Farrer is set on 191 hectares of prime agricultural land, 10 kilometres from Tamworth, New South Wales.
Register online at Farrer by Monday 15th March 2021
6764-8607 – Kerry Hussey – Enrolments Officer Wear casual clothing & bring a hat.
Refreshments and a light lunch will be served.
Facebook live streamingParents will be aware that, while COVID restrictions prevented parents attending assemblies and other school events, the P&C arranged live streaming to the P&C closed group.To allow live streaming, it was a requirement that we had permission from all parents to photograph their children.
Parents have the right to prohibit any photographs of their children and this year we have a number of parents who have exercised that right.
This means that we are no longer able to live stream any school events which potentially includes children whose parents have asked that their children not be photographed.
Fortunately the COVID restrictions are being relaxed and we welcome parents who would like to attend assemblies and other school events.
We would like to remind parents that it is not appropriate to take unauthorised photos of school activities at any time.
Registrations are now open for DUNGOWAN JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE
for boys and girls Under 6 – Under 12
to play on Saturday mornings during Terms 2 and 3
Register at www.playrugbyleague.com Active Kids Vouchers can be redeemed
Enquiries: message us on Facebook,
or email [email protected]
REMINDERThere is a two-minute time limit on parking in the "Kiss and Drop" zone, which is clearly marked with yellow paint.
Parents who need to park for a longer time, or who need to get out of their cars, should use the visitor carpark in consideration of other parents.
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WHOFor boys in years 5-9 (ages 10-15)WHEN14-16 April 2021
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Find us on Facebook or contact Janelle Tongue 0428421206 or Dave Tankard 0401571978
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Apply via registration formfor any SU Camp.
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Since 1934 the Australian Air League has been teaching young boys and girls nationwide all about aviation, while helping them develop important life skills like leadership, discipline, self confidence and teamwork. When you join the league you will make new friends and take part in fun and exciting activities, on the ground and in the air. Each week you will attend your local squadron where you will learn valuable skills and take part in fun and interesting activities and classes. Some of our classes include Meteorology, Navigation, Photography and Community Service. Squadrons also attend training camps, sport and recreational days, flying experiences and ceremonial drill. We welcome boys and girls the age of 8 years old from all different cultures and backgrounds. Parents and families are welcome to support or even join their local squadron as a volunteer. All adult members and volunteers are Working with Children Checked. The Australian Air League is running both a fun and educational programme that is making fine citizens out of our young Australians.
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NSW Group
The following notes have been sent home this week:
Year 6 studentsCommemorative polo shirts.
Selected studentsPSSA Zone swimming carnival
All studentsTeach Your Dinosaurs Science
" Permission note and payment due Thursday 18 February
Kinder studentsHomework agreement
Years 5 and 6 studentsSUPA Club
" Permission notes due Friday 26 February
Year 1 studentsFree dental screening
" Permission notes due 10 March
Class 5/6M studentsAssembly item Friday 26 February