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15 Frederick Street, Charlestown 2290 Telephone 4943 4063, 4943 4137 Facsimile 4942 2583 E-mail [email protected] website www.charlestow-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

Dear Parents/Carers Presentation Day 2018 Welcome special guests, ladies and gentleman, boys and girls to Charlestown Public School’s Presentation Day 2018. I would also like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land and pay my respects to the Awabakal elders both past, present and future. 2018 has indeed been an amazing year for Charlestown Public School. Our students have given their best and our school has had marvelous successes. Academically, there were high distinctions, distinctions and credits in English and Mathematics NSW University and Newcastle Permanent BS competitions. Our NAPLAN results were also excellent with Year 3 achieving above the state average in all aspects of literacy and numeracy whilst Yr 5 results showed excellent value added growth in all areas. Our Yr 5 debating team grew in strength with each debate and we are very proud of their efforts. One of our students represented the school in the statewide Number Crunchers final in Sydney, two of our students received “runners up” in the Zone Public Speaking competition and our students have improved their short term/long term memory with excellence in warm ups. In Creative and Practical Arts, dance, choir and musical groups participated in a wide range of activities including; Grandparents Day and Charlestown Sq performances in Education Week, Dance Festival and Starstruck. You have already observed our senior students signing the National Anthem and today you will also hear our

wonderful K-2 choir. Our specialist music teacher, Mrs Walsh has introduced a percussion band and a drumming group, as well as the talented ukukele group. Our uke troupe enjoyed themselves at the Ukulele festival in October. Our music program provides rich and varied activities enhancing students’ engagement.

Dates for your Diary Term 1 2019 29/01/19 Staff Development Day (no

students) 30/01/19 Y1-6 Students Return 30/1-1/2 Kinder Best Start Interviews 31/01/19 Y3-6 Swimming Carnival 4/02/19 Kinder First Day

In the sporting arena our school enjoyed success in 2018 with both the swimming and athletic carnivals being fun days for all. Students represented the school in soccer, netball, swimming, cross country, hockey, basketball and athletics. One of our students represented the Region in hockey, finishing in 7th in the state competition, and gaining selection in the NSW hockey team. This year we participated in the netball gala day. The students in Years 3-4 were also part of the Charlestown Cup and the Whitebridge High School Year 9 sport mentoring program. All students enjoyed basketball, gymnastics and lawn bowls coaching sessions and our primary students participated in Lifeskills and Mindfulness sessions. Our students organized a fundraiser for Stewart House and Brain Cancer and also used their STEM skills in creating Caine’s Arcade to raise money for the farmers in “Buy a Bale.”

Charlestown Public School Newsletter Term 4 Week 10 – Wednesday 19 December 2018

A proud partner of the Whitebridge Community of Schools


A wonderful school vegetable garden was continued this year under the leadership of Mrs Taylor and Miss Darcy. It not only looks terrific but has supplied the canteen with many healthy treats. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the P&C for their support of the school in 2018. Our President, Linda Todorovski is supported by her fellow executive, Vice Presidents Lisa Galvin-Waight and Vanessa Bulloch, Secretary Kristy Bassett and Treasurer Kylee Lowe who are the engine room of P&C working behind the scenes to keep the organization running. The P&C also took on the role of organizing the canteen once again for the netball gala day, and also catered for over 60 adults at the Hearing Conference and the Orienteering Professional Development course. The fete this year has been a huge success too. Everyone went home tired but with happy, smiling faces!! As a small school we are really fortunate to have such a great fundraising committee and a P&C with a strong vision for the school. From all of us here we thank you for always being there for us. Whilst we are lucky to have a small band of volunteers, new helpers would be most welcome! This year we also acknowledge the contributions of our parents, Allanna Jeayes, whose youngest child Emily, is leaving the school this year. We appreciate all of yours and Ben’s support throughout the years and thank you for your valuable time and tireless effort, dedication and passion at our school. Also, I would like to thank Steve and Natalie Dimmock, Andrew and Heidi Holt, Melanie Hall and Pea Mataora for their contributions to Charlestown Public School over the years. There are also many others who have been there for us: reading group helpers, BBQ chefs, chauffeurs and clothing shop ladies. We have really valued your support this year. Thank you to our Canteen Committee led by Nancy Natukokona with Kylee Lowe as the treasurer. You have done a marvelous job looking after tummy matters.

I would like to make special mention of our School Council which was disbanded this year: President Glenn Jones, Community member Ray Swadling, and parents Allana Jeayes, Linda Todorovski, James Pheils, Kristie Harrison and staff representative Miss Hale. Their dedication and commitment to the school was gratefully acknowledged and appreciated. Our teaching staff also deserve special thanks in 2018. It has been a challenging and demanding year with the implementation of explicit instruction and critical and timely feedback. We have achieved sustaining and growing or excelling in all of the 14 elements of the School Excellence Framework, a wonderful accomplishment. We have also combined with the community to introduce the first year of the new school plan taking us through to 2020. We welcomed new staff with Miss Darcy and Mrs Coleman. The staff always give that bit extra to encourage positive relationships and providing the best learning opportunities for your child. The excellent outcomes achieved by our students are a credit to the staff of Charlestown Public School and the close partnership with parents who value their child’s education. Our teachers are always well supported by our ancillary staff led by Mrs Janelle Stone. Janelle and Rayna have done a wonderful job. Both of these ladies have put on their happy faces and cared for the sick, counselled students and ensured our school’s finances are on track. Our teacher’s aides also deserve special mention Mrs Christie, Mrs Dosen, Mrs Douglas and Mr Barlow. It is with great sadness that we say farewell to Mrs Christie and Mrs Dosen and say a huge thank you for your expertise in providing support to our students. To our Year 6 students, you have been a wonderful group who have contributed to the school in different ways. Your maturity, sense of fun and perspective have made you a credit to your families and your school. I hope that you take away happy memories and a significant repertoire of skills, knowledge and values as you move


to high school. A special mention to our school captains, Sophie and Cameron, prefects Emily and Ashley, and House Captains Caitlin and Cameron who have contributed much to the school this year. It has been wonderful to watch your personal growth and maturity. With the support of the school community, student leaders have raised significant sums of money for a number of worthwhile causes. Congratulations and best wishes and I wish you every success in the years to come. I would also like to thank Mrs Gill who is the principle organiser of today’s event and our school leaders for compering today’s proceedings. In closing, thank you to all of the individuals, families and businesses that have supported our school during 2018. By working together in a trusting, honest relationship combined with your encouragement and support we have raised the academic bar for your children and encouraged respect, integrity, resilience and kindness. First Day 2019 The first day for the teachers and office staff in 2019 is Tuesday 29 January. Classes for students in years 1 to 6 in 2019, start on Wednesday 30 January 2019. Kindergarten students starting in 2019 have Best Start interviews from Wednesday, 30 January until Friday 1 February with Mrs Taylor and Miss Darcy. Times have already been booked in with the Office. All students in Kinder 2019 start on Monday 4 February. From my family to you and your family, I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Jayne Thompson Principal

Awards Congratulations to Ekaterina who gained a Gold Award in the Premier’s Reading Challenge this year.

Well done to Matthew on his award for learning Russian during the year.


2018 Award Recipients

Academic Achievement Sportsperson of the Year Ashley D Kindergarten Dexter B Public Speaking Charlie L Year 1 Jasper G Paddy Sharpe All Rounder Award Emily J Year 2 Andon T Bev Allen Library Award Clayton W Year 3 Caitlin Mc NSW Premier’s Sporting Challenge Medal Sophie H Year 4 Jayda H Citizenship Awards Senior Charlie L Year 5 Chloe N Junior Michael T Year 6 (DUX) Jackson E-H Matt Levin You Can Do It Award Jay W

Class Awards KT Oliver-Henry T & Monique L Effort and Enthusiasm Storm N-G Technology Maisie E Home Reading Alexander E and Jasper F Class Award

K/1D Jaime M C and Jack D Effort and Enthusiasm Wesley C Technology Jasper G Home Reading Jade Z and Josephine H Class Awards

2D Abbey P and Jay W Effort and Enthusiasm Matthew M Technology Tyreece F Home Reading Kevin M and Caelee T Class Awards

3/4O Annabella S and Tini Kapsimalis Effort and Enthusiasm Luke D M Technology Sharney C Home Reading Brodie L and Sitapak P Class Awards

4/5C Alexys Mc and Jackson L Effort and Enthusiasm Xander Kapsimalis Technology Michael T Home Reading Paige B and Chelsea P Class Awards

5/6H Clayton W and Allie T Effort and Enthusiasm Cameron L Technology Chloe N Home Reading Freddie M and Cadell P Class Awards

Sporting Awards

Champions Swimming Athletics Junior Girl Ekaterina M Cloe B-P Junior Boy Patrick G Xander K Senior Girl Georgia O Sophie H Senior Boy Cameron G Cameron G

2019 Student Executive Captains: Allie T and Ryan Mc Prefects: Jacob J and Eligh S House Captains: Alexys McK and Cadell P


Presentation Day


Year 6 Farewell


Community News


Newcastle Term 1 Primary Schools

Comp Hockey NSW and Newcastle

Hockey would like to invite your Primary School to participate in the Hockey NSW Term 1 Primary School Competition. This is a great

way for kids to have fun representing their school and have the chance to experience a new sport before the hockey season starts. The competition will run for 4-weeks. Games will be played with boards to keep the ball in play with the Kookaburra 8s

format and no goal keepers. Please bring your own mouthguard and shin pads for the games. The winners of Stage 1, Stage 2 & Stage 3 will receive a school hockey

pack worth $500 thanks to Just Hockey Newcastle & Geotrace. Date: 13th Feb, 20th Feb, 27th Feb & 6th March. Where: Newcastle Hockey Centre, Turton Road, New Lambton Time: 10am-2pm Cost: $7 a student per week If you are interested in attending please fill out the bottom of this flyer and return to [email protected] by the 6th February, 2019. TEAM DETAILS

PLEASE ADVISE NUMBER OF STUDENTS WISHING TO ATTEND

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SCHOOL CONTACT DETAILS (authorising team nomination)

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If you have anyone that maybe interested in attending the day as an umpire please list below. A parent, teacher or an experienced student/high school student)

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