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News & Views Crookwell Public School

Charlotte Selmes for making a tremendous effort inmathematics.

Bodi Waters for thoughtful playground behaviour.

Ronan Berney for environmentally responsible actions.

Charlie Colley for presenting an excellent prepared speech.

Abigail Gray for being a helpful, kind and friendly classmember.

Johnny Wilson and Jacob Waters for their terrific ideas.

Louise Robertson and Anthony Barber for their amazingimitations.

Lincoln Kearney and George Willis for their responsiblebehaviour.

Charles Butler for his maturity and sense of humour.

Harrison Galway for his willingness to team up with anyone inthe classroom.

Sam Hunt for treating his peers maturely.

Addie Dawson, Tegan Allport and Ben Webster for coveringguinea pig shifts.

Jim Dawson for helping keep the playground safe.

Danny Caves and Bastian Huang for being helpful at sport.

Elizabeth McDonald for her beautiful manners.

Kindergarten for contributing to our Kindness Jar, we will getthere Kindy!

Laura Watson for her amazing improvement in counting.

Ihake Hape for producing a piece of very impressive writing.

Mia Anderson, Regan Selmes and Lily Butler for taking timeto make sure our school remains clean and tidy.

Anthony Barber and Louise Robertson for displaying a naturalflair for drama.

Stage 2 for dynamic contributions, impressive dedication andextreme energy levels in rehearsing their assembly item.

Taylor-James Eason for using a range of strategies to solvemathematical equations.

Chloe Price for bringing in oodles of lids to support the ‘Lidsfor Kids’ campaign.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land, the Gundungurra

nation, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future

43 Denison Street, Crookwell

Ph: 48321 213 Fax: 48321 353

Email: crookwell-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

www.crookwell-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Working Together, Growing Together

Next week

Mon 11 Nov Yr 3-6 Memorial Park for Remembrance Day

Wed. 13 Nov Responsible Pet Care - Infants

Wed. 13 Nov SEAT Mufti Day – wear purple to school

Coming Up Mon. 18 Nov Kindergarten Orientation Week commences

Tue. 19 Nov Schools Spectacular choir group leave for Sydney

Fri. 22 Nov Kindergarten Orientation Week concludes

Fri. 22 Nov Schools Spectacular matinee excursion

Mon. 25 Nov P&C Meeting at 5pm in the staffroom

Fri. 29 Nov Presentation Evening @ CHS, 7pm

Tue. 03 Dec Yr 6 Orientation Day @ CHS

Fri. 06 Dec Infants Assembly Item @ 10.45am

Fri. 06 Dec Stage 3 Assembly Item @ 12.15pm

Mon. 09 Dec ‘Kids on Keyboards’ K-6 Concert @ 10.30am

Tue. 10 Dec Year 6 luncheon @ 12pm @ Crown Theatre Cafe

Thu. 12 Dec Year 6 Fete

Fri. 13 Dec Colour Fun Run

Wed. 18 Dec Last day of term for students

Thu. 19 Dec Staff development day (pupil free)

Fri. 20 Dec Staff development day (pupil free)

Presentation EveningFriday 29th November, 2019 at 7pm at

Crookwell High School Hall

8th November, 2019 Term 4 Week 4

Interschools Equestrian Four Crookwell Public School students braved the heat and travelled to Bungendore with their horses to compete in the 2019 ACT Interschools Equestrian Championships which took place last Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It was a hugely successful weekend with students competing in a range of different events and walking away with plenty of ribbons. Congratulations to Montana Allwright who received Sporting Age Champion and to all of our riders for their amazing stamina and teamwork. A huge thankyou to the parents and students for all their hard work in preparation for this event. It was a brilliant weekend and we already have our sights set on next year!

Charlotte Selmes and ‘Roy Rodgers’ look very smart at the

start of a big weekend.

George Lee and ‘Mr Fox’ eagerly await the next competition.

Caden Locke and ‘Bling’ show off their well-earned ribbons.

Montana Allwright and ‘Ewan’ look to the next obstacle

in the show jumping.

Charlotte flies home from the barrel race in fine style.

Blue is a colour that seems to suit this fine pair.

Charlotte, George and their trustworthy steeds display the

ribbons won in their riding class.

Montana and ‘Ewan’ are all concentration in the barrel race.

Kindergarten Orientation Week is coming SOON!

Kindergarten Orientation Week will occur in Week 6 this term, Monday 18th – Friday 22nd November. Children who

are commencing school in 2020 are invited to attend Crookwell Public School every morning, from 9.30 - 11.45am. Please check your mailbox soon for invitations and

information regarding the Kindergarten Orientation program. There will be plenty happening for both children and their parents throughout the week. If you know a student who will be starting school in 2020, please pass on the attached flyer to them. We look forward to a fabulous week!

For further information please contact the school office on 48 321 213.

Samaritan’s Purse – Operation Christmas Child Crookwell Public School has once again supported the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child appeal. We, with the generous support of our families, placed a range of suitable gifts in the shoe boxes to send to those less fortunate.

We have filled nine boxes which will be collected and sent off in time for Christmas. Thank you to those families who supported this initiative and will be making Christmas a little more special this year for some children in need.

Eve Roberts, Wade Davis, Elizabeth McDonald, Jack

Haynes, Reagan Willis and Bodi Waters cradle the gift boxes which will be sent overseas to children who could really

benefit from some Christmas spirit.

S.E.A.T & ‘Make a Wish’ Foundation Mufti Day The Sustainability, Education, Artwork, Teamwork (S.E.A.T) Project is a values-based program that empowers school age students to explore their own potential to enhance the world in which they live.

Through a series of five dynamic learning experiences students can investigate several significant concepts that awaken a developmentally appropriate sense of social responsibility and participate in a collaborative endeavour to help others. The program centres on the parable of ‘The Little Stool That Could’ to demonstrate the values and actions achievable by the students who participate.

Some Year 5 and Year 6 students have recently completed this project and would like to use a Mufti Day as a culminating activity. They have decided to support the ‘Make a Wish’ Foundation which helps make 700 Australian children’s dreams come true each year.

Students and staff are asked to wear purple on Wednesday

13th November for a gold coin donation. The S.E.A.T project participants thank you for your support.

2020 Classes Enquiries about classes for next year are being received. When all staff positions are filled and children have been grouped, with academic and social considerations taken into account, an announcement will be made in News & Views on Friday 6th December, 2019.

LOST Alyssa Huang has misplaced her school jumper. It does have her name on it but it is a little faded. If you come across Alyssa’s jumper could you please return it to her or Mr Whittington? Thank you in advance.

Stage 2 Writing Workshop It was a day like no other. Twenty three unsuspecting Stage 2 students had no idea what eventful and exciting experiences awaited them. They boarded the bus and drove away, embarking on a Creative Writing Workshop at Laggan Public School. Under the guidance of renowned authors, Deb Abela and Alan Sunderland, and talented illustrator Nathaniel Eckstrom, students from Crookwell, Taralga, Binda, Bigga and Laggan Public Schools took an unforgettable journey through the writing process. Ideas were flowing, pencils were scrawling and the excitement was bursting from the students minds, right on to the paper in front of them. The students learnt that any brilliant story comes with problems, something that makes this article a difficult one to write, considering the day ran as smoothly as a chocolate milkshake. Moving forward, the students involved in the workshop will continue to plan and develop some extraordinary and fascinating discovery themed stories that will be sent off to be published. We assure you, you have not heard the last from these budding young authors!

Ben Webster is a huge fan of Deborah Abela, having read her entire Max and Remy series.

The focus was unbelievable. Deb certainly had the students engaged and motivated!

Nathaniel Eckstrom offered some tips and tricks into illustrating.

Schools Spectacular Performance 2019 On Friday 22nd November there will be a preview performance of the 2019 Schools Spectacular event at Qudos Arena, Sydney Olympic Park. We have limited tickets available for students. Participation is now open to all primary students from Years 3 to 6 on a first in basis.

Notes and money must be returned by Friday 8th November to secure your child’s position on this excursion. After this date any remaining tickets will be offered to Year 4 students.

A coach will depart the school at 7.00am, and return at approximately 6.30pm. There will be a rest stop at McDonalds on the journey back where students may purchase dinner. Students will be required to wear full school uniform and bring a packed lunch and recess for the trip to Sydney.

The cost of this excursion, inclusive of transport and ticket, will be $60.00 per student, with additional money required for dinner. ……………………………………………………………………..

Schools Spectacular Performance

I give permission for my child/children _______________________________________________ to participate in the excursion to view the Schools Spectacular Performance on Friday 22nd November at Homebush. I have enclosed $60.00 per child for the excursion. Parent/Guardian Signature:________________________ Emergency Phone contact: _______________________ Date __________________ If payment made online POP Receipt # ________________ ……………………………………………………………………..

Kindergarten Orientation Week Monday 18th Nov. – Friday 22nd Nov. 2019

Playground Sounds What fun Playground Sounds brought to our school on Thursday! A silent disco took place in the hall and COLA for all students from Kindergarten to Year 6 to enjoy. The atmosphere was amazing! Thanks to everyone for making it one of the biggest highlights of 2019! Enjoy the photos!

Good friends Kayla McDonald, Louise Robertson, Ada

Dunn, Mia Butler and Reagan Willis donned their headsets in readiness for the big event.

It looks as though Lachlan Pearman and

Jim Dawson are ready to ‘party’.

The smiles on the faces of Mr Nedanoski and Talon Young

say it all.

Laura Watson enjoying herself at ‘Playground Sounds”.

Claire Collins, Ava Rogan, Eve Roberts and Tahlia Goulay

were delighted to experience the fun of ‘Playground Sounds’ again.

Three good mates having a fabulous time at ‘Playground Sounds” were Nathaniel Hockley, Brayden Perring and

Harris Shah

Sophie Ward, Ellie Whittington, Betsy Willis and Hannah Hunt were smiling in anticipation of the fun to be had.

Remembrance Day On Monday 11th November primary (Yrs 3 - 6) students and staff will be walking to Memorial Park to participate in a Remembrance Day ceremony to commemorate the 101st anniversary of the end of World War 1.

The service will begin at 10.30am and all are welcome to attend. Students must wear full school uniform for this event. Please complete the permission slip below and return it to the school office by Friday 8th November. ……………………………………………………………………..

Remembrance Day Ceremony

I give permission for my child/children _______________________________________________ to participate in the Remembrance Day ceremony on Monday 11th November at Memorial Park. I understand that students will be walking to and from the venue accompanied by their teachers. Parent/Guardian Signature:________________________ Emergency Phone contact: _______________________ Date __________________ …………………………………………………………………….. Montanna Rides to Success Last week several of our students participated in the Interschools Equestrian Championships. One student had a very successful competition, coming away with Overall Age Champion. This means she had terrific results across all of her events. The most surprising result for Montanna was when she competed in the barrel race which is an event that is not sanctioned to ages. In this event she has a path around three barrels she must complete in the fastest time and this was against students up to Year 12. Montanna and her horse Ewan, completed the course so quickly she ended up finishing in fourth position overall!! A terrific result for her first Interschools Championship.

Montanna with her amazing collection of ribbons from the

weekend.

‘A hundred years from now, it will not

matter what my bank account was, the

sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I

drove … but that the world may be

different because I was important in the

life of a child.’ Maggie Dent

Year 6 White Elephant Stall Now is the time to sort out your cupboards to create space for Christmas goodies and, if you were wondering what to do with all the “treasures” that you no longer need or want Year 6 has the answer! Donate them to the Year 6 Fete for the White Elephant Stall. All donations can be left at the school office and would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Year 6.

No Hat …… Play In The Shade Australia has the highest incidence of skin cancer in the world with 140,000 new cases and 1,000 deaths recorded annually. The increasing occurrence of skin cancer in Australia is a matter of concern with skin cancers accounting for 80% of all new cancers diagnosed each year.

The A.C.T. and surrounding region has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in Australia. The major cause of skin cancer is exposure to ultraviolet radiation over many years, particularly during childhood and adolescence. Even if exposure does not cause obvious sunburn, damage still occurs and accumulates over the years.

To help protect students from over exposure to the sun during Term 4, the school’s policy of ‘No Hat…Play in the Shade,’ will be strictly enforced.

Please encourage your child to wear their school hat at school to help keep them sun safe.

N.B. Adjustable microfibre school hats are available from the uniform shop at a cost of $15.00.

Enrolling Now For 2020

If you know of families who will have children starting school at Crookwell Public in 2020 please encourage them to return their Application for Enrolment Form by the end of this term. This will allow staffing arrangements for next year to be firmly in place by the commencement of the new academic year.

Families new to the school community are invited to contact the school on 48 321 213 to arrange an interview with Mr Whittington, meet the staff, tour the school and receive a Crookwell Public School Information package.

Thank you to the families who have already completed and submitted their child’s application to enrol.

Yours in Public Education,

Michael Whittington Principal

Kirstie O’Neill Assistant Principal

Greg Atfield Relieving Assistant Principal

P&C News Crazy Camel Fundraiser Looking for some personalised gifts for friends and family for Christmas? Need a family calendar or planner to remember all of the dates swimming around your head? Then this fundraiser is for you!

Students have been busy creating masterpieces of art that you can get put on a large range of items. Please see the attached Crazy Camel order form, and submit all forms and payments by Tuesday 5th November. If you wish to view your child's artwork before

making a purchase, please visit the CPS office.

Thanks in advance for your support in this fundraiser. Please see below for prices. Order forms are attached to today’s News & Views.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Calendar $14

Greeting cards $14

Sketch pad $18

Diary $18

Notebook $18

Pillowcase $25

Tea Towel $25

Tote Bag $25

Canteen Roster Term 4 Week 5

Wednesday 13th November Friday 15th November

Amanda Pearson Katie Keith

Alex Hewitt John & Victoria Gray Jan Woods

Week 6

Wednesday 20th November Friday 22nd November

Marcia Dunn Liddy Skelly

Jan Woods Michelle Butler Peta Reid

Week 7

Wednesday 27th November Friday 29th November

Mel Stepien Julie Simpson

Presentation Night – Canteen closed

Week 8

Wednesday 4th December Friday 6th December

Marian Harrop Shirley Pearman

Alex Hewitt Heather Stanger John & Victoria Gray

Week 9

Wednesday 11th December Friday 13th December

Amanda Pearson Liz Hunt (Last canteen day for 2019)

Colour Fun Run – Canteen closed (Sausage sizzle will be available for lunch)

CUA School Colour Fun Run One more week of fundraising!

This term the P&C will be holding a major fundraising event, a colour fun run! The event will be held on Friday 13th December Crookwell Public School. This is a sponsorship based fundraiser and we are looking to raise money to purchase some fantastic new additions for our wonderful school.

Sponsorship booklets were sent home with each child three weeks ago and students have already done an amazing job in fundraising towards their own goals. All fundraising needs to be done by Friday 15th November, you only have one more week! Students will need to bring their sponsor booklets and any cash sponsorship they have received to school on or before Friday 15th November, you will not be able to order your prize unless you have done this as I will need to verify all sponsorship forms. Students will then have until Tuesday 19th November to order their own prize online which will be presented to them on the day of the Colour Fun Run.

If you haven’t already set up an online profile for your child/children please do so, as you will not be able to order prizes without one, details on how to set up your own online fundraising profile can be found in the sponsor booklet or using the link www.schoolfunrun.com.au If you do not have access to a computer please feel free to contact the school on 48321213 and I can assist you in setting your profile account up.

Happy fundraising!! Sarah Whittington P&C Secretary

Community Announcements ………………… The inclusion of any announcement does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation

thereof by Crookwell Public School.

2019/2020 Registration and

Taster Night - TONIGHT -

Want to see what Crookwell Swim Club is all about? Come and join us for a “Taster Night” on Friday 8th November at the Crookwell Pool. Festivities begin at 4.30pm and if you like, you can register for the 2019/2020 season on the night! Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions by phoning: Kristy Knight 0439 493 925 Anna Kemp 0423 731 842

Crookwell Public School Food For Thought Menu

HOT LUNCHES

Muffin Pizza – wholemeal muffin base, tomato paste, either chicken or ham & cheese $2.00

Yummy Drummies – one serve includes 2 drummies and served with a salad $4.50 ***

Fried Rice – rice, egg, peas, carrot, bacon & corn $4.00

Taco Bowl – soft taco boat with bolognaise mix served with grated cheese, salsa & Greek yoghurt $4.00

Spaghetti Bolognaise – bolognaise sauce served with pasta $4.00

Ham & Cheese Pocket - $3.00

FROZEN SNACKS

Banana Pop – plain, honey or coconut $0.50

Berri Quelch Fruit Sticks $0.80

Frozen Fruit – see the daily selection (oranges, grapes, watermelon, berries) $1.00

DAILY SNACKS

Popcorn $0.80

Corn Cobs $0.60

Grilled Cheese Triangles $0.50

Yoghurt Cups $0.50

Dip Sticks $0.50

Eggy Muffins $1.00

Fruit Sticks $1.00

Banana Bread $2.00

1/2 $1.00

Bacon & Egg Pie $1.50

Scrolls – ham& cheese/vegemite &cheese/ pizza $1.00

Dim Sims - $0.80

COLD LUNCHES

Chicken Wrap – chicken, cheese, carrot & lettuce $3.50

Ham Wrap – ham, cheese, carrot & lettuce $3.50

Salad Wrap – lettuce, tomato, beetroot, cheese, carrot & cucumber $3.00

Salad – lettuce, tomato, beetroot, cheese, carrot & cucumber $3.00

Lunch Paper Bags – $0.10 (a separate bag is required for recess & lunch)

Lunch Bag (Insulated) - $12.00

DRINKS

Water $1.00

Milk – chocolate or strawberry $2.00

100% Fruit Juice – apple, orange, apple & blackcurrant $1.30 New Government Guidelines - no student is allowed to be served greater than ONE serve of an occasional food in any day. ***