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HUMBUG WEEKLY

UNGARIE CENTRAL SCHOOL – THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL EDUCATING FOR LIFE

Our school values: mutual respect and caring; school community working together; high expectations; acceptance of difference; tolerance and harmony Condobolin Rd, Ungarie NSW 2669 T 02 69759030 F 02 69759157 E ungarie-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

W www.ungarie-c.schools.nsw.edu.au

Important Dates 27th March – P & C AGM 2 pm 28th March – Easter Hat Parade 11th April – School Fete from 4 pm Good number sense Maths is a numbers game but for some students – and parents – the figures don’t add up. Here are some strategies to help kids to work out sums in their heads in a way that makes sense to them. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and-study/maths/maths-a-to-z/-/maths_glossary/RId5/141/mental%20strategy Essay planning Kids often rush headlong into essay writing tasks without thinking through what is required. Effective essay planning can involve brainstorming, mind-mapping, and organising notes depending on the question and type of response required. These factsheets explain everything. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and-study/english/english-a-to-z/-/english_glossary/8Qum/2661/essay+planning Reading with your child at home When your kids see you reading and writing in everyday life – whether reading for pleasure, sharing a story with them or making a shopping list-

it teaches them that they are useful skills. Here are some things you can do at home to help your kids with reading. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/en/homework-and-study/english/english-tips/reading-with-your-child-at-home Removing head lice and nits Mention head lice and most of us instantly develop an itch. While head lice and nits, (the eggs of head lice) are certainly annoying and persistent, they’re not dangerous. Here’s everything you need to know to rid your kids of head lice and nits. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/health/removing-head-lice-and-nits Does multi-tasking reduce focus? Can your kids really study while updating their Facebook page, listening to their music players and messaging their friends? Research shows dedicated study time without distractions produces better learning and a greater ability to retrieve information. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/technology/using-technology/homework-and-multitasking-can-it-be-done Be Road Safety Ready Please find attached a parents’ guide from NRMA.

Helen Culbert

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Thought for the week! A teacher affects eternity;

he can never tell, where his

influence stops

Merit Awards K/1 Lachlan Ward, Deakin Ross

Yr 2/3 Zoe Pabis, Georgia Wilson, Hayley Wallace, Jett Brew

Yr 4/5/6 Molly Bryant, Prue West, Kai Davies

Infants Sport Mitch Collins, Hugh Williams

Primary Sport Kayla Bradley

Super Spellers K/1 Harry Roscarel, Noah Bryant

Yr 2/3 Hayley Wallace, Georgia Wilson

Yr 4/5/6 Molly Bryant, Kasey Carrington, Ryan Crofts, Tom Roscarel, Ryan Wallace, Josh Roscarel, Jackson Benness, Colby Crofts, Seth McCubbin, Daniel Potter, Jared Robb

UCS Canteen Roster Wk 7 Fri 15th Mar - L Crofts Wk 8 Mon 18th Mar- K Cattle & S Bennett Fri 22nd Mar- Y Archibald & M Carrington

Happy Birthday to: Kadee Gerhard- Scali 15th Mar Renae Bradley 18th Mar Leslie Quarman 21st Mar

Upcoming Events: 19th Mar- Healthy Harold visit 27th Mar P&C AGM 2pm (note: change of date) 28th Mar- Easter Hat Parade 11th Apr- School Fete from 4pm

Calling for…. Donation of items for the

WHITE ELEPHANT STALL UCS Fete 11th April

Items can be left at the school office Thank you

Laugh a Little! The early bird may get the

worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese

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Primary Sport It has been a busy couple of weeks of sport for UCS primary students. Last Wednesday Abby Wason, Molly Bryant, Daniel Potter and Josh Roscarel travelled to Tottenham with Mr Cattle for tennis. They played well, but were unfortunately beaten by a stronger team. We had 12 swimmers representing LLPSSA at the WSSA carnival last Friday. Congratulations Tess Henley, Ashton Ross, Darcy Langham, Tom Roscarel, Luke Cameron, Kadee Gerhard- Scali, Josh Roscarel, Angus Williams, Damian Batty, Daniel Potter, Colby Crofts and Kai Davies for your effort. Many of the students improved their previous times, some by over 10 seconds. On Monday our boys cricket team will be playing Parkes Public School here in Ungarie. Supporters are welcome to come along and watch the game which will begin at 10am. There are two Western Area trials next week. Daniel Potter will be attending the WSSA Basketball trials in Cowra, while Josh Roscarel and Daniel Potter will be trying out for the Western Cricket team in Dubbo. Good luck to all students who will representing UCS in the coming weeks. The West Wyalong AFL/Netball Gala Day will be held on 11th April.

Students will be receiving notes next week. Terrie Payne Primary sport

Secondary News!

Wow, what a busy time this term has become. Currently Year 7 & 8 and 9 & 10 have been working on reading articles on the topic of ‘should Australia get a new flag?’ This has raised great interest in many students and we are working together to write persuasive texts that support their own opinions. On Tuesdays and Thursdays Year 7 & 8 and 9 & 10 also work extensively on their grammar and punctuation skills, which is enabling them to become greater critical thinkers when it comes to literacy. Yr 11 English Studies are busy focussing on the literacy skills and finances required in order to move out of home. Yr 11 Standard English are busy working on their first assessment task; an essay, which is due on Monday, 18/3/2013 Yr 12 English Studies have changed topics and are now studying the wonders of the ‘Open Road’. They are considering the literacy skills required to understand the world of travel. Yr 12 Standard have just completed their Witness assessment task essay, so congratulations to them and we hope your marks are a true reflection of the work you invested. Yr 12 Advanced students are currently studying Kenneth Slessor’s poems ‘Elegy in a Botanic Garden’. They too have an assessment task due in on Monday 18/3/2013

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By John Lloyd The centre of the galaxy tastes like raspberries.

The Parent Literacy Night, held at the school on Tuesday Night was a success and well attended. The notes from the night can be found on the schools website: www.ungarie-c.schools.nsw.edu.au

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Head Teacher Secondary Studies News This week the first of our parent workshop on Literacy was held. This was a great informative night for all involved. This is the first of a series that we are looking at running throughout the year. The next one is a numeracy night and is being held on the 7th of May at 7.00pm for an hour. These nights are for ALL, there is not a specific primary or secondary focus. So please feel free to come along, to help with catering for supper if you could RSVP your name to the front office prior to the event. Watch this space and throughout the Humbug for further information. Information from the night including the PowerPoint has been placed on the school website. www.ungarie-c.schools.nsw.edu.au Next week trial HSC’s start. I wish our year 12 students all the best and remember, reward comes with effort and you will get out of these exams what you put into them. Positive Relationships, what are you doing at home to help your child develop these? We have been looking at these more closely in 7 – 10 PDH this week. This is an important conversation to have with your children. Talk about real life examples, how you have and continue to develop and maintain positive relationships, the qualities of them and how you have coped when having difficult conversations and the support mechanisms that you have used. These are important skills for our adolescents to continually develop. They will help them make more informed decisions and choices and ideally respond in more appropriate ways when faced with difficult situations. All the Best!! Mr Currey

HPV Vaccination for males 14-15yrs in Year 10 for 2013

Please be advised that, due to the way in which the Australian Government constructed the age eligibility for HPV vaccination for males in 2013, all males who are 14-15years of age, and who are in Year 10 are eligible to receive the free HPV vaccine at their GP during 2013 only. Only Year 9 boys are being vaccinated at schools. If you wish for your son to receive the free HPV vaccinations, while they are in the eligible age cohort they must have commenced the course before they turn 16 years and have completed the 3 dose course before the end of 2013.

It is important when making the GP appointment, the receptionist or nurse is informed of the reason for the visit and sufficient time is allowed (at least three working days) for the vaccine to be ordered and delivered to the GP.

If you would like more information about the HPV Vaccine you can visit the HPV Vaccination website or contact your local Publis Health Unit on 1300 066 055

Community News

Women’s Health Clinic Ungarie Community Health Centre

Tuesday 9th of April

Phone 69759102 for an appointment

Anglican Church Service Easter Sunday

31st March @11am

SRC Fundraiser- Spring Bulb Attached to student’s newsletter’s today, is

the SRC Spring Bulb catalogue & order form.

Orders & money are to be returned to the school office by Friday 5th April.

Community gardeners are welcome to view a catalogue in the office.

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Celebrate Autumn at the

Monday to Thursday Special

2 Large Pizza’s & a carton of beer stubbies for ONLY $67 - Save $16.

Like us on Facebook

Facebook.com/centralhotelungarie

Keep up to date with all the latest pictures and

news on our facebook page.

Mother’s Day - High Tea

Start licking your lips in anticipation for our annual

Mother’s Day High Tea. SUNDAY MAY 12th in the Marquee; there will be

mini treats for the ladies and kid’s activities to

entertain the little miss of the family. Keep an eye on this space for more details in the

coming weeks.

Rugby League Footy Tipping

Started THURSDAY 7th MARCH, it’s not too late to

join. Call today to register your interest.

AFL TIPPING STARTS FRI 22nd MARCH

In the Kitchen

Got a birthday coming up? Why not get us to help

make it even more special- Call today to discuss ideas

In the Bar

Well done to James, Sally, Kaine, Neil & Graham for

getting 10/10 in Round 1 of the league tipping

Ungarie Football and Netball

2013 Registration Day Saturday 16th March

4pm BBQ tea

LADIES A PLATE PLEASE

All players must be registered before they take the field or court

2013 Registration Fees Membership $30 All football & netball players 18years & over are to

be a member of our club.

Football Seniors $100 includes membership 17’s $30 14’s $20 12’s $20 Auskick $60 includes kit

Netball

Seniors 18yrs+ $100 includes membership

Juniors 11yrs to 17yrs $60

Netta 8yrs to 10yrs $50

Fun Netta Under 8yrs $35

Net Set Go pack $25 All Net Set Go players are to

be registered with NSW Netball

Already registered with NSW Netball $20

(please supply a copy of your receipt) plus

18yrs membership

Uniform deposit $50 ($30 refund on return)

If you are unable to attend the Registration Day

Please contact:

Netball- Raelene Murrells 0428266301

Football- Michelle Potter 0429726242

to arrange registration

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For Sale Mary Kay Specials

Purchase 1 Hand Care Kit for $69 and

receive 50% off the second

Purchase a Body Set (buffing cream, body wash &

moisturizer) for $85 and receive 50% off the second

Contact Kristy Whiley

0427605495

For Sale Small table and

two chairs. Paid $499 in

August, asking $299

Owned by Daph Ward

Phone Kristy 0427605495

UNGARIE

MARKET

DAY This Sunday 17th March

In the Park from 8.30am

Come along and set up your

own stall -if possible bring

your own table & chair

(some chairs will be

available)

SELL,SWAP or even GIVE

AWAY

any household or garden

treasures or craft items.

The CWA will be holding a

cake stall as well as a St

Patrick’s Day Raffle

Sausage Sizzle

Popcorn Machine

Reminder

Ungarie Butchery will be

closed next

Monday 18th March

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Mark your Calendar

11th April 4pm- 7pm

Ungarie Central School

FETE

An evening out for the whole family, packed with activities

White Elephant Stall Nail Painting

Jumping Castle Guessing Competitions

Cake Stall Chocolate Wheel Tattoos

and…. lots lots more

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Last Weekend’s Results Last Sunday Ungarie defeated West Wyalong Town 3 1/2 points to 2 ½ with aggregate being 63-63

Jim Dale def Rod Yandel 24-22 Tony Carr def J Opdam 24-12 Tony Bryant lost to K Minogue 15-29

Sunday 17th March Pennants v Temora Town (3) J Dale, Q Evans, L Pearson & S Bolton

T Carr, P Turner, R Hall & K Whiley

T Bryant, J Barron, R McKenzie & J de Rozario Reserve: Mick Apps Singles being played on Saturday 16th March J Dale v T Carr

Opera in the Park Gates open 6pm Friday 5th April Barnado Park West Wyalong Tickets available from West Wyalong Post Office and online at www.operainthepark.com.au BYO Chair. This event is non-smoking and glass free. Adults $35 Students & Pensioners $17 Family $90 Brought to you by:

Want to add some drama to your life? How about opera instead. Co Opera will be running a Choral Workshop on Thursday 4th April 6.30pm Practice sessions start soon! Participants will be invited to be part of the Co Opera performance of Revenge of the Bat in Barnado Park, West Wyalong on 5th April. Call Pat Redmond on 040 118 0427 ASAP - this is not an opportunity to be missed! www.operainthepark.com.au

Best Breaky in town! Every Sunday morning 7.30am till 9:30am

$5 (kids under 8, $3) All you can eat including Tea & Coffee

Thursday Night Happy Hour 6pm-7pm Friday Night Happy Hour 7pm- 8pm

Friday night dinner at the Bowlo Kitchen open 6pm- 8pm

Jackpot Draw Friday Nights

Went off to Barellan so $600 this week (Must be a member of the Ungarie Bowling Club

to participate and MUST be there to win)

Bar Duty: Alan Erwin

This project is supported by Arts NSW’s Country Arts Support Program, a devoted funding program administrated by Regional Arts NSW and local Regional Arts Boards on behalf of the NSW Government