W a u c h o p e P u b l i c S c h o o lPrincipal: Cameron OsborneWaugh Street, Wauchope NSW 2446Ph: 02 6585 2277E: wauchope-p.school@det.nsw.edu.auWeb: https://wauchope-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/

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Thursday 11 April ☼ Australian Circus Show

☼ P&C Meeting - 6:30pm

Friday 12 April ☼ Easter Hat Parade

K-2 - 9:25am

☼ 50cent Tuck Shop K-2 - 10:30am, 3-6 - 11:15am

☼ P&C Easter Raffle

Thursday 25 April ☼ Wauchope ANZAC March -

10:20am

Monday 29 April ☼ School Development Day

Tuesday 30 April ☼ Term 2 commences for all

students

Friday 3 May ☼ School ANZAC Service K-2 -

9:15am, 3-6 - 10:00am

Monday 6 May ☼ Mother’s Day Stall

Wednesday 22 May ☼ School Photos K-2 and Special

Education

Thursday 23 May ☼ School Photos Years 3-6

Term 1 Week 11 NewsletterThursday

11 April 2019

This IssueCalendar P. 1

Canberra Excursion P. 2P&C News P. 4

Community News P. 4/5

Anzac Day Assembly and March

I am inviting Wauchope Public School students to march with WPS staff at the Wauchope Town Anzac Ceremony march on Thursday 25 April. Please note that this is during the second week of the school holidays. We ask that all children are in full school uniform with correct school hat please. Last year we had a large number of children march and I was incredibly proud of those children who gave up their time. Anzac Day is a very special day and is very important in Australia’s culture and history. I know the returned servicemen and Wauchope community love seeing our children participate on this day. We will meet near the Thai restaurant from 10:20am.I will once again host a thank you BBQ for those WPS students who participate.WPS will hold our Anzac Day assembly on Friday 3 May.

SnapshotsThese were distributed on Monday. Please discuss the one page assessment of your child’s effort and attitude across a range of areas. Please have a pep talk about what areas you would like to see your child improve in before the Semester 1 reports go home at the end of Term 2. If you did not receive a Snapshot please contact your child’s class teacher.Canberra Excursion

The children had a wonderful time in Canberra. They would have been tired on Friday evening. I loved seeing the photos on Facebook and I’m sure the parents enjoyed this also. A massive thank you to Mrs Gowan who did another brilliant job of coordinating the excursion. It takes hours upon hours to coordinate an event as large as this. Special thanks also to Ms Best, Miss Whiteoak, Mrs

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Newell, Mrs Gowan and Mr Geary for being on 24 hour duty last week. I’m sure all the parents appreciated you leaving your loved ones and putting your life on hold so the boys and girls could have this experience.Cross Country Carnival

Congratulations boys and girls for your participation on Monday. We have some great runners at our school. Special congratulations to Mr Sallustio for coordinating another very smooth carnival. Thank you all staff for your team effort also. It was great that many parents could come along and watch their children.Circus

The excitement at WPS today has been at fever pitch. I was relieved when they didn’t unload any lions or elephants. The children loved the performance this morning. Thank you Mrs Moore for coordinating this.

Teddy Bears Picnic

Kindergarten children and their teachers had a great day last Friday. The children had a beary fun day!WOOSH Vacation Care – Change of venueDue to work commencing on Block 4 over this holiday period we are moving the P&C WOOSH facility to the building that faces Campbell Street for the second week of the holidays eg. 23, 24 and 26 April. Parents may use the semi-circle driveway to drop off and collect their children. Please do not use the entrance on Waugh Street, for your safety.Bronze AssemblyWe will have our Bronze assemblies in Week 2. Parents should receive an invitation on Tuesday 30 April if their child is receiving an award. Please note children may earn their Bronze at the end of Week 1 so these students obviously would receive a late invitation. The times are the usual assembly days and times. Parents are most welcome to attend. School UniformThank you to all parents for your support with our school uniform and hats. Visitors to our school have commented on how good our students look. Our children take pride in being part of our team and wearing our school uniform with pride. It is now quite obvious the only children not wearing the correct hats are those who act out and are seeking negative attention.

P&C MeetingEveryone is welcome to attend tonight’s P&C meeting. The meeting will commence at 6:30pm in the staffroom. Please note the new earlier starting time.Mother’s Day StallThe P&C will run their famous Mother’s Day stall on Monday 6 May. Students should receive a note in the first week next term.School PhotosK-2 Photos and Special Education will be on Wednesday 22 May and 3-6 and special photos will be on Thursday 23 May. School Holiday SecurityIf you see any people in our school grounds acting suspiciously can you, please contact the police. Please talk to your children about not being on school grounds over the holiday period please. SportCongratulations to Molly and Maggie L who have been selected in the Hastings/Camden Haven netball team. They will now trial for the Lower North Coast team on May 7 in Kempsey.Wauchope Wonder Winners Week 10

Congratulations to last week’s Wauchope Wonder WinnersStage 1 - Amira and PoppyStage 2 - Olivia and RyderStage 3 - Tyler and ErinSpecial Education - Kyla

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As the cooler seasons approach please try to ensure your child wears a blue jumper to school. With your support our school students will continue to look great.Happy HolidaysOn behalf of everyone at WPS I’d like to wish all of our families a relaxing and safe school holiday period. Kindergarten have completed one term of schooling already. It only feels like yesterday that they commenced their educational journey. They have made a great start!Other Term 1 highlights have been the Swimming carnivals, Parent Information evenings, Lasiandra Festival, Netball Gala day, Year 6 Canberra excursion, Public Speaking competitions, Young Leaders conference, Teddy Bears Picnic, Cross Country carnival, PSSA Sport, Cubby House opening and the Easter Hat Parade/50 cent Tuck Shop/Easter raffle (tomorrow), Term 2Staff return to school for a School Development Day on Monday 29 April and students return on Tuesday 30 April.

Cameron OsborneCross Country Carnival

On Monday our annual Cross Country carnival was held down at Andrews Park. Students can be congratulated on their level of participation, with all students making an effort to complete the course.

There were some amazing results with many students performing above their own expectations. Congratulations go to the students of Gordon house who were winners on the day with Lawson in second place followed by Kendall and then Paterson.

Age winners and placegetters include:8/9yrs girls: 1st – Bella W, 2nd – Lucy S, 3rd – Candice C, 4th – Macy K8/9yrs boys: 1st - Flynn M, 2nd – Darryl I, 3rd – Kyden W, 4th - Riley M10yrs girls:1st – Olivia H, 2nd – Grace D, 3rd – Aylia L, 4th - Tahniesha D10yrs boys:1st – Axl P, 2nd – Kayden D, 3rd – Toby N, 4th – Flynn D11yrs girls:1st – Lilyelle A, 2nd – Chloe M, 3rd – Lily B, 4th – Samara F11yrs boys:1st – Zac L, 2nd – Tyler J, 3rd – Jacob H, 4th - Preston C12/13yrs girls:1st – Evie G, 2nd – Brianna B, 3rd – Tiana D 4th – Charlotte H12/13yrs boys:1st – Johnothan S, 2nd – Preston O, 3rd – William N, 4th – Brock CAWD1st – Jai JAll students that placed 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th have qualified for the Lower North Coast Cross Country Carnival to be held at Kempsey next term.Mr Sallustio

Australian Government assistance for National Capital ExcursionYear 6 students from our school have recently returned from an educational tour of the national capital. While on this tour they participated in a variety of educational programmes focused on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy as well as scientific and sporting activities.The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit their National Capital as part of their civics and citizenship education. To assist in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian Government is contributing funding of $30.00 per eligible student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate (PACER) programme toward the travel expenses incurred. This contribution is paid directly to the school upon completion of the excursion.We would like to thank the Australian Government for their support of this program. Some of the activities enjoyed by the students included Questacon, New Parliament House, Old Parliament House, Institute of Sport, Australian War Memorial, Dinosaur Museum, the Botanical Gardens, Film and Sound Archives, CSIRO and the Deep Space Telecommunications Centre.Students who attended were a credit to their school showing outstanding co-operation and behaviour at all the venues we visited. They thoroughly enjoyed the activities and gained a vast array of knowledge about our democratic system, our national capital and a plethora of other exciting topics.Sharon Gowan - Year 6 Excursion OrganisingTeacher

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P&C NewsWe need you!Treasurer Position Vacant Role includes:• Attending P&C meetings• Co-signing cheques• Electronic bank funds• Transfer preparation and co- signing• Banking cash from fundraising events - (shared role with other committee members)• Basic reconciliation in Xero accounting system• Prepare and read out basic reports for monthly meetings.All training provided - plus you will get to know some great local parents and community members and help out your child/ childrens school. P&C Reminders• P&C meeting is Thursday 11 April commencing at 6.30pm in the staffroom. • Don’t forget the Easter Hat Parade - Friday morning for K-2.• All families are invited to make a cake or sweet treat

donation towards the Tuck Shop stall being held on Friday. Please drop all goodies to the Computer Lab. Volunteers are welcome to assist at the Tuck Shop set up from 9.30am.• Woosh Vacation Care - limited vacancies left with some fun activities and excursions planned and all inclusive fees. Call Alex on 0412 852 441 quickly as spaces are strictly limited!WOOSH NewsApril School HolidaysWOOSH is running the vacation care program from Monday 15 April to Thursday 18 April. We are closed Good Friday - 19 April and Easter Monday - 22 April. Opening Week 2 Tuesday 23 April, Wednesday 24 April and Friday 26 April, closed Thursday 25 April. We also offer the pupil free day Monday 29 April.Please give Alex a call on 0412 852 441 to place your childs name on the required days.

Netball News

On Tuesday 9 April, three of our year 6 girls tried out for the Hastings, Camden Haven PSSA team. Calleigh, Molly and Maggie worked really hard on the day. Congratulations to Maggie and Molly L as they made it to the next stage and will be trying out for the Lower North Coast Team in Kempsey.Well done girls and good luck for the next phase.Mrs Rock

Community News

Aboriginal Health Careers Expo 6 June 2019 - 10am - 2pm

Slim Dusty Centre, Kempsey

The Aboriginal Health Careers Expo is an interactive Careers Expo for Indigenous students in years 9, 10, 11 and 12. Our aim is to encourage students to consider a career in health, what that looks like and how to achieve it.

Workshops during the Expo give students a chance to:

Meet health care professionals from a range of areas, including nursing and midwifery, medicine, paramedics, physiotherapy and occupational therapy, social work and Aboriginal health

Participate in fun and interactive activities such as delivering a baby using patient simulation dummies, muscle and bone workshops for physiotherapy and occupational therapy, nursing and paramedics hands-on workshops.

Video highlights from the 2017 Aboriginal Health Careers Expo can be viewed on YouTube https://youtu.be/9Hzh2qnI8y8

Artwork produced by Gumbaynggir artist Brentyn Lugnan

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