CHATHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL

STRIVE TO EXCEL

Find us at: 17-19 Chatham Ave, Taree NSW 2430

Ph: 02 6551 1081 Fax: 02 6551 2012 Email: chatham-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Thursday 28h June 2012

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

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Another term finished and how about the

weather! Our students have been very well

behaved considering the amount of time

they have been indoors due to the wet,

windy and cold weather.

A number of staff have been ill during this

term however we have been able to keep all

programs running with a minimum of inter-

ruption.

Student reports have been sent home for

you to look at. Due to some teachers being

away sick recently, these reports have gone

home on different days this week however

they will all go home by tomorrow except

for 3/4H which will be next term. If you

would like to discuss any aspect of your

child’s report please make an appointment

with their teacher. Please do not expect to

have a discussion without an appointment,

teachers have a responsibility to ensure

students are being cared for immediately

prior to school and at the end of the day.

They cannot stop to have “off the cuff” dis-

cussions.

This year has been a very busy one in re-

gards to staffing. We have appointed one

new Assistant Principal (Mrs Gray/Smith)

and four Class Room Teachers (Mrs Wells,

Miss Tyrie, Miss Anderson and Miss Harper).

This is a great example of how well Local

Schools Local Decisions can work for your

community as all of these teachers were

appointed through a process which identi-

fied teachers who bring skills specific to the

needs of our community.

As of this week, Mr Callow is on Long Ser-

vice Leave until Week 3 of next term and I

will be Acting Principal. I will be in that posi-

tion until Mr Callow returns on Thursday

IMPORTANT DATES

TOMORROW FRIDAY 29TH JUNE Last Day of Term 2

TUESDAY 17TH JULY First Day of Term 3

for students

THURSDAY 19TH JULY Discover Uni Day

WEDNESDAY 25TH JULY Buderus 7’s Rugby League

Competition

THURSDAY 26TH JULY PSSA Knockout Soccer

FRIDAY 27TH JULY Soccer Gala Day

WEEK 3 TERM 3 Education Week

WEDNESDAY 1ST AUGUST Backyard Footy

THURSDAY 23RD AUGUST School Photos

26th July. Mrs Wells will be taking the role of

Acting Assistant Principal. This is part of our

succession leadership plan which is driven by

the high number of teachers who will retire in

the next 3-5 years (approx. 50%).

The school has ordered another two Interac-

tive Whiteboards which will ensure every

mainstream class has access to these re-

sources.

Please ensure you are aware of where your

child is and what they are up to throughout

the holidays. This will ensure everyone has a

happy and safe holiday break.

Mrs Kayla Gray

Acting School Principal

Don’t forget to

listen to 2RE for what

has happened and

what is coming up at

our school.

Term 2 Issue 8

LAST DAY OF THIS

TERM IS TOMORROW

FRIDAY 29TH JUNE.

Jakson and Zak from 4G enjoy their challenge

of their construction project given to them by

their teacher Mrs Gay.

FIRST DAY OF NEXT TERM FOR TEACHERS IS MONDAY 16TH JULY(STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY)

FIRST DAY OF NEXT

TERM FOR STUDENTS IS

TUESDAY 17TH JULY.

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DEBATING

SPORTS REPORT

STAGE 3 REPORT

Lucky for the

beautiful weath-

er last week we

were able to

hold our track

event finals.

Congratulations to all of those students who made it to the

finals. Good luck to the first and second place getters who

get to go to zone next term on 10th August. You can see

all of the results on our school website.

Soccer - Our Boys Soccer Team will play their next game in the PSSA Knockout

against Tinonee on Thursday 26th July. There is then a Soccer Gala Day on Fri-

day 27th July.

Mrs Gray Sports Coordinator

Intensive Swimming Scheme

The Intensive Swimming Scheme will be held in weeks 8 & 9 of next term. All

positions have now been filled. A note regarding payment and other details will

be sent home early next term to those students who are participating in the pro-

gram.

Miss Harper - Swimming Coordinator

CATCH IT

Germs spread easily. Always carry tissues and use them to catch your cough or sneeze.

BIN IT

Germs can live for sev-eral hours on tissues. Dispose of your tissue as soon as possible.

KILL IT

Hands can transfer germs to every surface you touch. Clean your hands as soon as you can.

Please continue to collect your

Coles Vouchers. If you could please

keep them over the holidays and

bring them in to our school office

next term. Thank you.

If you could

please drop in

your Woolworths

Earn & Learn

stickers to the

school office by tomorrow. There is

a collection bin at Woolworths for

any stickers you collect after tomor-

row. Thank you.

Next Semester, Stage 3 will be participating in Murder

under the Microscope. In Murder under the Microscope,

students are presented with an eco-crime they must in-

vestigate. Working as a team, students study the issues

and crime sites, research the victims and villains and use

the clues provided by Catchment Headquarters (online

site) to try to solve the mystery. This is a highly engaging

way for out students to learn about science and the envi-

ronment while developing their team work skills. To learn

more go to http:/www.microscope.edu.au/

Mrs Goldie Stage 3 Teacher

Our Debating Team Milly Ryan, Teagan Phillips, Mikaylee

Towers, Priya Bourke and Debating Coordinator Mrs Wells,

have all put in a lot of time and effort for their recent com-

petitions against Laurieton Public School and Nambucca

Heads Public

School. Congratu-

lations to the

team on doing a

fantastic job, nar-

rowly being beat-

en in both of

their debates.

Mrs Wells

Term 2 has come and gone very quickly! I have been pleased

with the high standard of work which as been produced

throughout the Stage.

The students have been engaged in a wide variety of activities

and I congratulate them on their achievements. They have tak-

en part in many sporting activities such as the Athletics Carnival,

sport with Chatham High School, PSSA competitions and Gala

Days. The students enjoyed our trip on the “Tin Hare” and they

presented some great items at Monday Assemblies.

Once again, I am very pleased with the high number of Stage 2

students who do the right thing and are always in FULL School

Uniform.

In Term 3, the students will be working on the COGS Unit,

“Living in Communities”. Obviously, they will also be keeping

up to date with events from London and learning about the

Olympic Games.

Half yearly reports were sent home this week except for 3/4H

which will be next term. Please remember to make an appoint-

ment with your child’s teacher if you need to talk about any

aspect of the report or your child’s schooling. I would like

take this opportunity to thank Miss North, Mrs Gay, Ms Hardy,

Mr McKenzie, Mr Copp and Miss Morris for their help and

support throughout the term.

I look forward to seeing you all again throughout the term.

Have a happy holiday.

Mr McCleary Assistant Principal/Stage 2 Coordinator

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EDUCATION WEEK

STAGE 1 MUSIC

HORSERIDING PROGRAM

Last Tuesday morning children in Years 3 & 4 participated in

gardening and environment activities with representatives

from Bunnings Taree. The morning began with a short talk

about composting and worm farms. Children were then in-

volved in planting a variety of vegetables donated by Bun-

nings. It was a very enjoya-

ble and informative morn-

ing for those involved and

we thank Bunnings for

their generous donation of

time and plants.

Mrs Ashwell - Coordinator

BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE

Recently many Chatham

Public School students

had the opportunity to

participate in a horse

riding program at the

RDA venue on The

Lakes Way. All students

had a fantastic time

riding and pampering

the horses.

STAGE 2 REPORT

AWARDS

Education Week is next term in Week 3. There will be some

different events happening including a Book Fair. It will take

place on the Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in Education

Week. A note will go home early next term with details.

Our school has been fortunate to be chosen to participate in

a music program sponsored by the Australian Children’s Mu-

sic Foundation, founded by Don Spencer. Starting Term 3,

Michael Eyb, a local drum and music teacher, will be working

with classes K-2 each Wednesday on percussion and drum-

ming activities. The program will fund the music teacher and

will allow us to purchase a variety of instruments. Sessions

will be approximately half an hour. Look forward to enjoy

some wonderful percussion and

drum performances from these

children.

Mrs Ashwell Coordinator

Amanda Ballard

Blake Dumas

Chloe Hammond

Christopher Jones

Harmony Burton

Jack Lamborn

Jade Dargan

Jordan James

Kurt Fowles

Lee Single

Liam Boynton

Macy James

Marylyn Sendah

Natasha Waller

Paige Harris

Tarron Phillips

Chloe Hammond

Jordan James

Silver Gold

OFFICE NEWS

Please notify the school office as soon as possible

if your child’s details have changed. This includes

address, phone numbers, health related matters

and emergency contacts. It is vital that this infor-

mation is kept up to date for your child’s well be-

ing and safety.

If you have a jumper at home that does not be-

long to your child, could you please return it to

the school office as soon as possible. Could you

also please ensure that all of your child’s school

clothing is clearly labelled with their name (on the

inside of the collar for jumpers or inside the waist

band for pants is a good place).

Please take this opportunity of the school holi-

days to check your child for headlice and if there

is evidence of them, please treat appropriately.

Thank you

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

CHATHAM NEWSAGENCY

A SAFETY REMINDER

Please remember the 40km/hr school zone speed limit.

To increase motorists’ awareness of the school speed limit, triangular dragon’s teeth road mark-ings are painted on the road to indicate that you are entering a school zone.

OUR NEXT P&C MEETING

MONDAY 30th July

7pm in the VC Room

Kristy Hay P&C President

CANTEEN NEWS

CANTEEN ROSTER

Mon 7 Staff Development Day

Tues 17 July T.Doran

Wed 18 July M.Martin

Thurs 19 July J.Sowter

Fri 20 July S.Innes L.Saunders

Mon 23 July T.Barnett

Tues 24 July Veronica

Wed 25 July J.Conley

Thurs 26 July N.Elliott

Fri 27 July S.Innes L.Saunders

Mon 30 July M.Masters

Tues 31 July T.Doran

Wed 1 Aug M.Martin

Thurs 2 Aug J.Sowter

Fri 3 Aug S.Innes L.Saunders

The canteen will not be taking recess or lunch orders tomorrow, Friday 29th June. The canteen will be operating but with minimal items availa-ble to purchase.

Winter Menu will continue next term!

Enjoy your break!

Mrs Minetta Page - Canteen Supervisor

Hunter Region National Parks has Discovery

Walks,Talks and Tours. On Wednesday 4th July 1pm-

3pm is a “Rainforest Ramble”. Cost $10 per person.

Ph 02 4984 8200 to make a booking and for info.

Monkey Mayhem Vacation Care Program - Great

activities planned for these school holidays. Ph 6551

8577 or 0409 177 594 for details.

Hunter Festival of Sport - 30th June to 15th July 2012

A full program can be found at www.hfos.com.au

You can ph 4926 4892 for information.

Greater Taree July School Holiday Program - Lots of

great activities over the school holidays. Bookings

essential. Phone your local library for details.

SCIENCE & ENGINEERING DAY

KNITTING CLUB

P&C NEWS

A Knitting Club was

established this term

at Chatham Public

School. Members got

together most recess

times to create some

beautiful items.

It is unsure whether it will continue next term !!

Hope you have your entries in !!!!

By simply wearing your school hat, you could get a ticket

from one of our teachers and go into the draw for your

chance to win a brand new bike helmet and a fantastic

gift basket donated by Chatham Newsagency.

Good Luck!!

It will be drawn tomorrow at our assembly.

Participants in the recent

Midcoast Science & Engi-

neering Challenge Dis-

covery Day were Tom

Kempe, Stanley Tan, Jay-

den Patterson and Da-

mon Lewis. They had a

great day participating in

the challenges of the competitive activities involving principles

of science, engineering and technology.