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Term 4, Week 6 Wednesday, 12th November, 2014

Temora Public School

“A world of opportunities ~ inspiring success.” De Boos Street, Temora NSW 2666 School website: www.temora-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

T: (02) 6977 2877 F: (02) 6977 2132 Email: temora-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

From the Principal’s desk

Staff and students were honoured to have the Mayor of

Temora, Councillor Rick Firman spend the day at Temora

Public School on Wednesday.

Councillor Firman presented certificates to the Times Tables

Champions and a photography award to Kate Harper. Kate’s

photo of English elm trees was highly commended in the

primary section of the Regional Primary Industries

Photography Competition. Congratulations Kate.

The Mayor reminisced fondly about his days in primary school

and was able to recall the names of all his classes and

teachers. He told students that when he was in Kindergarten,

he and a friend became locked in the storeroom for half a day.

Emergency services were called to get them out!! Councillor

Firman explained that he spent a considerable amount of time

at T.P.S. standing in the corner as he talked too much! Maybe

he was practising for his future leadership role.

We certainly kept our Mayor busy with classroom visits, the

Visions of Temora presentation at the Town Hall, observation

of the Minilit program and participation in the Stage 3 sports

afternoon at T.H.S. It was wonderful to see how enthusiastic

the children were to ask questions and engage with Councillor

Firman. We were delighted that he dedicated a full day to

spend time at his old primary school.

Parents are advised that in 2015, there will be two school

development days at the beginning of the year. These days

will be Tuesday 27th and Wednesday 28th January. Students

in Years 1 to 6 will return on Thursday 29th January and

Kindergarten will start school on Monday 2nd February. Staff

from five local public schools will combine for a day of

professional learning. This extra development will take the

place of the one scheduled for the end of term 4, 2015.

This week we welcomed Miss Carly Byrne to Year 5/6

Firestone. Carly is studying teaching at Newcastle University

and will spend four weeks at Temora Public School.

Regards,

Sharon Reardon

Principal

Dates to remember

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Mr Firman delights the students in Kinder Crystal with a read-

ing of the story book “The very angry bear.”

Tues 18th Nov, * Operation Art in Wagga for selected

Stage 2 students

Wed to Fri, * Stage 3 excursion to Canberra

Fri 21st Nov

Fri 21st Nov * Operation Art in Wagga for selected

Stage 3 students

Mayor Rick Firman visits Temora P.S. for the day

Wed 12th Nov. * Mayor Rick Firman spends the day

at his old school T.P.S.

* 2/3G Visions of Temora project at

Town Hall, 11am

* Stage 3 sports gala day at THS

* Information sharing at Preschool /

KK

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Term 4, Week 6 Wednesday, 12th November, 2014

2015 Times Tables Championship

Year 3 champion –Will Dean

Year 4 champion—Sam Irvine

Year 5 champion—India Krause

Year 6 champion—Brianna Loader

Overall school champion—

Brianna Loader

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL

STUDENTS ON A BRILLIANT EFFORT!

The Mayor checks out what’s on offer at

the Snack Shack with Kaitlyn and Anna.

Lawn bowls has been a popular sport this term.

Swimming commences this week for all primary

students.

Remembrance day 2015

Dane and Zoe lay a wreath at the cenotaph

on behalf of our school community.

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Term 4, Week 6 Wednesday, 12th November, 2014

Assembly Awards Term 4 – Week 4 2014 Congratulations to our award winners this week

Class Student Awardees

K Crystal Mitchell H.; Larni W.; Kyla N.

K Diamond Chili B.

1 Amethyst Grace K.; Yorissa B.; Angus S.

1 Opal Sarah O.; Kai S.; Alana A.

2 Jasper Olivia O.; Taj T.; Jordan G.

2/3 Garnet Evie G.; Zoe H.; Trent M.

3/4 Sapphire Xaviar M.; William M.

4/5 Pearl Lachlan R.; Breanna D.

5/6 Firestone Marney H.; Harrison C.

5/6 Jewel Max G.; Sophie B.

FAIR PLAY AWARDS FIRST CERTIFICATE: Ethan G.

SECOND CERTIFICATE: Shania W.; Olivia O.; Kooper H.; Caitlyn W.; Jed D.

THIRD CERTIFICATE: Rhys W.; Kaitlyn S.; Riley N.

FIFTH CERTIFICATE: Megan N.; Tori A.; Billy C.

SIXTH CERTIFICATE: Emma L.; Lachlan G.; Will L.

SEVENTH CERTIFICATE: Ethan C.; Tom L.; Zoe H.; Byron G.

EIGHTH CERTIFICATE: Sammie S.

NINETH CERTIFICATE:

Sammie S.

We thank our sponsors for their

support in 2014:

Bunnings Warehouse; Col Perry Bus Co.; Goldenfields Water County Council;

Granleese & Co Solicitors; Hutcheon & Pearce; Mekah Electrical & Riverina Solar Power;

National Australia Bank; Paisley and Robertson; Rick Firmans Menswear;

Rotary Club of Temora Inc.; South West Fuel Centre Pty Ltd

Sureway Employment & Training Pty Ltd.; T & J Sailplane Services;

TEYS Australia/Jindalee Feedlot; Temora Ex-Services Memorial Club Ltd;

Temora Fuel Distributors; Temora Quilter—Sarah Lennon.

V.I. Matthews.

Assembly Awards Term 4 – Week 5 2014 Congratulations to our award winners this week

Class Student Awardees

K Crystal Liam B.; Mackensi K.; Riley S.

K Diamond Haryson McK.; Mia H.

1 Amethyst Roman T.; Marcus R.; Jazmin M.

1 Opal Lara C.; Hayley F.

2 Jasper Jorja W.; Roby B.; Wade M.

2/3 Garnet Halle P.; Bailey R.; Derrick N.

3/4 Sapphire Kody G.; Jayde S.

4/5 Pearl Ruby W.; Chantilly R.

5/6 Firestone Kyle F.; Tori A.

5/6 Jewel Nathan W.; Jack M.

Primary Swimming

Starts this week!!

Thursday 13th November.

Please pack swimmers, towel, sun screen,

money (if no season pass) plastic bag for

wet clothes

It’s time for Stocktake in the Library

No borrowing during December.

All books to be returned by Monday, 1st

December.

Please check everywhere. We all love the Library and like to

borrow. It is important that we get our books back so

everyone can read them.

Thank you Mrs N Williams, Librarian/RFF Teacher

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What’s happening @

Meal deals for the next two weeks are: (if you want certain flavoured drinks or ice blocks, please specify on your order) Meal Deal 1 $4.20 1 sausage roll 1 Prima fruitbox 1 ice cream cup Meal Deal 2 $5.70 1 chicken snack wrap 1 LOL 1 ice mony Meal Deal 3 $5.40 1 chicken and corn roll 1 flavoured milk 1 fandangle Thankyou Mrs B

Term 4, Week 6 Wednesday, 12th November, 2014

Timetables Finalists 2014 … Year 3: Will D.; Petrina W.; Emma L.; Xaviar M.; Alexander B. Kaitlyn S. Year 4: Sam I.; Liam S.; Megan N. Year 5: India K.; Nic. I.; Maddison S.; Kasey S.; Luke F.; Jackson M.; Jackson B.; Abby M.; Samuel Mac. Year 6: Brianna L.; Shania; Courtney McK.; Billy C.; Paige H.; Sarah S. The next round saw two winners from each year in Stage 2 and the two winners from each year in Stage 3 verse each other. The results were: Stage 2: Will D. Vs Sam I.: Stage 3: India k. Vs Brianna L. The finalists were decided in the grand championship round:

Brianna L vs Will D.

Our winner: Brianna L.

Congratulations to everyone, well done.

http://www.resourcesandenergy.nsw.gov.au/energy-consumers/financial-assistance/rebates/family-energy-rebate

Family Energy Rebate Applications are now open for the 2014-2015 Family Energy Rebate. The application submission deadline is Midnight 16 June 2015. The Family Energy Rebate (FER) helps NSW family households with dependant children to pay their electricity bills. In 2014-2015 the Family Energy Rebate gives eligible households a $150 credit on their electricity bill. If you live in a residential community (caravan or mobile home park), the 2014-2015 Family Energy Rebate is $165. Before applying for the 2014-2015 Family Energy Rebate • Lodge your tax return for 2013-2014 with the Australian

Tax Office. If you are not required to lodge a tax return, inform the Federal Department of Human Services(DHS); and

• Receive confirmation from DHS as to your eligibility/relevant payment for Family Tax Benefit (FTB) A or B for 2013-2014; and

• Ensure the person who is eligible for FTB is the applicant for FER; and

• Be an account holder of an electricity retailer, or, a long-term resident of a residential community (caravan or mobile home park), whose name appears on the electricity account for supply to her or his principal place

A big thank you to those parents who volunteered to help on the Temora Aviation Museum kiosk and the Community Expo BBQ. Thanks to the efforts of these volunteers, the P and C will receive $500 from the aviation museum along with a profit from the expo which is yet to be finalised. This money will be used to buy resources for our school. Thanks particularly to Larissa Francis, Soozi Reid and Anne Macauley for organising the rosters for these events.

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2014

SNAPSHOTS

Don’t forget to order your Snapshots.

The cost of the magazine will be $15. To order a copy, please fill out the order form below and return to school. Name: ________________________ Contact No.: _________________

Number of Magazines: ______________

Payment enclosed: _______________ Cash / Cheque (Payable to Temora Public School)

Send home with ________________________ in class ____________

I will pick up the Magazine at Presentation Day

Mini Survey (please return by 21st November)

What are your 3 favourite hot foods to order for lunch?

1. __________________________ 2. ___________________________ 3. __________________________

What are your 3 favourite snacks to get from the canteen at recess or lunchtime?

1. __________________________ 2. ___________________________ 3. __________________________

Are you happy with everything to do with the canteen? Any suggestions would be helpful!

____________________________________________________________________________________

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What do you use the canteen for mainly?

Lunch; recess; after lunch snacks; drinks. Other:____________________

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……. Name: _________________________________________ Class: _______________ A few lucky children will win a slushy just for handing back their survey!! Thank you for your help Mrs B