Coorabell Public SchoolCommunity Newsletter
Always Do Your Best
Coorabell P.S. is a proud member of Lighthouse Valley Learning Community
Mango Lane, Coorabell NSW 2479 t: 02 6684 7281 f: 02 6684 7161w: www.coorabell-p.schools.nsw.edu.au e: [email protected]
Principal: Mr Geoff Coghlan
We are a nut aware school
To Be Considerate, To Be Positive, To Be Safe, To Be A Learner
INFORMATION VALUE OF THE WEEK P.B.L.
Term 2 Week 6 - Monday 29th May, 2017
CARE Care for yourself, others and the environment
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
Edie, Eden, Tanika & Ysa representing us in great spirit!
Congratulations to Edie, Eden, Tanika and Ysa who represented Coorabell, combined small schools and the Brunswick Valley in fine style at the Far North Coast Cross Country Carnival last Friday. Well done girls!
Class 2/3 and 5/6 have been rehearsing the house down in preparation for the Far North Coast Dance Festival to be held this Wednesday at the Gold Coast Arts Centre. This festival is a wonderful opportunity for these Coorabell kids to experience the big lights in front of an audience of over 1,000. Good luck kids!
It is with great sadness that I need to let you know that unfortunately Graham Jessup passed away last weekend. Graham was a tremendous teacher and artistic mentor to so many children over the years at Coorabell and many other schools in our region. He established a fantastic film making initiative called The Lucinda Project. Graham had an incredible ability to bring out every child’s creative flair which was showcased each year at a black tie Lucinda Movie Matinee where each of the school’s films were shown in front of a packed theatre audience. On behalf of the entire Coorabell School Community and the thousands of children he inspired in other schools I would like to give my sincere condolences to Graham’s family and friends.
Huge thank you to Lisa (Freya’s mum) who has generously given up her time each Friday morning to work with Year 5 and then Year 6 in
Apart from giving the students an insight into the media around them, Mr Jessup said he enjoyed seeing the schools come together.
Vale Graham
emotional wellbeing. In the first two weeks we have learnt about being our own best friend (where I always thought I was my own worst enemy). Last week the children and I learnt about validation which is a powerful way of ensuring that children and adults alike feel good (continued over page)
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POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR LEARNING This week we are focusing on
the SANDPIT
UPCOMING EVENTS!TERM 2
May 31 Far North Coast Dance Festival Class 2/3 & Class 5/6Jun 29 VOSS Athletics Carnival 30 LAST day Term 2
TERM 3
Jul 17 FIRST day Term 3 28 Gymnastics - 8 week programAug 6-11 Canberra/Ski Trip (Yr 5 & Yr 6) 28 Life EducationSept 5 School Photo Day 20 NORPA ‘The Arrival’ (Yr 3-6) 22 LAST day Term 3
TERM 4Oct 9 FIRST day of Term 4Dec 15 LAST day of Term 4
NO Friday Assembly this weekNext School Assembly will be on FRIDAY Term 2
Week 7 - Commences at 1.45pm
9th June, 2017
Kindergarten will present a class item.
The Year 5/6 students will lead the assembly.
ALL PARENTS WELCOME.
BUS INFORMATIONWetzler School Bus Phone numbers:
Ken - 0428847098
Denise - 0427847098
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about themselves and value their strengths. This is an easy but highly beneficial outlook and something that I wish to introduce school wide as it fits in with our overall culture of happiness and appreciation of individual differences. Thank you Lisa!
Stukulele and I have been discussing a way of encouraging each Coorabell student to practice for a few minutes each day on their ukulele at home if they have one. Stu feels that many children don’t really play outside of his Friday lessons. We are looking to purchase another set of ukuleles for the school and therefore plan to sell our current ukuleles to any family who doesn’t have one at home for $10. To inspire parents to get involved in encouraging their children to practice or even join them themselves, Stukulele is putting on a special ukulele night for all parents and students on Wednesday June 21. Stay posted for time and place!
Massive thank you to Mr Keylock’s 4/5 class who presented a terrific special Sorry Day item at last Friday’s assembly.
Congratulations also to all of Class 5/6 who happened to be doing a fitness activity called The Beep Test as I walked across the tennis court. This was an exemplary display of Coorabell fitness and determination as I saw ten children reach the elite level 10 in the one class. I was highly impressed, as usually only one or two students at best reach Level 10 or beyond. Yet another great example of healthy body, healthy mind.
Good luck to all the students who will be sitting the Digital Technology component of the ICAS (International Competitions and Assessments for Schools) today and the Science component tomorrow.
Welcome to Bill who will be replacing Al as our General Assistant at Coorabell.
Big thank you to Collette, Alex, Sybil and Azriel who have all put their hands up to cover library books. The massive pile of new books has almost disappeared. Thanks again!
Many thanks
Geoff Coghlan
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ASSEMBLY AWARDS - 26/5/17Kindergarten: Rafi:- for being a good listener and working well independently in all subject areas; Luka:- for being a focused class member who has worked really hard to improve his reading level; Reggie:- for continually challenging himself and others in Maths with pleasing results; Marlu:- for working hard to sound out unknown words needed for his writing.
Year 1: Ella:- for an outstanding diagram explaining how rain gets to the sea; Hugh:- for making insightful contributions to class discussions; Coco:- for working hard on her reading; Uma:- for showing a deep understanding of the feelings of others; Abbey:- for still working hard on her handwriting; Asher:- for being organised and solving problems.
Year 2/3: Stella:- for achieving fantastic results in dance practice; Alifie:- for consistent hard work in class and exceptional behaviour; Jasper:- for being switched on for all tasks and working hard.Year 3: Noah:- being a wonderful helper and always doing his best; Silan:- excellent application in Ukulele. Excellent presentation; Archie:- an interseting and well presented procedure; Georgie:- excellent application in all KLA’s.
Year 4/5: Asher:- for his focus on completing classroom work and activities; Anouk:- for kindness and flexibility when working with others; Caleb:- presentation skills - using a variety of resources; Jesua:- for kindness and flexibility when working with others.
Year 5/6: Belle:- excellent peer support; Tanika:- excellent writing & publishing; Annabel:- excellent focus, skills, drive, sportsmanship & dedication in sports; Sam:- excellent 5/6 leadership; Ben:- knowledge about atoms & molecules in science.
SRC Value Award - RESPECTJasper, Alessia, Mia, Anouk, Tia
Far North Coast Dance Festival permission note & money ($35) now due.
Year 6 Ski Trip - keep those instalments rolling in, final payment due by 21/7.
Student Resources payment now due. ($85 per child)
Voluntary Contribution now due $45 per child or $80 per family.
Ukulele Term 1, 2, 3 & 4 Tuition fee due - $25 per term due (or pay $100 for the year).
IMPORTANT
Please make sure notes and money are forwarded in a sealed envelope with correct money and marked with child’s name & activity. Your child should put the money in their class box rather than delivering it directly to the office. DON’T forget you can pay on-line at www.coorabell-p.schools.nsw.
edu.au
REMINDERS MISSING
Has anyone seen Coco’s (Year 1) monkey? He came to school with Coco and he may have been keen to have a play date at someone’s house. He is a very special monkey for Coco so if you’ve seen him please tell him it’s time to go home as Coco is missing him to bits! He won’t be
in trouble!
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PARENT ACTION SYMBOLParents - this symbol is an easy way to identify what you need to action this
week.
CLASS NEWS
COMMUNITY NEWS
Chiara (Year 5/6) ran into the classroom after lunch last Thursday and caught this little guy. She was really quick to spot it and amazing that she caught it. He must have wanted his photo taken
for the newsletter, so here it is!
Newrybar Fireworks & Fair
Bonfire, Hot Food, Cakes & DessertsRaffles, Tombola, Glow Sticks, Rides, Laser Tag, Face Painting
SATURDAY 17TH JUNE GATES OPEN 4PM
NEWRYBAR PUBLIC SCHOOL 10 BROKEN HEAD RD, NEWRYBAR
FIREWORKS: 7.30 PM
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COMMUNITY NEWS
COMMUNITY NEWS
DISCO
Please come to our Superhero disco to support us in raising funds to replace equipment that was lost during the flood.
Snacks & drinks will be available to purchase. Restaurant will be open for parents to enjoy a meal whilst the kids dance the night away. A parent /guardian will be required to remain inside the club at all times.
HEALTH ADVICE
Head LiceWe have had more reported incidence of head lice at school this week. Can everyone please check their children and treat if necessary.
At a glance:-
- They don’t care if the hair is short or long, clean or dirty.
- The best and cheapest way to remove them is with inexpensive conditioner and a nit comb.
- You will need to re-treat your kids several times before all the eggs will be gone.
For more information on treatment you can visit the NSW Governments website at:
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/headlice/Pages/treatment.aspx
P&C NEWSPENCIL THE BELOW DATES IN...
These not to missed affairs are coming in fast...
-----P&C MEETING TOMORROW-----AGENDA ITEMS
* Calendar Finalisation including:- School Fete
- School Campout- Children’s Art Expo
- Walkathom- Working Bee
* Fund-raising Strategy - Targets/Dates/Committees Finalised* Sushi/Canteen Update - trial wins…Jeremy?
* Finalisation of Safe on Social (social media and safety) seminar dates* Enrolment Issue Update
DATE TIME EVENT LOCATIONTERM 216 June 3-6pm School Disco
- DJ PobCoorabell
School23 June 7pm - late Trivia Night
- Adults onlyCoorabell
Hall30 July 9am - 12pm Working Bee Coorabell
School
STAY IN TOUCH WITH THESCHOOL COMMUNITY
NEWSWe love to keep in touch. The P&C is keen to
keep the community updated with news, please email us at [email protected] so we
can add you to our distribution list. Also do like us on facebook at
Coorabell Public School P&C Association.
Working Bee Picasso’s
P&C NEWS
CHILD NAME CHILD NAME CHILD NAME
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CLASS (please circle) CLASS (please circle) CLASS (please circle) K 1 2/3 3 4/5 5/6 K 1 2/3 3 4/5 5/6 K 1 2/3 3 4/5 5/6
___ Tuna @ $5 = $___ ___ Tuna @ $5 = $___ ___ Tuna @ $5 = $___
___ Veg @ $4 = $___ ___ Veg @ $4 = $___ ___ Veg @ $4 = $___
Total $_____ Total $_____ Total $_____
Family TOTAL = $_______
I WANT MY CHILD(REN) TO HAVE THE SAME ORDER FOR THE LAST 3 MONDAY’s OF TERM TWO ( 5, 19 & 26 June)
I enclose 5 x $_____ = $______
-----DISCO COMPETITION-----SUGGEST THE THEME AND WIN TWO TICKETS
What theme would you like to have at the disco? Magic? Flouro? Here’s your chance!Name your idea below, cut it out and deliver to the rainbow P&C letter box in the office.
Winner announced June 7.
CHILD NAME THEME IDEA
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P&C NEWS-----TIME TO ACT : FOR OUR KIDS-----
The Mullum Network of Parents and Citizens (P&C’s) are concerned that the Federal Government’s proposed changes to educational funding will result in our local Public Schools in the Brunswick Valley losing up to $1.2 Million in total funding over 2018 and 2019.Parents, carers and concerned citizens are urged to show their support for the promised full GONSKI funding by joining us in front of Mullum-bimby High School :
Friday 2nd June at 10am Speak up for your kids!
Wear something green in support of the promised full delivery of GONSKI and true and fair, needs based educational funding for our schools. Find out what your school stands to lose under the Federal Government’s fund-ing proposal.
Mullum Network of P&C’s Mullumbimby High
Mullumbimby PublicBrunswick Heads Public
Durrumbul Public Coorabell Public
Ocean Shores PublicThe Pocket Public
Wilsons Creek PublicMain Arm Upper Public
SEE YOU THERE
-----CANTEEN ORDERS-----Spaghetti bolognaise with grated cheeese and a homemade flap jack went very well on Friday! Over80 children nibbled the tasty nosh. We are back to homemade pizza and a sweet treat this Friday!
Sushi Monday is growing in popularity with Doma knocking up 62 rolls for our lunch. End to end that’s5.5 metres!
WK 1 ~ Homemade Pizza (ham or margherita ~ (2 June, 23 June) WK 2 ~ Butter Chicken or Garden vegetable curry with poppadom ~ (9 June, 30 June) WK 3 ~ Spaghetti Bolognaise or Vegetable Pasta ~ (16 June)
IMPORTANT NOTES
There will always be extra meals of both meat and vegetarian options so:
1) For the pizza week, there will be plenty of each, so if a child who doesn’t like ham can have margherita withoutneeding a special order. So you can put meat or veg as preference with fluidity on the day.
2) Parents can drop by and have lunch at the school ..... the odd few .... if we like the FRIDAY FORMAL idea thenwe can order ahead to include parents.
CHILD NAME CHILD NAME CHILD NAME
CLASS (please circle) CLASS (please circle) CLASS (please circle)
K 1 2/3 3 4/5 5/6 K 1 2/3 3 4/5 5/6 K 1 2/3 3 4/5 5/6
MEAT / VEG (circle pref.) MEAT / VEG (circle pref.) MEAT / VEG (circle pref.)
Canteen Days (please circle): Canteen Days (please circle): Canteen Days (please circle):
2Jun 9Jun 2Jun 9Jun 2Jun 9Jun
16Jun 23Jun 30Jun 16Jun 23Jun 30Jun 16Jun 23Jun 30Jun
ALL 5 ALL 5 ALL 5
Total canteen @ $6 = Total canteen @ $6 = Total canteen @ $6 =
Family TOTAL = $
My child(ren) listed above, may receive canteen food should they not be on the list and not have packedlunch.VEG ONLY / MEAT ALLOWED (please circle)
Signed by parent Parent name Date
