PBL (Positive Behaviour Learning)

During the coming weeks we will be reinforcing our PBL Core Values and building our class rockets by collecting stars for demonstrating responsible, respectful and safe behaviours around our school. We look forward to our first rocket blasting off ………10..9..8..7..6…………

Anzac Day Celebrations On Tuesday 29th the children participated in our school Anzac Day Service. As in other years, several members of the RSL attended our service. We are very grateful for their support and participation. The service was led by the captains, vice captains and prefects of the school. Children who represented their class on the SRC laid a wreath on behalf of their class. The service was conducted with great respect and dignity. Well done to our School leaders.

Asthma Awareness Day

is tomorrow Tuesday 6th May.

The SRC will be selling grey ribbons for $1.00 each.

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Student Banking Wednesdays

On behalf of the Canowindra RSL Sub Branch, I would like to thank Canowindra Public School for taking part in the Anzac Day march and laying a wreath at the service. It was great to see so many children marching with us down the main street to Memorial Park. Thank you to all the staff and parents for their support on Anzac Day. Also thank you for the invitation to attend your Anzac day service at school. The members of the sub branch who attended were very proud to be there for the service. Well done Canowindra Public School.

Mike Harrison

President Canowindra RSL Sub Branch

SPECIAL MENTIONS

INFANTS ASSEMBLY

Principals Awards Kindergarten B Georgia Kennedy for excellent application Kindergarten J Brock Sharp for fantastic improvement in reading Year 1 Jack Fardell for huge improvement in reading Year 1/ 2 Tyler Starr for excellent progress in reading Year 2 Bella Gordon for excellence in spelling

Behaviour Awards Kindergarten B David Britt Kindergarten J Darius Carpenter Year 1 Cameron Walker Year 1/ 2 Emily Thomas Year 2 Raph Cuddy

Class Awards Kindergarten B Jonathon Coleman for good application to tasks Kindergarten J Hayden Stewart for being a responsible class mate Year 1 Zaine Mason for improved listening and reading Year 1/ 2 Ellie Newcombe for excellent progress in reading Year 2 Jacob Bezett for a great start to the term

PBL Awards Kindergarten B Sophie Thomas for always being respectful to others Kindergarten J Adian Woods for always being ready to start the day Year 1 Hartley Grimshaw Listens/speaks politely to peers in class Year 1/ 2 Lachlan Sunderland displaying great sportsmanship

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Lost Property

School Jacket Size 8 with the name Rogers in red near the zipper, if found please send in to the office.

Primary Cross Country

The Primary Cross Country was held on the last Thursday of Term 1. Although the weather wasn’t perfect and it drizzled on and off the entire morning, the students didn’t let that bother them. Congratulations to all students who participated, you all put in a fantastic effort. Also, a big thank you to all the parents who helped on the day. Without your support these events wouldn’t run so smoothly. Below are the results of the top 6 students in each age group who will be going on to District Cross Country in Koorawatha, on Monday June 2nd.

8/9 Year Girls 10 Year Girls 11 Year Girls 12/13 Year Girls Kyra Fisher Amber Johnson Josie Mitchell Ashlee Hampton Eden Hawker Caitlin Kinsella Ella Andrews Lara Hawker Kaelyn Coker Minenhle Ncube Claire Wright Dakota Howell Letitia Andrew Katie Berkrey Faith Gaffey Taylah Cahill Letisha Woods Rhian Pengilly Alana Smith Teea Porter Laura Kerr Julia Wright 8/9 Year Boys 10 Year Boys 11 Year Boys 12/13 Year Boys Deegan Hogan Cayless Dunn Pedro Tapim Hayden Cummings Mick Coady Ned Andrew Andy Zhao Joab Fisher Henry Duguid Byron Cummings Matthew Jones Harry Liondis Logan Frost Luke Wheeler Lachlan Cahill Jake Haywood Cameron Wheeler Dustan Smith Josh Dawson Calvin Webb George Johnston Eli Reid Matt Andrew Max Coady

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Year 6 Fundraiser

This year a percentage of the sale of Cash’s affordable personalised label and tag solutions will go to Year 6 Fundraising efforts. Price lists and order forms are available from the office.

Change to our Spelling Program

This week, all Canowindra Public students from Grades 3 to 6 are starting on a program called Spelling Mastery. The focus of Spelling Mastery, as the name implies, is teaching spelling to a high degree of mastery. Its purpose is to teach spelling skills, rules and strategies and promote the transfer of correct spelling into writing. Years of research prove that memorising lists of words, getting them right on Friday, then forgetting about them is ineffective.

You will notice a change in expectations in your child’s homework. Words that do not follow regular rules will still have to be practised, but testing of these words will be ongoing.

4 | P a g e In order to achieve maximum benefit from this program all students have been assessed and placed in 1 of the 6 levels of the program closest to their current spelling ability. Movement between levels will be regularly evaluated and encouraged in order to keep up with your child’s progress.

If you have any questions about our Spelling Mastery Program please do not hesitate to come and talk to me.

Janice Watt

P&CNews EASTER RAFFLE

The Easter Raffle winners were Kiara Mason x2, Jordan Smith, Fay Whalan, Holly Wilson, Kobie Rogers, Nate Stanbury, and Eliza Mitchell. Thank you to everybody who donated Easter eggs and bought raffle tickets to support the P & C. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

BALLOON GLOW The Canowindra P&C was fortunate enough with thanks to the Committee of the Canowindra Balloon Glow & Night Markets to have another successful year selling Roast Lamb & Gravy Baguettes with Caramelised Onion & Rocket. Not a moment goes by without thanking Julie Fliedner who has taken this Fundraiser on board and didn’t forget a thing. Yes, she had lots of helpers and the P&C is so grateful to all the willing parents who were busy on the night juggling kids and helping each other to support the School stall. Our special thanks to Belubula Butchery for sourcing such quality lamb and the 12+ hours in slicing it so professionally by Kylie, your time and contribution was very recognised. Canowindra Services Club for the Tea & Coffee, Ice, Gravy and support, IGA for being so accommodating with supplies and last minute purchases, Canowindra Bakehouse for delivering the bread order to the site and Elly’s Express for kindly bringing over the oven warmer on hire from Cowra. The town visitors loved the dinner that we provided them, selling out with over 600 rolls made on the night. Many people commented on the lovely signage so kindly made by the Year 6 class and simply gave an extra donation to support our school on top of paying for dinner. We hope to be a part of the 2015 Balloon Glow, it was a wonderful night and the funds will now benefit the children of Canowindra Public School. MOTHERS DAY

Just a reminder that next week we are holding our Mothers day stall for the kids to purchase a gift for the special woman in their life to say thanks. Whether it be Mum, Step mum, Grandma, Aunt or just someone special. There will be loads of gifts ranging from $2 to about $10. If you are able to help on Tuesday 6th or Wednesday 7th during lunch time to man the stall it would be greatly appreciated! It would be great to see some new faces! Don't be shy, we would love to meet you! There is not a lot involved, it only takes about 2 hours in total to do all the classes.

JUNIOR TENNIS COMPETITION

5 | P a g e A weekly junior tennis competition will commence at the Canowindra tennis courts on 16th May from 4 – 5.30 pm. Players will have one singles match scheduled each week. Scores will be recorded and various trophy awards will be presented at the end of the term. Many of you may have other commitments such as football but I can schedule your match after your training. An orange ball competition held on a smaller court will also be held to give the younger players an opportunity to compete.

REGISTRATION: Registration days are Friday 2nd and Friday 9th May from 4 – 5pm

COST: $5 Registration plus $3 per week.

AGE: Any school age student who can serve and hit the ball over the net. You will be assisted in your matches each week so if you are unsure of scoring and rules someone will be there to help you. If you have any further enquiries contact Helen Garratt 0407139164 or email [email protected] or come and see me Friday at registrations.

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