Bathurst West Public School Newsletter \ Suttor Street, Bathurst 2795 NSW Phone (02) 63311142 Fax (02) 6332 2319 Email: [email protected]Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bathurst-West-Public School- Website: www.bathurstw-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Relieving Principal: Darren Denmead School Leaders : Michaela & Shanese P&C President: MaryAnn Gould Seth & Josef Calendar of Events Principal’s Report Tuesday, 29th November, 2016 Dear Parents/Carers Russ the Bus Stage 2 had a visit from Russ the Story Bus today as part of the Sydney Writers Festival. This is a tremendous initiative to help instill a love of reading and illustrating in our kids. Bathurst West and O’Connell were the only two schools in the Bathurst region lucky enough to have this opportunity, made even more exciting by the presence of well-known illustrator and story teller, Tony Flowers, who had the kids enthralled with his amazing skills. To top off the experience, every student who visited Russ was able to take home a quality book of their choice. Future Leaders I was incredibly proud of every one of our 2017 school leader nominees today as they addressed the school and explained why they would make a good leader. The amount of effort was obvious, and they were poised, dignified and respectful (except when they picked on my jokes)! It is lovely to see courageous kids who have pride in themselves and their school, and I have no doubt that each and every one of them would make an excellent leader. The school community has cast their votes, but we say well done, no matter the result. Year 6 next year will once again be a great example to the rest of our students with these fine leaders in their ranks. Lots happening With the end of year fast approaching, the calendar is full with events and celebrations, including a real highlight in Presentation Day next Tuesday. Keep a close eye on newsletters, or better still, get yourself the school’s app by downloading School Stream and searching for Bathurst West. With regular reminders and events, you won’t miss a thing! Successful mini-fete Well done to all involved in making the mini-fete a fun and highly successful community event. Year 6 raised over $3500 on the day, a spectacular effort, which they have decided to put toward improving Stage 3’s eating and outdoor learning spaces. Riddle of the week This week’s riddle is: I have 24 arms, 10 legs, 1 hand and 4 feet. What am I? (This is a bit of a trick one!) Last week’s riddle - The more you give, the smaller I go. The more you take away from me, the bigger I grow. What am I? – A hole. Have a great week, Darren Denmead Relieving Principal 2016 Term 4 Week 8 Tues 29th Nov Yr6 Parents & Students welcome to High school evening Wed 30th Nov Playgroup, Hall, 9.30-11.30 Thurs 1st Dec Support Unit transition OC orientation meeting AECG Awards Day, Kelso High Fri 2nd Dec Assembly, Hall, 9.15-10 SRC Talent Quest last audition Week 9 Mon 5th Dec Stage 3 PBL reward Tues 6th Dec Presentation Day - K-2 10.15, 3-6 12.30 OC Class Work Expo Wed 7th Dec Playgroup, Hall, 9.30-11.30 Yr 6 Bathurst High Orientation Thurs 8th Dec Principal’s Afternoon Tea Choir Nursing home visit Support Unit transition Fri 9th Dec Assembly, Hall, 9.15-10 Helpers Morning Tea Week 10 Mon 12th Dec Waratah 4 Play SRC Talent Quest Support Unit PCYC Tues 13th Dec Reports sent home Stage 3 class party Stage 2 Shining day Wed 14th Dec Playgroup Xmas Party, St Pats, 11am Year 6 Dinner Dance Fri 16th Dec Assembly, Hall, 9.15-10 Browne Mug LAST DAY TERM 4 2017 Term 1 Mon 30th Jan FIRST DAY TERM 1 2017 Thurs 2nd Feb First day Kindergarten CLOTHING POOL OPENING 27/1/2017 OPENING HOURS 8.00AM - 10.00AM 1.30PM - 3.30PM Term 4, Week 8, 2016
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Bathurst West Public School Newsletter \ Suttor Street, Bathurst 2795 NSW Phone (02) 63311142 Fax (02) 6332 2319 Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bathurst-West-Public School- Website: www.bathurstw-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
Relieving Principal: Darren Denmead School Leaders : Michaela & Shanese P&C President: MaryAnn Gould Seth & Josef
Calendar of Events Principal’s Report
Tuesday, 29th November, 2016
Dear Parents/Carers
Russ the Bus Stage 2 had a visit from Russ the Story Bus today as part of the
Sydney Writers Festival. This is a tremendous initiative to help
instill a love of reading and illustrating in our kids. Bathurst
West and O’Connell were the only two schools in the Bathurst
region lucky enough to have this opportunity, made even more
exciting by the presence of well-known illustrator and story
teller, Tony Flowers, who had the kids enthralled with his
amazing skills. To top off the experience, every student who
visited Russ was able to take home a quality book of their
choice.
Future Leaders
I was incredibly proud of every one of our 2017 school leader
nominees today as they addressed the school and explained why
they would make a good leader. The amount of effort was
obvious, and they were poised, dignified and respectful (except
when they picked on my jokes)! It is lovely to see courageous
kids who have pride in themselves and their school, and I have
no doubt that each and every one of them would make an
excellent leader. The school community has cast their votes, but
we say well done, no matter the result. Year 6 next year will
once again be a great example to the rest of our students with
these fine leaders in their ranks.
Lots happening
With the end of year fast approaching, the calendar is full with
events and celebrations, including a real highlight in
Presentation Day next Tuesday. Keep a close eye on newsletters,
or better still, get yourself the school’s app by downloading
School Stream and searching for Bathurst West. With regular
reminders and events, you won’t miss a thing!
Successful mini-fete
Well done to all involved in making the mini-fete a fun and
highly successful community event. Year 6 raised over $3500 on
the day, a spectacular effort, which they have decided to put
toward improving Stage 3’s eating and outdoor learning spaces.
Riddle of the week
This week’s riddle is:
I have 24 arms, 10 legs, 1 hand and 4 feet. What am I? (This is a
bit of a trick one!)
Last week’s riddle - The more you give, the smaller I go. The
more you take away from me, the bigger I grow. What am I? – A
hole.
Have a great week,
Darren Denmead
Relieving Principal
2016 Term 4 Week 8 Tues 29th Nov Yr6 Parents & Students welcome to High school evening Wed 30th Nov Playgroup, Hall, 9.30-11.30 Thurs 1st Dec Support Unit transition OC orientation meeting AECG Awards Day, Kelso High Fri 2nd Dec Assembly, Hall, 9.15-10 SRC Talent Quest last audition
Week 9 Mon 5th Dec Stage 3 PBL reward Tues 6th Dec Presentation Day - K-2 10.15, 3-6 12.30 OC Class Work Expo Wed 7th Dec Playgroup, Hall, 9.30-11.30 Yr 6 Bathurst High Orientation Thurs 8th Dec Principal’s Afternoon Tea Choir Nursing home visit Support Unit transition Fri 9th Dec Assembly, Hall, 9.15-10 Helpers Morning Tea
Week 10 Mon 12th Dec Waratah 4 Play SRC Talent Quest Support Unit PCYC Tues 13th Dec Reports sent home Stage 3 class party Stage 2 Shining day Wed 14th Dec Playgroup Xmas Party, St Pats, 11am Year 6 Dinner Dance Fri 16th Dec Assembly, Hall, 9.15-10 Browne Mug LAST DAY TERM 4
2017 Term 1 Mon 30th Jan FIRST DAY TERM 1 2017 Thurs 2nd Feb First day Kindergarten
Badge Awards Congratulations to - Trae Fitzpatrick, Eli Bull
Student Notes Sent Home This Week OC Class Work Expo
Talent Quest
Auditions started for the Talent Quest on the 14th
of November and go till the 8th of December. The
performance date of the Talent Quest is the 12th
of December.
SAVE THE DATE FRIDAY, 9th December 2016
You are invited to a parent/carer morning tea
which will be held on Friday 9th December 2016
following the school assembly in the school hall.
We would love to see you there to celebrate
the Wonderful partnership we share that ben-
efits all the children at
Bathurst West Public School.
Coordinator:, Sue Rogers
Pre-Christmas Holiday Tennis
Clinic
3 days
Date: Tues 20th Dec –Thurs 22nd Dec 2016
Time: 9.00am– 12.30pm May enrol for individual days
Early drop off if needed Caters for all levels of tennis
No tennis experience necessary
AGES 5-15 YRS BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!
For bookings or more infor-mation please call the
Bathurst Tennis
Centre
Ph: 63313786 /
0431354480
Bathurst West Playgroup meets on Wednesdays in the school hall from 9.30 to 11.30. New people are always welcome. Our Christmas party will be held on Wednesday 14th December at St Pats, starting at 11.00am
Central West OOSH Services Central West OOSH Services provide quality & caring out of school hours care (including vacation care, pupil free days) for children & families in the Central West NSW. Care provided for children aged 5-12 Transport provided to & from schools in Bathurst and Kelso Breakfast is provided till 8am at before school care Government CCB & CCR is available to eligible families
Before School Care - 7am-9am After School Care - 3pm-6pm
Vacation Care - 7am-6pm For more information please contact Tanya on
0411 521 460
Bathurst Bus Lines
Transport for NSW are now accepting
applications for 2017. We encourage all
Students who will be commencing
Kindergarten in 2017 to apply now. The link to
apply for a bus pass is:
https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/
howtoApply
Transport NSW have also advised that any
student with an expiring bus pass at the end
of 2016 should apply to update their details
prior to December 2016.
This applies to all students who are:
Currently in Year 2 and Year 6
Have changed address or school or
Have approval on special circumstances.
The link to update is:
https://apps.transpiort.nsw.gov.au/ssts/
updateDetails
After 31 December 2016 students must apply
for a new Bus Pass at:
https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/
howtoApply
Host an Exchange Student in 2017! Do you have a spare room? World Education Program (WEP) Australia, a non-profit student exchange organisation is looking for volunteer host families to host an overseas exchange student!
See Australia through the eyes of a non-Australian
Visit new places and re-visit old favourites
Teach our local customs and language
Gain a new family member and friend for life
Have lots of fun! Students are arriving in February 2017 and are looking forward to learning about Australia! Find out more! Request a free information pack for your family! text “hosting” to 0428 246 633 Email [email protected] or check out www.wep.org.au
Year 7, 2017 Welcome to High School Evening Year 6 parents/carers and students are invited to attend information evenings on Tuesday 29th November at 6-30pm. Sessions will take place at the Bathurst High Campus and Kelso High Campus Gymnasiums. Information will be provided regarding Year 7 curriculum, school activities and there will be the opportunity to meet staff, students and to tour the campus facilities.
Orientation Day Students attending Denison College Campuses are encouraged to attend the Orientation Day of their enrolled campus. Students are required to meet at the Bathurst or Kelso High
Campus Gymnasiums on Wednesday 7th December from 9am to 3pm.
Contacts: Bathurst High Campus: Cassie Burt, HT Junior Studies, 6331 3755 Kelso High Campus: Anna Townend, HT Junior Studies, 6331 4544
