Bathurst Public School

279-281 George Street Phone: 02 6331 3923

Bathurst NSW 2795 Fax: 02 6332 2305

Email: bathurst-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Website: www.bathurst-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Thursday, 22nd March 2018 Term 1 Week 8

Dear Parents,

Last Friday, we had 24 students represent Bathurst Public School at the Regional Swimming Trials in

Dubbo. All children swam extremely well with many swimming personal best times. Well done to all

children and thank you to the parents for transporting their children to Dubbo to compete

We have 5 children who have qualified to attend the NSWPSSA Swimming Championships in Sydney

on Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th April. They are;

Junior Boys Relay Team - Oliver Hamer, Kai Barclay, Logan Johnson & Lachlan Simeonidis

Individual Events - Angus Warne and Oliver Hamer

Congratulations on the outstanding results, boys.

In the last week we have been involved in the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence

and Harmony Day. We have talked to the children and completed many activities around what it looks

like and sounds like to be nice to each other, speak to each other respectfully and belonging. We will

be continuing these actvities throughout the year at various times. If any parent would like assistance

in how to help their child/children, please contact your child’s classroom teacher.

Last night at the P&C Meeting, we had Anthea Bourne come and speak about a variety of strategies to

support parents in helping children with anxiety and building resilience. It was an extremely

informative session. Anthea used the following website which had a wealth of information available

for parents and families available - https://healthyfamilies.beyondblue.org.au/home. We hope to hold

more information sessions in the future to work with and assist families.

Our School Newsletter is uploaded every Thursday so all parents receive information at the same time.

Please refer to our website to download the weekly newsletter.

If any parent has any concerns regarding any aspect of school life, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Kate White

Principal

Dance Troupes 2018

Last week, children in Years 1 – 6 that are interested in joining our Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3 and Boys

Hip Hop Dance Troupes have put their name down and received a parent information note.

Children that have shown an interest in joining Dance have received this note with further information

about rehearsals, performances and fees.

If you know that your child is interested in joining the Dance Troupes and you haven’t received a

note, please contact the school office to receive one.

For any further information, please contact Mrs McClements or Miss Glasson through the School

office.

Easter Hat Parade

Our Easter Hat Parade will be held on Tuesday 27th March,

2018 at 11.40 under the COLA. This event is for Kinder to

Year 2. All parents and friends are welcome to join us for

the festivities and dancing.

Rugby League

Well done and good luck to Koby Beecham (Under 11s), Angus Cafe, Jacob Lamb, Boston Reynolds,

Greyson Rozga and Kaleb Holman (Opens) for making it into the Bathurst District Rugby League

Team to trial for Western in Dubbo on Monday the 9th April.

Upcoming Assemblies

Primary Assembly 2.10pm McMullen Hall, Wednesday 28th March

General Reminders

Food Allergies - We do have several children at our school who have peanut and nut allergies and

have severe reactions if exposed to this food. Parents are asked to be mindful of this when packing

recess and lunch and are encouraged not to send products which contain nuts in them to school.

A general reminder:-

All items of clothing and personal belongings should be clearly marked with your child’s name.

All children require a broad brimmed hat each day as our school has a “No Hat, No Play” policy.

When parents and friends come to the school during the day, they should present to the front office

on arrival. This is a Legal and Workplace Safety requirement and is followed for the

safety and security of all children and teachers.

We continue to encourage parents to make appointments to come and talk about your child’s

progress, problems that may arise, ideas etc. It is reminded that the education of your child is a team

effort with teachers and parents being the main stakeholders. With this in mind, it is an important

reminder that the parent/teacher relationship always needs to be cohesive and

supportive and one of mutual respect. I am sure we will continue to work with one another in a

positive manner.

All money coming to the school should be placed in a sealed envelope with your child’s name,

correct amount of money, class and what the money is for clearly written on the front. All money

and notes should be sent directly to the front office at the school for processing.

Term 1 2018

Week 9

26/03-30/02

Tuesday 27th March - Easter Hat Parade 11.40am under the COLA

Wednesday 28th March - Primary Assembly at 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Wednesday 28th March – Rugby 7’s

Wednesday 28th March – Canberra Instalment 1 due

Thursdat 29th March – AFL Regional Final in Parkes

Friday 30th March – Good Friday

Week 10

2/04-6/04

Monday 2nd April – Easter Monday

Wednesday 4th April - Infants Assembly at 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Wednesday 4th April – Stage 1 notes and money due

Wednes 4th April – Canberra Instalment 2 due

Friday 6th April – All Dance notes and money due - $40 due

Friday 6th April – Bike Education for Years 1 and 2 from 10am with Bathurst Council

Week 11

09/04-10/04

Wednesday 11th April Primary Assembly at 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Wednesday 11th April – NSWPSSA Swimming in Sydney

Thursday 12th April - NSWPSSA Swimming in Sydney

Thursday 12th April – Stage 1 Excursion Museum

Friday 13th April – Last Day Term 1

Term 2 2018

Week 1

30/04-6/05

Monday 30th April - Staff Return for SDD (School Development Day)

Tuesday 31st May - Children K-6 return

Wednesday 2nd May – Canberra Instalment 3 due

Thursday 3rd May – CWA Public Speaking School Finals

Friday 4th May – Recorder and Strings Cluster Rehearsal at Bathurst PS

Week 2

7/05-13/05

Friday 11th May – Mother’s Day Breakfast and stall

Week 3

14/05-20/05

Tuesday 15th May – NAPLAN – Language and Writing for Years 3 and 5

Wednesday 16th May – Primary Assembly 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Wednesday 16th May – Canberra Instalment 4 due

Wednesday 16th May – P&C Meeting 7pm – All welcome

Wednesday 16th May - NAPLAN – Reading for Years 3 and 5

Thursday 17th May - NAPLAN – Numeracy for Years 3 and 5

Week 4

21/05-27/05

Wednesday 23rd May – Infants Assembly 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Week 5

28/05-3/06

Wednesday 30th May – Primary Assembly 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Wednesday 30th May – Canberra Instalment 5 due

Friday 1st June – District Cross Country

Week 6

04/06-10/06

Wednesday 6th June – Infants Assembly 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Wednesday 6th June – Canberra Instalment 6 due

Friday 8th June – Canberra excursion final day for full payment

Week 7

11/06-17/06

Monday 11th June – Queen’s Birthday Long Weekend

Wednesday 13th June – Primary Assembly 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Wednesday 13th June – Regional Cross Country

Week 8

18/06-24/06

Tuesday 19th June till Thursday 21st June - Year 5/6 Canberra Excursion

Wednesday 20th June – Infants Assembly 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Week 9

25/06-01/07

Wednesday 27th June – Primary Assembly 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Friday 29th June – Semester 1 Student Reports home

Week 10

02/07-08/07

Wednesday 4th July - Infants Assembly 2.15pm in the McMullen Hall

Friday 6th July – Last Day Term 2

Book Club

Click on the Link below for Book club orders

https://mybookclubs.scholastic.com.au/Parent/Login.aspx

Due 28th March 2018

NOMINATE A SPORTS VOLUNTEER – YOUTH & OPEN CATEGORIES

Summer may be over but appreciation for summer sport volunteers isn’t!

Say thank you to a special volunteer that made summer sport possible with the

Volunteer Sporting Spirit Award, where winners receive $250 toward a sports

development course or program endorsed by Office of Sport.

Tell us why your volunteer should receive the award in 150 words by Friday 13 April to go into the running:

sportandrecreation.nsw.gov.au/clubs/volunteer-award