Term 4 Week 7–20th

November 2012 Principal: Malcolm McFarlane

BOWRAVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL N E W S L E T T E R

High Street, Bowraville 2449 Phone: 02 6564 7162 Fax: 02 6564 7801

Email: bowraville-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au Website:www.bowraville-c.schools.nsw.edu.au

Principal’s Message

School Improvement Sincere thanks to our P&C for their very productive conversations at last week’s meeting about how everyone in the

school community can contribute to our continual improvement. As it is well and truly ‘evaluation, reporting and

forward planning season’, I was able to provide an update on some of our key achievements in 2012 and targets for

2013.

Students’ growth in their learning across the school has once again been very strong throughout 2012. Targets for the

coming year will continue to focus on Literacy and Numeracy skills, utilising specific strategies and supporting

teachers in further professional development, leading to best practice. Other whole school targets include

improvements in: Student Engagement and Retention; Student Transition; Community Engagement; and

Environmental Sustainability.

Secondary Scripture It has been some years since scripture lessons have been an option for secondary students at Bowraville Central

School. We would like to provide this learning opportunity upon request. In order for qualified staff to be engaged and

so that timetabled lessons may be allocated, we ask any parents of secondary students in 2013 who wish for their son

or daughter to take part in Scripture lessons to indicate this by a simple phone call to the front office before the end of

this month.

Have a great week.

Malcolm McFarlane

Stronger Smarter Mural recently completed

and mounted on the Meeting Room wall.

21st Nov. WRALS – Boat License

22nd Nov. WRALS – Senior First Aid

23rd Nov. WRALS – Rural First Service

26th to 30th Nov. Yr. 10 Compulsory Work

Experience

11th Dec. Mega Raffle and Christmas

Raffles Drawn

13th Dec P & C Meeting 10.00am

3rd to 14th Dec Swim School - Primary

Tue. 11th Dec. Presentation Day

Wed. 12th Dec Year 10 Formal

Keep informed, regularly check our website

www.bowraville-c.schools.nsw.edu.au

Mon. 19th Nov- K to 6 Swim School reminder

Primary Swim School

Swim School commences 3rd December (only 2 weeks

away). Money and permission notes must be handed

in by Thursday 29th

November.

If you need assistance to pay for Swim School, please

hand in your application by Friday 23rd

November.

Thank you.

We encourage parents to involve students in this

activity which will help students with stroke

techniques and stamina.

Mr. Rushton

Visual Arts

Rare mammals make an appearance in Visual Arts

class.

Kyle Lawson, Liam Madden and Zach Marshall were

proud to display their fruits of their labor in Visual Art

class this week. The dugong was made using a

combination of cardboard, polystyrene foam,

newspaper and glue.

Mr. Briggs

Construction

Josh Simon completes a major project in

Construction.

This outdoor table set was made to design

specifications for the National Parks and Wildlife

organisation. It will be set at a later date, at a nearby

locale for the public’s enjoyment. Well done Josh

Mr. Briggs

S C H O O L N E W SS C H O O L N E W SS C H O O L N E W SS C H O O L N E W S

C A L E N D E RC A L E N D E RC A L E N D E RC A L E N D E R

Primary Award Winners

13th

November 2012

Kinder Nash Morgan, Kelly Singleton

1/2R: Lanny-Mai Ebelt-Rhodes, Troy Yardy

4/5EN: Melody White, Izack Kennedy

5/6R Adrian Bartels, Cydne-Leigh

Palmer-Rhodes

CONGRATULATIONS

N O T E S S E N T H O M EN O T E S S E N T H O M EN O T E S S E N T H O M EN O T E S S E N T H O M E

4/5 E/N

The Students have been presenting excellent profiles

on Australians they admire and respect. The variety

of Australians has been of interest and their

presentations to the class of a high standard so far.

Mrs. Estall

Carols at the Theatre

Sunday 16th December

Choir members and ukulele

players required!

Mrs. Ritchie

University of Newcastle Information Session

Last week we were fortunate to have a previous

student ‘Jessica Langham’ visit our school to talk

about courses at Newcastle University. Jess spoke to

our Year 12 and Year 10 students about what it’s like

to leave the country to study at Newcastle. Her

powerpoint was very informative and we really

enjoyed her presentation. Thanks Jess!

Mrs. Riches

School Banking

At School Banking we want to reward your children

for practicing good savings habits. For the next four

weeks all students with a Youthsaver account the

opportunity to win one of twelve (12) iPad Mini’s for

Christmas by simply completing a deposit through

the School Banking Program.

What they need to know-

*Make a deposit into their commBank Youthsaver

account at school any time between November 19 –

December 14 2012.

*Every student that makes a deposit during the

competition period will go into a draw to win one (1)

of twelve (12) iPAD Mini’s (16GB with wi-fi valued at

$369).

*For more information or a copy of the flyer, simply

contact your School Banking Specialist or the School

Banking Helpdesk on 1800 674 496.

BCS Students compete at the Macksville Gift

Last weekend students from our school achieved some

excellent results at the Macksville gift. Anthony

Walker won the 70m amateur sprint and Sam Kete ran

in both the gift and the novice 120m sprint. This was

the first time Sam had raced professionally and he

surprised many people by working his way through to

the final. He came third in the novice final in a very

close race which was an outstanding achievement.

Bowraville Central School was mentioned several

times throughout the day when the boys were

introduced in their races.

In the Little Athletics Carnival which ran in conjunction

with the gift, Nesta Walker won the 300m pack start

race. Anthony Walker came second in the 15 and over

sprint. Simon, Joven and India Walker also did well in

their races.

World Champion

Our Physical Education teacher, Joel Mason recently

travelled to Cabo in Mexico to compete at the

Hennessey World Paddle Association World

Championships.

The 181/2 km. down-wind race was held in ideal

conditions, paddling his 18ft paddle-board lying

down.

Mr. Mason left his stamp on the event with a 1st

place overall finishing in the Men’s unlimited Paddle

Board section. He held on to his 1st place position for

the entire race to take a well deserved overall

victory.

Mr. Mason said he’d like to thank BCS for their

support this year and he hopes that his success on

the world stage helps to inspire students to follow

their dreams.

Mrs. Perkins

Physical Culture

Emma, Sara and Megan Johnstone recently

competed in the North Coast Zone Championships at

Coffs Harbour. All three competed in the same team

for the 15/16 Year Teams competition, with Sara and

Megan learning extension work to make up the

Urunga team. This was the first time they’d been in

the same team. Their team placed 3rd on the day,

which was a great effort (six teams competed).

In the 13/14 Year individual competition, Sara and

Megan performed well, with the group of girls having

to repeat their work before the judges could decide

on the State finalists. Unfortunately Sara and Megan

missed out on a place, on the day.

In the 15/16 Year individual competition Emma was

selected to compete in the State Finals in Sydney.

This was a wonderful achievement as she has been a

State Finalist every year since she started Physi (10

years ago). Next year she is looking forward to

competing as a senior. At the State Finals last

weekend Emma performed well but wasn’t selected

for the Grand Finals. In this age group 36 girls

competed, divided into three heats. Only 12 girls

were selected for the Grand Finals.

If anyone is interested in finding out about Physical

Culture in our area, please talk to Emma, Sara or

Megan. The Physi year usually starts in mid-February

each year.

Rhonda Johnstone

P & C N E W S P & C N E W S P & C N E W S P & C N E W S ““““JUST DOING IT FOR OUJUST DOING IT FOR OUJUST DOING IT FOR OUJUST DOING IT FOR OURRRR KIDSKIDSKIDSKIDS””””

P&C MEETINGP&C MEETINGP&C MEETINGP&C MEETING

Our next meeting will be 13th December 2012

at 10.00 am.

Agenda items to Tracey Griffiths at 65648086 or ptgriff@skymesh.com.au

Everyone Welcome!

B.C.S.

P&C MEGA RAFFLE

Order Form

Tickets are $2 each. I have included $ _______ for _____ (no.)

of raffle tickets

Name: _________________

Phone: _________________

Please send home with ______________(name)

Keep for me to pick up at the B.C.S. office.

Winners announced on Presentation Day,

11th

of December, 2012

CHRISTMAS HAMPER

DONATIONS

We will once again be running a Christmas Raffle

this year. Any donations towards the prizes would be welcome, please hand in at the front office as soon as

possible.

Quick get your order in before

tickets run out!

B.C.S.

P&C MEGA RAFFLE

1111stststst Prize: $400 gift voucherPrize: $400 gift voucherPrize: $400 gift voucherPrize: $400 gift voucher 2222ndndndnd Prize: $150 gift voucherPrize: $150 gift voucherPrize: $150 gift voucherPrize: $150 gift voucher 3333rdrdrdrd Prize: $50 gift voucherPrize: $50 gift voucherPrize: $50 gift voucherPrize: $50 gift voucher

Nambucca River Department Store (including Retravision)

Just send in the order form. $2 per ticket

The winners will be announced at Presentation Day, 11th of December

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

POSITION VACANT P&C PRESIDENT

A big thank you to the helpers last week, Sharon,

Tracy, Lisa, Ben and Veronica. THANKS HEAPS

Canteen Roster

The canteen will be closed on Friday 14th

December

for Gold Day.

There is no TNT at the moment. We have Quelches

and Ice Monkeys.

Keep an eye out in the canteen for

Alyson’s yummy specials. Prices start

from $0.50.

Wed.

21st

Nov..

Thurs.

22nd

Nov.

Fri.

23rd

Nov.

Mon.

26th

Nov.

.Tue.

27th

Nov.

Sharon Veronica

Tracy

Ben

Alyson Alyson Alyson Veronica Alyson

C O M M U N I T Y N E W SC O M M U N I T Y N E W SC O M M U N I T Y N E W SC O M M U N I T Y N E W S

BOWRAVILLE THEATRE Saturday Nov. 24

th at 7pm the Film society will be

screening a film titled ‘Departures’ (2008 Japan). This is

a drama/Music film, and is about a newly unemployed

cellist who takes a job preparing the dead for funerals.

Doors will open at 6pm and if you wish to chat

beforehand, bring a plate and have some interesting

discussions.

Thursday 29th

November the Theatre Café will be open

from 9.30 am to 12.30pm for Tea, Coffee, Cakes and

Light Lunches, staffed by the delightful Hospitality

Students from Bowraville Central School. Please come

along and give them your support. They make such a

great effort to please, and most professional.

C A N T E E N N E W SC A N T E E N N E W SC A N T E E N N E W SC A N T E E N N E W S

To avoid disappointment please order your

recess and lunch in the morning

GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

The Guardian News will again publish the "Giving Back to the Community" promotion. This year Bowraville Central School has been lucky enough to be chosen by, The Mad Hatters Tea Garden and the Bowraville Recreation Club as their chosen sponsor. Just by supporting these businesses you can enter our school in the draw for the $1000 prize money donated by the Guardian News. The promotion starts on the 21st November for 3 Weeks, so tell all your friends and family to support these businesses, the more tickets in

the box the more chance we have of winning.

UNIFORM LIST - PRIMARY STUDENTS K-6 Summer

Girls Check dress, shorts, skirt, skorts

White polo/white blouse with BCS logo (royal blue)

White socks and black shoes or black/white joggers

Boys Royal blue polo with BCS logo (gold) grey shorts

Grey/white socks and black shoes or black/white joggers

Winter – As for summer

Royal blue tracksuit or royal blue jumper with logos

K-6 Sports

Girls/Boys Royal blue polo with gold insert and gold logo BCS (purchase from school only)

Royal blue shorts

White socks and black/white joggers

S P O N S O R SS P O N S O R SS P O N S O R SS P O N S O R S

WAITING LISTS MAY APPLY PLEASE ENQUIRE EARLY (02) 6564 7657

Professional staff in a friendly,

caring environment 3-4 yr olds MON, TUES

4-5 yr olds WED, THURS, FRI

Time: 9am - 3pm

Bowraville Community Pre-School

Coronation St,

(PO Box 65)

Bowraville

2449

Bowraville Folk Museum You’ll find a treasure trove

of memorabilia from the past. AS GOOD AS YOU’LL SEE Open 10am to 3pm, Sat & Tues. 10am to 12.30pm, Wed & Fri. 11am to 3pm, Sunday. Every day during the school holidays. Coach enquiries welcome Ph: 6565 8200 or 6564

7251

Bowraville & Dsitrict ExServices Club Phone: 65647304 ABN 92 001 062 844

THE COMMUNITY CLUB SUPPORTING THE LOCAL

COMMUNITY Palms Family Chinese RestaurantPalms Family Chinese RestaurantPalms Family Chinese RestaurantPalms Family Chinese Restaurant Tues. 5:30pm to 7:30pmTues. 5:30pm to 7:30pmTues. 5:30pm to 7:30pmTues. 5:30pm to 7:30pm Wed. Sun. Lunch: 11:30am to 2:00pmWed. Sun. Lunch: 11:30am to 2:00pmWed. Sun. Lunch: 11:30am to 2:00pmWed. Sun. Lunch: 11:30am to 2:00pm Dinner: 5:30pm to 8:30pmDinner: 5:30pm to 8:30pmDinner: 5:30pm to 8:30pmDinner: 5:30pm to 8:30pm Ph: 65648898Ph: 65648898Ph: 65648898Ph: 65648898