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School Calendar

Key Dates – Week 7 Term 4 2020

Saturday 28th Nov FPS P&C Monster

Meat Raffle at

Finley Bowling Club

Tuesday 1st Dec Year 6 Orientation

Day at Finley High

School

Tuesday 8th Dec K,1 & 2 Award

Ceremony

Wednesday 9th Dec Year 3,4 & 5 Award

Ceremony

Thursday 10th Dec Year 6 Award

Ceremony

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Principal’s Report NAIDOC Public Speaking – Tomorrow

Maisie and Maddy will be delivering their speech tomorrow

morning for the regional finals of the NAIDOC Public Speaking.

Matilda and Jensina will be cheering them on. The girls are

making an animation of their speeches, which will be ready soon.

Leadership Speeches - Tomorrow

Our Year 5 students will present their Leadership Speeches this

Wednesday. We usually welcome parents, carers and community

members into school to watch students present their speeches.

This year, due to COVID-19, this is not possible. I would like to

congratulate all students on the preparation and dedication they

have shown in writing their speeches this year. Students and

staff will vote for 2021 Leaders at the conclusion of speeches.

The 2021 Leadership Team will be announced on Wednesday 9th

December 2020.

Year 7 Orientation Day at Finley High School – next Tuesday

Next Tuesday will be the final Orientation Day for Year 6 students attending Finley High School in 2021.

Students who are attending other secondary schools will not attend the Finley High School Orientation Day,

and will spend next Tuesday at school completing normal learning activities.

P&C Monster Meat Raffle – Saturday Night 7.30pm

The P&C are holding a Monster Meat Raffle at the Finley Bowling Club, this Saturday night at 7.30pm. Tickets

can be purchased on the night, or by sending ‘FPS’ to 0400300441. Many thanks to Fred at the Finley Bowling

Club for running the raffle, and ensuring that 100% of ticket sales go directly to the P&C. Numbers at the Club

are limited to 70, and as of Tuesday morning, there were only about 15 seats left.

Friendship Request/Survey 2021

Yesterday a Friendship Survey and letter was sent home to all families. If you require another survey, please let

us know, as we have spares at school. Surveys will be used to assist the school when forming classes. If you

have other information or a specific request, there is space to write it on the bottom of the friendship survey,

or you can write a letter to the Principal. Requests need to be made in writing and while every effort is made

to accommodate parent requests, they cannot be guaranteed. Thank you to those families who have already

returned their survey.

Planning for 2021

If your child is not returning in 2021, please let us know, as our planning for classes is dependent on how many

students we have enrolled at school. Your assistance in this matter is greatly appreciated.

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FINLEY NSW 2713

Phone: (03) 5883 1135 Fax: (03) 5883 2397 Email: [email protected]

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Hot Weather

The weather will be very warm this week. Please ensure that your child has a water bottle (or two). Drink

bottles are able to be refilled at school and it is essential that students have a drink bottle with them every

day.

Athletics Carnival Results

Congratulations to all place getters and champions from our extended Athletics Carnival. A list of age

champions is listed in this newsletter. All event results will be published in next weeks’ newsletter.

Presentation Nights Guidelines for end of year celebrations have been released by the Department of Education! The guidelines do allow for end of year award ceremonies. An information package will be sent home later this week. Please save the following dates in your calendar.

6.30pm Tuesday 8th December - Kindergarten, Year 1 & Year 2 Award Ceremony.

6.30pm Wednesday 9th December - Year 3, Year 4 & Year 5 Award Ceremony.

5pm – 7.30pm Thursday 10th December - Year 6 Award Ceremony and Farewell.

These award ceremonies will be different than our usual Presentation Day, there will be no musical items or performances. Parents of students receiving an award will be notified by letter.

Before and After School Care Survey As part of the NSW Government’s $120 million Before and After School Care (BASC) commitment, parents at all NSW

schools were recently invited to complete a Have Your Say survey. The survey asked parents to tell us how they are using

Out of School Hours Care, how much it costs them, whether they plan to keep using it, and what difficulties they

experience in accessing it. We are now asking all parents to complete a quick follow-up survey by Friday 27 November

2020. You can access the survey at https://surveys.education.nsw.gov.au/s3/OSHCParentSurvey. This information will

help us to target the rollout of more before Out of School Hours Care services in the right areas

If your child does not require Out of School Hours care, we ask that you please still complete the first section of this

survey as it gives us important information about the level of demand at your school.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Office at school or the BASC Program team by phone on 1300 244 145 or email at: [email protected]

Congratulations Bianca

Congratulations go to Bianca Griffiths on her recent results and last time representing Finley Public School in dressage and show jumping. Bianca and her pony Ollie were the individual primary high point winners on the day. Bianca won Champion Novice Dressage (1st & 1st), Champion 60cm Show Jumping (1st & 1st) and 5th Show Horse Advanced. Over the years Bianca has represented Finley Public School at a State level several times, at a National level in 2017 at the Australian Championships and being the youngest ever member of the Victorian team.

Have a great week, Jocelyn Robinson, Principal.


https://surveys.education.nsw.gov.au/s3/OSHCParentSurvey

https://surveys.education.nsw.gov.au/s3/OSHCParentSurvey



Principal’s Award

Alira G, Ruby B, Remi P and Tiffannie C

Gold Awards

Bianca G

Silver Awards

Tim M and Savannah F

Major Merit Awards

Madelynn P, Charlotte F, Remi P, Sam H, Savannah B, Archie B, Cooper S, Elijah T,

Xayden T and Isaac A

iPlay Awards

Robbie T, Cassie D, Ruby D, Macy P, Maggie B, Lucy L, Zac T, Chance P, Xayden T,

Rory B, Phoenix C, Bionee W, Tehya K, Jack L-M, Maria S, Laura M, Jeremy D,

Jackson T, Lillianna M and Maggie B

Library Awards

Eva L, Katelyn R, Blaine T, Bianca G, Georgie C, Tarlia D, Tehya K, Corey D, Jake E,

Jake B, Archie B, Patrick H, Lillianna M, Bethany L, Thomas C, Ieasha H, Lincoln C,

Bailey H, Madelynn P, Ella C, Ruby D and Lexie H

Roarsome Awards

Farron U, Hamish L, Imogen N, Harry D, Logan P, Nathan T, Indie M, Pippa E,

Molly C, Charlie W, Zac T, Xayden T, Lucy L, Caleb K, Bailey K, Ethan T, Campbell R,

Princess A, Patrick H and Anna M



Athletics Carnival Results – Age Champions

Junior Girls 1- Emilee Sneddon 2- Bella Rourke 3- Amber Lawlor

Junior Boys 1- Nathan Taylor 2- Judd Clarke 3 - Jack Lucas-Maher

Year 11 Girls 1- Milena Sneddon 2- Matilda Burton 3- Cherish Joseph

Year 11 Boys 1- Jackson Tooke 2- Harry Taylor 3- Ashley Hines

Senior Girls 1- Imogen Nash 2- Addison Clarke 3- Bianca Griffiths

Senior Boys 1- Lochlan Lucas-Maher 2- Ben Rourke 3- Will Smith

Congratulations to everyone that participated in this year’s modified Athletics Carnival. From the beginning of Term 3, students attended sport sessions where they were coached through the various athletics events including discus, shot put, high jump, long jump, short distance sprints and long distance running. Following this, students competed against each other within their age group to achieve their best possible result in each event. The wet weather did set us back a few weeks but we finally finished. Many thanks go to Ally Rourke, Rick Gardiner and Ken Gardiner for dedicating their time and their expertise to help the school, students and staff improve their skills and understanding of athletic events. It was amazing to see the wonderful display of sportsmanship by each and every student throughout this modified carnival. Congratulations to the following people who set new school records for various events. 9 Years Boys 100m - Campbell R 13 Years Girls 100m - Alira G Senior Boys 200m - Lochlan LM Junior Boys 1500m - Toby L 11 Year Girls 1500m - Milena S Senior Girls 1500m - Bianca G Senior Boys 1500m - Ben R Junior Girls Discus – Tehya K



Remembrance Day 2020

Thank you to Anne Freestone and the Finley RSL Sub Branch for inviting our School Captains

and Vice Captains to Memorial Park on Remembrance Day. It was a privilidge for us to take

part in the town commemoration this year. Thank you to Mrs Haynes, Mrs Taig and our

Prefects who conducted our school service.



Second Step Focus;

Taking Responsibility for Your Actions Taking responsibility for your actions is the respectful and right thing to do. It means “owning

your behaviours” and can be a very responsible and brave way to behave.

We are reminding children that nobody is perfect. We all make mistakes sometimes. The

important part is that we “own up” for our behaviours and mistakes, apologize and make

amends.

Telling the truth is always the best way to go.

Honesty is always the best policy.

Please discuss and practise ways with your children to take responsibility for their own actions

and the importance of honesty and telling the truth.

SCHOOL BANKING

Our last day of school banking for 2020 will Wednesday

2nd December.

School banking will resume on Wednesday 3rd February,

Week 2, Term 1 2021.

If you would like your child to participate in the school banking program please

visit the friendly staff at the Finley Branch of the Commonwealth Bank or visit

http/www.commbank.com.au



Finley Public School Lunch Order Forms

Wednesday and Friday ONLY

Name_____________________ Class__________ Date: _______________

FOOD ITEM PRICE QUANTITY TOTAL PRICE

Chicken Burger (Chicken Burger, lettuce and mayo)

5.00

Chicken Wrap (1 x chicken tender, cheese, lettuce and mayo)

4.50

Sweet Chilli Chicken Wrap (1 x Sweet chilli tender, cheese, lettuce and mayo)

4.50

Hot Dog with sauce 3.70

Hot Dog with cheese and sauce 4.00 Toasted Cheese Sandwich 3.00

Toasted Ham & Cheese Sandwich 3.50

Salad Tub with Chicken – tick salad options below 5.00 Salad Tub with Ham – tick salad options below 5.00

Lettuce Tomato Cheese Beetroot

Onion Pineapple Egg

Ham & Salad Roll (Ham, tomato, lettuce and cheese)

4.50

Chicken & Salad Roll (Chicken, tomato, lettuce and cheese)

5.00

DRINKS

Small Orange Juice 2.00 Small Apple Juice 1.20

Small Choc Milk 2.30

Small Strawberry Milk 2.30

TOTAL COST

AMOUNT ENCLOSED

If you need more canteen order forms please tick the box and we will send some home.

Forms can be downloaded and printed from the school website or on the Skoolbag app.


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