Ashford Central School

INFORMATION BROCHURE

ASHFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL

Address: 51 Martyn Street, Ashford NSW 2361

Phone: 02 6725 4101 Fax:: 02 6725 4336

Email: ashford-c.school@det.net.edu.au Revised: 18.10.2017

BEN DELANTY PRINCIPAL

This handbook has been produced so that parents will be better informed

about matters at the school.

Ashford Central School serves its small rural community by catering for

students from Kindergarten to Year 12.

This school seeks to provide a variety of learning experiences which will

foster individual development of knowledge, skills, attitudes, values and

understanding. While striving to achieve excellence in all subject areas, we

hope that each child will develop to his/her highest level of achievement.

Pupils are encouraged to participate willingly and fully in all school activities.

Because each pupil has individual interests and talents, they are all able to

make a valued contribution to the life of the school. Pupils with positive

attitude generally gain the greatest rewards from school.

The home has a vital role to play in encouraging the child by being interested

in his or her progress. It is therefore very important that the home and the

school work together, in our endeavours, for our children.

Principal’s Message Welcome to Ashford Central School

OUR MISSION Happy children, working with dedicated teachers in a pleasant and secure environment; preparing citizens who will be lifelong learners.

A brief history

In 1867, Mr William Cornwalle Elliot, who kept a private school in Ashford, applied to Council for

assistance in starting a public school. Permission was granted in 1868 and on the 21st December

in that year Ashford Provisional School reported an enrolment of 20 pupils.

By May 1890, after a number of openings and closures, there were 23 pupils on the roll. By

August of that year, the school had been converted to a public school. In 1899, the old school

was termed 'inconvenient' and so a new building was erected on two adjoining acres. In 1913,

the Teacher's Residence was built and fenced. By 1935, the school population had increased to

140 pupils and so a new school of 3 classrooms was built and the old building removed.

The school grew steadily and further improvements and extensions were made in 1962, 1966,

1968 and 1972. A major upgrade of the school buildings was undertaken in 2010-11. Between

1965 and 1968 the school was officially designated as a central school, catering for children

from Kindergarten to School Certificate level.

In 2003, the school introduced studies for the Higher School Certificate. The present population

is approximately 170 students with about 90 children in the Primary Department and 80 in the

Secondary Department.

School Directory

Julie MORRIS Assistant Principal

Kristy PHILLIPS Teacher 3-4

Simon SMITH Head Teacher Science Teacher

Jeremy ATKINS Head Teacher English Teacher

Grace WHITTAKER K-1 Teacher

Kyle HARTLEY 5-6 Teacher

Naomi HARVEY Primary Teacher

Jason LUCKETT Industrial Arts

Leza LUCKETT Food Technology

Mario PINTUS Maths

Neisha SARGEANT Science, HSIE, Careers

John DONALDSON PDHPE & Agriculture

Rebecca REALLY Geography & PDHPE

Seranna McINTYRE Art & History

Sam WIGGINS English

Michael SIMPSON Music & Language

Mindy DAVIS Librarian IST Teacher

Ben Delanty Principal (Relieving)

Amanda DELANTY 1-2 Teacher

Debbie CORBETT Assistant Principal (Relieving) Learning Support Teacher

Administration Staff

Alison MACKAY School Admin Manager (Relieving)

Sandy BAKER School Admin Officer

Gai HENDERSON School Admin Officer

Leah SHARPE School Admin Officer (Part Time)

Petula JERRARD Aboriginal Education Officer

Sally THOMPSON School Admin Officer (Part Time)

Shane KIPPAX School Admin Officer (Relieving)

Cathy FOELZ School Chaplain Teachers’ Aide

Trevor SMITH Ag Assistant (Part Time)

Boyd WILLIAMS General Assistant (Part Time—Relieving)

Staff on Leave

Joanne FIELD School Admin Manager

Vannessa ALEXANDER PDHPE

Pauleen LEWIS Assistant Principal

is responsible for efficient management, organisation and

supervision of the school.

assist the Principal in the management, organisation and

supervision of the school. The Assistant Principals are

specifically responsible for the efficient organisation of the

Infants and Primary Departments of the school.

assist the Principal in the management, organisation and

supervision of the school. The Head Teachers are specifically

responsible for the efficient organisation of the Junior and

Senior Secondary Departments of the school.

are responsible for the classes to which they are assigned

and also have other, school-wide responsibilities.

is an officer of the Directorate of Student Support Services

who visits the school to assist with matters of personal and

educational guidance.

assist the executive and the teachers in the organisation and

management of the school.

are representatives of the Student Council. Primary Captains

are elected from Year 6 and Secondary Captains are elected

from Year 11.

School Administration

THE PRINCIPAL

THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS

THE HEAD TEACHERS

THE CLASS TEACHERS

THE SCHOOL COUNSELLOR

THE SCHOOL ASSISTANTS

THE SCHOOL CAPTAIN AND VICE CAPTAIN

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The Infants/Primary classes are taught a curriculum which is organised into six Key Learning Areas.

These six areas are English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Human Society and Its

Environment, Creative and Practical Arts and Personal Development, Health and Physical Education.

The major emphasis of Primary Education is on Literacy and Numeracy.

The Junior Secondary, Year 7 to Year 10 classes, are offered a variety of subjects which are grouped

into eight Key Learning Areas. These eight areas are English, Mathematics, Science, Human Society

and Its Environment, Creative Arts, Personal Development, Health and Physical Education,

Technological and Applied Studies and Languages Other Than English.

The Junior Secondary Department will be teaching:

Curriculum

Primary Curriculum

Junior Secondary Curriculum

Senior students are offered a full and comprehensive range of subjects. Most of the subjects are

delivered by local teachers but, if the school is unable to offer the course locally, a course can be

accessed through Dubbo School of Distance Education.

Students can tailor individual courses by selecting a full range of Board Developed Courses, Board

Approved Courses and VET Courses including School Based Traineeships.

Senior Secondary Curriculum

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education Computer Studies Agriculture Food Technology Technics Indonesian PASS (Physical Activity and Sports Studies)

English Mathematics Science History Geography Art Music Design & Technology

All people in NSW, regardless of their culture or heritage, are at risk of over-exposure to ultraviolet

radiation from the sun. By the age of 15, many children have developed irreversible skin damage from

exposure to the sun. While skin cancer is the most common cancer in Australia, it is estimated that 95%

of skin cancers can be prevented through reducing exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun.

Ashford Central School is a sun-smart school. We have implemented the following guidelines to

encourage sun safety for all students and staff:

HATS—Students and staff are encouraged to wear sun-safe hats that protect face, neck and ears when

outside. These hats include legionnaire, broad-brimmed and bucket style hats. Baseball caps are not

recommended. Parents are asked to ensure that their children bring a sun-safe hat to school as a “NO

SUN-SAFE HAT: STAY IN THE SHADE” policy is enforced.

SUNCREEN— SPF 30+ sunscreen is available for students and staff to apply prior to outdoor activities.

SUNGLASSES—Students and staff are encouraged to wear close fitting, wrap around sunglasses that

cover as much of the eye area as possible, and comply with Australian Standard AS1067, when outdoors.

SHADE—The school grounds offer various shade trees and a COLA (Covered Outdoor Learning Area).

Shade structures are also installed above play equipment. Students are encouraged to eat and play in

the shaded areas.

CLOTHING—Our school uniform meets the sun-safe guidelines, including shirts with collars and longer

style, elbow length sleeves, longer style shorts and skirts. Rash vests are recommended for swimming

activities.

INFORMING THE SCHOOL COMMUNITY—Education on sun-safety is provided via articles in the school

newsletter. Sun-safety posters are displayed around the school.

SCHEDULING OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES—Where possible, we schedule outdoor activities such as sport,

assemblies and PE outside peak UV times (10am—2pm, 11am—3pm daylight saving). Sun protection

measures are considered when planning outdoor activities.

Sun Safe Procedures

This levy has been developed in consultation with the School Council and P & C Association and has

been fully supported by all bodies.

Fees are set at $40.00 per student per year.

For families with more than two children, fees are capped at $80.00 per family. The levy can be paid in

instalments on a term basis if you wish. If there is genuine hardship and a family can not pay its levy,

they are asked to contact the Principal for an interview. This levy covers all the costs of your child’s

education for the year and the only time there will be further expense is when your child is involved in

an excursion or has selected extra curricula activities.

Additional fees apply for students studying specialist subjects as follows:

School Contribution

Year 7 Technology Fee $30.00 per year

Years 5-8 Middle School Cooking Fee $20.00 per year

Years 9-10 Food Technology Fee $100.00 per year

Years 11-12 Hospitality Fee $120.00 per year

Years 9-10 Technics Fees $60.00 per year

Years 11-12 Technics Fees Pay for own materials

Years 7-12 Art Fees $10.00 per year

FOOD TECH FEES

TECHNICS FEES

ART FEES

No school can be a good school and take its proper place in the community without full parental

support and co-operation. It is only when staff, students and parents have mutual help, respect and

confidence that education becomes vital and worthwhile.

It is important that parents should be aware of the school’s goals and philosophy and that teachers

should know of parents' attitudes and aspirations. Understanding here can be achieved by:

(a) personal discussion with the Principal and staff

(b) attending regular meetings of the Parents’ and Citizens' Association

(c) attending school functions arranged for parent participation.

Parental Interest

COMMUNICATING WITH THE SCHOOL

PARENTS’ & CITIZENS’ ASSOCIATION

The school is here to serve children and parents. The school

telephone number is (02) 6725 4101. Interviews with the Principal

can be arranged by appointment. When visiting the school, please

call at the School Administration Office.

The purpose of the Ashford Central School P & C Association is to

assist the school in every possible way. All parents are encouraged to

join the association. The annual subscription is $2.00 per person.

Meetings are held on the school grounds as advertised in the school

newsletter. By joining the P & C Association, you will become active

in school affairs, know your school better and enjoy the opportunity

to make a valuable contribution to the education of your children.

President: Mrs Leza Luckett

Secretary: Mrs Georgina Krauss

Treasurer: Mrs Anne Foley

The school operates a system of levels for both positive and negative behaviour.

The Positive Conduct System cons ists of a number of awards which are made in recognition

of good conduct , effort, participation and/or achievement in class , sport or community

events. Chi ldren begin on Level 0 and move through Level 1(Green) , Level 2(Red) and

Level 3(Blue) as they receive class awards. Level 4 (S i lver) , Level 5 (Gold) and Level 6

(Platinum) are very prestigious awards made to those who deserve specia l recognition.

The fol lowing pages out l ine the student discip l ine code and the welfare program.

School Welfare Policy

Core Values

All Settings

Classroom Playground Toilets Canteen Moving Between Classes

Bus Lines Pool Hall

Safety

Keep hands and feet to yourself Stay in bounds Report any problems Use equip-ment safely Follow teacher instruc-tions

Stay seated during lessons Push chairs in Be in the right place at the right time Follow the class rules

Walk in building areas Be sun smart Right game in the right area Sit when eating Use and return equipment appropriately

Flush toilet Wash hands Use bins Playing games is for the play-ground Leave food and drink outside

Wait patient-ly in your line Stay behind line until your turn Leave the canteen when you get your food Take care with hot food

Walk directly to class when bell rings Line up sensibly outside class-rooms Place bags neatly outside classroom Move safely in stairwells Keep to left

Arrive calmly and line up on time Wait patient-ly Walk to and from buses Be aware of younger students getting on buses

Walk Hands and feet to your-self Observe pool safety rules Slip. Slop, Slap Look after your belong-ings Permission note to stay

Walk in hall area Stay off equipment Follow teacher’s instructions Hands and feet to your-self Use stairs carefully (walking)

Team-work

Help your-self and others Cooperate with every-one Accept and value contribu-tions of others Give eve-ryone a go and play the game

Work coopera-tively Be positive Participate to the best of your ability Raise hand and wait until asked to speak

Allow others to play the game Follow the rules and play fairly Share equip-ment Respect the achievements of others

Wait for friends outside Encourage hygiene Use only what you need of soap, paper and water

Put your orders in on time Allow others to collect lunch orders before buy-ing snacks Help young-er students if needed

Encourage others to move promptly and directly to class Know your own timetable and help others

Be aware of others on your bus Move off together when di-rected Walkers move when instructed

Participate in activities Get changed quickly Play in designated area Wear house colours with pride

Participate in activities Have fun and enjoy yourself Respect the achievement of others Choose seating wisely

Achieve-ment

Be pre-pared Always do your best Be a posi-tive role model Be proud of your success

Be on time for class Bring appropri-ate equipment Attempt all tasks to the best of your ability Remain on task Finish work on time

Demonstrate leadership Look after school grounds Show sports-manship Keep and main-tain a calm environment Have a plan for play

Be quick and leave promptly Use the toilet in breaks or before class Be clean and tidy

Know what you want before you get there Have money ready Speak clear-ly

Arrive on time Leave class on time Have correct equipment ready for next class. Eat all food before class or put in bag after recess and lunch

Get on the right bus Arrive on time Move into school grounds as soon as you arrive Care for your own belongings

Have your pool gear ready Arrive on time Participate and do your best Label clothes

Participate with enthusi-asm Acknowledge other’s achievement Sing loud and proud

Respect

Respect other’s space Speak and listen politely to others Be on time Follow instruc-tions promptly Wear school uniform Tolerate others Enter, exit and be-have peacefully in all set-tings

Value other’s opinions Treat others as you would like to be treated Use acceptable language Be punctual Allow others to learn Wear uniform and hats off in classroom Treat all teach-ers fairly

Speak and act politely Keeps hands, feet and other objects to your-self Return equip-ment Only eat your food Play in your allocated area Put rubbish in the bin Use electronic devices accord-ing to school policy

Allow others privacy Flush Respect the cleaners Respect all resources Keep walls free of graffi-ti

Say please and thank you Keep noise level low

Move quickly and quietly Keep hands and feet to yourself Remove hats before entering rooms Respect others’ property Allow others to arrive to class on time

Speak po-litely to students, staff and bus drivers Inform bus driver if you will not be on bus

Respect all adults Respect the privacy of others Quiet for roll call Dress appro-priately

Respect school property including hall equip-ment and facilities Be patient Tolerate compulsory activities.

Ashford Central School PBL Expectations Matrix

ASHFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL

POSITIVE WELLBEING PROGRAM

Platinum Bar positive awards. Available to Year 6 and 12 only, attaining gold level or above each school

year. Platinum Bar Award Certificate presented at Principal’s Assembly. School T-shirt.

Preference for leadership opportunities. End of year function

Platinum—60 positive awards. Platinum Award Certificate presented at Principal’s Assembly.

School T-shirt. Preference for leadership opportunities. End of year function

Gold – 50 positive awards. Gold Award Certificate presented at Principal’s Assembly. Name in newsletter.

School T-shirt. Preference for leadership opportunities. End of year function

Silver – 40 positive awards. Silver Award Certificate and school USB presented at Principal’s Assembly.

Name in newsletter. Preference for leadership opportunities. End of year function

Green – 10 positive awards. Green Award Certificate presented at Principal’s Assembly.

Name in newsletter

Red – 20 positive awards. Red Award Certificate and school pencil presented at Principal’s Assembly.

Name in newsletter

Blue – 30 positive awards. Blue Award Certificate and school pen presented at Principal’s Assembly.

Name in newsletter. Preference for leadership opportunities. End of year function

Zero – Every student at Ashford Central School starts on this level at the beginning of term four.

ASHFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL

Schedule of Misdemeanours

If the teachers observe the following behaviours, they will be entered onto a the classroom Daily Be-

havioural Record.

REMEMBER OUR AIM IS TO MAXIMISE LEARNING TIME IN EACH LESSON

Category 1 Misdemeanours

1. Disrupting others’ work.

2. Unacceptable behaviour.

3. Out of bounds.

4. Not following reasonable instructions.

5. Dangerous behaviour.

6. Late for class or assemblies (continuously).

7. Verbal abuse of another student.

8. Unacceptable language.

9. Offensive behaviour (minor) including electronic medium.

10. Rudeness to a teacher.

11. Not turning up for detention.

12. Being in possession of an unauthorised mobile phone.

Category 2 Misdemeanours 13. Insolence to a teacher.

14. Telling a deliberate lie.

15. Avoiding classes.

16. Using an unauthorised mobile phone at school.

17. Minor physical altercation

18. Deliberately breaking school property.

Category 3 Misdemeanours 19. Unacceptable behaviour while representing the school.

20. Malicious damage- any malicious damage caused by student malicious damage will be repaired

by the student. The cost of material and more serious repair will be paid for by their family.

21. Stealing.

22. Offensive behaviour

23. Smoking at school

24. Truancy

Category 4 Misdemeanours 25 Swearing at a member of staff (including electronic abuse)

26. Fighting

27. Serious assault on another student

28. Dangerous behaviour resulting in injury

29. Bullying

30. Cruelty to animals

31. Possession/consumption of illegal drugs/alcohol at school.

32. Making a vexatious and dishonest complaint about a staff member.

33. Carrying weapons in the school grounds.

34. Threatening assault of a staff member or students, a member of staff includes teachers,

school ancillary & support staff, parents and community members who are engaged in school related activities.

35. Spitting at or on another person

36. Discrimination, racism, sexism

The playground is not supervised until 8.30am. Early arrivals are discouraged

in the interests of the children’s safety.

Children late for school (after 9.05am for Primary and 8.45am for Secondary)

should report immediately to the school office and present a note explaining

their lateness.

All children must have written consent, from their parents, for each time they

wish to leave the school grounds. No child will be permitted to leave the

school premises without reporting to the duty teacher, the Principal or one of

the school executive staff. Students must also sign out at the school office

prior to leaving the school grounds.

TO HELP EXPLAIN YOUR CHILD’S ABSENCE, PLEASE USE THE NOTES ON THE

FOLLOWING PAGE. ADDITIONAL NOTES ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE SCHOOL

OFFICE.

Attendance

PLAYGROUND SUPERVISION

ARRIVING LATE TO SCHOOL

LEAVING THE SCHOOL GROUNDS

CONSENT FORMS

Unless granted exemption by the Minister of Education, the Public Instruction Act s tates that

chi ldren between the ages of 6 and 17 years must regular ly attend school each morning and

afternoon that the school is open.

I f a chi ld cannot attend school , the parents or guardians should advise the school, preferably

in wr iting, s tating the reasons for the chi ld 's absence.

PRIMARY BELL TIMES

8.45 - 9.05 Assembly

9.05 - 11.05 Morning Lessons

11.05 - 11.25 Recess

11.25 - 1.05 Middle Lessons

1.05 - 1.25 Lunch 1

1.25 - 1.45 Lunch 2

1.45 - 2.05 Lunch 3

2.05 - 3.05 Afternoon Lessons

SECONDARY BELL TIMES

8.45 - 8.50 Assembly

8.50 - 9.50 Period 1

9.50 - 10.50 Period 2

10.50 - 11.05 Prep

11.05 -11.25 Recess

11.25 - 12.25 Period 3

12.25 - 1.25 Period 4

1.25 - 1.45 Lunch 1

1.45 - 2.05 Lunch 2

2.05 - 3.05 Period 5

Bell Times

Student Absences & Absentee Notes

Child’s Name

Class

Dates absent

Reason

Other Comments

Parent/Guardian Name

Signature (Parent/Guardian) Date

All student absences must be explained. There are a number options available:

1. Telephone the school on 6725 4101 and the office staff will note the details.

2. Text message the school. For all absences (not previously explained) the school will send a text message after roll

call. Please reply to the text message and the details will be recorded directly into the student’s computerised record.

3. Write a note and send it with your child. A pro-forma note is included below. Additional notes can be collected from

the school office.

4. Email the details to the school. The address is ashford-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

5. Fax the details to the school. The fax number is 6725 4336

Uniforms

The Department of School Education encourages the wearing of school uni forms because it

ass ists in developing pride in the school and minimises distinctions between pupils ,

regardless of parents’ ci rcumstances. Uniforms are general ly no more expensive than other

clothing.

Kasper’s Embroidery, Inverell Phone 02 6722 5706

Ashford Central School

Ashford Central School or any other retail outlets

Ashford Central School

UNIFORM SUPPLIERS POLO SHIRTS K-10 SENIOR SPORT POLOS NAVY BLUE APPAREL SCHOOL JACKETS

Please note that the school logo can be embroidered onto

any article of clothing such as jumpers by making

arrangements with Kasper’s Embroidery.

Navy shorts or skirt with gold/navy/blue school polo shirt.

White socks, black shoes and a school broad brimmed hat.

Navy tracksuit pants or trousers with gold/navy/blue school

polo shirt and a navy tracksuit top or jacket. Navy blue

overcoat as required. White socks, black shoes and a school

broad brimmed hat.

INFANTS AND PRIMARY SUMMER UNIFORM WINTER UNIFORM

Navy shorts or skirt with blue/navy/gold school polo shirt.

White socks, black shoes and a school broad brimmed hat.

Navy tracksuit pants or trousers with blue/navy/gold school

polo shirt and a navy tracksuit top or jacket. Navy blue

overcoat as required. White socks, black shoes and a school

broad brimmed hat.

JUNIOR SECONDARY 7-10 SUMMER UNIFORM WINTER UNIFORM

Navy shorts or tartan skirt with white dress shirt/ business shirt and

tartan tie. White socks, black shoes and a school broad brimmed

hat. Alternatively the sky blue polo shirt with navy and gold collar

(sport shirt) can be worn.

Navy trousers or tartan skirt with white dress shirt/ business shirt

and tartan tie. Alternatively, navy tracksuit pants with sky blue polo

shirt with navy and gold collar (sport shirt) can be worn. Navy

tracksuit top or jacket. White socks, black shoes and a school broad

brimmed hat. Navy blue overcoat as required.

SENIOR SECONDARY 11-12 SUMMER UNIFORM WINTER UNIFORM

FOOTWEAR SAFETY

Parents are reminded that safety regulations demand that hard soled shoes with leather uppers must be worn by students when working in the Hospitality or Construction Workshops.

All pupils, Kindergarten to Year 11, are expected to take part in sport and physical education lessons

unless a written request for the child to be excused is received. Sport is optional for Year 12

students.

Infants sports day is Friday from 12.00pm to 1.05pm.

Primary sports day is Friday from 2.05pm to 3.05pm.

Secondary sports days are Monday and Thursday from 2.05pm to 3.05pm.

Community members visit the school every Tuesday for religious instruction for Infants and Primary

classes. Children attend scripture lessons unless parents request in writing that they attend the non-

scripture group.

Regular, purposeful homework is given to Infants, Primary and Secondary students. All students are

encouraged to regularly read at home.

Assessment in Primary and Secondary Departments is both continuous and progressive. Reports

based on assessment are issued at the end of each semester.

Parent interviews are held during second and fourth terms as a follow-up to the reports sent

home to parents. Parents can request an interview with the class teacher by contacting the

school after receiving the report.

All teachers are available for interviews with parents at any time throughout the year.

Appointments can be made with the teacher by contacting the school by phone

and making an appointment at a mutually convenient time.

Sport and Physical Education

Parent Teacher Interviews

Assessment

Homework

Religious Instruction

Canteen Ms Des ley Moss and Ms Ca itlan V ickers lease the school canteen from the P&C Association. The

canteen operates five days per week. Orders must be placed before 11.30am. The menu is provided

below:

Breakfast

Raisin Toast $1.00

Yoghurt w/fruit $1.00

Pancakes $1.00

Hot Chocolate $1.00

Piece of toast with your

choice of topping $0.50

Snacks

Fruit Muffins $1.00

ANZAC Biscuits $0.50

Pop Cakes $0.20

Yoghurt $1.00

Chips Small $0.50

Large $1.00

Zooper Dooper $0.50

Frozen Fruit Cup $0.50

Frozen Milk Cup $1.00

Frozen Yoghurt $1.00

Paddle Pop $2.00

Fruit Kebab (seasonal fruit

On a stick $1.00

Dessert Cups (yoghurt or

custard w/ jelly & fruit) $1.50

Lunch

Standard Pie $2.00

Deluxe Pie $3.50

Muffin Pizza $1.00

Sausage Rolls $2.00

Chicken Burger $4.00

Hamburger $4.00

Lasagne Small $2.50

Large $4.00

Spaghetti Small $2.50

Large $4.00

Nuggets 3 for $1.00

Fish Fingers 3 for $1.00

Mini Quiche $3.00

Cheese & Vegemite Scrolls

$2.00

Pizza Scrolls $2.00

Tuna Patty w/salad $4.00

Tub of Salad Small $2.50

Large $3.50

Tub of Meat & Salad (chicken

or ham) Small $3.00

Large $4.00

Pizza – Available Thursday

Homemade pizza base spread w/ tasty

pizza sauce. Toppings include:

Ham & Pineapple

Canteen Supreme (beef, onion &

capsicum)

3 Meat (beef, chicken & ham)

All topped w/ Mozzarella Cheese

Single Serve $2.50

Sandwiches/Wraps

Bread - White, Wholemeal & Multigrain

Jam $1.00

Honey $1.00

Vegemite $1.00

Cheese $1.00

Tuna $1.00

Ham $2.00

Chicken $2.00

Salad $3.00

Meat & Salad Sandwich $4.00

Meat & Salad Wrap $4.50

Sweet Chilli Chicken Wrap $5.00

Built it Yourself – Take any of our availa-

ble sandwich/wrap fillings and make it

yours!

Lunch Specials

These meal options are offered in limited

quantity each day, so be sure to order

nice and early!

Monday

Fish Cakes & your choice of salad or

Meatballs w/ Spaghetti $4.00

Wednesday

Ham & Egg Pizza Cups w/ your choice

of salad or Chicken Patties w/ your

choice of salad – either a container or on

a sandwich $4.00

Friday

Pulled Pork w/ a small portion of

crunch salad or Pulled Chicken and gravy

served on a bread roll $3.00

Salad Options

Traditional – Lettuce, Tomato, Red On-

ion, Grated Carrot, Cucumber, Capsicum,

Beetroot, Celery, Grated Cheese and

your choice of Italian or Mayo dressings

Crunchy – Finely sliced cabbage, Celery,

Spring Onion, Sliced Red Onion, Diced

Carrot w/ Thousand Island Dressing and

Crispy Noodles

Potato Salad – Potato, Boiled Egg, Red

Onion w/ Creamy Mayonnaise

Pasta Salad – Pasta, Spring Onion, Diced

Capsicum, Grated Carrot, Grated Cheese

w/ homemade Pasta Salad Dressing

Small $2.50

Large $3.50

Drinks

Water $1.00

Popper $1.50

Pop Top $2.00

Juice 350ml $2.50

500ml $3.00

Flavoured Milk 300ml $2.00

500ml $3.00

Made/cooked at the canteen

Common Infectious Diseases

Chicken Pox Time from exposure to illness 10 to 21 days, usually 14 to 16 days. Symptoms Slight fever, runny nose and a rash that begins as raised pink spots that blister and scab. Do I need to keep my at child home? Yes, for 5 days from the onset of the rash and when the blisters have dried. How can I help prevent spread? Immunise your child at 18 months of age. Immunisation is recommended for children at 12 years if they are not immune.

Conjunctivitis Time from exposure to illness 1-3 days. Symptoms The eye feels scratchy, is red and may water. Lids may stick together on waking. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, while there is discharge from the eye. How can I help prevent spread? Careful hand washing; avoid sharing towels. Antibiotics may be needed.

Gastroenteritis Time from exposure to illness Depends on the cause: several hours to several days. Symptoms A combination of frequent loose or watery stools, vomiting, fever, stomach cramps, headaches. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, at least for 24 hours after diarrhoea stops. How can I prevent spread? Careful hand washing with soap and water after using the toilet or handling nappies and before touching food.

German Measles (Rubella) Time from exposure to illness 14 to 21 days. Symptoms Often mild or no symptoms: mild fever, runny nose, swollen nodes, pink blotchy rash that lasts a short time. Can cause birth defects if pregnant women are infected. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, for at least 4 days after the rash appears. How can I help prevent spread? Immunisation (MMR) at 12 months and 4 years of age.

Glandular Fever Time from exposure to illness 4 to 6 weeks. Symptoms Fever, headache, sore throat, tiredness, swollen nodes. Do I need to keep my child at home? No, unless sick. How can I help prevent spread? Careful hand washing, avoid sharing drinks, food and utensils and kissing.

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Time from exposure to illness 3 to 5 days. Symptoms Mild illness, perhaps with a fever, blisters around the mouth, on the hands and feet and perhaps the nappy area. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, until the blisters have dried. How can I help prevent spread? Careful hand washing especially after wiping nose, using the toilet and changing nappies.

Influenza Time from exposure to illness 1 to 3 days Symptoms Sudden onset fever, runny nose, sore throat, cough, muscle aches and headaches. Do I need to keep my child home? Yes, until they look and feel better. How can I prevent spread? Careful hand washing, especially after coughing, sneezing or wiping your nose. Immunisation is recommended for children with chronic illnesses.

Measles Time from exposure About 10 to 12 days until first symptoms and 14 days until the rash develops. Symptoms Fever, tiredness, runny nose, cough and sore red eyes for a few days followed by a red blotchy rash that starts on the face and spreads down the body and lasts 4 to 7 days. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, for at least 4 days after the rash appears. How can I prevent spread? Immunisation (MMR) at 12 months and 4 years. Childcare/school attendees who are not immune may be excluded for 14 days after onset in the last case at the facility.

Meningococcal Disease Time from exposure to illness Usually 3 to 4 days (can range from 2 to 10 days). Symptoms Sudden onset of fever and a combination of headache, neck, stiffness, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness or rash. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes! Seek medical attention immediately. How can I help prevent spread? Individuals who have had close contact with the infected child should see their doctors urgently if symptoms develop and may need to have a special antibiotic. Immunisation with Meningococcal C vaccine at 12 months of age.

Head Lice Time from infestation to eggs hatching Usually 7 to 10 days. Symptoms Itchy scalp, white specks stuck near the base of the hairs; lice may be found on the scalp. Do I need to keep my child at home? No, as long as head lice management is ongoing. How can I prevent spread? Family, friends and classroom contacts should be examined and treated if infested. Clothing and bedding should be washed in hot water.

Hepatitis A Time from exposure to illness About 4 weeks (can range from 2 to 7 weeks) Symptoms Often none in small children; sudden fever, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes), dark urine, pale stools. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, for 2 weeks after first symptoms or 1 week after onset of jaundice. How can I help prevent spread? Careful hand washing; those that have had close contact with an infected child may need to have an injection of immunoglobulin; immunisation is recommended for some people.

Impetigo (School Sores) Time from exposure to illness 1 to 3 days. Symptoms Small red spots change into blisters that fill up with pus and become crusted; usually on the face, hands or scalp. Do I need to keep my child home? Yes, until antibiotic treatment starts. Sores should be covered with watertight dressings. How can I prevent spread? Careful hand washing.

If your child has an infectious disease, it is mandatory that you advise the school

as soon as possible after diagnosis. This will assist the school in managing further

outbreaks. The school is also required to notify the Department of Health.

Scarlet Fever Time from exposure to illness 1 to 3 days. Symptoms Sudden onset of sore throat, high fever and vomiting fol-lowed by a rash in 12 to 36 hours. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, until at least 24 hours after treatment has begun and the child is feeling better. How can I prevent spread? Careful hand washing. Sick contacts should see their doc-tor. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, until the day after fungal treatment has begun. How can I help prevent spread? Careful hand washing.

Slapped Cheek Time from exposure to illness 1 to 2 weeks. Symptoms Mild fever, red cheeks, itchy lace-like rash and possibly cough, sore throat or runny nose. Can cause foetal disease in pregnant women if they have not been previously infect-ed. Do I need to keep my child at home? No as it is most infectious before the rash appears. How can I prevent spread? Careful hand washing, avoid sharing drinks

Whooping Cough Time from exposure to illness Usually 9 to 10 days (can range from 6 to 20 days). Symptoms Starts with a running nose, followed by persistent cough that comes in bouts. Bouts may be followed by vomiting and a whooping sound as the child gasps for air. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, until the first 5 days of a special antibiotic have been taken. How can I help prevent spread? Immunisation at 2, 4, 6 months and 4 years of age. A par-ticular antibiotic can be given for the patient and those who have been in close contact. The infected child should be excluded from childcare and school until 5 days after treatment begins. Unimmunised childcare attendees may be excluded from childcare unless they take the antibiotics.

For further information please call your local Public Health Unit on 1300 066 055 or visit the New South Wales Health website www.health.nsw.gov.au

Molluscum Contagiosum Time from exposure to illness 7 days to 6 months. Symptoms Multiple small lumps (2-5mm) on the skin that are smooth, firm and round with dimples in the middle. Lumps in children are mostly on the face, trunk and upper arms and legs. Symptoms can last 6 months to 2 years without treatment. Do I need to keep my child at home? No. How can I help prevent spread? Avoid contact sports when a child has uncovered lumps.

Mumps Time from exposure to illness Usually 16 to 18 days (can range from 12 to 25 days. Symptoms Fever, swollen and tender glands around the jaw. Do I need to keep my child home? Yes, for 9 days after onset of swelling. How can I prevent spread? Immunisation (MMR) at 12 months and 4 years of age.

Ringworm Time from exposure to illness Varies (may be several days). Symptoms Small scaly patch on the skin surrounded by a pink ring. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, until the day after fungal treatment has begun. How can I help prevent spread? Careful hand washing.

Scabies Time from exposure to illness New infections: 2 to 6 weeks, reinfection: 1 to 4 days. Symptoms Itchy skin, worse at night. Worse around wrists, armpits, buttocks, groin and between fingers and toes. Do I need to keep my child at home? Yes, until the day after the treatment has begun. How can I prevent spread? Individuals who have had close contact with the infected child should be examined for infestation and be treated if necessary. Wash linen, towels and clothing worn in the past 2 days in hot water and detergent.

Medication at School

I f your chi ld is required to take medication at school , it must be kept in the school office. For

short term prescription medication such as antibiotics, please complete this form and br ing i t

with the medication to the school office. Staff are unable to administer medication without

th is paperwork. Please note that i f your chi ld is on long term medication, such as Rita l in ,

different forms are required. Al l medication forms are avai lable from the school office.

The ‘School News’ is published each Friday during the school term. It contains

items of interest to all those with children attending Ashford Central School and

to the community in general. The newsletter is sent home with the eldest child

from each family. It is also available on the school internet site.

Parents whose children are aged five years and over, and are conveyed by

private motor vehicle more than 1.6km to a school charter bus service or to

school, are entitled to a School Drive Subsidy. A separate application is needed

for each pupil. School Drive Subsidy is not paid automatically. Since the

subsidy is not payable retrospectively, it is recommended that parents make the

application at the time of enrolment. Further information may be obtained from

the school office or by completing the online application form at

transportnsw.info/school-students.

Ashford Central School is located in the NSW ‘Western Division’. As such, the

January school holidays are extended for an extra week for both students and

staff. Our school starts lessons in Term 1 each year one week after the students

in the eastern part of NSW. The start date is advertised in the Ashford School

News and can also be located on the school notice board. Please note that our

school starts one week after schools located in Inverell.

Navy and Gold

Severn — Red Macintyre — Blue Frazer — Yellow

Ashford Play the Game

Other Important Information

SCHOOL NEWS

CONVEYANCE SUBSIDY

BUS OPERATORS

WESTERN DIVISION SCHOOL

HOLIDAYS

SCHOOL COLOURS

HOUSE COLOURS

SCHOOL MOTTO

Dave and Rhonda BOARDMAN

Emmaville Road & Wallangra Runs 6725 4111

0429 920 364

Bill IRWIN Bonshaw Road Run 6725 4075

0499 885 001

Inverell Bus Service

Graman Run 6722 3598

Paula BEVERIDGE

Town Run and

Coalmine/Limestone Road Run

6725 4333

0428 130 514

Pupils turning five before the 31st July are eligible to enrol.

Under the Public Health Act 2010 and the Public Health Regulation

2012, primary schools must request and record the immunisation status

of each enrolled child.

The Immunisation History Statement which is issued by the Australian

Childhood Immunisation Register (ACIR) is required as proof of

immunisation status for enrolment at school under the NSW Public

Health Act 2010. The Personal Health Record (Blue Book) is

not acceptable evidence.

Parents can request another copy of the History Statement by calling

the ACIR on 1800 653 809, requesting a statement by emailing

acir@medicareaustralia.gov.au or visiting Medicare Online Services at

www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/online or a local Medicare office.

If there are any concerns about your child’s hearing, Inverell Community

Health can carry out a hearing check for your child, free of charge.

Please call 6721 9600 to make an appointment.

All children under the age of 18 years with a valid Medicare card are

eligible for free dental services which are provided at the Dental Clinic in

the grounds of Inverell Hospital. Please call 1300 651 625 to book these

services. Adults who hold a valid Health Care Card or Pension Card are

also eligible for these services.

Elementary road rules

How to dress themselves

Their name, address, age and phone number

How to go to the toilet by themselves

Not to loiter on the way to and from school

Not to visit friends without permission

Not to go anywhere with strangers

ENROLMENT AGE

IMMUNISATION

HEARING TESTS

DENTAL CLINIC

THINGS YOUR CHILD SHOULD KNOW

BEFORE STARTING SCHOOL

Verse 1

Australians all let us rejoice,

For we are young and free;

We've golden soil and wealth for toil;

Our home is girt by sea;

Our land abounds in nature's gifts

Of beauty rich and rare;

In history's page, let every stage

Advance Australia Fair.

In joyful strains then let us sing

Advance Australia Fair

Rolling hills surround us,

Severn ripples near us

Staunch and true in all we do,

Comrades all around us.

As the years go rolling by

We’ll remember ideals high,

Let our voices reach the sky,

Ashford, Play The Game.

National Anthem

Dear God, we thank you for health in mind and body, and for the opportunity in school to develop these gifts. Fill our hearts with your grace, so that growing in wisdom and goodness, we may become worthy citizens of our nation.

Verse 2

Beneath our radiant Southern Cross

We'll toil with hearts and hands;

To make this Commonwealth of ours

Renowned of all the lands;

For those who've come across the seas

We've boundless plains to share;

With courage let us all combine

To Advance Australia Fair.

In joyful strains then let us sing,

Advance Australia Fair.

Ashford, we will honour always,

As we travel o’er life’s highways.

This, the motto of our school days,

Ashford, Play the Game.

Blue and gold our flag is flying

Over us as we are striving

On freedom, God and right relying,

Forward on we march.

SCHOOL PRAYER

School Song