Monday 9th November, 2015

Term 4 Week 6

4501 Kyogle Road Telephone (02) 66897202

Wadeville Facsimile: (02) 66897469

NSW 2474 Email: barkersval-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Principal’s Message I would like to personally thank our team of volun-

teers who worked in difficult conditions at the Mas-

ters Barbeque in Lismore yesterday. Thankyou to

Vicki, James, Alison and especially Wren and Lisa

who not only gave their time yesterday but put in

many hours planning and preparing for the day.

Thank you. It was lovely working with such a friend-

ly, cohesive and dedicated team.

Last Tuesday our 2016 Kinder students attended

their final Orientation day. We look forward to them

commencing their Primary education at Barkers Vale

PS. A special thank you to Julie and Therese for en-

suring their smooth transition.

Last Wednesday Claragh and XXXX represented

the COLOURSS schools at the Speaking Finals in

Lismore at City Hall. I was so proud of them—it

would have taken a

lot of courage to

speak in front of

such a large audi-

ence in such a huge

hall. Both deliv-

ered their speech-

es confidently and

with great passion.

There were many

outstanding speak-

ers. Congratula-

tions to Claragh

who was runner up

in Stage 2, and

Alako who won the

Stage 3 section. As a result of their outstanding

performances, we won the Rivers Champion School

Award. Thank you to all our students who challenged

themselves in this competition. I am sure the skills

and confidence gained will serve them well in their

future. Well done.

Term 4 Week 6 Concert Practice and preparations Wednesday Nov 11th REMEMBERANCE DAY service 11am School nurse visiting K-1 students Thursday Nov 12th: Yr 6- Bullying, No Way—Kyogle HS Week 7 Wednesday-P&C Meeting

Thursday 19th November– Concert—6.00pm

Week 8 Intensive Swimming—all week Tues 24th Nov: Nimbin CS Orientation for Yr 6

Week 9 Tues 1st Dec-Nimbin CS Orientation for Yr 6 Thurs 3rd Dec: Nimbin CS & Kyogle HS Orientation for Yr 6, Musica Viva

Week 11 Monday 14th December: Students Reports home Tuesday 15th December: Year 6 Farewell Wednesday 16th December: Last day of term for students Friday 18th December: Last day of term for staff

VALE—In Remembrance

On Thursday 22nd of October, Maia Ryall, a for-

mer pupil of Barkers Vale School passed away af-

ter a 4 year battle with cancer. She was 20 years

old. We remember Maia fondly as a quiet, very

determined high achiever who excelled at every-

thing she put her mind to. Maia was an outstanding

student and public speaker. She was the most ex-

ceptional fundraiser for charity that our school has

ever seen. The solid friendships that she made at

Barkers Vale lasted for the rest of her life. She will

not be forgotten.

Our thoughts and condolences are with her mother

Rebecca and her sisters Arky and Mallee.

R.I.P. Maia.

Dear Barkers Vale families,

Phew! Our Masters BBQ fundraiser was certainly not boring. The weather was far from ideal

but it kept things interesting Humungous THANK YOU to Wren, Graeme, Vicki, James,

Kathy, Alison & Drew (Ms Ryan's stepdaughter). Also special mention to Edens parents for

supporting the P&C by buying lots of sausages sandwiches! I certainly had a great day with

you all & considering the weather we actually made a profit! Yay!

We can all look forward to the final weeks of term 4... Champion effort to all our recyclers!

Anyone that can contribute to canteen with home cooking (sweet or savoury) or their time

don't hesitate to contact me on 0414411435.

Take care folks, Lisa (P&C president)

(P&C president)

Recycling Roster Term 4 Thank you to all Recycling volunteers for this term, especially those who offered again. Here is the roster so

far:

As we have been doing in Term 3, the children will collect the paper and plastic and leave it on the cupboards

near the Library each Thursday afternoon. Thanks again.

Regards, Julie McT and the SRC

Week Who

6 - 12th Nov Trish Strange

7 - 19th Nov Wendy and Albie

8 - 26th Nov Therese Hedwards

9 - 3rd Dec Marley and Jamie

10 - 10th Dec Jacqueline and Martin

11 - 17th Dec Julie McTaggart

Our School Recycling Team

Attention Year 6 students BULLYING NO WAY

Kyogle High School is holding a 'Bullying No Way' day aimed at building resilience and acceptance of diversity. Great way to meet the class mates of 2016!

WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 12th, 9:30am travel by bus or private transport WHERE: Kyogle High School, Summerland Way Kyogle, NSW MORE INFORMATION The KHS Bully No Way Day aims to educate primary aged students about the causes, effects and management of bullying to facilitate a smooth transition into high school. The day will also focus on celebrating diversity to encourage students to be tolerant and accepting of others and their differences. Year 10 mentors will de-liver and guide students through a range of anti-bullying activities whilst providing so-cial and emotional assistance to create a safe and trusting environment.

Agenda 9.30am - students meet the Year 10 Mentors Sign up for free Connect with Gae Masters 11am - morning tea (canteen is available or bring your own food) 1pm – lunch 2.45pm - students collected or supervised for the bus

School Swimming Scheme We will once again be taking the whole school to Kyogle Pool for swimming lessons, during week 8 of this term (the week beginning Monday, 23rd November). There will be

no teachers at school during swimming times. Children from Years 2 to 6, who cannot

swim 25m confidently, unaided in deep water, are eligible to participate in the School

Swimming Scheme run by instructors employed by the Department of Education. Children

in Kindergarten, Year One and those older and more confident swimmers will be instructed

by BVPS teachers and parents.

Dates: Monday, 23rd November to Friday, 27th November, 2015.

Times: Session One: 10:25 to 11:10

Session Two: 12:15 to 1:00

Travel by BUS

Cost: Pool entry and instruction is FREE. Bus cost is $25 per child

And $45 in total for 2 or more children

Each day of swimming lessons your child will need to bring their swimmers, towel,

recess and lunch with drinks, hat and sunscreen. There will be NO canteen. It would be

best if the children could come dressed and ready to swim, as we have an early start.

We need parent helpers to make the week run smoothly. If you can help, please

fill in the form below. It’s a fun, rewarding week and the children benefit from your

support.

Please return the consent form with the correct money by Thursday, 19th

November, 2015.

Regards, Julie McTaggart

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School Swimming Scheme

I hereby consent to the attendance of my son / daughter ___________________________

at the Barkers Vale Swimming school classes to be held at Kyogle Pool from Monday 23rd,

November to Friday, 27th November, 2015. Travel will be by bus. I have enclosed

$___________ which is the total cost for the week.

In the event of injury or illness, I also authorise (on my behalf) the seeking of such medical

assistance that my child may require. Special needs of my child of which you should be

aware (eg. Allergies, sensory impairment etc) are:

_________________________________________________________________________

I can help on (please circle): NAME: _______________________________________

Monday: Session 1 Session 2 Tuesday: Session 1 Session 2 Wednesday: Session 1

Session 2 Thursday: Session 1 Session 2 Friday: Session: 1 Session

Signed: __________________________________________________Date: __________