18th October 2018

Term 4 Week 1

Phone: 02 49 487300

Fax: 02 49 471316

E-mail: jewells-

p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Website: www.jewells-

p.schools.nsw.edu.au School Security:

1300 880 021

Important Dates

OCTOBER Fri 19 Colour Run Mon 22 Canteen Re-opens Tues 23 Bandfest Wed 24 Bandfest Wed 24 P& C Meeting 6.30pm in the Library Thur 25 Kindy Orientation 1 Fri 26 Awabakal Excursion - Stage 1 NOVEMBER Wed 7 Kindy Orientation 2 and OC Orientation evening - 5pm Tue 20 Kindy Orientation 3 Fri 30 Christmas Concert DECEMBER Tue 4 OC in Class Orientation And Band Night Wed 5 Kindy Orientation 4 Fri 14 Presentation Day

Principals’ message

Welcome back! I trust that everyone had an opportunity to rest, relax and

make good use of family time. Though the weather may have hindered some

opportunities during the holidays, it has been much appreciated in those rural

remote areas for our farmers.

Shortly I will have completed my first year as principal of Jewells Primary

School and as I reflect upon things so far, the lessons learnt and imparted can

be quite simply articulated in the following few lines:

“Respect is earned…

Honesty is appreciated…

Trust is gained … and as a result,

Loyalty is returned”.

Jewells Primary School is an exceptional school. Significant planning is

underway to ensure that in 2019 we take things to a new and improved level.

School Parliament – Student Leadership

Our current student leadership team have done a remarkable job in

advocating for their peers and working alongside teachers and executive to

ensure positive and proactive initiatives are up and running within the

school. I would like to ensure that they are acknowledged and thanked for

the work thus far and plant the seed now for those considering leadership in

2019.

Term four is always a very busy period at school. Shortly, students will embark

upon nominations for 2019 School Parliament. As modelled, those students

who are interested in taking on a leadership role within the school must be

responsible, reliable, demonstrate initiative and lead by example.

The best leaders earn respect of their peers and the school staff by their

attitudes towards others and towards their education.

Year 5 students will soon be given the opportunity to nominate as a

candidate for leadership in 2019. Raise and nurture that pursuit. Please be

aware that the best candidates will be elected into the role irrespective of

gender.

Colour Run

This Friday 19 October 2018, Jewells

Primary P&C is holding a Colour

Run at school. Every student is en-

couraged to participate.

All funds raised are dedicated to

implementing a number of highly

engaging and developmental

asphalt artworks.

All funds raised are dedicated to implementing a number of highly engaging and

developmental asphalt artworks. Children are asked to bring a spare change of

clothes to school, most importantly a plain white shirt. (The colour powder is made of

high quality corn starch with permitted food colours. It is non-toxic, biodegradable,

skin sage and environmentally friendly).

Opportunity Class offers 2019

I am extremely excited to see the list of names of students who have been

successful in placing in the Opportunity Class for 2019. I know that offers are currently being made with some stu-

dents patiently waiting on the reserve list. The 2019 scholastic year is going to be an exciting and vibrant time for

all of our students, with some new initiatives and changes being made. Give careful consideration when decid-

ing on an offer being made. This is a great opportunity.

Selective High School Year 7 Applications 2020

Selective High School applications are now open for year 7 2020. Parents must apply online at the following link:

Parents must apply online at the following link: h t t p s : / / e d u c a t i o n . n s w . g o v . a u / p u b l i c - s c h o o l s /

s e l e c t i v e - h i g h - s c h o o l s - a n d - o p p o r t u n i t y - c l a s s e s / y e a r - 7

Scripture Planning for 2019

The school is working very closely with our SRE teachers to ensure effective planning for scripture lessons in 2019.

Heading home this term will be a note requesting that parents give careful consideration to whether their child is

involved in cross denominational scripture lessons (Catholic, Anglican etc). The scripture sessions are a fun,

interactive way for students to consolidate those values that we nurture both at home and at school. When your

child brings their scripture note home soon, please take the time to complete it and return it to the office.

Kinder Orientation

This term our new Kindergarten students for 2019 will participate in orientation sessions:

Thursday 25 October 9.45am-11.30am

Wednesday 7 November 12.15pm-2.15pm

Tuesday 20 November 12.15pm-2.15pm

Wednesday 5 December 9.45am-11.30am

At the beginning of each session parents will need to bring their child to the COLA area, where they will meet with

their buddy group. The children will then participate in a number of fun and interactive activities. This is an invalua-

ble time for them to become familiar with the school, some preliminary expectations and rules.

Term 4 Expectations

Term 4 is an exciting time for many students, especially as they prepare for landmark transitions such as moving on

to High School. Although this is a very busy and vibrant term with many scheduled extra-curricular activities

planned, I must advise all parents that any unacceptable behaviour that breaches the school wellbeing and

discipline policy may result in withdrawal from such activities, in addition to possible suspension from school.

I would expect that all students, even when reminded, demonstrate respect, care and safety, upholding our

motto and exhibiting our school values.

Barry Croft

Principal

SAVE THE DATE

When: Friday 30th November, 5-8pm

Where: Jewells Primary Top Oval/Asphalt

What to bring: BYO Picnic dinner/picnic rug/camp chairs

(due to Department regulations, the Christmas Spectacular

must be an alcohol free event)

All Jewells Primary students will be performing either in their

class item or as a part of their specialised groups (Band, choirs,

aerobics)

There will also be a coffee van, a Slushie van and a Mr Whippy

Ice Cream van available for spectacular treats!

More information will be sent home over the coming weeks.

We hope to see you there!

Jewells Primary Performing Arts Committee

SCHOOL NEWS

Valentine Torpedoes would like to invite you to their GO Swim Day to celebrate eve-rything great about swimming. This will be an opportunity to have some fun racing against your friends and the clock. Get in-volved in Australia’s most popular Olympic and Paralympic sport! The club BBQ and canteen will be open! All ages welcome. No need to RSVP...just turn up! Date: Friday 19 and Friday 26 October, 2018 Time: 6:30pm Location: Valentine Indoor Heated Pools, 1A St Johns Road, Valentine, 2280 What to bring: Swimmers and a fun atti-tude Contact: Zoe Humphrey (0416 808328) Please contact Zoe Humphrey on (0416 808328) if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

Jewells Uniform Shop

The Uniform Shop will be

OPEN 8.30am TO 9.30am on:

Mon 29th Oct - Closed

Mon 12th Nov

Mon 26th Nov

Mon 10th Dec

Due to uniform shop being closed on the 29th of October, orders can be placed at the office

and will be filled and returned as soon as possible . Sorry for any inconvenience.

The uniform shop will open on additional days for Kindy & OC orientations dates to be advised.

Paid orders can be left at the office anytime.

Payment by POPS, Eftpos or Correct Cash

Volunteers are appreciated ! Thank you !