Woodburn Public School

Shane’s SimplicitiesThis week concludes our 2011 school year for students. Tonight we will gather to share our annual Presentation Evening and tomorrow night we will farewell our Year 6 students. The nights ahead are sure to be busy, but also enjoyable. Following our Year 6 Farewell on Thursday all students are able to join in the Farewell Disco between 7:00 and 9:00pm. This is not a fundraiser as such and only involves a small entry fee. There will be no food or drink on sale.

Thursday – School is open for BusinessPlease be advised that the NSW Teacher’s Federation Stop Work meeting announced for this coming Thursday will only cause minimal interruption, if any, among staff at our school. Our school will be operational and all students are expected to attend as normal.

Classes 2012With the consolidation of enrolment numbers for 2012 we will commence the new school year with 5 classes. Plans based on known enrolments at this stage will see a Kindergarten class, a year 1/2 multi-age class, a year 3 class and two senior multi-age classes. The final details for our senior classes is being developed as the teachers are hoping to work collaboratively to provide students with tailored learning experiences between the two classes. It is intended to have students working in explicit literacy and numeracy sessions that meet the student’s level of learning and provide them with positive and engaging activities that support and extend student achievement.

Presentation NightI look forward to sharing with staff, students and families a wonderful end to our school year at tonight’s Presentation Evening. It is a lovely chance to celebrate and recognise the achievements of students over the past 12 months. Students are to wear school uniform and will be

For Your Diary

Week 10 12 - 16 DecWed Presentation Night 7:30pmThur Yr 6 Farewell 5-9pm K-6 Disco 7-9pm $1Fri No Talent Quest K-6 Swimming Free Last day of schoolWeek 1 27 January 2012Fri Staff returnWeek 2 30 Jan-3 Feb 2012Monday All students return P & C MeetingMonday 13 February 2012

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Week 10 Term 4 Wednesday 14 December 2011

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Woodburn StWOODBURN 2472

I wish we could put some of the Christmas spirit in jars and open a jar of it every

month. ~Harlan Miller~

seated in their class groupings throughout the evening.

Rain Water TankOver the coming holiday break we hope to have a 20000 litre water tank installed to service our student toilet block. This will save us using our current water supply and save our rainwater simply running off as waste. This is another little project that will help to make a great school a little more environmentally friendly. (We are still awaiting news regarding solar installation.)

Safe and Happy HolidaysI wish all families the safest and happiest of festive seasons. To families leaving our school over the break I wish you all the best for whatever lies ahead. To new and returning families I look forward to students commencing school on Monday, January 30th, 2012.

Until next week......

Class Christmas PartiesAll classes will be having their class parties Friday December 16 following the No Talent Quest at approximately 12.30pm.

Children will need to bring a small plate of food to share with their class. It would be great if the plate could be a disposable plate or if you need to send in a container please ensure that it is clearly

marked so it can be returned.

Following the party all students K-6 will be going to the pool (2.10pm) for the remainder of the afternoon. Children will need to bring swimmers, rash shirt, towel, sunscreen and thongs. there will be

no charge for pool entry as this is a catch up from earlier in the year.

Class Teachers

Thank you to the School Choir A great big thank you goes to all parent and students who attended Carols in the Park (Hall) on Sunday night in Woodburn. I would especially like to thank the School Choir who performed wonderfully well and showed that they know how to

have a good time.

Suzanne JohnstonChoir Teacher

Year 6 FarewellYear 6 Farewell is on Thursday 15 December. Students will need to arrive at 5pm. Any parent who is able to help with cooking of meals or setting up before the event, your assistance would be much appreciated. A school disco will follow the farewell from 7-9pm.Rebecca ManderYear 6 Teacher

School DiscoOn Thursday 15 December, we will be holding a school disco at the hall from 7pm-9pm. Entry is $1 per student (there will be no food or drinks available). This event will coincide with the Year 6 farewell and we invite all WPS students to come along and boogie the night away with the Year 6 students before their final day at primary school!

Rebecca ManderYear 6 Teacher

Holiday Reading is RAD!Backpacks filled with reading goodies have been sent home this week. We appreciate your support over the summer holiday period in ensuring your child maintains their improved reading skills. The diary is to be filled out every day over the holidays and returned to school Week 1, 2012. Students who return their completed diary will receive a prize and a certificate!

Rebecca ManderLiteracy Coordinator

Student BankingRemember to bring in your banking each Friday. If you haven’t yet opened an account and would like to, just ask for an application form at the office.

Lyn BlakeSCHOOL BANKING COORDINATOR

Recipe BookThe book is looking great is on sale now from the office! There are over 100 recipes - all tried and true favourites! The cost is $12 and we are asking that orders be placed so we can organise the printing. Kim & AlisonP & C FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE

Mobile Library The mobile library service will recommence at the school on Tuesday 31 January 2012.

Community StuffPlaygroup at Woodburn Public School

Every Thursday (please note change of day!) from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Come along for a fun morning. We have a great facility with plenty of toys and games. It’s very informal - a chat and morning tea while the kids play. Mum, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Carers, ALL WELCOME!

Zumba Fitness ClassCome and join the party! Classes at Woodburn Public School Hall on Tuesday nights from 6:30 - 7:30 pm. $10 Move to Improve with Shelly.

Fishing WorkshopsFishcare NSW will hold 4 kids fishing workshops at Ballina 16, 17, 18 and 19 January. Please contact Chris Sheen on : 66261381 (leave a message). Bookings are essential by the 14 December. Cost: $40 Kids learn: Knots and rigs , rules and regs, safe handling of fish for catch and release, casting ,and a practical fishing session. Kids take home: Shimano Rod and reel, hat, T-shirt, and a show bag with tackle box.

Go4Fun® FREE, fun program for kids to become fitter, healthier and happier

Are your children 7 to 13 years old?Are you worried they are above their healthy weight? The Go4Fun program helps girls and a boys get healthy and fit in only 10 weeks - and helps them stay that way!

The next Go4Fun® program begins in Lismore, Ballina and Casino in Term 1, 2012.Contact Lismore & District Women’s Health Centre on 66219 800 or go4fun@lismorewomen.org.au for info.

The Woodburn Wolves would like to welcome all past and new soccer players for the 2012 season! The sign on days are Saturday, February 11th from 9am to 12 pm and Saturday February 18th from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at the fields in Woodburn. Socks will be given to all new players. Please note that all fees must be paid in full prior to any player taking the field. Hope to see you in February to gear up for a great season!

Returning to Study?Are you thinking of returning to study or training but don’t know where to start?The Education, Employment and Support Faculty at Ballina Campus runs a variety of full or part time courses designed to give you the confidence and skills to engage in Further Training and Education.Contact Julie Wykeham on 66818900

Paul’s CapsPlease collect Paul’s Milk caps (if you buy Paul’s milk) over the holidays and send them in next year!Thanks

Cover Page by Chloe Gillett (5/6M) Cover Page by by Chloe Gillett (5/6M)

Rostered Weeks Monday FridayWeeks 1 & 6 HELP NEEDED Mel Gillett Cheryl Williams HELP NEEDEDWeeks 2 & 7 Kaz Humphris Kim Skaines Narelle Woodley Natalie PiggottWeeks 3 & 8 Mel Gillett HELP NEEDED Denise Kuhn HELP NEEDEDWeeks 4 & 9 Mel Gillett Karel Mason Kaz Humphris Kim DeahmWeeks 5 & 10 Chris & Lynda Hicks Fern Lock Naomi MikkelsenIf we don’t get any more helpers for the canteen we will only be opening 1 day per week. WE REALLY NEED TO KEEP UP THIS SERVICE FOR OUR CHILDREN! Please phone the office and offer your help!

Parent Helpers for the next week are in bold. Thanks for your ongoing help - we really appreciate you! If you cannot make it on your rostered day it is up to you to find a replacement. Any ideas for canteen PLEASE come along to the next P & C Meeting!

Canteen Roster

RIPA’s Scarlett Horder Amelia Corbett1/2J Tamika Obst Maddison Gordon Daniel Williams4/5D Michael Lock Amelia Corbett Jai Deahm

Award Winners

Yummy Eats & Scrumptious Treats Order Form

I would love to order _________ Cook Books at $12:00 each. I enclose $__________

Name: ______________________________________ Contact No. _____________________

Big Day Out - A Fabulous, Fun Day!!