Albury Public School

NEWSLETTER

TERM 1 WEEK 11 11 April 2019

481 David Street, ALBURY, NSW, 2640 Email: albury-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

OFFICE: 02 6021 3849 www.albury-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Our office hours are 8:30am to 3:30pm FAX: 02 60411265

A message from the Principal

With Week 11 nearly over we come to the end of a very long, hot and busy term. We are all

ready for a relaxing break and time with family and friends. The school term ends on Friday, 12

April. Students return for Term 2 on Tuesday 30 April. Thanks to everyone for your understanding

and support of the changes we have made in relation to school security and managing the flow

of people into the school at different times. Your cooperation and assistance has been

appreciated.

The staff has been reviewing our procedures in relation to managing serious incidents such as the

use of Epipens. We have consulted with parents/carers and will make further adjustments to

streamline our procedure. These will be communicated to all parents/carers early next term.

This week, interviews were held for the recruitment of a new Assistant Principal to replace Jess

Brooker. I am now waiting for Teacher Recruitment to conduct all necessary checks before the

successful applicant can be offered the position. I will have further information for you early next

term.

The results are finally in for our newly identified school values. These will be unveiled next term

with a small celebration to acknowledge the work and consultation that has occurred. The staff

will be defining the expected behaviours in relation to the newly identified values, at the staff

development day on the first day back of next term, Monday 29 April. These expected

behaviours will clearly identify the positive behaviours our whole school community will be

expected to demonstrate at school.

Thanks to all the parents/carers who were able to join us for the parent/teacher interviews last

week. If you still haven’t had a chance to catch the class teacher, please call the office to

make a mutually suitable time. Parents/carers are always encouraged to make a time to meet

with the class teachers to discuss ongoing progress throughout the year. Written reports will be

sent home next term with student-led conferencing in Term 3 as the major school initiated

reporting to parents.

Just a reminder that in our first week back at school, the Year 4 major excursion to Borambola

Sport and Recreation Centre, 1980 Sturt Highway (via Wagga Wagga) is happening from

Wednesday 1 May – Friday 3 May 2019. All medical forms should have been completed online

and permission notes should have been returned. If you require any further information regarding

what to pack and departure times, please see the class teachers. Any personal medication

required for the duration of the camp needs to be brought to Ms Singleton on the morning of the

camp, in the original packaging with the child’s name and dosage clearly labelled. Please also

complete the “medication administration” form and return to Ms Singleton on Wednesday

morning prior to leaving.

I look forward to a positive conclusion to our Term and leading into holidays. Wishing you a great

week and a safe holiday.

Quote of the week: “He who opens a school door, closes a prison.“ Victor Hugo

Principal - Lianne Singleton

School News

We will be holding our ANZAC Day Service under the

Cola at school on Friday 12 April 2019 at 10.40am,

hosted by our student leaders. Parents/carers and

friends are most welcome to attend.

All students are also encouraged to participate in the

ANZAC Day March along Dean Street, Albury

(Thursday 25 April 2019). Albury Public School students

are asked to be in their formal winter uniform. We

have been instructed by the RSL Club to line up by

8.40am in Macauley Street on the north side of Dean

Street in alphabetical order by school, ready for the

march to commence at 9.00am. Primary schools are to follow along after the high schools. A

reminder that children wearing medals of family members are to wear them on the right breast.

Only a veteran may wear their medals over their heart on the left breast. The march will

conclude in Townsend Street where students will be dismissed. We look forward to your child’s

attendance if possible at this very significant community event. There will be several staff

members marching with the group.

Children will be asked to march close together, four (4) abreast, on the right side of Dean Street.

The march will conclude in Townsend Street where students will be dismissed. Albury Public

School will assemble outside Hogs Breath Café where parents and carers may collect their

children. We look forward to your child’s attendance if possible at this very significant

community event.

ANZAC Commemorations

Netball

On Thursday 4 April, Zoe Morrison, Blaize

Seymour and Charlize Raudino

represented Albury Public School at the

Zone Netball Trials. All girls represented

Albury Public School extremely well and

should be super proud of their efforts.

Zoe and Blaize were selected to attend

Riverina Trials in Week 1, Term 2.

We wish you all the best!

AFL Clinic

This week Stage 1 and 2 enjoyed an AFL clinic provided by Jack

Bradley and AFL NSW/ACT. They learned skills such as handballing,

kicking and tackling. Thanks to the AFL NSW/ACT staff for giving their

time. - Mr Takle

Dates for your Diary!

Friday 12 April

School ANZAC Service 10:40 - 11:00am

Years 3 -6 Cross Country 11:30am

State Swimming Carnival

Last Day of Term 1

Monday 29 April Staff Development Day (No students on this day)

Tuesday 30 April All students return for Term 2.

Wednesday 1 May Year 4 Borambola Camp

No assembly

Thursday 2 May Year 4 Borambola Camp day 2

No assembly

Friday 3 May Year Borambola Camp day 3

Tuesday 7 May School Photos

State Swimming

2019 Cross Country

This Friday we will run our annual cross country carnival at the Albury Equestrian Centre. Students

are reminded to bring water, a hat, a healthy recess snack, suitable clothing in house colours

and appropriate footwear.

This will be the order of events for this year’s school cross country carnival: The first race will begin

at approximately 12:30pm, with subsequent races starting every 7 to 10 minutes.

1. Girls 10 years (2km)

2. Boys 8/9 years (2km)

3. Boys 10 Years (2km)

4. Girls 8/9 years (2km)

5. Girls 12/13 Years (3km)

6. Boys 11 Years (3km)

7. Girls 11 Years (3km)

Boys 12/13 Years (3km)

Family and friends are welcome to come along and support our runners. Thanks to those parents

and caregivers who have volunteered to assist on the day.

Mr Clift and Mrs Pargeter—Co-ordinators

Good Luck to our swimmers competing in the State Swimming this week.

Charlie Murphy, Bastion Hitchon, Fin Bready, Oliver Ayton, Seamus Bready, Levi Smith, Lachlan

O’Leary, Lucas Williams, Lara Collins.

Canteen and P&C News

Friday

12 April

Monday

29 April

Tuesday

30 April

Wednesday

1 May

Thursday

2 May

Friday

3 May

Helper needed Pupil Free Day Helper needed Helper needed Helper needed Helper needed

P&C Canteen News

Hello Everyone

The last week of term already!!

Don’t forget the menu changes for the cooler months ahead.

There will be no super salads available term 2 and 3 but we will have some great soups on offer.

Please note Super S Wednesday will remain for term 2 and 3…...Sushi, Spaghetti Bolognaise, Spaghetti

Carbonara and Soups will fill you up and keep you warm.

Please note no Salads, sandwiches or snack boxes as Soup will be the substitute.

Fried rice and potato bake is popular on a cold day too!

Enjoy the holidays

The menu can be viewed online at www.quickcliq.com.au

Jude and Emma Mobile 0422 701 463

Registrations are now open: www.nailcanhillrun.com.au

Sunday 5 May 2019

Online registrations close:

4:00pm 3 May 2019

Bib collection and last minute entries:

Dean Street bus stop at QEll Square,

Saturday morning 4 May 2019

2MC wishes you all a

very Happy Easter!

All of Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 made some

eggs-tremely impressive hats that would egg-cite any-bunny.

All yokes aside,

P&C News

With the AGM out of the way, and all of the executive roles filled, it is now safe to come to P&C

meetings without fear of being talked into taking on a position!

Our usual meeting date falls in the school holidays, but we have so much happening that we

have decided to hold an April Meeting on the 5th Tuesday (April 30th - first day back at

school). Please come and join us to get an inside look at what is going on behind the scenes at

APS. Lianne’s reports frequently answer questions and always provide insight into the workings of

a large successful public school. You may be involved in discussions on how we are planning to

benefit the school in spending fundraising money. The latest developments from out

environment committee are always exciting, with a large grant secured to improve the

grounds, and another in the application process, aiming to establish a pollinator garden. We

are working towards streamlining the meeting so that it is finished by 9pm, and if further

discussion is warranted, interested parties may move on to a nearby location. We would love

to see more faces, new and experienced equally welcome!

Hope to see you there!

Please don’t forget to support these wonderful businesses who’s generosity helped make out

Family Fun Fair so successful last year: ……(then post the list)