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23 High St, PO Box 212 Ph: (02) 65647162 Email: bowraville-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

BOWRAVILLE NSW 2449 Fax: (02) 65647801 Website: http://www.bowraville-c.schools.nsw.edu.au

BOWRAVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL

NEWSLETTER

TERM 1, WEEK 6, 5th March 2014                               PRINCIPAL: Malcolm McFarlane 

Calendar  

6th to 7th March  Yr. 10 Leadership Training ‐ Sco s Head  20th March  Yr. 9 Gold Students ‐ Mountain Bike Course 

7th March  Zone Touch Trials ‐ 15 yr.  27th March  P & C AGM and General Mee ng  9.30am 

12th to 14th March  Yrs. 7 & 8 Camp ‐  Hat Head  7th April  Term Assembly 

17th March  Yrs. 7 & 9 Vaccina ons  2nd to 11th April  Year 12 Half Yearly Exams 

17th ‐ 21st March  Primary Industries Work Experience—Taree  11th April  Gold Day 

BCS Art Class Supports Organ Dona on 

Students in BCS Visual Arts elec ve class were proud to play a part in suppor ng Organ Dona on’s latest awareness  program  ‘Have  the  conversa on  that  saves  lives’.  Along  with  all  other  high  schools  from Woolgoolga to Macksville they were given a canvas to produce an artwork that represents the slogan of the campaign. The canvas was cut in two ver cally and then screwed together back to back. Students then painted  and  glued  graphics  to  create  a  collage.  It  was  then  fixed  to  recycled  parts  to  create  a  3D interac ve artwork.   Students a ended the opening of their artworks at the Coffs Harbour Hospital. The student artworks are now on display at the Coffs Harbour Base Hospital.  

Aaron Lyons, Courtney McEwen, Shaun James, Ashleigh White, Megan Johnstone, Sara Johnstone, Gracen Laverty 

P R I N C I PA L’ S M E S S AG E

S C H O O L N E W S On Friday last week Jordan Goddard from the Australian Rugby Union came to our school to promote the game of Rugby  Sevens.  Students  from  Years  8  to  10  were involved  in  fun  ac vi es  and  then  listened  to  an excellent  presenta on  about  the  opportuni es  for  our students  in Rugby Union. The  focus was on girls sevens and  how  the  game will  be  part  of  the  2016 Olympics.  Rob Symonds 

Safety First

Student  safety  is of  course of paramount  importance for any  school. Here at Bowraville Central we have a very  pro‐ac ve  Work  Health  and  Safety  commi ee which meets regularly to iden fy risk and manage any poten al  hazards.  Some mes  however  it  seems  that no  amount  of  planning  and  awareness  can  avoid accidents. Many of you would be aware of the recent tragedy at a Sydney school where a tree unexpectedly dropped a large limb, resul ng in death and injury.   All  NSW  schools  will  be  assessed  over  the  coming weeks and months  in an a empt  to check  that  there are  no  trees  posing  a  poten al  hazard  to  anyone.  I have requested  that when  the appropriately qualified assessor visits here (before the end of March) that not only  the school’s main campus but also  the  farm and community  garden  are  properly  assessed.  It  is  our hope  that  everyone  within  the  Bowraville  Central School community should feel safe while anywhere on site.  Of course we always welcome any sugges ons at any me  in  an  effort  to make  our  school  an  even  safer 

place for all.  Have a great week. Malcolm McFarlane 

Humpy Dumpty Biscuits Year  1/2  had  fun  decora ng  biscuits  to  look  like Humpty  Dumpty.  The  Children  read  the  nursery rhyme,  wrote  their  own  ending  and  enjoyed reading about the real ‘Humpty Dumpty’ canon. 

Beauty and the Geek Rocked! There was a record breaking crowd at the School Social last Tuesday evening. The theme “Beauty and the Geek” was a huge success as many students obviously spent hours in front of the mirror making themselves beau ful or geekish.  Many  thank  to  Judith, our D.J. and Mr Rushton  for  se ng up  the hall and organising  the games  (as always) A special thankyou also to Alison, Kate and parents who worked  relessly feeding and hydra ng our students. Last but certainly not least, thankyou to the teaching staff who supervised the social, as it would not happen without them.  As you can see from the photos, the students had so much fun embracing the theme of “Beauty and the Geek.” S.R.C.  Co‐ordinator Jan Sheriff 

P&C 50 CLUB SQUARES:

The promotion’s currently on offer:

($2) Post Office / Gift Shop /

Mad Hatters Café $50 Gift Voucher 

($1) Ranae’s Chocolatique $25 Gift Voucher

The prize will be drawn when all squares are sold. Just send in your donation to the school’s front office

with the P&C order form. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! 

BCS P&C ORDER FORM

Tickets/squares are $___ each for

________________ (which raffle/club).

I have included $ _______ for

_____ (no.) of raffle tickets / squares

Name: _________________

Phone: _________________

Please send home with _________________(name)

Keep for me to pick up at the B.C.S. office.

Thank you for your support!

P&C AGM and GENERAL MEET-ING

Our Next Meeting is an Annual General Meeting (AGM) followed by a General Meeting starting at 9.30 am on March 27 2014. All positions will be declared vacant. More members are urgently needed to attend meetings! While there are executive positions up for grabs, your pres-ence is the main requirement just to be able to make decisions!

Everyone Welcome! ptgriff@dodo.com.au 

GREG INGLIS SIGNED STORMS JERSEY RAFFLE The P&C are raffling Greg Inglis’ Signed Storms Jersey. $2 a ticket! Just send your donation into the office with the P&C raffle order form.

Thank you!  

P & C N E W S “JUST DOING IT FOR OUR KIDS”

C A N T E E N N E W S “ E A T   H E A L T H Y   S T A Y   H A P P Y ! ”

Canteen Roster Thursday 6thth 

Friday 7th 

Monday 10h 

Tuesday 11th 

Wednesday 12th 

Alyson Julie 

Alyson  

Veronica  

Alyson  Alyson 

Extra  Helpers  Are  Always  Needed 

Thank you to last week’s helpers, Ben, Lisa Julie, Kirsty and Veronica  

DON’T FORGET YOUR MANNERS PLEASE! And treat others in line with respect! 

Tuesday’s for brekkie  Pancakes   Cost $0.60 

TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT Please order your recess or lunch in

the morning 

Our menu is included in this News Le er. Thank you to Kate and Melissa for there help at the disco. We will no longer be selling lol's and Super Shakes in the canteen. New products  Focus Water (Razz, Black Currant) $2.20  Up and Go (Chocolate, Vanilla) $2.00.  

BOWRAVILLE THEATRE.  FEBRUARY 2014.  Saturday 15th March at 2.00pm  ‐ Saturday ‘arvo’ movies. Includes a cartoon, the usual serial, followed by  ‘The Star Packer’  starring  John  Wayne.  Tickets  purchased  at  the Bowra  Pub  for  $17.00  include  a meal  and  a  drink.  Box Office entry is $5.00.  Friday 21st March from 10.00am to 11.30am. Beverly Gibb of  U3A  is  holding  a  mee ng  at  the  Theatre  for  her Members and any interested par es on the History of our beau ful  Theatre.  Theatre  Members  par cipa ng  will include  Dr.  Lisa  Milner,  Barbara  McCormack,  and  Noel Robertson. We also hope  that Rob Turnell will be able  to join us,  these are all people who enabled  the Theatre  to open  ten  years  ago.  A  short  film  will  be  shown,  and refreshments  will  be  available  a erwards,  this  should prove a most  interes ng morning and most enlightening, and we  thank Beverly  for arranging  this on behalf of  the Theatre and U3A.  Saturday 22nd March at 7.00pm The Film society will be screening  a  film  called  ‘Tulpan’  (Russia  2008).  This  a Comedy/Drama about a young man having just completed his Naval Service, who then travels back to Kazkh.  Sunday 23rd March at 2.00pm we will be showing a Film about  Elton  John  and  his  beau ful  Piano  and  his metaphorical  rise  to  fame.  Tickets  are  $17.00, doors will open one our before the show.  Commencing  in  March,  the  Bowraville  Central  School’s Hospitality  Students will be opening  the Theatre Café on the last Thursday of each month for tea, coffee, snacks and light  lunches  between  9.30am  and  12.30pm,  please support the excellent  job they do under the watchful eye of Mrs. Eve Riches. 

C O M M U N I T Y N E W S

Nambucca Valley Netball Associa on (NVNA) registra on day is on Saturday, 8th March at the Marion Woods Netball Courts from 9.00am to 11.00am. All interested players are welcome. For further details,  contact Karen James 0438683744 

Nambucca Valley Tennis Junior Compe on Trials will begin March 7th. This day is free to everyone. Everyone of all abili es is welcome to come try. Training is also available for those wan ng some extra instruc on. For more informa on call 0431834016 

2014 homework planner The best homework help you can give your child is to teach them to be organised. Print out the 2014 homework and study calendar, which includes key dates and school holidays. Stick them on the fridge and above their desk. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and-study/homework-tips/2013-homework-planner

Great books for tweens to read Favourite books from the Premier's Reading Challenge team that will inspire kids aged between nine and 13 to read read read! Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/hu/homework-and-study/english/my-book-club/helping-tweens-to-love-reading/ideal-books-for-tweens-to-read  

Maths A to Z Brush up on some of the maths terms your child uses in the classroom. The Maths A to Z glossary provides straightforward explanations and illustrated examples. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and-study/maths/maths-a-to-z

Developing resilience We often hear complaints of "That's not fair!" from our kids when things don't go their way. Teachers talk about how you can help your child develop the skills to bounce back from everyday disappointments. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/development/developing-resilience-in-your-child  

Bowraville Folk Museum

You’ll find a treasure trove of memorabilia from the past. AS GOOD AS YOU’LL SEE Open 10am to 3pm, Sat & Tues.

10am to 12.30pm, Wed & Fri. 11am to 3pm, Sunday. Every day during the school holidays.

Coach enquiries welcome Ph: 6565 8200

Bowraville & District ExServices Club         Phone: 65647304  ABN 92 001 062 844 

THE COMMUNITY CLUB SUPPORTING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY 

Palms Family Chinese Restaurant Tues. 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Wed. Sun. Lunch: 11:30am to 2:00pm

Dinner: 5:30pm to 8:30pmPh: 65648898

  Bowraville Community Pre-School

Professional staff in a friendly, caring environment 3‐4 yr olds    MON, TUES   4‐5 yr olds    WED, THURS, FRI     Time:  9am ‐ 3pm 

         

 Corona on St,(PO Box 65) Bowraville  

2449 

WAITING LISTS MAY APPLY   PLEASE ENQUIRE EARLY    (02) 6564 7657 

S P O N S O R S

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