31 August 2015

Batlow Technology School Pioneer Street, BATLOW NSW 2730

Phone: (02) 6949 1208 Fax:(02) 69491666 Email:batlow-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Term 1 - Week 2 (B)

BATLOW

TECHNOLOGY

SCHOOL

Principal

Mr Greg Hodges

(Relieving)

Assistant Principal

Mrs Vicki Dodd

Head Teachers

Mr Mark McDonell

Ms Amanda O’Loughlan

(Relieving)

REMINDER

NEXT

Whole School

Assembly

Week 10

Wednesday 16

September 2015

10.48 am in the

school hall

P&C

Meeting Tuesday

1 September

2015

6.30 pm

All welcome

REGIONAL YOUNG SCIENTIST

PAPER PLANE CHALLEGE

Three students from Batlow Technology School have achieved

excellent results in the

“Regional Young Scientist Paper Plane Challenge”

Congratulations to:

Christopher Wilesmith Year 9

Ryley Collins Year 7

Timothy Gardner Year 4

Well done to all three boys and Mrs Finnimore for

organising the event.

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NAPLAN- Parents of children in Years 3, 5 7 and 9 were issued their students results in the

mail this week. NAPLAN results are just one measuring tool for student performance. The

feedback in these reports provide a valuable insight into how your child is performing and

can be measured against previous NAPLAN results for those students in Year 5 and above.

We further encourage parents to discuss these results with teachers and Year Advisers to

promote continual educational growth for their child. Parents may have heard that our school

was identified in associated radio reports last week, acknowledging the notable

achievements of our students in NAPLAN results.

As mentioned, the NAPLAN results are only one measuring tool for student performance.

This week at Batlow Technology School, Mrs O’Loughlan lead a team of primary and

secondary staff to analyse every student’s literacy ability. Over three days, the team looked

at various individual work samples from all students from Year 4 through to Year 10. This

scrutiny of student’s literacy abilities will be conducted every Semester. The specific

information gained for every student will allow for greater differentiation of learning

strategies. Teachers will be better informed of the required areas of improvement for each

individual student and provide appropriate instruction.

After reviewing our management of the Literacy Continuum, Batlow Technology School staff

will commence the inclusion of a Numeracy Continuum. Staff have already indicated their

willingness to be included in this upcoming student assessment tool. Parents should feel

confident that the teachers of Batlow Technology School are and remain committed to

enhancing student achievement.

Mrs Finnimore led a novel Science challenge for Education Week. All students were

provided the opportunity to investigate, plan and construct a paper plane to enter into a

regional challenge. A stringent selection process was undertaken with the finalist having to

perform their task whilst results were videoed for verification. Several students performed

commendably at the regional level with Christopher Wilesmith absolutely dominating the

secondary category. His plane flew over 30 metres. This was no fluke as one of Chris’s

earlier models had flown even further in a trial run. Chris even requested that Mr McDonell

keep the prototype under lock and key until the finals.

The Breakfast Club which has been a focus in recent months has received an unexpected

boost from Mr Bill Boydell. Mr Boydell is known to many as the ‘milko’ for our school. After

explaining our situation to Mr Boydell, he went away and was successful in gaining further

support for Batlow Technology School students through his employers agreeing to supply

fresh milk for the BTS Breakfast Club. This contribution is most welcome and further

demonstrates the collective power we have when we all pull together. Thanks Bill.

Miss Sally McRorie has vigorously been revealing a thorough Kindergarten Transition

program for new students in 2016. Her intentions are to provide a seamless transition to

Batlow Technology School for all Kindergaten students. Miss McRorie understands the

anxieties that exist for new students (and parents). To ensure parents do not miss these

transition opportunities, a detailed pamphlet will be provided to all 2016 Kindergarten

families. Further copies will be available at the front office.

The P&C is meeting on Tuesday evening at 6.30 pm. We have many exciting initiatives

underway around Batlow Technology School. New faces are always welcome.

Greg Hodges Relieving Principal

The capacity to learn is a gift;

The ability to learn is a skill;

The willingness to learn is a choice.

THESE STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE THEIR LEVEL

CERTIFICATES AT THE NEXT WHOLE

SCHOOL ASSEMBLY

WEDNESDAY 16 SEPTEMBER 2015

DOUBLE

PLATINUM Isabella Kirkby

Sophia Kirkby

Sjoukje Vanderland

Jessica Fuchs

PLATINUM

Connor Jeffrey

Imigine Shoemark

Elizabeth Larson

Gianna Noldin

Dylan Taylor

Jaymin Gould

Noah Gardner

Cassie Ross

Ethan

Timothy Gardner

Charles Kirkby

One further student has attained

Platinum level but we do not

have parental permission to

publish her name or photograph

CONGRATULATIONS

LEARNING SUPER HERO

Dakota Armitstead-Hansen

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BOOK FAIR Thank you to all the parents, staff and students who supported the recently held Scholastic Book Fair. We sold over $1600.00 worth of books and other items which enabled us to choose over $500.00 worth of books for our library. Mrs Lea McVean was the winner of the $50.00 selection of books.

Permission to publish forms are available on our

school website and from the school office.

BTS Breakfast Club is in need of your

support. Donations of jams, vegemite

or margarine are welcome.

GOLD

Pictured Dylan Gormly

Aiden Larson

Jared Grant

Kurt Stuenkel

Alexander Speechley

Rebekah Gardner

Kurt Osborne-Jaques

Brendan Larson

Two further students have attained

Gold level but we do not have

parental permission to publish their

name or photograph

SILVER

Hamilton Ridgway

Steven Osborne-Jaques

Owen Bates

Travis Ashcroft-Hanson

Trevor Ashcroft-Hanson

Sinead Ridgway

Aiden Larson

Luke Wood

Joel Williams

One further student has attained Silver

level but we do not have parental

permission to publish his name

PAPER PLANES – WE WERE UP FOR THE CHALLENGE

As part of National Science Week this year Batlow Technology

School held a whole school Young Scientist Paper Plane

Challenge in our school hall and under our COLA.

To qualify Kindergarten to Year 6 needed to throw further than

12m and Year 7-12 had to throw further than 20m to be eligible.

All students from Kindergarten to Year 12 had two attempts to

make the distance. Those that made the distance had their

throws videoed and uploaded to the 2015 Young Scientist Paper

Plane Challenge website to be eligible for the Regional High

Flyers Competition. School events and individual qualifying throws must be

conducted following clear rules. These rules are a modification of the Red Bull Paper

Wings International Rules.

We are extremely proud of the Batlow students with the following result:

Christopher Wilesmith (Year 9) threw a distance of 31.06 m and was placed first in

the NSW regional challenge. Ryley Collins (Year 7) placed third with a throw of 22m.

In the Primary section Timothy Gardner (Year 4) threw a distance of 26.68m and

placed second and Trevor Ashcroft-Hanson (Year 6) also placed well with a throw of

12.10m

In the Regional High Flyers Competition, the winner, their school and the second

placegetter will win great ‘Fischertechnik Kits’, some of these kits are valued close to

$200!

In 2015, National Science Week events were held right throughout Australia - from a

crocodile dissection in Darwin down to an exhibition of breathtaking photographs of

Aurora Australis in Tasmania - with everything from science festivals, music and

comedy shows, expert panel discussions, interactive hands-on displays, open days,

and online activities.

National Science Week 2015 ran from 15-23 August. Event details can be found at

www.scienceweek.net.au.

CHARLES STURT

Paper plane champions pictured with Mrs Finnimore.

Ryley Collins, John Kirkby, Timothy Gardner, Christopher Wilesmith, Trevor Ashcroft-Hanson

UNIVERSITY / WAGGA WAGGA TAFE VISIT

On Friday 21 August 2015, fifteen Year 10 students travelled to Wagga to attend the

‘Taste of TAFE’ and Charles Sturt University (CSU) and Primary Industries TAFE

campus tours. Six students were enrolled in TAFE courses throughout the day, which

consisted of: hair and beauty; mechatronics and electro-technology. These are just

some of the courses provided by TAFE for TVET subject choices next year.

All the students had a very busy, yet productive day and experienced first-hand what

it would be like in these educational learning pathways and environments.

Congratulations to Year 10 on their wonderful behaviour and a great day.

SRC FOOTY COLOURS DAY

Friday 4 September 2015

Cancer doesn’t discriminate; it affects Australians of all ages and from all walks of

life. This year thousands of Aussies will unite in the fight against cancer by wearing

their favourite football or sports team colours to school and raise awareness for Fight

Cancer Foundation to fund vital care, treatment methods and cures for young

children living with cancer.

Students wear your footy guernsey to school and bring a cold coin donation.

Support the SRC in raising money for cancer awareness.

FRIDAY IS NOT A NON – UNIFORM DAY

VICTORIAN UNIVERSITY REGISTRATION DAY

Students who are interested in attending the Victorian University in 2016 can register

through the VTAC website www.vtac.edu.au. Students will need their HSC number to

complete registration. The VTAC eGuide is available on google play books or a hard

copy can be ordered through local newsagencies. For more information on Victorian

universities and registration please contact 1300 364 133.

BATLOW TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL PRIMARY COMMUNITY GARDEN RECIPE BOOK

We are compiling a recipe book, this recipe book will have recipes students have tried and tested this year in the Community Garden lessons by Kindergarten to Year 6. We are in search of your favourite recipes. Recipes which are enjoyed by your family each week or as a treat on a special occasion. Maybe your fruit cake is ‘Batlow Show’ material, chocolate fudge, coconut ice or your salted caramel cupcakes are a winner. There will be room for meals, desserts, treats, cakes, biscuits and homemade muesli bars. If you would like your favourite recipes in print please forward them to Batlow Technology School via your child or email them to batlow.c.school.@det.nsw.edu.au Closing date is Friday 16 October 2015, we require lots of scrumptious recipes, so start looking and send them into the office.

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“Scoop” Distribution Preference

How would you like to receive “Scoop”, the Batlow Technology School Newsletter? There are many different ways to receive “Scoop” every fortnight. Just let us know your preferred way you and your family would like to receive it.

Emailed each fortnight via my email address ______________________________________________

Printed copy via my youngest child/eldest child

Skoolbag address for Apple phones and Android phones http://www.skoolbag.com.au/app/admin/parentinstructions.pdf

School’s Webpage address www.batlow-c.schools.nsw.edu.au/

Name: _______________________Child’s name: __________________Year: _____

CASUAL EMPLOYEES – EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

From time to time our school requires casual staff to work in the following areas:

Farm Assistant

General Assistant

Canteen Assistant

School Learning Support Officers

School Administrative Officers

Please forward your expression of interest to Batlow Technology School with your

resume by mail or email. Our email address is below.

batlow-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au with attention to Fiona Cooper, School

Administrative Manager.

Expressions of interest are required by Friday 14 September, 2015.

Employment may be day-to-day or block work.

Expressions of Interest are not a guarantee of employment.

More information is available by contacting the school office.

BIRRALEE SCHOOL MAGAZINE 2015

This year celebrates the 41st Edition of our school magazine ‘Birralee’. Preparation for the magazine is well underway. Parents and community members are invited to place a business advertisement or make a donation in our magazine. Advertisement costs are as follows:

Full-page advertisement $90.00 Colour plus $9.00 GST $99.00

Half-page advertisement $50.00 Colour plus $5.00 GST $55.00

Quarter-page advertisement $30.00 Colour plus $3.00 GST $33.00 Donations of $10.00 or more towards the cost of producing this magazine are gratefully

accepted. Donations are acknowledged in our magazine and all donors and sponsors will

receive a copy of ‘Birralee’.

If you would like to place an advertisement or make a donation please forward to the office

by mail or email and please provide preferred artwork/layout with payment. batlow-

c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

HONOUR FOR FORMER STUDENT

Congratulations to former Batlow Technology

School student and Women’s Aussie Seven’s

Captain, Sharni Williams who has been named

the “Shawn Mackay Women’s Sevens Player of

the Year”.

NSW SPORT AND RECREATION SPRING HOLIDAY CAMPS Led by qualified instructors, you can rest easy knowing your kids are in safe hands. Find out what’s on including cooking, adventure sports and lots more. Camps are suitable for kids aged 7 years and over and run from 1 day to 5 days in duration. For more information phone 1313 02 or Go to sportandrecreation.nsw.gov.au/kidscamps

LANTERNS ON THE LAGOON September 19 2015 Are you aged 12 years and under? You could WIN $150 by entering this year’s Sculpture Competition at only $5.00 per entry!

Are you aged between 13 and 18 years of age? You could WIN $350 by entering this year’s Sculpture Competition at only $5.00 per entry!

What a fantastic forum to showcase sustainability through your artistic talents!

Have you seen the video from 2014? Are you featured?

GET INVOLVED & ENTER ONLINE

http://lanternsonthelagoon.com.au/

ART TO RECYCLING AT TUMUT LIBRARY

Create your own recycled art. 23 September 2015

2.00 pm – 4.00 pm. Cost $5.00 per child, 8 to 14 years

Booking close 22 September 2015 phone 6941 2541

TUMUT LITTLE ATHLETICS

Information attached to this issue of “Scoop”

BATLOW TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL

FUTURE KINDERGARTEN TO YEAR 12

ENROLMENTS

We are in particular need of information for any students enrolling in 2016.

Could you please assist us by filling out this form and return it to Batlow Technology School office.

The children in your family who have not yet started school:

Child’s Name Name and Address

of parents Child’s date

of birth Year of intended enrolment at BTS

FUTURE ENROLMENTS FOR OTHER STUDENTS

Children in families known to you who may not have access to this form:

Child’s Name Name and Address

of parents Child’s date

of birth Year of intended enrolment at BTS

Thank you for your assistance

BATLOW TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL

SCHOOL CLOTHING ORDER FORM

Student Name: ____________________________________________Year: ____________

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SCHOOL SUPPLIES ORDER FORM

Student Name: ___________________________________________Year: ___________

Items Cost per item Number required

Cost

Art Books A3 $8.00

Art Books A4 $3.50

Calculators $21.00

TAS Aprons $6.60

Enviro Bag $5.00

Headphones pink, yellow and white $7.00

USB 8g $7.00

Stickybeaks lunch wallets $8.00

Total $

Signed: _________________________________________________Date: _____________ (Parent)

Garment Type Cost per

item Number Required

Sizes Required

Cost

Maroon Polar Fleece Jumpers (Size 6-16)

$24.00

Maroon Polar Fleece Jumpers (Size Small to 3XL)

$28.00

Jackets

(Size 6-3XL) $40.00

Gold Polo-Shirts Primary $14.00 White Polo-Shirts Secondary $17.00 Sport Shirt-Maroon Primary (4 to 16 youth)

$17.00

Sport Shirt-Maroon Secondary (Small to 2XL)

$17.00

Maroon Beanies-Polar Fleece $5.00 Maroon Summer Hats $7.50 Scarves $5.00

Total $

CANTEEN CLOSES AT 2.00 PM

HOT FOOD

Pies (A) $3.40 Little pies (A) $1.00 Potato Top Pies (A) $3.40 Sausage Roll (A) $2.70 Pizza Singles (A) $2.50 Chicken Nuggets (A) $0.60 Nacho’s (A) $3.00 Hot Dogs (A) $3.00 Chicken Burger (A) $4.50 Tomato or Barbecue Sauce $0.20

SANDWICHES AND ROLLS

Sandwiches-white or wholemeal Rolls-white add $0.60 Toasted Sandwiches add $0.20 Salad (G) Tomato, cucumber, cheese,

carrot, lettuce and mayonnaise $3.00 Meat and Salad (G) $3.50 Cheese and Tomato (G) $2.20 Ham (G) $2.30 Ham and Cheese (G) $2.50 Ham/Cheese/Tomato (G) $2.60 Vegemite/Jam/Cheese (G) $2.00 Assorted Sandwiches $2.70

WRAPS

Salad small (G) $3.00 Salad/Ham small (A) $4.00 Salad/Chicken or Sweet Chilli Chicken small (A) $4.00 Salad Large (G) $4.00 Salad/Ham Large (A) $5.00 Salad/Chicken Tender or Sweet Chilli Chicken Large (A) $5.50 Chicken Tender (1) and Wrap $3.00 (No Salad)

Chicken Tender (2) and Wrap $4.00 (No Salad)

CANTEEN LIST – TERM 3, 2015 LUNCH ONLY

NO ORDERING LUNCH AT RECESS

ORDERING ENSURES YOU RECEIVE YOUR FIRST CHOICE OF FOOD

NO CREDIT

Key A-Amber

G-Green GF-Gluten Free V-Vegetarian

Special Food Days will be by order only

and will be posted/advertised in Scoop and on Skoolbag.

DRINKS Water (G) $1.50 100% Juice Pop Top 300 ml (G) $2.00 Quench (G) $2.00 Plain Milk 300 ml (G) $1.00 Flavoured Milk 300 ml (G) $2.00 Flavoured Milk 500 ml (A) $3.00 Milo Small (A) $1.00 Milo Large (A) $2.00 Hot Chocolate (GF) (A) Small $1.00 Hot Chocolate (GF) (A) Large $2.00

FROZEN FOODS

Frozen Fruit Bags (G) (GF) $0.50 Seasonal Fresh Fruit (G) (GF) $0.80 Frozen Yoghurt (G) (GF) $1.00 Quelch fruit bars (GF) $1.00 Jelly and Custard Cups (A) $1.00