Trangie Central School Newsletter 8th December 2016 Term 4 … · 2019-10-18 · a quilt, the...

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SCHOOL

INFORMATION

Address:

Derribong Street

(PO Box 6)

Trangie 2823

Phone: 6888 7578

Fax: 6888 7602

Email:

trangie-c.school@

det.nsw.edu.au

Website:

www.trangie-

c.schools.nsw.edu.au

Principal:

Anne Holden

Deputy Principal:

Dimiti Trudgett

Access Coordinator:

Troy Jones

Head Teachers:

Kate Wilson

Ted Wright

Assistant Principals:

Jo-Anne Ellis

Jacky Murtagh

Welfare Coordinator:

Cheryl Rowley

School Admin Manager:

Jaye Milgate

Parents & Citizens

Association

President:

Melinda Gleeson

Vice President:

Meredith Andrews

Secretary:

Kate Broughton

Treasurer:

Amanda Kater

Trangie Central School Newsletter

8th December 2016 Term 4 - Week 9

What’s On

P & C Meeting

Next Meeting

2017

Week 9 9/12 1/2E Host Primary Assembly 2.00pm - 3.00pm

9/12 Years 9-11 Urban Challenge students return to Trangie Railway at 3.12pm

Week 10 12/12 Year 12 PI Livestock, Feed & Water Assessment Day at TCS 9.00am - 3.00pm

12/12 Secondary Captain Speeches 9.00am

13/12 Year 12 Agriculture Lab Practical Day at Tullamore - Depart TCS at 8.30am

13/12 Year 8 PDHPE Swimming 10.00am - 11.15am

13/12 Primary RAMS Reward Water Activity Day at TCS 2.00pm - 3.00pm

14/12 Year 9/10 PASS & Year 12 SLR - NRL Modified Games Coaching Accreditation

15/12 Years K-12 Presentation Day in the TCS MPSC - 11.30am

16/12 Students Last Day for 2016!

Week 1 6/2 Students Return for 2017


From the principal Hi everyone – Well this is it! The last amazing newsletter from your fantastic school!

Communication Extraordinaire!

This is the last newsletter form TCS for 2016 and we all wish you a very merry Christmas and a happy and safe

holiday. We have had a great year at TCS improving and refining how we communicate to our community. We have

Mrs Sharyn Brown to thank for this improvement and I would like to acknowledge her enthusiasm and initiative. The

creativity and flair that she has brought to this role has really enhanced the image that we can portray and our

community can get a real feel for all the wonderful activities that take place in our school. We can give you all a real

look through the window so that you can see inside.

A Learning and Responding Matrix (ALARM)

At the end of this year our school is planning for the implementation of ALARM in 2017. This is a strategy to develop

critical thinking, using a common language with Bloom’s Thinking Taxonomy as a basis. This strategy will ensure that

both students and teachers will work together to develop the capacity to not only list facts but also critically analyse

using this information. Analysis demands a much higher level of thinking than just remembering and repeating facts

and it is not a skill that comes without training. Our school will be developing this capacity, using ALARM from Year

6 upwards so that when students move into High School they have begun to develop not only an ability to analyse

what they learn, but they are also able to reflect on their own work. They will be able to identify for themselves not

only what level they are thinking at but also what they have to do to move up into a higher level.

Mr Wright and I did two days training earlier in the year so that we had a good understanding of the whole strategy.

The explanation the difference between what is ‘Googleable’ and what is NOT ‘Googleable’ made it very clear. I think

that we often get stuck in the world of Google and a world of finding solutions that cannot be found on Google is so

much more productive and necessary for our own personal and economic success in the future.

Our intention is that the implementation of ALARM will improve capacity, give stronger feedback and lead to higher

HSC results.

Leadership Skills

Yesterday I had the privilege of hearing our Year 5 students make speeches to persuade their classmates to vote for

them as 2017 School Captain. We heard eight excellent speeches, spoken confidently and clearly. What is even more

notable is that Year 5 is our smallest year and although we only have eleven in the year, only three students chose not

to speak. The quality and depth of our student leadership capacity is not only testimony to the standard of education at

our school but also to the supportive and accepting culture of our school, where it is safe to take a risk.

The results of the voting will be announced on Presentation day, and of course it is a secret, but I can say that the votes

were very evenly spread across all candidates which is also evidence of how well all our students are accepted by each

other. Congratulations Primary and congratulations Year 5. I could not be prouder.

Urban Challenge

This week, Mr Jones and Mrs Wilson have accompanied a group of Year 9, 10 and 11 students to Sydney for an Urban

Challenge. The students are in two teams, competing with each other. There are some of the most competitive students

I have ever met in the group so I would love to be a fly on the wall as they try and outdo each other. We are watching

their blog with great interest as they surf, cook, bury each other in sand and dance. They are solving problems using

clues as they go around the city, from Garden Island, to Manly, to Bondi, to the Rocks and then dinner in China Town.

I already have staff who have volunteered to pay for themselves so they can go next year, but SORRY, I’m the boss

and I say who is going – ME!

Finally ........

2016 has been a wonderful year. We have had so many successes and so much fun. Our numbers continue to grow and

we will have additional staff at our school to cover the extra classes. We have a strong and inclusive culture and we

intend to maintain our high expectations into the New Year. I hope that those very few students who find it difficult to

meet our expectations have a good rest and a serious think over the holidays.

All the best

Anne Holden Have fun and STAY SAFE!


Deputy Principal

Dimiti Trudgett

Head Teachers

Kate Wilson

Ted Wright SECONDARY

Head Teachers’ Report As another year draws to a close I would like to thank all of the teaching and support staff that have dedicated their

energies into providing valuable and rewarding educational experiences for our students. Many hours of planning and

preparation go into the delivery of quality lessons and extracurricular activities to support the growth of every student.

Our staff participate in regular professional learning that will continue to enable them to deliver effective and

engaging content.

We look forward to seeing our students return safely from the summer holiday break. Students return to school on 6th

February 2017.

School Captains Election

Our candidates that have nominated to represent us as our School Captains will be presenting their nomination speech

on Monday morning, 12th December. Voting will follow shortly afterwards. The successful candidates will be

announced and presented with their badges at the Presentation Day assembly.

Presentation Day Assembly

Our Presentation Day assembly will be held in the school hall at 11.30am on Thursday 15th December 2016. All

parents, carers and community members are invited to come and celebrate the achievements of our students. A

sausage sizzle will follow and provide an opportunity to mix with family and friends of TCS.

Secondary Rewards Day

On Tuesday 13th December our Year Advisors will be acknowledging the students who have modelled positive

behaviours throughout the year with a ‘reward’. All eligible students will soon be provided with information

regarding this activity. Students, with a high number of ‘STARS’ entries will not be invited to attend. Any queries,

please contact the Principal or Deputy Principal.

Merry Christmas and a happy and safe holiday break.

Ted Wright - Head Teacher

Year 9/10 Textiles

The Year 9/10 Textiles students have turned their practical lessons this

semester into a quilters club. These very talented students have created a

range of quilt designs and although this is their first attempt at constructing

a quilt, the students are working towards the completion of their lovely projects.

Sista Speak Program

The Sista Speak program focuses on the building of resilience and developing

respect; both self respect and respect for others. As part of the program this

semester the girls have been developing personal skills to create, market and sell

the product. The girls have thoroughly

embraced these attributes, working as a team,

firstly to create the bags and earrings to sell and

last Friday they had a session in which they

created Christmas gifts (Cookies in a Jar).

Cheryl McKinnon - Textiles Teacher / Sista Speak Coordinator


Deputy Principal

Dimiti Trudgett

Head Teachers

Kate Wilson


Mid-Excursion Update

At the end of Day 3 of the Urban Challenge (at the time of writing), the

sixteen intrepid TCS students who are joining Mr Jones and me in Sydney

have been super-busy. We got in to Sydney Central at about 10pm,

having been delayed by signal failures at Bathurst, and after a quick

journey to the YHA at the Rocks and a short briefing, we were all in bed

for a good night’s sleep, ready for a big day ahead.

Using our Opal cards, and prompted by clues and riddles from the Game

Master sent to our team phones, we have walked, bussed, ferried and

trained our way around Circular Quay, Manly Beach, Collaroy, Garden

Island, Watsons Bay, Bondi Beach and Chinatown. In each of these

places we have found clues, taken ridiculous photos to earn points, had a

surfing lesson, swum at Bondi and had students prepare a MasterChef-

worthy meal for their teammates and the teachers.

The students have had to lead the way, with Kurt Terry and Morgan Gale at the helm as our two Team Leaders. Every

student has been allocated at least one job role, including navigator, communicator, welfare officer, treasurer,

photographer and journo. As well as the ever-vital teamwork skills, students have had to solve problems together, be

resilient in the face of challenges, and listen carefully to instructions in order to maximise their points and get the most

out of the program.

Our final day in Sydney will no doubt bring further adventures, and we certainly will be a tired –

but happy – bunch when we return home on Friday afternoon.

Kate Wilson

Organising Teacher


Deputy Principal

Dimiti Trudgett

Head Teachers

Kate Wilson



Access Coordinator

Troy Jones ACCESS NEWS Biology

Ms Ebsworth

Trangie

In the Preliminary course we study Ecosystems and the

interactions between living and non-living factors in

them. The Patterns in Nature module covers the structure

and function of cells, and how they obtain nutrients to

grow and repair themselves. The Life on Earth module

explores how life came to exist on Earth. We investigate

evolution from simple molecules to complex organisms,

and the conditions needed to support life here (and

elsewhere in the Universe!). The Evolution of Australian

Biota module focuses on the evolution and adaptations

of Australia’s unique animals as a result of isolation and

the influence of varied climatic conditions.

Biology is amazing!

VET Induction Day

Jock McLaurin

Yeoval

On Monday 21 November students studying Vocational Education and

Training courses in 2017 attended an induction day at Peak Hill Central

School. Students completed mandatory induction modules and registered

for work placement, met their course coordinators and created their

Unique Student Identification number. A delicious recess and lunch was

enjoyed, thanks to Ms Doyle and Ms Freeth. Thanks to all the staff who

capably supported the day by running sessions and driving students.

Western Student Connections attended the day as well as the Senior

Pathways Officer for this region. We thank them for taking the time to

assist our students.

Thanks to all the staff who contributed to this

essential and worthwhile event.


Assistant Principals

Jo-Anne Ellis

Jacky Murtagh PRIMARY Assistant Principals’ Report

Last Newsletter Report for 2016

This year has been a very busy and successful one at TCS. Our students have all worked hard

to co-operate with each other, learn from each other and make progress with their school work.

Our Year 6 class this year was exceptional, both as school leaders and in setting the tone for

the Primary department. They are kind to each other, try hard with their school work, they

read, are keen to try new things and to take risks with their learning. We are very proud of

them and wish them all the best in Secondary studies. The Captains and Vice Captains have

each written a report that follows, summarising the highlights of 2016.

Hello ladies and gentleman we have prepared this report to inform you about what has been happening throughout this year on

the Primary side.

Firstly, our school has achieved many things such as making it to Dubbo for the Premiers Spelling Bee where we competed

against students from many other schools in our district. We have also taken part in the Public Speaking and the CWA poster

competition where we are given a country and we have to research the topic and make a factual poster.

We have also had many other curricular activities such as Corrective Reading, sight words and Multi Lit. This year we’ve had

many exciting excursions that have given kids the opportunity to explore new places and learn new things; our excursions have

been to Wambangalang , a Teddy Bear picnic, the zoo and the latest excursion to Canberra where all students displayed excellent

behaviour. We have also had students participate in the Moorambilla camp; that’s where students go to sing in a choir.

In Term 3 students from Years 2 to 6 were put into two teams for the Eisteddfod dance. Each group created a dance routine to

perform in Wellington. The senior team came 2nd in their division and the juniors came 2nd as well. There was also a K to 6

choir team accompanied by the Year 7’s singing a song dedicated to what they had been learning about in class. MADD Night

was another event that all classes participated in and all did superbly and we raised a lot of money. Every year our school has a

NAIDOC day celebration and we play traditional games and we learn many different things about the owners of this land the

Wiradjuri people.

As School Captains we would like to thank our teachers, parents and school friends. It has been a great year together and we

have enjoyed being Captains.

Stacey Stoneman and Kai Greenwood

What a busy and successful year we have had in sport. The aim of this report will be to share with you the main sport that went

on in 2016 for Trangie Central School on the primary side.

At the start of the year we held our school swimming carnival. Approximately 35 kids qualified for the Gobondery/NARRAF

swimming carnival held in Warren. Overall Trangie Central won the day and came home with the shield and Xanthe St Clair won

senior girls champion and Narelle Shillingsworth-Budd got senior girls runner up. We had 7 students make it away to the

Western Region carnival at Dubbo.

Also at the end of Term One we had our cross country and everybody had a big success and tried their best to finish their race!

About 30 kids made it away to the Gobondery/NARRAF cross country at Tullamore and we had 6 students make it away to the

Western Region carnival at Guerie.

Then in second term we had our Athletics Carnival and Widgeree won the day over all. There were about 40 kids going to

Gobondery/NARRAF Athletics in Dubbo Barden park.

Also 8 students went to Tottenham in early Term 4 to compete in the Gobondery/NARRAF tennis. They played doubles all day,

including mixed doubles. Thank you to Miss Druce for organizing that day.

In Term 3 we participated in the netball and touch football gala day.

Also in Term 2, Years Five and Six went to Dubbo to play in the Netball Schools Cup. Three teams went and all did incredibly

well. Team Trangie One was against the most competitive teams and came second overall. Team Trangie Two won all their

games and unfortunately cannot go away to Orange. Team Trangie Three won one game and they all tried their best.

What a great year. We think that if you love sport Trangie Central School is the place to be!

Xanthe St Clair and Luke Broughton



Jo-Anne Ellis

Jacky Murtagh PRIMARY Our school would not be such a happy, vibrant place without our lovely staff. Everyone works hard and works as a

team to try to offer great academic programs for the benefit of our students. I would like to take this opportunity to

thank all of our staff and also you, the families, who support the school. When school and home work in partnership

the very best results are achieved for our children. So thanks!

End of Term Celebrations and Reminders

School Captains 2017

Year 5 students took great pride in presenting their leadership speeches and actually

had some really good ideas for what changes they may try to make as leaders as well

as compelling reasons as to why they are the best candidates for the roles. Positions

will be announced at the Presentation Day assembly, Thursday 15th of December.

Good luck Year 5 students!

6M PDHPE Swimming with Ms Hall

Summer Holidays

Summer holidays…....just because the

school year is over, doesn’t mean children

stop learning. Did you know that in one

school year a child spends around 7800

hours at home and about 900 hours at

school? Undoubtedly, the role of families

in a child’s educational achievement is

huge! So this summer have fun together, relax, read, talk,

write and play together. Keeping your child’s English skills

active over the break means they will return to school in 2017

a little bit more ready and able to learn.

On behalf of the staff we wish you all a

joyous and safe Summer holiday.

Jacky Murtagh

Assistant Principal

Tuesday 13th December Water Play Activities

2.00-3.00pm

Swimmers, rashie or t-shirt, hat, towel

Thursday 15th December Presentation Day

11.30am - MPSC

Full summer school uniform, correct shoes, neat

hair

Class Parties

K/1D, 1/2E, 3/4M and 4/5W

Bring a small plate of food to share with the class.

Year 6 Graduation Dinner

Bowling Club 6.00pm – 8.00pm

Year 6 students plus 2 guests.

Cost $20 per guest.

Friday 16th December Final school day for students Bring plastic bags for taking work and belongings

home.


6M


Jo-Anne Ellis

Jacky Murtagh PRIMARY This year has been an exciting journey especially in my new role as

Learning and Support Teacher and Learning and Support Coordinator.

Obviously I still enjoy my LOTE teaching and learning experiences

especially the enthusiasm of students. We all wish it was longer than 2

hours per week.

My role has been rewarding. The Trangie Central

School staff have been extremely supportive. We

have an amazing relationship with Marathon

Health. Their supportive and beneficial programs

include OT, Speech and Hearing Screening. Our

hearing screening results have been fantastic

with Marathon Health stating that our results are simply

awesome. This is due to our ‘Crunch and Sip ‘program and BBC program. Well done and let’s

continue bringing in fruit, vegetables and water.

Cheryl Rowley

Learning and Support Teacher

Kind

Clever

Thoughtful

Funny

Compassionate

Hard working



Jo-Anne Ellis

Jacky Murtagh PRIMARY


Whole School

To all the students who submitted EnviroWeek posters. They were amazing and

showed that our students have some creative and innovative ideas about how to

improve our school environment. The quality of the posters was very high which

made it difficult to judge ‘the best’, particularly among the Primary students.

A special thanks goes to

Bunnings Dubbo and Taronga Western Plains Zoo for

donating prizes towards this competition!

Winners Secondary:

Bonnee Morton (Year 9) won a family zoo pass.

Mackenzie Pardy (Year 7) won a zoo animal sponsorship

(Mackenzie has chosen to sponsor a Sumatran tiger).

Primary:

K/1D won a worm farm and worm starter kit. Students are already feeding the worms by putting

their lunch scraps in the worm farm.

1/2E won a garden composter. The composter is for garden waste like leaves and mown grass and

when it is fully composted it can go back onto the garden to help feed it and keep the water in.

6M will sponsor the Sumatran Tiger at Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo.

The zoo sponsorships (adoptions) fund Taronga’s work

including research and education programs focusing on

endangered species in Australia and around the world, as

well as assisting with the conservation, breeding and

preservation of wild animals and their habitats.

Well done and thanks to everyone who participated!

Ms Ebsworth

Science Teacher


If you can volunteer you time to help

at the 2017 Swimming Carnival, please

contact Jessica Skinner on 6888 7578.

Sport

Please fill in, sign and return entry form

below to TCS

by Friday 16th December, 2016.

_______________________________________________________

2017 Trangie Central Schools Swimming Carnival ENTRIES

Name: __________________________________________

Date of Birth: _____________________

House (If known): Bundermar / Dandaloo / Widgeree

Please circle the event you wish to go into and return to SCHOOL OFFICE by Friday 16th December, 2016.

*NOTE: If your child is turning 8 in 2017 and in Year 2 they are eligible to participate at this carnival and the next

level. Also, if your child is under the age of 8 years and can swim 50m unassisted they are welcome to participate on

the day.

Signature _________________________________________ Date ______________________________

_________________________________________ (Please print name)

PRIMARY

All Aged

100m Freestyle

50m

Aged

Freestyle

50m

Backstroke

50m

Breaststroke

50m

Butterfly

200m

Individual

Medley

25m

Freestyle

25m

Backstroke

25m

Breaststroke

25m

Butterfly

SECONDARY 100m

Freestyle

50m

Aged

Freestyle

100m

Backstroke

100m

Breaststroke

100m

Butterfly

200m

Freestyle

200m

Individual

medley

25m

Freestyle

25m

Backstroke

25m

Breaststroke

25m

Butterfly

TCS

Swimming Carnival

Friday

10th February, 2017

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