14 September 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 3 - Week 10 (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

Whole School Assembly

Week 10

Wednesday 16 September 2015

10.48 am in the school hall

BATLOW TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL

RETURN TO SCHOOL DATES FOR TERM 4

Tuesday 6 October 2015

All staff and students return to

school on that day

Happy holidays!

As we approach the completion of Term 3, our 11 HSC students become a major focus

within any secondary school. Last Friday our College (Yr12’s) were farewelled at a special

assembly which was well supported by family and friends.

Mr Ellicott conducted an entertaining assembly with the inclusion of some special

technology which was appreciated by everyone. Plenty of memorable moments were

captured on the big screen. The journey of the year group was reflected on by Mrs McVean

as a parent representative. Mrs McVean was one of the parents that were provided the

opportunity to watch them develop from Kindergarten until their final years at Batlow

Technology School.

Our exiting seniors will now be focusing on the HSC exams which commence early in Term 4.

Obviously we wish them well in their studies and exams.

The students have given some indication of their post-school destinations and these will be

forwarded to readers in the near future.

Our Whole School Assembly this week will be a little different with a commencement time

of 10.30 am. To commence the occasion, the prospective school captains for 2016 will be

delivering their address to the entire student body and parents. Following the assembly,

secondary students will remain to cast their votes. The successful candidates will be

announced at our Presentation Evening on Thursday 10 December 2015.

A similar procedure will be made available to our Primary captains in Term 4.

The Health Department notified us on Friday that a confirmed case of Whooping Cough has

been detected with one of our students. Appropriate medical action has been acted upon.

The student will await medical direction before returning to school.

The fantastic Spring weather allows many families across NSW to take advantage of the

outdoors and usually eventuates in getting away for the holidays. We encourage that

everyone takes particular care on the roads and return to us safely.

School resumes on Tuesday, 6 October 2015.

Enjoy the break!

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

PLATINUM Pictured above

Jaimi Crouch

James Tutt

Jayden Bedard

Amy Murphy

Ben Howell

GOLD Pictured left and below

Abigail Flew

Jack Cobden

Travis Ashcroft-Hanson

Sinead Ridgway

Trevor Ashcroft-Hanson

Owen Bates

CONGRATULATIONS LEARNING SUPER HEROES

Emma Kynaston, Hayley Murrell, Kate Kynaston

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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 18 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.

YEAR 7/8 FINAL YEAR MEETING

Year 7 and Year 8 had their final year meeting for Term

3 on Wednesday

We focused on trust, respect, communication, positive

relationships and teamwork. All students were involved

in discussion, providing some valuable points on each

skill. All students took part in a team building, trust

activity. Students were required to guide their

blind-folded partner through a range of obstacles. The

students displayed trust, teamwork, respect and a high

level of communication skills.

A great learning experience for all students.

COLLEGE EXCURSION TO ‘IPLAY’

On Wednesday 9 September 2015 our College students attended a reward

excursion to ‘iPlay’ in Canberra. The accompanying staff and students had a great

time experiencing the ‘iPlay’ rides . It was a fitting reward for our College students,

some of whom are entering the final stage of high school education and will be sitting

the HSC in the coming months.

BTS Breakfast Club is in need of your

support. Donations of jams, vegemite

or margarine are welcome.

WHOOPING COUGH We have been informed of a case of whooping cough in our Primary School.

Please see information from the Department of Health elsewhere in this

issue of “Scoop”

STATE ATHLETICS CARNIVAL

Our State Athletics Representatives; Lilly Kirkby, Hannah Collins,

Isabella Kirkby and Jack Gould all performed well at the recent

carnival in Sydney.

Individual results were as follows:

Lilly finished 10th in the Javelin.

Hannah finished 19th in 800 metres

Isabella finished 19th in 400 metres

Jack finished 13th in 200 metres and 5th in 800 metres beating his previous best time

by three seconds recording a time of 2.25.37.

Congratulations to all four students on their achievements in athletics.

HOLIDAY COMPUTER ANIMATION WORKSHOP MONDAY 21 SEPTEMBER 2015 – BATLOW LIBRARY 10.00 pm until 12.00 pm for children aged 10 to 18 years Workshop with Alice Markham from Charles Sturt University and Wildlife Victoria Reserve your place by booking at the Batlow Library 6949 1315 APPLE BLOSSOM GALA DAY The Apple Blossom Festival Gala Day on Saturday 17 October, 2015 needs some

young volunteers to welcome visitors, collect statistics, sell merchandise and help in

the ‘Kidzone’. Please text Chris Horsley (0427 491 366) to register your interest,

after getting permission from your parent or guardian.

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

CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY ART WORKSHOPS Best Street Studios Art and Design Please see flyer attached or phone 0427 212 977 $38.00 per session with experienced artist/teacher Kathryn Powderly

11 September 2015

Dear Parent and Staff member

Pertussis (whooping cough)

A confirmed case of pertussis (whooping cough) is being investigated in a child from Batlow Technology School. I am writing to provide advice and to ask that you watch out for the symptoms of pertussis, especially over the next few weeks.

What is pertussis?

Pertussis is an infection of the throat that can cause bouts of coughing, and sometimes breathing difficulties and vomiting. It can be a very serious infection in small children. The illness can last for many weeks. It usually starts with a snuffle or a cold.

What should people sick with pertussis do?

If your child has symptoms, or develops symptoms take this letter and see your local doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor can advise whether pertussis is likely and arrange for early treatment if needed. Treating people who have pertussis with antibiotics can stop the infection spreading, but is more effective if started early.

To help prevent this infection spreading, people who have been diagnosed with pertussis should not attend Batlow Technology School until they have completed the first 5 days of a course of the recommended antibiotics. If antibiotics cannot be taken, then they must stay away for 3 weeks after onset of the cough.

How is it prevented?

Vaccination is the most important way of reducing pertussis in our community. It is important to double check that your child is fully up to date with his or her immunisations against pertussis. If in doubt, please ask your doctor to check.

Immunity to whooping cough from immunisation or infection is not life lasting. It is

therefore important to seek medical attention if your child develops a cough even if

fully immunised.

Need more information? For more information, please see the attached Pertussis Fact sheet, or call the Infectious Disease Surveillance officer at the Public Health Unit on 02 6080 8900

Murrumbidgee Local Health District

Locked Bag 10, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 Tel 02 6933 9100 Fax 02 6933 9188

Website www.health.nsw.gov.au/mlhn/

ABN 71 172 428 618

If symptoms develop please take this letter and see your doctor ASAP. A course of

antibiotics may be required prior to returning to school. A pathology test may also be

requested. (Nasopharyngeal or throat swab is the preferred specimen)

If symptoms develop please take this letter and see your doctor ASAP. A course of

antibiotics may be required prior to returning to school. A pathology test may also be

requested. (Nasopharyngeal or throat swab is the preferred specimen)