Week 10 Term 4 Newsletter 2024

Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

As we approach the end of the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on what a fantastic way it has been to conclude our school year, despite the warm weather!

Year 6 recently enjoyed an incredible excursion to Burrendong, which was a highlight for both students and staff. Miss Dixon and Mrs. Chalker were immensely proud of our Year 6 students, who demonstrated enthusiasm and engagement throughout the trip. They participated actively in all the planned activities, from team-building exercises to paddle boarding, and truly made the most of every experience. The Sport & Rec staff at Burrendong were equally impressed by our students' teamwork and positive attitudes, which showcased the great spirit of our school community.

On Tuesday, we sent home school reports, and I encourage you to take some time to go through these with your children. Celebrating their educational milestones is important, as it acknowledges their hard work and progress throughout the year. This is also a great opportunity to discuss their strengths and areas for improvement, as we look forward to setting new learning goals together in the upcoming year.

I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the parents, carers, and family members who joined us for yesterday’s Presentation Day ceremony. It was a wonderful occasion where we celebrated our students' efforts and achievements. Many students received awards for their dedication, resilience, and application over the year. We also had the pleasure of announcing our new school leaders for next year; congratulations to them all! It was truly uplifting to see everyone’s smiling faces and the appreciation of our students’ hard work.

Today marks our Christmas mufti day, an event that allows students and staff to embrace the holiday spirit by wearing festive attire. It’s a joy to see the creativity and excitement as everyone dresses up! The day will culminate in class parties where students can celebrate their friendships and reflect on the year together. This marks our final day of school for students, and it’s a lovely way to end the term.

Looking ahead, tomorrow will be our Staff Development Day. Our dedicated staff will engage in professional learning sessions to prepare for the 2025 academic year, ensuring we continue to provide the best possible education for our students.

As we conclude another eventful year, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your ongoing support and understanding throughout 2024. This year has presented its challenges and triumphs, and your involvement has made a significant difference in our school community.

Wishing you all a very happy and peaceful Christmas! I hope you enjoy special moments with family and friends during the holiday season. Have a wonderful summer break, and we look forward to welcoming all students back on Thursday, February 6, 2025.

Have a great holiday!

Kind regards,

Sharon Hawker
Principal

100% Attendance for 2024

Congratulation Ollie Hogan, Sophie Balken, Bradley Lesson-Woolley and Macie Wells for 100% for the whole year! This is an exceptional achievement, well done!

100% Attendance Gallery

Congratulations to Gracie Balken, Anna Morrow and Braxton Thurtell on 100% attendance in Week 9. Keep up the great work!

If you require Before and After School Care for school aged children in a safe and enriching environment at our school please register via the QR code above. 

Live Better will be delivering Before and After School Care at Canowindra Public School at the beginning the 2025 school year. Unfortunately, they have been unable to fill the coordinator and educator position up to this date. They are still in the process of seeking applicants for these positions. For any further information please contact before Jenny Nalder before completing the application.

Jenny Nalder - 0428 620 236

Complete the application process via the links below:

• Canowindra Educators: https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=5776&company=livebetter
• Canowindra Coordinator: https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=5778&company=livebetter

Upcoming Events

Term 4 

Week 10 - Primary End of Year Party, last day of term 18th December

Year 6 Burrendong 2024

Last week, our Year 6 students embarked on an unforgettable journey to Burrendong Sport and Recreation Camp. From thrilling activities like paddle boarding and go-carting to team-building challenges, the camp was packed with fun and excitement! Students embraced the great outdoors, built lasting friendships, and developed their teamwork skills. The laughter and joy shared among peers created memories that will last a lifetime. A huge thank you to our dedicated teachers Mrs Chalker and Miss Dixon for making this experience possible! Please enjoy the photo gallery of our adventurous Year 6 students!

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Thanks to Little Big Dairy Co

Little Big Dairy, are passionate about supporting local schools and ensuring every child starts their day right. Breakfast clubs play a vital role in fueling young minds for learning, focus, and growth. Studies show that kids learn better, concentrate longer, and perform higher when they begin the day with a full tummy.

Little Big Dairy Co has been donating milk for our school's breakfast club during 2024. This Christmas season, we'd love your help in spreading the word about the importance of supporting local products. We kindly ask if you could purchase Little Big Dairy products over the holiday season, by buying local you're not just providing high-quality, delicious dairy products for your students—you're supporting a 100% Australian, family-owned business that's deeply rooted in our local community and supports programs like our breakfast club and keeps our community thriving. When families choose Little Big Dairy, they're directly contributing to local schools and initiatives, ensuring we can continue to make a positive impact together.

Thank you for your incredible support, and for nourishing the next generation of bright thinkers.

Aurora College Applications Open

Selective high school and opportunity class applications are open from:                               7 November 2024 to 21 February 2025

Selective high school Year 7 entry in 2026: Apply when your child is at the end of Year 5 or the beginning of Year 6.

Opportunity class Year 5 entry in 2026: Apply when your child is at the end of Year 3 or the beginning of Year 4.

Selective high schools and opportunity classes are 2 of the ways the NSW Department of Education supports high potential and gifted students.

What are their benefits?

• Students learn alongside, and form friendships with, other high potential and gifted classmates.
• Special teaching methods allow students to learn at a quicker pace and in more detail.
• Research shows that students benefit both academically and socially when learning with classmates who have similar abilities.

Selective high schools and opportunity classes are not zoned so you can apply to ones outside your local enrolment area.

Is a selective high school or opportunity class the right fit for my child?

A selective high school or opportunity class might be a great fit if your child. Please contact your classroom teacher for further clarification.

• learns quickly
• asks complex questions
• is highly motivated
• has a good memory
• is intensely focused in their area of interest

Where are selective high schools (Year 7-12) located?

There are 4 types of selective high schools:

• fully selective high schools, where all students attending the school have high potential or are gifted
• partially selective high schools, where there is a mix of students who have high potential or are gifted and local area students
• 4 agricultural selective high schools, including 3 boarding schools
• Aurora College, which provides online selective classes for rural and remote students in their local host schools.

Search for a selective high school near you at Find a selective high school.

Where are opportunity classes (Year 5-6) located?

There are 2 types of opportunity classes:

• full-time opportunity classes in selected primary schools
• Aurora College, which provides online opportunity classes for rural and remote students in their local authorised host schools.

Search for an opportunity class near you at Find an opportunity class.

Students successfully placed attend the opportunity class full-time in Years 5 and 6. In most cases, students who have accepted a place in an opportunity class will leave their current school to attend the school with the opportunity class.

Discuss the opportunity with your child and look through the information together on the Selective high schools and opportunity classes website and in the student resource hub:

• Applying for a selective high school: Student resource hub
• Applying for an opportunity class: Student resource hub

Fair and equitable access

The Equity Placement Model helps make access fairer for more high potential students in our community.

We know that some students may be missing out because they experience educational disadvantage.

Under the model, up to 20% of places in each selective high school and opportunity class are held for:

• students from low socio-educational advantage backgrounds
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students
• students from rural and remote locations
• students with disability.

These students still receive offers based on their performance in the placement test.

Learn more at Fair access.

The application process

Complete the online application.

Applications close on 21 February 2025.

Once your application has been submitted and processed, your child will need to sit a computer-based placement test. Learn more at Application process.

Ready to apply?

Apply online at shsoc.education.nsw.gov.au

Further information

Visit Selective high schools and opportunity classes.

2025 Student Supply Lists

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Our Learner Qualities

The Resilience Project - 2025

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Digital Wellbeing for Families - Wednesday 19th March 

Parent Webinar - Thursday 31st July

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The HUB - Canteen Lunches

Can parents please update their child/s class or details before placing an order. Any enquiries please call Sheryn : 0402 441 263

Healthy Snippets

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