Week 6 Term 1 Newsletter 2025

Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all who attended our first assembly of the year, last Friday. Our student leaders excelled in both the setup and execution of the event, showcasing their commitment and enthusiasm. Congratulations to all of our award recipients, as well as to our House Captains and Vice Captains who proudly received their badges. I am confident that you will wear them with honour and represent our school with distinction.

Looking ahead, we have our 3-Way Interviews scheduled next week for Kindergarten, followed by the remaining grades in Week 9. Bookings are now open for all classes via the Sentral Parent Portal, and we warmly encourage as many parents as possible to participate. For further details, please refer to the additional information provided in our newsletter.

Wishing the best of luck to all our swimmers competing at the Western Region Swimming Trials in Dubbo this Friday. We are proud to have 19 swimmers who have advanced to this next level of competition. With the dedication and hard work they have put in over the summer months, I am certain we will witness numerous personal bests, and our swimmers will truly shine.

I would like to extend a warm invitation to all parents to attend our Annual P&C Annual General Meeting (AGM) and meeting scheduled for next Monday, 10th March, 6pm at the Canowindra Hotel. We particularly encourage our new parents to join us and explore opportunities for involvement. Our P&C is a welcoming and dynamic group dedicated to prioritising our students’ needs and enhancing their educational experiences. The contributions made by our P&C play a vital role in facilitating exceptional experiences, improving facilities, and subsidising exciting excursions each year. We look forward to your participation and support.

Have a great week!

Kind regards,

Sharon Hawker
Principal

OOSH UPDATE!

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. They are still in the process of seeking applicants for these positions. For any further information please contact Jenny Nalder.

Jenny Nalder - 0428 620 236

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. 

100% Attendance Gallery

Congratulations to Lucy Davis, Archer Maere and Anaya Thurtell, 100% attendance in Week 5, keep up the great work!

Upcoming Events

Week 6 - Friday 7th March Western Swimming Carnival - Dubbo

Week 7 - Monday 3 Way meetings K/1 8:30am - 4:30pm

              - Tuesday 3 Way meetings K 8:30am - 4:30pm

              - Tuesday 11th March PSSA Cricket - Blayney

Week 9  - Tuesday 3 Way meetings 3/4, 4/5 & 5/6 Blue, 1:30-5:30pm

                - Wednesday 3 Way meetings 1/2, 2 & 5/6 1:30-5:30pm

                - Issue 2 Book Club Orders Close - Wednesday 26th March

Week 11 - Tuesday 8th April - School Photo Day

NAPLAN - Year 3 and Year 5

NAPLAN for all YEAR 3 and YEAR 5 students commences next Wednesday. Each student needs to sit 4 exams over the next 2 weeks. Students are required to bring headphones (see picture) to each exam. The exams are conducted in the hall and the students may also need a jumper if the mornings are cool.To help prepare your child for these exams we ask that they get to bed on time and eat breakfast each morning over the next 2 weeks.

New Bell Times

District Swimming

Congratulations to all 29 students who competed at Grenfell at the District Swimming Carnival last Wednesday, 26th February. All kids swam well and cheered each other on. Thank you to parents for driving their children to the carnival.

All students who placed 1st, 2nd or 3rd have qualified for Western Swimming Trials to be held in Dubbo on Friday 7th March. We have 19 students who have qualified for Western.

Good luck to all our wonderful swimmers.

Gallery

Book Club -Issue 2

Issue 2 Book Club Order forms went home with students yesterday. All orders MUST be paid for via LOOP. The school does not accept cash for book club orders.

Visit www.scholastic.com.au/LOOP

Orders close Wednesday 26th March 2025.

Upcoming 3-Way Meetings for Kindergarten Parents

We are pleased to inform you that in just a couple of weeks, we will be holding 3-Way meetings for our Kindergarten parents! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to meet your child's teacher, connect with the Infants Assistant Principal, and engage in a meaningful discussion about your child's progress and needs. These meetings will take place face-to-face.To schedule your appointment, please book through Sentral for Parents app. Here are the dates for the Kindergarten class interviews:

• Monday, 10th March - Miss Rinaldo's Kindergarten Students (K/1) from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
• Tuesday, 11th March - Miss Lander's Kindergarten Students from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Booking will open on Wednesday, 26th February, and will close at the end of business the day prior to each meeting. 
We look forward to seeing you there!

School Photo Day - Tuesday 8th April

School Photo Day ordering envelopes were sent home with students last week, if a family photo envelope is needed please see the office. 

Class in Focus

Each week one of our classes will be chosen to showcase the great learning that is happening in our school. This week our class is: K/1

Attendance Matters!

Every day counts, as regular attendance helps students to:

• develop a sense of belonging
• develop and maintain friendships
• be more engaged at school
• progress with their learning
• be more aware of career and life options.

Our Learner Qualities

We are proud to reintroduce our Visible Learning qualities, which are essential traits that empower our students to thrive both academically and personally. These qualities include:

• I Am Resilient: Our students learn to bounce back from setbacks and challenges, developing persistence and determination in their pursuit of success.

• I Am Creative: We encourage creativity by inspiring students to think outside the box and approach problems with innovative solutions.

• I Seek Feedback: Our students understand the value of constructive feedback as a tool for growth, actively seeking input to improve their learning and performance.

• I Embrace Challenge: We foster a growth mindset, encouraging students to take on challenges and view them as opportunities for learning and development.

• I Am Self-motivated: Our students take ownership of their learning, setting personal goals and striving to achieve them with enthusiasm and commitment.

These Visible Learning qualities are integral to our educational approach, helping students become confident, capable learners who are prepared for future success. Together, we will cultivate these qualities to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.

The Resilience Project continued....

Why are resilience and wellbeing important?

● Research shows us that there is a direct link between wellbeing and academics, therefore children who are not emotionally healthy will have difficulty learning. When we are stressed, the part of our brain responsible for learning does not function effectively.
● Calm children can focus and retain more information.
● Resilience enables children to take safe risks without fear of failure.
● The statistics indicate that the number of adults struggling with mental ill health has increased over the years. Statistics also tell us that mental ill health is affecting young people at alarming rates and the onset is getting earlier. Prevention is the key to seeing these figures improve.

SAVE THE DATES:

Digital Wellbeing for Families - Wednesday 19th March 

Parent Webinar - Thursday 31st July

Sentral Parents App

Please ensure you have your notifications TURNED ON (check in settings). We use this app to send push notifications for all school activities.

We are excited to introduce the Sentral Parent Portal app to all our new parents, designed to enhance communication and engagement between our school and families. This user-friendly app provides parents with easy access to important information about their child’s education and school activities. With the Sentral Parent Portal, you can view your child’s attendance records, academic progress, class schedules, and upcoming events—all from the convenience of your smartphone or tablet. Our goal is to foster a strong partnership between home and school, ensuring that you stay informed and involved in your child's learning journey. Download the Sentral Parent Portal app today and experience a seamless connection to our school community!

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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