Week 3 Term 2 Newsletter 2025

Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

As winter is right around the corner, we want to ensure that all school clothing is clearly labelled. We’ve noticed a growing collection of lost property, and we’d love your help in making sure it can be returned to our students. A quick check to confirm that everything is labelled correctly would be greatly appreciated!

A huge shoutout to our cricket team for their fantastic effort in Bathurst against Perthville PS on Monday! While they didn’t take home the win this time, they faced a strong opponent and showed great competitiveness, setting a positive tone for next year. Well done, team, parents and Ms Toovey for all your support throughout the cricket season!

We also want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Jack Daly for earning a spot on the Western Rugby Union team, which will compete in the State Finals in Newcastle later this year. We know you’ll represent our school with pride!

Looking ahead, the District Cross Country event is happening this Friday in Boorowa. The bus will be leaving promptly at 7:30 am, so please ensure all students are at the bus bay a little earlier. Miss Dixon and Ms Laurie will be there, excited and ready to cheer everyone on! You can find all the details about the event in the attachments on the Parent Sentral app. Just a friendly reminder that we still have some outstanding permissions and payments for this event. Cross Country carnivals usually go ahead even if it rains, so please be prepared for all weather conditions!

Also, if you receive any text messages regarding student absences, please remember to reply. Your response is free of charge and goes directly into Sentral as an explained absence. It’s important to respond within 2 weeks of the absence, as unaddressed absences will be marked as unexplained and cannot be changed.

Finally, please ensure that you’ve granted permission for all excursions in Sentral and that payments are up to date, especially for events that have already taken place.

Thank you for your cooperation! Wishing you all a wonderful week ahead!

Kind regards,

Sharon Hawker
Principal

EXCITING OOSH UPDATE!

We are thrilled to announce the introduction of an Outside School Hours (OOSH) program at our school! This initiative aims to provide a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for our students before and after school hours.

To ensure the success and viability of this program, we need your support. We are currently seeking more children to enrol. A robust participation will not only enhance the program's offerings but also create a vibrant community where students can connect, learn, and have fun together.

If you are interested in enrolling your child or would like more information about the OOSH program, please use QR Code to register. Your involvement is crucial in making this program a valuable addition to our school community.

Thank you for your support!

100% Attendance Gallery

Congratulations to Millie Cochrane, Cooper Riley and Grace McSpadden on 100% attendance in Week 2, keep up the great work!

Royal Far West - Parent Session

IMPORTANT PARENT and CARER SESSION. Come along and learn from experts about how to help your little people with their big emotions and how we can all help them to develop resilience. No RSVP necessary. See you at school on Thursday 22nd May. See the flyer below for more details.

Stewart House Charity Drive

Stewart House Charity Drive envelopes will be sent home with students last week.

This Charity Drive has been a cornerstone of school fundraising efforts for over 40 years, generating vital funds to support student wellbeing and education programs.

See the flyer below for further information.

Envelopes should be returned to school office no later than Friday 16th May 2025.

Upcoming Events

Term 2

Week 3 -

Thursday 15th May - Issue 3 Book Club Orders Close

Friday 16th May - Walk Safely to School Day, Stewart House envelopes due in, District Cross Country in Boorowa

District Cross Country will be May 16^th in Boorowa. Bus leaves at 7:30am and returns approx 3:30. 
Please give permission and make payment via Sentral app ASAP.

Athletics Carnival - Running Events

Congratulations to all children who participated in the running events.

The field events will take place later this term.

Cowra Small Schools are hosting the Cowra District Carnival at Cowra next term. First and second place have made to through to District, this will be held on Friday 15^th August, Week 4 Term 3.

Place ribbons will be handed out at Assembly on Friday 16^th May.

Thank you to all the High School students who assisted with timekeeping and place judging, your help was invaluable.

3 records were broken at this year’s carnival, they were:

Pia Grey – Junior girls 1500m

Noah Grey – 11 Years boys 1500m

Jack Trengove – Senior boys 1500m

Relay Teams for District will be:

Junior Boys – Makk Bowman, Archer Sharp, Hunter Lawrence, Travis Pritchard

Junior Girls – Ada Carpenter, Pia Grey, Nadia Godwin, Emily Skipper

Senior Boys – Noah Grey, Jack Daly, George McKenzie, Jack Trengove

Senior Girls – Sophie Payne, Ella Parker, Gracie-Lee Davies, Mia Burn

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Mother's Day Stall

P&C held a Mothers Day stall last Friday where students bought gifts for their loved ones. A big thank you goes to our P&C for organising this event, sourcing the array of gifts and manning the stall. 

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Do it for Dolly Day

Canowindra Public School supported 'Do It For Dolly Day' last week. We all wore blue to raise awareness and spread kindness. With the help of our school community and our P&C, $295 was raised for the foundation. Every dollar and act of kindness makes a difference!

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Book Club - Issue 3

Issue 3 Book Club Order forms went home with students today. All orders MUST be paid for via LOOP. The schoo;l does not accept cash for book club orders.

Visit www.scholastic.com.au/LOOP

Orders close tomorrow Thursday 15th May 2025.

PSSA KO Cricket

On Monday, 12th May, the Canowindra Public School cricket team travelled to Learmonth Park in Bathurst to take on Perthville Public School in what proved to be a memorable and spirited match. With the sun shining and excitement in the air, Captain Sam Markcrow won the toss and chose to bowl first. The team hit the field full of energy, with their chants and cheers echoing around the park, boosting team morale. Every player gave their all with the ball and in the field, showing great teamwork and sportsmanship. Their combined efforts saw Perthville bowled out for just 86 runs in the 24th over—a brilliant achievement! After a quick turnaround, Canowindra stepped up to bat, facing a strong and accurate pace attack from Perthville. Despite the challenge, our batters stood their ground, called loudly, and ran hard between the wickets. In the end, we were bowled out for 55 runs—a solid effort that reflects the determination and improvement shown by all players throughout the season. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all students who have dedicated their time and effort to cricket this year. A special mention to our six Year 6 students who are heading off to high school next year—thank you for your leadership and enthusiasm on and off the field. Most importantly, we extend our deepest gratitude to the parents who have volunteered their time to transport students, assist with scoring, umpiring, and help set up the grounds. Your support is what makes these sporting opportunities possible—thank you! Here’s to an even bigger and better season in 2026!

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.

PBL Focus - CPS Wellbeing Program

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 : Year 2

The Resilience Project continued....

What does the program look like in the classroom? What will my child be doing?

● Your child(ren) will complete a variety of activities that introduce them to The Resilience Project’s key principles of Gratitude, Empathy, Mindfulness and Emotional Literacy.

● The activities will give them a chance to practise these concepts, individually and in groups.

● Students will be encouraged to develop positive wellbeing habits by practising these concepts on a regular basis outside of their TRP lessons.

SAVE THE DATES:

Next 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

Healthy "Snippets" from NSW Health covering a range of topics including; healthy eating, lunchbox ideas, drinking water and food budgeting. 

Community Notices