Learning for Life Holders of Nathalia s educational history since 1878 FROM THE PRINCIPAL

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1 Telephone: Principal: Vicki McManus Learning for Life Holders of Nathalia s educational history since 1878 REMINDERS Interschool Athletics - Tomorrow, Friday, October 11th Division Athletics - Monday, October 14th Parents Club Meeting - Tuesday, October 15th, 9.30am School Fair Meeting - Tuesday, October 15th, 6.00pm School Council Meeting - Tuesday, October 15th pm Regional Athletics Championships - Friday, October 18th Community Reading Day - Friday, October 25th October 10th, 2013 STUDENT OF THE MONTH, September, 2013 Dear Families, FROM THE PRINCIPAL What a lovely start to the term. With beautiful weather and well rested students our term is set to be a wonderful celebration of the year. N ew Old Sign Bringing History into the Future SENIOR Jye MIDDLE Charlie JUNIOR Tash Congratulations The history of our school is a really special and valued part of who we are and the education we offer. Some time ago I was told of the original school sign that was stored in a shed. When the sign was unearthed, I found this lovely iron sign in really poor condition with the State School number 2060 also there, that had hung under the main frame. Over the past couple of years we have talked about having it restored and repainted but the quotes for sandblasting and powder coating was beyond our budget. I always imagined it at our front entrance proudly stating our history and showing our commitment to education in our community. This year I shared both the sign and the vision with one of our families, Anthea and Allan Locke. Allan who is also instrumental in the local Men s Shed mentioned they were looking for some projects. I never expected that when returning to school this term we would have this beautiful part of our history both restored and installed. If you have not yet seen it please come and have a look, it is amazing how wonderful it looks and just how special it really is. I would like to extend my thanks and gratitude to the wonderful people at the Nathalia Men s Shed for bringing this amazing piece of history back to life.

2 Nathalia Primary School A big congratulations to C o d y P o w e r w h o represented our school at the State Cross Country. This is an a m a z i n g e f f o r t a n d achievement from a grade 3 students. Well done Cody!! T his week we have the I n t e r s c h o o l s p o r t s happening for our year 3 to year 6 students, I know that all our students will do an amazing job at representing our school a n d s h o w i n g t h e sportsmanship we have become known for. Best of luck everyone. tudent Enagment Guidelines S Parent focus Group This term we are reviewing our S t u d e n t E n g a g e m e n t Guidelines. This document outlines the framework, value and process we use in our school around all matters that pertain to student engagement, wellbeing and discipline. Part of our process is to ensure that all parents have an opportunity to contribute to this policy. If you are at all interested in taking part in the parent discussion group, please contact the office and leave your name and contact details before Friday 25 th October. Parents who express an interest will be notified of time and date of the meeting after this date. Vicki McManus, Principal. unsmart Hats S A reminder that from September and all of Term 4 sunsmart hats are compulsory. Can all families please make sure all broad brimmed hats (clearly named) are bought to school. Any child without a hat will be unable to participate in yard play due to the statewide policy of No hat no play. Hats are available from the school office at a cost of $ B ookclub. Issue 7 has been distributed to the children. If you wish to order, please include correct money & order form in an envelope and return to school. Orders will be c o l l e c t e d f r o m t h e classroom. Please note the closing date for collection of orders will be next Tuesday the 15th of October. Shelley Hermelin Karen King-Jones rounds Committee Raffle G The committee is requesting the assistance of people to sell raffle tickets outside Nathalia Supermarket on Friday, October 18th between the hours of 3.00pm and 6.00pm. Please contact the school office if you are able to volunteer some time on this day. ost Property L Pictured is our very large collection of un-labelled, misplaced or lost articles of clothing currently overflowing our lost property box. We ask that all parents please check their uniform supplies. Feel free to visit the school and collect any missing items. STAR OF THE WEEK Week ending September 20th, 2013 Page 2 Kyle 1/2H, Well done. You have worked hard in the holidays on Mathletics and earned your first Gold certificate. That s 21 weeks in a row you have earned a certificate. Keep up the great work. STAR OF THE TERM TERM THREE Hailey CONGRATULATIONS

3 Page 3 1st year Anniversary/Open Nathalia Youth Space Monday 21st October, 2013 Congratulations to:- Teagan - 5/6J & Gavin - 5/6J GROUNDS COMMITTEE RAFFLE To assist with improving the grounds and surrounds of our school a Grounds Committee has been formed. The committee needs to raise funds to cover some of the costs involved in this endeavour. A raffle has been organised and tickets will be distributed to families in the near future. There are great prizes to be won. 1st - $500 RACV Resort Voucher, donated by the RACV 2nd - $150 Family Season Pool Pass, donated by YMCA 3rd - $100 Tyre Voucher, donated by K & K Tyre Service 4th - $100 Truggy Remote Control Car, donated by Dove Motors, Nathalia 5th - $30 Voucher, donated by Bridge Hotel, Nathalia 6th - $15 Voucher, donated by Bridge Hotel, Nathalia 7th - $15 Voucher, donated by Bridge Hotel, Nathalia The Raffle will be drawn at the School Fair on Friday, November 15th around 6.30pm. The goals of the project were: To promote and enrich the activities of young people in the area, in particular by facilitating youth access to the youth space To focus on promoting activities to enrich the development of young people in the area To create a positive profile for young people within the area and improve relations between local business, the community and young people To enhance networks and service provision of young people with other youth service and support agencies in the region Details of 1st year Anniversary/Open house: Monday 21st October from 2.30pm at Nathalia Community House, Harcourt Street, Nathalia FREE Sausage sizzle It would be appreciated if you could RSVP to Sue Maloney from Nathalia Community House if you are coming P: or E: nathch@bigpond.com. Holiday certificates: Tom 1/2H. & Kyle 1/2H Gold certificate: Kyle 1/2H

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5 2013 SCHOOL CALENDAR OF EVENTS ROTARY CLUB OF NATHALIA ONCE AGAIN ARE SUPPORTING PORTSEA CAMP OCTOBER 11th - Interschool Athletic Sports 14th - Division Athletics Carnival 15th - Parents Club Meeting 18th - Region Athletic Championship ( S hepp ) 24th - Whole School Cricket Clinic 28th - State Athletics NOVEMBER 1st - T20 Cricket - Katunga - Grades 5 & 6 5th - Melbourne Cup - Public Holiday 11th - Remembrance Day 15th - School Fair 18th - Regional Golf ( Benalla ) 19th - School Council meeting - Parents Club meeting 21st - 22nd - RACV 5th - Grade 2 Sleepover 6th - P/1/2 Activity Day DECEMBER 10th - Prep Transition Day 12th - Grade Six Graduation TBA - School Council Meeting TBA- Parents Club Meeting 20th- Term Four concludes PM TBA - Water Safety Program - Pool Day January 28th, Term One commences 29th, Students Resume 30th, Prep Students commence Nathalia Lawn Tennis Club Season Opening Saturday morning am Saturday, October 12th at 4.00pm Bring a salad to share & stay for BBQ Tea Hotshots Program Cost : $50.00( includes season membership & use of all equipment. Learn the basics of the game through skill based activities, followed by modified matches. The focus will be on enjoying playing the game of tennis with friends and being a good sport. Forma are available from the school office OR Contact Rose Nihill on Portsea camp is on once again, and will run from January 19th to 25th, Anyone wishing their child to attend please contact us. Also if there is anyone who would like to go as a leader we would appreciate hearing from you too, leaders must be 18yrs and over. Children must be between the ages of 9yrs to 12yrs Cost: $ per child. This includes a Hat, & a T Shirt. A deposit of $50 on application is required. A Payment Plan is available please contact Margaret Morgan to organise this. Application forms and a Deposit are due by Thursday, 28th November For any further information please contact: Margaret on / or Marie on You can also contact Glenda Harding at the Nathalia Primary School on a Tuesday or Wednesday, ph.: , for more information or to collect application forms. Numurkah Singers Inc. Presents Robin Hood And His band of Merry Persons Saturday October 19th pm & 8.00pm Friday, October 25th pm Saturday October 26th pm Uniting Church Hall Quinn Street NUMKURKAH Tickets on sale at the Common Thread, Melville street Numurkah Ph: Or at the door

6 Nathalia Primary School RACV Pushcart Raffle Tickets $1 each or 3 for $2 First Prize : Campbell s Hamper 2nd Prize: Ridgeline Buffalo, Camo Fleece Blanket 3rd & 4th Prizes: Frontline Plus Pet Blanket & cap. 5th & 6th Prizes: Lunch box and cap Drawn 28th October at Monday morning assembly. Tickets available from the office.