Term 2 Week 8
www.mendooran-c.school.nsw.edu.au
17th June 2013
CROSS COUNTRY - COOLAH
KYLE HARTLEY OFF TO STATE!!!!!
On Friday 14th June, Kyle Hartley and Carter Swan represented Mendooran Central School in the
Regional Cross Country held at Coolah. Carter ran 15th out of 50 competitors in the Primary Section
and only just missed out on a place at the State Carnival. Congratulations on a terrific effort!
Kyle ran 6th out of 30 competitors in the Secondary Section. The track was 3kms long on a very wet
dewy surface. Kyle ran the race in 12 minutes, 30 seconds and there was only 30 seconds difference
between the top 6 competitors on the day. A very close finish. He is successful in attaining a place at
the State Championships Carnival. Congratulations Kyle and good luck at State!
Principal
Michael Spora
HTSS
Julie Waters
HTMY
Susan Young
Assistant Principal
Sara Reynolds
Captain Secondary
Amelia Washbrook
Vice Caps Secondary
Danielle Sciberras
Steven Leask
Captains Primary
Tahlija Williams
Kevin Martin
Vice Caps Primary
Tayla Eyles
Jaike Mitchell
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PRINCIPAL’S NOTES
Athletics Carnival
Yet again, we were advised to post-pone the Athletics Carnival from today until Wednesday. This way
we can ensure that the oval and running track are in a safe state for competing. Although we have had
quite an interruption due to the weather, I still encourage all students to show full enthusiasm and house
spirit by competing wherever possible and ensuring that there is plenty of cheering for team mates.
Parents are reminded that you are also very welcome and we hope to see as many of you here as
possible. There will be complimentary tea and coffee and some morning tea provided in the canteen for
any parents and family members who come along.
Jumpers
With the very cold mornings we ask that parents please ensure that all
jumpers are labelled clearly with your child’s name on it. Also, if your child
has borrowed a jumper from the school clothing pool, please return it/them
so that we can ensure that everyone can be kept warm and in uniform.
Year 8 UNSW Excursion
In the first week of Term 3 our Year 8 students will be attending an
excursion to Sydney, fully funded by The University of New South Wales
(UNSW). Mrs Waters who will be attending the excursion with the students
has been doing a wonderful job of forging a partnership with UNSW to offer
experiences to our students that open minds and opportunities in terms of
their options after school.
Work Experience
A number of our Year 10 students are currently participating in Work
Experience. This is another wonderful opportunity to help students decide
on what career path they would (or would not) like to follow once they leave
school. Thank you to the Staff and Employers for the extra time and effort
that goes into making this a successful opportunity for our students.
calendar
Mon 17.6.13
ICAS Writing
Assessment
Tues 18.6.13
ICAS Spelling
Assessment
Wed 19.6.13
Athletics Carnival
Cross Country Representatives
Last week, Kyle Hartley and Carter Swan competed in the Regional Cross Country trials.
Congratulations to both boys, to Carter who narrowly missed out on qualifying further and particularly
to Kyle for qualifying to compete at the State Championship event next term. This is a fantastic
achievement and we are very proud of your achievements.
Michael Spora
Principal
Major Excursion News – IMPORTANT
Just another quick reminder to all who are attending the Major
Excursion to the Gold Coast. Please keep your payments up
to date. It may seem like a long way away, but it’s only a bit over two
months away. If you have any queries regarding the excursion please
contact the front office.
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MERIT AWARDS
K/1:
Airlie Smith
Annabelle Tincknell
2/3/4: Jackson Hardes
Noah Harris
4/5/6: Malcolm Hellyer
Kaitlyn Reynolds
Class Award Ribbons
K/1:
Shaelah Haron
2/3/4: Kayleigh Rutter
4/5/6: Jacob Howarth
PRIMARY ASSEMBLY
AWARDS
Special Awards: Angus Tudgey, Brian Hellyer, Joseph Frohmuller
INFANTS ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
The Mendooran Central School Infants Athletics Carnival will be held on Wednesday 19th June due to
the rain cancelling events.
Infant students - Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 students - will go into class at 9am and complete
work until 10.30am. Age races will be held on the 100m track at approximately 10.30am before we have
recess and watch the older students run their age races.
After recess students will participate in novelty events and relay races on the 50m track beside the
equipment. The infants will break for lunch and then continue our carnival with throwing events and
long jump.
Parents and family are invited along on the day and we encourage everyone to be in house colours.
Please ensure that students have hats, drink bottles, running shoes and warm jumpers. I look forward to
a great day.
S Reynolds
CANTEEN NEWS - ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
A reminder to all parents that the Canteen will only be providing easily prepared hot food on
Wednesday. There will be no hamburgers or wraps. Please choose things which will go into the pie
warmer as we expect to have a busy day. Thank you.
S Abbott
Canteen Manager
SECONDARY NEWS GENERAL
Congratulations to Kerrie Ward on her success at the North West Expo at Coonabarabran recently!
This week some of our students are completing work experience. Placements include Robert Austin at
“Mavin” Truck Centre in Kempsey for two weeks; Jake McKenna at “Kennedy Express” in Dubbo;
Jake Sladden at Mendooran Central School as a Secondary teacher and Susanne Hall at “Kate’s Cuts”
Hairdressing Mendooran for one day a week.
Again we invite all parents and carers to join us at the Athletics Carnival on Wednesday (weather
permitting).
J Waters
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CANTEEN ROSTER
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
17.6.13:
18.6.13:
19.6.13:
20.6.13:
21.6.13:
L Monk, T Tobin
CLOSED
S Sladden
CLOSED
J Smith, M Ward
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
24.6.13:
25.6.13:
26.6.13:
27.6.13:
28.6.13:
K Swan, K Sweeney
CLOSED
S Sladden
CLOSED
S Abbott
NEWS FROM THE LAB
As we trot rapidly towards the end of Term 2, the activity in the lab continues. Kindergarten is
keeping a caterpillar alive and waiting for Mr Fluffy to form a cocoon, the boys in Ag are testing seed
germination up the back and Shaylah is growing a great range of single celled organisms in trough
water. There are experiments on the go everywhere!
Just a few reminders. Years 9 & 10, don’t forget to get hold of a pop top from a drink bottle
(Powerade, Juice or Pump water bottles are the go) and Years 7 & 8, don’t forget we are looking at
rocks and crystals so if you have any cool or interesting rocks laying about bring them in and we will
check them out in the lab.
This weeks fun science fact! The largest flower in the world is called the Rafflesia. It is extremely
rare, it’s more than 1 metre in diameter and grows in Malaysia. Unlike flowers that are pollinated by
bees the Rafflesia is pollinated by flies and as a result smells like rotting meat!
DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
Shaylah Taufa, Year 11 has produced design projects of a very high standard
based on a Tongan theme. Her pride in her heritage is evident in her
interpretation of the traditional Tongan art designs which she has faithfully
reproduced. You can see her own individual flair displayed on the pieces
pictured here. She is unafraid to experiment and the Design and Technology
Curriculum encourages them to work in a variety of mediums and encourages
creativity and innovation which Shayla has embraced.
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T Newberry
Mendooran Central School
CWA COUNTRY OF STUDY 2013 – MOROCCO
Each year the CWA selects a country of study to help develop a greater
understanding of the people of our world. Our local CWA has once again invited us
to participate with them in their studies.
Please encourage your child/children to start researching and collecting information
and to enter in the competition. Start as soon as you can, as entries will be collected
by Week 8, Friday 21st June, in the library. Some time will be given during Library lessons, but
most work will need to be done at home.
There are also a number of useful websites: www.cwaofnsw.org.au (click on International then
Country of Study then Morocco).
K/1 – Colouring Competition
K/1will be provided with a colour-in poster competition which will be completed in the Library
2/3/4 – A True poster (Half-size cardboard)
* Only posters on correct sized card will be judged by CWA.
* Students need to select one area of interest (only) to present with the aim to sell that CERTAIN
ASPECT OF MOROCCO with an attractive heading, eye-catching illustrations, and short, neat
captions.
4/5/6 – A Project Book
Book size: A4, maximum 20 pages (back to back) Table of contents and Bibliography count as one
page each.
MARKING CRITERIA:
Table of Contents and Bibliography
5 Marks
Cover (arouse interest, indicating content, include title, be attractive)
10 Marks
Spelling
5 Marks
Presentation – neatness, setting out in the whole book/each page, balance of
15 Marks
information and illustrations, use of margins, general effect and variety in
presentation. N.B. Each is to be judged on its merits, therefore handwritten
and computerised are equal. Select one or the other for uniform presentation.
History (Main events, Important people, Government)
20 Marks
Geography (General information, Capital and large cities, Important rivers,
Mountains and other land forms, Agriculture, Industry, Flora and Fauna)
20 Marks
Culture (Education, Dress, Food, Customs, Festivals, Language, Arts, Music,
Literature, Religion, the Role of Women and Girls)
25 Marks
Be selective with your information, do not try to pack in too much. Use your own words. Do not cut
and paste information. Do not over-use illustrations. Label or use captions for all photos, drawings or
illustrations.
NB Students are free to include other interesting aspects they discover. Originality will receive
extra marks in any section.
Group International Officers are to arrange the judging of entires. The winning entry from each
group is to be mailed to the State International Officer and the winner advised prior to the end of the
school year.
1st prize for a winning individual child is $20 with $100 going to the school.
LYeo (Teacher/Librarian)
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2013 INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS AND
ASSESSMENTS FOR SCHOOLS (ICAS)
ICAS is a highly regarded assessment program for schools offered in the key subject areas of Computer Skills, English, Mathematics, Science, Spelling and Writing, which enables schools to identify
students’ levels of academic performance and also offers recognition and reward for school students.
Schools receive comprehensive hard-copy and online reports on their
students’ performances in each subject. Each participating student also receives individual
diagnostic reports in both hard-copy and online, as well as a certificate to recognise their
achievement. This year ICAS has extended to Year 2 students in English and Mathematics.
More information on the benefits of ICAS is available at www.eaa.unsw.edu.au/icas/about
Name
School
Year
Competition
Sitting Date
Cost
(incl
GST)
Closing Date
for Entries
Spelling
Years 3-7
Tuesday
18 June 2013
$12.10
CLOSED
Writing
Years 3-12
Monday
17 June 2013
$18.70
CLOSED
Mathematics
Years 2-12
Tuesday
13 August 2013
$8.80
Tuesday
16 July 2013
English
Years 2-12
Wednesday
31 July 2013
$8.80
Wednesday
28 June 2013
SCHOOL JUMPERS!!
Our new woollen jumpers have arrived!!
These V-neck, machine-washable jumpers are extremely
warm and hardwearing. They are a wool blend and display the
school emblem.
Size 8-10 $60
Size 12-18
$65
We have an example of each size to try on before you order.
So, come in and have a look at the new smart jumpers!!
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FOR
SALE!!
Mendooran Central School
COMMUITY NEWS
DUNEDOO RUGBY LEAGUE NETBALL
MEETING TONIGHT at 7pm @ Sports Club. Everyone invited to come along.
Rugby League:
Kids 2 Kangaroo’s Holiday Clinic to be held in Dunedoo.
Wednesday 3rd July 2013.
Two clinics to be held:Ages 5-12 from 10am to 12pm
Ages 12-16 from 12.30-2.30pm
Dunedoo JRLN will be providing a sausage sizzle from 12pm for all participants.
Registrations for the clinic will be taken online & kids will receive some great promotional gear. More
information will be provided shortly.
Home Game:
Home game this weekend against Coonamble. No netball. Game times will be provided at training. Please
remember if you can lend a hand in the canteen or BBQ, please let Debbie Robertson or Fabian Boyd know.
Bon Fire – Family Fun Night:
Saturday 29th July 2013 at Robertson Oval. Family Fun Night with Bon Fire, Lamb on a Spit, games, music
and more. $20 entry per family.
Mendooran Central School Uniform Supplies @ 30.1.2013
CLOTHING
(Includes GST)
BLACK SLOPPY JOES Small (Size 6, 8, 10, 12, 14)……………………..
(with school crest)
Large (Size 16y, 16, 18, 20)……………………
TRACKPANTS (microfibre)
Small (Size 12, 14)……………………..
(for upper primary/secondary)
Large (Size 16, 18, 20)……………………
TRACK PANTS (fleecy) (infants K-4) (Size 6, 8 and 10)……………….
POLO SHIRTS (grey or white)
Small (Size 6, 8, 10, 12, 14)…...………….
(with school crest)
Large (Size 16y, 16, 18)………………….
SPRAY JACKETS (black and white/school crest)…………………………….
HATS
Caps (Black with school emblem)
Bucket Hats (Black: Size 53, 55, 57, 59 & 61cm)…………………………….
EQUIPMENT
Calculators (Scientific)………………………………………………………....
Library Bags (range of colours)………………………………………………..
Sunglasses (black)……………………………………………………………..
Student Pen/Pencil Sets (eraser, sharpener, blue/black/red pens & 2 pencils)
Pencil Cases (Tartan)………………………………………………………….
Book Packs .......................................................................................................
Maths Kit ……………………………………………………………………..
A3 Art Diary (while stocks last)………………………………………………
$16.00
$20.00
$18.00
$20.00
$11.00
$14.00
$16.00
$55.00
$ 5.00
$ 7.50
$21.00
$ 3.50
$ 9.90
$ 4.00
$ 1.50
$30.00
$ 4.00
$ 5.00
Mendooran Central School has purchased black jumpers, tracksuit pants and polo shirts to help
parents buy locally for your convenience. Prices have been kept down as much as possible and
the School has passed on the savings by buying in bulk. The school crest has been included on
jumpers and shirts to make our students look great in their uniforms.
Please contact the school office in advance if possible if you would like to purchase uniforms.
The correct money is a huge help to the office staff.
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SCHOOL CONTRIBUTIONS - 2013
Voluntary Infants/Primary Contributions: $25.00 per child
Voluntary Secondary Contributions:
$50.00 per child
Voluntary FAMILY MAXIUMUM:
$80.00 (not including electives)
Both Voluntary contributions and Elective fees may be paid by instalment.
COMPULSORY ELECTIVES COST
Year 7/8 Electives:
Technology Mandatory
$20.00 (enables students to take work home)
Year 9/10 Electives:
Year 11/12 Electives:
Industrial Technology
Food Technology
Design & Tech (Textiles)
Art
Agriculture
Hospitality
D&T Mixed Media
Art
Agriculture
Metals & Engineering
$40.00 first project ($30 per project thereafter)
$15.00 per term ($60.00 per year)
$20.00
$25.00
$10.00
$15 per term ($60.00 per year)
$20
$25
$10
$40 first project (2nd project dependent on cost)
Please tear off the following section and fill in details accordingly to the number of students you have
attending Mendooran Central School to calculate the amount owing
FAMILY NAME:………………………………………………………..
VOLUNTARY SCHOOL CONTRIBUTION
No Primary
Students
No. Secondary
Students
TOTAL $
SCHOOL CONTRIBUTIONS
(Maximum $80.00)
COMPULSORY COSTS SECONDARY ELECTIVES
Year 7/8 Electives:
Year 9/10 Electives:
Year 11/12 Electives:
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Technology Mandatory
Industrial Technology
Food Technology
Design & Tech (Textiles)
Art
Agriculture
Hospitality
D&T Mixed Media
Art
Agriculture
Metals & Engineering
$20.00
$40.00
$60.00
$20.00
$25.00
$10.00
$60.00
$20.00
$25.00
$10.00
$40.00
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TOTAL ELECTIVE FEES
$
TOTAL CONTRIBUTIONS PAYABLE
$