Murrurundi Public School
Newsletter Term 1 Week 1
Maximising Outcomes Positive Relationships Success for All
Mayne Street. Murrurundi. 2338 Ph: 65466057 Fax: 65466596
www.murrurundi-p.schools.nsw.edu.au email: murrurundi-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Relieving Principal: Mrs Megan Druitt
30th January, 2015
Principal’s Message
Welcome back to school everyone. It is great to see
such happy faces upon our return to school.
This week we also welcomed Miss Kate Pollock to our
school. Miss Pollock will teach students in the 3/4
classroom during 2015.
We currently have 56 students enrolled from K-6 which
allows us to offer 3 classes. This is a lovely way to
start the year. The teachers are now busy planning
their class learning programs. If you would like to chat
to your child’s teacher about their learning please call
Mrs Wilson to make an appointment.
On Tuesday, 10th Feb a parent information afternoon
will be held in the library. Parents and families of
students are invited to come along from 4.00-5.00pm
to hear how classrooms will operate this year and what
exciting learning opportunities will take place for the
students.
This week our 2015 Kindergarten children began their
school journey. What an exciting time for them and
their families. A big warm welcome to
Ally, Jasmin, Amber, Zoe, Emma, Lacey,
Samantha, Olivia, Lillian and Logan and their
families!
Staffing in 2015
Term 1:
 Mrs Druitt: K/1/2 class teacher
Relieving Principal
 Miss Pollock: 3/4 class teacher.
 Mr Ralston: 5/6 class teacher.
 Mrs Foley: Teacher Librarian (TL) & Release from
Face to Face (RFF) teacher on Monday and
Tuesday.
 Mrs Capararo: Learning Assistance Support
Teacher (LAST) Tuesday and Wednesday and
K/1/2 support teacher.
 Mrs Randell and Mrs Smith will continue to
support our students K-6. Mrs Smith will also be
working in the library on administrative tasks and
as our Community Relations Officer.
 Mrs Faulkner: Art teacher K-6 on Wednesdays.
 Mrs Wilson: School Administration Manager
(SAM) Monday-Friday.
 Mr Watson: General Assistant one day per week.
 Mrs Betts: School Cleaner Monday to Friday.
 Mr Leitch: Scripture teacher on Friday.
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Pride in Our Heritage and Confidence in Our Future
Murrurundi Public School
Maximising Outcomes Positive Relationships Success for All
Library Days: Years 3 to 6 on Monday and K/1/2 on
Tuesday.
Sport: Friday
Scripture: Friday
Banking Day: Tuesday
Whole School Assembly:
Friday, 9.30-10.00am (beginning Week 3)
P&C Canteen:
Commences Friday Week 2
Information Update
We are once again updating our student records.
Please ensure we have the correct information for your
children:- home and mobile numbers, addresses,
emergency contacts and any medical/dietary needs
(including allergies) your child may have.
Don’t Forget – Crunch & Sip
Crunch&Sip® involves a time each
day when children can eat a piece of
vegetable or fruit in the classroom, while
class continues. They can also have a
clear water bottle on their desk to sip
from throughout the day. Remember to
bring a water bottle to school each day.
School Banking
Our school offers Student Banking through the
Commonwealth Bank of Australia. If you would like an
application package please see Mrs Wilson. School
banking is held on TUESDAY of each week.
School Attendance
Our school roll is marked at 9.30am EACH DAY by the
class teachers. If your child is late to school they
must visit the OFFICE BEFORE entering class and
must be accompanied by their parent or caregiver.
If your child is absent from school a note is required on
their return explaining their absence, eg. sick, family
leave. Regular attendance at school is essential to
assist students to achieve their potential. Close
monitoring of student attendance is a continuing
priority in 2015.
We are beginning the term with our two swimming
carnivals and swimming for weekly class sports
activities.
 Sport Swimming commences week 1: 30th
January – Kindergarten students will remain at
school with Mrs Druitt for the first 3 weeks.
 MPS Swimming Carnival K-6: Mon 9th Feb at
the Murrurundi Pool from 9.30am.
 Upper Hunter Small Schools Swimming
Carnival for 8 years and over: Monday 16th
Feb at the Murrurundi Pool from 9.30am.
 The PSSA Upper Hunter Zone Swimming
Carnival is on Friday, 20th of Feb at the
Singleton Pool & Fitness Centre.
We currently have a range of desks and other furniture
items under our COLA that are available to anyone
who would like to take them. Please see Mrs Wilson if
you are interested in these items.
Coming Up – Week 2
Mon:
Tue:
Wed:
Thur:
Fri:
Scripture
School Sport – swimming
Please Return:
 Swimming Carnival Notes K-6
 Update Information Sheet K-6
 Media Note Yrs 1-6
Pride in Our Heritage and Confidence in Our Future