Inspiring Excellence through PRIDE Principal: Mr Peter Hickey Vere Street South Grafton NSW 2460

T: 02 6642 3388 F:02 6643 2065sthgrafton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Congratulations to our students who participated in the Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser this term. The students raised over $2000 to support the NSW Heart

Foundation. Students who fundraised participated in our school ‘JUMP OFF’ which was held in our Primary Hall last Friday. Our school will receive a rebate later this year and students involved will receive their prizes for fundraising. Congratulations to Pippa and Addison Brown who had the highest fundraising with $168 each. Thank you to our families who supported this fundraiser which also supports our wonderful skipping team.

Good luck to Annabel Dungey who is participating in the Shave for Cure this Friday. This is a fantastic initiative by Annabel to individually fundraise for this wonderful cause. She will be having her head shaved this Friday at the Clocktower at 6.00pm if you would like to support her.

As part of our Reward Days this term students are invited to wear their favourite team’s footy colours to support Fight Cancer Foundation’s Footy Colours Day. The day is a national fundraising campaign to support kids living with cancer. Every dollar raised supports Fight Cancer Foundation’s education programs to help kids with cancer continue with their education during treatment and recovery. All students who achieve their End of Term Reward will be able to participate in wearing their favourite football teams colours. The Infants Rewards Day will be held on Tuesday 7th April and Primary Rewards Day will be held On Wednesday 8th April.

Congratulations to our Boys Cricket Team who defeated Grafton Public School 3/146 to 7/125 in the second round of the PSSA knockout yesterday at JJ Lawrence Fields. The boys played with great sportsmanship and enthusiam. We wish them good luck in the third round. Our thanks to Mr Zacek for coaching this team and Mrs Warren for scoring.

On Tuesday our Year 6 students had the opportunity to attend a transition sports day at South Grafton High School. The students enjoyed playing basketball,netball,soccer and touch football.Our thanks to SGHS for providing this excellent opportunity for our students.

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Term 1 Week 7 - Thursday 12th March 2020

Inspiring Excellence through PRIDE Principal: Mr Peter Hickey Vere Street South Grafton NSW 2460

T: 02 6642 3388 F:02 6643 2065sthgrafton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Congratulations to Wayne-Chase Whitney who attended the Mid North Coast Basketball trials last Friday in Coffs Harbour and was chosen in the team and he will now attend the North Coast trials in Grafton later this term.Well done also to Kaiden Grainger who attended these trials.

Next week our Primary Campus will be participating in Waterwise activities as part of our regular water audit which is supported by Clarence Valley Council. Our classes will participate in a number of activities which encourage good habits when utilising our valuable water resources.

I have included as an attachment the latest advice NSW DEC schools have been forwarded re the Coronavirus for your perusal. I will endeavour to keep our community updated on this situation as I receive advice from state office. Our school website is being continually updated by the DEC for your information. I will add also information to our Facebook page.

We have had a complaint from a resident in Bent St saying that parents picking up children in the afternoon are parking across their driveway. Please be aware of this.Have a great weekPeter Hickey Principal

Tell Them From Me SurveyIn Term 1 2020, our school is taking part in the Tell Them From Me student survey. The survey will provide us with valuable feedback on what our students think about school life, how engaged they are with school and the different ways that teachers interact with them. Schools in Australia and around the world have used the Tell Them From Me survey to help them improve. Tell Them From Me Student Feedback Survey non-consent forms have be handed to students in Year’s 4, 5 & 6. These forms only need to be returned if you DO NOT want your child to participate. The surveys will be completed online during Weeks 9 and 10.

P&C News - Craft GroupCraft group is in full crafty mode making items for our Mother’s Day stall. The Craft Group is held every Wednesday morning from 9.00am at the Infant Campus. We are asking for donations of white mugs, small glass

jars, small /medium tin cans eg Milo tins or pineapple tins and pots for succulents. All donations are greatly appreciated and if you could please drop them to the Infants office. Please contact Kelly Vickers on 0419 162 075 if you require further information. Thank you for your support.

Library

Our students have many wonderful activities that they can enjoy in our Library. The Library is a great place for reading and borrowing books, but also fantastic for building and creating at our Lego table, for experimenting with robotics with the Edisons and using various types of technology including our fantastic Promethean board. Students are also enjoying playing board games, drawing and designing bookmarks. One rainy morning last week, students were even able to access the Library before school and many students participated in these fun activities. We are so grateful for such wonderful facilities!

Book Club Issue 2 has been sent home. Orders will close 3.00pm Monday 23rd March. All orders need to be online via scholastic.com.au or via the LOOP App. No cash can be received by the school. We hope you enjoy this exciting issue of Book Club.

Scholastic Book Club - Issue 2

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ORDERS DUE BACK BY:2020

TERM 12

@ $5 ortitlesUNDER

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001 NEW! The Helpful UnicornSomeone is stuck in the bog, and it’s up to Pearl and her friends to help!128 pp. AGES 7+$19.98

002 NEW! Adorable Colouring PackRelax and colour, with over 45 beautiful illustrations.48 pp. AGES 8+$15.99

003 NEW! Smartphone Walkie Talkie Spy KitKeep in touch with friends with these cool walkie talkies!48 pp. Walkie talkies require 3 AAA batteries (not included). AGES 8+$49.98 CLUB PRICE $35.00

004 Ninja Kid 4-PackNelson is the world’s nerdiest butt-kicking ninja!Each 192 pp. AGES 7+$63.96

005 NEW! Ninja Clones!Nelson and Kenny have been cloned into faster and smarter robots!192 pp. AGES 7+$15.99

006 NEW! Minecraft Master Builder: Mega MetropolisDesign and construct your own city and theme park.320 pp. AGES 8+$29.99 CLUB PRICE $25.00

007 NEW! Poppy’s Big Day!Queen Poppy meets many new friends as she tries to unite the Troll Kingdom!24 pp. AGES 3+$5.99

009 Most-Loved Picture Books 10-PackTen high-quality Australian picture books to encourage a love of reading.24-32 pp. AGES 3+$176.90

008 Ultimate Rocks & Gems Collection Discover some of the rocks and minerals that cover the surface of our Earth.AGES 7+$24.99 CLUB PRICE $22.00

$9

$10$4

$10

$22

$134.90SAVE $41.96SAVE

INCLUDES 5 HIGHLIGHTERS IN A SMARTPHONE STYLE CASEINCLUDES UNICORN NECKLACE

010 Where’s the Easter Bunny?The Easter Bunny has fallen down a magical burrow!24 pp. AGES 3+$14.99

$3

EVERY CHILD DESERVES A BOOK

$25

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TALK TO YOUR FRIENDS UP TO 200M AWAY

INCLUDES 48 ROCKS, 48-PP BOOK AND

COLLECTING TRAY

Inspiring Excellence through PRIDE Principal: Mr Peter Hickey Vere Street South Grafton NSW 2460

T: 02 6642 3388 F:02 6643 2065sthgrafton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Students of the Week Award

Principal AwardsAbygale Cottee, Samual Ruhan, Mikayla Carter, Zayne Really, Violet Nicholson, Heston McConnell, Ruby Elliott

Pride AwardsElsie Pugh, Asher McGregor, Liena Brown, Tyler Jung,Lilly Worthy, Caitlin Milligan, Shilah Paine, Blake Jackson,Hugh Corrigan, Emma Peterson, Scarlett Wright, Max Meyer, Chase Taylor, Akaisha Pascoe-McIntyre, Poppy Katon, Skylah Williams, Jacob Laurie, Dustin White, Kade Worthington, Alexander Rouse, Poppy Brown, Zavier Lloyd, Declan Hynard, Oliver Jones, Ella Smidt, Darcey-Lee Hamilton, Amelia Goodwin, Maggie Clancy, Fischer Sanne, Drain Skinner, Yiirrili Williams, Brett Cabalagnan, Rose Corrigan, Levi Gilmore, Ally Chard, Indiana Kroehnert, Tyson Cameron, Miley Abraham, Lacey Carlino, Hunter Frost, Myla Richards, Anna Clancy, Leah Hastings, Hayley Skinner, Beau Torrens, Lara Clydesdale, Tiahni Johnson, Pippa Creighton,Olivia Reckless, John Croake, Elise Grimes, Lucas Stone,Ruby M, Lacey Bryant, Harper Frost, Zoe Cameron,Allyrah Hunt, Kaden Rook, Jaida Collett, Breanna Rhodes,Zarley Lubis, Naysha Hynard, Nate Pohlmann, Isaac Hayes,Jalani Bannerman, David Pigg, Jacob Maher, Lily O’Hara,Dallas Vidler, Blake Gavin, Rylee Kroehnert, Lucy Warwick,Addison Brown, Ruby McNee, Riley Sciberras, Mikayla Crapp, Liam Stanton, Emily Robertson, Emma Cameron,Darby Rouse, Mylie Wall, Tayla Mackey, Taylah Berry,Hailey Skinner, Wayne-Chase Whitney, Oliver Corbett-Robinson, Samuel Finlay, Monique Fisher, Beau Gregson,Lilly-Rose Johnson, Jorja Lawrence, Jami Reid, Shilah O’Davis, Kaleb Mahy

Upcoming EventsMon 16th-Tues 17th March Primary Waterwise PresentationThurs 26th-Fri 27th March Responsible Pet Program - InfantsMon 30th Mar-Wed 1st Apr Parent Teacher InterviewsTuesday 7th April Infants Rewards DayWednesday 8th April Easter Hat Parade 11.00am Stage 2 and 3 Rewards DayThursday 9th April School Cross Country Last day of termTuesday 28th April Students return for Term 2

CanteenPRIMARYMonday Ebonnie Cooper, HELP NEEDEDTuesday Sam Pol, Sam KroehnertWednesday Leanne Torrens, Megan HunterThursday Belinda Wormald, HELP NEEDEDFriday Rae-Anne Finlay, Amy ReidINFANTSMonday Eloise Walker, HELP NEEDEDTuesday Grace Snowden, Chris ClayWednesday Sam Pol, Luke HylandThursday Jamie-Leigh Skinner, HELP NEEDEDFriday Rhonda King, Rebecca Milligan

Community News

Rebels Rugby LeagueOur first game for 2020 commences on the 21st of March. Come and be a Rebel.Family Friendly ClubAge groups from U6 to U15’sGirls League Tag Team U13’s-U17’sAll boys and girls welcomeCoaches for all age groupsRego fees for all ages $100 @SGRJRLWe accept active kids’ vouchersAll new players registered to the club receive free socks and shorts. Register Online at https://www.playrugbyleague.com/register. For more info email - ez1010@live.com.au

KRB Flynn Catterall KMS Ivy StevensKCK Luke Warwick KET Flynn Hewitt1SM Marleeah Wallace1AO Tony Spek1KR Valin Skerry 1KD Rosalie Skinner 1/2KW Heath Gilmore 2SB Amelia Martin 2LB Kaliyah R 2LS George Roberts3JD Shepherd Frost

3KG Tex Skerry3DR Brodie Rolls 3JR Taj Giggins4MA Rhys Staples 4ES Lochlan Egan4TB Jessica Zomer 5KR Mary-Grace Ballis5DH Damien White 5/6TC Chloe Ryan5/6ER Aidan Menzies 6LG Sienna Robb6TM Lucas McCann 6SD Ayden Nacinovic

Please support these businesses who support South Grafton Public School

CRANES Jacaranda Preschool has been a part of the local community for nearly fifty years. We pride ourselves on providing high quality education and care for

children in the Grafton area. Jacaranda Preschool is open from 8.30am to 4.00pm. Fee support for low income families. Please contact the preschool for more

information 6642 4082 or www.cranes.org.au/jacaranda-preschool

Mark Hunting Branch Manager

62 Skinner Street South Grafton NSW 2460 P 02 6643 3044 F 02 6643 5554 M 0428 433 044 E mark.hunting@bendigoadelaide.com.au

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Community Bank Branch

Coronavirus (COVID -19) Information for parents and carers to support children and young people How you can support your child It is perfectly normal for children to have questions about events that are covered in the media, such as the information currently being distributed about COVID-19. Children look to the significant adults in their lives for guidance on how to manage their reactions and you can help your child by remaining calm and reassuring them. There is a common misunderstanding that talking with your child about a topic such as COVID-19 may increase their anxiety. This is not the case. It is important to listen to your child and answer their questions as honestly as possible and correct any misunderstandings. This will help them feel informed and understand what is happening. Keeping up to date with the facts from reliable sources will help keep conversations calm, considered, and constructive. Provide information in words that are appropriate to the age of your child. Children can be distressed by hearing repeated stories so monitor how much your child is being exposed to television and social media and encourage them to talk to you about what they are seeing and hearing.

Some practical advice Some practical advice for your child includes reminding them to cover their nose and mouth when they cough or sneeze (coughing into their elbow is a useful strategy), keep their hands clean by washing them regularly with soap and water, and avoid touching their eyes, nose, and mouth before washing their hands. These are easy habits for children to adopt, and should help them feel as though they're able to exert some control over their circumstances. If your child must stay at home, it is important for your child to maintain a healthy lifestyle including proper diet, sleep, and social contact at home and by email and phone with family and friends

Communication is important • read the department’s response to COVID-19 for current

information • read any information sent home by the school.

• contact the school if your child becomes unwell.

Where to get help Contact the school if you are concerned about your child’s wellbeing to discuss the most appropriate support. Support is also available through a number of agencies and community organisations. Parents and carers can:

• call the National Coronavirus Health Information line (1800 020 080) • review the NSW Health COVID-19 website for the latest information

and advice • obtain help and information from the local General Practitioner or

Community Health Centre

If you would like additional support, the following services are available • The school counselling service • Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 – kidshelpline.com.au • Headspace – 1800 650 890 – eheadspace.org.au • Parent Helpline – 1300 1300 52 • Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 • Lifeline – 13 11 14