Newsletter Term 1 Week 10 - Thursday, 1 April 2021 TOMAREE PUBLIC SCHOOL
PO Box 710, Nelson Bay 2315
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEB: www.tomaree-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
Principals Report
The end of Term 1…wow, that has come in a rush! I know all staff have been very busy getting everything finalised
for the end of term, and are looking forward to planning for Term 2, after they have spent some time with their
own families over the break.
Congratulations Archie and Sophia
This week I had the pleasure of two Kindergarten students visiting me to share their
great writing, based on a book read in class about Easter. Both Archie and Sophia
(and Miss Tamsett) were so proud of their great work. It is such a pleasure to see
how far some of our youngest students have come in their first 10 weeks at school.
Setting and Achieving Maths Goals
This year, teachers are working with students in setting goals in the classroom. Recently
from Mrs Sullivan’s class, I was visited by Ella Rose, Annabelle, Eli, Sebastian and Jake,
who proudly spoke about their Maths goals, explained how they achieved them and
what their next goal was in Mathematics.
The confidence of these students as they shared their knowledge and their goals was
amazing. Congratulations to all the students, Mrs Sullivan and Mrs Saddington.
Cooler Classroom Update
Yesterday, Mrs Xenos (THS Principal) and I met with a large group of people from various companies, as well as
Department of Education Representatives, to discuss the Cooler Classroom Project.
The project will move to tender, and then the installation of the project can go ahead once the tender process has
closed and been accepted. The entire site (Primary, High and TAFE) will need to have the electrical upgrade and
installation of the hardware before it can be operational. This will mean some disruption to classrooms as the
hardware is installed. More information about which classes will be affected and when, will come out to parents
and carers once we know the timeframe for the installation. It was very exciting to see the next phase is about to
begin.
Flooding at Keel Street
I am attaching some recent photos of our flooded area at the Keel Street gate. Whilst the water has receded
slightly, the oval, bike racks and path are still under water.
I have been in extensive talks with the Director of Assets Management and WH&S Representatives from the
Department of Education since the flooding, who have also visited the school on a number of occasions to see the
damage. At this point in time we are awaiting their input and expertise as to how the situation can be rectified. The
area has been fenced off until a solution can be reached or the water level drops.
I would like to thank parents and carers for their understanding in realising this is a situation beyond our control
and reassure you we are working hard to rectify it. We will continue to keep you informed of any changes to the
current water levels and when Keel Street gate can re-open.
Easter Hat Parade
The Easter Hat Parade was held today! Thank you to Michele Pearson and the Special Events team who did such a
great job organising the events for the day. Next term we will be including the photos from this great day. It was a
lovely way to end the term.
Holidays
I just want to wish everyone a wonderful Easter break and a fantastic autumn holiday. The current situation in
Brisbane, with the 3-day lockdown and the raft of restrictions (especially for schools) reinforces the need to stay
diligent and COVID safe.
Please take extra care over the holidays, especially if you are travelling. The Term 2 Staff Development Day (pupil
free day) is on Monday 19th April, with all students due to return to school on TUESDAY 20th APRIL.
Have a wonderful 2 weeks and enjoy making memories with your family and friends.
Christene Gray
Proud Principal, Tomaree Public School
Student Merit Awards
Student Name Class Student Name Class
Bobby Fisher KO Tully Thompson 3/4Z
Bonnie Diana KO Maebel Colley 3/4Z
Albert Affleck KO Noah Garth 3/4Z
Archie Cowan KT Ella Niddrie 3/4Z
Jacob Daniels KT London Rundle MCN
Sayla Williams KT Harrison Stone 4/5G
Mackenzie Holbert K/1H Ashlee Johnson 4/5G
Zarlie Willis K/1H Bess Phillips 4/5G
Oliver Pinochet K/1H Tina Benson 4/5G
Tyson Simms 1/2A Alfie Dodd 5/6CO
Chau Pham 1/2A Anneliese Jones 5/6CO
Jessica Fenton 1/2A Oliver Snell 5/6CO
Samuel Profitt 1/2WH Eli Brown 5/6CO
Riah Francis 1/2WH Aille Kabayama 5/6H
Shelby Swan 1/2WH Lawson West 5/6H
Zahli Read 2M Malia Moses-Kinkaid 5/6H
Elly Mundey 2M Jasmine Hodgson 5/6H
Annabelle Shephard 3S Xavier Pounder 5/6R
Anthony West 3S Alanna Thornthwaite 5/6R
Jessica Keerie 3S Layla Parsons 5/6R
Brodie Gracen 3S Jack Shephard 5/6R
Tully Brunt 3/4A Jayden Peterson MCP
Ryan Weingott 3/4A
Chloe Penman 3/4A Presented at Tuesday’s School Assembly
Class Representatives 2021
3S • Harlow Earnshaw
• Cooper O’Brien
3/4A • Charlotte Elmer • Ryan Weingott
3/4Z • Mia Jones
• Jacob Hughes
4/5G • Harrison Stone • Ashlee Johnson
5/6H • Maxx McMahon • Piper Mullins
5/6CO • Abdul Kareem
• Anneliese Jones
5/6R • Gabby McCallum • Cruz McGrath
MC
• Crystal Peterson
Library Monitors 2021
K/1H • Ileana Pleym • Oliver Pinochet
1/2WH • Dekirie Mayer
• Kaleb Grover
1/2A • Teeps Atutahi • Ava Langsford
2M • Tilly Diana
• Jason O’Brien-Williams
3S • Ulrich Tending
• Elsie Plain
3/4A • Ava Lobley • Cameron Humphreys
3/4Z • Heather Liney • Ty Evans
4/5G • Tina Benson • Oliver Hoffman
5/6H • Callum Dwyer • Jasmine Gambell
5/6CO • Angus Attard
• Nirvana Goyne
5/6R • Tyler Landicho • Ebony Grover
MCP • Larissa Page
Year 6 Leadership Day 2021
Last Friday (26th March), all of year 6 attended a Leadership Training Day organised by Mr Hopper and
Miss Rowlands. This day was based around our school values and what is involved when being a leader at
Tomaree Public School. We played a range of team work activities and looked at a number of inspirational
leaders across our world and the qualities they hold.
Year 6 spoke about the important role that ToPS Leaders play in our school, particularly for their younger
peers and brainstormed activities that they would like to coordinate in the playground and that their
peers would enjoy participating in. ToPS is one of the amazing programs that is run at our school and
supports so many of our students, both Year 6 leaders and their peers. It promotes a sense of belonging
while building leadership and problem-solving skills.
ToPS will be up and running Week 1 of Term 2.
Activities include: canteen helpers, quite play with colouring and toys, sandpit activities, hoola hoops and
the extremely popular recess disco!
Intensive Swimming Scheme
Defence News
Royal Australian Airforce Centenary
On March 31 the RAAF celebrated 100 years of service to Australia.
Air Force 21 has planned a national series of events and initiatives. Visit the RAAF Centenary website to learn more:
www.airforce.gov.au/100
End of Term
I have enjoyed working with the Defence students during Term One, especially getting to know those new
to our school this year.
Please continue to inform me if there are any changes to your family’s work circumstances
(deployment/exercise/courses).
Stay safe and enjoy the holiday break. I look forward to catching up with everyone next term.
Kind regards,
Debbie Hersant, Defence School Mentor
For the past two weeks most Yr3 have attended “Swim Scheme” at Tomaree Aquatic Centre.
Although we have battled with the weather, on the days we were able to attend all students were
respectful and responsible. Most importantly they have all shown personal best, enthusiasm and
improvement. Mrs Zimmerman and I were so proud of each and every one of them and how much
progress they all made. Well done Year 3.
Mrs Sullivan.
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