DIARY DATES

Fri 7 Jun School Spelling Bee

Mon 10 Jun Public Holiday

Fri 14 Jun Waste Warrior Talk

Tue 25 Jun Galgabba Spelling Bee

Wed 26 Jun Netball Gala Day

Thu 27 Jun Reports Due Home

TERM 2 Week 6 - Tuesday 4 June, 2019

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

BLACKSMITHS SOCCER STAR

Tegan was chosen and played in the girls’ State PSSA soccer team with her position being goalkeeper. This was a huge undertaking for Tegan and her family as they had to travel to Lismore for the entire week. Upon talking to Tegan on her return, she stated that “some teams were really tough but we played well”. We are extremely proud of Tegan and her drive to excel in soccer and are sure that we will see good things for her in the future

REGIONAL CROSS COUNTRY

Last Friday we had a group of children attend the Regional Cross Country. This is a huge event and the competition is extremely tough. With that said, Blacksmiths children are solid competitors. Congratulations to all of the children that attended and participated, we are proud of you all. The following children made it through to States titles, which will be held later in the year:

• Thomas C.: 1st • Mitchell C.: 2nd

• Emerson: 1st • Kaitlin: 5th

• Harry: 2nd

FOOD ALLERGY WEEK

This was a huge success, with our children painting a nail to represent that 1/10 children currently have a diagnosed food allergy. Each day we were able to speak to the children about hygiene before and after eating, the various reactions that people can have and what to do in case of an emergency.

RECONCILIATION WEEK

Reconciliation Week was celebrated within the classrooms in various ways including Dreamtime stories, writing activities, art and class discussions. We are looking forward to continuing to celebrate inclusivity at the end of this term during NAIDOC week. The theme of NAIDOC week for 2019 is “Truth, treaty and voice”. We currently have some of our Yr 6 & 5 students working on the details of our NAIDOC celebration.

In the interest of all children who attend Blacksmiths PS we encourage parents & carers not to send nuts, or products containing nuts, to school. Thank you.

GRIP LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

I had the pleasure of spending the day with our Year 6 leaders, taking them to the Grip Leadership Conference. Our children where absolutely model citizens and had the opportunity to grow their leader skills and unique style.

HUNTER DANCE FESTIVAL

Congratulations to our senior girls who have been learning a dance for entry into the Hunter Dance Festival. We have just received confirmation that Blacksmiths PS was successful. More information about dates, costumes, etc will continue in the coming week.

SPELLING BEE

Spelling is a focus every week, and particularly for the following weeks. This week our classes are having their spelling finals and letters will be sent home today for those children who have made it into the school final this Friday 7 June, starting at 9.15am in the hall. The 1st and 2nd place winners will continue to represent both the Galgabba Spelling Bee Finals and the Premiers Spelling Bee. We wish everyone the best of luck!

CANTEEN VOLUNTEERS

The canteen is in need of volunteers for the remainder of the year to continue operating. If you can spare a small amount of your time on a Monday, even if it is only once per term, please see one of the P&C team or leave your name at the office.

P&C MEETING

Tonight will be the first official P&C Meeting for the year now that we have our executive team consisting of:

• President- Colin Taylor

• Treasurer- Mel Linde

• Secretary- Megan Lysaght

Please come along and participate. It really is a lovely experience to be involved in decisions regarding your children’s school and what happens for the year. We welcome any new members and ideas.

Kim Harris - Principal

HOME READING AWARDS

25 Nights: Damon M. Flynn L.

50 Nights: Flynn L. Noah L.

Zachary M.

75 Nights: Lyla N.

ASSEMBLY AWARDS - Term 2 Week 4

K Indi H. Archie A. Zachary M.

1/2/3 Levi C. Jesse L.Isabel P.

Chloe R.

3/4/5 Finn W. Tom C. Lily R.

5/6 Zahra J. Sienna K. Grace H.

• Mouthguard special! $150 custom made and heavy duty for extra protection.

• Bulk Bill dental treatment under the Medicare Child Dental Benefit Scheme for eligible children.

• No gap check-up and cleans for kids under 12 years old, if they are in a health fund that covers dental.

02 4971 3366 5-6/2 Belmont street Swansea www.swanseafamilydental.com.au

DYSLEXIA OR LEARNING DIFFICULTIES? Some children experience reading and learning difficulties as a result of

visual perception problems caused by

Irlen Syndrome/Scotopic Sensitivity Irlen Syndrome can cause Dyslexia and difficulties with:

• Spelling Writing • Comprehension Concentration • Fatigue Eye Strain

IRLEN DIAGNOSTIC CLINIC NEWCASTLE

Suite 3/136 Nelson Street Wallsend 2287

Phone 49 556904

Regional Clinics Taree: 0409653700 Central Coast: 0414685283

www.irlendyslexia.com

Blacksmiths Public School - Term 2 - 2019Term

2 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT SUN

129 April

Staff Development

Day

30 April

Students Return for

Term 2

1 May 2 May

P&C Meeting

3 May 45

May

2

6 May 7 May

Zone Cross Country

8 May 9 May

Mothers’ Day Stall

10 May

Mothers’ Day

Pampering & Morning

Tea

1112

May

313 May 14 May

NAPLAN

15 May

NAPLAN

16 May

NAPLAN

Walk to School Day

17 May

Athletics Carnival

1819

May

4

20 May 21 May 22 May

International Reading

Day

Yr 6 Taster Lessons

23 May

Leadership Day

24 May 2526

May

527 May

Food Allergy

Awareness Week

28 May

Waste Workshop

29 May 30 May 31 May 12

Jun

63 June 4 June 5 June 6 June 7 June

School Spelling Bee

89

Jun

710 June

Queen’s B/Day PH

11 June 12 June 13 June 14 June

Waste Warrior Talk

1516

Jun

817 June 18 June 19 June

OZ Harvest

20 June 21 June 2223

Jun

924 June 25 June

Galgabba Spelling

Bee

26 June

Netball Gala Day

27 June

Reports Home

28 June 2930

Jun

101 July 2 July 3 July 4 July 5 July 6

7Jul

Hols8 July 9 July 10 July 11 July 12 July 13

14Jul

Hols15 July 16 July 17 July 18 July 19 July 20

21Jul