News

Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:56:12 AEDT

The department is working with the Ministry of Health to monitor and respond to the unfolding international novel coronavirus situation.

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to novel coronavirus.

#Ready2020 – a great year starts here

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 13:08:03 AEDT

Starting school is a big moment in a child’s life. Here’s how to make the most of it.

We can’t wait for you to join us for a great year – the first step towards a lifelong love of learning.

Visit the department’s primary school resources for hints, tips and checklists to make a great start to the new school year, whether your child is starting Kindergarten or Year 6.

You’ll find:

Getting ready for primary school booklet – everything you need to be #Ready2020
Daisy’s First Day – the story of Daisy the koala’s first adventure at Kindergarten
advice from teachers – they’ve been through this before.

Video – #Ready2020: First day of Kindy

Duration – 1:00

Staying healthy into the new school year

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 16:22:24 AEDT

Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way to protect your family from harmful diseases this holiday season and into 2020. Visit your doctor for general health and vaccination advice.

Immunisation not only protects you and your family but also others in your community, by reducing the spread of preventable diseases.

Children starting school in 2020 must have up-to-date immunisations to enrol.

These vaccinations help protect children from highly infectious and severe diseases including whooping cough and measles.

Travel health

If you’re travelling overseas during the school holidays, you may need vaccinations or medication – both for general health protection and for region-specific diseases.

If you’re travelling to the Northern Hemisphere, you may even need a flu shot.

Find out more about staying healthy while travelling.

NSW schools respond to bushfires

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 16:49:18 AEDT

Many schools are responding to the catastrophic fire rating that is affecting communities across the state this week.

We are continuously updating the School safety page with a list of government and non-government schools, as well as TAFE NSW campuses that are currently non-operational.

While some schools are temporarily non-operational due to localised fires, many others in high-risk areas are non-operational as a precautionary measure.

Schools in some areas are being used as emergency evacuation centres at the direction of the Rural Fire Service.

For schools that are currently operational, school pickups and dropoffs will continue as usual. If your school is currently non-operational, it will likely remain so tomorrow.

Large scale distressing events affect our school communities in many ways. Headspace’s mental health support resource (PDF 100.52KB) is available to help students, teachers and school staff respond to the bushfires.

Visit the School safety page for updates. The department’s Facebook and Twitter accounts will also provide updates during this period.

Grab a ticket to Schools Spectacular 2019

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 14:16:42 AEDT

Will you be joining us at Schools Spectacular 2019? Tickets are on sale now. Experience our live show featuring a cast of thousands of public school students from across metropolitan, rural and remote regions of NSW.

Students from different ages, cultures and backgrounds will share the spotlight as they dance, play and sing for you. Choose from one of our four massive performances at Qudos Bank Arena on Friday 22 November and Saturday 23 November.

This year's events will feature:

more than 380 schools
5,500 performers
a 3000-strong choir
2,300 dancers
an 80-piece symphony orchestra
a world-class stage band.

Group bookings

Need to make a group booking for over 10 people? Complete the Schools Preview Order Form 2019 (PDF 110KB) to attend the discounted 11am Friday matinee. The Friday matinee is discounted for school students and accompanying teachers.

If you’d like to grab a spot at one of the other three remaining shows complete the Group Booking Form 2019 (PDF 110KB).

Tickets for you and your family and friends

Save you and your family a spot online or by phone on 132 849.

Video – Schools Spectacular 2019

Duration: 0:26

Have your say on before and after school care

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:34:46 AEST

We want to better understand your needs for before and after school care in NSW.

Have your say today on before and after school care.

Fill out the survey by Service NSW to share your specific care needs and to register interest to stay informed of new developments.

Your input will provide insights into where there are gaps in service availability and help us to deliver extra places where they are needed.

You can also contact the team responsible for rolling out the before and after school care commitment at BASCreform@det.nsw.edu.au.

Book yourself in for Reading Hour

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 11:21:26 AEST

This Australian Reading Hour, encourage your child to discover or rekindle their love of a good book. Take the time to learn, escape and relax on Thursday 19 September and read for one hour.

Get involved at home

Join in at home and read your child a bedtime story. Studies show that reading a bedtime story six days a week can give kids almost a year’s head start when they begin school. Reading has also been shown to develop empathy, promote critical thinking and help children find a sense of self.

Join in from the classroom

Bestselling children’s author and illustrator Matt Stanton will broadcast live to primary school children across the country from the Sydney Opera House on Tuesday 17 September. We invite schools to register for the livestream of this free event.

Stanton’s author talk is among more than 140 events happening across the country involving more than 50 authors.

Take the Book Swap Challenge

We all have favourite books that we come back to again and again.

To help celebrate Reading Hour take our Book Swap Challenge. We want students, teachers, staff and parents to try reading something new on the day. To get involved, simply pair up with someone and swap your favourite books.

Take a photo and tag it with #ReadingHour so we can see how you got involved.

Video – #ReadingHour authors talk about their favourite place to read

Duration: 0:38

Looking for a good spot to open a book? We asked authors Benjamin Law, Morris Gleitzman, Jacqueline Harvey and Mick Elliott about their favourite place to read.

How to be smart and safe on social media

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:40:11 AEST

Use our new Digital Citizenship toolkit to empower your child to understand how their online behaviour affects themselves and others.

You and your child can find information on:

how to ‘be positive’ by understanding online behaviour and its effect
'be smart’ by thinking critically and being digitally aware
'be safe’ by protecting your security, privacy and wellbeing.

A toolkit to empower you and your child

You can find articles and videos to equip and empower your child to minimise the risks and maximise the opportunities in our digital future.

We’ve partnered with leading researchers to produce a curated toolkit – aligned to the curriculum – which teachers and you can share with the young people in your lives.

Guide your child through important concepts such as:

managing privacy settings in social media
collaborating online
avoiding scams and hoaxes
understanding the law when it comes to online speech
Internet banking, shopping online and much more.

Keep your child safe and happy online

Visit and bookmark the Digital Citizenship website. We’ll continue to add articles and resources to ensure the best possible tools are available to help you guide your child to be positive, smart and safe online.

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 14:03:12 AEST

We are celebrating our students and their powerful voices this Education Week Monday 5 August to Friday 9 August. Every year Education Week celebrates the achievements of public schools, our students and the value of public education.

This year, the theme is Every student, every voice.

Join us for #EdWeek19 as we celebrate our students and their power to shape the world.

Video – #EdWeek19 – Every student, every voice

Duration: 0:34

Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 11:35:16 AEST

Creative kids can now put a $100 voucher towards extra-curricular creative activities outside of school.

Together with Active Kids, this program aims to encourage more NSW children to participate in a range of extra-curricular activities such as coding, languages, circus, performing arts and visual arts.

Parents can apply for one $100 voucher for each child enrolled in school on the Creative Kids website and use it towards the cost of registration, participation or tuition. You just redeem the voucher with a registered provider in your area when making your payment.

This is a great opportunity for your child to become involved in a range of activities that will build on their education, growth and development.

Service NSW is working with industry bodies to deliver the program.

For more information, contact Service NSW on 137 788 or creativekids@service.nsw.gov.au.

The Game Changer Challenge is back

Fri, 31 May 2019 12:22:01 AEST

It’s not too late to become a Game Changer with applications for the Education Week challenge due by 7 June.

The Game Changer Challenge brings 16 teams from public schools across NSW – eight from primary and eight from secondary – to Sydney during Education Week in August for a three-day, intensive design-thinking workshop.

The Game Changer workshops, which start on Tuesday 6 August, includes teacher training in the use of design thinking as a teaching methodology and its application for school planning.

It also includes a team competition where schools will work under the guidance of experts from industry and academia to develop a solution to this year’s critical question: How might we humanise technology?

Department of Education Secretary Mark Scott has encouraged students and teachers to get behind the event as it highlights the critical thinking students will need to develop to succeed in the future.

“The Game Changer Challenge is an exciting initiative that helps educate and inform our students and teachers on how to integrate the problem-solving methodology of design thinking into the classroom,” Mr Scott says.

“It embraces the 21^st century skills our students will need to thrive in a globalised world such as collaboration, creative thinking and communication.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for our students at all levels to be involved in discussing and addressing a real-world issue that will affect their future lives. I encourage every school to get involved.”

The challenge is designed to make strong learning and teaching connections to the NSW syllabus specifically in the area of developing general capabilities such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, communication and problem-solving.

The challenge also provides teachers with an opportunity to gain exposure to the design thinking process and includes teacher resources to introduce this creative problem-solving methodology into the classroom.

Finalists will be selected based on a 60-second video that showcases your team’s vision around the question of humanising technology.

For more information email edweek@det.nsw.edu.au or visit the Game Changer Challenge page.

Your NAPLAN questions answered

Thu, 09 May 2019 15:08:22 AEST

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The tests assess the foundational skills in reading, writing, spelling and numeracy that are essential for every child to progress through school and life.

This year NAPLAN takes place between 14 and 16 May for paper tests and between 14 and 24 May for schools participating in NAPLAN Online.

NAPLAN data is used to help monitor student progress over time against a national measure and to identify areas of strength and improvement. It is used in combination with other school assessments to guide and support student learning.

Watch students ask an expert the tough questions about NAPLAN.

Video – Kids ask the hard questions

Duration – 3:45

Apply now for My Community Project funding

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 15:08:02 AEST

Do you have a great idea to improve your area?

My Community Project is a new NSW Government funding program that is all about local ideas, local projects and local decisions.

You can apply now for grants from $20,000 - $200,000 for projects that will make a difference to your community. Projects could include new playground equipment, sports facilities, paths or ramps to improve access, public art or a community service.

The local community can vote for their favourite projects in July and successful projects will be announced in September.

Project applications close 15 May 2019.

Apply for My Community Project funding

Bring back memories, not measles

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:28:08 AEST

With school holidays just around the corner, it’s time to visit your doctor to check that you and your family are fully protected against measles, before you travel overseas.

Measles is a serious, highly contagious, viral illness that is easily spread through the air when an infectious person coughs, sneezes or breathes. If you and your family are not fully vaccinated, or have never been vaccinated, you are at risk of contracting measles.

Not sure if you’re fully protected?

In Australia, the measles vaccine (MMR) consists of 2 doses. If you’re not sure whether you’ve had 2 doses of the measles vaccine, visit your doctor. It’s safe to receive another dose.

Children born in Australia

If your children were born in Australia, they may have received the measles vaccine at 12 months old and the second dose at 18 months, in accordance with the National Immunisation Program.
If you have a baby under 12 months old, consult your doctor about getting their measles vaccination.

Adults born in Australia

Born before 1966 – you were most likely exposed to measles as a child and are generally considered to be immune. If in doubt, ask your GP.
Born between 1966 and 1994 – you may not have received 2 doses. Talk to your doctor about the free vaccine if you’re unsure.
Born after 1994 – the National Immunisation Program offers 2 doses, and you can check your vaccination status using the Australian Immunisation Register.

For more information about the measles vaccination, visit NSW Health or consult your local doctor.

Stage 3 Overnight Excursion to Mt Selwyn

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 10:27:54 AEDT

Summer Uniform

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 12:42:54 AEDT

Please see our full school uniform code for more information.

5 road safety tips for parents and carers

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:16:36 AEDT

Now that students are back to school after a break it’s a good time to chat with your child about safe behaviours when you walk or commute to school.

Here are our top tips to help our students make a safe trip:

1. Be alert and aware

Take note of the dangers you come across on your walk and bring them to your child’s attention. Point out dangers, such as vehicles coming out of driveways. Talk to your child about being alert in a road environment.

2. Hold hands

When on the footpath, at a crossing or in a car park always hold your child's hand. It is advised to do this up to the age of at least 8 years old and closely supervise until at least the age of 10.

3. Choose a safe crossing

Lead by example and choose a safe place to cross the road. Explain why it is the safest place to cross.

4. Set a good example

Your child watches everything you do, so if you cross at the crossing they will too. It is also important to share these messages with other carers who may walk with your child to school.

5. Stop, Look, Listen, Think every time you cross the road

Discuss this important road safety message. STOP! one step back from the kerb. LOOK! continuously both ways. LISTEN! for the sounds of approaching traffic. THINK! whether it is safe to cross.

Practise makes perfect

The more supervised practice your child can get the better, so why not make Term 1 the start of a new routine to walk with your child to school more often.

Older children may be ready to make the journey to school independently. Before they take this step, observe if they are road safe and reinforce the road safety messages.

For more information, check out the department’s pedestrian safety advice for students, parents and carers.

Back to school

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 14:55:11 AEDT

The first day of Kindergarten and the return to school in the new year are busy times for your child – and for the entire family. To help you make the most of this time and enjoy the experience, we’ve compiled some useful tips and checklists. We want every student to be known, valued and cared for in our schools.

Our film #FirstDay2019 captures the excitement – and the nerves – of the rite of passage that is the first day of Kindergarten.

Video – Back to School 2019: First Day at Kindy

Duration – 1:00

2019 school budget allocations

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:22:23 AEDT

Like all NSW public schools, this week we will receive a School Budget Allocation Report with our funding for 2019. The report will help us manage our total budget delivered through the Resource Allocation Model (RAM).

The RAM supports schools through needs-based funding to ensure a fair, efficient and transparent allocation of funds. Our school has the flexibility to make local decisions based on the specific needs of our students.

We will use our 2019 funding to support students and improve educational outcomes. The school executive will continue to work with the school community as we implement the school plan using this needs-based funding.

Learn more about the 2019 RAM funding.

Swim School

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:36 AEST

The School Swimming Scheme is run over ten days, with a 45 minute intensive lesson each day. Students who are eight years old at the commencement of the program, or older are welcome to participate. The cost of the scheme is $95 and includes a swimming cap. No late enrolments will be accepted after 16/08/18. Payment will either need to be paid in full, or in line with the balance of the payment plan at the time of enrolment. For those who have already enrolled and are taking advantage of our payment plan, please ensure payments are made on time, to ensure your child's enrolment in the program is secured.

Jump Rope for Heart

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

Jump Rope for Heart kicks off this term! It is a fantastic physical activity and fundraising program that has been run by the Heart Foundation for 35 years. It's a great way for your child to keep fit and learn new skills, but it also helps raise funds for vital heart research and education programs.

It's important you register your child online, so they can receive the full benefits of the program and participate in online fundraising. You will find the details on the Sponsorship Form that students have received. Students will be skipping throughout the term and during this time you can share their online fundraising page with family and friends to help raise money for this great cause.

We will hold our school Jump Off Day on Thursday 27^th September. This will mark the end of the program and is a chance for everyone to come together to skip and show off their newly learned skills.

Thank you for supporting the Jump Rope for Heart program!

Kindergarten 2019 - Enrolments Now Being Taken

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:29 AEST

We would like to invite all families interested in sending their child to MAPS in 2019 to attend our Kindergarten Orientation Days. The Orientation dates and times are:

Thursday 20^th September 2018, 1.30pm – 2.30pm (Term 3 Week 9)
Thursday 27^th September 2018, 1.30pm – 2.30pm (Term 3 Week 10)
Thursday 18^th October 2018, 1.30pm – 2.30pm (Term 4 Week 1)
Thursday 25^th October 2018, 1.30pm – 2.30pm (Term 4 Week 2)
Thursday 1^st November 2018, 1.30pm – 2.30pm (Term 4 Week 3)

If you have a child starting school next year, please contact the school as soon as possible so that we can add your child's name to the Kindergarten list. It is important for your child to attend the Orientation Days in order for a smooth transition to school. Please let your friends, family and neighbours know too!

Welcome Mr Fealy

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:37 AEST

We'd like to welcome our newest member of staff, Mitch Fealy. He joins us as an Assistant Principal and will primarily be working with our Early Stage 1 and Stage 1 students.

We'd also like to wish Mr Peckham well as he embarks on a transfer of duties at Kooringal Public School for at least the rest of this term.

Education Week - What's Happening

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

Tuesday 7th August - Dress Up Day

Students are invited to dress up in the theme of...

What do you think students will wear to school in the future?

Wednesday 8th August - Marketplace Performances

Students from K-2 will be performing at the Marketplace from 10.30am. Please see permission note for costume requirements and bus times. Come along and support our school during the performances. While you are there, check out our school's display board filled with creative ideas about what our students think the future will be like.

Friday 10th August - Special Assembly

We will be holding a special assembly at 1.30pm in the Hall to celebrate Education Week. There will be a dance performance from Year 1, the Choir will be singing, students will share their work about the future and awards will be presented.

Also During Week 3...

* Life Education Van

* Book Fair in the Library

CSU Asthma Alerts

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

To help alert asthmatics and health professional when there is an increased risk of thunderstorm-triggered asthma, the Faculty of Science at Charles Sturt University and the Wagga Asthmas and COPD Collaborative of Health Professional have established an automated notification system where you can register to be notified by SMS and/or email on days with the appropriate high-risk conditions.

To Register:

* Text/SMS the word Asthma to 0417 115 876

* Email the word Asthma to asthmaalert@eapi.whispir.com to receive email alerts

To Unsubscribe:

* Text/SMS the word Unsubscribe to 0417 115 876 to stop receiving SMS alerts

* Email the word Unsubscribe to asthmaalert@eapi.whispir.com to stop receiving email alerts

If you have any queries regarding asthma or the alert system, please contact asthmaalert@csu.edu.au

Swim School

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:36 AEST

In Term 3, students have the opportunity to participate in the school swimming scheme. The intensive program is designed to develop confidence and provide students with basic skills in water safety and survival. The scheme focuses on weak swimmers in Year 2 (MUST be at least 8 years old) and Year 3, but provides for weak swimmers in Years 4 to 6 as well. The program will run each school day (45 minute lessons) in Weeks 8 and 9. The cost of the program is $95 and a payment plan is available for you to take advantage of if you wish, which starts in Week 1 next term. Please see note sent home for further details. Early enrolments are advised, to allow you plenty of time to utilise the payment schedule effectively.

Supported School Transport - NDIS

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:36 AEST

The Australian Government has released a discussion paper about ‘Supported School Transport and the National Disability Insurance Scheme' on their website https://engage.dss.gov.au. As the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is rolled out across Australia, this paper asks for your feedback on how supported school transport could work under the NDIS. This is your opportunity to have your say via a submission on how you would like to see supported school transport operate in our State. The consultation period will end on 20 July at 5:00pm. There will be some face-to-face consultations held throughout the state, full details will be updated on their website when they are available. For any further information about the discussion paper or submission you can email transport@dss.gov.au.

Cadbury Fundraiser

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

We'd love your help to sell a box or two of chocolates! Every box we sell will raise $24 and the money raised will assist with costs associated with the Schools Spectacular. If you're able to assist, please collect a box from the Front Office on or after Wednesday 27th June. Once you've sold the box, please return the $60 you've collected to Rebecca Mantell via the Front Office, in the envelope provided. Money (or unsold chocolates) must be returned no later than Friday 3rd August. Thank you!

Mini Fete

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:30 AEST

Friday 6th July

For all the details, please click here (pdf 480 KB)

Come and Join the Garden Community

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:25 AEST

As you know, our community garden is flourishing. It takes a lot of effort to maintain it and we thank those who have been working so hard on it. We'd love it if you could spare some time now and then to help us with some watering, weeding and harvesting. Our volunteers are always welcome to some of our excess produce. If you would like to volunteer some of your time, please contact the school and ask to speak with Mr Law.

Year 6 T-Shirts

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:37 AEST

The Year 6 t-shirts have arrived. Payment of $35 per shirt needs to be made as soon as possible. One shirt has automatically been ordered for each Year 6 student. If you have ordered two shirts, payment of $70 is required. If shirts are not collected by Friday 15th June, they will be offered for sale to anyone wishing to purchase an additional shirt.

Schools Spectacular

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:34 AEST

CONGRATULATIONS to six of our Stage 3 students who have been selected through an external audition process to be a part of the Primary Concourse Choir in Sydney in November. It is an absolutely outstanding achievement and we're extremely proud that they will be representing our school with pride. Over the coming months, we will be hosting fundraising events to assist with expenses.

NAIDOC

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:31 AEST

P&C Meeting

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:31 AEST

P&C Meetings are held twice a term at 12.30pm in the Kitchen. Everyone is welcome, so why not pop in before the K-6 Assembly. The next meeting is this Friday 1st June.

School Photos

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:33 AEST

School photos will be held in Week 7 on Thursday 14th June. Students will receive an order form and envelope prior to the day. These envelopes must be handed directly to the photographer on the day or paid for online. The school will NOT accept any payments for school photos, so please do not send money in beforehand.

Fundraiser and Movie Afternoon

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

Thursday 31st May

SRC are holding a fundraiser day

Pyjama Mufti Day

Bring a gold coin donation

Wear your pyjamas and bring a cushion too

Staff Development

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:34 AEST

The final day of the school year for all students and staff in 2018 will be Wednesday 19th December. In order to fulfil the Department of Education's required staff professional learning, the two scheduled Staff Development days (for staff only) that were to occur on the 20th and 21st December have been rescheduled to occur throughout the year after school hours. Staff will be receiving up to date training in a number of programs and new teaching content on these days. If you have any questions, please contact the school.

Future Moves

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

The Future Moves program aims at ensuring that students can act on their aspirations in informed and effective ways, have a greater awareness of the opportunities that arise from pursuing university study and an understanding of how university might be part of their future, while making school studies more relevant. Stage 3 were fortunate enough to participate in this program.

What I liked most about the Future Moves visit to our school...

"I liked choosing a job" - Emily

"How many jobs are available to study at university" - Bailey

"Encouragement to follow your dreams" - Tylah

"When we got to choose what we wanted to be when we were older" - Melita

"Seeing all the different jobs and listening to the presenters" - Jayden

"They got me motivated to go to university and I liked all the different options available to me when I get older" - Kiarna

"They told us about university and what it's like. And they gave out prizes" Lana

"They had prizes and told us about university" - Sharli

Mother's Day Stall

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:30 AEST

Thursday and Friday of Weeks 1 & 2 from 8.30am - 9.10am in the Canteen. Gifts available to purchase from $3 to $5.

FoodREDI Program

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

Parents and carers are invited to join the FoodREDI program here at MAPS. Sessions will be delivered in a relaxed atmosphere in the school kitchen, with workshops on preparation and/or cooking of healthy foods that the group shares together. Along the way there is the opportunity for discussion about achieving a healthy balanced diet, while also getting the best value for money when buying food. Participation in all three free workshops is highly recommended to get the most out of the program. Registration is essential as places are limited. Please contact Mr Law at if you are interested in attending.

9.10am – 11.10am:

Thursday 10^th May

Thursday 17^th May

Thursday 24^th May

Stewart House Mufti Day - You Could WIN a $4000 Holiday!

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:35 AEST

Stewart House offers country children from disadvantaged backgrounds a chance to spend a week in Sydney. Each year, some of our students are accepted. On Friday 11^th May, students may wear sensible casual clothing and in exchange will have the chance to win a $4000 holiday by filling out the competition envelope (which will be distributed prior to the day) and placing $2 inside. Entries will only be valid if correct envelope is used.

Evacuation Procedures

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

We have recently updated our emergency evacuation procedures. In the event of a lockdown, an intermittent bell will sound. In the event of an evacuation, a long continuous bell will sound. Our onsite evacuation point is either the hall, or Area 5 and our offsite evacuation point is either Anderson Park, or Mount Austin High School, depending on the emergency location. In order for us to account for all students, staff and visitors accurately and efficiently, please do not come to the school in the case of an emergency. We will keep you updated via the school Facebook page.

If you would like to see our evacuation maps and procedures, which have been tailored to suit each building in the school, please ask at the front office.

Student Lunches

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:36 AEST

As part of the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998, there is a provision for the reporting to Family and Community Services for a child being at risk of harm if the welfare and basic needs of the child are not being met. Part of the responsibility of care and parenting is providing adequate food for children in your care. Mount Austin Public School does not have the funding available to provide lunches on an ongoing basis. If there is an emergency situation, the school will assist, but not as a permanent arrangement. Parents and caregivers also have the opportunity to leave money at the Canteen to pay for the children's lunches. However, it is important to remember that the Canteen is not open on Mondays and Tuesdays. Credit is NOT available at the Canteen.

Go Green for FOGO Mufti Day

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

As you are aware, Wagga is about to undergo a new kerbside waste management system. Part of this change involves the introduction of a combined food organics and garden organics (FOGO) bin which will be composted. To celebrate this change and to raise awareness of the FOGO system, students are invited to wear green clothing on Thursday 5^th April. There is no cost for this mufti day, but please note that only green clothing or school uniform is to be worn on the day.

Staff Carparks

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:34 AEST

The carpark located on the school grounds (entrance Bourke Street Access Road) and the carpark located on Jack Avenue are for staff only. Please DO NOT enter these carparks to drop off or pick up your children. This is for the safety of all of our students as they enter and leave the school grounds. Thank you.

K-2 Athletics Carnival

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

Thursday 12th April

12pm - 2.45pm

MAPS Playground

Students are to wear their full sport uniform, hat and sport shoes. Please ensure you child has plenty of water for the day.

A sausage sizzle is available for students and their families to pre-order for $2 each and cold drinks will be available to purchase on the day. Please click here (pdf 615 KB) to download an order form.

Easter Hat Parade and Raffle

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

On Thursday 29th March we will be having an Easter Hat Parade at 1.30pm in the Hall. Students are invited to create an Easter hat to wear for the parade.

Easter hamper prizes will be drawn at the parade. Tickets for the raffles are $2 each and can be purchased from the Canteen Wednesdays through to Fridays.

Harmony Day

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

Wednesday 21st March

Students are invited to wear traditional dress or orange clothes to signify social communication and meaningful conversations. It relates to freedom of ideas and encouragement of mutual respect. Harmony Day is about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone, so this year at MAPS we are standing together to say "WE ARE DONE". We are done with discrimination, racism, bigotry, violence and bullying. We are done with being silent.

A learning gallery will be set up outside the Hall, full of students' work from K-6 from 10.30am. Classes will have the opportunity to view the pieces throughout the day. Families are welcome to attend our celebration in the Hall at 11.30am and wander through the gallery.

Canteen Menu

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:25 AEST

Click here (pdf 352 KB) to download our canteen menu! Prices and products current from Term 1, 2018.

Christmas Raffle & Mufti Day

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:25 AEST

This year, we will be again be having a Christmas raffle, with the main prize being a Christmas hamper and a ham. Tickets for the hamper are $2 each and can be purchased using these slips. (pdf 289 KB) Tickets can also be purchased directly from the Canteen.

On Friday 17th November, students are invited to wear sensible casual clothing to school. In exchange, please send in an item to be contributed to the Christmas hamper, or alternatively a gold coin donation.

The raffle will be drawn at Presentation Night on Thursday 7th December.

M I N I F E T E !

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:30 AEST

Find out all the details here! (pdf 261 KB)

Superhero and Princess Day

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:36 AEST

SRC Fundraiser

Tuesday 5th September (Week 8)

Come dressed as your favourite superhero or princess

Please bring a gold coin donation and you'll receive a star in the draw to win a canteen voucher

All funds raised will go towards improving and maintaining our vegetable garden

CrAzY hAiR dAy !

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:25 AEST

Crazy Hair Day - Friday 18th August

Wear your craziest hair style to school!

Special lunch order available - must be ordered by Wednesday 16/8

Lunch time hair salon - spray in colours available

Parade at the K-6 Assembly with prizes for the craziest hair styles!

TRENT BARRETT - POSTPONED

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:37 AEST

Due to the weather, Trent Barrett has been postponed until 29th August.

Book Week

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

Week 6 is Book Week... it's time to dress up on Wednesday 23rd August! Click here (pdf 400 KB) for all the details!

Stage 3 Canberra Excursion

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:35 AEST

If your child is in Year 5 or 6 and would like to attend the Stage 3 excursion to Canberra on Friday 15th September, please return his/her permission note and $50 to the Front Office as soon as possible.

Fidget Spinners - BANNED

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

Many students have been bringing a new fad toy spinner to school. As many students have been seen using these toys inappropriately and they have been interfering with student instruction or attention to direction, please be advised these toys will not be allowed at school. Any fidget spinners found at school will be confiscated and returned to parents/carers at the end of the school day. Thank you in advance for ensuring your children do not bring fidget spinners to school.

School Photos

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:33 AEST

School photos will be held next Tuesday 27th June. Payments for photos will not be accepted by the school. All order forms and money should only be brought to school on the day of the photos and handed straight to the photographer. Students are expected to wear their full uniform, including a red jumper.

Plastic Bottle Collection

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:32 AEST

The school is looking for donations of empty plastic soft drink bottles to assist in the teaching of the Science and Technology syllabus. Donations of washed bottles capacity size from 375ml to 1.25 litres would be greatly appreciated. Could you please drop the bottles off at the school's front office. The teachers need the donations by the end of this term. These bottles will be used by the teachers at the professional learning sessions on School Development Day. The soft drink bottles are suitable because the dimples on the bottom add to the strength of their structure. Thank you!

Kindergarten 2018

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:29 AEST

We are now taking enrolments for Kindergarten 2018.

Please contact the school for further information and to register you interest.

If you have a child turning 5 before 31st July 2018, they are eligible to begin school next year!

Please share this information with any of your friends, family and neighbours who may have children beginning school.

If you have any questions, please contact the school.

Stage 2 & 3 Athletics Carnival

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:34 AEST

The Stage 2 & 3 Athletics Carnival will be held next Wednesday 8^th March. A permission note and payment of $6 is to be handed to the school by Friday 3rd March. Payment will not be accepted on the day. Students are to wear their sports uniform, brimmed or bucket style hat, sensible running shoes and sunscreen. Students should pack their recess, lunch, snacks and plenty of water. The MAPS P&C will be hosting a BBQ, where lunch can be purchased. If you missed the note, you can find it here. (pdf 274 KB)

Easter Egg Raffle

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

We kindly ask you to donate an egg or two for our Easter Egg Raffle. The more eggs, the more prizes! To download more details and the raffle ticket slip, please click here (pdf 305 KB)

Canteen Menu

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

Please find updated Canteen price list here (pdf 50 KB). Prices effective Term 4, 2016.

Year 6 Graduation Bears

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:37 AEST

Friday 14th October (Week 1), is the final day to order Year 6 Graduation Bears. Please ensure order forms and money are in by this date to avoid disappointment.

Daffodil Day

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

Next Monday, 12th September, our school will be raising money for Daffodil Day. Children are invited to wear something yellow in exchange for a gold coin donation. Thank you for your support!

Footy Colours Day

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

We are participating in Footy Colours Day on Tuesday 30th August to raise funds for the Fight Cancer Foundation, helping kids who are fighting cancer. Please support this worthy cause by wearing a shirt with your favourite footy colours in exchange for a gold coin donation and by ordering some party pies for lunch. Orders must be in by Monday 29th August. You can find order forms here (pdf 71 KB)

Life Education

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:30 AEST

Life Education NSW will be visiting our school from

Tuesday 16^th August to Monday 22^nd August, 2016!

A copy of the note can be found here (pdf 169 KB)

The cost is only $4.00 per child (cost is normally $10.00). This will include the Life Education session, a student workbook and sticker. Thank you to Mt Austin Public School P&C for their monetary contribution to reduce the cost of entry into the van!

Kindergarten 2017

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:29 AEST

Kindergarten 2017

We are currently taking enrolments for Kindergarten 2017.

Do you have a child turning 5 before the 31st July 2017??

Contact the school for further information and to register your interest.

We will be holding orientation days in Term 4.

For more information, please contact the school on 69252481.

School Swimming Scheme

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:33 AEST

A copy of the School Swimming Scheme note can be found here (pdf 52 KB)

A reminder that notes and money need to be returned by this Thursday 21st July. If you would prefer not to pay the whole amount at once, please feel free to take advantage of our payment plan which is outlined on the first page.

Pie Drive Fundraiser

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:32 AEST

For those of you who missed the Pie Drive form, you can print one out here (pdf 1048 KB)

Remember that forms and money need to be returned to the canteen by Wednesday 20th July. Delivery and collection is Thursday 21st July.

Jump Rope for Heart

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

The Jump Rope for Heart "Jump Off" is this Friday 1st July. Please remember to return your child's sponsorship form (even if it's blank) by Friday 22nd July.
In the event of bad weather, the Jump Off will take place in Week 1 of Term 3.

MINI FETE

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:30 AEST

Friday 24^th June, 2016

1pm – 2.30pm

This is a ‘cashless' fete.

Students will need to purchase STALL TOKENS from the school's front office OR at the fete. Tokens purchased at the school office will be kept and distributed to the students at the time of the fete.

The value of each token is 50c - $5 will purchase 10 tokens.

Hot Dogs will be available for $3. Please note the canteen will be closed.

HOT DOGS must be ordered and paid for at the office by Tues 21^st June.

Students will exchange tokens for goods and the right to participate at the stalls.

Only red tokens will be accepted at this fete.

The stalls are being organised and operated by the school's staff.

**Please use only one form per child. Additional forms are available here (pdf 263 KB) or from the office

Canteen Opening Days

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:25 AEST

Commencing in Term 2, the Canteen will only be operating Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays each week. The Canteen will NOT be open on Mondays and Tuesdays.

School Photos

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:33 AEST

School photos will be held this Thursday 9th June. Students are expected to wear their full school uniform.

Girls are to wear a white collared shirt
Boys may wear either a grey or white collared shirt
Year 6 may wear their Year 6 t-shirt
All students are to wear a red jumper (no hoodies or logos other than the school emblem). Students who do not have a jumper will be provided with one to wear whilst they have their photo taken.

No money will be accepted at the Front Office. Correct money should be placed in the envelope and handed to the photographer on school photo day. Alternatively, parents may pay online, record the reference number on the envelope and then return it to school on photo day.

Jump Rope for Heart

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

Our school is participating in the Heart Foundation Jump Rope for Heart program and we would love your support! Heart Foundation Jump Rope for Heart is an exciting and non-competitive program which encourages children to become more active through skipping, learning new skills and raising vital funds for heart research and community health programs. Skipping is an excellent way for children to keep fit and healthy.

Over the next few weeks, your child(ren) will be learning a range of fun skipping skills and new tricks. We will emphasise the importance of regular physical activity and the importance of healthy eating for a healthy lifestyle. Jump Rope for Heart is also a great way to encourage children to get involved in our community and support Australia's leading heart health charity, the Heart Foundation. The Jump Rope team provides us with lots of resources and support to implement the program and in return we ask that students help by seeking sponsorship for their involvement.

Sponsorship is easy - simply click here and register your child today!

A secure fundraising page will be created as soon as you register; and then you are encouraged to share this link with as many people as possible. This is an easy, safe way for your child to monitor their progress, receive bonus prizes and even receive sponsorship from family and friends who are further afield.

At the end of the program we will be holding a Jump Off, an event to celebrate and culminate the Heart Foundation Jump Rope for Heart program. This will be held on Friday 1st July.

All sponsorship forms and money needs to be returned by Friday 22nd July to enable the ordering of the thank you prizes. All sponsorship forms (even unused ones) need to be returned to the school as they have to be returned to the Heart Foundation.

Let your teacher know when your child(ren) has finished fundraising online. You may like to print out a copy of the donations received online.

Thank you for joining us in the fight against heart disease.

Jump Rope for Heart

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

Jump Rope for Heart will be taking place in Term 2. More information to come after the holidays.

ANZAC Assembly

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

As ANZAC Day falls in the School Holidays, we are having a special ANZAC assembly in the Hall at 10.30am this Friday. Students have been making poppies in class in preparation for the day.
Also on Friday, we will be having our regular K-6 fortnightly assembly at 1.30pm. Don't forget that just by coming along, you have the chance to win a delicious cheesecake!

Stewart House - Win a $4,000 Holiday!

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:35 AEST

For your chance to win a $4,000 family holiday, simply place $2 in the envelope provided, fill in your details and then return it to school by no later than Friday 6th May. How easy is that!

Stewart House offers country children from disadvantaged backgrounds a chance to spend a week in Sydney. Each year, some students from our school are accepted. For more details about Stewart House click here

K-2 Athletics Carnival

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

Thursday 7th April, 12:00-2:45pm at the School

Running races to be held from 12:00 - 12:45pm.

Family and friends are invited to have a picnic lunch with their children 1:00 -1:30pm. Canteen lunch orders can be made per family and must be ordered at the canteen on the morning of the carnival. The canteen will be open for drinks and snacks during lunch.

Athletics activities will be held in the afternoon from 1:30 - 2:30pm and ribbons will be presented at 2:30pm. All parents, family and friends are invited to come along.

SRC Blue Day and Cake Stall

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:34 AEST

On Monday 4^th April, the Student Representative Council will be holding a "Blue" day to raise funds for and awareness of Autism. MAPS students are invited to wear a blue item on this day (eg. a blue t-shirt, a blue ribbon in their hair, or blue socks). Students are still required to wear their school uniform shorts. Students are asked to provide a gold coin donation and they will receive a star and go in the draw to win a $5.00 canteen voucher.

In addition to this, the SRC are holding a cake stall on Monday 4^th April, to raise funds for Namamanuca School, a school in Fiji that we have provided support for in the past. This school, and its community, were damaged in Tropical Cyclone Winston that hit the Fijian Islands back in February. The cakes will be available to purchase at recess for 50c each.

The SRC thanks you and appreciates your support.

Melinda Mack

SRC Staff Representative

Easter Hat Parade

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

Thursday 24th March 2016 1:30pm in the School Hall

All K-2 students are invited to make an Easter hat at home to take part in the parade.

All 3-6 students are invited to make an Easter hat, Easter sandwich board or Easter costume at home to take part in the parade.

If students are unable to make something at home, they can be made at school.

Easter prize draws for each class will be given out on the day for those who participate. The Easter Raffle will also be drawn on the day. Parents, friends and family are all welcome!

Grandparent's Day

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

Remembrance Day

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:33 AEST

Our Remembrance Day ceremony will be held at the School Hall on Wednesday 11^th November commencing at 10.55am. At the conclusion of the ceremony, students will be asked to donate a ‘gold coin' $1 that will go towards the rebuilding of Pozières Village School in France. The original school was constructed on the battlefield of Pozières, a place where so many young Australians lost their lives in July 1916. As Mount Austin Public School is donating funds towards the rebuild, our school name will be engraved on a plaque to be erected on the site. Parents and carers are welcome to attend the Remembrance ceremony.

Book Week Parade

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

This week is Book Week (Monday 24th - Friday 28th August). Wednesday is our Book Parade. Have your child come dressed as their favourite book character. Our Parade is at 1.40pm at the School Hall.

KINDERGARTEN 2016

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:29 AEST

We are taking enrolments for Kindergarten 2016 NOW!

If you have a child turning 5 before the 31st July 2016, then we'd love to hear from you.

Our comprehensive orientation and transition days will begin in early Term 4, so please register your interest as soon as possible.

If you know someone who has a child starting school, please pass on our information and encourage them to contact the school. Let all your friends, family and neighbours know!

As always, if you have any questions, require any further information or would like to enrol, please contact the school on 69252481.

Thank You CSU!

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:36 AEST

CSU GRANT

We would like to acknowledge Charles Sturt University (CSU) for the generous grant to the value of $1000 that was provided in 2014 to purchase equipment and resources that have been used by the Speech Pathologist (Alison) and Occupational Therapist (Nadine) in their SPOT-On Learning groups. These resources have been invaluable in strengthening the listening and attention skills, postural stability, sound awareness, gross motor, and both receptive and expressive language skills of the children involved. These resources continue to be utilised by the therapists in the provision of their services at MAPS. Thank you CSU!

No Nuts Please

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:31 AEST

As we have several children enrolled who suffer from anaphylaxis, it is vitally important that no products come onto school grounds that contain any nut products, such as peanut butter, nutella or any other food that may contain nuts.

We appreciate your cooperation.

Kindergarten 2014

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:29 AEST

Do you have a child turning 5 before the 31st July 2014?

Enrolments are now being taken for Kindergarten 2014.

Orientation days will begin in early Term 4 so please contact the school as soon as possible to register your interest.

Kindergarten (pdf 201 KB)

Phone the school on 69252481.

Parent Teacher Interviews

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:31 AEST

Parent Teacher Interviews for Stage 1 and Kindergarten are being held on Tuesday 30th July 2013.

KP - Mrs Preston

KD - Mrs Dolahenty

1/2E - Mr Eyles

1/2P - Miss Powell

1/2K - Miss Kelly

1/2R - Mrs Renshaw and Mrs Eyles

Please return your interview selection note to your teacher as soon as possible to reserve your interview time.

Thank you.

Life Education Van

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:29 AEST

Healthy Harold and the Life Education Van will be visiitng our school from Friday 26th July to Wednesday 31st July 2013.

All students from K-6 are invited to attend.

Cost is only $2.

Please return your permission note and money as soon as possible.

"My Friends and I" Visiting Performance

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:33 AEST

Visiting Performance

K-6

Tuesday 21st May 2013

"My Friends and I"

This performance tackles the problem of bullying with a blend of drama, poetry and puppetry. The show explores the effect of bullying on the victim as well as offering strategies to deal with bullies.

Cost: $4 each

Permission note and money needs to be returned by Monday 20th May.

Term 2

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:36 AEST

Just a reminder that students return for Term 2 on Wednesday 1st May 2013.

Harmony Day 2013

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:27 AEST

Take a look at our Harmony Day video!

At Mount Austin Public School we celebrate our multicultural students and their cultures!

Athletics Carnival

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

K-6 Athletics Carnival

Thursday 28th March 2013

$6 to be paid ASAP.

P & C Sausage Sizzle to be held on the day.

Cross-Country Carnival

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

K-6 Cross Country Carnival

Thursday 4th April 2013

To be held at Lake Albert

$2.50 to your class teacher ASAP.

Sausage sizzle available.

Welcome Back, 2013

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:37 AEST

Welcome back for another year, 2013!

Staff at MAPS would like to welcome back all of our students and families. We hope you enjoyed your break!

Students resume school on Wednesday 30th January 2013.

Kindergarten students begin school on Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th February.

Looking forward to a great year!

Level 5 Excursions

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:29 AEST

Level 5 Excursions have been organsied for those students who are on Level 5 behaviour level.

K-2

Friday 14th December 2012 - to Noah's Ark

3-6

Monday 17th December 2012 - to Noah's Ark or Airborne Gymnastics.

Please return your payment and permission note ASAP.

Christmas Pool Parties K-2 & 3-6

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:25 AEST

Our annual Christmas Pool parties are being held at the Junee Pool on the following days.

K-2 - Wednesday 12 December 2012

3-6 - Tuesday 11th December 2012

Please return your money ($2) and your permission note to your teacher by Friday 7th December.

Lunch Orders may be purchased from the pool for an addtional $8.

Presentation Day K-2 and 3-6

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:33 AEST

Our annual Presentation Day is being held on Thursday 13th December 2012.

K-2 1:30 - 2:30pm

3-6 6:00 - 7:30pm

All parents and family are invited to attend to celebrate the learning achievements of our students throughout the year.

Story Time

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:36 AEST

Come along to Story Time every Monday morning from 10:30-11:00 in our school library.

This is an opportunity for 0-5 year old children to come along and listen to a story, join in with some art and craft, music, movement and role play activities. Children will meet new friends and enjoy a morning tea.

New parents and children are always welcome.

Stage 2 Junee Excursion

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:35 AEST

As part of the HSIE and Science & Technology curriculum, students from Stage 2 will be going on an excursion on Wednesday 22nd August to the Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory. Here they will be able to see the process of how licorice is made, packaged and sold to consumers. Students will be able to taste test and make their own freckle.

Students will also be visiting Junee Roundhouse Museum to discover the history of the largest turntable for trains in the Southern Hemisphere.

Jump Rope for Heart

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

During Term 3 children in K-6 will be participating in Jump Rope for Heart. Students are busily obtaining sponsorship money to support the Heart Foundation. During the day children are practising their skipping skills in readiness for the jumpoff which will take place on Friday 7th September. Friday 7th Friday fffffFhjkhkhjk. ...,oomijoin

Book Week 2012

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

During Week 6 (20th-24th August) our school will be celebrating BOOK WEEK. The theme for 2012 is CHAMPIONS READ.

All students will be involved in activities related to the theme during the week in class, library and lunch time sessions.

Highlights are as follows:

Monday 20th August- Parents and pre-school children are welcome to visit the new venue for STORY TIME in the library.

Tuesday 21st August- Students and teachers from Year 1-6 are invited to dress up as champions (sport, hero, book character, artist, cook, musician etc). During peer-support groups, students and teachers will come together to share their favourite book in buddy reading time. All students will receive an award from their leaders for being champion readers. As MAPS is proudly supporting the National Year of Reading 2012, this day will reinforce the importance of reading, listening, talking, participation and social skills with peers.

Friday 24th August- All Kindergarten students will receive a book as a gift from the library during K-2 assembly. All classes from year 1-6 will present samples of work that have a focus on reading also during assembly times.

Looking forward to a memorable week.

Remember, the more we read, the more we can succeed.

Kerri Dillon- Teacher-Librarian

Circus Oz Excursion

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:25 AEST

All students are invited to a performance from Circus Oz being held at the Wagga Civic Theatre on Wednesday 5th September 2012.

Circus Oz present a breathtaking display of acrobatics, death defying stunts, comedy and music.

$10 to your class teacher.

Active After School Communities

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

Mount Austin Public School has been participating in the Active After School Communitites program for a number of years. Each term different activities are arranged and students are invited to participate. In the past the program has been delivered on Mondays for K-2 students and Wednesdays for students in years 3-6. This term we have opened up the Monday session to students in years 3-6 as well.

The activities for weeks 2-8 this term are as follows:

Mondays - Zumba Fitness

Wednesdays - Tennis Hot Shots

The students are provided with an afternoon tea of fruit, cheese and water. The program begins at 3pm and concludes at 4pm.

This program is FREE for students!! If your child would like to become involved contact the school for a permission note or more information.

If you would like to know more about this program click here to visit the AASC Website

Life Education NSW

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:29 AEST

The Life Education Van is visiting our school from Tuesday 17 July to Tuesday 24 July.

The cost is $2 per child with the Dept of Housing funding the remainder of the visit.

The programs address many of the components and objectives within the NSW PDHPE curriculum.

Healthy Harold merchandise can be purchased as Life Education NSW is a not for profit community-based organisation that relies heavily on the raising of funds within the community. Products include:- Tattoo 50c, Hand Ball $3.00, Stationery Set $3.00, Harold Keyring $3.00, Harold Wallet $4.00, Harold Calculator $5.00, Harold Soft Toy $8.00.

Kindergarten 2013

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

Do you have a child turning 5 before 31st July 2013?

Enrolments are now being taken for Kindergarten 2013.

Orientation days are being held in Terms 3 and 4, 2012.

Please contact the school and register your enrolment!

Phone: 69252481

Dance Spectacular

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

A behaviour incentive excursion has been organised for eligible students to attend the "Wagga High Dance Spectacular".

Date: Tuesday 26th June 2012

Cost: $3.00 (please return note and money to front office)

All students in Years 3-6 are eligble to attend providing they maintain acceptable behaviour.

Stage 2 and 3 Excursion Payments

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:34 AEST

Stage 2 and 3 Excursions

Please remember to pay the outstanding balance for both the Stage 2 and the Stage 3 excursions.

Please pay at the school office.

Musica Viva

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:31 AEST

Musica Viva will be visiting our school on Tuesday 22nd May 2012.

Please pay $5 per student to your class teacher ASAP.

SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT DAY TERM 2

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:33 AEST

This term (Term 2), our School Development Day for staff is being held on Friday 27th April 2012. This is in lieu of the traditional Monday first day of term School Development day. Students will therefore return to school on Monday 23rd April 2012, and no students will attend school on Friday 27th April. Please contact the school if you have any questions.

Stage 2 Library Visit

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:35 AEST

Stage 2 students will be visiting the Wagga City Library on Tuesday 3rd April 2012.

We will visit the library, the art gallery and the museum. This will be followed by lunch in the surrounding gardens before returning to school.

Please return your permission note to your teacher ASAP.

Behaviour Incentive Excursion

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

Behaviour Incentive Excursion

Botanic Gardens!

Friday 23rd September 2011.

KINDERGARTEN 2012

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

Do you have a child who turns 5 before 31st July 2012?

Enrolments are now being taken for Kindergarten 2012.

Kindergarten 2012 Orientation Day - Tuesday 18th october 2012, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Book Fair!

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

During Education week our school will be holding the annual Scholastic Book Fair. Students and parents are most welcome to visit the "Galaxy of Books" Book Fair in our school library.

Monday 1st August - lunchtime

Tuesday 2nd August - lunchtime

Wednesday 3rd August - recess and lunch

Thursday 4th August - recess

Friday 5th August - recess

Kinder 2012 Enrolments

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:28 AEST

Enrol now for Kindergarten 2012!

Enrolments are still being taken for next year. Please register early to assist us with our planning. Our orientation days are being held in October, Term 4.

Education Week

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

Education Week Celebrations

Official Opening - Mount Austin Primary School Hall

Please join us to celebrate the official opening of our brand new school hall. Be entertained by our school choir in the surroundings of the new hall building as we mark the opening with a special assembly.

Wednesday 3rd August 2011

Assembly 10:00am.

Classroom Visit

Following the Hall Opening assembly parents and friends are invited to visit their child's classroom to experience some of the amazing work being done in and around our school.

Classroom visits from 10:30am.

ART EXHIBITION - School Hall

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

Colourful Dreaming Art Exhibition

You are invited to the launch of the exhibition of artwork from Colourful Dreaming

Thursday 14th July 2011 at 12 noon.

Lunch will be served.

Mount Austin Public School Hall, Bourke Street Wagga Wagga

Special Guest The Hon. Simon Crean MP

Minister for Regional Australia, Regional Development and Local Government, Minister for the Arts

RSVP: 11th July kwestbrook@shineforkids.org.au

Artworks will be available for purchase

Stage 2 Excursion Dubbo

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:35 AEST

An excursion for Year 3 and 4 students has been organised to Dubbo.

10th - 11th August 2011

Cost $165

Please pay your deposit at the office and continue to make regular payments.

Stage 3 Excursion Sydney

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:35 AEST

The 2011 Stage 3 Excursion for Year 5 and 6 will be a three day/two night trip to Sydney.

31st October - 2nd November 2011

Cost $270

Please pay a deposit at the office, and continue to make payments regularly.

Deadly Australians Presentation

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:26 AEST

Deadly Australians Presentation

Friday 19th November 2010

$5 to be paid to the class teacher ASAP.

School Swimming Scheme 2010

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:33 AEST

15th November - 26th November

ACER Swimming Centre

Students in Year 2 to Year 6

$50 for the 10 days - Great value!

Please return your permission note and money to the office as soon as possible.

P & C Fete

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:31 AEST

P & C Fete

19th November, 2010

5pm - 7:30pm

Activites, stalls, prizes, rides and more. Come and enjoy a fantastic afternoon!

We would be greatful if any parents who own or work for a business which would be happy to make a donation of any kind to our fete, to please contact the school for a letter of authority. The letter confirms that it is a school approved fundraiser.

Ballarat / Canberra Excursions

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

Stage 2 - Canberra, 1st September - 2nd September 2010

Stage 3 - Ballarat/Melbourne, 21st September - 23rd September 2010

Please continue to pay your Ballarat (Stage 3) and Canberra (Stage 2) Excursion money.

Your balance is available from the school office. Please contact the school if you would like to know the outstanding balance.

AUSKICK Program

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:24 AEST

An AUSKICK Program will run at MAPS in Term 3 commencing in week 2.

Please contact the school for a permission note if you would like your child to participate.

There are not many spaces left!

Story Time

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:35 AEST

Storytime will commence again on Wednesday 21st July.

Please bring your toddler along to enjoy some stories and fun activities.

Located in the Jack Avenue Hall.

SRC Raffle

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:34 AEST

SRC Raffle

SYDNEY SWANS SIGNED JERSEY

We are lucky enough to have a 2009 Sydney Swans fully signed and framed guernsey to raffle.

Tickets cost $5 each and are limited to a maximum of 500.

If you can sell tickets please come to the school office to collect a book.

Premier's Reading Challenge

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:32 AEST

Mrs Dillon has been thrilled to bits by the number of children logging on to join the Premier's Reading Challenge. Numbers have gone through the roof. There is still time to join, so please go to the library and see Mrs Dillon if you are still interested.

Story Time

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:02:35 AEST

Free Story Time for all pre-school aged children!

Listen for the hooter calling children to story time in and around the streets of Mount Austin.

FREE!
Listen to a story
Play, sing or make a toy
Eat some fruit

Wednesdays 10:30am - 11:30am

Every week at the Jack Avenue Park, Jack Ave, Mount Austin

For more information please contact the school on 69252481.