Mount Ousley Public School News

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Term 2 Week 4, Thursday 19 May 2022

Principal's Report

This week our students in year 3 and 5 have put their brains to the test and completed the NAPLAN Language Conventions and Numeracy assessments. I have had the pleasure of witnessing the concentration, persistence and grit that our students showed during these assessments. I am very proud of the efforts of each and every year 3 and year 5 student. Well done!

We have a number of exciting events coming up. The first is our Athletics carnival that is being held on Thursday next week (26 May). For this day to run smoothly we are asking that all students be at school early to board the buses at 8:30am. Thank you for assisting us in making this day a success. Parents are welcome to attend and watch from the grandstand. Last year was cold, so please pack warm clothes that students can easily take off for their events and ensure they are clearly labelled. Students will need to bring a hat, water bottle, sunscreen, recess and lunch. There will be a small selection of food at the coffee van for sale, but nothing else. 

We will also be hosting a Biggest Morning Tea on 15 June to raise money for cancer research. This will be a whole community event to be held in the hall. All members of our school and wider community are invited to join us for this event. More details will be made available closer to the day. 

Being that we are coming into winter there will be lots of colds and flu going around, not to mention COVID. We are seeing a lot of sick students at school and some with very high temperatures. Please do not send sick children to school. Sending them when they are unwell only spreads illness and does not give your child the chance to get better. I appreciate that this can be challenging, but we want what is best for your child and that includes their health and overall wellbeing. Once they are well they will be able to learn and play with their friends. 

Walk Safely to School Day - Friday 20 May

Well it’s that time of year again when our school seriously starts talking about walking! On Friday 20 May, Mount Ousley will be participating in National Walk Safely to School day. 

Walk Safely to School Day asks that we all consider our transport habits and try to incorporate more walking as part of a healthy, active way to get around. You can teach your child the healthy habit of walking more by:

  • Walking with them the whole way to school
  • If they get the bus or train, walk past your usual stop and get on at the next stop
  • If you have to drive, park the car a few blocks away from the school and walk the rest of the way.

On Friday 20 May, we will be encouraging all students to walk safely to school. We will also have 2 Walking Buses, where parents and students are welcome to meet at 8:15am, and walk together to school.

Our meeting points will be:

  1. Next to the Pedestrian crossing on Cabbage Tree Lane (outside of Good Samaritan Primary School), or
  2. Corner of McGrath Street and David Crescent.

Please see the below walking map. If you are interested in being a Walking Bus parent leader, please contact the office before Tuesday 17 May. 

On arrival at school, students will be provided with a fresh piece of fruit that has been kindly donated by Leisure Coast Fruit Market and Deli. 

Walking Map

Election day BBQ

To help raise funds for our school we are hosting a sausage sizzle on the verandah of the hall on election day. This Saturday all residence aged 18 years and over are required to vote in the federal election. Why not make the most of it by coming to our school, casting your vote and picking up a delicious sausage sandwich? All funds raised will be put towards creating a community room and a passive play space under the canteen. Feel free to tell your friends and family and share it on your social media channels. If you have some time on the day and would like to help out please sign up by clicking this link  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-A7jczxiGOy2wci5ljKmtnjb0GgLQMzIiU0v8ph-T2c/edit

Canteen News - Help Needed

We are in urgent need of volunteers for the canteen. Thank you to Martin for stepping up and taking on Anthea's role.

If you can help, particularly on Mondays and Wednesdays please contact Mandy at amandalawler77@gmail.com. If you can spare some time to assist you would be helping to keep our canteen open. 

Award Recipients

A huge congratulations goes out to all of the students who received an award this week. These students are being wonderful learners and role models to their peers. Keep up the amazing work!

K Empower

Jacob P

Matilda B

3/4 Rise

Imogen H

Suleiman A

K/1 Belong

Miti M

James M

3/4 Justice

Jett B

Matilda K

1/2 Discover

Olive P

Bailey E

5/6 Adventure

Gwen S

Hussein A

2 Pride

Aerin V

Fletcher W

5/6 Brave

William T

Phoenix B

Administration

Athletics Carnival

Please make sure you have returned the permission note and money for the athletics carnival being held on Thursday 26 May. All students will participate in the carnival. We will be leaving school on buses at 8:30am, please note that this is earlier than a regular school day and as such all students will need to be at school earlier. 


Outstanding Accounts

This week our lovely office staff are continuing to follow up with families who have not yet paid for Life Education Van and Footsteps Dance. If you have not already paid for these incursions please  promptly pay them either through the website or in cash at the office. We need to ensure all accounts are paid prior to the end of the financial year and we appreciate your assistance in this matter. 

Calendar of Events

TERM 2

Please see below our list of school events for the upcoming months:

May20District Cross Country & Walk Safely to School Day
26Athletics Carnival
30Reconciliation Day



June15Biggest Morning Tea
JULY1Last day of Term 2

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Proudly opened in 1959, Mount Ousley Public School has a long history of providing high quality education to the children of Fairy Meadow. With a unique setting and innovative classrooms, along side the integration of technology, Mount Ousley is a small school creating big opportunities for your students.