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Get #FirstDay2021 ready for the new school year

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 14:24:03 AEDT

Be prepared for the new school year with our back to school tips and tools.

The start of a new school year can be both an exciting and demanding time for parents and students alike.

Our parents and carers Back to school hub can help you prepare for the year ahead with practical articles, tools, activities, calendars and checklists so you and your child can be ready from day1, term 1.

Find out about our COVID-safe school guidelines, download fun activity sheets to complete with your child, read about our health and wellbeing resources and more.

If your child is starting kindergarten, check out our starting school guide for everything you need to know from enrolment to what to expect throughout your child’s first school year.

Video – #FirstDay2021

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Presentation Day 2020

Sun, 20 Dec 2020 16:47:09 AEDT

Presentation Day 2020 at Cobargo Public School for parents and carers to view. Well done to all the students on completing a challenging year.

Congratulations to our awards recipients for 2020.

Have a safe and happy holidays.

In a Box - Christmas song

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 10:43:28 AEDT

Wishing you a Merry Christmas from all the Cobargo Public School Students.

Schools Spectacular remixed for television

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 13:28:55 AEDT

Relive memorable acts and performances from the past four years in a special televised Schools Spectacular event.

The annual Schools Spectacular, cancelled this year due to the pandemic, will entertain audiences with a special television broadcast next week.

The Schools Spectacular 2020 Remixed will air on Channel 7 on Saturday 5 December at 7pm.

The two-hour broadcast will feature memorable acts and spectacular moments from the past four years.

The show will also feature a surprise digital performance from this year’s graduating Class of 2020 with the Year 12 students sharing their passion and talents while celebrating with NSW Education for one last time.

This technical feat aims to inspire audiences as more than 70 dancers, singers, instrumental musicians and signing performers from across NSW assemble virtually for the performance.

Mark Scott, Secretary of the NSW Department of Education, said this event is an opportunity to revisit memories of past performances and celebrate the talents of students in NSW public schools.

“Schools Spectacular 2020 Remixed will be an extraordinary broadcast and a unique opportunity to look back at some of the many achievements of our talented performing arts students and their hard working and committed teachers from the past four years,” he said.

Audiences can also share their own memories and see highlights from past Schools Spectacular performances on the Schools Spectacular Facebook page.

Schools Spectacular Remixed 2020 is produced by the NSW Department of Education and proudly supported by Presenting Partners, Telstra and the NSW Teachers Federation, and Segment Partner, RØDE Microphones.

Celebrate Schools Spectacular 2020 Remixed on Saturday 5 December at 7pm on Channel 7.

Supporting effective learning at school and home with the 'What Works Best: 2020 update'

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 11:18:42 AEDT

The ‘What Works Best: 2020 update’ outlines the eight most effective teaching practices and how these can be supported at home.

Parents and carers can support effective student learning at home through the ‘What Works Best’ resource, now updated for 2020.

The What Works Best resource has been very successful helping teachers bring the best teaching practices into their classrooms. The ‘What Works Best: 2020 update’ outlines eight evidence-based teaching practices that teachers can use in their classrooms to improve student learning.

You can find out more about these practices, how it’s used in schools, our handy guide for parents and carers and conversation tips to help continue student learning at home when you visit the ‘What Works Best’ parents and carers hub.

Supporting effective learning at school and home with the ‘What Works Best: 2020 update’

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 13:41:04 AEDT

The ‘What Works Best: 2020 update’ outlines the eight most effective teaching practices and how these can be supported at home.

Parents and carers can support effective student learning at home through the ‘What Works Best’ resource, now updated for 2020.

School Updates App - be prepared for any emergency

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 13:28:31 AEDT

Receive notifications of school closures. Opt in to receive timely, accurate notifications about the operational status of your chosen NSW public school(s).

The NSW School Updates App was created to help our parents and carers check on the status of their school during last summer’s bushfire season. And it’s been invaluable during COVID when schools were required to close for deep cleaning.

The app is free and available now for iOS and Android users.

Visit NSW School Updates App to download and for more information

Privacy information

The app doesn't store any personal or identifiable information.

The Day She Stole the Sun

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:13:08 AEDT

The students of Cobargo P.S. had a tough start to the year. When bushfires ripped through Cobargo in the early hours of the morning on New Year’s Eve, some lost houses, others lost family members and all have a story to tell about that day.

Together, along with the help of their teacher Campbell Kerr, Cobargo Public School's Year Five and Six class have told their story – writing and illustrating a book titled ‘The Day She Stole the Sun'.

The book was started as part of Littlescribe’s literacy program for schools, which helps students build stronger writing skills and encourages every child to become an author. They are now ready to share their story.

We invite you to buy a copy of the book for your school or for yourself. $10.00 from every book sold goes to Cobargo Public School.

To see the book order a copy

SCLC Virtual Art Show

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:07:18 AEDT

Together with the SCLC of Public Schools, we are excited to launch our Virtual Art Show exhibition!

Please enjoy viewing a wide range of incredible artworks from our talented students in K-12 across 16 local schools. The artworks have been created in line with this year's Education Week theme: #LearningTogether

To view the SCLC Virtual Art Show

Join in the virtual NAIDOC Week celebrations

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 17:42:40 AEDT

Education celebrates NAIDOC Week 2020 (8 – 15 November 2020) with the theme ‘Always Was, Always Will Be’.

It’s a time to reflect and celebrate the history, culture and achievements of the First Nation peoples – recognising them as the traditional owners of the land.

Schools were invited to film and submit videos to celebrate history, culture and achievements of past and present Aboriginal and Torres Strait students.

Secretary, Mark Scott will give an opening address on Monday, 9 November and then Aboriginal students run a Question and Answers session with Mark Scott, Cindy Berwick, President of the NSW AECG; Martin Graham, Deputy Secretary; Michelle Hall, Executive Director, Connecetd Communities and Karen Jones, Executive Director, Aboriginal Outcomes and Partnerships.

Tuesday will showcase how NSW public schools are embedding Aboriginal cultural practices. Special thanks to; Windale Public School Preschool, Terrigal Public School, Wilcannia Central School and Murrumbidgee Regional High School for participating.

Wednesday will highlight the outstanding achievements of Benson Igua Saulo, In-coming Consul-General to the US based in Houston (2021), as his is interviewed by current students from his former schools, Tamworth High School and Peel High School.

Thursday will see Uncle Michael Jarrett deliver a Gumbaynggirr language lesson.

Friday will close out our virtual celebration with a beautiful virtual choir led by Uncle Archie Roach. Students will join him singing ‘Took the children away’ and ‘Children came back’.

Join the virtual celebration via video streams hosted by Aboriginal Outcomes and Partnerships , each weekday morning, at 9:30am, during NAIDOC Week 2020.

2021 term dates now available

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 15:27:29 AEDT

Most students start Friday 29 January (or Friday 5 February for Western division) in Term 1 2021.

To support a strong start to 2021, school staff will now have two school development days at the beginning of Term 1.

For 2021, students will return to school on Friday 29 January (or Friday 5 February for Western division), unless otherwise notified by the school. School term dates for 2021 are now available.

Western division schools, also known as ‘late start’ schools, are located in the far western region of NSW. Check if your school is a Late start school.

#MathsTrainsBrains for the future

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 17:46:17 AEDT

Parents and carers can now explore the importance of mathematical skills with the new Everyday Maths experience, featuring activities, resources and explainers targeted to year groups.

The digital launch is part of the NSW Mathematics Strategy 2025, which aims to strengthen mathematics teaching in NSW public schools, promote understanding of the usefulness of mathematics and build positive perceptions of mathematics.

Tune into Education LIVE to find out how high profile Australians like media guru Kellie Hush, former Olympian Steve Solomon and former Masterchef Alice Zaslavsky use maths in their everyday lives.

Video – #MathsTrainsBrains

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Kokoda Mountain Bike Track Tour

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 11:13:33 AEST

Celebrating Education Week 2020

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 13:44:57 AEST

This year's Education Week theme was 'Learning together.'

The stage 2 students have been completing lots of learning together here in the classroom after returning from a period of time learning from home.

They are pictured with their mosaic artworks, elephants drawn from 2D shapes, chalk artworks depicting sacred Aboriginal sites in the local area, symmetrical shape artworks and other pieces of work which they are proud of.

New indigenous sports jerseys for Cobargo PS students

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 10:28:26 AEST

Our students will now have awesome new indigenous design sports jerseys to wear at the next sport outing.

The P and C were able to organise and purchase these with the kind donation from the St George Illawarra NRL Club, who visited our school earlier this year.

Have your before and after school care needs changed?

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 10:38:41 AEST

The Department of Education wants to hear from all NSW parents about their specific care needs in light of COVID-19.

The NSW Government is committed to making before and after school care available to families at all NSW public primary schools, but we understand your work arrangements and care needs may have changed due to COVID-19.

To better understand how parents can best be supported to access the before and after school care, the department and Service NSW have developed a short survey.

Have your say:

visit service.nsw.gov.au/basc
email BASCreform@det.nsw.edu.au.

Updates to COVID-19 restrictions affecting NSW schools

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 22:53:42 AEST

Latest COVID-19 case locations in NSW

NSW Health has a website to inform you of the actions you should take if you have been in a location where there have been confirmed cases of COVID-19 within NSW. Monitor the site and follow the relevant health advice if you have been at any of the locations at the specified dates and times.

Students and staff who have travelled through or visited Victoria

All students and staff who have visited Victoria must have a permit to enter NSW and are required to self-isolate for 14 days.

Except for students and staff who reside in a border town, all students and staff who have visited Victoria in the 14 days before the commencement of school should not attend school until they complete the 14 days self-isolation period since they left Victoria.

Students and staff who are unable to return to school due to these self-isolation requirements will be supported to learn and work remotely during the self-isolation period via the online learning hubs until they return to on-campus learning and teaching.

NSW Health has requested anyone who has been in Victoria and is unwell or has flu-like symptoms arrange to be tested through their local medical practitioner or one of the COVID-19 clinics.

Refer to current advice for people who have recently visited Victoria.

Information for students and staff on new NSW-Victoria border restrictions

The NSW Government has announced further tightening to the restrictions for people travelling across the NSW-Victorian border.

From midnight Tuesday 21 July a border zone, defined along the Murray River, will be established.

Anyone travelling from Victoria to NSW must apply for a new permit through Service NSW.

Victorian residents who have been in one of the restricted areas in Victoria in the last 14 days must not enter NSW.

Attending schools along the border

Current permits will expire at midnight, Tuesday 21 July. We strongly encourage all parents and staff to check they have a permit and if not, apply for one through Service NSW.

Students and staff who reside in Victoria will need to be eligible for a border permit to attend school in person.

Under the new public health order, the border zone has been reduced significantly.

Not all students and staff may be eligible for a border permit under the public health order. If you are not eligible for a border permit you will not be able to cross the border. Students and staff will be supported through remote learning and working via the online learning hubs until they return to school.

Further information on the new border zone is available from Service NSW.

Border permits can be rescinded at any time if a cluster outbreak in your community occurs. We encourage parents to monitor local circumstances regularly as things may change in the coming days or weeks.

Transport to and from school will run as scheduled. For travel advice to and from school refer to Transport for NSW.

New restrictions affecting boarding schools

Any student returning from Victoria to reside at a boarding school in NSW must now self-isolate for 14 days in a NSW location separate to the boarding school. They must also obtain a negative test swab from day 10 of their isolation before entering school and have written confirmation of the test result and the period spent isolating.

Those who are unable to return to boarding while they are completing the self-isolation period will be supported through remote learning and working via the online learning hubs until they return to school.

More information

Returning to school in Term 3

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 10:13:27 AEST

Our school will be open to welcome students back to onsite learning from the beginning of Term 3 – Tuesday 21 July 2020.

As you would be aware the border between NSW and Victoria closed as of 12:01am 8 July 2020.

All staff and students returning from Victoria after this time must have a permit to enter NSW and are required to self-isolate for a period of 14 days.

All students who have been in Victoria in the last 14 days before the commencement of school must not attend school until they complete the 14 days self-isolation period since they left Victoria.

NSW Health has requested anyone who has been in Victoria and is unwell or has flu-like symptoms arrange to be tested through their local medical practitioner or one of the COVID-19 clinics.

Refer to current advice for people who have recently visited Victoria.

Students who are unable to return to school due to the border closures or self-isolation will be supported to learn remotely.

We would like to remind our community the most important action you can take is to practise good hand hygiene and physical distancing. Our school will be vigilant in implementing these requirements to minimise the risk at school.

Curriculum reform focuses on deep learning

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 15:10:53 AEST

Changes to the NSW school curriculum will be the biggest education shake-up in 30 years.

The reforms, announced by the NSW Government on Tuesday, will start rolling out in 2021. All Kindergarten to Year 12 students will learn the new curriculum by 2024.

The changes are in response to the NSW Curriculum Review by Professor Geoff Masters and will ensure every student is prepared and ready for their future.

The reforms are based on:

decluttering the curriculum by reducing unnecessary subjects
a ‘back to basics approach’ that will see a renewed focus on the core subjects of English, maths and science
Year 11 and Year 12 prequalification for university and TAFE courses.

Education Week to celebrate learning together

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 09:03:47 AEST

Education Week 2020 will be held from Monday 3 August to Friday 7 August.

Education Week is our annual week of celebration to highlight the achievements of our students and staff and the role of public schools as the cornerstone of their communities.

This year’s theme is ‘Learning together’ and it reflects the incredible months of 2020 where NSW public school students have continued to learn and achieve, despite natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our schools have experienced significant disruption but our staff – in partnership with parents and carers – have worked tirelessly to ensure that high quality teaching and learning has continued for all students.

Department of Education Secretary Mark Scott said the best learning takes place when there is a partnership of students, teachers, parents, carers and the community.

“Our schools and families benefit from strong, respectful relationships where responsibility for student learning is shared,” Mr Scott said.

“As our lives slowly return to normal, it’s time for us to reflect on the achievements and resilience of our entire school community. We look forward to celebrating Education Week with all of you in August.”

Statewide events for Education Week include:

a live stream launch on Monday, 3 August
activities for National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day on Tuesday, 4 August
a live streamed student film festival on Wednesday, 5 August.

Schools are invited to share photos, videos and stories of local celebrations on social media using the hashtag #EdWeek20 or send an email to educationweek@det.nsw.edu.au.

NSW students return to the classroom full-time

Tue, 19 May 2020 08:59:31 AEST

Students across NSW will be back in the classroom full-time from next Monday, 25 May.

The success of the phased return to face to face teaching has demonstrated the education system and community are ready for school to come back full-time.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell thanked school communities and parents for their patience during this difficult time.

Ms Berejiklian said a return to full-time face to face teaching and learning is crucial for the education progress of every child in NSW from Kindergarten to Year 12.

“Since starting a managed return to the classroom, we have seen a strong degree of confidence from our school communities in managing COVID-19 and a clear desire for all students to be back at school,” Ms Berejiklian said.

“We expect schools to stick with the health advice – increased cleaning, access to hygiene supplies and compliance with hygience practices – and look forward to seeing all students back on campus five days a week.

“The health advice is very clear; a return to full-time face to face teaching is safe.”

Over the last two weeks schools have been working hard to support students practise good hygiene and implement new routines at school, which has been successful giving the community confidence that full-time face to face teaching can resume.

Ms Mitchell said she was eager to see students back in the classroom full-time.

“Our principals, teachers, support staff, parents and carers have gone above and beyond to continue the education of our students while we respond to this pandemic,” Ms Mitchell said.

“My priority is the education of our children. We know that parents across NSW share our desire for students to be back in school, and that is our expectation.

“Schools will need to maintain the measures and precautions they have put in place for the foreseeable future, including no assemblies and excursions.

“Teachers will be focused on identifying where their students are at in their education and we will be supporting them to recognise and assist those students who need additional help.”

Read the department's latest advice for families.

Keeping our school COVIDSafe

Tue, 12 May 2020 14:44:28 AEST

Help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community by downloading the app.

Social distancing and washing your hands remain the best ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The COVIDSafe app, developed by the Australian Government, helps to reduce the spread by allowing health experts to find close contacts faster and more accurately.

The app does not track your location. It uses your phone's Bluetooth to record other users you come into contact with, so if they test positive, NSW Health can let you know.

Find out more:

Students return to school for 1 day at Cobargo

Tue, 12 May 2020 11:39:03 AEST

As part of social distanciong strategies, we request that parents do not enter the school grounds at drop off and pick up times.

Parents are requested to remain in their cars in the car park or use the bus bay to drop off children.

In the afternoon parents are requested to remain in their car in the car park and teachers will supervise students leaving the school gate.

Parents are asked to consider appropriate social distancing during these times and follow the advice provided.

Please ensure students bring to school when they attend:

their work pack to continue learning or hand in for feedback.
water bottle

Information posters have been placed around the school to assist in reminding children about safety and hygiene. Please discuss these posters with your children.

Staying healthy at primary school

How to refill your water bottle

Bathroom hygiene

Students begin return to classrooms

Fri, 08 May 2020 17:34:43 AEST

From Monday 11 May (Week 3) students will begin a phased return to school.

The phased return will maintain distancing in the classroom while supporting students' education and wellbeing.

Most students will continue learning from home and will only attend school 1 day each week.

Our school will continue to provide detailed information about the return to the classroom throughout the rest of Term 2.

Measures to keep schools clean and safe for all students and staff include:

25% more cleaning time focused on high-touch areas
priority deliveries of hygiene supplies including soap and hand sanitiser
local school changes to pick up, drop off, lunch and recess times and processes.

Religion and ethics lessons continue at home

Tue, 05 May 2020 10:43:52 AEST

Students learning from home can continue to access Special religious education (SRE) and Special education in ethics (SEE) classes.

Face-to-face SRE, SEE and Voluntary student activities of a religious nature in schools (VSA) will not be available until schools resume normal operations.

In response to requests from school communities, SRE and SEE approved providers are delivering their authorised curriculum with modifications to allow students to learn from home from the start of Term 2.

The lesson content and the mode of delivery has been reviewed and modified for easy access by students. The approved providers recognise that learning at home will not replicate face-to-face learning at school.

The learning from home SRE and SEE programs are now available:

Tune in at 8.45am to NSW Education LIVE

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 18:48:27 AEST

To welcome our students back for Term 2, join us at 8.45am from Wednesday 29 April to Friday 8 May for a special live stream.

Musician Guy Sebastian, TV foodies Matt Preston, Gary Mehigan and Manu Feildel, Gardening Australia host Costa Georgiadis, Sydney Swans player Ollie Florent, and our very own Eddie Woo, have donated their time to kick start learning from home each morning from 29 April - 8 May.

Tune in each day at 8:45am. We can't wait to see you!

NSW students to transition back to the classroom in Term 2

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 09:10:04 AEST

NSW school students will gradually transition back to the classroom during Term 2 as the Government continues to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning Sarah Mitchell outlined the plan for students attending NSW public schools to progressively return to face-to-face learning in week three of Term 2.

Ms Berejiklian said health advice continues to be that schools remain open, and parents, teachers and students can be confident that school is safe place.

“We are grateful to all families who kept their children home from school at the end of Term 1 and to teachers who worked tirelessly to deliver education online,” Ms Berejiklian said.

“This allowed us critical time to prepare our schools to develop better online learning options and for considering additional hygiene measures to allow schools to return.

“We know that nothing is more important than a child’s education, and we must begin to return our students to their classrooms in a considered way.

“Under these changes, from week three of Term 2, every student will be attending school for one day a week.

“We will look to increase the number of days students are at school in a staged way and hope to have all children back at school full-time by Term 3.

“I’d like to thank the Catholic and Independent schools for working with the NSW Government at this time, as well as staff, including teachers, principals and cleaners, for working so hard to prepare for a resumption of school.

“I’d also like to thank parents for what has been a tough month, often juggling working from home and caring for children. We hope the partial resumption of on campus learning will provide some much needed relief to those families.”

During the first stage of on-campus learning, parents will be encouraged to keep their children home except on their allocated day of face-to-face learning. Initially, about a quarter of a school’s students are expected to be on site at any one time. The specific days students will be required to attend school each week will vary from school to school and will be clearly communicated to parents.

Classes will be split across schools, allowing schools to appropriately social distance students and teachers.

As always, schools will remain open for students who need them and no child will be turned away from school.

Ms Mitchell said careful consideration had been given to support the school community, providing clarity and certainty on the path forward.

“This plan provides a clear path that balances community concerns with a need to deliver continuity of quality education,” Ms Mitchell said.

“Hand sanitiser will be available in all classrooms and provisions are in place for at-risk teachers to work from home. Drop off, pick up, recess and lunchtimes will also be staggered to ensure social distancing.”

In addition to the staged return to school, the NSW Government has committed up to $95.7 million to help keep casual and temporary school staff engaged in active work during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Our casual and temporary teachers and other non-teaching staff across NSW schools are critical to our education system, and will help ensure the educational outcomes for our students during this staged return,” Ms Mitchell said.

A cross-sector working group of teachers will also be established to report back to the Minister on recent innovations and educational developments assembled during the COVID-19 period that are suitable to support future educational delivery.

“It’s important that we have an inventory of the cutting edge teaching solutions and recognise the best efforts of our amazing NSW teachers during a difficult time,” Ms Mitchell said.

Teachers will have an additional day to prepare for Term 2 on Tuesday 28 April making the first day of term for students Wednesday 29 April.

Latest advice

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).
Explore the department's learning from home resources for teachers and parents to support both online and offline learning for all students.

Keep your family entertained these school holidays

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 16:29:58 AEST

We know it’s been a challenging Term 1. Just as many communities began recovering from fires, droughts and floods, we moved to learning from home to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

The school holidays are coming, which means your family is about to have a lot of free time and nowhere to go.

To support you while looking after children we’ve put together a handy guide of activities to stimulate young minds and keep your family busy and engaged.

Check out our parents and carers toolkit for important self-care tips, free parenting podcasts and apps.

If you need a break, the Service NSW before and after school care finder can help locate vacation care programs near you.

No child will be turned away from school

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 10:31:41 AEDT

The NSW Department of Education's advice regarding schools is very clear. No child in NSW will be turned away from school.

Schools will remain open for parents who want their children to attend irrespective of their profession or working arrangements.

The decision to keep schools open has been made based on advice from NSW Health, which has not changed.

The department will provide continuity of learning for all students both on and off campus and the Premier, for practical reasons, has encouraged parents to keep their children at home if they could.

Schools will communicate directly with parents on what learning options are available using their communication methods such as the school website, newsletters, emails and other online tools.

Latest advice

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).
Explore the department's learning from home resources for teachers and parents to support both online and offline learning for all students.

New COVID-19 restrictions begin as schools move towards online learning

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:34:29 AEDT

The NSW Government has taken significant new steps to increase restrictions across the state - triggering the next level of enforcement necessary to fight COVID-19.

Following the decisions made by National Cabinet, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian confirmed the shutdown to protect NSW citizens.

"I understand many in the community are worried, and these changes will affect everyday lives, and may be upsetting," Ms Berejiklian said.

"But these decisions will make us all safer, they are taken with the health of all citizens in mind, and they must be taken now.

"If you have the capacity to work from home, you should do so."

In line with health advice, from midday today, the following non-essential activities and businesses will be temporarily shut down:

pubs, registered clubs
gyms, indoor sporting venues
cinemas, entertainment venues, casinos, and night clubs
restaurants and cafes will be restricted to takeaway and/or home delivery
religious gatherings, places of worship (excluding small weddings and funerals that comply with the 4m2 rule, which can proceed).

It is important to note essential gatherings at places such as hospitals, workplaces, constructions sites and for public transport are exempt and will continue.

As confirmed last night by the Prime Minister schools will remain open, based on health advice, which has not changed.

But from tomorrow, in NSW, for practical reasons, parents are encouraged to keep their children at home.

"Because nearly 30 per cent of children are already being kept out of school, for practical reasons NSW is encouraging parents to keep their children at home," Ms Berejiklian said.

"This will ensure there is only one unit of work, whether the student is at home or at school.

"No child will be turned away from school."

Latest advice

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).
Explore the department's learning from home resources for teachers and parents to support both online and offline learning for all students.

Schools to implement distancing measures

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 20:14:25 AEDT

The NSW Department of Education is introducing proactive measures to limit the impact of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in our schools.

Mark Scott, Secretary of the Department of Education, today announced that schools would adopt social distancing measures requiring them to cancel assemblies, excursions, travel, some events and conferences.

Mr Scott said these measures are precautionary and designed to reduce exposure via non-essential gatherings.

"Schools have been a focus of the community and the government as the impacts of coronavirus have developed globally," Mr Scott said.

"From Monday onwards, I expect school assemblies and substantial gatherings to be cancelled, along with all excursions.

"The community expects schools to be as safe as possible. We are implementing these measures to provide peace of mind for students, parents and staff."

"These cancellations also extend to inter-school arts, sports, initiative activities and events.

All major arts, sports and initiative activities and events will temporarily be ceased until further notice. This includes whole-school sporting events and inter-school events involving three or more schools.

"Local inter-school sport and other activities can proceed, but we ask organisers to ensure that as far as possible, reasonable precautions are taken," Mr Scott said.

"I trust our principals and staff to show leadership during this time."

Schools will be provided with more detailed advice and suggestions on how they can adjust their day to day activities with minimal disruption.

The department is continuing to prepare for further closures if necessary with scaling up of technology, additional training of staff and preparation of offsite lessons.

Families and students in self-isolation can find useful information to continue learning from home.

For the latest information, check COVID-19 advice for schools.

Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:51:05 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 12:56:47 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 16:10:33 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.

2020 Leadership Team Announced!

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 14:48:32 AEDT

Congratulations to the successful students who will lead our student leadership team for 2020.

School Captains:

Willa Pilkington

Ashton Washbrook

Vice Captains:

Jack Salway

Yves Groenewoud

They were presented with their leadership badges yesterday, at our end of year presentation assembly.

Lights! Camera! Action!

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 16:01:03 AEDT

Lights! Camera! Action! Little Words that Like Each Other told the story of a girl called Katrina (Montannah) who was bored being stuck in the local town library. Luckily, a creature from Planet Imaginitis called Skye (Yves) heard her cry for help and sent new recruit Arabella (Hazel), to save the day - or should I say - to save Katrina's lost soul from the doom and gloom of boredom.

It was fantastic to see all students involved in the whole school play and all the hard work and commitment certainly paid off. Thank you to parents who helped with costumes and a special thank you to Cobargo staff for learning a djembe rhythm to play. Students were asked to share their favourite part of the play and below is a reflection from Lila Herring, Year 4.

"My favourite part of the play was when we trotted onto the stage for the Man from Snowy River. It was exciting to be on stage and it was passionate and dramatic. I loved standing up and delivering my lines and I really like when I made the audience laugh. I felt enthusiasm running through me and I liked that a lot. I loved that I faced my fears by singing on front of people and it gave me a feeling of achievement and made me feel brave."

Please go to our website gallery to view more photos from the play.

Christmas Holiday Activities for Kids

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 16:22:51 AEDT

There are alot of exciting holiday programs available in our region for children during the Summer holidays. Please see the information flyers for more details about what's on.

Order your copy of the CPS Play 'Little Words that Like Each Other' .

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 13:32:28 AEDT

If you wish to purchase a copy of the our 2019 Whole School Play, "Little Words That Like Each Other," please submit your order via the skoolbag app (if you have it). Alternatively copies can be ordered and paid for in cash at the school's front office.

Please have your DVD orders in by Tuesday, 10th of December. DVD's are $10 each, and will feature both the matinee and night time performances. DVD's will be ready by the end of this term.

Thank you for your wonderful support of our Whole School Play.

2020 Cobargo Show Entries

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 22:12:11 AEDT

Cobargo Show Society would like to invite the students from Cobargo Public School to participate in the 2020 Cobargo Show.

There are many different sections that the students could enter.

Please see attached Sections for Photography, Art, Children's Handicrafts and Flowers.

Cobargo Show entries

For the full program of events go to the Cobargo Show Website:

Cobargo Show Website

Entries need to finish by Thursday 30th January

CPS Student's Receive Medals in the Young Scientists Paper Planes Competition

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:11:25 AEDT

The Young Scientists Paper Planes Competition is an state wide aerodynamics competition that challenges students to engineer a paper plane to compete in two categories. The two categories are Aloft Time (time the plane stays in the air) and Distance (the distance it travels).

We had students pick up 8 medals for Cobargo PS in this years state wide competition. Congratulations and well done.

Gold Medals (First in NSW)

*   Riley Park- Yr 6 Time Aloft
*   Hunter Dibden- Yr 5 Distance

Silver Medals (Second in NSW)

*   River Wilms - Yr 6 Distance
*   Tyler Davies - Yr 6 Time Aloft
*   Ngametua Ben - Yr 5 Time Aloft
*   Dougie Ben - Yr 3 Time Aloft

Bronze Medals (Third Place in NSW)

*   Colt Croser- Yr 5 Distance
*   Nate Miller- Yr 5 Aloft

Life Education Van Visit

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 15:45:07 AEDT

Earlier this month, all of the students attended the Life Education Van.

The $11 cost per student was covered by the school -$5 and the Mumbulla Foundation- $5 and the Life Education Foundation -$1.

All students received a book and will review the concepts learnt in the van whilst completing the pages in the booklet this term.

CPS Student Colt Croser Wins Origin's 'littleBIGidea' Competition.

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:44:08 AEDT

Year 5 student Colt Croser has won the Australian entry in the Little Big ideas competition sponsored by Origin energy.

During a special assembly held last Friday, Colt was announced winner of the Year 5/6 section. In attendance were, NSW Young Austrlalian of the Year Macinley Butson, Minister Geoff Lee - Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education and Minister Andrew Constance - Member for Bega, Minister for Transport ans Roads

Colt will go (with a parent) on an all-expenses-paid innovation adventure to the USA. They'll visit NASA Kennedy Space Centre.

Congratulations Colt!

Use the links below to find out more about Colt's 'littleBIGidea' win.

Colt Croser - National Winner Origin Energy Little Big Idea Competition 2019.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?=GcJ40XmKNVk&feature=youtu.be

https://www.littlebigidea.com.au/2019-finalists.html

https://www.begadistrictnews.com.au/story/6482684/colt-beats-adversity-on-his-way-to-nasa-after-topping-the-nation-in-innovation/

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-11-11/boy-loses-fingers-in-accident-invents-solution/11689600?pfmredir=sm

https://7news.com.au/technology/unique-horse-rein-invention-inspired-by-nsw-boys-riding-accident-c-514969

https://nsw.liberal.org.au/Library/Members/State/Andrew-Constance

NSW schools respond to bushfires

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 16:38:56 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.

"Cobargo's Students and Community Join Scotty Page for the Final Leg of the Tarlinton Bridle Track Ultra Marathon."

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 14:53:00 AEDT

On 26th September, Scotty Page and a crew of runners visited us at Cobargo Public School whilst completing their ultra marathon run along the Tarlinton Bridle Track. They had been running along the track for the past 3 days and had nearly covered the distance of approximately 200km.

We were very lucky to have Scotty and his crew of runners invite the students, parents and community members to join him and the crew to run alongside them to the finish line at the Cobargo Showground. It was a once in a lifetime experience!

First we did some stretches on the oval and warmed up our muscles. Then we were ready to run the 1.6km to the Cobargo Showground.

Many thanks to Scotty Page and the crew for visiting us at Cobargo Public School.

If you would like to watch our video of the highlights from this day, click on the link below.

https://youtu.be/6L_18cMzQfw

Use this link to read the full story published by the Bega District News.

https://www.begadistrictnews.com.au/story/6407224/cobargo-celebrates-history-and-arrival-of-ultra-marathoners-photos-video/

Year 3 / 4 & Kindergarten 2020 Pre-School Visits

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 14:17:11 AEDT

In Term 3, Year 3 / 4 visited the Cobargo Pre-School for 5 visits to meet some of the new Kindergarten students who will be coming to Cobargo Public School in 2020. Throughout our visits, we partnered up with some pre-school students and had a great time playing all sorts of games and activities. We reminisced about memories that Year 3 / 4 had when they were at pre-school a whole 5 years ago now! These transition visits ensured that when the pre-school students come to "big school" that there are some friendly faces in our playground that they already know.

We look forward to seeing the pre-school students visit us at Cobargo Public School for their transition visits. Please see our 2019 Kindergarten Transition Program dates and times below.

Friday 18th October, 1:30 - 3pm

Friday 25th October, 1:30 - 3pm

Friday 8th November, 1:30 - 3pm

Friday 15th November, 1:30 - 3pm

Friday 29th November, 1:30 - 3pm

Friday 13th December, 1:30 - 3pm

Film By the SCLC Film Festival

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 23:47:31 AEDT

Year 3/4 have entered their short film titled “Superheroes” into this year’s Film By The SCLC Film Festival.

The students created the scripts, organised their own scenes, directed and used their wonderful drama skills to create a very entertaining film about the life of a superhero.

Year 3/4’s film will be shown on the big screen (just like real movie stars!) at the Merimbula Picture Show Man Cinema, on Monday 4th November at 6pm.

This event is an after-school event, where private transport is required. We invite all students and their families to come along for a very entertaining night.

Tickets must be pre-purchased, as we anticipate there will be no tickets available on the night, (as it sold out last year).

Purchase tickets by clicking on the link:
https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=570325

Prices:
Adults $5
School age students $3
Pre-School / Toddlers = Free if sitting on an adults lap.

Earn and Learn Thank you

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 16:23:19 AEDT

Thank you to our wonderful community for supporting our small school to enable us to receive these items from the Earn and Learn promotion at Woolworths supermarket.

Grab a ticket to Schools Spectacular 2019

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:06:34 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 13:32:57 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 11:19:41 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.

Scotty Page's Ultra Marathon on the Tarlington Bridle Track

Sun, 08 Sep 2019 12:33:33 AEST

On Thursday 22nd August, Scotty Page visited us at Cobargo Public School to tell us about his upcoming adventure to run the Tarlinton Bridle Track from near Braidwood to the Cobargo Show Ground. It will take him approximately 5 days to complete the Ultra Marathon and throughout this time he will be covering the distance of approximately 200km.

We learnt that Scotty's Great-Great-Great-Great Grandfather was William Duggan Tarlinton, who was the first European settler to arrive in Cobargo. Scotty explained that W.D Tarlinton was so excited to find such great land for his cattle to graze on that he decided to move all his cattle from Braidwood to Cobargo. He used the track that is now called the Tarlington Bridle Track. He first arrived here with the assistance of 3 Indigenous trackers.

Scotty spoke to us that he is completing the Tarlington Bridle Track as an Ultra Marathon to raise money for the charity, 4ASD Kids. The charity 4ASD Kids raises money to be able to change the lives of families with children who are diagnosed with the Autism Spectrum Disorder by assisting them to access the early intervention treatment that is critical to giving these children the best chance of reaching their full potential.

If you would like to donate to Scotty's fundraising mission, go to:

https://4asdkids.gofundraise.com.au/pages/search?query=scotty%20page

We will certainly be cheering him on his final day of running the Tarlington Bridle Track, as he passes by our school on his way to the finish line at the Cobargo Showground.

How to be smart and safe on social media

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:37:40 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 Celebrations

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 13:14:56 AEST

The theme this year for Education Week was "Every Student, Every Voice," showcasing and celebrating excellence in education.
At Cobargo Public School we celebrated Education Week by holding our school final of the Premier's Spelling Bee Competition as well as visiting the SCLC Art Show in Bega.
Congratulations to all students who entered themselves into the Premier's Spelling Bee Competition. It was fantastic to see all students display such willingness to challenge themselves in their learning and summon up the courage to present their spelling skills in front of an audience.

The Top 5 Spellers for Stage 2 were Arlo, Benji, Milla, Lila and Lucinda.

The Top 5 Spellers for Stage 3 were Colt, Jack G, Aiden, Nate and Willa.

These students battled it out by spelling a range of words from the official Premier's Spelling Bee list, until there were 2 winners from each stage.
Special congratulations to:
Stage 2 Winner: Lila
Stage 2 Runner-Up: Lucinda
Stage 3 Winner: Aiden
Stage 3 Runner-Up: Jack G

The winners and runners up from each stage qualify to attend the Premier's Spelling Bee Regional Final at Nimmitabel Public School on Thursday 12th September, 2019.

Another way we celebrated Education Week for 2019 was to go on a whole-school excursion to visit the South Coast Learning Community (SCLC) Art Show in Bega. Everybody from Kindergarten to Year 6 boarded Mr Benny's bus for an adventure to the Bega Civic Centre to view our fantastic entries in the art exhibition. We used our art appreciation skills to enjoy the art on display that students all over our region submitted, and we took great delight when we spotted our art entries from Cobargo Public School proudly on display! The effort and dedication to developing our ideas and designs in our extra art lessons over the past 4 weeks with Miss Harding and Mrs Summers capped off an amazing learning journey!
Congratulations to the students who received the following awards for their entries into the SCLC Art Show for 2019:
    Henry, Brock and Fletcher - "Sculpture of Peak Alone Mountain" - 2nd    Place         Sculpture Category.
    Marley - Wood burning "My Imagination" - 1st Place Etching Category.
    Monet - "My Self Portrait" - 2nd Place Mixed Media Category.
    Tea-Rose - "My Galaxy" - 3rd Place Mixed Media Category.
    Oscar - "Bass Guitar" - 1st Place Recycled Media Category.
    Lila - "Mosaic Bird" - 3rd Place Recycled Media Category.
    Alexis - "Flower Power" - 1st Place Photography.
    Hazel - "Flower Power" - 2nd Place Photography.
    Alexis - "Sunset Night Sky" 3rd Place Photography.
    Alexis - "Unicorn Pillow" - 2nd Place Fibre Crafts.

The Premier's Spelling Bee Competition and the 2019 SCLC Art Show certainly highlighted the academic and creative talents of our students at Cobargo Public School!

NAIDOC Week celebrations at Jigamy Farm

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 21:17:40 AEST

Cobargo PS students spent a great day learning about traditional foods, dance, art and playing traditional games organised by the elders and community at Jigamy Farm to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2019.

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 13:59:43 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 11:32:34 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 12:19:23 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.

Cancer Council Healthy Lunchbox ideas

Mon, 27 May 2019 10:11:41 AEST

Easy ideas for parents and carers to try in their children's lunchboxes.

Please follow links below for ideas.

The simplest way to add variety to the lunch box

The simplest way to eat 5 serves of vegetables a day

The simplest way to ensure your child is eating from the 5 food groups

The simplest way to make beetroot hummus

Zone Cross Country

Mon, 20 May 2019 10:23:31 AEST

It was a fantastic day and CPS students raced beautifully and did us proud. A special congratulations should go to Arlo W who will progress to the next round at Shoalhaven as a Far South Coast Regional Representative. Congratulations also to River W and Hazel R for excellent results which places them on the reserve list in sixth place for Shoalhaven.

Your NAPLAN questions answered

Thu, 09 May 2019 15:03:11 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 15:06:22 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 14:12:21 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.

National Ride 2 School Day

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 10:29:22 AEST

Watch our latest Youtube video.

Did you know our playground is open in the holidays?

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 15:26:56 AEST

We are excited to participate in the Share Our Space program when it returns these autumn school holidays. Participating public schools across regional and metro areas of the state will continue to open their playgrounds, ovals and sports courts for the whole community to enjoy.

You and your children can play in public schools all over NSW. Schools from Lord Howe Island Central School 600km off the east coast of mainland Australia all the way to Palinyewah Public School in the far west will share their outdoor facilities as part of the program.

Participating schools are open 7 days a week between 8am-6pm from 13 to 26 April 2019, including weekends and public holidays.

Come and visit our playground. For more information or to find another participating school near you, visit Share Our Space.

Sporting Representatives

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 12:57:34 AEST

Nate, Colt and Ngametua were selected to represent the Far South Coast in the recents Rugby League trials. Congratulations boys on your selection into the team.

Congratulations to Eva and Lila Herring who were both selected for the Zone PSSA Soccer team. They will play in the regional match in Shoalhaven next term. They have both previously played soccer and had an opportunity to display their skills when they went to trial out for the team, with many students from other schools, last Friday.

Good luck to all the students.

Harmony Day

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 09:58:47 AEDT

Harmony Day

Thursday 21st March was Harmony Day, where all students at Cobargo Public School participated in activities to celebrate diversity and the many cultures and nationalities that make up our multicultural society. This year's Harmony Day theme was "our diversity is our strength."

Students in Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 read the story "I'm Australian, too" by Mem Fox and discussed that many people in Australia were once born overseas, from countries near and far, and have now made their home in Australia, sharing it with the original inhabitants, our Indigenous Australians.

Students in Year 3 and Year 4 read the story "Whoever you are" by Mem Fox and discussed the differences between children from different cultures. They may not look or speak the same language, but inside, they are just like us. We also learnt the difference between a migrant and a refugee, and were saddened to learn that refugees do not have a safe place to live and need to flee for their own safety.

Students in Year 5 and Year 6 celebrated a harmonious day in their classroom, by giving themselves a challenge to deliver a "random act of kindness" to another student at our school. The students brainstormed what makes them feel safe and welcomed at our school, and our playground was full of Stage 3 students enacting on their "random act of kindness" such as asking another peer who they don't usually spend time with how their day was going, holding a door open for a friend, providing a genuine compliment to others as well as helping the younger students safely ride their bikes in our playground.

Well done to all our wonderful Cobargo Public School students for their great input and ideas that they shared with their fellow peers and teachers through the Harmony Day activities.

Milla swims her fastest ever time

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 10:34:59 AEDT

Far South Coast PSSA District Swimming Carnival

On Wednesday 13 March, Milla Kelly represented both Cobargo PS and the Far South Coast PSSA at the District Swimming Carnival in Dapto. Milla competed against students from all over NSW.

She competed in two events, the 50m breastroke and the 50m freestyle races.

In the 50m breastroke Milla came 24th out of 32 girls, and in the 50m freestyle she came 8th out of 26 girls.

Well done to Milla who achieved a personal best (PB) for her 50m freestyle, smashing her old PB time by 2 seconds. Her new PB is 48 seconds for 50m. It’s the fastest she has ever swam in her life!

Cobargo Folk Festival Concert

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 10:37:02 AEDT

Students and staff were treated to a sneak peak of some of the performers from this year's Cobargo Folk Festival. The free concert was provided by the Yuin Folk Festival organisers of the weekend festival..

Daniel Champagne, a local talent who is now internationally renowned was joined by German musicans Mensch Monique to entertain and delight the listeners.

Here are some of the students responses to the concert:

"I liked Daniel Champagne's guitar skills." - Sofia & Clancy

"I liked how Yulla used her tap dancing to add extra beats and rhythm to the song." - Dougie & Dylan.

"I liked how Daniel used his fingers to tap on the guitar like a drum." - Lila, Benji & Jamie.

"It was interesting watching the sound check." - Arlo.

"Some of the music was high pitch." - Jack.

"I liked learning some German words, such as guten tag." - Iris.

"I learnt that you can play any instrument you choose. All it takes is practise." - Milla.

"It was cool when Daniel Champagne strummed the guitar, shook out the sound and twisted the tuning pegs." - Lucinda.

"Some guitars are made out of different wood." - Beau.

I loved all of the performances." - Marley.

5 road safety tips for parents and carers

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:13:55 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.

Indigenous Art with Natalie Bateman

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 09:50:08 AEDT

Examples of student's artwork.

Bus Safety Week 18th to 24th February

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 13:41:47 AEDT

Indigenous mural by Natalie Bateman

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 10:20:55 AEDT

For the past couple of months Natalie has been busily preparing a very large mural that will be attached to our external library wall in our playground.

Late last year Natalie asked the students to provide her with some ideas of what Cobargo means to them, and we supplied her many drawings. Natalie has incorporated these suggestions into a mural that represents our Cobargo community and local environment.

This mural will also be a fantastic teaching opportunity for everyone to keep practising their understanding of the Durga language, as Natalie has included the words to both the Durga language and English translation onto the mural.

Natalie has sent us a few photos of the progress of the mural and we can't wait to see the finished product mounted in our school playground in the not too distant future!

Sports Captains Announced

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 14:59:47 AEDT

Congratulations to the students for both Stennett (red) and Staunton (yellow) houses who were successfully elected as captains and vice captains for their respective houses for 2019.

Stennett Captain: Hazel R
Stennett Vice Captain: Archie H

Staunton Captain: Montannah F
Staunton Vice Captain: River W

Back to school

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 14:51:27 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

Grand Opening of BMX Track in Cobargo

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 13:03:56 AEDT

If you would like to read all about the Grand opening of the new BMX track at Cobargo, access the Narooma News article below via the link provided.

https://www.naroomanewsonline.com.au/story/5767086/bmx-track-gives-youths-chance-to-practice-their-moves-in-cobargo-photos/

Drumming Lights up Cobargo

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:29:37 AEDT

The annual Light Up Cobargo night was again a great event for the local communtiy.

Students started the musical items for the night with a wonderful display of their drumming, led by music teacher Juanita.

The audience size grew as the display continued and the group was asked to perform an encore to much applause. Well done students!

To view the performance:

https://youtu.be/LJKUXL0AWZs

Park revamp council visit

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 09:22:46 AEDT

2019 school budget allocations

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 12:22:02 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.

Positive Partnerships – Autism workshop for Parents and Carers

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 11:44:33 AEDT

Canteen Menu

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 15:32:46 AEST

New canteen menu for Term 4.

Luna Eclipses Cobargo

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 15:09:55 AEST

At the beginning of 2018 Cobargo PS decided that it was time for the school’s sculpture cow to have a makeover. For quite a few years she has been standing in the veggie patch with a lovely vegetable design reflecting the schools strong gardening program.

After the decision to give the cow a makeover was make CPS students submitted possible designs for the new artwork. The CPS students were strategic, thoughtful and realistic when coming up with their design plans.

The whole school then held a vote to decide which ideas we would like incorporated into the artwork going onto the cow. They decided that a landscape painting of Cobargo’s silhouette at dusk would look great on the cow. The students also picked a new name for the cow.

She is now named Luna.

At this stage we needed help!

It was clear that making our grand designs come to life was going to require the help of an expert. Luckily we had the generous and talented David Forster to the rescue. David volunteered his time to teach the students in specific techniques needed to make their designs come to life. Without his help the full potential of the students design would have been unachievable.

After a day with Dave and the CPS student Luna the cow is now looking better than ever. We are very blessed to have such talented students and community members who make projects like this successful!

School Athletics Carnival

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:27 AEST

The school's athletics carnival was held on a sunny winter's day. Well done to all students, who participated with great school spirit and sportsmanship. Thank you to the preschool who also joined in the fun on the day. More photos may be viewed in the photo gallery of all the day's events.

SCLC Performance

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:28 AEST

Wednesday 8 August Schools: Bega HS, Eden Marine HS, Merimbula, Wolumla, Cobargo PS, Wyndham and SCLC Band.

It is advised to book tickets ahead of the night to avoid missing out.

Share Our Space

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:28 AEST

Share Our Schools Pilot Program

Schools are the heart of our communities and already offer a range of quality recreational and play facilities.

Over the coming school holidays, the NSW Department of Education is trialling a program at around 120 schools across the state which will open up school playgrounds, ovals and sports fields for the whole community to enjoy.

Cobargo primary school will be participating in the program during these school holidays. The school will be open during these periods and times:

Dates	Time
9 July - 20 July 2018	8am - 5pm
1 Oct 2018 - 12 Oct 2018	8am - 5pm
24 Dec 2018 - 25 Jan 2018	8am - 6pm

A security guard will be monitoring safety and security.

We hope you have an enjoyable break, and invite you to use the play areas at your local school these holidays.

NSW Department of Education

105 Phillip Street Parramatta NSW 2150 GPO Box 33 Sydney NSW 2001 T 02 9561 8432 F 02 9561 8438 www.det.nsw.edu.au

Kitchen / Garden Update

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:26 AEST

We had a very productive week in Kitchen Garden. Outdoor in the garden, we built a greenhouse for some of our plants to survive throughout the cold winter months. Thank you to Connie for providing her knowledge and expertise in this area. The students enjoyed being shown how to safely use a battery powered drill to construct the greenhouse.

In the kitchen the students cooked some delicious treats! On the menu this week was pumpkin frittata, Mexican salad and an apple and rhubarb crumble. Yum! Many thanks to our parent helpers Michelle Grebert and Vivien Arnott for coming in and assisting the students in the kitchen.

Athletics Carnival 2018

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:25 AEST

Last week we started our athletics rotations for sports in preparation for the school athletics carnival, which will be held in the last week of this term on Wednesday 4^th July. We focussed on high jump and shotput last week and this week we'll move on to the disciplines of long jump and discus. We have had a long jump pit renovation (including new long jump sand) and we'd like to thank the Shipton Family for volunteering their time over the weekend to get the pit and grounds tidied.

Cobargo Preschool Buddies Visit

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:25 AEST

Last week Year 3 / 4 had their first visit to Cobargo Pre-School. We will be visiting our friends every second Wednesday this term. These visits are designed to provide Year 3 / 4 students with the opportunity to develop positive relationships with our future 2019 Kindergarten students. They will also be provided with opportunities to form positive attitudes about themselves and others, to communicate effectively with others, and to value their contribution towards other individuals in our community. Many of our students loved re-connecting with their old pre-school and noticed that a few things had changed in the years that they've been at "big school!"

Take a tour of our New Bike Track

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:29 AEST

The students are having a great time with the new school bikes and bike track. We would like to invite you to take a tour. Just download a free QR scanner from the app store, click on it and point your camera at the QR code above. We will do the rest. Don't forget to turn up the volume! We hope you enjoy "The Hot Lap". Our new bike track is around 570m for each loop.

Playground Improvements!

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:27 AEST

Many thanks to Cadgee Quarry Concrete, our wonderful P&C, Paul Kelly, Brad Haynes and students from Year 2/3/4 for transporting in many wheelbarrow loads of river rocks to our new and improved outdoor seating area next to the Library. The P&C have also bought our school some fantastic outdoor seating to make this once unused space definitely more appealing to use!

Zone Cross Country Representatives

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:31 AEST

Congratulations to the students who represented CPS at the Zone Carnival this year. You're all an excellent group of athlete's and it was fantastic to see your race skills and determination shine through. Thanks must go to all the parents who helped manage the school team on the day. A special mention to Barry Benny, Paul Kelly and Clare Robinson, who helped setup and dismantle our CPS Base Camp! More pictures of this day can be viewed on the website gallery tab. Mr Kerr

“Let’s Ride” – Bike Riding Activities

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:30 AEST

This term for Sporting Schools we are participating in "Let's Ride" bike riding program. It has been fantastic to see so many students riding their bikes to school. Bike riding is a life-long skill that is great to include into a healthy lifestyle. As a part of the "Let's Ride" program, students will be learning about safe bike riding practices, and how to use these skills when riding on public roads and footpaths.

We have received a Federal Government grant to purchase 10 new bikes for the students to ride around on during lunch and recess times.

PARENT HELPERS WELCOME

This Thursday morning between 9 - 11am, John our General Assistant will be assisting students from Years 3 – 6 to construct our newly purchased bikes. If you are interested in helping out, please feel free to come along on Thursday morning to help the children with the construction! Pictured are some of the Year 3/4 students excited to receive the delivery of our new bikes!

National Ride or Walk to School Day

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:26 AEST

Friday 18^th May is National Walk or Ride to School Day. It is an annual event when all primary school children are encouraged to walk and commute safely to school. It is a community event seeking to promote road safety, health, public transport and the environment. Did you know? Children need a minimum of 60 minutes exercise per day. Encouraging less driving and more walking is a nice way to be a part of your community.

Family Fun BBQ and Thank you

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:26 AEST

The last Thursday of Term 1, students were invited for a sleepover at school which included a family fun BBQ evening. We were delighted to have 100% attendance at this event. Families had fun together sharing a soccer game on the oval, followed by a BBQ dinner provided by the School's P&C. Thank you to the Cobargo Working Dog Bakery for donating all the pizza rolls and bread for our camp breakfast and BBQ. The students enjoyed a delicious breakfast. We are very thankful for your donation of over $200 worth of food.

ANZAC DAY March at Cobargo

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:25 AEST

Students have been busy learning the songs they will be singing at Cobargo's Anzac Day Service on Wednesday 25^th April. The organisers and the school are encouraging as many students as possible to attend. We will meet at the School of Arts Hall at 10:15 to assemble for the march - students must be wearing full school uniform. March starts 10:30am.

CPS Cross Country

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:25 AEST

Cross Country will be held this Wednesday at the Cobargo Showground. This is a compulsory activity for students 8 years and over. Students 7 years and under will remain at school for class as normal. Please remember to return signed permission notes before Wednesday. We look forward to seeing as many parents, grandparents and community members at the showground to cheer on our cross country runners. Thank you again to Benny's Buses for their generous offer to transport students free of charge, to and from the Showground on this day.

Drama with Aurelia

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:25 AEST

We are very lucky at Cobargo Public School to have Artist in Residence, Aurelia, visiting our school to host some drama workshops. Aurelia has come all the way from France to spend some time at Cobargo sharing her artistic skills with the community. She will work with all students in our school during the last few weeks of term. The students are really enjoying learning some drama skills.

Easter Hat Parade

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:25 AEST

Thank you to everyone who came along on Thursday to see our Easter Hat Parade! All students have been hard at work in their peer support groups creating their hats. The school leaders helped the younger students to complete their constructions. The final products looked amazing! It was lovely to see so many parents and our pre-school students coming along to celebrate with us. Thank you to the P&C for providing a chocolate treat for everyone to take home.

Tathra Bushfire Appeal

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:29 AEST

In response to the devastating bushfires in Tathra last week, the students decided to hold some fundraising activities to support the Tathra community and those who have lost their homes. It was great to see so many students in Mufti on Friday and the jellybean competition was a huge hit! Thanks to the generosity of our school community, we raised over $200 in total. This is a great effort for a small school! Thank you to everyone who donated. The community of Tathra will be very grateful. If you would like to offer further support to the Tathra community, you may wish to donate to the official Mayoral Appeal Fund which can be accessed at: https://begavalley.nsw.gov.au/cp_themes/default/page.asp?p=DOC-EXJ-60-54-35

Easter Hat Parade

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:25 AEST

Students have been busy in Peer Support Groups making Easter Hats for our Easter Hat Parade, to be held this Thursday, 9:30 at school. This year the school P&C will be giving every child an Easter egg which will be given out at the end of the day. We also have the Cobargo Pre-school coming along to visit and watch the parade. A very big thank you to Barry Benny who has kindly offered to transport the pre-school children to and from the school. So please, come along and support the children as they parade their very own Easter Hats.

2018 National Anti-Bullying Day

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:24 AEST

Last week all classes had a focused approach to the Anti-Bullying message in our school. All classes have revisited the message that Senior Constable Clark, the Police Liaison Officer mentioned when she visited us a few weeks ago. The Creep Quiz website was used by students in Years 3 – 6 to gain a deeper understanding of what dangers can lurk online. It is a great website that generates a lot of interesting discussion points. You can access The Creep Quiz at www.creepquiz.eq.edu.au

Students in K / 1 / 2 played the CyberSmart Quiz to detect unsafe or potentially dangerous activities online. Again, this is a fantastic tool to open up discussion about online safety with your child. You can access the CyberSmart Quiz at https://www.esafety.gov.au/kids-quiz/

School Fees

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:27 AEST

Our voluntary fees for 2018 have been set at $60 per child. This money helps with the cost of classroom resources, for example; the craft supplies which will be used in Peer Support Groups for the children to make their own Easter Hats for the Easter Hat Parade. Payments can be made in cash or cheque (to the front office) and online via the Cobargo Public School Website. The payment page is accessed from the front page of the schools website by selecting $ Make a payment tab or by following the link below. https://quickweb.westpac.com.au/OnlinePaymentServlet

Regards, Gillian Park - Principal

Regional Representative

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:27 AEST

A special congratulations must go to our first CPS regional representative for 2018. Well done Milla! We wish you all the very best for your upcoming visit to Dapto for the Regional Swimming Carnival. You have done the school proud and your representation of the Far South Coast for the 8 Years Girls is a credit to you.

'Tell Them From Me' Survey

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:29 AEST

I am delighted that this term, our school, like many other public schools in the state, will participate in a Department of Education initiative: the Tell Them From Me student feedback survey. The survey measures factors that are known to affect academic achievement and other student outcomes. The focus of the NSW-wide survey is on student wellbeing, engagement and effective teaching practices.

More information about the survey is available at: http://surveys.cese.nsw.gov.au

The survey is a great opportunity for our students to provide us with valuable and quick feedback on what they think about school life, how engaged they are with school and the different ways that teachers interact with them. More than 6,300 schools in Australia and around the world have used Tell Them From Me to survey 5.4 million students. Capturing the voices of our students will help improve how we do things at our school.

Thank you - No Dig Gardens

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:30 AEST

Many thanks to Christa Rehwinkel of No Dig Gardens, Wandella, for generously donating 40 young native rosemary seedlings to our school. These native rosemary plants will be used to create a hedge in the garden next to the stairs leading up to the oval. You can contact Christa at http://www.nodiggardens.com.au

Cyber Safety

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:25 AEST

Last Thursday we had a visit from Senior Constable Clarke, who is the local Police Youth Liaison Officer in our region. She presented students in Years 3 - 6 information and advice about cyber safety when using technology, games and apps that are connected to the Internet. Some important tips that the students learnt from this session was to always have their social media profiles on private, turn off their location settings and to block anybody who they do not know from chatting to them online.

NRL Wellbeing Assembly

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:27 AEST

This week we had many guests from our community visit Cobargo Public School to present some positive wellbeing messages to the children. On Wednesday we had a visit from Damien Kennedy, the local NRL Development Officer who came and presented a message about respect and fair play to the whole school. The children learnt about how to manage their own mental wellbeing through regular exercise and choosing to eat a healthy diet as well as how important it is to show a respectful attitude when we are playing games and sports. We are proud to comment that our Cobargo Public School Key Values of Respect, Safety and Responsibility complemented the wellbeing topics that Damien presented to us.

National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:26 AEST

Friday 16th March is National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence. This will be the focus during our Peer Support Group Sessions over the next month and lessons in the classroom, with all students receiving a wristband and a take home advice card. Students from Years 3 – 6 will also be attending an assembly with information on Cyber Safety presented by NSW Police Liaison Officers.

For further information on Anti Bullying and Violence go to http://bullyingnoway.gov.au/nationalday

2018 Swimming Carnival

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:24 AEST

The ‘Superfish' took to the pool last Friday to enjoy the 2018 CPS swimming carnival. Students wore their house war paint with pride and a great day was had by all. The success of the day can be attributed to the excellent support of the parents and community- without your help the day would not have been possible. A big thanks must go to Sharyn, Mr Fowler, Miss Harding, our parent time keepers and to Jody Collins for their help on the day. Congratulations to the winners of the 2018 Golden Flipper- Stella and David Boyle.

Sports Captains 2018

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:29 AEST

Congratulations to our new Sporting House Leaders for 2018. Captain of Stennett Austen, Vice Captain for Stennett Izhaya. Captain of Staunton Brett and Vice Captain of Staunton Izzabella. Congratulations to you all, I'm sure you'll do us proud.

Thank you! Bunnings Warehouse Batemans Bay

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:30 AEST

Earlier this term, year 5/6 wrote letters to Bunnings Warehouse in Batemans Bay asking for some help to make our eating area a bit nicer. Bunnings responded and on Friday November 24 they came in to give us a hand creating some new garden spaces. (Go to the website gallery to view more pictures taken on this day.)

Kitchen Garden Expo

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:26 AEST

Students from the year 3/4 class recently held an expo inviting all community and family members. The students held stalls with seedlings and plants for sale, clay garden sculptures, original artworks and garden tours. Showcasing their efforts, achievements and knowledge gained throughout the year participating in the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program. It was a hugely successful day, very well supported by families, volunteers and community. A big thank you to our Kitchen Garden Volunteers Lena, Connie, Erin, Valerie and Robyn who have provided the year 3/4 students with fantastic opportunities throughout the year. All funds raised will go toward the SAKG program for 2018.

War on Waste

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:30 AEST

We have been learning about the impact of plastic bags on our environment. We brainstormed the pros and cons of plastic bags and discovered that there are a lot more negatives!

Did you know that Australian use around 3.76 BILLION plastic bags every year!? And it takes up to 1000 years for these bags to break down! We thought of ways to reduce our plastic bag use and have started to design the artwork for our own eco-friendly bag in hope to inspire others.

Science Week

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:28 AEST

Last week Year 3 / 4 travelled to the Bega Civic Centre to celebrate National Science Week. They visited two exhibitions, "The Atlas of Life in the Coastal Wilderness" and "Questacon - Science on the Move." All students thoroughly enjoyed the hands on and interactive displays of the exhibition. They were especially excited to see new technology in use such as a 3D printer that printed plastic toys as well as powerful microscopes that students used to examine marine creatures. The students also got to meet local representatives from local environmental organisations and gain new understandings about aspects of our local eco systems.

Does your child use the Snapchat or Snapkidz Apps?

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:28 AEST

The Office of the eSafety Commissioner has recently received several online complaints about compromised Snapchat accounts. The issues arose after the release of the new Snapchat 'Memories' feature, where users can preserve content in a secure archive on their phone. This includes a section called "My Eyes Only", a PIN protected area where explicit snaps can be stored. Please ensure your child sets strong passwords / PINs for all accounts, and never gives out confidential information (even to friends).

A reminder to all parents that the minimum age for using Snapchat is 13 years old. In compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, when Snapchat is downloaded, the app asks for the users date of birth. If your child enters their true date of birth, they are redirected to the kid version of Snapchat, called "SnapKidz".

For more information and for tips on how to prevent a compromised Snapchat or SnapKidz account, please refer to the eSafety website: https://www.esafety.gov.au/

Zone Athletics Carnival

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:31 AEST

Congratulations to all students who represented our school at the Zone Athletics Carnival in Bega last Friday. We had many children represent Cobargo in a variety of events, such as the 100m, 200m, 400, 800m, 1500m, long jump, high jump, shot put and discus. From all reports, all students enjoyed the day, competing against students from schools in our South Coast Learning Community. Thank you to all of the parents who came and helped care for and organise our students!!! We couldn't have done it without you.

SCLC Art Show

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:28 AEST

The Sapphire Coast Learning Community Art Show was held last week in Bega to highlight the creative talents and skills of our public school students. On exhibit this year was a range of artworks from students from K-12. The artworks have been created in line with the theme of EDUCATION WEEK 2017 "I Learn We learn". Well done to the students from our school whose artwork was selected for the exhibition.

Working with Children Check

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:31 AEST

A friendly reminder that all school volunteers must have a current Working with Children Check to participate in organised school programs. The WWCC is free for school-based volunteers and is valid for 5 years.

More information can be found online at http://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-working-children-check

Once you have gained your WWCC, please submit to the school office by the 26/4/17 (start of term 2).

SCLC CONCERT AT BEGA

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:28 AEST

SCLC CONCERT AT BEGA

Congratulations to all the children and teachers who were involved in this fantastic performance. Thank you to Kathy Summers who gave up so much of her free time to instruct the choir children and to Kathy Wilson, Linda and Michelle Grebert for making the dance costumes.

Thank you to all the parents who encouraged their children and transported them to the venue for rehearsals and the performance. What a great community we have!

Website

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:05:31 AEST

Welcome to Cobargo Public School's website, Please view our Display Board to view some of our students fantastic Artwork and Projects.