All the things at all the schools

November 7, 2024

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O'Connell Public School

Jillaroo Visit

On Monday we were lucky to have current Jillaroo and O'Connell PS Alumna Jakiya Whitfeld visit us and chat with the students about her journey from primary school to elite sport. The kids had some great questions for her and showed great interest in her story. The key take-away was "no matter what you choose to do, keep at it and never give up."

O'Connell PS Staff & Students

Jakiya inspires the current students. Photos supplied

5/6 Robotics Workshops

Stage 3 are loving their robotics workshops hosted by Mr Head from Western Enrichment Learning Lab. So far, we’ve made and coded dancing robots, hopping robots and a combination safe. The engagement in learning and fun factor are both 10/10.

Mr Hardy | Stage 3 Teacher

See all 10 photos here (0:50). Photos supplied

Black Springs Public School

Pink Up Oberon

During week two this term our students supported Breast Cancer Awareness Month, raising funds for the McGrath Foundation through a school lolly guessing competition organised by Oberon Council. Lots of lollies to share.

Black Springs Public School staff.
A small school making a big difference.

All pinked up. Photo supplied

Hampton Public School

This week there's just some photos of school life.

Click to see all 18 photos (1:30). Photos supplied

Oberon High School

Billy Cart Derby

Last Friday was the completion of a unit where students worked in groups to design and build a Billy Cart which would be raced in a time trial event at the Oberon Common. Students also had to think about the presentation and theme for their cart as well as dressing up and performing as part of the competition. The Technology Mandatory classes in Yr 8 set up the race rules, track features of the event and managed the presentation on the day.

Overall Champions: 'PH Motorsports' were Jamie Bayliss, Lucas Holland, Indiana Williams and Kyle Odobasic.

Best Presented Award: 'Princesses' were Meg Kirby, Carly Fagg, Ella Perrin, Jai Stanley and Madison Gehrig-Fraser.

A great day was had by all and thanks to everyone who helped.

Also on the day saw Mr David Boyd attend his last Billy Cart Bash as he is hanging up his helmet and he received the Golden Billy Cart.

Mark Armstrong - Coordinator

Mr Boyd with his award. Photo supplied

Click to see the 23 photos from the day (1:55). Photos supplied

Italian Exchange

Elisa De Leonardis, our Year 10 exchange student from Gessate, Italy, has been visiting Oberon High School for five months. Back home, she attends school in Milan. Elisa finds Oberon similar to her hometown, as it has a close-knit, friendly feel. She's also enjoying Australia's unique landscape and wildlife, noting how "wild and free" everything feels here. Just this morning, she had a memorable experience hand-feeding a young joey named AJ and loves spotting kangaroos outside her bedroom window. Elisa will be missed when she returns to her home in a few weeks' time.

Heather Wiggins - Head Teacher Rlg

Elisa and AJ. Photo supplied

St Joseph's Catholic School

Kindergarten News

What an excellent year Kindergarten has had settling into big school, engaging with learning and making friendships! Their enthusiasm and adaptability to change has shone, particularly during their excursion to the Bathurst Train Museum and Fossil and Mineral Museum last term. The adventure included a trip to the Bathurst Rail Museum and the Fossil and Mineral museum before a fun-filled afternoon play at the Dinosaur Park, followed by a treat at Annie's Ice Cream. Last week, students enjoyed a visit from Healthy Harold, learning valuable lessons about kindness and caring for one another. We can't wait to see the amazing things they will accomplish as they prepare to embark on their journey into Year One!

A great day out in Bathurst. Photos supplied

Oberon Public School

Fitness Focus

5/6W and Stage 3 classes are getting fit and healthy this term. Each week they are attending the Oberon Leisure Centre, where they explore the gym equipment and participate in various exercises. The students have been learning about different types of workouts, testing their strength and endurance and challenging themselves in a new environment.

Cameron Wright l Classroom Teacher

Fitness!! Photos supplied

Fabulous Friday Attendance

Congratulations to our attendance raffle winner, Riley Shipley who came to school 95% of the time or more last fortnight, and it paid off. He received a meat tray from Oberon Farm Meats.

Kelly Sheppard l Attendance Team

You've got to be there to win. And to learn things. Photo supplied

Creativity and Critical Thinking

1/2B are enjoying reading the story of "Lion and Mouse", exploring the themes of kindness, friendship and courage. Students created an amazing artwork of the main character, each one unique and full of creativity. Students have also developed and practised skills and strategies to solve a variety of multiplication word problems.

Tamara Ballas l Classroom Teacher

See 16 photos here (1:20). Photos supplied

Dance Fever!

3/4S have been kicking up their heels with creative dance moves during PDHPE sport sessions. Dancing isn't just about fun - It's a fantastic way to promote physical activity. Our students busted out some fantastic moves, developing their coordination, balance and flexibility while producing safe dance techniques. While doing this they are learning the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle.

Kelly Sheppard l Classroom Teacher

Dancers. Photo supplied

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