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25.01.2022 HAWKER SCHOLARSHIPS The 2021 C.A.S. Hawker Scholarships open on Monday 7th December and close on Friday 8th January 2021. C.A.S. Hawker Scholarships are one of the most generous privately funded scholarships available to undergraduate students in Australia. Each residential scholarship is valued at up to $60,000 over three years. The scholarships are available to all Australian students. The majority have been awarded to students entering their first year of university. Selec...tion is largely based on personal qualities and demonstrated leadership as well as academic ability. Undergraduate Hawker Scholars are able to attend a range of Australian educational institutions. The Charles Hawker Scholarship perpetuates the memory of scholar, soldier and pastoralist Charles Allan Seymour Hawker and commemorates the achievements of one of Australia’s most respected statesmen. C.A.S. Hawker Scholarships have been presented by Governors-General Ms Quentin Bryce AC and Major General Michael Jeffery AC, Australia’s Chief Scientist Professor Ian Chubb AC, South Australian Premier Hon Jay Weatherill MP, former Speaker of the House of Representatives Hon David Hawker AO, Australian of the Year Dr Richard Harris SC OAM and Director of the Australian War Memorial Dr. Brendan Nelson AO. For further information please go to the website www.hawkerscholarship.org for information about the scholarship and download an application form. The Secretary to the Trustees can be contacted on 08 8127 1654.

25.01.2022 CRAZY HAIR DAY!

23.01.2022 This maybe useful for anyone going to Uni or TAFE in 2021

23.01.2022 CREATIVE ARTS WITH YEAR 5/ 6 Year 5/6 have been using the Moorambilla Magic Modules. Recently they have learnt to draw Murray Cod and Turtles with Frank Wright a famous Walgett artist. They have sang along with Opera Singer Hannah Fraser (Mezzo Soprano) singer. And are learning the Charleston with Jacob Williams who has worked with Queensland Ballet and They Sydney Dance Company. They are enjoying these opportunities.

23.01.2022 YEAR 12 TRIBUTE VIDEO FROM TODAYS ASSEMBLY. Make sure you watch to the end for some special guest appearances. All the best Year 12.

22.01.2022 ANY SCHOOL LEAVERS TAKING UP A FULL TIME APPRENTICESHIP OR UNDERTAKING STUDIES AT TAFE IN 2021... THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS FOR YOU. Applications for the () are still open and available to students who are studying anything from metal fabrication to child care. Students studying full-time are eligible for up to $6,000 and $3,000 for part-time students. For more information and to apply visit https://fal.cn/3cS8b #RASNSW #RASF

21.01.2022 CULTURAL AFTERNOON Isaac and MJ entertained the crowd with their rendition of 'Wonder Wall' Enjoy!... https://youtu.be/5Tj5mr_zI5Q See more

21.01.2022 PACC @ GREENHAM PARK. 2pm-3pm Indigenous Adults only. From 3pm onwards the whole community is invited including kids. There will be activities plus a BBQ provided for all who attend.

19.01.2022 YEAR 5/6 ended their Circus unit with a wonderful performance. Enjoy!

19.01.2022 2021 LEADERSHIP SPEECHES. Congratulations to Macy, Akita and Steth on delivering their leadership speeches today. All speeches were of an outstanding quality.

19.01.2022 NAMING OF SWAMPY THE FROG. Today Year 3/ 4 were invited to the official naming ceremony of 'Swampy' the Frog in the main street. Jyziah from Year 3/ 4 had won the naming competition run by the Balranald Shire Council. Students then had the opportunity to work in the field looking at the quality of the water that Swampy's relatives live in.... Year 3/ 4 really enjoyed getting out in the field and getting their hands dirty.

19.01.2022 REMEMBRANCE DAY 2020. The Balranald Central School school community assembled today to pay our respects to the fallen. At the end of the ceremony students were asked to sign a pledge- the words of which are written below.... "I am young and I am worthy, I am brave and I am strong. I can truly make a difference; my path is up to me. This is my commitment- To be the best that I can be."

18.01.2022 CULTURAL AFTERNOON Lewis entertained the crowd this afternoon with his BeatBox skills. From the reaction of the audience - they enjoyed it. https://youtu.be/b1Kou_yFVw4

18.01.2022 CRAZY HAIR DAY.. Some of the fantastic hair creations from last Friday by students and staff.

17.01.2022 YEAR 5/6 IN THE KITCHEN. YEAR 5/6 cooked with an Italian theme today. They cooked Homemade fettuccine with bolognese sauce, homemade gnocchi with creamy pea and bacon sauce, folded pizza, risotto, chicken cacciatore and waffles with homemade ice cream and chocolate sauce. Thank you to Nella Pappa and Mim for their guidance and cooking skills today.... Great work Year 5/ 6!

17.01.2022 YEAR 3/ 4 today Zoomed with Ms Allsop who was their Prac Teacher during the first three weeks of this term.

17.01.2022 BCS 2020 PRESENTATION AWARD RECIPIENTS. Congratulations on a fantastic year.

17.01.2022 YEAR 12... can you make sure that you have returned your textbooks and computers. We need them for the current Y11s.YEAR 12... can you make sure that you have returned your textbooks and computers. We need them for the current Y11s.

16.01.2022 YEAR 12... 2020

15.01.2022 2021 LEADERSHIP SPEECHES Due to the current restrictions we are unable gather as a full school community, as a result parents were unable to attend today's assembly. We have finally been able to upload the video of the 2021 Leadership Speeches by Macy; Akita and Seth for the wider school community to appreciate. Special mention to our 2020 Primary Captains of Kadison and Rhiannon on their terrific job as MCs.... https://youtu.be/eRF-0_6DWBE

14.01.2022 UPDATE ON AUSSIE HERO QUILTS. In 2019 students in our Primary classes learnt to sew with Mrs Linnett. Each class completed a special quilt top. The 4 quilt tops were donated to Aussie Hero Quilts, a volunteer organisation that makes and donates quilts to Australian Defence Force personal. This week the quilt top created by 2019 Kindergarten has been completed and sent off to its recipient. It's the amazing quilt with the Australian flag and Aboriginal print borders that is t...he first quilt pictured in the blog. Great work Kids!!! Last term Mrs Linnett ran a sewing group during lunch breaks. Girls from year 1 completed a quilt that was dispatched to its recipient this week. It is the second quilt displayed in the blog link. Great job girls! http://aussieheroquilts.blogspot.com//weekly-dispatches-09

14.01.2022 YEAR 12..It’s ATAR Week Important dates for December ATAR release 9 am 18 December Change of preference deadline 11.59 pm 19 December... December 2 Offer round 7.30 am 23 December The video on the three dates are for students to watch and act if need be to, ensure you receive an offer based on your ATAR. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dljxZxis_E&feature=youtu.be #connectedthroughlearning

13.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2021 PRIMARY SCHOOL CAPTAINS. Today Jed Paton and Ellie Finch were announced as the 2021 Primary leaders. Together with Senior Captains Seth and Macy, Jed and Ellie will lead the school body. Congratulations Jed and Ellie.

13.01.2022 TOUCH FOOTBALL WITH 5/6 5/6 have been learning how to play touch football! I think they are doing a pretty good job! Check it out for yourself.

12.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE GRADUATING CLASS OF 2020. Last night the Class of 2020 held their long awaited graduation at Kylite. You all looked amazing.

12.01.2022 THE GIRLS in the ag plot are very busy producing quality eggs for sale. Please contact the front office or Mr White to place your orders. $4 per doz.

12.01.2022 THANK YOU to everyone who supported our recent Book Fair. The library raised over $1600 and was able to purchase some new books. Thank you and happy reading.

12.01.2022 5/ 6 IRON CHEF CHALLENGE. 5/6 competed in an Iron Chef Challenge on Friday. This competition was set up by our Prac Teacher Sam Bunt for his last day. Student cooked in pairs and 2 food groups were set up. One group had pasta, chicken, honey and coriander. The other group had pastry, beef, mince, potatoes and mint. ... The competition was strong and the 3 judges were very full! You may need to catch up with a 5/6 student to find out who won!

11.01.2022 A big week for our Year 12 Design and Technology class with the submission of their Major Works for marking. They have been spending all year designing and building project. In a year where there have been major challenges for this class, it was great to see them finally complete their works and their folios. These works form 60% of their Design and Technology HSC Examination mark. Great work Year 12!

11.01.2022 YEAR 12s final words during their informal assembly.

11.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS to our 2021 School Leaders. Congratulations to Macy and Seth who were announced as the 2021 school leaders. Both are looking forward to leading the school in Term 4 and into 2021.

10.01.2022 YEAR 12.. Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment Applications for the new Tertiary Access Payment are now open. The TAP is a new one-off $5,000 payment for school-leavers from outer regional and remote areas of Australia who relocate to attend tertiary study immediately after year 12.... For more information on how and where to apply for the TAP, visit https://www.dese.gov.au/tertiary-access-payment

09.01.2022 YEAR 12. .. not sure what to do in 2021? Check out these traineeships for 2021. The NSW Department of Education has announced a new two-year infrastructure traineeship that will provide Year 12 school leavers with immediate employment opportunities, giving them well rounded experience in the infrastructure sector. Applications for the two-year NSW Government program are now open, and more than 100 school leavers will be offered these traineeships in infrastructure-based offic...e roles commencing in February 2021. To apply, head to: https://education.nsw.gov.au//infrastructure-traineeships/ https://youtu.be/intnTEK7pmA

08.01.2022 WEEKS 5&6 SECONDARY ASSESSMENT PERIOD. During the next two weeks, Years 7 to 10 will undertake a series of exams and practical assessment tasks. It is important that students are present for these tasks as they form a significant component of their assessment for this semester. Below is the schedule for the next two weeks for each of the classes. Students received this information earlier in the week. All students are encouraged to prepare and do their best.

07.01.2022 Please support our fantastic P&C.

06.01.2022 YEAR 12 COMMUNITY SERVICE. As one of their last activities as the 'Graduating Class of 2020' the group decided to give back to the community and spend the morning picking up rubbish along the Sturt Highway. Great work Year 12, 2020!

06.01.2022 Teach and make a difference in a rural or remote community like Balranald. Find out more at: bit.ly/chooseRural. #teachNSW #chooserural #greatplacetowork #teachandmakeadifference

05.01.2022 Some photos of the Graduating Class of 2020 taken by Remi Jordan Photography.

05.01.2022 Year 12 and Staff Tik Toks.

04.01.2022 STAGE 5 PDHPE DANCE ASSESSMENT. Stage 5 completed their dance unit today with their final assessment. ** Check comments for footage.... Students were required to 'suit up' and 'frock up' for the task. The group went above and beyond putting their dance looks together. Don't they look amazing! Thanks to some Y12 girls for stepping in to make sure everyone had a partner. What a great way to end the unit and the term! 1..2.. Cha Cha Cha! Good job Stage 5.

03.01.2022 YEAR 12....Important dates about UAC offers.

02.01.2022 BCS CULTURAL AFTERNOON. Today BCS held a cultural afternoon where our Indigenous students and Uncle Brendan entertained and educated the BCS Community with culture and their talents. Thanks to Danelle; Kobe; Tamika for coordinating the afternoon and our students that performed - MJ, Isaac, Chance, Tyrone, Jack and Lewis who displayed their talents. Unfortunately due to the extreme heat some of the sporting activities had to be abandoned. Students did enjoy the cold drinks and... icy poles to help beat the heat this afternoon. Thank you to everyone involved. Enjoy the video showing some of the performances. This video features the talents of Chance on the Digeridoo and Tyrone and Jack on Clapsticks. Thanks also to our student dancers. https://youtu.be/NyCYFOvqDxY