Mathoura Public School in Mathoura, New South Wales | Primary School

Mathoura Public School

Locality: Mathoura, New South Wales

Phone: +61 3 5884 3314

Address: 20 Frome Street 2710 Mathoura, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.mathoura-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

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25.01.2022 The perfect way to end a busy school day - mindful meditation in K/1/2 led by Mrs Mac. We want our children to be healthy and happy , not just now but for the rest of their lives. And teaching them about meditation early can help them do just that! Mindful meditation has many benefits: - It gives kids the habit of focusing on the present moment and ignoring distractions. - It teaches them to stay calm in the face of lifes stressful times.... - It creates good habits for the future. When faced with lifes challenges, they know they can find peace by taking a few moments to meditate. - It promotes happiness by lowering social anxiety and stress. - It promotes patience. - It can improve executive functions in their brain like cognitive control, working memory, cognitive flexibility and better grades. - It can improve attentiveness and impulse control. See more

24.01.2022 Do You Want To Build A Snowman Its been freezing outside, and its Frozen in the K/1/2 classroom! Check out this fabulous display created by Mr Edgar and students in K/1/2, featuring water colour paintings and snowman art pieces inspired by French artist, Georges Seurat.

24.01.2022 BEE yourself, everyone else is taken! - A friendly reminder from K/1/2.

23.01.2022 Today, staff shared a morning tea in recognition and celebration of the amazing support staff we have at Mathoura Public School. SASS Recognition Week is a wonderful time to shine a light on the fantastic work that our support staff do within our school. Please join us in thanking Allison, Julie, Clare, Jayde, Marnie, Molly and Priscilla.

23.01.2022 W E L C O M E to Term 3 Woohoo! School is back! I think its fair to say these four mates were VERY excited to be back at school today - playing and learning with all their peers. We all look forward to another wonderful term at Mathoura Public School.

21.01.2022 The Mathoura P and C would like to thank the Fisher Family (Mathoura Mandarins) for their generous donation . Thank you also to the families who supported our recent fundraiser.

21.01.2022 Please find below the link to the Departments Face to Face Learning Guidelines. If you have any concerns or questions, please dont hesitate to call or email the school. We look forward to seeing all of our students return on Monday https://education.nsw.gov.au//Face_to_Face_Learning_Guidel

21.01.2022 Ive heard some great reviews about the quality of the ABC shows. Check out the guide below and see if there are any programs that are of interest to your child.

21.01.2022 Dear Families, I would like to start with a huge thank you to our amazing community for the support you have shown us as we started transitioning students back to school one day per week. As we enter Week 4, we continue to remain in Phase 1. We are looking forward to seeing our students attend for another day of face-to-face learning on their allocated day. Students will continue to learn from home on the other days, where possible. ... Thank you again for you ongoing support and understanding in these challenging times. As always, if you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to call or email the school. Regards, Janice Eddy

20.01.2022 Our Cross Country Event has been postponed to next Friday (Aug 14th) due to the rain forecasted for this Friday.Our Cross Country Event has been postponed to next Friday (Aug 14th) due to the rain forecasted for this Friday.

20.01.2022 Congratulations to all of our Year 5 and 6 students who presented their persuasive speeches on their chosen topic this morning. We are extremely proud of each and every one of you

20.01.2022 THANK YOU Mathoura Public School P & C wish to acknowledge and thank Mathoura Mandarins for their support of our recent fundraiser - donating 31 bags of delicious fruit ordered by MPS families. It has been lovely to see student lunchboxes full of these juicy snacks! Thank you to all families who placed an order. We appreciate your ongoing support of our fundraising efforts. Enjoy your fruit!

17.01.2022 It was a wonderful week and the highlight certainly was seeing our students return for their one day of face-to-face learning. We loved seeing all of their beautiful smiling faces and enjoyed watching them chatting with their friends, many of whom hadnt seen each other for over six weeks. As we enter Week 4, we continue to remain in Phase 1. Students are asked to attend on their allocated day and learn from home on the other days, where possible. If you have any questions, please dont hesitate to call or email the school. As always, thank you for your continued support. We hope you all have a lovely weekend and get to enjoy this beautiful weather .

16.01.2022 At MPS Playtime is a key part of the school day! Play helps children develop language and reasoning skills, encourages autonomous thinking and problem solving as well as helping to improve their ability to focus and control their behaviour. Play aids children to learn discovery and develop verbal and manipulative skills, judgment and reasoning and creativity. Play experiences also teach children about consequences and risk, which helps them in decision making as they grow up!

16.01.2022 Its so nice having all of our students back at school. Here are some of the beautiful, happy faces that we get to see everyday!

15.01.2022 To the worlds greatest fathers, from the worlds greatest kids - have a great fathers day! We love the amazing frames hand-crafted by each student for the special men in their lives - enjoy your gift Dads!

14.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 2020 has been celebrated in many ways at MPS. Focused learning and activities aimed to promote knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples was enjoyed by all classes. Students watched a virtual smoking ceremony conducted by local Aboriginal man, Uncle Rick Ronnan, participated in discussions around this year's theme #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe, and each class created a collaborative artwork. *Image credit: miimiandjiinda

14.01.2022 Leaves, leaves and more leaves , and plenty of smiles!

14.01.2022 Reconciliation Week 2020 Last week, students participated in a range of learning tasks, art, and activities in recognition of 2020 Reconciliation Week. This years theme In This Together reinforces that we all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation. Below, students proudly share their work:

14.01.2022 Congratulations to our wonderful Student Welllbeing Support Officer, Priscilla who was today awarded with the Deniliquin Network Directors Award. Priscilla is an asset to the Mathoura Public School community, providing valuable support and creating an atmosphere where staff, students and families feel that they are valued and cared for at our school every day. In her role, Priscilla assists students make positive choices, develop their social skills and to develop resilience and strategies to overcome any barriers to learning, perfectly encompassing this years theme Learning Together.

14.01.2022 "Learn as much as you can about the culture and participate." - Aunty Deanna. Each year, NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who are part of some of the oldest continuing cultures on the planet. #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #NAIDOC2020 *Posted by the NSW Department of Education*

13.01.2022 I know we have some amazing photographers in our school If you would like to go in this photography competition, please refer to the flier below for details

13.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day to all of our amazing mums, nans and grans. We hope our students spoil you all today!

12.01.2022 All students spent time yesterday reflecting on the significance of Remembrance Day and the importance of respecting and observing these important dates in Australia's history. K/1/2 created this stunning display as part of their learning, black and white photographs of each student's hands with a poppy in the centre - a symbol of remembrance.

12.01.2022 CROSS COUNTRY Congratulations to all of our runners in todays Cross Country event. Students represented themselves and our school beautifully, displaying impressive athleticism and sportsmanship!

12.01.2022 We are extremely proud of all of our students and would like to thank them for their outstanding efforts throughout Term 2. We look forward to a brilliant Term 3 with our students returning on Tuesday July 21st. Until then, we hope everyone has a relaxing holiday break.

11.01.2022 Thank you to all of our mums, nans, grans and aunts who were able to join in our Mother's Day Celebrations this afternoon. We loved being able to share the afternoon with you all! Special thanks to the Moama Bakery for donating 100 cupcakes for our 'Master Chef Cup Cake Decorating Activity' and to Forever Fresh Echuca for a donating a delicious fruit platter. A huge thank you to Miss Barrett for baking lots of sausage rolls and to Mrs Park and Mrs McCartney for cooking delici...ous soups. Thank you to the talented florist, Amie Dick, for making herself available this afternoon so that each child could make a special posy of flowers to gift mum, nan or gran. Thank you to Clare, Jayde, Julie, Priscilla, Marnie, Rach, Jordan, Rachael and Rene for everything that you did today! And a huge THANK YOU to all of our students, for always being such amazing superstars! See more

11.01.2022 Our Years 3-6 robotic sessions concluded today with the most fun and engaging lesson to-date. The energy and concentration levels were high as our budding engineers took on their most complex tasks yet. It has been such a pleasure to watch students learn and thrive in this hands-on environment. We thank Miss Kempton for sharing her expertise and love of technology and robotics.

10.01.2022 Where would you rather be? We love seeing our students having fun at school! #lovewhereyoulearn

10.01.2022 FriYAY! What is the typical Aussie way to cool off on a sweltering hot day? running under the sprinklers of course! All classes spent time on the oval today cooling off under the sprinkler, having fun and making memories. #35degrees #AustralianSpring #Hot #StayCool

10.01.2022 Lunchtime, Fun Time!

09.01.2022 Lest We Forget Each year on this day Australians observe one minute’s silence at 11am, in memory of those who died or suffered in all wars and armed conflicts. Today at Mathoura Public School, all students will observe this tradition. Students will also complete learning focused on the significance of this date in Australia’s history.... Our School Captains, Julie and Jesse will lay a handmade wreath at the Mathoura Remembrance Day service. This wreath was hand-crafted by Year 6 students Shaleah and Dalton. Members of our School Choir, Luke, Lucy, Aiden, Remi and Julie will perform the song ‘Last Anzac’ at the service.

09.01.2022 How do we learn about Physics, Energy and Newtons laws of motion at MPS? Turn a pile of recyclables into a toy car - and watch it go! In this STEM activity students used recycled materials to build a toy car, propelled by a balloon. Working in pairs, students designed and created the cars experimenting with how to best use thrust force to increase the speed of their model car. The aim to create the fastest car of course! Well done 5/6 youre engineering skills were very impressive.

09.01.2022 We want to hear from all NSW parents about their before and after school care needs in light of COVID-19. Complete this form to help us improve access to services for public school students: https://bit.ly/32JNpsZ *Posted by the NSW Department of Education*

09.01.2022 MOTHERS DAY Today we celebrate all the amazing women in our lives. We hope your day is filled with homemade treats, relaxation and quality time with your loved ones. Enjoy your special day! Pancake recipe (for breakfast in bed, hint hint) In a bowl, whisk 1 cup of SR flour and 1 tbs of sugar. Beat in 1 egg and then 3/4 cup of milk a little at a time until batter is smooth and lump-free.... (With adult supervision) In a hot pan or flat grill over medium heat, brush butter over cooking surface and pour 1/4 cup measures for each pancake. When large bubbles form on the surface, flip the pancake over and cook until lightly golden on the other side. See more

09.01.2022 Some of our special crafts that the students made for their mums, nans and grans for Mother’s Day. We hope everyone enjoyed their gifts created by their child for Mother’s Day.

09.01.2022 WELCOME BACK Today we welcomed back all of our amazing little learners to school full time. The last two months of learning have certainly been an interesting experience for all at MPS. While this experience has at times been challenging, it has also been an opportunity for many in our school community to demonstrate collaboration, commitment, and perseverance. I would like to thank the entire school community for supporting and adapting to the necessary changes, and ac...tively encouraging and assisting students throughout the home learning experience. Students and families are commended for displaying patience, flexibility and dedication. We are very proud of our students for completing so many impressive learning tasks at home, and for upholding our three PBL values by being respectful, responsible and resilient. Thank you also to the wonderful staff of our school for the extraordinary job you did creating engaging work for our students. The amount of work undertaken behind-the-scenes was certainly admirable developing educational booklets, undertaking professional learning relating to the new learning platforms and new modes of communication with students and colleagues. You are all extremely valued and appreciated. Janice Eddy Principal

09.01.2022 SPORTING SCHOOLS - CRICKET Our school has been fortunate to have John Arthur run a cricket clinic each Monday for the past 3 weeks. All classes participated in these sessions. The clinic concentrated on practical cricket activities that focused on fun, fitness and friends with the aim of increasing student's confidence and competence. Lots of fun was had, and important physical development made!

09.01.2022 The staff of Mathoura Public School are looking forward to welcoming back all students on Monday 25th May The staff of Mathoura Public School are looking forward to welcoming back all students on Monday 25th May

08.01.2022 Today is National Primary Principals Day. A day to celebrate our school leaders and what a leader we have here at MPS! It is with pleasure that the Mathoura Public School community acknowledge and thank our Prinicpal, Janice Eddy for her passionate commitment to our school. #ThankYouMrsEddy #PrimaryPrincipalsDay

07.01.2022 BACK TO SCHOOL INFORMATION As students return to full time learning at school this coming Monday, we felt it was important to communicate to families what learning at MPS will entail for the remainder of Term 2. Students will attend school Monday Friday during normal school hours Student have resumed learning in their normal classroom with their class teacher... Students have returned to their normal learning schedule/timetable - however extra-curricular classes are postponed Students are reminded to bring back all school supplies - work books, home readers, pencil case etc Students are required to bring a water bottle to school daily Drop off and pick up times remain the same. Parents are asked to remain in their vehicle where possible Students must not attend school if they are unwell Students who become unwell at school will be sent home The Breakfast Program and Hot Lunch Fridays will remain unavailable until further notice No Whole School Assemblies will be held No excursions, incursions, or inter-school activities will be scheduled No non-essential visitors are allowed on site Enhanced cleaning will take place throughout the entire school day Physical distancing measures are not required for students within the school setting Thank you in advance for helping to keep us all safe and ensure that this transition back to full time on-site learning is a smooth one.

07.01.2022 We may all be different fish, but in this school we swim together. - The Rainbow Fish

05.01.2022 3/4 students completed their artworks that were inspired by French artist, Georges Seurat. He is famous for the paintings he created using small dots or dabs of colour. This type of art is called pointillism. Well done 3/4 for creating such impressive pieces of art!

05.01.2022 This morning, the Premier announced that students will be returning to full time face-to-face learning as of next Monday, 25th May. Further details relating to Mathoura Public School will be included in todays school newsletter. Any new information received from NSW Department of Education will be communicated to families in a timely manner.

05.01.2022 The local preschool currently has some vacancies for both 3 and 4 year old preschool. Please pass this on to anyone that may be interested.

05.01.2022 Football is never far from the minds of these two football stars. We are very proud of our students efforts on the football field with many boys and girls representing MPS and local football clubs. These new blue and red post protectors will ensure our players can practice and play the game they love safely! #BlueAndRed #TimbercutterPride

05.01.2022 Heres a guide to managing the return to school from May 11. Find more information here: https://education.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/advice-for-families *Posted by the NSW Department of Education*

04.01.2022 We are extremely proud of the students who represented our school at the local Remembrance Day Service today. What a privilege it was to be invited and take part in this significant event. The captains laid a wreath, the choir sung ‘The Last Anzac’ and two students were given the honour of raising the flags. Thank you to the Mathoura RSL Sub Branch for allowing us to be part of the service today.

04.01.2022 Practice makes perfect! Our Mathoura Public School debating teams have been sharpening their rhetorical skill in preparation for their first debates of 2020 due to take place over the next two weeks. MPS will tackle thought-provoking topics in a war of words and wit against Deniliquin South Public School and Deniliquin North Public School. We thank Miss Roberts for her hard work in preparing students, and wish our teams all the very best in the first round of the Premiers Debating Challenge!

04.01.2022 The new NSW school curriculum will build strong foundations in numeracy and literacy, give teachers more time on essential learning, and better prepare students for future work and study. Find out more: https://bit.ly/30agpXV *Posted by the NSW Department of Education*

03.01.2022 R U OK Day is a great time to check in with your child. Are they ok? Everyone feels sad, angry or upset sometimes, including children. But if a child feels like this most of the time, its a sign they may need help. Other signs include difficulty coping, getting on with others or staying interested in activities. About 1 in 7 children and adolescents aged 4 -17 have recently experienced a mental disorder in Australia. As a parent or concerned adult, there are some simple ste...ps you can take to support a childs mental health - taking an active interest in the child, encouraging them to talk about whats happening in their life, being aware of changes in their behaviour, and seeking professional support when needed. We encourage families to have this important conversation with their children today, and regularly throughout their childhood. See more

03.01.2022 K/1/2 students have been extremely busy learning about many different animals and their habitats this term. At 3pm today, 17 cute little sharks were seen departing the school grounds

01.01.2022 Term 3 Update Staff will return to school on Monday 20th July and students will commence on Tuesday 21st July. Any student or member of staff who has travelled in Victoria beyond the 50km border bubble, is required to self-isolate for a period of 14 days after returning to NSW and is not able to attend school. Could you please email the school if this applies to your child / children. ... We are looking forward to another wonderful term of learning at MPS and seeing our students return on Tuesday 21st July.