Cross Country

We were blessed with beautiful weather for our Cross Country event this year. Once again, Damien and his team at the Glen Innes Golf Club had the grounds looking immaculate and generously provided us with their facilities for the day. John Cameron and Sharon Jarvis conducted all the heavy lifting for us to make sure all the equipment was set up and ready for us to use. Mel from Floatin’ Around Coffee Van was vital in getting us through the day and the team at the Lions Van kept us continuously energised. Thank you to all of these people.

The sportsmanship and participation we witnessed by the students on this day made our whole school community so proud of them. Whether they were running, cheering or helping teachers, it was a sight to behold. Well done children!

We say it after every event, however I will say it again, we have the best parents at our school! We need your help to make these days a success and we are always grateful that you take time out of your busy days to help us. So thank you to; Belinda Stanton, Allana Price, Margot Davis, Tara Looker, Matt Falconer, Michael Van der Waal, Sue-Ellen Cooper, Kylie Neville, Krystle Nugent, Mark Barratt, Donna McAllister, Tahleia Gerlofsma, Nicole Watson, Alise McBain, Adriana Pietsch, Tess Lonergan, Joanne Wright, Molly Chard, Casey Chard, Gail Davis and Matt Pope. It was reassuring knowing our students were safe and cared for out on the course.

Thank you also to our amazing staff! Everyone chipped in and helped to make the day run smoothly and I am forever grateful for their support. So many behind the scenes tasks need to be done and I know I can always rely on our fabulous staff to step up to the plate. Cheryl Muldoon deserves a special mention. She regularly reaches out to me to let me know she is available to help as a volunteer. We appreciate all you do for us Cheryl! You're a true gem!

Results

Age Champions:

5 Yrs Girls - Ellie-May Prince

5 Yrs Boys - Baxter Gray

6 Yrs Girls - Halee Watson

6 Yrs Boys - Hugo Davis

7 Yrs Girls - Lucy Newberry

7 Yrs Boys - Leo Colley

8 Yrs Girls - Claire Pietsch

8 Yrs Boys - Strauss Dodds

9 Yrs Girls - Matilda Schalk

9 Yrs Boys - Alec Newberry

10 Yrs Girls - Charlotte Neville

10 Yrs Boys - Charlie Schalk

11 Yrs Girls - Sophia Nugent

11 Yrs Boys - Jimmy Chard

12 Yrs Girls - April Collins

12 Yrs Boys - Andy Watson

Records:

5 records were broken! Congratulations to the following students:

7 Yrs Girls - Lucy Newberry (5.03.38), previously held by Charlotte Neville (5.15.75)

9 Yrs Boys - Alec Newberry (9.56.71), previously held by Charlie Schalk (10.10)

10 Yrs Girls - Charlotte Neville (9.28.10), previously held by Sophia Nugent (10.14)

11 Yrs Girls - Sophia Nugent (13.56.78), previously held by Aila McBain (10.04)

11 Yrs Boys - Jimmy Chard (13.07.82), previously held by Bobby Chard (13.49)

Diocesan Cross Country - Barraba (Friday 17th May)

Next Friday is the annual Diocesan Cross Country in Barraba. We wish the following students who are competing all the best; Sam Barratt, Jimmy Chard, April Collins, Collie Cooper, Christabel Cusveller, Maggie Doust, Chase Gelhaar, Will Grimmond, Bridget Grob, Karter Jones, Hannah Lawler, Harley McPhillips, Kash McPhillips, Charlotte Neville, Alec Newberry, Lara Newberry, Phoebe Newberry, Sophia Nugent, Hallie Parish, Sam Pope, Matilda Schalk, Charlie Schalk, Harry Smith, Sam Stephens, Lucy Van der Waal, Ayla Watson, Ivy Watson and Andy Watson.

Touch Football Trials

On Wednesday the 10th April, Collie Cooper, Jimmy Chard, Sam Barratt, April Collins, Zoe McAllister and Rosemary Wright participated in the Armidale Diocesan Touch Football Trials in Tamworth. The boys had a tough day competing against some terrific touch footballers. The girls however, had a great day with all of them selected in the Diocesan team! Congratulations to April, Zoe and Rosemary! These girls will travel to Parkes next term to participate in the Polding trials. Good luck girls!

Polding Rugby League Trials

Last Friday, Sam Barratt participated in the Polding League Trials for the 11 years age group. It was a great day with plenty of talent showcased from all the different Diocese in the top half of NSW. Unfortunately, Sam was not selected in the Polding team however, he learnt a lot from the experience. Well done Sam!

Sport

This term we will have an athletics expert, Jay Stone, coaching our students in a variety of athletics skills in preparation for our Athletics Carnival. We look forward to having Jay at our school providing quality teaching of these skills.

Happy Mother’s Day to all our amazing mums this Sunday! Enjoy your day with your beautiful families.

Jackie Barratt

For your Diaries:

Friday 17th May - Diocesan Cross Country - Barraba
Wednesday 5th June - NSWCPS & NSWCCC Cross Country, Eastern Creek.
Friday 24th May, 31st May, 14th June, 21st June - Athletics coaching with Jay Stone.
Friday 14th June - Polding Touch Football Trials - Parkes (April, Zoe, Rosemary)
Wednesday 26th June - St Joseph’s Athletics Carnival (Wednesday 3rd July backup date)
Thursday 4th July - Toni Palmer Memorial Shield - Inverell (Stages 2 & 3 - League)

This is the website for the ADPSC Calendar.

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