Student of the Week 01/09/2023

Class	Student	Reason
PW	Sasha	For putting in a fantastic week’s work. You have mastered the countback strategy for subtraction and made the most of your Independent Reading time each morning. Keep up the great work!
12C	Bonnie	For working hard in all areas of your learning this week. When you have completed your work, you have been willing to help others which has been lovely to see. Keep up the great work, Bonnie!
23R	Liv Jemma Samuel Belly	For an amazing effort during the year 3-4 debate. The whole team worked together to think of some excellent arguments to support their topic. They spoke clearly and confidently and should be very proud of themselves, particularly as this is their first year of debating.
34W	Paige	You have a love of learning and enter the classroom with a willingness to do your best every day. Great week's work yet again Paige!
34S	Zoey	For an excellent all-round week Zoey – you have shown great focus in everything you have done! I really enjoyed the way you read Harry Potter to me, but my highpoint was your somersault onto the plate in Long-Base!
56H	Georgie Indy	For confidently performing the role of chairperson during our Debating Festival and particularly during the Year 5-6 Grand Final Debate. You spoke clearly, with appropriate volume, and followed all protocols to ensure a smooth and well-organized debate. Excellent work Georgie! For confidently performing the role of chairperson during our Debating Festival. You spoke clearly, with appropriate volume, and followed all protocols to ensure smooth and well-organized debates. Excellent work Indy!
56S	Sieanna	For producing a very interesting and informative “Draw it, Make it, Talk it, Write it”. This piece of work clearly described where an imaginary beam of strong light would take you! You also explained your thoughts and ideas clearly to the class. A fantastic effort!
Science	Elena	For excellent work for the topic of Reptiles, this student applied themselves fully and produced outstanding work. Congratulations to Elena.
Dance/ Health 2 awards	Brodie Elena	For his willingness to have a go and confidently perform by using a script to demonstrate fantastic expression with his voice and body. You showed great maturity and were able to complete the task in an appropriate and respectful manner. You have been a great listener during class and are making good choices with your learning. Keep up the great work! For her fantastic enthusiasm and big smile that she brings to dance each week. You are a wonderful listener who follows instructions beautifully, and I love how you always put in your best effort with all learning activities. Thank you for being such a polite and friendly member of your class group Elena. Well done!
Values  Rohan	Dayeisha	This week’s Values Award goes to a polite student, who is caring towards others, always tries her best, is a great listener and respectful of others in her class. This week’s Values Award goes to Dayeisha.

Maths Master of the Week 01/09/2023

Class	Student	Reason
PW	Lincoln	For showing resilience in maths and not giving up until you mastered the count back strategy for subtraction. Great Effort!
12C	Skye	For persisting with your learning and showing an understanding of subtraction. You have worked hard this week and should be proud of your efforts. Keep up the great work, Skye!
23R	Craig	For consistently trying hard to improve his maths. He stays focussed and is always keen to learn new concepts. Keep up the great work Craig!
34W	Phoenix	Well done on noticing patterns when undertaking times table fluency tasks. Top job, Phoenix!
34S	Madi	For absolutely smashing participation in all our maths sessions this week – you have shown great interest, and you are always ready to explore new ideas!
56H	Brody	For creating an excellent BIDMAS maze during our maths sessions this week.
56S	Bailey	While working on a maths concepts sheet, Bailey showed an excellent understanding of a range of maths concepts and processes as he accurately solved a variety of maths problems. A fantastic effort!

Student of the Week 08/09/2023

Class	Student	Reason
PW	Lincoln	For trying your personal best in every event at the Athletics Sports. You always listened to teacher instructions and showed great sportsmanship. Keep up the great work!
12C	Elijah	For showing persistence and having fun at the Athletic Sports. You encouraged others and kept trying your best all day! Well done Eli!
23R	Lane	For confidently settling in to his new school and 2/3R. Lane has quickly established friendships with his classmates and he is a responsible, enthusiastic learner. Welcome to N.P.S. Lane!
34W	Millie	Congratulations on having so much fun at our Athletic Sports yesterday. You participated in all events and enjoyed the company of your peers. Well done, Millie!
34S	Mackenzie	As usual, an excellent week full of focus, hard work and great leadership. Well done Mackenzie!
56H	Willow	For demonstrating excellent leadership skills, persistence and resilience during our Athletics Sports Day this week. You attempted every event and achieved your personal best in all of them. Great job!
56S	Kayden	For showing great skills and persistence during the 2023 NPS House Athletic Sports. You encouraged and supported your team mates and performed extremely well in all events. A fantastic effort!
Science	Olivia	For excellent work for the topic of sport science, this student applied themselves fully throughout a task that they initially found difficult and frustrating. She persevered through this and achieved excellent results. Congratulations Olivia.
Dance/ Health	Bonnie	For her wonderful participation in the Athletics Carnival yesterday. Throughout the day Bonnie was always encouraging towards others in her group by congratulating them and cheering them on. Well done Bonnie for always putting in your best effort and displaying great sportsmanship amongst your peers. You are a great leader!
Values  Rohan	Phoenix	This weeks values award goes to a caring, kind, hard working student, who always attempts to complete work to the best of his ability. He always follows the school values and is respectful to all staff and students. Congratulations to Phoenix!

Maths Master of the Week 08/09/2023

Class	Student	Reason
PW	Ashton	For staying focused on your math tasks and finishing them in the set time. Well done and keep up the good work.
12C	Nick	For persisting with your learning and working well during our maths lessons this week. Keep up the great work, Nick!
23R	Alayiah	For staying focussed and consistently giving her best effort during the on-demand assessment. Alayiah is always keen to show improvement in her maths. Keep up the great work!
34W	Justine	I really like the focus that you show in mini lessons, the way you can explain your learning clearly, and how you demonstrate your understanding!
34S	Jessie	Your speed and accuracy at completing Blitzmasters Addition and Subtraction Tasks is on the upward curve. Well done on using the number line at the bottom of the worksheets to assist you in your calculations. Superb effort Jessie!
56H	Zavier	For demonstrating excellent getting along skills during our Maths sessions this week.
56S	Grace	While working on a range of maths tasks, Grace showed an excellent understanding of maths concepts and processes as she accurately solved a variety of maths problems. Grace also clearly and appropriately evaluated her use of processes during these tasks. A fantastic effort!

Aussie of the Month-August

PW 

Ollie

 For being a great friend to all your classmates. You always follow our classroom rules and are willing to help all students both in the classroom and yard. Well done!

1/2C  

Liam

For consistently attending school and showing a positive attitude. Congratulations on working hard and displaying the school values. Keep up the great work!

2/3R  

Bonnie

Bonnie is very caring and kind to everyone. She works quietly and always tries hard with her work. Everyone likes working with Bonnie.

3/4W  

Emelia

You have shown kindness to others when they have felt upset or sad. Congratulations Emelia on displaying your strength of kindness!

3/4S

Alannah

Alannah, you are a VERY lively girl, and you have many great friends in the class. You try hard to show our School Values, and you are a very kind member of the class.

5/6 H  

Georgie

For helping your classmates with their work when they ask and being a respectful, caring member of our class. You consistently demonstrate excellent leadership skills and are a good role model for others.

5/6S  

Teanamay

Teanamay is a caring, respectful and considerate student. She listens and follows instructions. She is a diligent, organised and responsible student. During games and class activities, Teanamay always works cooperatively with others. She plays fairly, makes good choices and always shows the school values. She consistently produces high quality work.

Teanamay is a valuable member of our school community.

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