Tamworth Public School

From the Principals Desk-

Tennis win for Tamworth Public School

The Tamworth Public Tennis Team took on Gunnedah South Public School on Monday in the North West Semi Final of the PSSA Tennis Knock Out. They played exceptionally well against a very strong Gunnedah South Team to win the competition by 1 game. The team now progress to the North West final. Thanks to Mr Martin for his efforts with the tennis squad.

Life Education

The Life Education Lessons wrap up next Tuesday at Tamworth Public School. Thank you to parents/carers for your support with this vital program that benefits all the students from Kindy to Year 6. Thank you to Cath Abberfield for all the organisation that takes place to make this happen. 

Attendance

If your child is absent for any reason please make sure you contact the school office or the class teacher via DoJo with the reason. We need to enter a valid leave code so as much information provided is appreciated.  

Donation of funds for Decodable Readers

The Department of Education has developed a new K-2 Curriculum being implemented commencing 2023. A large focus of the new K-2 Literacy Curriculum will be on enhancing phonological awareness which is an essential foundational skills for early literacy. This includes a greater use of quality decodable readers. Decodable readers allow students to practice their reading skills and letter- sound relationships. Tamworth Public School is in the process of purchasing some of these readers ready for 2023. Many thanks to the P&C for their generous donation of $10000 to help go towards these purchases.

National Walk Safely to School Day Friday 20th May

National walk safely to school day is on Friday 20th May. Now in its 23rd year, the annual campaign encourages all primary school children and their parents, to walk to school safely. Our SRC will be handing out freebies at the gates tomorrow morning and throughout the day classes will be participating in activities encouraging the safe walking to school by students. 

KEVIN SQUIRES

PRINCIPAL (Relieving)