Events

School events bring learning to life and help shape our school culture. They help students build confidence, connect with others and celebrate their progress. Events also give families a chance to be involved in school life and share in their child’s achievements.

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AECG Meeting

Date: Wednesday 18th March

Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Where: Bourke Public School

The NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. for Bourke will be having their meeting and everyone is welcome to join. Registration forms are available at every meeting and it's only a $2 annual fee to join.

AECG website

Harmony Day

Date: Thursday 19th March

Time: All Day

Where: Bourke Public School

We invite all students to dress in orange or wear cultural attire representing your heritage. Throughout the week, students will be engaging in projects based on various cultures from around the world. We encourage families and the community to join us on Thursday from 12:30 PM onwards for open classrooms, where you can come in, observe our hard work, and learn more about the diverse cultures we're exploring.

Don't forget to stay for the whole school community sausage sizzle lunch!

Ride to School Day

Date: Friday 20th March

Time: All Day

Where: Bourke Public School

Bourke Public School students are encouraged to ride, scoot or walk to school as part of Ride2School Day. It’s a fun and healthy way to start the day while promoting active travel and safe riding habits.

Students who bring their bikes or scooters will be able to store them safely in the bike shed during the school day. At the end of the day, we recommend parents collect their child or ensure arrangements are in place for how they will get home with their bike or scooter.

NAPLAN

Date: Wednesday 11th March - Monday 23rd March

Time: All Day

Where: Bourke Public School

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) tests the sorts of skills that are essential for every child to progress through school and life, such as reading, writing, spelling, grammar and numeracy.

It is important to remember that NAPLAN is not about passing or failing, but about assessing learning progress. Students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 will be participating nationwide.

NAPLAN website

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