Swimming Carnival

The Norfolk Island Central School Swimming Carnival, held on Wednesday, was an outstanding success. Fierce competition between Norfolk Island, Nepean and Phillip houses throughout the day made it an enjoyable carnival for all who attended. 

Despite some early concerns about the weather perfect conditions prevailed throughout the carnival.  Early in the day the lead swapped several times, but as the afternoon events wore on Norfolk House took the lead and were able to withstand strong challenges in the relays to again emerge as the victorious House. 

Congratulations to all the competitors on the day and, a big congratulations to all the Age Champions and members of Norfolk House. 

A big thanks to all the teachers and community members who acted as officials. Special mention must be made of Mr Brett Thompson, our PE teacher, who organised and coordinated the running of the carnival. 

Thanks also, to all the parents, community members and tourists who joined us as spectators.

Principal and Teachers

I would like to thank everyone in the community for the warm welcome that has been extended to Barbara and I since we arrived on the island. It has been a very easy transition to living here. 

Also arriving in 2009 are two new secondary teachers;

Ms Deb Johnston, a TAS teacher, who has come from

Lockhart Central School in the Riverina; and Mr Don Brian,

a Science Teacher, who has come from East Hills Girls

High School in Sydney.

Student Representative Council

On Monday 23 February the elected Student Representative Council (SRC) for 2009 were inducted into their roles.  The Honourable Vicky Jack presented the students with their badges which were pinned onto the SRC inductees by parents, brothers and sisters.  Chelsea Donohoe, as President of the SRC, led the students in the stating of the pledge.

Kindergarten 2009

A very special welcome went to our thirty one new Kindergarten students and their parents. The majority of the Kindy students were eager to begin their school days and Mr Solomon was happy to report that tears were kept to a minimum among the parents.

Youth Assembly

On Wednesday February 25 the Legislative Assembly chamber at Kingston was the venue for the first formal meeting of the 2009 Norfolk Island Youth Assembly. Youth Assembly members are interested in all things concerning our Community, but focus on matters that relate to the environment, young people and the processes of Government

Teddy Bear’s Picnic

On Thursday February 19 Kindergarten students, their teachers; Mrs Mackie and Ms Delaney: and a large number of parents enjoyed a Teddy Bear’s Picnic in the Library courtyard area.

Students had lunch with “special treats”; introduced their Teddies to the other students, and took part in games and a “bear hunt.” It was a most enjoyable picnic and all who attended had a great time.

Year Six Tour

On Wednesday 25 March Year 6 tour departed Norfolk on their two week Australian tour.  They are being accompanied by Ms Tierney and Mr Janssens and while in Australia they will visit Sydney, Canberra and Shellharbour.

Clean Up School Day

On Wednesday 18 March students from K-10 participated in the School Clean Up Day.  Organised by the SRC Green Team students picked up rubbish around the school and streets surrounding the school and enjoyed ice-creams afterwards as a reward for keeping our island clean and green.