School Calendar

The PCS Chess team will be playing Red Bend on Monday 1st May at 1:30pm to 3pm.

Homework Hub is held on Monday afternoons from 3:07pm to 4pm for students in Years 2 to Years 12. Please ensure prompt pick up at 4pm. If you have any question please contact;Infants/Primary: Mrs Harris via the school office or High School: Miss Oates via the school office (02) 6862 4164 Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ktr-nzij-mkm Or dial: (US) +1 719-695-9569 PIN: 718986054# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720

Rehearsals are from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Todays rehearsal is for Biggest Blame Fool---------------------------------Please note a few things from Miss Harris:Unless otherwise stated:rehearsals will be in the school hallrehearsals will conclude at 5.30pm unless otherwise notedMiss Harris and at least one other staff member will be presentStudents should bring:their script and a pencilwater and afternoon tea snackschange of clothes (for comfort in rehearsal)Parents:please collect Primary students from the Hallplease ensure that if there is a rehearsal that a student is unable to attend that you contact Miss Harris in advanceStudents who miss TWO rehearsals without good reason may not be allowed to…

On Wednesday 3 May the Year 3 and 4 students will enjoy a day trip to Quentin Park Alpaca Farm and Studios at Tomingley. They will be taken on a farm tour and feed the alpacas, do kite making and then complete a writing procedure on how to make kites.Itinerary9.15am depart PCS10.15am arrive at Quentin Park Alpaca Farm and Studios1.45pm complete final activities2.45pm arrive at PCSAdditional InformationStudents need to wear their sports uniform and bring a hat, recess, lunch and water bottle.

Rehearsals are from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Todays rehearsal is for Citizens of the Jungle; Biggest Blame Fool---------------------------------Please note a few things from Miss Harris:Unless otherwise stated:rehearsals will be in the school hallrehearsals will conclude at 5.30pm unless otherwise notedMiss Harris and at least one other staff member will be presentStudents should bring:their script and a pencilwater and afternoon tea snackschange of clothes (for comfort in rehearsal)Parents:please collect Primary students from the Hallplease ensure that if there is a rehearsal that a student is unable to attend that you contact Miss Harris in advanceStudents who miss TWO rehearsals without good reason may…

The Action Club Public Speaking Competition is being held on Wednesday 3rd May, 2023 at 6pm at the Masonic Hall Parkes. Congratulations to Chelsea Ray (Yr 3/4 division speaker) & Charlotte Ballantyne (Yr 5/6 division speaker) on being selected to speak at this competition.The competition will as last year:Speakers are expected to wear full school uniform.Speakers choose their own topic.Each Year 3/4 division speaker will be expected to speak for 3 minutes on any topic. A warningbell will be sounded at the 2 minute mark.Each Year 5/6 division speaker will be expected to speak for 4 minutes on any topic.…

Our annual school Athletics Carnival is being held next Thursday, 4 May, at Northparkes Oval. For the time ever, we have split our Primary and High School Carnivals - this is to allow us to run everything for each carnival on the one day, rather than struggling to fit both carnivals on a single day, and having to run some events at school. The carnival will be held from 8.30am until 2.45pm at Northparkes Oval. All students from K-6 must attend the carnival. The actual carnival will not begin until around 9.15am, after the buses drop students at the oval,…

Rehearsals are from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Todays rehearsal is for Schmitz and Cadets; Here on Who---------------------------------Please note a few things from Miss Harris:Unless otherwise stated:rehearsals will be in the school hallrehearsals will conclude at 5.30pm unless otherwise notedMiss Harris and at least one other staff member will be presentStudents should bring:their script and a pencilwater and afternoon tea snackschange of clothes (for comfort in rehearsal)Parents:please collect Primary students from the Hallplease ensure that if there is a rehearsal that a student is unable to attend that you contact Miss Harris in advanceStudents who miss TWO rehearsals without good reason may not…

Our annual school Athletics Carnival is being held next Friday, 5 May, at Northparkes Oval.For the time ever, we have split our Primary and High School Carnivals - this is to allow us to run everything for each carnival on the one day, rather than struggling to fit both carnivals on a single day, and having to run some events at school.The carnival will be held from 8.30am until 2.45pm at Northparkes Oval.All students from Year 7-12 must attend the carnival.The actual carnival will not begin until around 9.15am, after the buses drop students at the oval, however staff will…

Year 5 and 6 will attend that hockey gala day run by hockey NSW 9am onwards – children arrive at the hockey complex 9.30am – welcome group 9.45am – passing, receiving and dribbling skills 10.30am – morning tea 11.00am – Games Commence 1.45pm – finish up games and pack up 2pm – presentation and farewell at a designated area 2.15pm – conclude the day Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/hwv-wxvt-xzt Or dial: (US) +1 978-435-0425 PIN: 874406438# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720

Primary Assembly is on every Friday from 2:20pm until 3pm in the school hall.Parents and Friends are welcome to attend.This Friday our Primary Captains will be leading the assembly this week.

Homework Hub is held on Monday afternoons from 3:07pm to 4pm for students in Years 2 to Years 12. Please ensure prompt pick up at 4pm. If you have any question please contact;Infants/Primary: Mrs Harris via the school office or High School: Miss Oates via the school office (02) 6862 4164 Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ktr-nzij-mkm Or dial: (US) +1 719-695-9569 PIN: 718986054# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720

Rehearsals are from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Todays rehearsal is for Alone in the Universe; Bird Girls songs---------------------------------Please note a few things from Miss Harris:Unless otherwise stated:rehearsals will be in the school hallrehearsals will conclude at 5.30pm unless otherwise notedMiss Harris and at least one other staff member will be presentStudents should bring:their script and a pencilwater and afternoon tea snackschange of clothes (for comfort in rehearsal)Parents:please collect Primary students from the Hallplease ensure that if there is a rehearsal that a student is unable to attend that you contact Miss Harris in advanceStudents who miss TWO rehearsals without good reason may…

The PCS Touch Football Year 7/8 Team are competing in the Touch Gala Day in Orange. This is the same carnival that was postponed due to rain late in Term 1.Itinerary7.00am SHARP Depart PCS8.30am Arrive at Orange3.00pm Games finish4.30pm Arrive at PCS (watch Facebook for updates)Additional InformationStudents need to wear PCS sport uniform, singlets are supplied. PCS caps and hats only. A canteen is available on the day, however students will need water bottle, packed snacks and lunch as the draw is usually game on game off, so access to canteen may be limited.

Various students from Year 3 - 12 will be competing in a Soccer Gala Day in Parkes on Wednesday, 10 May.Students will need to find their own way to and from the fields here in Parkes. There is no cost for the day, however a canteen will be in operation.Itinerary8.30am - 9.00am Arrive at Harrison Park9.20am Games begin2.30pm Games finish3.00pm Students leave Harrison ParkAdditional InformationStudents need to wear PCS sport uniform, socks will be supplied, all players must have shin pads. A canteen will be in operation on the day. Any parents who would like to help on the day should contact Mr…

High School students will be participating in either PCYC / Soccer / League Tag during Sport for Term 2.

Training sessions for our netball team will be on every Wednesday from 3.30pm until 4.30pm at the school. We do realise that some of our team members are involved in "Seussical the Musical" rehearsals and therefore may not be able to attend some training days.  If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Mrs van Wyk. We are looking forward to seeing our team on Wednesdays 

Students in Years 3 to 6 will need to wear their sports uniform to school today as they will be participating in some Tennis lessons.Thursday Tennis plan: 11.30am  -12pm : Year 512pm -12.50pm : Year 6 1.30pm - 2.30pm : Year 3 & 4 

Year 9/10 Commerce students are learning how to run a business and building skills for the future. So they have created their own businesses which will run here at school on Thursday 11 May. There is no need to order, just bring money along on the day and line up to get something special.There are limited numbers at each stall but plenty of options of things so make sure you get in early!Students can purchase these at lunchtime!

Rehearsals are from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Todays rehearsal is for Havin' a Hunch; Wickershams songs---------------------------------Please note a few things from Miss Harris:Unless otherwise stated:rehearsals will be in the school hallrehearsals will conclude at 5.30pm unless otherwise notedMiss Harris and at least one other staff member will be presentStudents should bring:their script and a pencilwater and afternoon tea snackschange of clothes (for comfort in rehearsal)Parents:please collect Primary students from the Hallplease ensure that if there is a rehearsal that a student is unable to attend that you contact Miss Harris in advanceStudents who miss TWO rehearsals without good reason may not be…

Mums of Parkes Christian School Primary Students are invited to a Mothers Day Breakfast.   The breakfast is being held on Friday 12th May at 7:45am to 8:45am.

Primary Assembly is on every Friday from 2:20pm until 3pm in the school hall.Parents and Friends are welcome to attend.This Friday our Year 4 Class will be leading the assembly this week.

English Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 8 (9:00am - 10:50am)English Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 9/10 (11:10am - 12:50pm)All exams will run in the Hall unless specified and last for 1 hour 30 minutes. Please make sure you are on time, because the exams will begin without you if you are late.Students are allowed to bring pens (preferably black), pencils, rulers, erasers, mathematical equipment, calculator and a book to read if you finish early. Students can also bring a bottle of water.

Homework Hub is held on Monday afternoons from 3:07pm to 4pm for students in Years 2 to Years 12. Please ensure prompt pick up at 4pm. If you have any question please contact;Infants/Primary: Mrs Harris via the school office or High School: Miss Oates via the school office (02) 6862 4164 Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ktr-nzij-mkm Or dial: (US) +1 719-695-9569 PIN: 718986054# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720

Rehearsals are from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Todays rehearsal is for Page 31-40---------------------------------Please note a few things from Miss Harris:Unless otherwise stated:rehearsals will be in the school hallrehearsals will conclude at 5.30pm unless otherwise notedMiss Harris and at least one other staff member will be presentStudents should bring:their script and a pencilwater and afternoon tea snackschange of clothes (for comfort in rehearsal)Parents:please collect Primary students from the Hallplease ensure that if there is a rehearsal that a student is unable to attend that you contact Miss Harris in advanceStudents who miss TWO rehearsals without good reason may not be allowed to perform.As…

Mathematics Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 9/10 (9:00am - 10:50am)Science Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 7 (11:10am - 12:50pm)All exams will run in the Hall unless specified and last for 1 hour 30 minutes. Please make sure you are on time, because the exams will begin without you if you are late.Students are allowed to bring pens (preferably black), pencils, rulers, erasers, mathematical equipment, calculator and a book to read if you finish early. Students can also bring a bottle of water.

Science Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 8 (9:00am - 10:50am)History Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 9 (9:00am - 10:50am)Mathematics Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 7 (11:10am - 12:50pm)All exams will run in the Hall unless specified and last for 1 hour 30 minutes. Please make sure you are on time, because the exams will begin without you if you are late.Students are allowed to bring pens (preferably black), pencils, rulers, erasers, mathematical equipment, calculator and a book to read if you finish early. Students can also bring a bottle of water.

Training sessions for our netball team will be on every Wednesday from 3.30pm until 4.30pm at the school. We do realise that some of our team members are involved in "Seussical the Musical" rehearsals and therefore may not be able to attend some training days.  If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Mrs van Wyk. We are looking forward to seeing our team on Wednesdays 

Rehearsals are from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Todays rehearsal is for Act 1 Run Through!!!---------------------------------Please note a few things from Miss Harris:Unless otherwise stated:rehearsals will be in the school hallrehearsals will conclude at 5.30pm unless otherwise notedMiss Harris and at least one other staff member will be presentStudents should bring:their script and a pencilwater and afternoon tea snackschange of clothes (for comfort in rehearsal)Parents:please collect Primary students from the Hallplease ensure that if there is a rehearsal that a student is unable to attend that you contact Miss Harris in advanceStudents who miss TWO rehearsals without good reason may not be allowed…

Science Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 9/10 (9:00am - 10:50am)Mathematics Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 8 (11:10am - 12:50pm)All exams will run in the Hall unless specified and last for 1 hour 30 minutes. Please make sure you are on time, because the exams will begin without you if you are late.Students are allowed to bring pens (preferably black), pencils, rulers, erasers, mathematical equipment, calculator and a book to read if you finish early. Students can also bring a bottle of water.

Students in Years 3 to 6 will need to wear their sports uniform to school today as they will be participating in some Tennis lessons.Thursday Tennis plan: 11.30am  -12pm : Year 512pm -12.50pm : Year 6 1.30pm - 2.30pm : Year 3 & 4 

English Half-Yearly Exam - Yr 7 (9:00am - 10:50am)All exams will run in the Hall unless specified and last for 1 hour 30 minutes. Please make sure you are on time, because the exams will begin without you if you are late.Students are allowed to bring pens (preferably black), pencils, rulers, erasers, mathematical equipment, calculator and a book to read if you finish early. Students can also bring a bottle of water.

Primary Assembly is on every Friday from 2:20pm until 3pm in the school hall.Parents and Friends are welcome to attend.This Friday our Primary Vice-Captains will be leading the assembly this week.

Homework Hub is held on Monday afternoons from 3:07pm to 4pm for students in Years 2 to Years 12. Please ensure prompt pick up at 4pm. If you have any question please contact;Infants/Primary: Mrs Harris via the school office or High School: Miss Oates via the school office (02) 6862 4164 Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ktr-nzij-mkm Or dial: (US) +1 719-695-9569 PIN: 718986054# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720

Rehearsals are from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Todays rehearsal is for Circus McGurkus---------------------------------Please note a few things from Miss Harris:Unless otherwise stated:rehearsals will be in the school hallrehearsals will conclude at 5.30pm unless otherwise notedMiss Harris and at least one other staff member will be presentStudents should bring:their script and a pencilwater and afternoon tea snackschange of clothes (for comfort in rehearsal)Parents:please collect Primary students from the Hallplease ensure that if there is a rehearsal that a student is unable to attend that you contact Miss Harris in advanceStudents who miss TWO rehearsals without good reason may not be allowed to perform.As…

Students are competing in the Cochrane Cup in Forbes. This is an event run buy the NRL for Under 14s teams from across the state.Itinerary8.15am SHARP depart PCS9.00am Games begin2.00pm Games finish2.30pm Students arrive back at PCSAdditional InformationStudents need to wear PCS sport uniform. There is no canteen in operation, so students will need to bring their own food. Forbes students can be dropped off and picked up at Red Bend by their parents - please let Mr Hooper know if you are doing this.

CWA Public Speaking Competition will be held at Wiradjuri Study Centre. McDonnell Street, Condobolin on Tuesday 23th May 2023 Registration for Yrs 7-10 is at 8:30am with the competition starting at 9am sharp. Registration for Yrs 3-6 is at 10:30am with the competition starting at 11am Sharp.

Wednesday is our House Colours Day for Term 2. This term our sports challenge is Soccer.  The Eagles are the dominant sporting house this year, can the run continue? Or will the Sharks and Lions bring them down??? All will be revealed on Wednesday! Remember to wear your House Colours and have some fun!!!

On Wednesday 24th May, it is National Simultaneous Storytime. This means that all K-2 students will head to the school Library at 11am to read "The Speedy Sloth".

Training sessions for our netball team will be on every Wednesday from 3.30pm until 4.30pm at the school.  We do realise that some of our team members are involved in "Seussical the Musical" rehearsals and therefore may not be able to attend some training days.   If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Mrs van Wyk. We are looking forward to seeing our team on Wednesdays

Healthy Harold and the Life Education Van will drop by the school for four days!Year 1: 9.15am -10.50am program  Ready steady goYear 2: 11.15am -12.50pm program Safety RulesYear 5: 1.30pm - 3pm program On the CaseThe Life Education Van visits schools across the region to complement the Personal Development and Health curriculum. Students enjoy visiting Healthy Harold and engaging in hands-on learning activities. Students visit the van with their class teacher and receive a fun worksheet or sticker from their lesson.  If you have any questions about these events please contact the Primary Coordinator Mrs Harris - [email protected]

Students in Years 3 to 6 will need to wear their sports uniform to school today as they will be participating in some Tennis lessons.Thursday Tennis plan: 11.30am  -12pm : Year 512pm -12.50pm : Year 6 1.30pm - 2.30pm : Year 3 & 4 

Rehearsals are from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Todays rehearsal is for Horton Sits on the Egg, How Lucky Reprise, other songs with thesecharacters---------------------------------Please note a few things from Miss Harris:Unless otherwise stated:rehearsals will be in the school hallrehearsals will conclude at 5.30pm unless otherwise notedMiss Harris and at least one other staff member will be presentStudents should bring:their script and a pencilwater and afternoon tea snackschange of clothes (for comfort in rehearsal)Parents:please collect Primary students from the Hallplease ensure that if there is a rehearsal that a student is unable to attend that you contact Miss Harris in advanceStudents who miss TWO…

CSSA State Cross Country will be held on Friday the 26th of May. The event will be held at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre. Primary 7:30am -11:30am Secondary 11:30am  - 3:15pm The canteen will provide pre-ordered lunch packs for students. These lunch packs cannot be ordered on the day. The canteen will be selling hot chips, ice creams, lollies, etc. on the day. There will also be a number of coffee carts and hot food vans.  Lunch orders need to be paid in cash or eftpos at the school office before Friday the 26th of May. The order form was emailed out 26th…

Primary Assembly is on every Friday from 2:20pm until 3pm in the school hall.Parents and Friends are welcome to attend.This Friday our Captains will be leading the assembly this week.

Our annual School Photo Day is on Monday 29 May.Please remember to be in your full Winter uniform.Individual photo envelopes will be sent home on Thursday 18th May.Every student must present their envelopes to the photographer on photo day, please do not send in your child/rens envelope to the office or class teacher.If you require a family photo please collect the order form from the front office.If you have any questions regarding school photos, please email Mrs Westcott via [email protected]

Healthy Harold and the Life Education Van will drop by the school!Year 3: 11.15am -12.50pm program Friends & feelingsKinder: 1.30pm - 3pm program My Body Matters The Life Education Van visits schools across the region to complement the Personal Development and Health curriculum. Students enjoy visiting Healthy Harold and engaging in hands-on learning activities. Students visit the van with their class teacher and receive a fun worksheet or sticker from their lesson.  If you have any questions about these events please contact the Primary Coordinator Mrs Harris - [email protected]

Homework Hub is held on Monday afternoons from 3:07pm to 4pm for students in Years 2 to Years 12. Please ensure prompt pick up at 4pm. If you have any question please contact;Infants/Primary: Mrs Harris via the school office or High School: Miss Oates via the school office (02) 6862 4164 Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ktr-nzij-mkm Or dial: (US) +1 719-695-9569 PIN: 718986054# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720