Another round of PBL winners announced

THE Term 4 Week 4 and 5 winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed.

Week 4 winners:

Irrawang PS: Kacey has been nominated by her peers for her genuine love of life, learning and for the people around her. Kacey is a PBL representative, she leads by example and is an outstanding school citizen. She approaches every learning opportunity with enthusiasm and challenges herself to be better each day. Kasey offers kind and thoughtful support to her peers or adults, doing so with a positive attitude and a strong sense of responsibility.

Raymond Terrace PS: Asher was nominated by a venue staff member at an excursion event who noticed how he went out of his way to support students that were not as capable as he was. He organised their resources, helped them get started and then came back to see how they were going. At the end of the activity he came back and celebrated the kids’ success.

Grahamstown PS: Max is nominated for being a true ambassador for his school – a creative, dedicated, and community-minded individual who consistently leads by example. His ability to collaborate with peers, contribute artistically, and promote a positive message is a testament to his maturity, leadership, and passion for making a difference. Whether it’s on the stage, in the classroom, or on the field, he is always ready, willing, and able to represent his school with pride.

Irrawang HS: Laralye has shown exceptional commitment to her community by volunteering every Saturday in the canteen for her soccer club throughout the season. She further demonstrated dedication by assisting as a canteen volunteer and duty officer across both days of the Grand Final weekend.

Hunter River HS: Julia was nominated for her outstanding support as a reader for the HSC English Studies exam. She demonstrated responsibility, patience, and professionalism, supporting her peers to achieve their best.

Salt Ash PS: Nate consistently demonstrates what it means to be a positive, respectful and safe learner on the school playground. Every day he can be found encouraging others to join in a game of soccer, showing excellent sportsmanship, fairness and kindness. Nate’s positive attitude and commitment to PBL values make him a wonderful role model for all students at Salt Ash Public School.

Medowie PS: Reece is a kind and thoughtful student. Every afternoon he ensures the technology in his classroom is locked away and put on charge. He also is willing to give up his own time which he has recently demonstrated by helping a staff member complete a Year 6 powerpoint presentation during his lunch time.

Seaham PS: Ruby is nominated for her outstanding achievement and sportsmanship at the recent NSW Athletics championship in Sydney. Ruby placed 4th in the 100m final and will attend the National Championship in Canberra next month. At the start of the race Ruby was seen clapping and encouraging all other competitors as they were announced.

Karuah PS: Kole is nominated for demonstrating a genuine love of learning and consistently showing dedication toward doing his best in all tasks. He is always ready to lend a helping hand, and treats all staff, students and community members with kindness and respect. Kole’s positive attitude and commitment make him a valued member of the school community.

Week 5 winners:

Irrawang PS: Braith has been nominated for being a polite and respectful student at swim school. He consistently shows kindness and gives encouragement towards his peers while being respectful to adults and the property of others.

Raymond Terrace PS: Arlo is nominated for giving back to his school community. Arlo often helps out around the school gardens and recently gave up his Saturday to move mountains of soil and mulch as he helped revamp the school’s main gardens including the Lone Pine Memorial garden.

Grahamstown PS: Harry is nominated for being an Outstanding Sports Leader in recognition of his exceptional leadership, initiative, and dedication during the K–2 Athletics Carnival.Throughout the entire event, Harry embodied his school’s PBL values of safety, respect, and personal best in every aspect of the role.

Irrawang HS: Anthony was nominated for his positive participation in rehearsals and contribution to the Drum Corps team prior and during the recent CAPA Tour.

Hunter River HS: Monica is always willing to assist and consistently offers her help where needed. She provided valuable support as a reader and writer during the Trial and Preliminary HSC exams and also supported the Wellbeing Faculty in designing the HPGE Transition Day.

Salt Ash PS: Iylah-Rose has been nominated for her kindness and thoughtfulness in helping her friends during morning drop-off. She is always positive, caring, and considerate of others, and makes a wonderful effort to include everyone in games and activities.

Medowie PS: Mackenzie upholds the school’s expectations on a daily basis. She is very responsible which has been recently demonstrated by her helping out at breakfast club whenever she can.

Seaham PS: Bridie is an exceptional school citizen who always upholds PBL values of being a respectful, responsible learner. Bridie is an outstanding support to other students in the classroom, particularly those that need additional support. She can always be seen helping other students with their work or an issue in the playground.

Karuah PS: Jackson was nominated for helping another student cross the road at the crossing. After safely guiding the student across the road, Jackson then waved and thanked the drivers for stopping and waiting.