This week’s Positive Behaviour for Learning award winners

THE latest winners of the Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed.

Irrawang PS: Claire has been nominated for her willingness to assist others at school and in the community. She goes out of her way to support children with diverse learning needs, helping them to regulate their emotions so they are ready to learn.

Raymond Terrace PS: Jackson is nominated for the respect and consideration he shows younger students. He always remains calm and acts with responsibility when supporting younger students no matter the situation. He specifically leads by example encouraging safety while on the school bus.

Grahamstown PS: Bohdi was nominated for his outstanding role as a supportive big buddy to new kindergarten students. Bohdi has truly embraced his role as a big buddy, ensuring that each kindergarten student feels supported and cared for as they transition into our school community. His attentiveness and vigilance allow him to quickly identify when a kinder student may need assistance, whether it’s during playtime or in the classroom. Bohdi is always ready to step in, offering a comforting presence and helping to ease any worries.

Irrawang HS: Gabbi has been selected as a featured Star Struck dancer after successfully auditioning for this regional opportunity, representing IHS with pride and commitment throughout the audition and rehearsals. She consistently demonstrates her personal best when representing the school for dance, showing enthusiasm, teamwork, and respect for her peers and teachers
Hunter River HS: Lily is nominated for her initiative in supporting ‘Do It For Dolly Day’. She approached the school’s Wellbeing team with the idea to hold a bake sale, raising awareness and funds for Dolly’s Dream, a foundation dedicated to ending bullying and supporting families affected by it. Through her dedication and hard work, $525 was raised.

Salt Ash PS: Ollie has shown incredible resilience, determination, and maturity this year. He has embraced a ‘have a go’ attitude in all situations and continues to step up as a positive role model. Ollie consistently demonstrates school values of being a positive, respectful, and safe learner. Recently, he supported his peers in the playground by using the problem-solving wheel, helping to achieve a positive outcome.

Medowie PS: Cooper was nominated for his outstanding support at the school’s athletics carnival by marshalling students, organising heats, moving equipment and running errands. His outstanding efforts greatly contributed to the overall success and enjoyment of all at the carnival.

Seaham PS: Archie is a kindergarten student who goes out of his way to help others.Through his actions he has quickly become a caring and respected member of the school community. Recently he spent his break making sure other students had a handball to play with, retrieving it for them without being asked.

Karuah PS: Alby is nominated for volunteering his time to make sure the local cemetery is respectfully looked after and clear from rubbish.