Nominated for 'a sympathetic ear' and 'a little extra TLC'

Mrs Kim Rasmussen has been nominated by Woy Woy South Public School to receive an Education Week award for her positive contribution to the school and to public education.

Ms Rasmussen's nomination was to acknowledge and thank her "for the phenomenal care and support she daily gives to our most vulnerable students.

"Ms Rass not only looks after first aid and sick children, she does all the printing for the school and then makes time to provide activities, space and a sympathetic ear to children needing a little extra TLC," said school principal Ms Kim Whealey.

The school also nominated Ms Tracey Thomas "for her continuous commitment to the Woy Woy South Public School P and C and the school as the P and C treasurer for many years.

"Tracey's youngest child, Zarne, is moving into Year 7 next year and she has served on our P and C continuously since her eldest son enrolled," Ms Whealey said.

"Our final award for this year is a joint award between Woy Woy South and Umina Campus of Brisbane Water Secondary College to thank Ms Joanne McDonald for her care, her guidance and her support of students, their families and our staff in her role as our school counsellor over many years."

Each year, as part of Education Week celebrations, schools are asked to nominate, from the school community, people who have contributed positively to the school and its Public Education philosophy.

The awards are presented on August 15, with a special ceremony held in 2016 at The Entrance Campus of Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College.

Newsletter, 2 Aug 2016

Kim Whealey, Woy Woy South Public School