Four selected for Gosford High

Woy Woy Public School has had four year 6 students selected for Gosford Selective High School.

Another student has been selected for Gosford Public School opportunity class in year 5.

High distinctions, distinctions and credits were award to students in the University of NSW Key Learning Area competitions.

The school scored above the State mean in the statewide basic skills tests, primary writing assessments and the computer skills assessment.

Around 99 per cent of students achieved positive behaviour levels and there was a 50 per cent reduction of misbehaviour incidents recorded over the past year.

A large number of students participated in various sports programs with many representing the school at zone level and two students reaching state level.

A music group consisting of instrumentalists, guitarists and singers was established and performed at various venues.

Three dance groups performed at the Central Coast Dance Festival.

Its "homecoming" performance group reached the NSW Grand Final of Wakakirri Story Dance, winning six gold medals, two distinctions and the Public Speaking Award on the way.

Newsletter, December 14 Warrick Hannon, Woy Woy Public School