The values learned and demonstrated by local students helps build self respect, awareness and a greater sense of community for local youth.

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Stacy Mathieson of Irrawang Public School told News Of The Area, “Positive Behaviour for Learning was implemented at Irrawang Public School in 2010 and has become the framework for all of our systems and practices in order to enhance learning.

“PBL is a proactive system that responds to the needs of the school.

“Focusing on the behaviours we want to see, so students understand what they are supposed to do in all settings.

“This sets students up for success and increases engagement.

“Community PBL was a natural progression.

“Taking those same values outside the school gate.

“It has been wonderful to see so many students being acknowledged for being responsible citizens outside of school.

“We are proud to be a part of the Raymond Terrace Community PBL initiative,” she said.

This week’s PBL nominees are all well deserving of this recognition.

– Lebron of Irrawang Public School is being recognised for his trustworthiness and honesty.

He found an ipad that belonged to a builder and handed it in so it could be returned.

– Raymond Terrace Public School student Mackenzie is a wonderful member of her school community.

She takes care of younger children including organising playground activities for them.

Mackenzie is community minded and has been active in fundraising activities within the school.

– Jackson of Grahamstown Public School consistently exemplifies the school’s values by adhering to both whole school and classroom PBL expectations, demonstrating respect, safety, and active engagement in his learning.

– Irrawang High School student Jessie was nominated for participating in the World’s Greatest Shave recently and raising over $1000 for the Leukaemia Foundation.

– Baz from Hunter River High School was nominated for his excellent application and initiative and professionalism during work experience for his music industry course.

– Jared from Salt Ash Public School was nominated for helping a child who tripped over at a cross country event.

He helped the student up and then let them go in front of him, showing a wonderful level of care and sportsmanship.

– Medowie Public School student Millie was nominated for always demonstrating the school’s expectations of being respectful, responsible and resilient.

Everyday, she provides excellent school service by setting up and packing down the chess board.

– Freya of Seaham Public School was recognised for representing her at the Seaham ANZAC ceremony and delivered a wonderful speech.

The speech included research on Seaham community members and their contribution in representing their country at war.

– Harris of Karuah Public School was nominated for supporting a Kindergarten student during her first weeks at school.

Harris could see that the Kindergarten student was quite nervous, so everyday Harris greeted the younger student at the front school gates with a welcoming cuddle, and walked her into school and helped her in the playground.

The NOTA congratulates all of this week’s PBL nominees.

By Marian SAMPSON