Newsletter 8/5/2023 Term 2 Week 3

Prayer

From the Principal

Dear parents, carers and community members,

Our closure day yesterday was spent in reflection around what is great about our school and what is needed to improve the way we operate. The day was facilitated by Brendan Maher who comes to us from an organisation called "Leading Teams". The major focus of the day was to clarify our concept of leadership and how this is lived in our school. This was the second of eight sessions to work with the whole school and our leaders and we look forward to the opportunities ahead. 

Farewell and Welcome Return

This Friday we bid farewell to Tarryn Delaney from her 3/4 classroom as she commences her leave and wish her all the best for the imminent addition to her family. We welcome back Amy W and Amy P this week as they work with Tarryn for a smooth transition to the new classroom structure. Amy Wynd will teach on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and Amy Pemberton will be the classroom teacher on Thursdays and Fridays. This has worked out very well for the school and the children in this room and I thank everyone for their support with this process. 

Mother's Day Breakfast and Stall

Pop this Friday 12th May in your diary for our annual Mother's Day breakfast and stall! 

Breakfast will be served in the big room from 7.00am with the last being served at 8.30am.

Cost is $5 for adults & secondary school students & $3 for primary school children. You can pre-pay and send your money into school now!

This year you do not need to supply a present as the Parents & Friends have pre purchased presents for the stall.  Please send your child along with $5.00.

We need a few more parent helpers from Grade 2 to man the stall on this day. If you are able to help,  please contact the office. Thank you.

School Wide Positive Behaviours System

To recognise and reinforce students displaying the agreed positive behaviours in our school, we are introducing a system to identify and celebrate these behaviours.

Grade 2 Historical Society and Heritage Walk

During our Inquiry lessons, the children have been learning about their place in the world.  We have explored global and local geographical places and connections. Currently, we are looking at the history of significant people, buildings and local sites. We will be going on a town walk and visiting the Camperdown Historical Society on Friday May 12th, 2023. 

The grade 2's will be departing the school at 10.00am and returning about 1.30pm.  Children will be required to wear their sport uniform and ensure they have suitable walking shoes and a rain jacket in case of wet weather.

'I Can' Imagination Club

If you have not registered you child to be enrolled in the program as yet here is the 2023 unique registration link for registration.
IMPORTANT - Please do not use any links you may have previously received as the above link is unique to your school and programs for 2023.

This program will start next  Monday the 15th May.

Catholic School Culture

Grade 3- 6 Mass

Our Grade 3-6 Mass will be held on Friday the 19th May at the church commencing at 9.30am.

It would be great to see lots of parents come along.

Sacrament of Confirmation

We have students completing their Sacrament of Confirmation on Friday, 26th May. We ask that all parents of these children complete the form that has been sent home as a matter of urgency. We ask you to keep the children making their Sacrament of Confirmation in your prayers.

Mother’s Day Prayer for Sunday

Dear Lord, 

We ask you to bless all mothers. 
Please watch over them and support them on earth and in heaven. 
May they feel the joys of motherhood every day.
In all their struggle giving us livelihood, 
May your love and compassion be with them for good.
May every mother feel today the pride and beauty of their family.
And help them to know how much they are appreciated. 
Through all pain and sorrow Lord, deliver them. 
In your strength and grace may they always stay. 

Amen

St Patrick's School Open Day

Monday, May 22nd has been set for our open day across the whole school. Prospective parents and existing parents are invited to visit us between 9am and 11am to see the learning taking place in the classrooms. Tours of the rest of the school will be available on request. If you are unable to make this day, individualised tours are available by appointment. 

Schoolzine App

Please find information below regarding an update of the Schoolzine app that you will need to install on your device.

You will be asked for a passcode for a school. That code is 2561.

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Known Dates for Term 2

The Week Ahead

School Cross Country

Perfect conditions greated the students last Monday for the house cross country. All students demonstrated a tremendous amount of determination and stamina and were able to compete masterfully for their houses. A huge thank you to all parents and friends of the school who came along to cheer on the students. Also a big thanks to MRC students who assisted with supervision on the course.

Age champions on the day included -

12yo - Isaac Lawlor & Madison Mitchell

11yo - Harry Sinnott & Stella Hinds

10yo- Harvey Townsend & Elaine Ryan

9yo - Roy Molan & Pippa Woodmason

8yo - Josh McConachy & Emmi Sinnott

7yo - Quinn Pekin & Maya O'Shannessy

6yo - Jobe Kent & Tilly Brebner
Over House Champions were-

1st - Nazareth

2nd - Fatima

3rd - Mercy

4th - Lourdes

Congratulations to the following students who will attend the District Cross Country this Friday the 12th May at the Noorat Recreation reserve.

Female

We are seeking support from parents with supervision and support on the day. If you intend coming to the cross country and are willing to help, please contact the school.
Thanks,

Mr Harkin

Catholic School Culture

Parish Bulletin

Student of the Week

Birthdays

Happy Birthday to the following students who celebrate their birthday this week.

Abigail S, Olivia B, Tessa T, Vincent T & Thomas D

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Camperdown Theatre Company’s 75th Anniversary Spectacular

75th Anniversary Spectacular