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FROM THE GOSPEL - SHARING EASTER JOY
As we celebrate the liturgical season of Easter, I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude for the blessings that this sacred season brings into our lives. Easter is not merely a day on the calendar; it is a season—a time of profound significance in the liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church. It is a season of renewal, rebirth, and most importantly, hope.
During Lent, we embarked on a journey of self-reflection, fasting, and prayer, preparing our hearts to receive the joyous message of Easter. Now, as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, we are reminded of the triumph of life over death, light over darkness, and hope over despair.
In our Catholic primary school community, the significance of Easter extends beyond the walls of our classrooms. It permeates our daily activities, infusing them with the spirit of joy, compassion, and love. We are reminded of the new life that Easter brings in our hearts and souls.
Through the liturgical season of Easter, we are invited to deepen our faith and embrace the transformative power of Christ's resurrection. It is a time for us to renew our commitment to living as disciples of Christ, embodying His teachings of love, forgiveness, and compassion in all that we do.
As parents and educators, let us seize this opportunity to instil in our children the profound meaning of Easter. Let us teach them to cherish the gift of faith, to embrace the hope that springs eternal from the empty tomb, and to live their lives as beacons of Christ's light in a world often shrouded in darkness.
May this joy of Easter fill your hearts with renewed faith, hope, and love. Let us continue to journey together as a community, guided by the light of Christ's resurrection, and may His blessings be upon us all.
Wishing you many blessings for a joyous Easter season.
Jesus is love;
Love has overcome death.
Jesus is light:
Light has overcome darkness.
We are an Easter people, filled with joy,
And with all the angels and saints, we exalt your name and exclaim,
Alleluia, Jesus Christ our Lord has risen.
Amen.
Dear Parents and Carers,
As we approach the completion of Term One, it is important to take the time to look back with gratitude for the positive start to the school year. At the end of Term One, we give thanks to God for all the teaching and learning that has taken place in our school, both in and out of the classroom. For the talents and gifts that have been shared and the challenges that have been faced. For the respect and care that has been given. We give thanks for the friendships that have just begun and for those that have grown.
For the hope that has lifted our hearts and for the love that has kept us going.
We give thanks to our school community, and we ask you, Lord, to bless our children and their families as we begin our holidays. May our time together leave us with memories to cherish. Pour out your love on us so that we return renewed and refreshed to continue our journey together.
May our school community, our family lives and our broader Church all allow us to build a deeper relationship with our God this Easter season.
Wishing you all many blessings for the Easter season and for the school holiday break.
Enjoy this time with your families.
Staff Development Day - Monday 29 April 2024
Staff will be engaged in professional learning on this day. Thank you for organising supervision for your children.
Jane Webb
What an exciting Term 1 we have had with plenty of events and activities for our students and school community.
As announced this week, Sarkis house was the winner for Term 1 in house points and was rewarded with a Mulfti Day today.
There are a number of ways that students receive house points; by wearing their uniform correctly, completing their homework each week and when they borrow from the library. Students are able to receive extra house points in the classroom and on the playground for following the school rules - BE SAFE, BE RESPECTFUL and BE AN ACTIVE LEARNER.
Final House Points
1st - Sarkis (1644 points)
2nd - MacKillop (1569 points)
3rd - Ingham (1550 points)
4th - Rose (1452 points)
Enjoy your holiday break and we look forward to welcoming students back in Term 2.
Alison Fazio
Assistant Principal
ANZAC Day
Mothers Day's Liturgy 13 May at 8.25am.
STAGE ONE PHOTO GALLERY
Enjoy some photos of the recent Art Gallery Experience for Stage One students. Thank you to the parents for joining us for this experience.
Transition to full Winter Uniform
For the first two weeks of Term 2, if the weather turns cold, students may begin transitioning into their Winter uniform. During this transition period students must wear either all winter or all summer uniform. They cannot be mixed (both summer and winter worn together).
Beginning on Monday, 13th May 2024 (the week after Mother's Day) all students must wear full Winter uniform.
Link to uniform policy can be found on our website under Policies, Procedures and Forms. Link to Uniform Policy
Personalised Plans available in Compass
In recent weeks, teachers and parents had meetings to review adjustments and learning goals for those students who have Personalised Plans.
Reminder ANZAC DAY MARCH - 25th April Mawson Park Campbelltown
We are pleased to inform our community that we will once again have the opportunity to participate in the Campbelltown RSL commemoration of ANZAC Day March and Service at Mawson Park in Campbelltown. Students are invited to join in the ANZAC Day celebrations and march with the Our Lady Help of Christians group. Students are to wear Full Summer Uniform including hat and meet at the corner of Queen and Dumaresq Streets at 8:20 am and then proceed to Mawson Park for the commemorative service.
Students will be accompanied during the march by Mrs Webb.
Parents are also welcome to join in the march. Participating students will need to be collected at the conclusion of the commemorative service at approximately 9:45 am at Mawson Park.
We look forward to seeing you there.
ASSEMBLY
Congratulations to the following students who will be receiving a Principal's Award.
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Principals Awards |
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Class |
Student Name |
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1M |
Alijah MEOUSHY |
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1M |
Daniel NAKHLA |
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1M |
Emma PETERS |
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1M |
Leia PYLAK |
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2W |
Christian FENECH |
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2W |
Damon OCA |
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2W |
Grace KHALIFE |
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4M |
Rafqa HACHEM |
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5M |
Eloise SORIANO |
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5M |
Reina NGUYEN |
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6M |
Lea CAMOIN |
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6W |
Samuel SHAJI |
POSITIVE BEHAVIOURS FOR LEARNING (PB4L)
When students exhibit positive behaviour, by following our school rules, their name is written on a raffle ticket and is entered into a draw where two winners are selected at flag-raising on a Monday morning. The students receive a voucher for the Canteen which can be used for treats or put towards a lunch order. Congratulations to these winners:
Kingston Munoz KM, Ava Callaghan 6W, Jessica Marcel 6M, Makanaka Karimusango 6M
Parent Survey reminder
Reminder FOOD SHARING - CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS
As mentioned at start of the year, when students are having a birthday we look forward to celebrating with them, they are encouraged to bring in individually wrapped chocolates or treats to share with their class. This would be instead of birthday cake or cupcakes. These treats could be something like a bag of Freddo frogs or other types of individually wrapped small treats. No excessive lollies/gift bags and no nut products.
Thank you for your support with these arrangements.
Parents attention: Compass calendar and website
For parents to keep up to date with important events such as, assemblies, excursions, term dates, etc. Please look at Compass calendar on the App and/or our school website. This will ensure your child/ren does not miss out on activities at school.
Having trouble getting on to COMPASS? - If you are still experiencing access issues, please call the school office.
Diary dates are published on our website home page. You can also check Compass calendar and the events tab.
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Friday 12 April |
Cross Country held at John Therry grounds Term 1 concludes |
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Saturday 13 April to Sunday 28 April |
******* School Holidays ******* |
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Monday 29 April |
*new* Staff Development Day |
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Tuesday 30 April |
Term 2 commences ANZAC Day Liturgy 8.25am led by Year 4 in St Joachim Hall |
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Monday 6 May |
P&F Meeting 7.30pm in school library |
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Tuesday 7 May |
Cross Country Championship's Nowra (representative students) Back up 28 May Mothers Day stall |
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Friday 10 May |
Assembly - Merit and Awards 2pm in hall, all welcome. Plus Athletic's Carnival ribbons Mother's Day stall |
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Monday 13 May |
Full winter uniform Mother's Day Liturgy 8.25am led by Year 2 in St Joachim Hall, all welcome |
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Tuesday 14 May |
Kindergarten 2025 Interviews |
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Monday 20 May |
Kindergarten Excursion to Calmsley Hill Farm (further detail in Compass events closer to date) Year 6 Leadership day in St Joachim Hall |
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Tuesday 21 May |
Kindergarten 2025 Interviews |
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Friday 24 May |
Feast Day Assembly - Merit and Awards 2pm in hall, all welcome |
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Thursday 30 May |
P&F Disco in school hall Infants 5pm to 6pm Primary 6.30pm to 8pm |
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Friday 7 June |
Assembly - Merit and Awards 2pm in hall, all welcome |
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Monday 10 June |
Kings Public Holiday |
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Thursday 13 June |
Year 1 and Year 2 Excursion - Stanwell Park Beach Reserve (further details in Compass closer to the event) |
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Monday 17 June |
P&F General Meeting 7.30pm in school library |
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Friday 21 June |
Assembly - Merit and Awards 2pm in hall, all welcome |
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Friday 28 June |
Western Region Netball held at Minto. (further details in Compass closer to the event) |
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Friday 5 July |
Assembly - Merit and Awards 2pm in hall, all welcome Last day of Term 2 |
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Saturday 6 July |
***** School Holidays****** |
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Monday 22 July |
Term 3 commences |
ATHLETICS CARNIVAL - Ribbons
Sporting ribbons from Athletic's carnival will be handed out at our next Assembly in Term 2 on 10 May 2024.
OLHC – Cross Country tomorrow, last day of school term!
Tomorrow Friday 12th April 2024, OLHC will be holding our Cross Country at John Therry Catholic College school grounds. Students need to arrive at school on time as we will be making our way to John Therry immediately after the roll has been taken. The carnival will commence at approximately 9:00am and conclude at approximately 10:30am. Students will not be allowed to be signed out early. Normal school dismissal will be at 2.45pm.
What to Bring:
Students will be taking a water bottle with them and are encouraged to bring a towel or rug to sit on, as the grass may be wet. We will be back at school in time for Break One eating time.
Dress:
Students need to wear their sports uniform with their house coloured polo shirt or their normal sports shirt. They must wear their school hats and apply sunscreen before coming to school.
Finally, parents are most welcomed to attend the Cross Country as spectators and sit in the designated area.
P&F will be selling Zooper Doopers for $1.00 after the race.
Term 1 - Wrap up
Thank you to the students and families for their support of the P&F initiatives for Term 1, 2024.
We had the easter raffle and sports day mufti both of which were enjoyed by children and have raised funds to contribute further to our beautiful school. In term 2 we have two anticipated events in the students calendar, the mother's day stall and the school disco. The mother's day stall will be held on 7 and 10 May (flyer included in this newsletter), followed by the School disco on the 30th of May (further information to follow in Term 2).
The P&F thanks you for your ongoing support and would love to see new faces at the next meeting on 6 May 2024.'
Volunteers will be need to be cleared by the school office.
PARISH APP
Dates for Sacraments
