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In the weekend's first reading, the Israelites are urged to love their neighbours as themselves. In the Gospel, Jesus spells out how we are to do that: to give generously to those who ask of us and not to turn our backs on those who seek to borrow.
Dear Parents and Carers,
Yesterday we began the liturgical season of Lent and our students had the opportunity to gather in the Church to celebrate Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday is a special day for us, the people of God, it signifies the beginning of the Church’s season which we call Lent. During the next forty days we will be journeying together, preparing our hearts and our lives for the new hope that we are promised at Easter. Lent is a time of prayer. Lent is a time for reflecting on the way we live our lives. Lent is a time for examining our hearts and being willing to make changes by being better people. Lent is a time to practise compassion - to look for ways we can lessen the suffering of others. It is a time for saying ‘sorry’ and seeking forgiveness. And it is a time for turning back to our God who gives us the great gift of His love and sharing this love with others through generosity and acts of service.
On Tuesday, I had the privilege of attending the Caritas Launch of Project Compassion for the 2023 Lenten season at St Columbkille’s Corrimal with our School Leaders Monique and Isaac. The theme of the 2023 campaign is ‘For all future generations.’ During the launch stories were shared of how Caritas supports the work of individuals and groups who are striving to make lasting change within their communities around the world. We look forward to responding to those in need in our wider community during this Lenten season, through giving to Project Compassion.
We are called to reflect on the season of Lent and consider the changes that we can make to our everyday lives. We are challenged to consider whether this Lenten season would be a millstone (a heavy and inescapable responsibility) or a milestone (a time of personal spiritual growth and renewal). We are encouraged to consider “Lent for us can be either a millstone around our necks or a milestone to remember”. “It can be something that we feel is weighing us down. Perhaps the idea of fasting or prayer sounds too hard: too much, I’m too busy. But if we turn our attention to God, even just a little more, this Lent can become a milestone on our pilgrimage to eternal life with God who loves us more than we could ever imagine”.
We are encouraged to prepare for the Resurrection of Jesus and share in the joy of Easter through our Lenten preparation. Through our focus on prayer, almsgiving and fasting we are able to let go of those things in our lives that may be weighing us down and turn our focus to God.
May this Lenten season be a time of spiritual growth and renewal for each of us, so that we may grow in our awareness of the needs of others and in closer union with our God who is with us throughout all the seasons of our lives.
Wishing each of you the companionship of Christ in the Lenten journey ahead.
Jane Webb
NAPLAN
Our Year 3 and 5 students will be participating in NAPLAN (National Assessment Program, Literacy and Numeracy) this term. This assessment is completed by all students across Australia in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. This year NAPLAN testing will be online and as a system and as a school we have prepared for this. The teachers have begun preparing the students for this and the students will have an opportunity to have a go at some sample NAPLAN questions using the platform over the next few weeks. To be ready for this, students must download the NAP app and make sure they come to school each day with their iPad fully charged and have their headphones at school. Further information about NAPLAN Online and the National Assessment Program can be found at
www.nap.edu.au/naplan and https://nap.edu.au/docs/default-source/default-document-library/naplan-information-brochure-for-parents-and-carers.pdf
The dates assigned for the NAPLAN assessment this year are from 15 March - 27 March 2023.
The timetable for these assessments at OLHC is outlined below:
Wednesday 15 March - NAPLAN Writing
Thursday 16 March - NAPLAN Reading
Tuesday 21 March - NAPLAN Language Conventions
Thursday 23 March - NAPLAN Numeracy
If your child is unwell and unable to attend school on one of these days, there will be opportunities to catch up on the days in between. The last day for this is Monday 27 May.
PB4L
Throughout the term all students have been trying hard to receive House Points. There are a number of ways that they can do this; 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. New Playground tickets have been introduced this year and are handed to students on the playground who are following these rules. Points were also accumulated at the Swimming Carnival and will be added after the Cross Country and Sports Carnival. The Year 6 House Captains count the House Points each week and each Monday the House Points are announced at Flag Raising. On Monday Week 6, the winning House colour for half way through the term will be announced. This house will then be awarded with an ice block at the end of Week 6.
The House Points currently sit at:
1st - Ingham (373 points)
2nd - MacKillop (350 points)
3rd - Rose (341 points)
4th - Sarkis (298 points)
Alison Fazio
Assistant Principal
STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAYS
ENROLMENT PACKAGES
Enrolment Applications for Kinder 2022 can now be collected from the school office or downloaded from the following link –
https://www.dow.catholic.edu.au/for-parents/enrolment/
Following the return of completed enrolment applications an interview will be organised with Fr Sarkis and Mrs Webb next term.
Please let family and friends know that we are accepting enrolment applications now. These applications will be due by the end of this term - Thursday 6 April 2023.
Thank you for spreading the word about our wonderful school!
STAFF NEWS
We wish Mrs Emma Cotterill and Mrs Gemma Wild our best wishes as they will soon commence parental leave as they await the arrival of their second children.
We ask God’s blessings on both of them and their families at this special time.
We also keep Mrs Winnie Cameron in our prayers. Mrs Cameron is currently overseas attending the funeral of one of her siblings.
ASSEMBLY
Our next Assembly will be held on Friday 3 March 2023. Merit and Principal Awards will be presented. Congratulations to the following students who will be receiving a Principal's Award.
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:
Joselyn Quezada Ayquipa 5M, Ingham
NO MEAT - FRIDAY LUNCH ORDERS
COMPASS
Having trouble getting on to COMPASS? - try installing the updates on the App. Another idea is to uninstall the App and reinstall. If you are still experiencing access issues, please call the school office.
To visit the school Facebook page, please click on the link below. When you see something you like on our Facebook page, please "like" us
www.facebook.com/olhc.rosemeadow
eSAFETY WEBSITE
This website provides online safety basics. Help your children safely navigate their digital world and educate them to avoid harmful online experiences. Explore websites, games, apps and social media together and set some rules. We urge parents to take the time to look at this site by visiting:
| Friday 24 February |
5W Reconciliation Year 4 - Fr Sarkis visit |
| Sat 25 February |
Parish Sacramental Program - Reconciliation 4.15pm St Joachim Parish Hall. |
| Wed 1 March |
Western Region Swimming Carnival Year 4 Parish Mass - 9.00am |
| Thursday 2 March |
Year 6 Parish Mass - 9.00am |
| Friday 3 March |
Year 2 - Fr Sarkis visit Year 3 & Year 5 Benediction - 11.30am Assembly - Merit & Principals Awards - 2.00pm in the hall |
| Monday 6 March |
Whole School Cross Country at John Therry |
| Wednesday 8 March |
Year 2 Parish Mass - 9.00am |
| Thursday 9 March |
Year 5 Parish Mass - 9.00am |
| Friday 10 March |
Year 4 Reconciliation Year 1 - Fr Sarkis visit |
| Monday 13 March |
Swimming Selection Trials |
| Wed 15 March |
Year 4 Parish Mass - 9.00am Naplan Writing - Year 3 & Year 5 |
| Thursday 16 March |
Year 1 Parish Mass - 9.00am Naplan Reading - Year 3 & Year 5 |
| Friday 17 March |
Athletics Carnival - Whole School at Campbelltown Athletics Stadium |
| Monday 20 March |
P&F Annual General Meeting - All welcome, 7.30pm in the Library or via ZOOM, followed by the General Meeting. |
| Tuesday 21 March |
Naplan Language Conventions - Year 3 & Year 5 Harmony Day |
| Wed 22 March |
Year 6 Parish Mass - 9.00am |
| Thursday 23 March |
Year 5 Parish Mass - 9.00am Naplan Numeracy - Year 3 & Year 5 |
| Friday 24 March |
6M Reconciliation Year 3 - Fr Sarkis visit |
| Wed 29 March |
Year 3 Parish Mass - 9.00am |
| Thursday 30 March |
Kindergarten Parish Mass - 9.00am Frist Reconciliation 4.15pm - Church |
| Friday 31 March |
Year 5 - Fr Sarkis visit Assembly - Merit & Principals Awards - 2.00pm in the hall |
| Sunday 2 April |
Daylight Saving Time ends |
| Thursday 6 April |
Last Day of Term 1 |
| Friday 7 April |
Good Friday |
| Monday 24 April |
PUPIL FREE DAY - no school for students |
| Tuesday 25 April |
ANZAC Day |
| Wed 26 April |
Term 2 Commences |
Swimming Carnival
On the 3rd of February 2023, Year 3 to Year 6 attended our annual swimming carnival at Gordon Fetterplace Aquatic centre. We were blessed with beautiful blue skies and warm weather. It was great to see so many students participating in all the events and trying their best.
A big thank you to all of the parent helpers on the day, we could not run the carnival without your help and support.
Congratulations to Sarkis house who took out the overall house points for the 2023 swimming carnival.
Western Region Swimming Carnival
We wish the OLHC swim team all the best as they compete at the Western Region Swimming carnival on Wednesday 1 March 2023.
Cross Country Carnival
The Cross Country Carnival will be held on Monday 6 March 2023 for Kinder - Year 6 at John Therry Catholic College.
What to Wear: School or protective hat in house colour, house coloured polo shirt and sunscreen.
What to bring:
- Water
- Towel or rug to sit on
- Munch and Crunch
Students will return to school before Break 1.
We are delighted to invite parents to spectate. We look forward to seeing you there.
The Canteen is open for lunch orders and over-the-counter sales of snacks and treats at Break 1 (11.00am - 11.30am). A price list is attached. Please support the Canteen in their endeavours to support our school community.
Lunch orders are required at the Canteen by 9.00am. Please write your child's name, class and what they wish to order on a paper bag and enclose the correct money, if possible.
The Canteen is run by Made Fresh. Should you have a need to contact the Canteen, please email Maria at "made.fresh@yahoo.com" or telephone 0422 469 489.
CATHOLIC CARE COURSES
Our range of groups focus on strengthening relationships, parenting, post-separation, supporting parents with children in care, managing challenging emotions and loss and grief. Click on the link below for the current courses available.
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