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FROM THE GOSPEL - SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
In the gospel for the 6th Sunday of Easter Year A, that we will reflect on this weekend, Jesus speaks to his disciples about the coming of the Holy Spirit. He tells them that he will ask the Father to send them another Advocate, the Spirit of truth, who will be with them forever. This Advocate will teach them all things and remind them of everything Jesus has said to them.
As Catholics, we believe in the Holy Trinity – the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, and it is through the Holy Spirit that we receive the grace and strength to live our lives according to God’s will.
Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit is a great source of comfort and hope for us as Catholics. The Holy Spirit is not just an abstract concept, but a real and present force in our lives. When we receive the Sacraments, particularly Baptism and Confirmation, we are filled with the Holy Spirit and become part of the Body of Christ.
Finally, Jesus tells his disciples that he will not leave them as orphans, but will come to them. This is a powerful reminder that even when we feel alone or abandoned, God is always with us. Through the Holy Spirit, we are connected to God and to one another as members of the Body of Christ.
We particularly remember those children who have begun their preparation for the sacrament of Confirmation - where they will each receive the gift of the Holy Spirit - The Advocate.
Dear Parents and Carers,
The month of May is traditionally the month associated with Mary, the mother of Jesus. As such, it is a very appropriate month for celebrating the great gift of all mothers. On behalf of the students and staff, I would like to wish all the mothers in the Our Lady Help of Christians community a very happy Mother’s Day, for this coming Sunday. The special love that a mother can give is always appreciated, but not always as acknowledged as it should be.
To all our mothers, please be sure to relax on Sunday and allow your family to show their love and appreciation of the invaluable role you play in their lives. Our students had the opportunity to select a special gift for the special women in their lives with the support of volunteers who are supporting the wonderful work of the P&F. Gratitude is extended to the parents and grandparents who were able to help in the organisation and purchase of these special gifts this week. Happy Mother’s Day to all those special women in our school community.
A PRAYER FOR OUR MOTHERS
Lord, thank you for all mothers.
For the new ones, who endure sleepless nights with infants in their arms.
For the busy ones, who juggle the pressures of home and family life.
For the steadfast ones, who nurture and care for our special vulnerable children.
For the patient ones, who always seek to forgive and engage with their pre-teens.
For the persistent ones, who cleverly find new ways to connect with their mini-adults.
For the mother aunts, who step in to cradle and care for nieces and nephews.
For all grandmas, who love and support their precious grandchildren.
For the foster mums that are called to gather and cover the fragile ones.
For the Sunday mums who care for our children and lead them in faith.
For the mums who give far beyond their own resources, who overcome disability to cherish and love.
Thank You Lord, for all our beautiful mothers. Help us to support them and keep them in our prayers.
May you bless them now on this their special day. Amen.
Jane Webb
Further to Mrs Webbs comments above, Happy Mother’s Day to all of our mothers and grandmothers for this coming Sunday. We hope you have a special day surrounded by the love of your family.
The students enjoyed picking out the perfect gift for you from our Mother's Day stall this week.
A huge thank you is expressed to the P&F committee members for their work planning and organising for this. The students will have another opportunity to buy from the Mother’s Day stall tomorrow if they didn’t have the opportunity to do so on Tuesday.
All gifts are at a cost of $5.00.
WINTER UNIFORM
As of next week, Week 4, all students are expected to wear their full school winter uniform. This requires students to wear a tie and their school jumper if they are cold. The sports jacket is only to be worn with the sports uniform. The girls can choose to wear either grey tights or long grey socks with their winter uniform. As the weather gets colder, some students choose to wear a parka, scarves, gloves and beanies to and from school. This is acceptable as long as they are school colours (maroon or grey) and they must be removed in the classroom. Thank you for your ongoing support with following the OLHC School Uniform policy. The pride that the students take in wearing their school uniform correctly is a reflection of your support.
PB4L - Uniform
The PB4L focus for this week has been the expectations for Flag Raising and next week we will focus on the expectations for Assembly. The teachers will revise these expectations with the students and house points are always awarded for the best class moving to and from and during Assembly each Friday afternoon (even weeks). The House Points have restarted for Term 2 and on Monday morning, at Flag Raising, it was announced that Rose are currently in first place. House Points will continue to be counted each week and students are awarded house points for following the school rules (both in the classroom and on the playground), wearing the correct uniform, completing their homework and for borrowing from the library.
WALK SAFELY TO SCHOOL
On Friday 19th May we will be acknowledging National Walk Safely to School Day and we have tattoos to give all students who get out with an aim to get healthy and walk to school (or even part of the way to school) on this day.
This event encourages all primary school children, their parents and carers to walk safely and regularly to school. This event seeks to promote better health, road safety, public transport and the environment. Children who are regularly physically active are healthier and perform better academically.
We encourage you, if possible, to participate and this will be recognised as you walk through the gates on this day. If walking from home to school isn’t an option maybe you could park a bit further away and walk part of the way to school.
Alison Fazio
Assistant Principal
SAVE THE DATE - PROFESSIONAL LEARNING DATES
Parents are advised that the following dates have been set aside as Staff Professional Learning dates. Thank you for your making alternative arrangements for your child/ren on -
Friday 16th June - Staff Spirituality Day
Our staff will all be off site on this day to attend the annual spirituality day. Thank you for organising supervision for your child/ren on this date.
SPLICED PROGRAM
On Monday the 8th of May, stage 3 SPLICED students had the opportunity to spend the day working on their SPLICED projects with the help and guidance of Miss Fajloun and Miss Northey. It was a great day for them to plan out their projects and get their peer input and feedback.
This year we have a range of topics ranging from World Wars, Cryptography and psychological disorders. The SPLICED students are presenting their information through various literacies including websites, magazine articles, essays, artworks, poetry, novels and many more.
We look forward to seeing their end projects being published and presented in the annual SPLICED book and website.
PARENT INDUCTION
As you will note from this newsletter, we have a number of events coming up where we will be requesting the assistance of parent helpers. These events such as the P&F school disco and Feast Day BBQ depend on the generous time of parent helpers to be successful. In order to volunteer to assist, parents are required to complete a parent induction course.
Mrs Cameron is holding an induction meeting for all interested parent helpers.
This will be held next Thursday 18th May from 2:15pm in the school library.
Please notify the school office if you are able to attend this meeting.
If you have a WWCC volunteer number please also bring this information with you. Otherwise, you will be asked to complete a Volunteer Declaration form available from the school office.
TAKING LEAVE DURING THE SCHOOL TERM - REQUEST FOR EXTENDED LEAVE
Holidays/travel during school time (If exceeding 10 days requires a separate application for leave form (from 10 – 50 days) and must be completed prior to the travel dates)
- misadventure or unforeseen event;
- participation in special events not related to the school;
- domestic necessity such as serious illness of an immediate family member;
- attendance at funerals; and,
- recognised religious festivals or ceremonial occasions
This approval needs to be prior to departure and provide enough time for the school office to process the approval for leave.
Please also provide all relevant travel documentation, so that Mrs Webb can use this as part of the leave approval process.
It is important to note that school attendance data is taken into consideration during this approval process.
ASSEMBLY
Our next Assembly will be held on Friday 19 May 2023. Merit and Principal Awards will be presented. Congratulations to the following students who will be receiving a Principal's Award.
| Principal Award Recipients | |
| Leandro Moncada 1M | Samuel Shaji 5M |
| Alexis McHugh 2M | Jessica Navin Marcel 5M |
| Hayden Phyakeo 2M | Enrique Venegas 5W |
| Hunter Moran 2M | Samson Morell 6M |
| Carlos Yousif 3M | Matilda Summers 6M |
| Amelia Lisita-Cocheci 3M | |
CHANGE OVER TO WINTER UNIFORM – Monday 15th May
Due to the weather now getting cooler all students need to wear full winter uniform from Monday 15th May.
Please ensure that the uniform policy (attached) is adhered to. Students who wear the uniform correctly are not only representing themselves but also our school in the best possible way.
House points are regularly awarded to students who are wearing their uniform in the correct manner.
Thank you for supporting the school by ensuring that your child is wearing their uniform correctly
Policy repeated for your information.CLOTHING POOL
The OLHC School Clothing Pool has a supply of second hand uniforms available. The Clothing Pool is run by parent volunteers and we are grateful for donations of used uniforms in good condition.
The clothing pool will be open weekly on Wednesday from 8.15am to 9am.
Clothing items are donated to the school, so there is no sales costs incurred.
Sport Polo Shirts update
The current old stock of Sports Polo Shirts is now available for purchase from Lowes for $10.00 each while stocks last. This is due to the transition to the new sports polo which will be available from Term Three.
The new Sports Polo will be available for purchase from Lowes at the end of the term.
Please be aware that there is a transition period of two years.
Other Uniform Items
New school hats, bags and badges are purchased from the school office.
Prices are: -
Hats $20.00
Bags $45.00
Badges $ 7.00
Payment can be made by EFTPOS or Cash.
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:
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:
Congratulations to our students who are celebrating a birthday in May.
Touline Boutros KM, Isaiah Korkise KM, Rose Melhem 1M, Thomas Rose 1M, Grace Khalife 1W, David Jose 2M, Eva Anderson 2M, Amelia McGee 2M, Aaliyah Barghout 3M, Josie Klarich 3M, Lawrence Begg 3M, George Botrous 3M, Sienna Dowds 3M, Ryan Muscat 3M, Jacob Failla 4M, Reina Nguyen 4M, Lucas MacDiarmid 4M, Jessica Navin Marcel 5M, Samson Morell 6M, Maddison Bradbury 6M, Daniel David 6M, Eva Bolshakova 6M.
| Friday 12 May |
4M - Reconciliation Year 1 - Fr Sarkis visit Mother's Day Stall |
| Monday 15 May |
Full Winter Uniform for students |
| Wednesday 17 May |
Year 2 - Parish Mass 9.00am Year 6 - Leadership Day |
| Thursday 18 May |
Kinder - Parish Mass 9.00am Parent induction session 2.15pm (please advise school office of attendance) |
| Friday 19 May |
3M Reconciliation Year 2 - Fr Sarkis visit Assembly - Merit & Principals Awards - 2.00pm in the hall |
| Tuesday 23 May |
Diocesan Cross Country - Nowra |
| Wednesday 24 May |
OLHC - Feast Day |
| Thursday 25 May |
P&F - School Disco |
| Friday 26 May |
National Sorry Day 9.30am Whole School Mass 11.20am Picnic lunch with P&F Sausage sizzle 12pm Open classrooms, parents welcome |
| Wednesday 31 May |
Year 4 - Parish Mass 9.00am |
| Thursday 1 June |
Year 6 - Parish Mass 9.00am |
| Friday 2 June |
Year 3 & Year 5 Benediction Assembly - Merit & Principals Awards - 2.00pm in the hall |
| Saturday 3 June |
Sacrament of Confirmation |
| Wednesday 7 June |
Year 3 - Parish Mass 9.00am |
| Thursday 8 June |
Year 1 - Parish Mass 9.00am |
| Friday 9 June |
5M Reconciliation Year 4 - Fr Sarkis visit |
| Sunday 11 June |
Corpus Christi Procession |
| Monday 12 June |
King's Birthday Public Holiday |
| Tuesday 13 June |
Year 6 - Parish Mass 9.00am |
| Wednesday 14 June |
Year 5 - Parish Mass 9.00am |
| Thursday 15 June |
Year 2 - Parish Mass 9.00am |
| Friday 16 June |
PUPIL FREE DAY - no school for students |
| Wednesday 21 June |
Year 4 - Parish Mass 9.00am |
| Thursday 22 June |
Kindergarten - Parish Mass 9.00am Netball Gala Day |
| Friday 23 June |
Year 6 - Parish Mass 9.00am |
| Friday 30 June |
Year 6 - Reconciliation Assembly - Merit & Principals Awards - 2.00pm in the hall Last Day of Term 2 |
| Monday 17 July |
Term 3 Commences |
| Wednesday 26 July |
Sts Anne & Joachim Feast Day |
- The first Mother's Day stall was held on Tuesday 9th May and a second one will be held on Friday 12th May. All items are $5 with lots of presents still available. A big thank you to the volunteers for helping make it happen!
- The 2023 school disco will be held on Thursday 25th May in the OLHC school hall. Tickets are $15 and payment envelopes will be sent home shortly - see the attached flyer. This year the disco will be bigger and better, with longer running times, an outside photo wall so families can take photos, glow sticks and lots of fun! Volunteers are needed on the night, if you are able to assist, please complete the form:
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The P&F will be helping the school financially with contributions towards the Cross Country bus, Year 6 Bishop Mass bus and $500 towards new books for the library.
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.
