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- Mini Vinnies - Mufti Day this Friday
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God, Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
courage to change the things I can
and the wisdom to know the difference.
Dear Families,
Last newsletter I spoke about respect and what it means for us as individuals because we have aligned the value of respect with St Paul. It took an experience with God for Paul to realise that he was being disrespectful and to change his ways. Taking responsibility for our own behaviour is necessary and important however calling out disrespect is often harder. It takes a great deal of courage to be able to say to someone the way they are speaking about another is disrespectful. When we choose to not call out disrespect we are being a bystander. We are essentially sending the message that the other person's behaviour is acceptable. If we are to truly respect the dignity of every individual then it is necessary that we start to be protective of each individual’s dignity letting people know that when they say unkind things about another, make a judgement or hurtful assumptions they are not being respectful. Second to this is how we respond to disrespectful people towards ourselves. When we allow their words and actions to impact us we give them power over ourselves. When we take courage and stand up to disrespect we let that person know it's not ok. Jesus was not afraid to call out disrespect. When the men were going to stone the woman because of her sins He challenged them to reflect on themselves first and foremost before scorning another. May we take courage from Jesus when we are confronted with disrespect against ourselves or see it in action to be able to call it out.
I hope that all families had a lovely long weekend and were able to enjoy the beautiful weather after the very wet week. On Friday staff spent the day reflecting on assessment in mathematics and how we can ensure consistency across the grades in the way we assess. This day was a successful day led by Mrs Claremont, Mrs Curcuruto and Mr Boss. This learning will continue this week with the following System Professional Learning days:
Tuesday 11 June - Mrs Browne, Mr Farrugia and Ms DuBois will be attending System Professional Learning day. Mrs Sandra Hogan will be at school as the Relief Principal.
Wednesday 12 June - Mrs Browne, Mrs Claremont and Mrs Adams will be attending the NSW curriculum Mathematics Day. Mr Farrugia will be Acting Principal
Thursday 13 June - Mrs Browne and Mrs Claremont will be attending a day with Professor Jim Tognolini on assessment. Mr Farrugia will be attending MacKillop touch Trials. Mrs Sandra Hogan will be at school as the Relief Principal.
God Bless,
Screen Awareness Week
This week it is time to check in with your children to see that they are being safe online. To help with this we have organised two guest speakers. Please note this is an ADULT ONLY event due to the sensitive nature of the topics being covered.
Parent Forum - Think u Know Social Media and your Children and SCAM Awareness by BDCU Wednesday 12 June.
6:00 pm ThinkUKnow
Senior Constable Rachel Kennedy will present: what young people see, say and do online, the challenges they may face and how to report and get help if things go wrong. This will be an adult only forum as it will touch on sensitive topics.
7:15 pm SCAM Awareness
Hosted by BDCU: It will touch on how to spot a SCAM and what to do if you get scammed. Please mark this date in your diary now as this is a must attend event.
Changes to Academic Reports
As you may be aware, the NSW Educational Standards Authority (NESA) have undertaken a comprehensive review of the NSW Curriculum, leading to curriculum reform and subsequent implementation of a reformed curriculum which commenced in 2023. In response to the curriculum changes, Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong has made significant modifications to student semester reports for Primary schools to better reflect your child's academic progress at key points throughout the year and provide parents and carers with a clear picture of their child’s strengths and areas for improvement in specific subject areas.
The following changes will be evident in your child’s semester report from Semester 1 2024:
- A ‘new look’ report format released via Compass reflecting the outcomes of the new K-10 English and Mathematics syllabuses providing a descriptor for each of the focus areas found in the respective syllabuses
- All Kindergarten students will now receive a written report in Semester 1 and Semester 2 with a three-point grade scale used to report student achievement using the following performance descriptors:
- Thorough
- Sound
- Basic
- Students in Year 1 - Year 6 will continue to receive semester reports twice a year with a five-point grade scale used to report student achievement using the following performance descriptors:
- Extensive
- Thorough
- Sound
- Basic
- Elementary
Report formats are also available for students who are working towards outcomes by which a graded report will not accurately represent their learning progress. As an alternative to a graded report, a comment is provided for each Key Learning Area in line with the student’s goals identified in their Personalised Plan. These reports are only used following consultation between school and parents/carers.
We look forward to this positive shift in our reporting system and appreciate your continued support in your child's educational journey.
Fence Changes
We have, in consolation with the Parish, been given approval to move the fence so that it encloses the hall and ensures that students are within the school boundary at all times. We thank CEDoW for funding this and the parish for their understanding. The parish will still be able to access the hall outside of school hours through the usual booking system. It is anticipated that the work will be completed in the school holidays.
Leave
Mrs Adams will be taking two weeks leave in Weeks 9 and 10 of Term 2 to attend a family event overseas. During this time Mrs Bull will be taking Year 5. Parents who would like to discuss their child’s report with Mrs Adams will be able to do so early next term.
Mackillop Cross Country
Congratulations to Matthew in Year 6 and Bridie in Year 5 for competing in the Mackillop Cross Country last week.
Athletics Carnival
The St Paul’s School Athletics Carnival will be held as follows:
Date: Friday 21st June 2024 – Field Events
Yr 2-6 Only
(K and Yr 1 will do tabloids from 11:30am)
Thursday 27th June 2024 – Track/running Events
Kindergarten – Yr 6
Venue: St Paul’s - Oval
Time: Events will commence at 9am on both days.
Attire:The children are to wear their full sports uniform, including a hat and sunscreen and they may need a tracksuit and coat. They will also need some form of groundsheet / towel to sit on. Children are encouraged to show their House Colours with ribbons, coloured T-shirt, etc. No crepe paper please.
Need: The children will need plenty of drinks, their morning tea and lunch.
Schedule times indicated are a guide only.
100 m events are separate for each age group (8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 years) whereas all other track and field events are categorised into three groups: Junior (ages 8 - 10), Under 11 and Senior (ages 12 and over). As with all sports in the diocese, the age your child turns this year determines which age level they are placed in. In order to qualify to represent the School at the Diocesan level, student must have competed at our School carnival and must turn 8 years of age this year.
If you decide to take your child home early from the Carnival, they need to be signed out with their teacher.
All students will take part in the 100m races and tabloids. Students need to nominate for the 200m, 800m races by completing the google form by 14th June.
Parents are welcome to attend on both days. There will be a coffee van onsite on 27th June so parents can grab a hot drink. Students are not permitted to go to the coffee van.
Thank you,
Sacramental Program
The Confirmation program will commence in Term 3. This will be open to students in Year 6 who have already received the sacraments of Baptism, First Reconciliation and Holy Communion. Please keep your eye out for dates later in the term. The enrolment period will be from Saturday 13 July to Sunday 3 August.
Thank you
Catherine du Bois
Religious Education Coordinator
New Uniform Item - In stock at Whytes
Please see below the calendar overview for Term 2 2024:
| Week 7 |
Monday June 10th - King's Birthday Public Holiday Wednesday June 12th - Presentations in the Hall - 6pm Friday June 14th - Mini Vinnies Mufti Day |
| Week 8 |
Monday 17th June - Year 5 & 6 Excursion to Musical Performance at Chevalier College Thursday 20th June - Assembly at 2:15pm Friday 21st June - Athletics Carnival 1/2 - Field Events |
| Week 9 |
Thursday 27th June - Athletics Carnival 2/2 - Track Events |
| Week 10 |
Thursday 4th July - Assembly at 2:15pm Friday 5th July - Pie Drive pick up in the Hall Friday 5th July - Last Day of Term 2 |
We are holding our annual pie drive through Loftus Pies. With the added options of donuts. This is the same company we used for the past 2 years.
We are fundraising for project plans developed in conjunction with the school. This years focus is on STEM education and the related learning materials needed.
Please fill in the google form and have your payment into the account by the Wednesday the 19th of June. Funds must be cleared into the P&F account for your order to be processed.
Orders will be ready for pickup from the school hall on Friday the 5th of July from 12pm through to 3:30pm.
Friends and Family are welcome to order too.
See Flyer attached with a QR code that can be used to order as well.
Google Form to order: Pie Drive Google Form
Enjoy your Pies and Donuts.
We we have a company called Lunch Bunch Canteens who will be fulfilling our lunch orders each Tuesday and Thursday.
Please find the menu below and how to order details.
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded the Principal's Award in Week 6
| Kindergarten | Elijah | Cloribel |
| Year 1 | Sahas | Basnet |
| Year 2 | Aria | Neupane |
| Year 3/4 W | Andrew | Wexler |
| Year 3/4 B | Henry | Pertout |
| Year 5 | Sofia | De Michiel-Worgen |
| Year 6 | Shannon | O'Meley |
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded a Merit Award in Week 6
| Kindergarten | Henry | Johnstone |
| Year 1 | Oliver | Chalmers |
| Year 2 | Kristen | Aguinaldo |
| Year 3/4 W | Edison | Warburton |
| Year 3/4 B | Davide | Salvestrin |
| Year 5 | James | Elder |
| Year 6 | Alexander | Eggleston |
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded a Mission Star Award in Week 6
| Kindergarten | Peter | O'Rielly |
| Year 1 | Benny | Raz |
| Year 2 | Jemimah | Senkwe |
| Year 3/4 W | Kora | Muhlbock |
| Year 3/4 B | Hannah | Allison |
| Year 5 | Matilda | Flanigan |
| Year 6 | Aarav | Basnet |
When someone gets into trouble
Social Awareness
1. Don't laugh
2. Check if the person is alright: "Are you okay?"
3. Check with the person how you can help him/her to avoid getting into trouble.
Greetings Brain Busters,
This week is HEADACHE !!!!! This game is a lot of fun and an easy one to play with all members of the family and your friends..
Enjoy!
Mary Lou Claremont
Diverse Learning Support and Instructional Coach
Mini Vinnies Mufti Day Winter Appeal
Recently the school met with St Vincent de Paul's Moss Vale Conference President, Bill De Boek to discuss how our school can support the wider community during the 2024 Winter Appeal.
Bill has advised us that they would value donations in bulk of particular items and have provided a list.
On Friday 14th June students are invited to wear mufti clothes of choice and bring an item to donate to Mini Vinnies Winter Appeal.
Kindy - Packet Baby Wipes
Year 1 - travel size shampoo and soap
Year 2 - toothbrush and toothpaste
Year 3/4 White- Dishwashing liquid
Year 3/4 Blue- Clothes washing liquid
Year 5 - Dog and/or Cat Food (tinned or dried)
Year 6 - Dog and/or Cat Food (tinned or dried)
This is where we prepare hampers on a Friday. We are not affiliated with the Church, but they kindly donate the space for us to use on Friday mornings between 8am-
9am.
Mittagong RSL Junior Disco
Date : Saturday 29th June
Times : 4pm to 6pm
Venue: Mittagong RSL – Bessemer Street, Mittagong
Cost : $5
Ages : 0-14
Please note: This is a CASH ONLY event.
Alcohol free event.
All money raised goes back to the children in the Southern Highlands community.
If you are looking to have a birthday party , please contact the wonderful team at the RSL for help on 4872 6700 – they can organise catering for your special occasion while the children have a great time dancing and catching up with their friends, the cost for the catering is organised through the club, the cost for the entry tickets are separate!
We have several gift vouchers to win on the night.
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