2023, Term 3, Week 6 Newsletter

Acknowledgement of Country

St. Patrick's School acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work, the Koroitch-gundidj people of the Maar Nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. 

A Prayer for First Eucharist Candidates

Jesus,

Through the Eucharist, we recognise you, we remember you and we become one with you.

In the coming weeks of preparation, we pray that these children also know you in the breaking of the bread and the sharing of the cup.

We pray that sharing at your table enables them to lead Eucharistic lives in which they work for unity and peace in our community and our world.

We ask God’s richest blessings on them as they journey with you.

Amen

Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

Today our school, led by the Year 6 Wellbeing team, participated in the National Day of Action Against Bullying. The NDA theme for this year was 'growing connections'. This theme supported research findings that strong school community connections and social skills are protective factors in the prevention of bullying and help enable positive, help-seeking behaviours in students. The day involved our Year 6 wellbeing team leading a rotation of activities for all students including a treasure hunt, an art activity, cooperative play and the creation of a wellbeing display for our school. 

Our Social Justice Team Leaders for Term 3 concluded their “Mission Mini Mart” today. Thank you to the families who supported the group by providing goods to sell and to all the children (and staff!) who supported the stall. The final amount raised is yet to be tallied up but it is in the vacinity of $400 which will go towards the work of the Catholic Missions. 

This Sunday a group of our students are making their First Eucharist at the 9.00am parish mass.  They have been doing a family based program to prepare for this important sacrament, which enables them to be full members of the Church. We wish them well and pray for them in their faith journey. We also thank Ms. McDonald for her coordination of this sacrament on a school and community level. 

Next Thursday, August 24, we are celebrating Book Week by dressing up as a book character or something along the “Read, Grow, Inspire” theme. All students are invited to participate. 

I hope everyone enjoys a safe and happy weekend,

Kind regards,

Nick Murrell

Principal

Book Week 2023 - Week 7

On Thursday, August 24  (Week 7) the staff and students at St Patricks will celebrate Book Week. Everyone is encouraged to dress up as their favourite story book character on this day. We will have a parade of all the amazing costumes at 9:05am in the Hall and then the students will return to their classrooms and participate in different Book Week activities. Visitors are most welcome to come along to the parade and then visit the students in their classrooms to see all of the Book Week action.

Read Grow Inspire

First Eucharist Sacrament

A group of students from Grade 4 and 5 are now preparing for their First Eucharist.

The celebration of the sacrament will be held on Sunday 20th August at 9.00 am at Infant Jesus Church.

Star of the Sea South West Coast Parish has a Piety Stall based at Port Fairy with religious gifts and books.  If you are interested in purchasing a gift for this (or an any other) occasion, please contact Marita on 0402 431 053.

Student Voice - Senior Hooptime

by Beau Porter and Tighe Perry

This week, the senior area went to the ARC Stadium for a basketball competition called Hooptime.

We had four teams: Rookies, Future Stars, All Star Boys and All Star Girls. 

We played against 7 different schools: Koroit and District, St Pats Port Fairy, Port Fairy Consolidated, Grasmere, Woolsthorpe and Hawkesdale.

The All Star Girls team won the finals and will go on to the next level.

The All Star Boys came runners up in the Grand Final against Port Fairy Consolidated. 

The Future Stars team just missed the chance to get into the Semi-Finals and the Rookies team won 3 out of 5 of their games.

Everyone had a great day and the St. Patrick’s community would be proud of the teamwork and sportsmanship on display. 

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National Day of Action Against Bullying in Australia

Today our school celebrated the National Day of Action Against Bullying in Australia- also called Bullying No Way day.  Our school participated in activities organised by the Year 6 Student Wellbeing leaders- Niamh, Grace, Ella, Allira, Elise, Esther and Addy. 

These activities included a treasure hunt around the school hunting for anti-bullying messages and creating some displays for Wellbeing around the school.  

If your Child Talks About Bullying

• Listen Calmly and get the full story
• Reassure your child that they are not to blame. 

• Ask your child what they want to do about it and how you can help.

• Visit www.bullyingnoway.gov.au to find some strategies.

• Contact the school.

• Check in regularly with your child. 

Written by Beau Porter

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School Closure Days

Please note that there are two school closure days coming up on Thursday August 31st and Friday September 1st.  Staff members will be off site on these days working on RE and Literacy planning.

Fathers Day/Special Person Breakfast

Remember to get your orders in for the Fathers Day/Special Person breakfast via CDFPay. Orders close 25th August.

School Fees

Each year our school receives approximately 85% of funding toward the overall cost of running our school for the year from the Federal and State Governments. Consequently, our school community is required to raise the remaining 15% each year to provide the tuition, programs and resources our children need to ensure the best education. This 15% is raised through School Fees, Student Levies, donations and fundraising.

Currently, for this period in time, we have a substantial amount of outstanding school fees, we understand that there is still half of the school year to go, however, if you could give this some thought it would be appreciated. If you have any outstanding school fees it would be appreciated if you could attend to these in the near future. If you have any questions please contact Bronie or Nick and be assured of respect and total confidentiality. No child will be restricted in accessing a quality Catholic Education at St Patrick’s because of prohibitive school fees.

Volunteer Levy

If you have done anything that may entitle you to a credit against your volunteer levy, please collect a form the office.  

Student Awards

Room 1

Bodhi Lindrea for his efforts in English this week. Bodhi has worked very hard to segment his sounds and blend them back together to read on his own during fluency practise. Well done Bodhi.

Hector Warrick for his amazing attitude towards school. Hector comes into school each morning with a huge smile on his face and ready to learn. Keep up the great attitude Hector. 

Billy Martin for his growth mindset this week in all learning areas! Billy, you have tried your very best and I am very proud of you for that. Well done.

Sachnoor Kaur for her outstanding work in maths. You have worked so hard learning to skip count your multiplication groups by 2s. Keep up the great work!

Room 2

Whole Class for being flexible, respectful and responsible for all the teachers they have had in Room 2 this week.

Room 4

Year 3 Students for their fantastic efforts on the grade 3/4 Kangaroobie camp. They all always displayed our values of being Responsible, Respectful and Safe. Everyone helped where needed, encouraged and supported others in trying new experiences, listened to instructions, used his manners and worked as a team. Well done, we are very proud of you!

Room 5

Year 4 Students for the amazing way that you joined in all activities on camp and for supporting each other while you were at Kangaroobie. We hope you enjoyed some quality time with your friends from Year 3.

Room 7

Anthony Reece for his outstanding participation at Hooptime on Tuesday. Anthony, you played the games fairly, with enthusiasm and as a great team player. Congratulations, Well done

Grace McMahon for her outstanding participation at Hooptime on Tuesday. Grace, you demonstrated leadership for the team and played each of the games skillfully, within the rules and as a great team player. Congratulations, Well done

Our Diocesan Community - July 2023

The July edition of the Our Diocesan Community publication is now available on line - please use the link below.

Cake Raffle - Term 3

Thanks to those who put their hand up for the cake raffle roster early in the year.  I have been contacting people week by week but have now put together a list for Term 3.  If the date you are listed for doesn't suit, please try to arrange a swap.

If you would like to go on the list in Term 4, please let me know.

Thanks,

Kate

0408 399 144

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday to Angus Povey who is celebrating his Birthday at this time. 

Term 3 Assembly Roster

Parents & Friends

Picnic in the Paddock

Directwear Uniform

As stock runs out at school Directwear will start supplying the items, they will be available to buy on their website at www.directwear.com.au  

Uniforms can be collected from the Directwear home address in Warrnambool or posted to you.

Items now available on the website are:

Short Sleeve Polos - sizes 8 & 10    $28.95

Black Sports Shorts -sizes 6, 8 & 14   $32.50

Grey Pants - sizes 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 & 16   $54.50

Black Trackpants  - sizes 6, 8, 10, 12   $40.00

Black Skorts - sizes 8 & 10 $32.50

School Dress - All sizes $38.95

Contact details for Direct wear are:

email info@directwear.com.au or phone Dion Jansz: 0412 654 406

Star of the Sea Parish Bulletin

MacKillop Family Services

Could you make a difference to a young life?
Could this be what you are looking for?
Foster carers come from all walks of life. They can be working, not working or
retired; married or single; in same-sex relationships; and can own or rent their
home. The most essential criteria are that they care, can provide a safe and
nurturing home, and have room in their home to support a vulnerable child or
sibling group.
If you would like to know more call MacKillop Family Services on 1300 791 677,
visit www.mackillop.org.au/fostercare or ring Alana in our Warrnambool office on
5500 2000.

Dates to Remember

REMINDERS

August

14th - Traffic Safety Incursion - Room 1, 2 and 4

15th - Grade 5/6 Hooptime

17th - Mini Mission Mart

18th - National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence

20th - First Eucharist

23rd - P&F Meeting (7.30pm)

24th - Book Week Dress Up

25th - Orders Close for Fathers Day/Special Person Breakfast

25th - Responsible Pet Education Incursion (Foundation - Grade 3)

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