2023, Term 4, Week 7 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. 

Principal's Message

Dear parents and carers,

P&F AGM
The P&F met on Wednesday for the AGM. This year, we have not elected a new committee at this point as we are looking at a restructure of the Committee. Stay tuned for further details.

I want to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to the outgoing committee, headed by Amy Perry and Tammy Langdon, along with the Picnic in the Paddock committee led by Amy Atwell for the incredible work you have done. Your dedication to supporting parents, fostering community, and contributing to the well-being of our families is truly commendable. Your efforts make a positive impact, and we are grateful for the sense of connection and support you provide.

See the Presidents Report elsewhere in the Newsletter.

Sporting Events

Tryathlon - congratulations to all of our students who participated in the individual and team Tryathlon on Tuesday. Kudos to all the students who stepped outside their comfort zones! It's truly inspiring and wonderful to witness your enthusiastic participation. Embracing new challenges is a key to personal growth, and your willingness to engage in different experiences is commendable. Keep up the fantastic work, and continue to explore the amazing opportunities that come your way!

Thanks also to the parents who volunteered their time to transport bikes, marshall around the course and support the students.

Basketball - Thursday saw our Grade 5/6 All Star Hooptime team headed to Hamilton for the Regional Finals. Although the girls did not make the finals on the day, they had a couple of close games and a great day out. Thanks to Rhiannon Everall and Kate Dobson (you know which one!) for their coaching and to all the parents who supported them on the day.

Show Jumping - Recently, Niamh represented our school in Interschool Showjumping with her horse, Mal (Garnet Bram). Mal is a six year old that Niamh has been riding for 10 months. The event ran over three days and Niamh placed second in her class. Congratulations Niamh.

End of Year Events

Mass Monday 4th December, 11.30am (rescheduled due to priest availability)
Christmas Performance and BBQ Thursday 7th December, 5.30pm
Grade 6 Graduation Wednesday 13th December

Have a great weekend.

Regards,

Nick Murrell

Principal

Proposed Japan trip in 2024

The Warrnambool Catholic Schools Network is having an Information Meeting regarding a proposed Japan Trip for students in 2024. This meeting is open to staff and families from network schools who have an interest, and would like to know more about the trip. 

When: Wednesday 22nd November 4pm - 5pm

Where: St. Joseph's Primary School, 70 Botanic Rd, Warrnambool (enter via reception)

What: The aim of this meeting is to present information regarding the proposed Japan Trip for students in September 2024. (Year 6 students, and the possibility of Year 5 students - TBC) 

Information on pricing is currently being gathered and will be available at the meeting.

Please register your interest in attending via this link: 

P & F AGM - President's Report

This year our Parents & Friends have been as productive as ever. Fundraising efforts are back to normal post the long COVID period and our social/community aspect of the P&F has been in full swing. We have been fortunate to have our meetings in the new school building (Teachers staffroom) and still being able to meet via Zoom for those that are unable to attend in person.

We have had strong participation in our major fundraising events the Folk Festival BBQ, Irish Festival baked potatoes and our very own Picnic in the Paddock. The P&F have hosted the School Disco, end of term student fun lunch days, catered at funerals and various in-service days and provided the Mother’s and Father’s Day gifts. This year we had our first Father’s Day event with plans to host a Mother’s Day event next year.

We have been able to fundraise $42,489.59 for the school this year. These funds will be used to assist in the purchase of new playground equipment, outdoors sports line marking and other wish list items the teachers have provided to enhance the learning and growth of our children at St Patricks.
In addition to the above, we have also been able to assist with the costs of, graduation gifts, farewell gifts and sporting equipment.

We are very excited about the future of our fundraising and community prospects, with many new ideas being put forward. We welcome new parents and friends anytime to share ideas as without our parents this committee would not be so successful.

We would like to thank the executive members of this committee, the major event co-coordinators, the co-ordinators of all the different roles within the P&F and the general committee members for their support and assistance throughout the year. Your commitment is well and truly appreciated.

Thank-you to the teachers and the members of our school community for their assistance and volunteering, without your continued support our school would not be the wonderful place that it is.

On a personal note, we would like to thank Nick. Mr Murrell you have always been supportive, appreciative of all that the P&F do and have been a true blessing for St Patricks Primary school. We and the school community will sadly say farewell at the end of this year to you but wish you well on your next adventure. Please remember the ‘friends’ part of P&F and we have already rostered you on at the Folk Festival BBQ in 2024.

The P&F will strive to have fundraising success again in 2024 and as outgoing P&F Presidents we wish the
committee well.

Yours sincerely

Amy and Tammy

COVID-19 update

We are aware of instances of COVID-19 presenting again in our local community.

It is recommended that you should isolate for at least 5 days and until you don’t have symptoms anymore. This means you should not go to work, school or grocery shopping, especially if you work with people at a higher risk of becoming very sick with COVID-19. (Source: Vic.Gov.au Coronavirus)

Scholarship Opportunity -

Bendigo Bank (Port Fairy & District Community Bank) are currently offering scholarships for students entering Year 7 in 2024.  Further information has been sent home with Grade 6 students.

Scholastic Book Club

Issue 8 of Book Club has just been released.  You can view an online version of the catalogue at https://issuu.com/scholastic_australia/docs/bc_8-23_issuu?fr=xPf81NTU.

There is a Troll’s competition on page 9 and the back page. https://scholastic.com.au/booksellers/competitions/trolls/

Beginner Guitar Lessons

From Term 1 next year, beginner guitar lessons will be offered here at school. Please see below for information and register your interest with Dylan.

Lost Property

Are you missing any uniform items? There are particularly a lot of jumpers in our Lost Property basket (or overflowing from it!). 

If you could please remember also to label your uniform items so your uniforms don't end up here!

School Fees/Volunteer Levy

Current Statements have been sent home this week.  If you have assisted with an event but are yet to claim a deduction to your Volunteer Levy, please see the office to complete a form.  Volunteer Levy deductions for 2023 must be recieved by the last week in Novemeber.

For those with. outstanding account balances, we would appreciate if you could please make arrangements at your earliest convenience.  If you are having difficulty with your account, do not hesitate to speak confidentially with me to discuss payment options.

Nick Murrell

Uniform Sale

A $10 sale on uniform stock held at school continues through CDFPay (excludes School Bags, Hats and Sports Polos).

Star of the Sea Parish Bulletin

Student Awards

Room 1

Bodhi Lindrea for his exceptional performance in our 'money' maths unit this week. Your leadership in helping your classmates and sharing your knowledge is commendable. Keep up the outstanding work Bodhi!

Milla Lieshman for her persistence and resilience this term, particularly in the mornings! You are able to recognise challenges are normal and use your bounce back strategies to help. Well done Milla, keep up the wonderful work!

Scout Langdon for constantly being a respectful, responsible and safe member of Room 1. You are a wonderful role model for your peers as you are always kind, caring and helpful. Well done Scout!

Room 2

Harley Watson for working hard on growing his mindset and seeing what he can achieve when he applies himself to all areas of learning. Harley, you have worked so hard this term and because of that, you have been able to enjoy so much success in your learning! Well done.

Ryker Lane for always quietly inspiring your classmates with your respectful and responsible attitude towards our school. You are always happy to help others and you demonstrate thoughtfulness in your interactions with other students. Thanks for being a wonderful class leader!

Room 4

Mav Cuolahan for being very focused on your learning and achieving terrific end of year results in your reading, spelling and in maths. You should feel very proud of your efforts, Mav and keep up the great work. Well done!

Zephyr Lane for the amazing effort you made running in an age group above yours, to ensure the grade 4 boys had a team to compete in the try-athlon. Thank you Zephyr for always helping out your friends! 

Jordie Quarrell for being responsible in her commitment to being the best learner she can be this term. Jordie is keen to learn, develop new skills and knowledge, then share with others what she knows, particularly with her writing. Keep up the great work Jordie!

Room 5

Will Lane for the excellent progress that you have made in reading. Will we are impressed with how fluently you read, the expression you are beginning to put into your reading and especially the level of understanding you show when we discuss the text. Well done.

Mazie Fechete for showing leadership and cooperation in the classroom. Mazie, we regularly see you working with others to share your understanding of a concept and this helps others with their learning. We appreciate the effort you put into helping others.

Room 7

Anthony Reece for the amazing effort you made competing in the swimming component of the Try-athlon. Thank you for your positive attitude and teamwork.  

Allira Askew for always being a focused worker and achieving excellent results, especially in spelling and maths. Great work Allira! 

Ella Lumsden for excellent results in both spelling and reading testing. Exceptional work Ella, well done!

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday to Jack Lane and Zephyr Lane who are celebrating their birthdays at this time. 

Canteen Roster

Please see below for the current version of the Canteen Roster.

Cake Raffle - Term 4

Thanks to those who put their hand up for the cake raffle roster so far this year.  

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

Thanks,

Kate

0408 399 144

Term 4 Assembly Roster

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

Dates to Remember

REMINDERS

November

23rd- Swimming Lessons

24th- Foundation Transition

30th- Swimming Lessons

December

1st- Foundation Transition

4th- End of Year Mass

7th- Christmas Performance and BBQ

10th- Koroit Christmas Carols at the Stage

12th- Oriendation Day (Grade 6 to Secondary School)

13th- Grade 6 Graduation

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