2021, Term 4, Week 9 Newsletter

Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

WOW! What a busy and amazing week we have had! The two major events of the week, the Adventure Park excursion and the F-2 Extended Day / Sleep over were fantastic experiences for our students and enjoyed by all involved. It has been so pleasing to see events such as this taking place. This week we also jammed in our final sports sessions with Peter Varley, RACV safety squad visits, Year 6 open water swimming, final swimming lessons for Yr 3-5 and Foundation transition 3. It has been great to fit so much in, our students have certainly earned it. 

Key events coming up 

Koroit Carols by the Railway - Sunday 5th Dec 3-5pm 

Some of our students are participating in the Koroit Carols by the Railway. We are the 8th act on the program and our choir, led by Monique Brown, will be singing two carols. Jingle Bell Rock and Santa Claus is coming to Town. See more information in this newsletter. 

Orientation Day - Tuesday 7th Dec 11.30-1.30

This Tuesday students will gather in their 2022 class groupings. 2022 class structure will be F/1 Kelly Jones, F/1 Tegan McDonald, 2/3 Helen Swarbrick, 4/5 Shona Louden & To be appointed and 5/6 Lynn Dwyer and To be appointed. 

Miss Louden will be teaching Gr 4/5 for 4 days per week in 2022 and Mrs Dwyer will be teaching Gr 5/6 for 3 days per week in 2022. The appointment process for all 2022 staff is still underway. 

The Gift - Thursday 9th Dec

Beginning at 5:30 pm and closing at approx 8:00 pm. “A Gift” begins with a welcome and a picnic (BYO) where a family activity takes place through a Pass The Parcel game during the picnic. This is then followed by the Christmas/Advent Liturgy – Play Titled: “A Journey about a Gift ”.  Each class takes on the role of angels – Foundation/1, shepherds – Years One/Two, merchants – Years Three/Four,  Wise men and women/nobles – Years 4/5 and Jesus, Mary, Joseph, Inn Keepers, Augustus and so on. – Year 6. Then a Gallery Walkthrough ‘A GIFT To EARTH “ art exhibition. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. See more information in this newsletter.

Yr 6 Graduation- Tuesday 14th Dec 6pm

Please join us to celebrate our Year 6 students as they complete their education journey at St. Patrick’s.  

When:  Tuesday 14th of December 6:00- 7:00pm. Where: Infant Jesus Church Koroit.  This event is a graduation ceremony, with all St Pats families welcome to attend. We will also be farewelling staff who are leaving us at the end of 2021 at this ceremony. See more information in this newsletter. 

Enjoy a great weekend,

Kind regards,

Nick Murrell

Principal

Students of the Week

Room 3

Eleanor Huckstepp for the way she responsibly participated in our practices for ‘The Gift’ performance. She helped others learn the dance moves and demonstrated what it means to be a great leader. Keep up the great work Eleanor!

Jordie Quarrell for the responsible way she always lends a helping hand to others. No job is too big or too small for her. She is a fantastic role model for her peers. Thank you for all your hard work! Well done Jordie. 

Room 4

Sadie Langdon for the enthusiastic way she approaches her learning in class. Sadie is a responsible student who always puts her hand up to answer questions, is polite and cooperates with  her peers in our room. Sadie strives to complete her school work quickly and to a very good standard. Well done Sadie, keep up the great work!  

Room 5

Myra Quill for the respectful and friendly way she treats others. Myra, your friendly smile and the welcoming way you encourage others to join you in groups is a pleasure to see. Well done. 

Jaxon Leishman for the responsible way he settles to work quickly and finishes his work to a high standard. Jaxon, it is amazing to see that you always push yourself to produce your very best work. Keep up the great effort.

Room 7

Matthew Lenehan for the respectful and inclusive way Matthew shared the Geelong Water park excursion with his peers. Matthew enthusiastically included his classmates in his day, listened carefully to instructions, having many fun and enjoyable moments with his mates.

Beau Porter for his endeavour to become lost in a great story. Beau has shared his love for reading and analysing storylines with peers demonstrating a very clear comprehension. Beau has expressed his enjoyment of the suspense stories created and the questions it makes him ask.

Zoe Dobson for her competitive edge and leadership at the Moyne Cricket competition. Zoe was a fantastic role model for the game of cricket, helping teammates with their technique and cheering her team on.

Ace Bidmade for his studious efforts to follow the informative text structure when writing about the Geelong Water Park. Ace was quick to use his personal experience to describe park attractions yet keep his writing factual and informative.

Hall

Ellie O’Connell for the responsible approach she has had to all school activities this term.  Ellie, you are organised in your learning, you always work to achieve your best and you should be proud of all of your efforts. Well done. 

Georgia Arthur for the respectful and thoughtful approach she has in all of her interactions. Georgia, you are a wonderful organiser of tasks and inclusive of your peers, and you are respectful and polite to everyone.  Thank you Georgia, I think I will miss you giving me reminders!

Lucinda McLean for being a caring class member who always has a positive attitude and a smile for her friends.  Lucinda, you have shared wonderful stories, enthusiastically participated in discussions and made many of us smile. Thank you for the respectful way you interact with everyone.  

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday to Tilly Van Rysingen and Charlotte Lilley who are celebrating a birthday at this time.

Dates to Remember

CANTEEN

Wednesday 12th December - Anne Brittain

Friday 10th December - Jennifer Quill

Wednesday 15th December - Chloe Harlock

REMINDERS

 December

 3rd - Foundation 2022 transition program 2.15-3.15

5th - Koroit Carols by the Railway Sunday  3-5pm

7th - Orientation Day  11.30-1.30

9th - A Gift Performance / Christmas liturgy  5.30pm - 8.00pm

14th - Yr 6 Graduation Tuesday  6-7pm

15th - Yr F-6 Fun Days

16th - Last day of term Thursday  2.30pm finish

Grade 6 Graduation

Kris Kringle

Just a reminder all classes will be participating in Kris Kringle this year, a notice will be sent home about KK.  There is a $10 limit.

Christmas Raffle

Sent home with students today is a book of tickets for the annual P&F Christmas Raffle.
Thanks in advance for your assistance in selling tickets.  The raffle will be drawn on the final day of school.

Koroit Carols By The Railway

" The Gift"

Picnic in the Paddock

Outside School Hour Care

Star of the Sea Parish Bulletin

Gymnastics Holiday Program

Beach Festival