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Friday 8th October to 19th November- Swimming Lessons- Prep to Year 3
27th October to 24th November - T20 Blast Cricket Clinics - Year 1 to Year 3
Tuesday 23rd November - Year 6 Rite of Passage - 7pm
Thursday 25th November - Prep Nativity Play - 9am
Thursday 25th November - Christmas Concert - 6pm
Monday 29th November - Virtual Instrumental Music Concert
Wednesday 1st December - End of Year Mass - 9am
Friday 3rd December - Last day of Term 4
Dear Parents and Carers
Another huge week this week for our school community. If you haven't had a chance yet to check out our new prep video yet then you should definitely let Maddie show you around! If you open the link below you can enjoy a day in the life of a Joey's preppie.
It is an amazing video made possible by the star of the show Maddie, Kevin from Limitless Films and our very own Mrs Wallace. I hope you enjoy it.
This week we also saw our new junior toilets and facilities open. Students were very excited to discover the 'very fancy' new facilities. We are very grateful to Reldas Constructions for providing us with these wonderful new facilities. The final product is fantastic and will prove to be a real asset to our school.
We also enjoyed meeting our new Prep students for 2022. Our newest Joey's enjoyed a great morning of fun activities, meeting the teachers and assistants and getting a taste of life in Prep. We look forward to welcoming them in the new year as they begin their school journey.
As we move quickly through the last few weeks of the term I would ask that you stay in touch with the school through our social media, newsletters and emails, as there is a great deal happening in a short period of time. As always should you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me to discuss.
Have a great week.
Tim
All Saints and All Souls Days
This week we have celebrated the church feast days of All Saints Day and All Souls Day. On these days, we remember the souls of those who have died and pay special remembrance to the Saints who have graced this world. Our students celebrated All Saints Day with a prayer focus as part of their class meditation.
Merciful Father, hear our prayers and console us.
As we renew our faith in Your Son, whom you raised from the dead, strengthen our hope that all our departed brothers and sisters will share in His resurrection.
Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.
AMEN
Remembrance Day
Millions of people around the world will stop for one minute of silence on Thursday, 11th November to commemorate those who fought and died in conflicts since World War I.
This year, our school will mark this day with a prayer and minute silence in classrooms. A group of students from Years 2 to 6 and who have a family member currently serving in the Defence Forces will attend the TCC Remembrance Day Ceremony at ANZAC Park.
All students are encouraged to wear a poppy on Thursday.
Congratulations to the following students who received a Mercy Values Awards at our final assembly for 2021.
Love'If the love of God really reigns in our heart, it will show itself on the exterior.' Catherine McAuley |
Madison Schell |
Madison encompasses the Gospel value of Love as she is empathetic and compassionate and shows consideration to others. She is thoughtful and considerate and encourages everyone. She is patient at all times, especially in group work, and ensures that others are consistently treated fairly. |
| George Austerberry |
George is a considerate friend to all those in 1A. He is a student who willingly helps others both in and out of the classroom. George has demonstrated this throughout the school year, especially during literacy groups each week when he assists other students in reading and writing activities when noticing they need help. |
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| Harriet Kelly |
Harriet is a very thoughtful and caring student. If she can see someone is struggling, Harriet does not hesitate to offer them a helping hand. She always cheers on her fellow classmates during swimming lessons, encourages everyone to try their best and congratulates other students on their successes. |
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Community'No matter how small the gift, God gives the increase.' Catherine McAuley |
Finn Hallaux |
Finn has been using his initiative to help out our classroom community. He sees jobs that need doing, like stacking chairs, picking up rubbish and straightening books on shelves, and he does them so our shared classroom space is tidy. Your thoughtfulness is appreciated, Finn! |
| Cameron Dobbins |
Cameran could see a student was frustrated during a lesson. Cameron took it upon himself to change groups to support his peers and ensure they felt included. Cameron can often be seen helping out and also happy to help out both teacher and teaching assistance. |
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| Asha Rule |
Asha shows respect to all. She is patient, gentle and is a positive presence wherever she goes. Asha’s smile is contagious. She encourages others, helps wherever she can and shows care for others and the environment. |
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| Evie Claire |
Evie is a kind and compassionate class member. She is a student who is willing to help all students and demonstrates leadership when helping Prep students in the playground. Evie is very supportive to her peers and demonstrates a caring nature always. |
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ExcellenceWe can never say, ‘it is enough.’ Catherine McAuley |
Atticus Rahmel |
Atticus is a flexible, creative learner who enjoys new challenges. He sets an example of excellence in behaviour and consistently completes his work to a high standard in all learning areas. He is a positive influence in the classroom and shows respect and rigour every day. |
| Elena Coppola |
Elena is a conscientious student who always works to the best of her ability. She takes ownership of her own learning by completing tasks when absent from lessons without being prompted. Elena takes pride in her work and consistently completes all her work to a high standard. |
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| Isabella Orsini |
Isabella consistently works to the best of her ability. She is keen to try new strategies and begins work as soon as it is set. Isabella recognises when she needs assistance or clarification and seeks help without delay. She has a positive attitude towards her school work and works well with her peers. Well done Isabella, keep up the good work! |
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| Elizabeth Bowrey |
Elizabeth is an enthusiastic and eager student. She accepts challenges, gives 100% in everything she does and is always looking for ways in which she can improve her work. The positive attitude Elizabeth has towards learning is so contagious that it can’t help but excite those around her too. |
Dear Parents and Carers
A reminder about these two important items for Instrumental Music.
- End of year Instrumental Music Concert (Virtual). All instrumental students will be recording a piece with their teachers over the next couple of weeks. This is an exciting opportunity for your child to record their tune, which will then be combined into concert footage with all other music students and released to parents on Monday 29th November. More information on this video release will be emailed to parents closer to the date.
- Enrolment into the 2022 Instrumental Program. Enrolment is now open for continuing and new students wishing to be involved in the program next year. Students in year 2 to year 6 have a variety of instrumental areas they can pursue. Please note that certain instruments are only available in certain year levels. For more information on the different instruments available and fees, please visit the school website here. Please note that parents of continuing instrumental students, as well as new students, need to complete the enrolment form here. Enrolments close on Friday 3rd December 2021 (The last day of term 4).
Please reach out to me via email if you have any questions about the above. I look forward to a musical end to 2021!
Jason Bennett
Technology and Instrumental Music Coordinator
