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St Joseph’s School News
Term 1 Week 4 19 February 2019
Upcoming EventsWednesday February 20 Prep Day OffPrep Testing Day
Friday February 22 Senior District Swimming: 10:00am Cowes Primary School
Monday February 25 PSG WeekWhole School Assembly: 9:00am
Tuesday February 26 Parent Teacher Interviews
Wednesday February 27 Prep Day OffPrep Testing Day
Thursday February 28 Parent Teacher Interviews
Friday March 1 Andrew Chinn Concert: 9:30am Senior Divisional Swimming: 10:00am Korumburra Outdoor PoolBowls Practice Grades 5/6:10:00am Wonthaggi Bowls Club
Monday March 4 Whole School Assembly: 9:00am Grade 3/4 Kids Helpline online session: 11:30amGrade 5/6 Kids Helpline online session: 2:30pm
Tuesday March 5 Shrove Tuesday
Wednesday March 6 Ash Wednesday Mass: 9:30amPrep Day Off
Monday March 11 Labour Day Public Holiday
Wednesday March 13 Prep Full Day
Thursday March 14 Regional Swimming
Friday March 15 5/6 Divisional Bowls: 10:00am Wonthaggi Bowls Club
Monday March 18 Whole School Assembly: 9:00amGrade 5/6 Kids Helpline online session: 2:30pm
Saturday March 23 & Sunday March 24 The Emmaus Mass - Presentation Mass for all 2019 Sacraments: Wonthaggi & Inverloch
Monday March 25 Whole School Assembly: 9:00am
Principal’s ReportDear Parents, Students, Staff and all associated with St Joseph’s CommunityThere can be no doubt that the events of the past couple of weeks – widespread flooding across much of Queensland and devastating fires in parts of NSW, and, thank-fully to a lesser extent, the fires at Grantville which hit close to home - have in some way touched each of us in a profound way. Through the eyes of the media we have been made acutely aware of something of the reality that is faced by so many in the wake of such devastation. For those of us who have had the fortune of never having to experience this degree of loss - loss of homes, livelihoods and in some cases life itself - it is very difficult for us to comprehend the gravity of such events. It is in the face of such moments, in the darkest hours of people’s need, however, that the true light and goodness of the human spirit comes to the fore. The enormous outpouring of prayer, solidarity, goodwill and tremendous generosity of time, money and materials is always quite incredible. It is indeed a heartening sign of true hope and a recognition that we are people who are created in goodness and in love. May we endeavour to be mindful of those who are experiencing considerable heartache and loss at this time, both individually and collectively. Week 4 generally brings with it a satisfying relief that the year has begun successfully and that life within the school has once again settled comfortably into a productive routine. The hype and anxiety that is often attached to the return to school is now almost a distant memory, and students are hopefully a little more certain of new expectations, which are often encountered with new teachers and a changed learning environment. It is important that as parents you remain recognisably supportive, particularly in these first few weeks, as students settle into these new routines and accustom themselves with different expectations and teaching styles which may vary from teacher to teacher, class to class. A positive working partnership between home and school is absolutely vital in ensuring that a share sense of responsibility is geared towards always maintaining what is best for each and every child.Parent Concerns If parents have any concerns about their child’s welfare or progress at any time, their first point of contact should be their child’s teacher. Parents are asked to make an appointment to see their child’s teacher and outline to that teacher what the appointment is about. Teachers are not available during class time, but a message can be left at the School Office. Staff Meetings are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and therefore teachers are unable to meet on these days for parent interviews. Parents should avoid approaching teachers to address important issues close to class time, as this can disrupt the class routine.Parents are very welcome to telephone, send an email or note to the teacher. Teachers will then get in contact at their earliest convenience, hopefully within 24-48 hours. Please note that messages sent on weekends or after 6:00pm will be addressed by staff on the next school day.Yours in Catholic Education Ronan O’Mahony Principal
Thought for the WeekTeaching kids to count is fine; but teaching them what counts is best.
Loris Malaguzzi
PrayerTeach me to listen, O God, to those
nearest me, my family and my friends.
Help me to be aware that no matter what words I hear, the message is,
Accept the person I am. Listen to me.
Help me to be less afraid to trust the voice inside - in the deepest part of me.
2019 Student Residential Address Collection
Bass Coast Young Leaders Work Shop
All families will have received a letter from the Australian Government (via CareMonkey) advising that all schools are being requested to provide a statement of addresses for students enrolled in 2019.
This process occurs every few years following a census and enables a periodic reassessment of a school’s Socioeconomic Status (SES) level required as part of the Australian Govern-ment’s funding arrangements. Please note that information in the statement of addresses provided by the school to the Department of Education and Training is de-identified.
2019 SCHOOL FEESSchool Fees will be sent out
by the end of this week. We apologise for the delay.
If you have not received your statement by the following week,
please check your email address with the office as soon as possible.
If you are paying via direct debit, please check that this is being taken out
of your account and your statements reflect this.
If you have concerns about being able to pay at this time it is
important you make an appointment with
Principal Ronan O’Mahony to discuss your situation.
CDFpay - our cash free platform
Have you set up your account yet?
Moving forward in 2019, St Joseph’s will become cash free. All school lunch orders will be processed online through our cash free platform CDF Pay.
Please follow the link below to set up your account. https://stjwonthaggi.cdfpay.org.au
If you have any questions or require help, please contact the school office.
Andrew Chinn
On Tuesday, February 2, the Young Leaders of Bass Coast participated in a workshop. These were students who had been nominated by their schools to receive an award for being noticed as great leaders.
Arriving at the Old Post Office in Wonthaggi, everyone began the day by getting to know the person sitting beside them, asking each other certain questions. We were then split into three groups and headed out to our activities.
Two of the groups started with cooking and bowls, and the other group made their own music. Our group started with bowls which we had to play inside as it was raining. We learned how to make the bowl curve the right way towards the kitty or jack. It was good fun and great to learn how to do it. Next we did cooking and made a Thai dessert, which included sweet potato and coconut cream with sugar. We all got to taste it, and it was great to try something new.
The group doing music were writing, and making a beat for what would later become a song. We started by all being given a sheet of paper between two. On that paper we wrote words about what we like about our community. Next we found rhyming words to put into an A B C D chart and went around in a circle rapping or singing what we wrote. We recorded our words and added music which then made it a song. We finished the day having lunch with the mayor and deputy mayor then a game of dodgeball.
Nate Shields-Strong & Sarah Seuren
St Joseph’s Easter RaffleOnce again it’s time for our Annual Easter Raffle. In past years this has been an excellent fundraiser for the students of our school. It has always been greatly supported by the families to donate an Easter Egg, chocolate bar or basket/cellophane to the school, which will enable us to make up Easter baskets to raffle at the school assembly on Monday April 1 at 9:00am.
Raffle tickets will be sent home with your child to sell at 50 cents per ticket (selling both sides) which need to be returned to the school with money no later than Thursday March 28. Make sure you clearly write the full name and phone number of the person purchasing the ticket. CDFPay is also an option for this fundraiser, just return the front cover of your raffle book with PAID VIA CDF printed clearly on the front.
APPEARING HERE AT ST JOSEPH’S SCHOOL
Friday March 1
Photographing of Students
Senior News - 5/6Buongiorno a tutti. Che Dio ti benedica. Like the rest of the school we are trying to use Italian as often as we can. We greet each other and mark the roll in Italian and now we are trying to learn an Italian prayer.
In our math lessons we are learning about place value up to 7 digit numbers, using two or three decimal places. We are using dice to generate random numbers to work with and we have also used number expanders to help us describe large numbers in different ways.
Students are practising finding Just Right books using the 5 finger test and learning about different genre types. We are making predictions as we read and are also making text to self, text to text and text to world connections.
Currently in Integrated Studies we are learning about identity, ethical principles and metacognition, which means we are thinking about our thinking. We are keeping track of our emotions using an emotional barometer and are considering lots of ethical dilemmas using different thinking hats.
In Religious Education our focus is learning about Catholic Social Teaching. We know that Preferential Option for the Poor means everyone in the world should get a fair share of the world’s resources, and Dignity of the Human Person means we are all equally loved by God no matter who we are.
Jennifer Lawlor - 5/6 Teacher
Junior News - 1/2
In the interest of child safety, parents are asked to note that photos
of students taken at school events should only be of their own child/ren
unless permission has been given.
It is also not appropriate to place photos of school events up on to any
means of social media where the identity of other students can
be ascertained (unless the expressed permission has been given
by parents).
Conveyance Allowance
The 1/2s have had a very exciting start to the term. We are currently learning about Procedural text. Last week we wrote a procedure detailing how to make bread and today we made our own bread. It was delicious! Students are practising counting patterns in Maths and learning all about how we can care for God’s creation in Religion. We can’t wait to share all our learning with you on Seesaw, if you haven’t signed up already don’t for get to do so.
Tracy Allan - 1/2 Teacher
STEAMThis year at St Josephs we have
introduced a new specialist subject - STEAM.Standing for Science,
Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics, STEAM allows students
the opportunity to explore those various curriculum areas in a variety
of engaging ways.
Week 3 saw the commencement of STEAM lessons and some very excited students! Prep explored how we can create colours by mixing 2 different
paint colours together. 1/2 discovered the science behind slime and created
some. 3/4 worked on constructing various movable robotic sets and 5/6 started their designs for their famous
landmark replica’s that they will be constructing in the coming weeks.
There is lots more fantastic learning experiences coming this term in STEAM
so make sure to like the St Josephs Facebook pages for weekly photos of
whats been happening!
Sarah Keating - STEAM
Parent Teacher Interviews: Tues February 26 & Thurs February 28
Parent Teacher Interviews will take place Tuesday 26 & Thursday 28 February from 3:30 to 6:00pm. Parents who are involved in PSG meetings are NOT required to arrange an appointment.1. Log onto St Joseph’s School website www.stjosephs.catholic.edu.au and click on the SCHOOL INTERVIEWS icon located on our home page.2. Enter the school event code: hhd2s 3. Hit Go 4. Follow the 3 easy steps
School Interviews Enter your details Choose Teachers Choose TimesYour appointment times will be emailed directly to you to confirm your bookings.If you have any questions or need help to arrange an appointment, please contact the school office and this can be done for you.
Forms are available at the school office
Applications Close March 13
Parish NewsPLEASE PRAY FOR: The anniversaries of Rob Dalmau, Graeme Moresco, Giuseppe Tiziani, Fr, Emanuel (Manny) Spiteri, Fr. Wladyslaw (Les) Lisik and our own deceased loved ones and benefactors.
PRAYER SHAWL GROUP: Will recommence on Monday 18th February @ 1:30pm Church Annex, Inverloch. If you like to knit or crochet and enjoy a chat over a cuppa then come along. We meet on the 3rd Monday of the month to create shawls/rugs that are blessed then wrapped, ready to be passed on to those who may be struggling with life in any way. There is also a Tuesday evening group that meets fortnightly. It’s a ministry of prayer, love and time for those in need. Donations of wool are welcome. If you know someone who may benefit from a rug or shawl, young or old, please contact the Parish Office or someone in the group. Contact: Philippa Warby 0408 331 340 (Monday) Maureen Maartensz 0407 055 447 (Tuesday evenings)
MEDITATION GROUP: Meeting each Monday in the Church Annex (Inverloch) @ 1:30pm EXCEPT on the 3rd Monday of the month when the we meet @12:30 before the Shawl Group. Newcomers welcome
LITURGY GROUP MEETING: A reminder to the members of the Liturgy Group that the next meeting is on Tuesday 19th February @ 4:30pm Parish Meeting Room, Wonthaggi
PARISH FINANCE COUNCIL: Next meeting is on Tuesday 19th February @ 7:00pm Parish Meeting Room, Wonthaggi
PARISH BBQ: On behalf of the Parishioners who were able to attend, thank you to the Catholic Women’s League for your wonderful hospitality. All the right ingredients, delicious food, laughter, many conversations and great weather. Already looking forward to next year.
ST. JOSEPH’S WONTHAGGI BINGO Monday: Sales 7pm. Start 8pm
Venue: St. Joseph’s Parish CentreKorumburra Rd. Wonthaggi.
Parish Priest: Fr Darren Howie - 5672 2923 . Parish Secretary: Kristine McRae- 5672 1111
WEEKEND MASS TIMETABLE Wonthaggi : Saturday Evening - 6.30pm & Sunday Morning 10.30am
Inverloch: Sunday Morning 9.00amPrep Assessment days will be taking
place this Wednesday February 20 and next Wednesday February 27.
Please take note of your allocated 30 minute time slot and be as punctual as
you can.
Assessments will take place within your child’s classroom.
CANTEEN 2019
TOTALLY WORKWEAR ARE OUR SCHOOL
UNIFORM SUPPLIER. FOR ALL PURCHASES
AND ENQUIRIES CALL: 5672 5878
ST LAURENCE NETBALL CLUB invites you to our NETBALL REGISTRATION and UNIFORM FITTING afternoon for LDNA 2019 Season on SATURDAY
23rd February from 11am-1pm, at Leongatha Netball Club Rooms. All welcome, juniors from
age 8 & above (under 11 age section) to age 17 & under, and senior sections A, B & C. Boys are
welcomed up to the age of 17.
New players welcomed.
For enquiries and further information please contact: Angelique Dunlevie 0438 166 124
Welcome to CDFpay for all your canteen lunch orders.
Just follow the link below to set up your account and order:stjwonthaggi.cdfpay.org.au
HELPERS ARE NEEDED CALL LEONIE - 0407 341 270
IF YOU CAN SPARE SOME TIME1.00pm - 1.30pm
ThursdayFebruary 21
L Marotta
FridayFebruary 22
C Gammaldi Naomi New
ThursdayFebruary 28
L Marotta
FridayMarch 1
S Fincher C Poletti
WONTHAGGI AUSKICKWednesday, March 6
5pm - 6pmWonthaggi Recreation Reserve
Register online now atwww.play.afl /auskick
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Sacramental Dates 2019
Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 March: Presentation Masses for all Sacraments The Emmaus Mass
Tuesday April 30 7:00pm: Confirmation Parent/ Child Workshop
Saturday May 18 6:30pm: Sacrament of Confirmation
Tuesday July 23: Reconciliation Parent/Child Workshop 7:00pm
Tuesday July 30: Reconciliation
Tuesday October 22: First Communion Parent/Child Workshop 7:00pm
Tuesday October 29: First Communion Reconciliation 7:00pm
Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 November: First Communion
PLEASE NOTE:
There is only one weekend for presentation Masses for all Sacraments.
There is only one Workshop
Reminder:Prep Assessment Day