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Living Things
The Foundation students have been studying ‘Living Things’ in Term 2. First we found out how to classify living things, then we turned our attention to bees where we learnt all about the buzzing creatures and why they are so important to our world.
To complement our learning at school, Dean Lawrence visited the children. Dean is a beekeeper who came to school and told us loads of interesting facts about bees as well as the process of harvesting honey.
Finally, we visited Myuna Farm in Doveton. Here we were able to see, pat and feed many farm animals. We learned about living on a farm and even got to ride a pony.
Dear Parents
This week we have been preparing for the very special celebration of First Holy Communion for some of our students. The excitement that greeted me as the children were heading for the church for Mass gave a very clear indication that this was indeed a special and important time in their faith lives. When I asked them why they were so excited as they walked by, I was told in very animated tones that they were going to Mass and that they were clearly very happy about it. This reminds us all that for our children, whether they are celebrating the sacraments, learning about them, or being part of the work preparing and creating cards for those who are part of the sacrament, these times are a community event and celebrate what it means to care for, and support, each other. This is a special time for all of us.
We have been very fortunate to have been able to offer a range of sporting opportunities for our children. These have included a range of clinics that run for a number of weeks. We have had football, netball and, at the moment we are having a hockey clinic. Despite the weather we have had, the children have all had a wonderful time learning from Jude, who has taught them a range of skills and fun activities. Thank goodness for our undercover court!
I take this opportunity to say farewell to Julian Blackford as he leaves our school at the end of this term to take up the role as Principal at St Mary’s in Maffra. Julian has been a wonderful asset to our school as our Deputy Principal and Foundation teacher, and Julian has fulfilled a range of other roles as well. We wish Julian all the very best in his new position. We are in the process of working through a range of opportunities for us for the coming two terms, filling the required roles. I will let you know what will be happening as soon as it has been decided. I thank you for your understanding and patience with this process.
I wish you all a very happy last week of term. Keep well and warm.
Kind regards
Lisa Broeren
Lost - This little guy has lost his friend. He is at the office keeping Mrs Prekop company.
Craft Group - Every Tuesday 9.00am in the school hall. New members most welcome.
Playgroup - Every Monday 9.00am to 10.30am in the school hall. Please bring a piece of fruit to share. New families encouraged to come along for a cuppa and a play.
Uniform Shop
Our Uniform shop is open for parents to come in every Friday afternoon 3.00 to 3.30pm. Cash only. Or to place orders online please click the link below.
Please note if uniforms are purchased online and do not fit we are happy to exchange.
Parishes In Partnership Newsletter
Mass Times: please see the above Bulletins for current Mass times and Vaccination Status requirements. Fr Daniel OMI
SchoolTV
Click the link below to access SchoolTV
Rapid Antigent Tests
We still have an ample supply of RAT kits and with winter now fully upon us, COVID and flu season, we appreciate parents continuing to test their children. If you require RATs please contact the office.
Latrobe Blue Light Barefoot Bowls - Free for students year 4, 5 & 6
Lawn_Bowls_Flyer_June_2022_PDF.pdf
Sports Excellence Scholarship Fund
https://sesf.org.au/application/
The Summit - Free School Holiday Camp
FREE_July_School_Holiday_Camp.pdf
School Holiday Camps Program
https://www.vic.gov.au/positive-start-holiday-camps
Working With Childrens Check
It is a requirement that any parent who volunteers or visits the school must hold a valid Working With Childrens Check card (WWCC). You can apply for your WWCC at the below link, it is free for volunteers.
https://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/
Kids Help Line Ph; 1800 55 1800
June
- Monday 20th - Pie drive delivery 2.00 to 2.30pm
- Thursday 23rd - St Mary's Got Talent 2.15pm. Parents welcome.
- Friday 24th - Last day term 2, 1.00pm finish
July
- Monday 11th - First day term 3
- Thursday 14th - State Cross Country
- Friday 15th or 22nd - Assembly 2.30pm TBC
- 19th/20th - Year 3/4 Camp to Forest Edge
- Thursday 21st - Disco 5.00pm (information to follow)
August
- Monday 8th - School Closure for staff professional development
- Thursday 11th - Hamper Donation & Pyjama Dress up Day
- Friday 12th - Western Valley Basketball (year 5/6)
- 29th to 31st - Year 5/6 Camp to Sovereign Hill
September
- Friday 1st - Division Summer Sports (Basketball)
- Wednesday 14th - Division Athletics
- Friday 16th - last day term 3
October
- First day term 4
We are very proud of our St Mary’s students when we hear of their achievements (outside of school) in different areas of sporting, music and the arts. Over the long weekend Georgia Priddle and Mia Blandford competed in the ATOD State Scholarships in Melbourne. To qualify, both girls completed 3 exams where they both scored the highest results of Honours with Distinction with a score of 100%. Georgia competed in the sub-junior Ballet section while Mia competed in the sub-junior Jazz. Both girls undertook a class with the adjudicator and then performed a solo dance in their specific genre. Georgia, who dances with the Gippsland Academy of Dance placed 2nd in Ballet and Mia, who dances with KC’s School of Dance, placed 2nd in Jazz. We congratulate both girls before they move on to the ATOD Australasian Scholarships where they will compete against the top finalists from around the country.
Luke Scholes has been busy training and attending competitions in the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ).
Luke attended the Australian Jiu Jitsu Championships in February and won
a silver medal in his division. He also attended the Victorian Jiu Jitsu Championships in May and won a silver medal.
Luke returned home from an interclub competition in Melbourne on the
Queen's Birthday weekend with a silver medal in his Gi division, and a
gold medal in his No-Gi division!
Luke is pictured here with his medals from this weekend.
On Monday 6th June Noah Warner was awarded a Sporting Grant by the Moe Junior Development Sports Committee for his involvement in Swimming. 12 participants were awarded with financial support to pursue their goals and dreams within their nominated sport and we wish Noah all the best with his Swimming. Congratulations Noah.
If your child has done something amazing outside of school we would love to hear about it and share it within our community.
Please feel free to email photos to Sandi at stmnewbor.catholic.edu.au