Principals Message
Dear Families
During Lent, our staff and students will continue to work on our 3 Catholic practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. As we begin the fourth week of Lent, we consider what actions we can take to be more transformative in what we say and do so that our lives can be a reflection of Jesus and all that He teaches us.
At school, the children have made a commitment for the duration of Lent. The commitment could be anything from a promise to help mum every day during Lent to a promise of a kind act each day to one of their siblings or a classmate. You could encourage your children to do this by asking questions and complimenting them
when they make a special effort.
NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION AGAINST BULLYING AND VIOLENCE
Next Friday, we join with 5,726 Australian schools with over 2.4 million students who will take action in their communities and say Bullying. No Way! As part of our commitment to this positive day of action, the children will partake in BFF group activities the following Monday with discussions and problem-solving strategies, with an assembly presentation daily to follow. We are helping to reignite the national conversation to address bullying.ST JOSEPH'S COMMUNITY FAIR UPDATE
WE NEED YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT
COMMUNITY FAIR- 26 MARCH 2021 - LATEST NEWS
In order for this night to be a great success, we need our whole school community to be involved. Come on St Joseph's mums and dads- we can do this!
Thank you to those parents who have completed the google form and offered to help on the night. The areas that we still need volunteer help on the night include:
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SET UP |
5-6 |
6-7 |
7-8 |
8-9 |
CLEAN UP |
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Gate Entry Raffles |
COMMITTEE |
WPositions filled |
Positions Filledhave |
2 volunteers NEEDED HERE |
2 volunteers NEEDED HERE |
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Dessert Stall/ Drinks |
COMMITTEE |
We have volunteers thank you. |
1 volunteer still NEEDED HERE Thanks to those who have already volunteered |
1 still NEEDED HERE Thanks to those who have already volunteered
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1 still NEEDED HERE Thanks to those who have already volunteered |
3 Offers. thank you |
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Ride Passes |
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2 volunteers needed |
2 volunteers needed |
2 volunteers needed |
2 volunteers needed |
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Event Floaters |
COMMITTEE |
FILLED | FILLED |
FILLED |
FILLED |
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Auction |
COMMITTEE |
N/A | N/A | FILLED | FILLED |
PLEASE COMPLETE THE GOOGLE FORM ON COMPASS OR CONTACT THE SCHOOL OFFICE IF YOU ARE ABLE TO SUPPORT OUR ST JOSEPH'S FAIR.
PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS
A reminder that next week Parent-Teacher interviews on Monday 15 March and Tuesday 16 March between 3.40 pm and 6 pm. Thank you to those parents who have booked their meeting through the new Compass App.
These meetings provide the opportunity to meet individually with teachers to discuss any goals, concerns or queries you may have regarding your child’s education and I urge you all, if possible, to avail yourself of this opportunity. We look forward to sharing this time with you to further support your child's progress. Thank you for your cooperation.
PARENT FORUM MEETING MONDAY 15 MARCH
Our next Parent Forum Meeting will be held on Monday 15 March 2021 at 6 pm in the Library. We are working to finalise the St Joseph's Community Fair and Fireworks. Everyone is welcome to attend.
SCHOOL UNIFORM CHECK-IN
This week we focussing on the correct school uniform. We currently have a considerable range of incorrect shoes, socks and jumpers making their way to school. Please assist us by checking that your child/children are in the correct uniform. Respect and pride in our uniform are an important part of our school.
Just a reminder that the correct type of school shoes for St Joseph's uniform are listed in the parent handbook. Black plain leather or vinyl school shoes or joggers. Dunlop Volleys, Converse or canvas shoes are not appropriate for our uniform. Thank you for your effort to ensure that our students have pride and respect for our correct uniform.
CURRENT COVID GUIDELINES
- Students and staff with even mild symptoms of COVID 19 are not to attend school. Parents of symptomatic children should provide evidence of a negative result prior to returning to school. In circumstances where children have other medical reasons for recurrent symptoms, a letter fro the GP is sufficient to negate the requirement for a negative test.
- We will continue our regular COVID safe practices of student hand sanitising on entry to the school, after mealtimes and during the day.
Week 5 Highlights that we are truly grateful for:
- Stage 2 for their terrific Assembly today!
- The fact that our Stage 2 parents were allowed to attend the Assembly.
- Our students who are continuing the preparation for the Sacrament of Penance.
- The Student Representative Council for their ongoing organisation of his term's Fundraiser.
- The Parent Forum for their efforts, time and hard to bring us the St Joseph's Community Fair.
- Our parent community for getting involved, volunteering to help and supporting the St Joseph's Community Fair.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Regards
