Week 10 Term 1 2024
Dear Families,
HAPPY EASTER TO ALL!
Here we are near the end of Term 1 already, next Thursday will be the last day of school for students. Looking back I wonder where this first term has gone, especially as I look at our Kindergarten children who have been at school for such a short time and yet are now so much a part of our school family. We have celebrated much growth and achievement this term, both in and outside of the classroom, in a climate where each person is respected and valued for their contribution, no matter how small or large!
Therefore as we come to the end of the first term we look back with gratitude on all that has been over the past 10 weeks.
HOLY WEEK
Last week as a school, we followed in the steps of Jesus through the events of Holy Week. It was a reflective and prayerful representation of the events leading to the death of Jesus through drama, song and prayer. We thank Kinder, Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3 and the staff for taking us on the remembering journey by bringing the events to life for us. Thank you to the parents and grandparents who were able to journey with us.
CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK 2024
INNOVATION AND FAITH
Our school will join more than 45 schools across the Lismore Diocese to celebrate Catholic Education Week (CEW). This will take place in Week 11, Term 1 from April 8-12.
This year’s theme is “Innovation and Faith’. The transforming power of innovation and faith working in unison to ensure our students experience the fullness of life (John 10:10).
For many of the great innovators throughout history, their faith motivated them to explore and understand the wonders of the universe. Our Catholic schools walk alongside clergy, parishioners and families to prepare and nurture our future innovators and faith leaders on their journey.
I would like to extend a warm invitation for you to participate in our Catholic Education Week events and faith celebrations. Please take the opportunity with members of our parish and wider community, to experience innovation and faith in our Catholic school.
Below is a schedule of events for the week that you are invited to attend:
| Saturday 6 April | Parish and school together to celebrate the second week of Easter and the beginning of Catholic Education Week. WE'D LOVE MANY STUDENTS AND FAMILIES TO JOIN US TO MARK THE BEGINNING OF THIS IMPORTANT WEEK. |
| Monday 8 April |
Catholic Schools Week Prayer at Assembly School Captains and Vice Captains attend Mass at St John's College Woodlawn, with our regional School Leaders. |
| Tuesday 9 April | Year 6 visit to Woodburn Town Centre and Preschool- We want to say 'Thank you for supporting the people of Woodburn' and 'WE'RE COMING HOME!' |
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| Thursday 11 April |
9.15 am Whole School Catholic Education Week Liturgy with our families. 10 am Open Classrooms- a celebration of what we do every day! Pie Day Thursday (For our parents too) or BYO lunch to have with the children. PARENTS CAN ORDER THEIR PIE DAY THURSDAY ORDER IN THEIR CHILD/REN'S BAG AND RETURN TO THE SCHOOL BY WEDNESDAY MORNING. |
Thank you for your ongoing support. I look forward to seeing you during our celebrations for Catholic Education Week in 2024.
ANZAC DAY 25 APRIL 2024
I ask that you carefully consider your child's participation in this very special celebration and I urge as many students as possible to represent St Joseph's in these community events.
Dawn Service Evans Head: Line up at 5.15 am outside the library at Evans Head. The march begins at approximately 5.20 am. Full school uniform (minus hat) to be worn.
Woodburn March: Please meet our school group at 9.50 am at the Post Office. The march begins at 10 am. Full school uniform and hat, please.
PARENT ENGAGEMENT
HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW ST JOSEPH'S
(AT OUR CURRENT SITE)
THE ST JOSEPH'S TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS:
| How many classrooms do we have at St Joseph's? |
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What are our four school values (rules)? |
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| Name all the staff in our school. |
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What does SRC stand for? |
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| What does MJR mean? |
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| What day is Pie Day? |
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How do we at St Joseph's communicate with our parent community? |
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What times do the bells go? |
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How can parents get involved in our school? |
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Name 3 things in our playground. |
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Name the current student leadership positions in our school. |
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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING DAYS- PUPIL FREE
The following days have been set down as Staff Development Days for St Joseph's for 2024. We thank you for supporting us in our Professional Development/Learning
opportunities.
Students do not attend school on these days
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Friday 12 April- Week 11 |
Staff Retreat |
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TERM 2
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Monday 29th April |
The Learning Collaborative |
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29 May |
Staff Proclaim |
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Friday 5th of July |
School Review- where to from here |
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TERM 3 |
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Monday 22nd of July |
New Curriculum |
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Friday 27th of September |
New Curriculum |
UPCOMING DATES TO NOTE
| Saturday 6 April 5 pm |
Catholic Education Week beginning Mass (We hope many students and families will join us) |
| Monday 8-11 April |
Catholic Education Week |
| Thursday 11 April |
Last day of Term 1 for the students |
| Friday 12 April |
Staff Development Day (staff Spirituality Day) |
| Thursday 25 April | ANZAC DAY |
| Monday 29 April | Staff Development Day (The Learning Collaborative) |
| Saturday 4 May | Confirmation Preparation Meeting |
| Tuesday 7 May | Richmond Zone Cross Country |
| Friday 10 May |
Mothers Day Breakfast Mothers Day Stall |
| Sunday 12 May | Mother's Day |
IN WEEKS 9 &10 OF TERM 1 WE ARE TRULY GRATEFUL FOR:
- The students and staff for a meaningful walk with Jesus during Holy Week
- Easter
- The amazing learning that is happening in our Classrooms
- Mrs Denison and Mrs McManus
- Our incredible Kindergarten for completing 10 weeks at Big School.
- Our student Award Winners for continually showing us the way.
Wishing you all a very safe and happy holiday when it begins next week.
Regards
Jeanette Wilkins
Principal
SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION - 2nd Sunday of Easter
Gospel Reading - John 20:19-31
Thomas believes because he sees Jesus.
Like Thomas, we may doubt the news that Jesus, who was crucified and buried, appeared to his disciples. Jesus knew human beings well. He knew that we would have arguments. But he gave us the remedy for hurt feelings in the gift of reconciliation. Learning to resolve conflicts is an important skill for getting along with others. Jesus has also given us the power to be people who forgive and reconcile with one another. Whenever we act to bring peace and resolution, we are acting in the spirit of Jesus.
SATURDAY -St John’s Anglican Church Wattle Street Evans Head at 5:00 pm
SUNDAY- St Joseph’s Catholic Church Coraki - 9:15 am
ALL WELCOME
Important Dates;
Catholic Education Week Mass - Saturday 6th April at 5 pm Anglican Church Wattle Street Evans Head
Sacrament of Confirmation - Monday 20th May at 6 pm St Joseph's Church Coraki
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME
Thank you for the warm welcome I have received this week as I begin my role as Acting Assistant Principal.
A little bit about me; I live in Lennox Head with my husband and our six-year-old staffy (our fur baby!). I enjoy spending time with friends and family, travelling, reading and teaching.
I am very lucky to be a part of this school community and excited to work with students, staff and parents to create a learning environment where all students feel welcomed, are happy and succeed. It has been wonderful to get into classrooms and out on the playground over the past 2 weeks to meet the students and observe the amazing community that is St Joseph's.
SPOTLIGHT ON KINDERGARTEN
LEGO CLUB
St Joseph's will hold our school cross country at Stan Payne Oval on (see details below). All students will be walking to and from the oval.
Distances for the Cross Country are:
3000 metres (3 kilometres for 11, 12 and 13-year-old boys and girls
2000 metres (2 kilometres for 8,9 and 10-year-old boys and girls
1000 metres ( 1 kilometre) for 7-year-old boys and girls
500 metres ( 0.5 kilometres) for 5 and 6-year-old boys and girls
We will present medallions, ribbons and the winning colour Sports House at a special sports assembly on Thursday 11 April following the Catholic Education Week Liturgy
Cross Country 2024
Due to the weather conditions, we have had to postpone our school cross country. Our proposed backup plan is:
Plan 1 Monday 8th April
Plan 2 Wednesday 10th April
Plan 1 Monday 8th April
Commence races at 10:30am. We will start with, 10,9 ,8 .7, 6. 5, 12 and 11 years old.
Plan 2 Wednesday 10th April
Commence races at 9:30am. We will start with 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 years old.
Students will still need to bring
- Water bottle
- School Hat
- Wear sports uniform
- Bring a colour house shirt
- Apply sunscreen prior
We hope to present medallion, ribbons and the winning Sports House at a special sports assembly on Thursday 11th April at 9:45 am after our Catholic Education Week Liturgy.
In the case that this event is postponed to a future date, this consent will be taken to apply to that future event, unless consent is withdrawn in writing, to the school.
Sports Dates
7th May 2024- Tuesday - Richmond Zone Cross Country - Private transport
21st May - Tuesday - Diocesan Cross Country.
| Kindergarten | Roy Bennett |
| Year 1 | Lester Moran |
| Year 2 | Tarlo Jensen |
| Year 3 | Olivia Bennett |
| Year 4 | Eliana Piccini |
| Year 5 | Lacey Foster and Amelia Hume |
| Year 6 | Isabella Riddle and Rose Quirk |
CONGRATULATIONS
| Large Pies | $3.50 |
| Mini Pies | $2.50 |
| Sausage Rolls | $2.50 |
| Spinach and Feta Rolls | $4.50 |
| Big M Chocolate Milk | $1.50 |
| Apple and Black Currant Popper | $1.50 |
All orders need to be on paper bags with the child's name, class and what they would like to order clearly written on them with the money enclosed.
