Week 7 Term 1 - 2021

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.

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.

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: 

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. 

• 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

4th SUNDAY OF LENT - GOSPEL REFLECTION

John 3:14-21

Jesus tells Nicodemus that the Son of Man will be raised up so that those who believe in him will have eternal life.

John’s Gospel teaches us that Jesus was the light that came into the world. In this light, we come to know ourselves, and we have been, by the grace of God saved because we have been forgiven through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. 

During Lent, many people take the opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation so that they can experience the joy of God’s forgiveness.

Our students Zoey Campbell, Sasha Franks,  Madison Kirk, Ruby O' Neill, Charlotte Robinson, and Seleste Walsh, along with their families are currently preparing for their first Sacrament of Penance. They are gathering for Sacramental preparation sessions and attending the parish mass.

Please keep them in your prayers.

PROJECT COMPASSION 2021 - Aspire Not To Have More BUT BE MORE

Arsad, an Indonesian farmer, had no toilet in his house, so always had to walk into the forest to the open defecation area. His family was often sick and open defecation caused many neighbourhood disputes. With the support of Caritas Australia and its partner agency, Laz Harfa, Arsad took part in hygiene, sanitation and financial management training. He then funded the building of a toilet in his house and helped other community members to save money to construct their own toilet.

Now, Arsad’s family is healthier, their community no longer practices open defecation and is more harmonious. Arsad inspired his community to ‘Be More.’ Around 17 percent of Indonesia’s rural population, or 45 million people, practice open defecation – going to the toilet outdoors in fields, forests and other open spaces. (World Bank) Watch a short film about Arsad’s story here.

 “Aspire not to have more, but to be more.” Please support Project Compassion: lent.caritas.org.au

MAKING JESUS REAL - (MJR)

 At St Joseph’s Woodburn we encourage our students to “Make Jesus Real’” by the way they act in our school community and while at home and out in the community

MJR at St Joseph’s Woodburn encourages our students to be WEST people - that is WELCOMING, ENCOURAGING, SAY SORRY when needed and be THANKFUL.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Celebration of the Feast of St Joseph's- 19th March - Liturgy at school and fun indoor and outdoor activities

Year 4 students and their parents preparing for the Celebration of the Sacrament of Penance

Final Session  - Saturday 20th March

The celebration of the Sacrament of Penance will be on Tuesday 30th March at 6 pm.

The Sacrament of Eucharist - Celebrating First Holy Communion will be celebrated in June at a Parish Mass on Saturday 12th June at 5:30 pm. 

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION ( Year 3 ) - Friday 22nd October 2021

Cross Country

The school cross country will be held on the school grounds on Thursday, 18th March 2021. We have a backup date of Monday, 29th March for this event. Parents are now able to attend sporting events at the school. Parents attending will be required to sign in and out at the office and comply with personal hygiene and social distancing requirements. 

Diocesan Winter Sports 

These trials have been postponed until Friday, 19th March due to the weather.

Important Dates

St Joseph’s Woodburn Cross Country  -18th March 2021

Lismore Diocesan Winter Sports Trials (Year 5 & 6) – Friday 19th March 

Richmond Zone Cross Country –  Friday 30th April 

Lismore Diocesan Cross Country – Wednesday 26th May 

CONGRATULATIONS!

CANTEEN ROSTER

If anybody is able to help out in Canteen in Term 1 Could you please call Gayl on 66822468.

THANK YOU LADIES!