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Dear families
On Tuesday we celebrated the Church feast day of St Joseph, our school's patron saint. We gathered in our church and prayed together.
Prayer to St Joseph
Teach us to listen and not be afraid to trust as you did in God’s promise.
Teach us to love courageously with a heart that is free and just.
Teach us to protect one another and all that belongs to God.
Teach us to dream a world where all are neighbours, a vision illuminated by God’s light.
Teach us to keep the Word of God close to our hearts, and to proclaim it in word and action.
Teach us to be gentle with our power and strong in our tenderness.
Teach us to be for all persons a living lesson of goodness and truth-a blessing for all generations to come.
*The Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet
Reconciliation
Last week six students received the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time on Thursday night. It was a meaningful celebration. We congratulate Lachie, Billy, Evie, Isabella, Reuben and Lola. Thank you Taryn and Fr Bernard for organising and conducting this prayer service.
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Teaching Masses
This year we are focusing on learning more about the Mass. Fr Bernard is a great teacher and is running a series of teaching masses to help us understand the Mass more. Each class will have a teaching Mass and we warmly invite you to come when your child's Mass is on. The Gr 4/5 Teaching Mass is Thursday May 2nd. We hope you can come.
Easter Dramatization
Each year we tell the Easter Story (the events of the last week in Jesus' life) in the church. Once again this year our Gr 5&6 students will share this important story with us. We hope that you and your family might be able to join us in the church on Thursday March 28th at midday. After the prayer service, we will come back to the Mary MacKillop Room to draw our Easter Raffle.
School Athletics Carnival
We would like to congratulate Blue team on winning the 2024 Athletics Carnival with 527 points, Green team came second on 487 points, Red team came third on 436 and Gold team scored 385 points.
Our Age Champions are:
Foundation: Levi Collins, Eva Finken and Marlee Whittaker
Gr 1: Parker Askew and Poppy Hicks-Lowjen
Gr 2: Nathan Baldassa and Sophie Pedemont
9 year olds: Evie Deppeler and Levi Knight
10 year olds: Aleyah Horton-Maynard and Conrad Edwards
11 year olds: Maycee Shankar and Joshua Plozza
12 year olds: Tahlia Pedemont and John Gramlick
District Athletics Carnival
On Monday our school athletic team represented us at the District Athletics Carnival in Warragul. Thank you Taryn for organising the team and thank you Will, Jess & Stacey for supervising on the day. It was a great day. Special congratulations to Olivia, who came first in shot put and discus; Josh, who came second in long jump; Tahlia, who came first in hurdles and second in high jump and Conrad, who came second in long jump and received a third place.
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May God continue to guide us in our learning.
Trish Mulqueen
School Advisory Committee 2024
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2024 School Advisory Committee Members are: Brett Hicks, Scott McCartin, Lauren Baldassa, Taryn Maxwell-Garratt, Fr Bernard Buckley, Kate Westbury, Megan Shiels and Trish Mulqueen. We met on Tuesday June 18th . Church and Parish connection was discussed and the success of the Teaching Masses was highlighted. Our school’s Masterplan was reviewed. The great work of the P&F was acknowledged. Child Safety is a standing agenda item and our continual work with OH&S provides a safe school for everyone. The Committee workshopped the After School Care Program idea for our school and talked about Promotion ideas.
If you would like anything discussed at the School Advisory Committee, please see one of our members.
SPECIAL REPORT: Celebrating Harmony Week
Harmony Week is celebration held annually in March across Australia. It’s aimed at promoting diversity, respect and inclusiveness. This event is an excellent opportunity for parents to teach their children about different cultures, traditions and customs. The goal is to encourage everyone to appreciate and celebrate differences and promote a sense of community and belonging for everyone.
During Harmony Week, there are a number of events and activities held to bring people from different cultures together. These activities include multicultural food festivals, cultural performances, art exhibitions and workshops. Participating in these events helps children to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the diverse communities that make up Australia.
As a parent, you can engage your children in discussions about multiculturalism and encouraging them to ask questions. Promoting a more harmonious and inclusive society, can help children grow up with a greater appreciation for the richness and diversity of Australia's cultural landscape.
This Special Report hopes to instil positive values and create an opportunity to start a conversation with your child about understanding diversity and multiculturalism. We hope you take a moment to reflect on the information offered, and as always, we welcome your feedback. If this raises any concerns for you, a loved one or the wellbeing of your child, please consider seeking medical or professional help.
Click on this link to view the Special Report https://trafalgar.catholic.
July
Fri 26 Grandparent's Prayer Service 2.30pm
Tues 30 to Thurs 1st BOOK FAIR at school
Wed 31 Gr 5 & 6 students go to Marist Sion College's
'Disney's High School Musical: On Stage'
August
Mon 5 Pupil Free day (professional learning for staff)
Thurs 8 St Mary MacKillop Feast day prayer service 3pm
'Something a Bit Crazy Day' Mini Vinnies fundraiser
Fri 9 Gr 5/6 Teaching Mass 10am in our church
Assembly Gr 1/2 presenting
Tues 13 Talent Show Mini Vinnies 2pm
Thurs 15 Assumption Mass 10am
Fri 16 National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence
(wear orange)
Mon 19 to Fri 23 Book Week 'Reading Is Magic'
Tues 20 Book Week Dress Up day
1. Interest Based Learning
Wed 21 Parent / Teacher Interviews
Fri 23 Pupil Free day
Tues 27 2. Interest Based Learning
Wed 28 Catholic Primary Schools Sports Day
September
Tues 3 3. Interest Based Learning
Mon 9 Father's Day Prayer Service
Tues 10 4. Interest Based Learning
Fri 13 Assembly F/1 presenting their learning
Fri 20 Last day of term 1pm dismissal
October
Mon 7 Pupil Free day (teachers doing First Aid course)
Tues 22 Gr 3/4 Camp Activity Day Allambee 9am to 5pm
November
Mon 4 & Tues 5 Melbourne Cup long weekend
December
Mon 2 Gr 3/4 Camp Activity Day Mill Valley 9am to 5pm
Thurs 12 End of Year & Graduation Mass 2.15pm
Gr 6 Graduation
Fri 13 Gr 5 & 6 Fun Day
Tues 17 Last day of school 1pm dismissal
Wed 18 to Fri 20 Planning days for 2025