Welcome to Term 3 Week 3 2023
Principals Report
SUNDAY CONNECTION
Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle A
Sunday, August 13, 2023
Gospel Reading
Matthew 14:22-33
Jesus walks on water, and the disciples acknowledge him as the Son of God.
Family Connection
The mission of the Church is to continue the work of Jesus. The family, the domestic church, participates in this mission too.
Talk about how your family participates in the mission of the Church. Discuss ways in which you seek to reach out to your neighbours and people in need through acts of kindness, mercy, and justice. Then read together Sunday’s Gospel, Matthew 14:22-33. Talk about how Peter wanted to be like Jesus, to walk on water like Jesus did. Note that Peter was successful for a time, but then he doubted Jesus, and he began to sink into the water. Talk about how your family’s acts of mercy and justice are rooted in your faith in Jesus. Pray together that Jesus will continue to work through your family to prepare the kingdom of heaven. Pray together the Lord’s Prayer.
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Parent Envolvement Group Report
Uniform Shop
Opening Hours
Each Tuesday, 8.30am - 12.30pm.
Orders placed via Qkr after 10.00am on a Tuesday and prior to 10.00am cutoff the following Tuesday will be processed when the shop is open and sent home with children on the day.
Alternatively, orders can be collected after 11.00am on Tuesday during opening times if preferred.
Update
An update on the future direction of the school uniform will be provided to the school community prior to the end of Term 3 2023.
Stella Stars
Sessions: 9.15am - 10.45am & 12.00pm - 1.30pm
Bookings through Facebook: Stella Stars Early Years Learning
Sacramental Program
The Sacramental celebrations for those students who are part of the 2023 program will be held over the next 3 weeks. All services are at Star of the Sea in Burnie.
The first is Reconciliation, Wednesday, 16th August, at 6:30 pm.
Confirmation, celebrated with Archbishop Julian Porteus, will be on Wednesday, 23rd August, at 7:00 pm.
The First Eucharist service will be celebrated on Sunday, 27th August, at 10:00 am.
All are welcome to join the parish with these exciting celebrations that recognise the candidates' efforts and dedication on their faith journey.
Claire Willis Sacramental Coordinator
Sustainable Timbers Tree Planting
On Monday, Grade 1 children worked with foresters from Sustainable Timbers Tasmania (STT) to plant some new tree and shrub seedlings around our school to celebrate National School Tree Day. We had a fantastic day, and we are very grateful for the time and resources given to us by the team at STT.
Bravehearts Visit - Kinder to Grade 2
Kinder to Grade 2 enjoyed the DITTO show this week and being reminded of some important ways we keep ourselves safe. They learnt to recognise feelings in their bodies that give them clues they might be feeling unsafe and that it is ok to say no when they are feeling unsafe or unsure.
Martin Chatterton Author Excursion
As part of the English curriculum, some of our students attended Marist Regional College to see author Martin Chatterton speak last week. The children were so excited to hear Martin speak and were able to ask questions.
Grade 1 and 5 Buddy Day
Grade 5 and Grade 1 joined together on Friday to make some beaded bracelets! This fine-motor activity was a great collaborative experience, and the children loved making their bracelets.
2024 School Term Dates
2024 Term Dates
Term 1: 7th Feb - 11th April
Term 2: 29th Apr - 5th July
Term 3: 22nd July - 27th Sep
Term 4: 15th Oct - 18th Dec
Easter holidays : Good Friday - 29th March, Easter Monday - 1st April & Easter Tuesday - 2nd April
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