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Father’s Day Breakfast
What a wonderful way to start our Friday this morning. It was lovely to see so many Dads and special male figures enjoying their egg and bacon roll together with their children. I would like to thank Year 6 for the beautifully prepared Prayer Service to acknowledge all our wonderful Dads and special male figures in our lives and our Year 6 Media Team for this delightful video they created for our service. Also a very big thank you to our volunteers who worked tirelessly very early this morning to make almost 300 breakfast rolls. We wish all our Dads a wonderful Father’s Day on Sunday.
Father’s Day Blessing
God, we ask your blessing on all those here, those in our hearts,
those who guide us and whom you have entrusted
the role of father and mentor.
May your Holy Spirit constantly inspire them with justice and mercy, wisdom and strength, patience and self-giving love.
May they receive your grace abundantly, and may they come to experience you through the care and love they give to us.
Amen
School Uniform - Socks and Shoes
Whilst we understand that this year we are transitioning into our new uniforms we have noticed a number of students not wearing the correct school socks and/or polishable black school shoes when it is not their sports day.
During this period of transition students are able to wear the old school socks or purchase the new ones from the uniform shop. Unfortunately there has been an increasing number of students wearing black socks or a variety of sports socks which are not our uniform. Could I please ask you to encourage your child each morning to wear the correct uniform allocated socks.
Polishable black school shoes have always been a component of our school uniform. Whilst we understand children's feet grow rapidly throughout the term, we encourage you to ensure you are purchasing the correct shoes for your child to wear with their school uniform. When we are visiting areas in our community and have visitors to school we do want to ensure we are representing St Joseph’s Primary School and St Agnes’ Parish in the very way we can. Our uniform is one way our community can recognise who we are.
We appreciate your support in ensuring your child is dressed appropriately each and every day. If your child has to wear the incorrect uniform for a particular reason, a note is required from their parent. If you have any questions or need further information about our school uniform please refer to the Parent Information Handbook (page 20), which is accessible on our website in the ‘About Us’ tab.
NAPLAN
This week we received our 2022 NAPLAN results for Year 3 and Year 5. Please look out for your child’s envelope which will be sent home next week. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact your child’s class teacher. Please note that NAPLAN Assessment month for 2023 will be March.
Animals on site
Just a reminder that we cannot have animals onsite due to safety concerns. Could you please avoid bringing your dogs to school pick up and drop off as this makes it difficult for some students and families.
Bravehearts Kinder to Year 2 ‘Ditto’s Keep Safe Adventure Show’ - Child Protection
Next week we will acknowledge Child Protection week with students in Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 attending ‘Ditto’s Keep Safe Adventure Show’ here at school. The purpose of 'Ditto's Keep Safe Adventure Show' is to teach children personal safety in an age appropriate, non-confrontational, fun and engaging fashion. 'Ditto's Keep Safe Adventure' education program aims to continue communicating essential personal safety messages and works tirelessly to reach children across Australia.
Celebrating Our Faith
Grandparents Day - Save the Date
Calling all Grandparents and Grandfriends. Save the date for Friday 28th October at St Joseph’s Primary for some fun and love with your grandchildren. Details to follow. We can’t wait to see you!
Sacrament of Confirmation
What a joy it was to share our Confirmation workshop with our special candidates and their families this week. We welcomed Fr Roland and Vanessa Denham our Pastoral and Liturgical Ministries Coordinator from St Agnes’ Parish to lead our Candidates in some special learning activities in our school library in preparation for their Confirmation. St Joseph’s will be hosting the Sacrament of Confirmation on Tuesday 13th September at St Agnes’ Church.
Learning Together
Google Workspaces Sessions
On Thursday, we were fortunate to have Juliette Bentley, an Education Innovation Specialist from PSG Innovation & Growth Practices, visit our school to work with our staff and students to explore tools to elevate the education of our students.
“Technology alone will not improve education, but it can be a powerful part of the solution.” Sundar Pichai, CEO, Google
Google Workspaces helps staff collaborate easily, streamline instruction, and keep the learning environment secure.
Juliette spent the morning working with the Year 2 teachers and then collaboratively taught the students how to use Jamboard. She then repeated the same process during the middle session in Year 3, however, they focused on using Google Sites to create an e-folio.
It was a day of learning for both our staff and students.
Teacher Assistants Appreciation Week
Thank you
We are blessed at St Joseph's to have such wonderful Educational Assistants who do an amazing job supporting our students' learning. As a school community we show our appreciation to each of our assistants. They are appreciated every day.
PBS (Positive Behaviour Support)
This week we are continuing to focus on showing encouraging sportsmanship and positive language with all our interactions. Thank you Year 6 PBS Leaders for sharing this message with us. Thank you to everyone at St Joseph’s for modelling the face of Jesus each day.
Cricket NSW Schools Cup Gala Day
Year 5 students had a spectacular time participating in a Gala Day hosted by Cricket NSW held at Wayne Richards Sports Grounds on Wednesday. It was a fantastic opportunity for our students to try a new sport, and several children returned exclaiming how much they now love cricket. Howzat!
Hastings Zone Catholic Primary Schools Soccer and Netball Gala Day
Representative students from Year 5 and 6 represented St Joseph’s Primary School in the Hastings Zone Catholic Primary Schools Soccer and Netball Gala Day at Laurieton Oval on Thursday. It was so exciting to see our students out enjoying the competition with so many families in attendance. Both soccer teams and our netball team were very competitive, highlighted by the Netball team making it all the way to the grand final!
Mid Coast Futsal Primary School Titles
Year 3 and Year 4 students represented St Joseph’s Primary at the 2022 Mid Coast Futsal Primary School Titles held on Thursday at the Port Macquarie Indoor Stadium. What a busy day in the stadium! Our students worked hard all day and had heaps of fun along the way. Congratulations to all four teams on a great day, including “Joeys Blue” on your Grand Finals appearance.
Congratulations to all teams on their sportsmanship and manners throughout the day. Teachers from all three events passed on how impressed they were with the behaviour of our students.
David Lynch
Sports Coordinator
Canteen Closure
The Canteen will be closed on Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th September due to the Whole School Dance Concert rehearsal and performances.
Kim Goldie
Canteen Co-ordinator
1CS | Leo Rushworth | Alexander Searle | Zoey Smurthwaite |
1PS | Jacob Ainsworth | Aria Takiari-Conceicao | Flynn Wallis |
2B | Ethan Tony | Jay Tymerski | James Hubbard |
2DT | Oscar McHugh | Faith Odeja | Aibel Shoby Alias |
3B | Patrick Sleeman-Duncombe | Kooper Salan | Spencer Searle |
3MH | Brayden Johnson | Izakk Partridge | Isabel Shijo |
4MM | Rhys Cutler | Josie Shipp | Alivia Johnson |
4R | Archie Holloway | Chase Mulligan | Sunny Stapleton |
5T | Lucas Yates | James Reilly | Aislinn Suveesh |
6H | Mikayla Love | Lara Hardy | Jaina Thakrani |
Dreaming with eyes open...
Last week we celebrated Book Week by engaging in a range of nominated CBCA picture books. On Friday, we also welcomed families into classes to share stories with us. What a special way to connect with each other and allow our imaginations to take us on a journey through stories!
Whole School Glasshouse Performance Show Program and DVD cover ART COMPETITION
An optional art competition has taken place in recent weeks for those students who have great artistic talents and skills which they wish to share. The enthusiasm and skill was overwhelming and we wish to thank each and every student who submitted an entry for their creativity and time.
The task was to design an artwork on an A4 piece of paper for our Whole School Glasshouse Performance Show Program and DVD cover - ‘When You Wish Upon a Star’.
We are thrilled to announce that the following students have been selected to feature in our Glasshouse show program:
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Program Cover Art by
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Support Program Art by
Marlee Hearne, Millie Schneider-Smith, Isla Schneider-Smith, Joslyn Wake, Maya Marshall & Charli Robinson
The Creative Arts Committee
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Please note these dates can change from time to time due to unforeseen circumstances and we will endeavour to advise you of any changes at the earliest possible opportunity. Our school Google calendar can be accessed via this link for additional advanced dates -
For your convenience 2022 school term dates are listed below. They are also located on our website. Click on the words “TERM DATES” on the home page.
TERM 3
Kindergarten to Year 6 commence classes for Term 3 - Monday
18th July 2022
Kindergarten to Year 6 last day of classes Term 3 – Thursday
22nd September 2022
Staff Development Day (Pupil Free) - Friday 23rd September 2022
TERM 4
Kindergarten to Year 6 commence classes for Term 4 - Monday
10th October 2022
Kindergarten to Year 6 last day of classes for Term 4 - Friday
16th December 2022
Staff Development Day (Pupil Free) - Monday 19th December 2022
Staff Development Day (Pupil Free) - Tuesday 20th December 2022
Other Holidays in 2022
Labour Day – 3rd October (Public Holiday)
Christmas Day - 25th December (Public Holiday)
Boxing Day - 26th December (Public Holiday)
Important Final Information - 2022 Whole School Concert at The Glasshouse
2022 NRL All Schools Hastings Cup (Year 5 and 6) - Expression of Interest
Dance Eisteddfod 2022 - tickets going on sale Tuesday 6th September
Dance Eisteddfod 2022 - save the date (selected students)
2022 Year 5 Retreat - Guidelines and Gear Packing List
Year 5 Retreat 2022 - Reminders
Staff Development Day 2022-09-23 (PUPIL FREE)
Year 6 Term 3 2022 Science and Technology
Sacrament of Confirmation Reflection Morning (Year 3)
Visit from Australian Lifeguard Service - Year 2, 4 and 6
Letter to Parents and Carers - Tess 2023
Lost Shoes - Year 1
Mid North Coast Softball Association
Players wanted ! Girls/Ladies welcome from 12 years +
for ladies Social competition
Boys/Girls Juniors from 5years to 12 years for Junior competition
Form a team or we can help you find a team
Games are played at Findlay Park Port Macquarie
Juniors 11:00am to 12:30pm
Ladies 1:00pm to 2:30pm or 3:00pm to 4:30pm
Season starts 8th October 2022
More Information :- email portmacquariesoftball@gmail.com
Or Phone 0418 279 954