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Welcome Back
We warmly welcome back all families to school this term. While conditions sadly have meant that families are not currently able to be in school as they were in Term 2, we look forward to working with you in any possible way we can this term. There are many things to look forward to that we can still do under COVID-19 conditions, and we will continue to communicate these with you.
COVID Update for Schools as of 15th July 2021
Thank you for your support in the latest update of COVID guidelines that came to you via email this week. We will continue to update you on any changes to this, but currently, most things will remain consistent until the 30th July in accordance with NSW rules from the Premier that relate to the situation in Greater Sydney. This week I attended a Zoom meeting with the CSO, who informed us that we have no plan to move to Blended Learning (students and teachers working from home) as in 2020 unless absolutely necessary. While we will prepare a plan in the coming weeks at a school and Diocese level that makes us ready if conditions change quickly, we are not projecting this to be the case.
Our main focus currently is following all guidelines so that we have the best chance of keeping our community healthy and safe so that we can continue to offer our families the best care and learning that we do at all times.
Please make contact directly with teachers if you require a phone call relating to learning as we are not able to hold our parent and teacher interviews as planned in Weeks 2 and 3 this term. This was outlined in the note you received, as well as other areas needing attention during this changing situation.
Farewell
Mrs Ronnie Hawkins has been a valued member of our staff for over 30 years and a teacher for 49 and a half years! Ronnie has now retired from teaching and we thank her for her extraordinatry contributions to St Joseph's. Read all about her fabulous farewell in our Creative Corner.
Looking forward
We look forward to a wonderful term ahead with all in our community.
Some of the things we are looking forward to this term include:
- The Glasshouse Performance - we are in practice mode currently and hoping this will go ahead later in the term, but will know more as time moves on.
- Book Week - you will receive a note in the coming weeks outlining how we plan to celebrate this wonderful focus at school.
- Father’s Day - we will communicate with you as we get closer how we are able to recognise all of the special male role models in our lives.
Tess Koning
Principal
Accendere - Year 4
Next Tuesday 20th July, Year 4 will be participating in a faith formation day about friendship, called Accendere. ‘Accendere’ means to ‘switch on’, kindle to catch fire, light to strike, to produce/spark the flame. The day will take place at the St Agnes' Youth Hub with the support of our Youth Ministry Officers.
Sacrament of Confirmation
We pray for our children who are preparing for their Confirmation.
Confirmation Workshops
Parent/Guardians and children are to attend one of the below workshops.
Tuesday 20th July at 3:30pm, St Peter’s Primary School
Thursday 22nd July at 3:30pm, St Agnes' Primary School
Wednesday 28th July at 6:00pm, St Joseph’s Primary School
Thursday 29th July at 6:00pm, St Agnes' Parish Youth Hub
Presentation of Candidates to the Parish Community will be via a photo collage to be displayed at each mass leading up to the ceremonies. The Priest will make reference to the candidates and ask the parishioners to pray for them.
Sacrament of Confirmation Ceremonies
The upcoming Sacrament of Confirmation ceremonies will be on 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th August 5:30pm at St Agnes' Church.
Please keep an eye out for emails from Parish with the updated detailed information around this.
Journey into the Faith
Nathan Porter
Assistant Principal Mission
Welcome back to all our families. I am sure you all enjoyed a wonderful break from the daily school routine. Although we have begun this term with some restrictions in place the students and teachers have all returned enthusiastic and excited about the learning they will engage in throughout this term.
There are many amazing things planned for our students this term and I am looking forward to watching them all continue to grow and learn in their own unique ways.
Whilst at the moment we may not be able to have you all on site, please know that we greatly appreciate the partnerships we have with each and everyone one of you in nurturing your child’s learning.
Jeannine Ucdereli
Assistant Principal Learning and Teaching
This term we welcome Lucy Barber and Cooper Reichelt as Professional Placement students from the University of Newcastle. Lucy will be working with Mrs Bailey and the Year 1 team. Cooper will be working with Mrs Stapleton and the Kindergarten team.
Zone Athletics Postponement
The Zone Athletics Carnival at St Joseph's Regional College on 19th July 2021 has been postponed until further notice. Once we know a new date, we will reschedule the relay practice as well.
Todd Woodbridge Cup - Tennis
Registered students in Year 3 and 4 are going to represent our School at the 2021 Todd Woodbridge Cup next Friday 23rd July, at Wood Street, West Port Macquarie Tennis Club, Port Macquarie. The event encourages participation, teamwork and a positive experience in physical activity. Unfortunately no parents are allowed to attend this day.
Grade Sport Uniform Days for Term 3
Leah Toole and David Lynch
Sports Coordinator and Assistant Sports Coordinator
KSC | Frederick Agland | Ashton Giurissevich | Zoella Cruickshanks |
3H | Jack Slater | Alivia Johnson | Chayse Jones |
4F | Caden Connor | Finlay Toole | Lucas Yates |
4MG | Oscar Peirce | Luna Tyson | Ryder Monckton |
6H | Bronte Hood | Axel Davidson | Amara Crutcher |
Mrs Hawkins
Our Glee Club said goodbye to their leader Mrs Hawkins this week as she heads into retirement.
Mrs Hawkins has always led choirs in our school, and in the last few years, she has led our wonderful Glee Club. Our club always look forward to singing and dancing with Mrs Hawkins each week. She always recognises and encourages everyone's unique singing talents.
So the Glee Club made her an honorary life member and dedicated a final song to her.
Dance Rehearsals
Our Dance rehearsals are underway leading up to our Glasshouse concert and the Dance Eisteddfod. They are timetabled for every Thursday and Friday during class time. Students can wear their sports uniforms on these days.
Tournament of Minds
The Expression of Interest for Tournament of Minds for Year 5 and 6 students has closed. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will not be a tournament day but the students' performances will be filmed and submitted. An email will be sent shortly to the students who registered. We wish them the best of luck.
Yours in Creative and Performing Arts
Leah Toole
Creative Arts Co-ordinator
Term 3 Canteen Menu
CANTEEN REMINDERS
- Flexischools cut off time for daily orders is 8:30am. You can place your orders the day before, or at the beginning of the week, to make sure they are in on time. The cut off time is set to ensure that there is enough time to process, prepare and pack all of the lunch orders each day.
- Please remind your children if they have a hand written lunch order to drop it off first thing in the morning or if they need to pick up their fruit break items from the canteen.
- We do not offer an IOU service. If you don't use Flexischools and do not have cash for lunch orders you can pay in the office using EFTPOS. If there are any issues with providing lunch please call the office to discuss.
lunch orders
Canteen lunch orders can be placed via Flexischools or by dropping them in the basket on the counter each morning.
Flexischools is our preferred method for submitting lunch orders.
Reminder - Cutoff time for online orders is 8.30am.
- Download the Flexischools app from the App Store or from Google Play.
Note: for iPhone and iPad please select ‘Allow’ notification - Click “Register Now” to create account
- Top-up your balance
- Start ordering immediately
- Alternatively Go to www.flexischools.com.au or you can find the link on the school website.
Don’t forget you can place your online orders days or even weeks in advance, making the morning rush even easier!
Kim Goldie
Canteen Coodinator
Week 2 - Term 3 2021
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Monday 19th July |
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Week 3 - Term 3 2021
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Week 4 - Term 3 2021 |
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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 2021 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
Staff Development Day (Pupil Free) – Monday 12th July 2021
NO child minding available
Kindergarten to Year 6 commence classes Term 3 – Tuesday 13th July 2021
Kindergarten to Year 6 last day of classes Term 3 – Friday 17th September 2021
TERM 4
Staff Development Day (Pupil Free) – Tuesday 5th October 2021
NO child minding available
Kindergarten to Year 6 commence classes Term 4 – Wednesday 6th October 2021
Kindergarten to Year 6 last day of classes form Term 4 - Wednesday 15th December 2021
Other Holidays in 2021
Labour Day – Monday 4th October 2021 (Public Holiday)
Christmas Day - Saturday 25th December 2021
Boxing Day - Sunday 26th December 2021
Updates of COVID guidelines 2021-07-13
2021 Term 3 COVID-19 Guidelines for Parents and Carers
Year 5 - 2021 PDH Sensitive Issues_Growth and Development Note to Parents
Year 6 - 2021 PDH Sensitive Issues_Growth and Development Note to Parents
Updates of COVID guidelines 2021-07-15
Kinder 2021 Term 3 Overview
Year 1 2021 Term 3 Overview
Year 2 2021 Term 3 Overview
Year 3 2021 Term 3 Overview
Year 4 2021 Term 3 Overview
Year 5 2021 Term 3 Overview
Year 6 2021 Term 3 Overview