IMPORTANT DATES Wednesday 5 November Year 2 Excursion, Year 7 Mass, Author Visit, Middle Years Assembly Thursday 6 November Early Years Assembly Friday 7 November Year 4 Excursion Next Week Whole School Assembly, Prep Orientation, Prep Mass FROM THE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP TEAM Dear Parents, Carers and Community Members, At this week’s Assembly I spoke to our school community with a positive message about the many successful achievements within our local and wider community. We have had another great response to the “Great Book Swap” initiative led by our Student Council under the direction of Mrs Hill and Mrs Rossi. The proceeds of this project go to our fellow Queensland students from Indigenous cultures and its intention is to raise awareness for the importance of literacy and promote opportunities to strengthen reading for all. It is a great joy to see the enthusiastic response from our own students in making choices from the vast selection. Having so many books donated this year, we are extending the opportunity to make a selection with a gold coin donation this week and students are welcome to go to 4K classroom at a time that suits their teacher until the end of this week. We also had a successful Catholic Mission for Jamaica day last Friday under the leadership of our Year 7 students. This is an integral part of the Year 7 RE Curriculum on Catholic Social Teaching and we are proud of these school leaders and the way in which they have led this project from the outset. We now prepare ourselves for our annual Mini Vinnies Christmas appeal (details within). We shared some great news from Mr Kenyon about our Mission Cup Netballers (the week before) and our Queensland Touch Football success. Our St Rita’s team came 7th in the whole state. This is a fantastic result from dedicated coaching by our school staff (Mr Kenyon, Mrs Hill and Mr Brammer) along with committed and enthusiastic students. Well done St Rita’s! Amidst these great achievement we continue to journey together through Term 4. This can be a time of additional challenge with tired minds and bodies. However, my message to us all is to finish strong! We have a fantastic Catholic school community – our students are displaying great qualities of learning, friendship and communal care. When things don’t go as well as they should – as they do – please keep us informed as our respect and care for each other is the foundation to righting the wrongs and ensuring our students are learning from mistakes and building the character and good grit to face life’s challenges. We look forward to welcoming our new families and any younger siblings next Tuesday to our Prep Orientation Day. May God’s peace and blessings be with you and your family in the coming week. Anne Class Masses 1K and 1T participated in their Class Mass this morning. Wednesday 5 November 9am Mass – Year 7. All are warmly welcome to join in your child/ren’s Class Mass. Year 4 Sacrament of Reconciliation Congratulations to all our Year 4 students who received the Sacrament of Reconciliation last Thursday evening. It was a special event and I was privileged to watch the children with their parents and family members sharing together in this sacred moment. I was very nervous at first with my Mum and Dad and My Sister as well there were lots of people in causal cloths. I sat there waiting then Fr Paul called Me over I sat in the Around Our School Term 4 Week 5 4 th November 2014 39 Benfer Road VICTORIA POINT 4165 Ph: 07 3207 6628 Fax: 07 3207 6734 Email: [email protected]Online: www.stritasvp.qld.edu.au
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IMPORTANT DATES Wednesday 5 November Year 2 Excursion, Year 7 Mass, Author Visit, Middle Years Assembly Thursday 6 November Early Years Assembly Friday 7 November Year 4 Excursion Next Week Whole School Assembly, Prep Orientation, Prep Mass
FROM THE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP TEAM
Dear Parents, Carers and Community Members,
At this week’s Assembly I spoke to our school community with a positive message about the many successful achievements within our local and wider community. We have had another great response to the “Great Book Swap” initiative led by our Student Council under the direction of Mrs Hill and Mrs Rossi. The proceeds of this project go to our fellow Queensland students from Indigenous cultures and its intention is to raise awareness for the importance of literacy and promote opportunities to strengthen reading for all. It is a great joy to see the enthusiastic response from our own students in making choices from the vast selection. Having so many books donated this year, we are extending the opportunity to make a selection with a gold coin donation this week and students are welcome to go to 4K classroom at a time that suits their teacher until the end of this week. We also had a successful Catholic Mission for Jamaica day last Friday under the leadership of our Year 7 students. This is an integral part of the Year 7 RE Curriculum on Catholic Social Teaching and we are proud of these school leaders and the way in which they have led this project from the outset. We now prepare ourselves for our annual Mini Vinnies Christmas appeal (details within).
We shared some great news from Mr Kenyon about our Mission Cup Netballers (the week before) and our Queensland Touch Football success. Our St Rita’s team came 7th in the whole state. This is a fantastic result from dedicated coaching by our school staff (Mr Kenyon, Mrs Hill and Mr Brammer) along with committed and enthusiastic students. Well done St Rita’s!
Amidst these great achievement we continue to journey together through Term 4. This can be a time of additional challenge with tired minds and bodies. However, my message to us all is to finish strong!
We have a fantastic Catholic school community – our students are displaying great qualities of learning, friendship and communal care. When things don’t go as well as they should – as they do – please keep us informed as our respect and care for each other is the foundation to righting the wrongs and ensuring our students are learning from mistakes and building the character and good grit to face life’s challenges.
We look forward to welcoming our new families and any younger siblings next Tuesday to our Prep Orientation Day.
May God’s peace and blessings be with you and your family in the coming week.
Anne
Class Masses 1K and 1T participated in their Class Mass this morning.
Wednesday 5 November 9am Mass – Year 7.
All are warmly welcome to join in your child/ren’s Class Mass.
Year 4 Sacrament of Reconciliation Congratulations to all our Year 4 students who received the Sacrament of Reconciliation last Thursday evening. It was a special event and I was privileged to watch the children with their parents and family members sharing together in this sacred moment.
I was very nervous at first with my Mum and Dad and My Sister as well there were lots of people in causal cloths. I sat there waiting then Fr Paul called Me over I sat in the
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Term 4 Week 5 4th November 2014 39 Benfer Road VICTORIA POINT 4165 Ph: 07 3207 6628 Fax: 07 3207 6734 Email: [email protected]
chair and he did the sign of the cross He asked Me ''What I wanted to be forgiven for." I said ''Teasing My brothers and sister. ''He said ''You are now forgiven." I lit the candle and said the prayer but it was very worth it. Georgia 4L I was exited getting Baptist a few weekends ago. But I was a bit worried about my First Reconcilliation if the priest was going to tell my sins to everybody but he didn't tell anyone. He is very nice and I got a certificate and a bookmark it was AWESOME!!!!!!!. Nicolas 4L I go and sit with the Priest. He says "What do you want to say sorry to God for?" I answer "I do hurt my sisters physically and metally. I don't listen to others when they have something important to say. I am sorry for my sins, please forgive me." The Priest raises his hands over me. He says "God is washing away all sin. In the name off the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Amen. Go in Peace." I go and light a candle in the middle of the room. I say a special prayer by the altar. I go and sit in my seat and talk with my family. I do my penance and then we listen to the end of mass. Then we go home. Jemma 4L Throughout term 3 and 4, some year 4/5 students have participated in the reconciliation program. Reconciliation is where you can say sorry to someone for something or you can forgive others for something they've done to you. We had six reconciliation lessons and then on the 30th of October 2014 all reconciliation students had their ceremony. At our ceremony we said to either Fr. Paul, Fr. Ashley or Fr. Jim something we were sorry for. Then we lit a candle. We said a short prayer of sorrow. Lastly there were a few songs. Then we left. Now we have finished our reconciliation but next year we have our Holy communion! Eleanor 4L I was really exited but nervous as well, When I want up to the priest he asked me what my sins where so then I told him, And then I wasn't that nervous. When I went to light the candle I was really happy that Jesus forgive me. Mia 4L
A special thank you to our Marianne Fergusson and her Year 5 class who created ‘Prayer Bookmarks” for each of our Year 4 students’ receiving their Sacrament of Reconciliation. They were a lovely gift and beautifully presented.
Year 5 Learning Year 5 students have been working cooperatively to collaborate and create. Their use of ICT (Information Communication Technology) is evident in the links below. Click on the image to link you to “Our Solar System” eBook written and published by students from 5L. Click on the link and have a read! The ebook can be accessed from the Library Life Page by all students at St Rita’s. Also click on Tory, Izzy, Riley and Orlando’s bushfire documentary “Deadly Bushfires!” below to watch their YouTube clip. This is Year 5’s first group to publish. Congratulations Year 5 and thank you for sharing your learning. http://youtu.be/EGjDnR95kkc “I really enjoyed working as a team.” Mia 5L “It was great fun making the documentary in Moviemaker.” Luke 5T “I enjoyed researching the information about bushfires.” Julia 5K “I liked recording the script for our documentary.” Will 5L
Feelings Matter 2 Once again Early Learning Redlands are offering another interactive workshop to help you support your child’s social and emotional wellbeing as they transition to childcare, kindergarten and school. All are very welcome. Registrations close today, so get in quick! Have a great week everyone!
Personal Development & Sex Education Yesterday, students from years 5 -7 attended a Personal Development and Sex Education presentation by the staff of St Rita’s which integrates with the HPE curriculum. A copy of this presentation can be found on the school website. If parents have any queries or would like more information, please let me know. Congratulations to the boys and girls on their behaviour and maturity throughout the sessions.
BOOKLISTS
Book lists have been emailed. If you did not receive them, please go to the school website to view them or contact the school office. Orders must be submitted online by Monday 24 November for delivery to school on Tuesday 2 December. Please refer to the information sheet regarding other pick up options. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email [email protected].
SCHOOL FEES
School Fees are due this Friday, 7 November. A reminder to families who pay by direct debit that your camp fees need to be paid by this date as it is now included in your Direct Debit.
SPORTS NEWS
St Rita’s Touch Football
U/8’s and U/10’s are playing at 4.30pm
U/12’s are playing at 5.15pm Game details will be communicated on a weekly basis through a messaging system to parents. Training for U/12s will be from 3.10 – 4.10pm Monday afternoons, U/10’s will be Thursdays First Break and Fridays Second Break during school hours.
P-3 Swimming Program The P-3 Swimming Program will run for a period of 5 weeks on Thursdays and Fridays at Victoria Pt YMCA.
TIME DATES: Weeks 2 - 6 on Thur and Fri (YMCA) Carnival– Mon 17 Nov (Cleveland)
Lesson Time Thursday Fridays
11.20 – 12.00 PK and PT 2T and 2L
12.00 - 12.40 PL and 1K 3K and 3L
12.40 – 1.20 1T and 1L 2K and 3T
QLD All Schools Touch Football Competition On the weekend, St Rita’s competed in the QLD Primary All Schools Touch Football Carnival in the Mixed Division. St Rita’s finished 1st in their pool winning their 3 games 14-0, 8-0 and 5-4. St Rita’s entered the Elimination Finals ranked 7th on percentages out of a total of 40 mixed teams across Queensland. We were unfortunate to miss the Quarter finals being defeated 4-3 missing by 1 point. Congratulations to all our players on such an incredible result! A big thankyou to all our parents as well for their continued support with the team.
St Rita’s Representative Sport Singlets We are still currently waiting on a few representative singlets to be returned from sporting events earlier last term. Can these please be returned to Mr Kenyon by the end of next week.
Upcoming Important Dates: 17 November – P-3 Swimming Carnival 21 November – Bayside Swimming Carnival
With Christmas fast approaching and as preparations for the festive season begin, it’s time when our thoughts turn to those less fortunate than ourselves. The Mini Vinnies are once again running a Christmas and Back-to-School Appeal and are asking for your help.
Please show your support for families in our local community by donating from the list of items requested by our Parish St Vincent De Paul group. All items will stay within our Parish, and are sure to brighten up somebody’s Christmas.
Year Level
Collecting… Mini Vinnies Reps
Prep Christmas Lollies/ Candy Canes (No chocolates)
Lauren, Piper, Isabel
Year 1 Christmas Puddings Annie, Hannah, Caitlin
Year 2 Christmas Cakes Kasey, Lara, Mia W.
Year 3 Tinned Ham Nicola, Danielle, Gemma
Year 4 Tinned biscuits/ shortbread/ fruit mince pies
Shanae, Libby, Breanna S.
Year 5 Soft Drinks/ Cordial Katie, Jessica, Maddie.
Year 6 Back-to-school snacks/ Poppers
Doirind, Eleanor, Alexandra
Year 7
Christmas Table Decorations/ Tinsel/ Bonbons
Michaela, Mia T, Breanna H.
Staff $5-$10 small gift for a primary school aged-child
Dakota, Taylor
Appeal runs from Monday 3 November to Wednesday 26 November. The collection will be presented to the St Rita’s Parish St Vincent De Paul group at our carols evening. *Please ensure that all food items are non-perishable.*
Blake B For inspiring learning in 3K by showing great determination and persistence with your reading! Keep up the awesome effort!
Jocelyn S Well done Jocelyn! You are being a good friend in the classroom and in the playground.
Keira M Great work Keira. Your work in class INSPIRES OTHERS to be like you. You are always on task and you are trying your best. Well Done!
Aaron M For Inspiring learning in others by engaging with great depth in your maths. You are showing good focus. Keep up the great work!
Ellie C For inspiring learning in 3K by always showing a keen and focused attitude towards your work.
3T
Lachlan D Wonderful work Lachlan. You are always happy to help others and can be relied upon to do the right thing at the right time. Thanks for showing RESPECT!!!
Georgia H Great Work Georgia. You persevere with all your tasks, INSPIRING OTHERS to have-a-go like you do. Fantastic Work!!!
4T
Josh W For Inspiring Learning by consistently completing all homework tasks accurately and on time. Well done, Joshua!
Indi H For Inspiring Learning by creating an impressive website about The First Fleet. Good on you, Indi!
Emma G For Respecting Everyone and showing great kindness and care to friends in the classroom. What a lovely person and special friend you are, Emma!
NEWS FROM THE RESOURCE CENTRE
Scholastic Book Club brochures have been distributed. If you wish to place an order for issue 8, please send your
order to Mrs Brownlie in the library by Friday 14 November.
ARTS NEWS
Well done to all students participating in this year's 'Music Count Us In'. It was a great success with many schools participating around the country. The students sang with great enthusiasm and gusto!
There will be an 'End of Year Showcase Spectacular' on Monday 10th November, at 6pm in the UNITAS centre The concert aims to showcase the wonderful talent of our music students in a fun and entertaining concert. The concert will involve students of Junior/Senior Choir, Creative Kidz Dance, Singers, Band, Guitar and Vicki Minogue's keyboard students. It will be a wonderful community event so come along and enjoy!
As Term 4 is a busy time, could you please place the following dates in your diary:
Mony 10 Nov - End of Year Showcase Spectacular - 6pm - UNITAS CENTRE Wed 12 Nov - K-Mart Wishing Tree Appeal, Victoria Point Shopping Centre Mon 24 Nov Senior Choir End of Year Excursion - 'Bounce' Wed 26 Nov Christmas Carols Night Mon 1 Dec Jnr Choir - Merebello Victoria Point
Paul Tyrrell
SCHOOL BANKING
This week’s Banker of the week is Brendan T, congratulations Brendan we have deposited $2 into your bank account for you.
School Banking is every Tuesday, however if you don’t make it on a Tuesday you can come into the branch and still be in the draw for Banker of the Week, just remind us that you’re doing your school banking. We’d love to see you and we’re even open on a Saturday until 12 so pop in and see us.
We’re open 9.30am Mon – Fri, 9.00am Sat, Closing times Mon – Thur 4.30pm, Fri 5pm & Sat 12noon. Pop in and see the friendly team, we’re always happy to have a chat and help with any of your banking needs. BOQ Victoria Point, Shop 23 Victoria Point Shopping Centre Ph 3207 6133
S.P.E.A.K.
Don't forget; Wednesday 12 November S.P.E.A.K. (Speaking Promotes Education and Knowledge). Come along to the Oral Language session (children 4 years and under) following Rhyme Time 10:00 am at Victoria Point Library or after school for story-time and craft 3:30 - 4:15 (children from Prep - Year 3).
TUCKSHOP NEWS
Wednesday 5th November
Trish McNamara
help needed?
Thursday 6th November
Annie McHerron
Tania Digby
Friday 7th November
Lisa Bihari Michelle Kotynski Niah Brown Louise Lowcock
2ND Break
Michelle & Louise
Term 4 & 1 - Ice Cream cones 60c. Flavours are what is available at the time.
Yoghurt Tubs will not be available in tuckshop until further notice. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Please do not forget Sushi needs to be ordered by Thursday 1:30pm either by Flexischools or brown paper bag. Our Sushi is made fresh Friday morning to our order. We do not order spare Sushi.
Thursday 8.00 to 10.00am Friday 8.00 to 10.00am For all those families that have ordered uniforms for Year 3, your orders are ready for collection. It would be appreciated if you could please have them picked up and paid for by November 7.
UNIFORM SHOP WILL BE CLOSED ON THURSDAY NOVEMBER 6, AND FRIDAY NOVEMBER 21
YEAR 6 PARTY
Just a reminder that money for the Year 6 Party is due back by this Friday 7 November. Any queries please call Julie Johnstone 0403 577 424.
Children of St Rita’s Parish Family
For our Christmas Vigil Mass
On Wednesday 24th December 2014 @ 6pm
There are many ways you can take part. We need your skills!
Choir Members Altar Servers (Trained) Welcome Procession
Readers Gospel Drama- Boys and Girls
Communion Procession
The rehearsals will take place each Sunday during Advent:
Sunday 30th November from 10:00am - 10:30am in the Unitas Centre at St Rita’School.
Sunday 7th December from 10:00am - 10:30am in the Unitas Centre at St Rita’School.
Sunday 14th December from 10:00am - 10:30am in the Unitas Centre at St Rita’School.
Sunday 21st December from 10:00am - 11:00am in the Unitas Centre at St Rita’School.
(Final Dress rehearsal and opportunity for parents to take photographs)
Lord Jesus Christ, You loved children so much that you said:
“Whoever welcomes a child welcomes me.”
For all enquiries contact Candice at the Parish office: Telephone: 07 3207 9177or Email: [email protected]
