Banksia Grove Catholic Primary School In Harmony Volume 11 – 23rd July 2015 School Charisms Daily Praccal Witness to Christ, Community Prayer, Sustainability, Inclusivity, Challenging Injusce, Embracing Diversity Nidja Noongar Boodjar Noonook Nyininy Phone: 9303 7101 Fax: 9404 8777 SMS Absentee Line: 0438 404 375 Email: [email protected]Hello Everyone Lots of exciting news has happened over the past few weeks, the most important being the new name for our school. The Archbishop has approved the name of St John Paul II as the name of our new parish and as such we will become St John Paul II Catholic Primary School Banksia Grove. Just like getting married, there are a number of agencies and processes including approval from CEOWA and the Government, to go through before the name is formally changed, but the process has begun. In consultation with the School Board it has been decided that we will begin with the school logo so that a patch can be developed for school uniforms, letterhead etc. and at a later date other changes can be made as are necessary, but the change of name will not have a cost impact on parents. In an effort to broaden the understanding of our new school patron we will be adding information about St John Paul II and his life to our newsletters on a regular basis. Everyone arriving back from the holidays will have noticed a few changes. Most noticeably the very bright and colourfully painted early childhood shed. Thanks to Craig Hughes the undercoat was put on during the holidays which enabled a group of children from Mater Dei and some of our own students to paint the urban art design on the shed. Other changes have included the walkway between the classes finally being completed. It looks fantastic! The paving has all been cleaned, new drink fountains were put in and the road marking on the school site has been renewed. Thank you to all those who are STOPPING at the line at the end of the Kiss and Go and giving way to cars coming down the side of the school. Welcome back to Angela Chamberlain who has returned from maternity leave. Congratulations to Nic Bigwood and his wife on the safe arrival of his new baby girl, Aiya. It seems to be the year of the baby girl! More congratulations to Ryan Clark who successfully completed in the recent long board surfing championships and is now ranked 11th in the world!!!!!! Jess Schofield also gained two firsts in her dancing competitions during the break. You have probably heard that there have been some changes to our timetable this term. Lunch time will now commence forty minutes earlier with the break time being flipped. First the children go out to play and then they come back and eat their lunch. This enables the children to have a quietening down time after their play by sitting and eating lunch. Hopefully it will also mean that the number of lunch boxes, drink bottles and hats being left around the school will be reduced as the children take their bags with them to lunch and put their drink bottle, lunch boxes and hats into their bags before going back to the classrooms. The effectiveness of the process will be reviewed at the end of term. Third term is once again action packed. We are happy to have the Curtin Speech students back with us for the semester. Performing arts is once again a feature with many children across the school being involved in a number of performances. Third term is also a big sporting term culminating with the faction sports carnival at the end of the term. We are happy to welcome Tia and Lara Kallydin, Saskia Henderson and Athonee Evison and their families who have recently joined our school community. God bless Tricia Davis
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Banksia Grove Catholic Primary School In Harmony
Volume 11 – 23rd July 2015
School Charisms Daily Practical Witness to Christ, Community Prayer, Sustainability, Inclusivity, Challenging Injustice, Embracing Diversity
Lots of exciting news has happened over the past few weeks, the most important being the new name for our school. The Archbishop has approved the name of St John Paul II as the name of our new parish and as such we will become St John Paul II Catholic Primary School Banksia Grove. Just like getting married, there are a number of agencies and processes including approval from CEOWA and the Government, to go through before the name is formally changed, but the process has begun. In consultation with the School Board it has been decided that we will begin with the school logo so that a patch can be developed for school uniforms, letterhead etc. and at a later date other changes can be made as are necessary, but the change of name will not have a cost impact on parents. In an effort to broaden the understanding of our new school patron we will be adding information about St John Paul II and his life to our newsletters on a regular basis. Everyone arriving back from the holidays will have noticed a few changes. Most noticeably the very bright and colourfully painted early childhood shed. Thanks to Craig Hughes the undercoat was put on during the holidays which enabled a group of children from Mater Dei and some of our own students to paint the urban art design on the shed. Other changes have included the walkway between the classes finally being completed. It looks fantastic! The paving has all been cleaned, new drink fountains were put in and the road marking on the school site has been renewed. Thank you to all those who are STOPPING at the line at the end of the Kiss and Go and giving way to cars coming down the side of the school. Welcome back to Angela Chamberlain who has returned from maternity leave. Congratulations to Nic Bigwood and his wife on the safe arrival of his new baby girl, Aiya. It seems to be the year of the baby girl! More congratulations to Ryan Clark who successfully completed in the recent long board surfing championships and is now ranked 11th in the world!!!!!! Jess Schofield also gained two firsts in her dancing competitions during the break. You have probably heard that there have been some changes to our timetable this term. Lunch time will now commence forty minutes earlier with the break time being flipped. First the children go out to play and then they come back and eat their lunch. This enables the children to have a quietening down time after their play by sitting and eating lunch. Hopefully it will also mean that the number of lunch boxes, drink bottles and hats being left around the school will be reduced as the children take their bags with them to lunch and put their drink bottle, lunch boxes and hats into their bags before going back to the classrooms. The effectiveness of the process will be reviewed at the end of term. Third term is once again action packed. We are happy to have the Curtin Speech students back with us for the semester. Performing arts is once again a feature with many children across the school being involved in a number of performances. Third term is also a big sporting term culminating with the faction sports carnival at the end of the term. We are happy to welcome Tia and Lara Kallydin, Saskia Henderson and Athonee Evison and their families who have recently joined our school community. God bless Tricia Davis
Dates to Remember
JULY
24th Bishops’ Literacy Test Performing Arts Opening Mass 27th Performing Arts Christian Drama Mercy College 28th Cycle Safe Incursion 29th Performing Arts Recorder Ensemble Don Russell Performing Arts Cnt Thornlie Parent Workshop for Holy Communion 6.00 pm—In the Library 30th Buddy Mass 9.00 am Goannas & Quokkas In Fr Vinh’s room Interschool Basketball 31st Merit Assembly
AUGUST 1st Young Talent & Compere Auditions for Westcoast Songfest 9.00 am to 5.00 pm 3rd Performing Arts Solo / Duet Zenith Music Claremont 4th Performing Arts School Band Don Russell Performing Arts Cnt Thornlie 6th Performing Arts Christian Dance Mercy College 7th Whole School Mass Whole School Retreat
Parish Information Banksia Grove Mass Monday to Saturday 8.00 am Every Sunday 9.30 am Reconciliation Sundays @ 8.45 am to 9.15 am After Sunday Mass if required Anytime by appointment Baptism & Weddings by appointment Fr Vinh Dong contact details 6400 0276 or 0422 422 773 Parish Office Banksia Grove Catholic Primary Tuesday & Thursday 8.00 am to 11.00 am. Presbytery 79 Joseph Banks Boulevard Banksia Grove WA 6031 Email: [email protected]
Other Dates & Times School Times Start 8.30 am Finish 3.00 pm Monday 2.00 pm Finish Kindy Times Start 8.30 am Finish 2.45 pm Uniform Shop Tuesday 8.00 am to 9.00 am Wednesday 8.00 am to 9.00 am Canteen Every Friday Playgroup Every Friday OSHclub room 9.00 to 11.00 am Children’s School Banking Every Thursday P & F Meeting T3 @ 8.35 am 29th July and 16th September School Board Meeting T3 @ 5.00pm 29th July, 26th August & 30th September
“Have no fear of moving into the unknown. Simply step out fearlessly knowing that I am with you,
therefore no harm can befall you; all is very well. Do this in complete faith and confidence.”
St Pope John Paul II
BOOKCLUB
Bookclub went home on Tuesday 21st July. All orders are to be back into the school office by no later than Wednesday 5th August 2015.
CANTEEN CLOSED (week 1 of term 3)
The school canteen will be closed Friday 24th July. Please make sure you send your child to school with recess and lunch. Canteen will resume in Week 2.
P & F QUIZ NIGHT
ARE YOU PLANNING ON COMING TO OUR QUIZ NIGHT? Saturday 1st August
Wanneroo Bowling Club 22 Cristafulli Avenue—Wanneroo
If you are planning on going to this P & F event we must know by
Friday 24th July or this event will need to be cancelled due to insufficient numbers.
Tickets can be purchased from the school office.
JOHN PAUL 11 Quick Facts
Pope John Paul II was born Karol Józef Wojtyla on May 18, 1920, in Wadowice, Poland. He was ordained in 1946, became the bishop of Ombi in 1958, and became the archbishop of Krakow in 1964. He was made a cardinal by Pope Paul VI in 1967, and in 1978 became the first non-Italian pope in more than 400 years. He was a vocal advocate for human rights and used his influence to effect political change. He died in Rome in 2005. It was announced in July of 2013 that he would be declared a saint in April of the following year.
CANTEEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Our school canteen is desperate for volunteers. If you are able to assist please contact the school office—9303 7101, Eileen—0435 644 698 or Paula—0434 277 611. Any amount of time you can help with is greatly appreciated.
NO VOLUNTEERS = NO CANTEEN
SCHOOL PHOTO DAY
Tuesday 11th August—Kindy Sugar Gliders only Wednesday 12th August—All other classes
Personalised envelopes were sent home last term. Please note you have the option of placing your photo order ONLINE instead of filling in the pre-paid envelope. Refer to your child’s personalized envelope for details about the ordering procedure or phone MSP Photography on 9342 3465 if you have any enquiries. If you wish to have a family photo taken, envelopes must be collected from the office and paid for prior to photo day. Please ensure exact money is tendered as NO CHANGE will be given by MSP.
ABSENTEE PROCEDURES
We have a lot of notes outstanding for absentees. If your child is absent you must advise the school office in writing. This can be via an SMS to 0438 404 375 email to [email protected] or the absentee link on our website. If you telephone the office, you will also be required to send a written note. Follow up letters are regularly sent home. If you receive one, please make sure it is returned to the school office ASAP.
HEALTHY EATING RECIPE—Souffle Omelette
Ingredients 1 tbs olive oil 100g button mushrooms, sliced 1 red capsicum, diced 2 eggs, separated 1/4 cup reduced fat tasty cheese, grated 1 cup baby rocket or baby spinach 6 semi dried tomatoes, drained of oil 1. Heat half the olive oil in a frying pan
over medium high heat and sauté the mushrooms and capsicum for 3-4 minutes and set aside.
2. 2. Place egg whites in a medium bowl and beat with electric mixers until soft peaks form.
3. Whisk the egg yolks and combine with whites. Mix gently until well combined. 4. Heat the remaining oil in a frying pan and pour in egg mixture. Swirl to cover the whole base of the pan. 5. Reduce heat and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until base is set. 6. Scatter all ingredients over one half of the omelette. Using a flexible spatula, lift other half and fold over to enclose the filling. 7. Continue cooking for a further two minutes or until omelette has set. Serve immediately.
PERFORMING ARTS SCHEDULE
Date Item Venue Performance Commences Monday Christian Drama Chapel of St Brigid 10.15 am 27th July Mercy College Beach Road Koondoola
****************************************************************************************** Wednesday Recorder Ensemble Don Russell Performing Arts Cnt 10.00 am 29th July Murdoch Road Thornlie
****************************************************************************************** Monday Solo Duet Zenith Music 12.00 pm 3rd August 309 Stirling Highway Claremont
****************************************************************************************** Tuesday Christian Dance Chapel of St Brigid 11.30 am 4th August Rehearsal Mercy College Beach Road Koondoola
****************************************************************************************** Tuesday School Band Don Russell Performing Arts Cnt 11.15 am 4th August Murdoch Road Thornlie
****************************************************************************************** Thursday Christian Dance Chapel of St Brigid 11.30 am 6th August Mercy College Beach Road Koondoola
****************************************************************************************** Monday Dance Rehearsal Perth Convention Centre 10.45 am 17th August Perth
****************************************************************************************** Monday Dance Perth Convention Centre 7.00 pm 17th August Perth
****************************************************************************************** Friday Year 1 Class Choir Vasto Club 11.00 am 21st August School Choir 1 Vasto Place Balcatta
****************************************************************************************** Monday Choral Speech Wellington Room 1.00 pm 24th August Morley Recreation Centre
Cnr Wellington & Mangini St Morley
RELATIONSHIPS AUSTRALIA—WA
Making Stepfamilies Work
Tuesday 4th August x 6 weeks. Couples with children from previous relationships may need strategies. Strategies on communication, agreement on discipline – who spells out the rules and what the rules are – and on handling competing demands. It is just as important for couples to ensure that in a busy week there is time just for each other. For further information please phone 9489 6322
Family Patterns
Thursday 6th August x 6 weeks. Many of our adulthood attitudes, values and beliefs and subsequent behaviors can be traced to what was passed on to us in our formative years. This course investigates this link with our first family, whether our biological family or other family system, e.g. foster or step family. How we communicate, resolve conflict, use anger effectively or not, and how we show affection – all these can be traced to family patterns passed down from generation to generation. For further information please phone 9489 6322
Rock and Water Programme
Saturday 15th August 8.30-12.30. Physical exercises are constantly linked with mental and social skills. The Rock and Water program leads from simple self-defence, boundary and communication exercises to a strong notion of self-confidence. The program offers a framework of exercises and ideas to assist boys and girls to become aware of the purpose and motivation in their life. Topics include: intuition, body language, mental strength, empathic feeling, positive feeling, positive thinking and positive visualising. For further information please phone 9489 6322
Parent Child Connection
Wednesday 26th August x 4 weeks. Raising children should be one of life’s greatest experiences, but as any parent knows, it is not an easy task. People with children under ten are invited to this four-week course to learn new skills, feel better about their parenting and gain confidence. For further information please phone 9489 6322
A huge thank you to Toby Hurd, Ruth Pop & Brian Morison & selected students from Mater Dei College for the beautiful artwork in our Early Childhood Area.
They have help make our school look much brighter. Some of our students had the opportunity to assist them during the process.
Banksia Grove Business Billboard
BROOKLANDS AUTOMOTIVE WANGARA
Call Alan Tel:- 0488-123 885 Tel:- 9309 4667
www.brooklandsautomotive.com.au
ZACCARIAS SKATE EMPORIUM
Roller Skating & Blading classes Public Session with a DJ
