Sunday is the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, Corpus Christi, and in the

Gospel we listen again to the story of the Last Supper. When we come together at Mass to share the Eucharist, which means “thanksgiving”, we remember the meal Jesus shared with his friends the night before he died when he broke bread and shared it with his disciples. We are nourished and strengthened to go out and live good lives. We encourage our students to do the best they can in everything they do.

This week at Holy Spirit we value compassion, meaning sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.  Compassion gives us the ability to understand someone else's situation and the desire to take action to improve their lives.  It is the quality that allows us to step outside of ourselves and see the circumstances of others.  It supplies the will power to do what is necessary to make the world a more caring place.  This week, we pray our students show compassion to those around them.

On Friday, we celebrated Holy Spirit Day.  We were so lucky to have had Andrew Chinn join us for the day.  Andrew shared his music across all grades in preparation for the concert at the end of the day.  The children participated enthusiastically during our liturgy and concert.  Thank you to all those who came along to join us for the liturgy and concert.

This Sunday, students will conclude their Sacramental Programme with a combined Mass.  Over the last couple of months, we have worked closely with the children in preparing them for this special occasion.  We keep all those students who will receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Eucharist this Sunday with the Holy Spirit Parish in our prayers this week.  

Have a great week.

God bless.

Caroline Fuller

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All you need to do is:
✔ download the app     www.covid19.qld.gov.au/check-in-qld
✔ enter your details once
✔ open the app when you next visit us at school
✔ select ‘Check in Now’ and hover your smartphone over our QR code
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Using this digital check-in means your details are stored securely by the Queensland Government for fast COVID-19 contact tracing if needed. #CheckInQld

NQ Cross Country Trials

Yesterday, Brigitte R (6A), Jemma C (5B) and Mala B (6A) competed in the next stage of the Cross Country – NQ Trials. Brigitte finished 1st, and Jemma 15th place - 11 Years Girls and Mala 1st place – 12 Years Girls. Brigitte and Mala will now have the opportunity to compete in the State Championships in Ipswich. All Girls were excellent representatives of Holy Spirit.

Thuringowa Touch Football Selection

Congratulations to Mia M (6A), Eli G (6B), Logan W (6B) and Tyrese B (6D) for their selection in the U12 Thuringowa School Touch Football Teams. The students will now trial for the Northern Region Rugby Touch Football Team in Townsville next month.

Students are invited to wear their Indigenous shirts this Thursday 3rd June to commemorate Mabo Day.

We’re changing our name!

On 1 July we will change our name from Defence Community Organisation (DCO) to Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS).

Our new name reflects our vision, what we do and who we do it for. While we are changing our name, there will be no changes to any of the services or programs offered to ADF members and their families.

Find out more about our name change www.defence.gov.au/dco 

Defence Family Helpline

For advice, support or local community information, contact our all-hours Defence Family Helpline. Run by the Defence Community Organisation, the Helpline is the best way to access the programs and services that we offer to help Defence families manage the military way of life.

The helpline is available 24/7 and is staffed by qualified human services professionals including social workers and psychologists.

Our next meeting is Monday 7th June!

Schools, Teachers and Students - This is for you

Come be part of the Sports Festivities 

Don't miss your chance to be part of history with the inaugural Festival of Athletics - one of the largest and premier community athletics event in Australia. With so much to do and see there is something for everyone. 

The Festival of Athletics will involve three events all located at the Townsville Sports Reserve. This includes the 5km and 9km Fun Run, the Team Challenge for schools and corporate bodies, and an athletics championship targeting regional to Olympic athletes.

To provide further enticement, the day will include entertainment on the fun run course, sponsor activations and a range of innovative attractions and stalls that promote healthy living and increases community engagement. 

All of this and more. Lock in your calendars now the 18-20 June 2021. 

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Entries are now open for the Community Fun Run. Run, walk or roll around a course that showcases the best of North Ward. There is a range of courses, including a team run, that is perfect for all fitness levels. Make sure you register early so you can get a limited edition participation medal. This event is perfect to end the school terms Cross Country program. 

Team Challenge entry portal is now live. Sign your team up now to compete in a fun, innovative challenge to see who will be rewarded with the golden cup. 

• School Challenge – compete with your classmates, teachers and/or family members to see which school comes out on top. We want to know who will be the champion school for 2021. 

Track and Field event portal is now live. Students, parents and teachers can sign up to compete in a range of track and field events - open to all ages and abilities. No membership requirements required - reducing the barriers to compete in sport. We have confirmed that over 20 Olympic / Olympic hopefuls will be present - how cool would it be to watch and compete with them.

We're celebrating 23 YEARS of the
McDonald's Townsville Running Festival in 2021.
Register now and get ready to #makememories 
www.townsvillerunningfestival.com
1st of August 2021

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DOES A TIME IN REWARD BAD BEHAVIOUR?

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Does a time in reward bad behaviour?

By Sarah Conway  Posted May 30, 2021  In Self Regulation

Sarah is a psychologist, mama of 4 and the creator of Mindful Little Minds. She has over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and families experiencing mental health problems and has a special interest in anxiety disorders in children. In her spare time she enjoys hugging her kids, drinking coffee, and telling anyone who’ll listen how tired she is.

In traditional parenting circles, time outs are often recommended as a gentle discipline strategy. An alternative to physical punishment or yelling. But if you’ve been following me for any length of time, you would know that I strongly advocate for time ins over time outs. And this is an idea that many parents struggle with. They often ask me, “Isn’t a time in just rewarding my child’s bad behaviour?”  And I understand. I truly do.

You have a child who has just been aggressive, or disruptive. Maybe they’ve broken something, done something you’ve asked them not to, yelled at you, called you a name, or hurt a sibling. And I’m asking you to bring them close to you. Sit with them. Give them a hug. Offer compassion and empathy. See things from their point of view. To offer them love and kindness at a time when they seem the least deserving of it.  It’s hard to do. And it requires a big shift in the way we view our children and their behaviour.  

For more information about co-regulation and safety in connection, please view the full article at Mindful Little Minds.

We are open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8am in the Hall.

Your support with donations of bread, spreads, vegemite, jam etc. (excluding peanut based spreads) would be appreciated.  

All uniform supplies are available at The School Locker, Domain Central (close to Bunnings).

Phone 1800 826 155

The School Locker

Uniform days for students:

Monday and Wednesday - Formal uniform
Tuesday and Thursday - Sports uniform
Friday - own choice
Senior shirts may be worn on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

If your child is going to be absent, please enter the details through Compass, as this is the most efficient way to inform the school.