Tonight, Michelle Mitchell is hosting an online webinar aimed at young people and how they can stay happy and stay safe online. The webinar is at 6pm and is talking about what to do if you come across anything rude, scary or nasty, why parents sometimes say 'no' and the tricks companies use to make kids spend more time and money online. Please register through the link here Staying Happy and Safe Online

Thank you to Adopt a Cowboy for his visit to our school this week. Valentine Holmes worked with Year 5A and 5D in a team challenge. The focus was on our SPIRIT Way and the Cowboys Way. Each team was challenged to work with their teammates to have respectful relationships and show persistence...give a 110%. Thank you Val for your continued support to our school.

We were created to love. That’s what Jesus says and that’s what the gospel says in this week’s reading - ‘The Raising of Lazarus’ (John 11:1-45). This story is the greatest sign of Jesus’ public ministry recorded. Jesus travels a full day’s journey to the place where Lazarus lays and calls him out of the tomb, where he comes out still wrapped in cloths with the face cloth around his head. This was the sign that many then came to ‘believe in Him’. God knows our struggles and our fears and has the power to unbind us if we believe in Him as the resurrection and the life.

This week at Holy Spirit we value justice. Justice, as we all know, is all about fairness for ourselves and for others. We should always be looking for ways in which we are called to be people for others, especially when we see something that isn’t fair and we can help in some way. During Lent, we are especially called to help those in need with the essentials required for a decent life (food, clothing and shelter). Our donations to Project Compassion this year is a great way to help those in need. We encourage all our families to buy their book of tickets for our Project Compassion Easter Raffle. By supporting this, we are doing our part to care for those who are poor.

Project Compassion Easter Raffle: A book of tickets has been sent home with the eldest in the family to raise funds for Project Compassion. This year, there are 6 prizes in total with our bigger prizes being for first, second and third. Additional tickets are available in our Office at the Front Reception. You can also see the prizes on display behind reception. The raffle will be drawn at our Easter Liturgy next Wednesday morning.
Good luck everyone and thank you for your generosity in supporting Project Compassion where little donations go a long way helping those in need.

PROJECT COMPASSION BOXES: Boxes can be returned to the Office at the end of this term. Thank you in advance to all those families who put aside a little from home to support PC23. For more information about CARITAS and its work go to www.caritas.org.au

God bless.
Caroline Fuller

Our Adopt-a-Cowboy, Valentine Holmes joined Grade 5 in a team challenge today. We were focussing on respect for each other, persistence and some resilience when things didn't quite go as planned. Val inspired us to work as a team. Thanks for taking time out for us Val.

Congratulations to Destin Beitsch for making the Northern 10-12yrs Boys Touch Team. Our Northern team will be travelling to Cairns to play in the State Championship, May 18^th – 21^st. Good Luck Destin.

Could parents/caregivers please notify the office or Mrs Laing on or before Friday 24th March if your child is not continuing Instrumental tuition in Term 2.

New students

If you wish your child to commence tuition in Term 2 please contact Mrs Laing re vacancies in the program.

Mulkadee tickets go on sale on Thursday 23rd March.

Hey there men!! You're invited to a BBQ breakfast to hear inspirational speaker John Duiker: a worship leader, singer/song writer, health coach, husband and father to 11 children.

Come and grab a bite to eat & hear how God radically transformed John’s life. Sat Mar 25 0830 - 1030 @ The Spirit Centre, 398 Ross River Rd, Cranbrook (next to Holy Spirit Church). RSVP 22 March David 0402 817 493 / John 0448 343 074

Holy Spirit Catholic School uses Flexischools ordering system.  To register, login or to place orders, please click this link:  

Flexischools

ROSTER
23.03.23	Jillian Reddy, Rose McSherry
24.03.23	Helpers Wanted!
27.03.23	Margaret Vaughan, Kerri Player
28.03.23	Shelley Connor, Sifa Ayinkamiye
29.03.23	Rebecca McLennan
30.03.23	Anne Fisher
31.03.23	Helpers Wanted!

CAKE    (We are kindly accepting donations of packet cakes only at this time)
24.03.23	Therese Lynch
27.03.23	Allyce Rawnsley, Sam Connor
28.03.23	Petrece Dwyer-Sayers, Sarah Flanagan
30.03.23	Kerri Lovatt
FRUIT
27.03.23	Allyce Rawnsley, Jinomon Thomas, Sam Connor, Vicki Darr
28.03.23	Petrece Dwyer-Sayers

In this edition of SchoolTV - ANXIETY

Most young people today experience anxiety at some point in their life. Sometimes that slight rush of anxiety that occurs prior to an exam or sporting event, can enhance their performance. However, experiencing too much anxiety, over long periods of time, can be extremely damaging to their health and wellbeing. There is a difference between ‘good’ and ‘bad’ anxiety.

Statistics show, that the psychological health of young people today is far worse than it was a generation ago. This is having an adverse affect on children in both primary and secondary levels. Some of their issues of concern include stress, school, study, body image and friendship.

Parents need to be aware of the warning signs of ‘bad’ anxiety. There are preventative measures parents can implement as well as teaching kids the skills to cope more efficiently with their anxiety.

We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this edition of SchoolTV and we always welcome your feedback. If you have any concerns about your child, please contact your child’s classroom teacher for further information or seek medical or professional help.

Here is the link to the Anxiety edition of SchoolTV

https://hsstsv.catholic.schooltv.me/newsletter/youth-anxiety

We are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8am-8.25am in the hall.

Your support with donations of spreads (not nut based) and bread are needed and appreciated, due to the increase in children accessing the program.

Donations can be dropped off at Tuckshop.

No Breakfast club this Friday 24th March!

DMFS TOWNSVILLE’S UPCOMING EVENTS

Kookaburra Kids Defence Program

Townsville - Kookaburra Kids APRIL 2023 - ICE SKATING!

Defence Serving and Ex-Serving Veterans' kids; Age 8 - 18

Refer your young person to start our Townsville PROGRAMS.

Activity Days, Camps, Online Connect Sessions. 

Email Hannah.gallinar@kookaburrakids.org.au for questions, help applying, or just to chat.

https://kookaburrakids.org.au/our-programs/defence-kids-activities/

The Legacy Centenary Torch Relay - Presented by Defence Health

In tribute and appreciation for 100 years of care for our veterans and their families.

As the private health insurer for the Defence community, we are proud to present The Legacy Centenary Torch Relay 2023. Veterans and their families are at the heart of everything we do. Our partnership with Legacy recognises the valuable support Legacy gives to the families of those who’ve given their all for their country. We will never take for granted the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. The Legacy Centenary Torch Relay is our way to recognise them and pay tribute to the vital work of Legacy Australia. Join us on the journey. Volunteer registrations at legacytorchrelay.com.au

Art in Conflict touring exhibition from the Australian War Memorial

Contemporary artists’ responses to conflict bring to light untold stories, reveal neglected histories and deepen our understanding of Australia’s experience of conflict, both past and present.

Supported by research from an Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Project, the exhibition highlights how war art can lead us to consider different ways of thinking about current and recent conflicts, inviting us to consider perspectives we might not otherwise encounter.

Exhibition Dates: 3 March – 7 May

Launch: Thursday 2 March, 6 – 8pm

Curators Talk: Saturday 4 March, 10:30 – 11:30am

Join exhibition curator Dr Anthea Gunn as she tells us about the works on display and what was involved in curating this thought-provoking exhibition.

Artist Talk: Sunday 12 March, 10:30am – 12pm

Join us for an informative morning at the Gallery as Art In Conflict artists Susan Norrie and Shirley Macnamara give us an insight into their artworks on display and discuss the long legacies of war.

For more information, head to Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Facebook page.

Defence Member and Family Helpline

For advice, support or local community information, contact our all-hours Defence Member and Family Helpline. Run by Defence Member and Family Support, 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.

The information contained in this bulletin is sent out on behalf of other agencies and groups. It does not necessarily indicate DMFS support or involvement. The intention is to provide information to readers so that they can self-select and research its suitability for them individually.

If you no longer wish to receive this bulletin please email your request to DMFS Townsville.

All uniform supplies are available at The School Locker, Domain Central (close to Bunnings).  Phone 1800 826 155

The School Locker

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.