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This week we will hold our annual Mini Fete. The Mini Fete is organised by teachers and students and funds raised will support Catholic Mission.
It has long been a tradition of catholic schools to support Catholic Mission. Some parents or grandparents may remember the little mission boxes from their school days when we were encouraged to support children in faraway countries - not so faraway these days!
This year, students across Australia are not only asked to fundraise but also encouraged to learn how the Church in Ghana is taking a lead in providing life-saving care to children with disability and fostering their personal development for a brighter future.
Later this week, we also celebrate All Saints' Day - a holy day of the Catholic Church, celebrated annually on November 1. Interestingly, you will probably hear more about Halloween rather than the 'good works' of many saints.
Pope Francis calls upon us, as the 'Communion of Saints' (a communion of holy ones, living and dead), to do good works such as support the poor. It is timely this year that our Mini Fete falls on All Saints’ Day, the day after Halloween. Over the past few weeks (perhaps longer), Halloween costumes, pumpkins, lollies and chocolates have appeared in increasing numbers throughout supermarkets and other stores. This year your family might like to consider the saintly actions of 'giving to others' through the Mini Fete rather than 'getting' which can be the focus of Halloween.
Thank you to all who have volunteered to assist class teachers and students. Parents are welcome to attend, the fun begins at 1.10 pm!
God bless
Geraldine
This Friday will see the next instalment of our Mini Fete for the Missions. This will begin at 1.10pm and is situated around Bibi Goo Yumba and lower school area. Students are encouraged to bring loose change rather than notes. If you able to assist on the day, please contact your class teacher.
Prep, Year 1 and Year 2 will be attending swimming lessons later this term. Notes have gone home and the option of paying online is provided in this letter. The staff are super excited about this next adventure and we love the opportunity to demonstrate to our little ones the importance of water safety, particularly in NQ. Thank you for your support with this program.
A reminder that we have a whole school assembly with our Thank You Liturgy. This will commence at 8.45am
Happy Days,
Paul
Northern School Sport 10-11 years Aquathon Trials
If your child is born 2009 or 2008 and would be interested in trialling for Northern School Sport team, please see Mr Martin this week. The trial distances are as follows
1km run - 200m swim -1km run again
Only nominated students by the school will be permitted to trial on the day.
The Holy Spirit Eco Council is holding a stall at the mini fete, to do this we are asking for your support.
Please bring in empty and washed yoghurt or custard containers. These can be taken to the 5D or 4C classrooms (not the office).
Thank you, Emily and Mala
Hope to see you at our stall.
Choral And Instrumental Competition 2019
An invitation is extended to all students in years 4, 5 & 6 to enter the above competition.
- Students entering the unison section and the duet section (choral) must choose a song that they have worked on in choir. This includes songs from our 50th birthday celebration concert, Christmas songs or Graduation songs. Please see Mrs Laing if your song selection does not fit the criteria.
- Students entering the unison section (instrumental) may select their own music.
- Students entering the duet section (instrumental) may select their own music.
The competition will be held in the Music Room on Friday 22nd November.
Entries close on Monday 18th November.
A copy of the song or instrumental piece being performed must accompany the ENTRY FORM.
Please return entry forms to the school office or Mrs Laing.
Winners to be announced at the Grade 6 Rite of Passage.
Sunday, November 24th, 2019
Dear Parents/Caregiver’s,
Holy Spirit School will be hosting a ‘Festival of the Arts’ morning on Sunday 24th November in the Lynch Family Hall.
We would like to invite all instrumental, vocal and drama students to take part in this ‘Celebration of the Arts’.
Throughout the morning children will have the opportunity to showcase their talents in the areas of Woodwind, Brass, Percussion, Guitar, Orchestral Strings, Voice and Drama.
The morning’s entertainment will commence at 10.00am with Session 1 comprising children in the Woodwind, Brass, Percussion, Vocal and Drama Program.
Children in this session are to arrive at the hall at 9.45am.
Session 2 will commence at 11.30 am comprising students in the Guitar and Orchestral Strings Program.
Childen in this session are to arrive at the hall at 11.15am.
Can you please complete and return the form which was distributed to students last week to Mrs Laing by Friday 15th November.
Forms may also be left at the school office.
We are participating in Redgum Book Club this term and the flyer has been sent home with your child. Every order will earn resources and books for our school.
The Redgum Book Club catalogue is now all online. The online catalogue will continue to be packed with quality books and educational game options (from international and local publishers), bestsellers and gold coin options. Please open the link to view the current catalogue.
Books start from $2 with hundreds more titles on their website. www.redgumbookclub.com.au
The catalogue is now open and closes on the 4th November. Orders will be delivered to the school by 22nd November.
New Release titles in the current catalogue include:
- Frozen II – The ultimate companion to Disney's highly anticipated second instalment of the Oscar winning film, Frozen. Due for release in December Frozen II
- Definitely Do Not Open This Book – From Australian Author, Andy Lee, this fun story will delight children and adults alike Definitely Do Not Open This Book
- The Pug Who Wanted To Be A Reindeer - A festive adventure starring a loveable little pug with a heart of gold The Pug Who Wanted To Be A Reindeer
- Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball - Book 14 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, from international bestselling author, Jeff Kinney Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball
- Minecraft Annual 2020 - A look back at the excitements, surprises and new potential for fun and creativity that came about in Minecraft's tenth year Minecraft Annual 2020
- The Monster Who Wasn’t – From Australian Author, T C Shelley, comes a brilliantly rich fantasy adventure that will make us all believe in monsters - be they good, bad or somewhere in between The Monster Who Wasn't
- Eddie Woo’s Magical Maths – Australian Author, Eddie Woo’s bumper book of maths fun, stuffed with things to draw, puzzle, invent, order, unscramble and code. Eddie Woo's Magical Maths
How to place an order:
- Order online and pay by credit card redgumbookclub.com.au
- Email orders@redgumbookclub.com.au
If you have any questions, email Lesley on schools@redgumbookclub.com.au
We are open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8am at Tuckshop.
Your support with donations of spreads (not nut based) would be appreciated. Donations can be dropped off at Tuckshop.
Families may be on the move shortly with the school year coming to an end. If you have a posting order, we can help with your child with the transition of moving, just contact Zita or myself if you wish for any assistance.
hstanhope@hsstsv.catholic.edu.au
zwhiteside@hsstsv.catholic.edu.au
Some dates to keep in mind.......
Disaster Ready Day – 3 November
The cyclone season is from 1 November – 30 April. Learn how to prepare for a natural disaster at this free community event.
Come to Disaster Ready Day for demonstrations on sandbagging and emergency repairs to windows, get to know your storm tide zone, and find out what to do in a disaster situation. Visit over 30 exhibitors and pick up a few giveaways along the way. Stay for the food stalls and free kids amusements!
Visit disaster.townsville.qld.gov.au, Townsville's one-stop shop for critical information about the local area in times of disaster.
The (almost) Amazing Race is back
Same fantastic venue but brand new clues and challenges
ADF members and families are invited to join us for our version of the Amazing Race. Jog, walk or sprint your way through a series of checkpoints and challenges in a race against the clock to find the most clues. Enter a team (2-5 people), test your skill and have some fun. We will be looking for the most original team name and the best dressed team. The event is suitable for everyone from families with prams through to teens, couples and single members. Sausage sizzle provided. We’ll be doing a free sausage sizzle with refreshments provided.
Where: Jezzine Barracks, cnr Cook & Isley Sts, North Ward
When: Friday 8 November 4.30 – 6.30pm
Defence Holidays – Magnetic Island – November special
Is a trip to Maggie Island on your to do list? Why not plan a trip in November. The team at Defence Holidays has a great special for travel during November.
Take your car and up to 5 people, return Townsville to Magnetic Island from $98. That’s a saving of $108. Travel dates must be in November and bookings must be made through Defence Holidays NQ to receive the special rate.
Contact Sarah & Amanda on 4725 3842 or via email admin@defenceholidaysnq.com.au
Save the Date: Welcome to Townsville Expo 2020
Defence Community Organisation invites Townsville families to join us to find out about the services available in the region. Visit information stalls for community agencies, sports and recreation groups, employment and recruiting agencies. There will be plenty of free activities for the children.
Where: Townsville Stadium
When: Saturday 9 February 2020 from 10.00am – 1.00pm
Holy Spirit Catholic School uses Flexischools ordering system. To register, login or to place orders, please click this link:
ROSTER |
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31.10.19 |
Louise Daley |
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01.11.19 |
Jeena Philips-Koshy,Tim Marrinan, Virginia Novinetz |
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Nicole Boon | ||
05.11.19 |
Sue Viviers, Tina McDonough | ||
06.11.19 |
Christine Nash, Natalie Neucom, Sheena Kernorske | ||
CAKE |
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04.11.19 |
Alice Calleja, Belinda Tuckett, Jodi Barnes, Leanne Thompson |
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FRUIT |
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01.11.19 |
Priscilla Parsons | ||
04.11.19 |
Andrea Catt, Bernadette Bryant, Leanne Thompson, Penny Lange |
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Louise Sutton | ||
06.11.19 |
Emmily Priestley |
Date |
Event |
November |
01.11.19 |
Mini Fete for Missions |
06.11.19 |
Thank you liturgy |
11.11.19- 15.11.19 |
Prep Swimming Lessons |
Safeguarding Update
The Diocesan Safeguarding Coordinator continues to meet regularly with Parish Priests and Administrators, Safeguarding Representatives and Pastoral Councils to ensure the Catholic National Safeguarding Standards are being applied across all ministries. Parishioners are encouraged to provide feedback on our safeguarding processes and to visit the safeguarding webpage www.tsv.catholic.org.au/safeguarding Your feedback, via the webpage, is directly submitted to the Diocesan Safeguarding Coordinator. You can also speak directly with your Parish Priest or Safeguarding Representative if you prefer.
Your involvement and support to our parishes is critical to ensure we put into action, our commitment to protect our most vulnerable and to create a safer environment for everyone. This includes how we apply our safeguarding policy in ministry and how we manage risks.
For more information regarding the Safeguarding policy and our processes, please contact Mr Craig Brereton on 4726 3264 or cbrereton@tsv.catholic.org.au
National Prayer Campaign for Drought
The Catholic Bishops of Australia have announced a National Prayer Campaign for Drought to take place during November. People across the country are encouraged to pray for the gift of rain, for people affected by the drought and to provide practical support, where possible. The Bishops note that large parts of the country are directly affected by the drought, but the impact is national – and so should the response be national. Access resources and find out more at: www.catholic.org.au/drought
Ordination of Emene Kelemete
Bishop Tim Harris would like to invite you to attend the Ordination to the Priesthood of Deacon Emene Kelemete on Thursday 31st of October from 7pm. The Ordination will take place at the Edmund Rice Hall at Ignatius Park College, Ross Rover Road. There is ample parking in the Holy Spirit Parish Car Park, Ignatius Park College car park and on Ross River Road and Albert Street. There will be light refreshments afterwards. All are welcome to attend.
Understanding the Rite of Ordination
First Mass: For a long time, the first Mass offered by the newly ordained was celebrated the day after their ordination, with the Bishop as the only Celebrant at the Ordination Mass. With the reinstitution of concelebration after the Second Vatican Council, a rich symbol of the College of Priests gathered around their Bishop at the altar, the newly ordained priest now acts as a concelebrant at the Mass of Ordination and this then becomes their “First Mass” as a priest. Either the next day or in the coming days, the newly ordained priest will celebrate a Mass in Thanksgiving for the gift of ordination and for the gift of so many people who have brought him thus far.
Extra Ordinary Month of Mission
Thank you for supporting this year’s Catholic Mission Church Appeal through your kinds gifts and prayers, and for reaching out to children and communities in need in Ghana and throughout the world. Your generosity makes it possible for the programs such as the Nazareth Home for God’s Children to provide love and support for children rescued from life-threatening situations. Thank you also to so many parishioners who have become monthly giving partners through our Ghana Mission Partners Program.
For more information about the work of Catholic Mission or the Extraordinary Missionary Month in October, please contact our friendly team at the FREECALL: 1800 257 296 or www.catholicmission.org.au/ghana
St Joseph the Worker Parish market stall
The Parish is holding a market stall each weekend during October after the Saturday evening Mass @ 6:30pm, and after Sunday morning Mass @ 9:00am. They have hand crafted items, homemade goodies, plants and a variety of additional and interesting items for sale, just in time for Christmas. All proceeds will go to assist in the running of the Parish. Get in early to snap up some of the goodies they have for sale.
St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal Launch
You are invited to the launch of the 2019 Christmas Appeal will be held on Thursday 7th November at St Joseph’s Mundingburra from 12.30pm. Would you like to collect donations in your school or business? Supporter boxes can be delivered to your by
Society Volunteers. Donations of non-perishable food items, gifts, or money would be appreciated. The Society is happy to pick up any supporter boxes and donations on request. If you would like to attend the launch, please rsvp to 4771 4077 or Townsville.office@svdpqld.org.au
All uniform supplies are available at The School Locker, Domain Central (close to Bunnings).
Phone 1800 826 155
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.
Parents, it is essential that you advise the office if your child is going to be absent. This can be done by emailing absent@hsstsv.catholic.edu.au or via the compass app.
Wednesday Assemblies |
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Prep – Year 2 |
8.40am |
Years 3 – 6 |
2.10pm |
Whole School Assemblies |
8.45am |
Daily Bell Times |
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8.15 am |
Students are allowed to move to class |
8.30 am |
School day commences |
10.30 am |
Morning tea bell |
10.55 am |
Five minute warning bell |
11.00 am |
School day resumes |
1.00 pm |
Lunch bell |
1.30 pm |
Five minute warning bell |
1.35 pm |
School day resumes. |
2.50 pm |
School day concludes |