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- increased the number of hours of cleaning staff
- provided classrooms with tissues and antibacterial hand wash - a long time practice
- reminded students of good hygiene practices e.g. washing hands with soap and water.
- reminding children of good hygiene practices
- keeping children home when they are sick.
Take care and God bless
Geraldine
When Jesus wanted to pray, he would often find a quiet, peaceful place away from the crowds where he could be alone with his heavenly father. One day, he took three of his disciples with him up a steep mountain. Jesus began to pray to his heavenly father when he suddenly appeared to change, his face and clothes shone with a brilliant light, as dazzling as the rays of the sun. On either side of him were Moses and Elijah. God wanted it known that Jesus was his Son.
It is important to make time for peace and quiet in our lives, without noise and distraction. Many people find it easier to pray and feel closer to God when they can sit quietly and talk to God and he can speak to us in our hearts. Then we know the peace which Jesus promised us, as we are filled with the Holy Spirit. Each class at Holy Spirit meditates. One of the advantages of all children participating in meditation is an increased calmness and harmony with the students. Meditation helps children pay attention and concentrate. They feel happier and peaceful and this affects their general well-being and ability to relate calmly and happily with others. Improved concentration allows students to focus and complete tasks to the best of their ability.
This week at Holy Spirit, we value courtesy. This can be seen in the showing of politeness in one’s attitude and behaviour towards others. Being courteous to others helps children develop friendships and respect from those around them. During this time of Lent, we encourage children to speak nicely to others, be friendly and respect each other that will help them form positive relationships with others.
This week our Project Compassion feature story is Barry from Australia.
Father of four, Barry, embodies resilience and strength. Growing up in a tough environment, he had to look inside himself to make the right choices for himself and his family. Barry, a Gamilaroi man originally from western NSW, remembers his early years as a time of enormous hardship. He didn’t have a stable home or support network and was mostly brought up by his grandparents. He became a father in his late teens and was suddenly faced with responsibilities for which he wasn’t ready. He started drinking heavily, behaviour that he’d witnessed previously.
Barry, and others like him, were able to take part in Red Dust Healing – a cultural healing program, which encourages participants to examine their own personal hurt and allows them to heal from within. The program addresses family and personal relationships, and what may have been lifelong patterns of violence, abuse and neglect.
Red Dust Healing Founder, Tom Powell, is humbled that the program has won numerous awards and helped over 16,000 people like Barry across Australia. “I had to make some changes – not for me, but for my daughters,” Barry said. “I just thought to myself, why keep doing this? That ripple effect will travel, it will flow on to my girls and my grandchildren.”
Today, thanks to the Red Dust Healing program, Barry is an inspirational father to his four girls and a respected leader in his community. He now facilitates Red Dust Healing workshops and helps others through their healing process. A brighter future for men, women and their families can start today. Let’s Go Further, Together.
For more information on Barry, please visit https://lent.caritas.org.au/page/week-3
For more information on Barry, please visit https://lent.caritas.org.au/page/week-3
Lenten Retreat: Fr. Gerard Moran OCD, from Carmelite Monastery, Varroville, Sydney will preach a Lenten Retreat at Holy Spirit Parish, Cranbrook from 11-15 March, 2020. There will be two sessions: One on 11,12, and 13 March from 7-9 pm and the other on Saturday 14 March from 9.00 - 3.00 pm (Lunch Provided) and Sunday 15 March from 2.00 – 5.30 pm. No cost involved. All welcome. Bring yourself and an open heart. A great way to prepare for Easter. Please let the parish office know if you intend to attend on 4779 1404
Have a great week.
God bless
Caroline Fuller
The closing date for all student Mulkadee applications is March 27th. Please note that no late applications will be accepted.
Students will be notified by April 20th if their application has been successful.
Please contact Sandra Neal at the Townsville Catholic Education Office on 0439574103 or mulkadee@tsv.catholic.edu.au if you have any issues.
The website address for applications is: http://tiny.cc/M20WOO
The school representative is Mrs Sue Laing
Thuringowa Basketball Selection
Congratulations to Harper Kyle, Charlie Fuller and Michael Fuller for their selection in the Thuringowa School Basketball Team. These players will now trial for the Northern Region Basketball Team on Tuesday 31st March in the Burdekin. We wish Harper, Charlie and Michael well!
Holy Spirit Catholic School uses Flexischools ordering system. To register, login or to place orders, please click this link:
ROSTER |
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12.03.20 |
John Edwards, Rose Mcherry |
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13.03.20 |
Jeena Philips-Koshy,Tim Marrinan, Virgina Novinetz |
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16.03.20 |
Barbara Page, Kate Smith | ||
17.03.20 |
Sue Viviers, Thiru Sasi Emmanuel, Tina McDonough | ||
18.03.20 |
Christine Nash, Felicity Leon, Kerri Player |
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CAKE |
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12.03.20 |
Cathy Duvel |
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16.03.20 |
Heather D'Mello, Lanie Hedger | ||
17.03.20 |
Helen Spagnol |
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FRUIT |
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16.03.20 |
Allyce Rawnsley, Emily Lyons | ||
17.03.20 |
Bernadette Bryant, Louise Sutton |
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.
DCO Events and Activities
There are lots of great DCO events coming up during the next few months. For more information on these events and to register for these activities follow the links below.
19 March Eat, Drink, Repeat (Dinner) Register for this child free event
21 March My Dad & Me: Sundae Funday Mums get the morning off
Save the date for these great events.
29 March Dogs Day Out
21 April Dr Seuss Picnic
7 May Let’s Do Lunch
Coming in June Think Pink – Ladies Wellbeing Event
Add this to your favourites so you never miss a DCO event
Geckos Family Centre
Have you visited Geckos Family Centre on Lavarack Barracks yet?
This community centre offers a diverse range of activities for Defence members and their families. From Boot Camps, playgroup, craft groups, social nights, special events and school holiday programs, there is something for everyone. Drop in and say Hi to Linda & Cara and find out what exciting activities they have planned for 2020.
If you would like to know more follow them on Facebook at Geckos Family Centre – North Queensland
Contact DCO
If you need support, help, or advice at any time, the Defence Family Helpline operates 24-7 and is staffed by qualified human services professionals including social workers and psychologists.
The best way to access any of these services is to contact the all-hours Defence Family Helpline on DefenceFamilyHelpline@defence.gov.au or 1800 624 608.
Parents want their children to thrive in the future. But how do you prepare your children when the future is constantly changing? Recently, Michael Grose asked this question to human potential and parenting expert Nikki Bush and her answer was illuminating.
It’s good to know that there are some signposts to follow to help us prepare our children to capitalise on the opportunities available in the changing career and social landscape ahead.
Date |
Event |
March |
17.03.20 |
Board Meeting |
18.03.30 |
"A" Schools swimming carnival |
20.03.20 |
St Margaret Mary's College Open Day |
23.03.20 |
Naplan Readiness Test Yr 3 & Yr 5 |
Safeguarding Update
The safeguarding webpage has been updated to include the reviewed and approved policy and its procedures. Please visit www.tsv.catholic.org.au/safeguarding to access the safeguarding documents. 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.
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 report if we have concerns about a persons safety or conduct.
For more information regarding the Safeguarding policy and our procedures, please contact Mr Craig Brereton on 4726 3264 or cbrereton@tsv.catholic.org.au
Palm Sunday Walk for Justice
Speaking at the celebration of the World Day of Migrants and Refugees last year Pope Francis denounced "the globalisation of indifference" and reminded Christians that we are called to welcome refugees. Townsville Christians have the opportunity to show that we do welcome refugees by attending the Palm Sunday Walk for Justice for Refugees on Sunday 5 April. The Walk will commence from the Rockpool at 4pm and proceed to the Strand Amphitheatre. As in previous years, the Walk will be led by religious leaders.
At the Amphitheatre there will be several short speeches and the event will finish before 6pm.
Term Dates 2020 |
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Term 1 |
Tuesday 28 January 2020 |
Friday 3 April 2020 |
Term 2 |
Monday 20 April 2020 |
Friday 26 June 2020 |
Term 3 |
Monday 13 July 2020 |
Friday 18 September 2020 |
Term 4 |
Tuesday 6 October 2020 |
Friday 4 December 2020 |
Pupil Free Day: Friday 4 September 2020 |
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.
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 |
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.