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Have you noticed the creativity and resourcefulness in others over the past five weeks? Each week I am amazed and impressed with the ingenuity of others. The saying: 'Out of adversity comes opportunity' is evident and all around us. The creativity can be inspirational for us.
Many organisations are generously offering free events and experiences. Our local Umbrella Studio, is promoting the arts by providing an art competition for 3 to 11 year olds; prizes will be awarded. This week, I received an email about a free, online, interactive, birthday party. This may be only for dance lovers!
At the beginning of this pandemic crisis we saw selfishness in supermarkets, yet the goodness and generosity of others has far surpassed these thoughtless acts. I encourage you to recognise and applaud this in your family, neighbours and our wider community.
Throughout this year, we will promote the businesses who have provided the prizes for our Fete Dodgers. At some future stage, I hope you will have the opportunity to support one or more of these businesses. Thank you to all who have managed to buy and return dodgers - the draw will still go ahead on Friday 29 May! Don't forget the major prize is $1000, courtesy of Dillon Architects.
I know our parents, students and staff members are supporting each other as we traverse the joys and challenges of remote learning. We are also mindful of the essential workers who keep our community and country afloat.
May we all continue forward in a spirit of generosity - that is the Strength in the Spirit!
Take care and God bless!
Geraldine
This week, we value Courage at Holy Spirit Catholic School. It was wonderful to hear of our families 'Light up the Dawn' in honour of our ANZACS. Thank you.
Courage for us this week may mean challenging ourselves with our online learning. As we head into week 2, it is easy to fall into bad habits and we need to have the courage to ask questions of the teachers and students to get the best outcome. It is also a great opportunity to congratulate our students for the courage and persistence they have displayed in their online learning to date. There has been a change in our schooling and they have taken to it beautifully. We are so proud of their efforts.
Speaking of challenges, I have this week's challenge for the whole family.
If you accept this challenge, you must create your own. You have 5 shots at the scoreboard and see how many points you get. More information will arrive via the class pages.
A reminder that next Monday May 4 (Star Wars Day) is a public holiday. School will be closed.
Finally, this Friday is 'Tropical Friday' for our school community. We encourage students to wear something tropical including our online learners from home. Send a photo to your class teacher.
Happy Days
Paul Marin
This week at Holy Spirit, we value courage. Most often, we associate courage with physical prowess or bravery. Courage can also be seen in the form of being honest, fair, not giving up, being a peacemaker. This type of courage often requires us to sometimes step out of our comfort zone and do something we might not usually do but know we must as it is the right thing. This week we encourage our students to think how they can be courageous and help others.
Last Saturday was ANZAC Day, a day to remember the many courageous men and women who have served our nation during war, those who have died, those who have returned from war, those who are still in peacekeeping teams and those who have died while helping with humanitarian aid in war torn countries. Even though our school was unable to participate in our whole school Liturgy and join others in the Parade, it was still a time for families to reflect and participate in their own way to show appreciation for those who have or continue to show courage serving our country.
Saturday 1 May - FEAST OF SAINT JOSEPH THE WORKER
We celebrate two feast days for Joseph: March 19 for Joseph the Husband of Mary and May 1 for Joseph the Worker. Saint Joseph is the model for all who work, because in his humble and simple work as a carpenter, he cared for the holy family and provided for the needs of Mary and Jesus. Through Saint Joseph, we can learn the importance of diligence and faithfulness in our daily life and work.
Who Will Walk With Us on May 9?
On Saturday, May 9, Gary Pinto will be hosting a free online concert for Project Compassion, bringing Australian and International music stars directly from their lounge room, to yours.
We are overjoyed to announce some of the musicians who will be bringing their big talents (and big hearts) to the show:
- Gary Pinto
- Diesel
- Carmen Smith
- Bobbie Lee Stamper
- Matt Gresham
More artists are confirming by the day, so updates will come to let you know who to expect in your loungeroom! To pre-register, click on the link below:
Walk With Me: Loungeroom Sessions
When: Saturday May 9, 2020 at 4 p.m
Where: Pre-register HERE
God bless.
Caroline Fuller
First round offers for Prep 2021 will go out in May!
If you haven't yet dropped your application into the office please do so ASAP.
Next week we will hold our annual Mother's Day stall in a different format to what we are used to. Further information will be sent out through Compass.
Thank you to all the families who have returned their dodgers!
There are still dodger books available for any families who would like to sell some extra.
A reminder that we need all dodgers returned to school sold/unsold by Monday 25 May.
Term Dates 2020 |
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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 |
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Create an online " support crew" to help during self-isolation
Gather my crew is an Australian based charity that helps bring people together to coordinate the right kind of help from friends, family and neighbours. In 3 easy steps you can coordinate support and help each other.
- Select the help needed from a list of common tasks
- Invite family and friends to be your support crew
- Crew members check the list and select things they can help with
Transform your parenting with birth order knowledge
by Michael Grose
With families living in close proximity due to the Coronavirus pandemic, many parents are increasingly noticing the differences amongst their children's personalities, behaviours and learning styles. Exasperated mums and dads across the country are increasingly asking "why are my kids so different?" as this sense of sibling diversity seems amplified.
Birth order is a vital factor in determining our personality and the life we lead. It is perhaps the most emphatic, yet least understood factor. When you look at your children (and others) through the lens of birth order you gain a real understanding of the difference between people.
For instance, did you know that first borns are more achievement oriented and responsible than those born after them? That middle children are most likely to buck the family trend? That later borns are more gregarious and easygoing than their older siblings? Or that those born last are often babied, affectionate and uncomplicated? Are you nodding as you read this, or outraged by such generalisations? Birth order will also explain why you react the way you do!
In this article, you can find out some of the fascinating insights from the popular book Why first borns rule the world and last borns want to change it.
Book: Why first borns rule the world and last borns want to change it
This ground breaking book reveals how birth order is a vital factor in determining our personality and the life we lead. Addressing multiple births, special-needs children, blended families, single/only children, gender balance and birth-order balance in the workplace, parenting expert and father of three Michael Grose challenges parents to raise each child differently according to their birth order.
This book provides answers to questions about the personality and behaviour of your children, siblings, life partner, friends and colleagues. And perhaps explains some of your own ambitions and quirks!
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 |
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.
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.