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Matthew O'Brien, Principal
Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff, Students and the wider St. Joseph’s Primary School Community,
This week our Parents School Association is launching our major fundraiser for 2022.
$10,000
Business Raffle
Each family will receive 4 x $25 tickets to sell.
The winner receives $10,000 vouchers to spend at our sponsoring businesses as they see fit.
The seller of the winning ticket will receive a credit for their 2023 family fee (this year it was $1,375) or a credit to a secondary school if your family is leaving St Josephs this year.
Over 40 generous local businesses have sponsored this raffle so that every dollar raised by you goes directly to our school.
We look forward to your support in this important fundraising endeavour.
Good Luck!
St Vincent De Paul Mass
St Joseph’s Church 10:30 am, Sunday 31st July
This Sunday the parish is celebrating the St Vincent De Paul mass. Our choir are joining with the parish choir and our Mini Vinnies team will be attending. Everyone is invited particularly those preparing to celebrate Eucharist.
Regards
Matthew O'Brien, Principal
Term 3
Monday 8th August, 2022
Circuit Breaker Weekend
Friday 12th August, 2022
Happy Birthday to children celebrating their birthday this week.
Zeta Kane, James McKimmie, Annie Murrell, Rhyda Tucker, Lily Blackmore, Atticus Delaney, Myeisha Joreen Morden, Ava Dance, Mae Breen, Lucy Howland, Finnian Dwyer, Xavier Skevofylakas and Ruby White.
Regional Girls Hockey – Friday 29th July
Congratulations and good luck to our Year 6 girls Hockey team who are competing in the Regional competition in Dimboola on Friday 29th July. Have a great day girls and enjoy it!
Grade 4 Hoop Time – Thursday 12th August
Note: There has been a change of dates (From the Friday to the Thursday)
Grade 4 Hoop Time is coming up this term on Thursday 12th August, therefore we will begin to hold some trials. Training will be Wednesday 27th July at recess for boys, and lunchtime for boys.
State Boys Football - Friday 17th August
The state football competition are quickly approaching for our boys football team, with the competition being held on Friday 17th of August. Trainings will be held regularly starting next week leading up to the event. Bus tickets for players and parents (limited to 27) are open via CDFPay.
Matthew McMillian, PE Teacher
Congratulations to the children who have registered for the Sacrament of First Eucharist.
First Eucharist is a Sacramental Program for Year 4 students who have been Baptised and Confirmed.
The parent and student meeting is at 7pm on Tuesday 26th July.
A kit containing the materials and information to prepare your child for the Celebration of First Eucharist and details of your Family Group will be available to collect at this meeting which is held in the Gathering Space at St Joseph's Church.
If you are unable to attend this meeting please contact the Parish.
After school groups meet at the school at 3:30pm in the allocated room.
This Sacramental program is run by St. Josephs Church and supported by the school. Please contact Leanne the Parish Office on (03) 5562 2231 if you have any queries.
Key Dates
| 7pm, Tuesday 26th July, 2022 | Parent and Student Meeting at St. Josephs Church |
| Various Times, Monday 1st August - Thursday 25th August | Family groups |
| 8:30am, 10:30am and 6:00pm - Sunday 28th August, 2022 | Celebration of the First Eucharist Sacrament |
Suggested format for Family Groups
- The session should run for around 30-45 minutes.
- One parent to act as the leader of the group each week.
- Collect the tub from the school office.
- Set up a table and place tablecloth and children's bible upon it.
- Commence the session with introductions.
- Read the Background for Adults.
- Read out loud the Key Understandings.
- Work through the Session booklet as a group.
Children may like to take turns reading Reflections and Text.
Longer colouring activities could be completed at home. - Read the prayer together at the end of the session.
Share the Adventure
- Enrich your family dynamics
- Gain a friend for life
- Learn about other cultures and traditions in your own home
- Encourage peaceful international relations
- Japanese language not necessary
- Receive a tax free stipend
- Students immerse in normal school classes and family activities
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Split placement is an available option and you can opt for a 5 or 10 week homestay experience.
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Students are aged 16-17 years and will study Year 10
What does PSA stand for?
Primary School Association.
What is the role of the PSA?
It is a forum for all parents to become involved in the life of the School. It’s where we work to provide, improve and maintain the amenities available for the school students, including equipment and maintenance of School Buildings and grounds.
To provide opportunities for social meetings between parents, and promote a spirit of union and good fellowship. The PSA runs and supports several events throughout the year to raise money for the school and to support our school community.
What do we do?
- Mother’s Day Stall
- Hot Cross Bun Drive
- Father’s Day Breakfast
- Pizza Days
- Art Activities
- Canteen support
Who can attend?
Anyone and everyone. In 2022 the PSA will meet face to face with meetings held in Room C19 at the school.
How often do they meet?
Tuesday evening, Week 3 and Week 7 of each term. 8 meetings per year! Meetings commence at 7:30pm.
- Tuesday 26 July, 2022
- Tuesday 23 August, 2022
- Tuesday 18 October, 2022
- Tuesday 15 November, 2022
- DATE TBA: Parent Committee Thank you evening
How can I help?
Come along to the meetings, contribute to the discussion, share ideas, support events that enrich the school community.
We really need our school families to support this group.
It’s only 8 meetings per year!
Hope to see you there, better still bring a friend!
Families are able to order Rapid Antigen Tests via CDFPay.
They are free of charge and will be sent home with your child.
Pizza Day: Wednesday 17th August, 2022
Orders Close: 3pm Monday 15th August, 2022
Once per term the PSA run a Pizza Day as a "special occasion" lunch option and to raise money for the PSA.
Children can choose from either Garlic or Hawaiian pizza (Gluten Free options available) which are provided by Pinkie’s Pizza who are one of our major school sponsors.
Orders are now open via CDFPay (Canteen ordering system)
There are no canteen orders on Pizza Days and children not wanting to order pizza should bring their lunch from home.
Sorry, no late orders can be accepted.