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Dear Parents and Carers
It is great to be back in Term Four, my son and I have survived the HSC. I thank Anthony Kenna for leading our school in my absence and to our wonderful staff who have stepped up to support Anthony at such a busy time of the year. Anthony was so impressed by our school community and the sense of purpose and kindness so evident among our students and staff.
You will have by now received the information regarding the closure of our school tomorrow, we again apologise for the inconvenience to our families, the safety of our students is paramount. It has been heartbreaking to see the devastation of the fires in the north of the state and Queensland. So many people who have been rendered homeless and of course the tragedy of the loss of several lives in these small communities. Please keep these people and the selfless firefighters in your prayers and as the weather looks to be equally threatening this week. Please also be aware that the media footage of the fires may cause great anxiety for your children, being aware of what your child is watching and talking with them, answering questions they may have is helpful as children try to process these catastrophic events.
The sacrament of Eucharist will be celebrated in the Parish on Sunday the 24th November, with many of our St Mary’s students making their first Communion. This is such a significant event in the lives of children and the Parish and we wish the children and their families a wonderful celebration on the day. Thank you to Mrs Porter, Mr Kinch, Mrs Ann Foster and the Catechists from the Milton Ulladulla Catholic Church for supporting the families and preparing the children for this significant step on their faith journey.
It was wonderful to see the photos of our year 5 students visiting St John The Evangelist High School last week. From all reports the students had a great day with the Year 5 students from St Michael’s School as they got a little taste of what high school is all about. This week we have three students; Toby and Hamish Kinch and Tess Wilson who will be travelling to Wollongong to attend the launch of the “The Good, The Beautiful, The True. Student Critical, Creative and Reflective Thinking" 2019 SPLICED Publication and Website launch. SPLICED is a wonderful enrichment program in our school and the projects of these students have been selected to be included in the publication. A big congratulations to these students and Ms Emily McGregor who has worked with our SLICED students producing such creative work. To have three students included in this publication is a great achievement for our school.
Today is Remembrance Day, commemorating the cease fire on the Western front. It is so important that we remember the importance of acting selflessly and to never take for granted the peace that we enjoy in our country. Our school captains ;Leif and Marley represented our school very respectfully at the Service at Ulladulla Ex-servicemen's Club. Lest we forget.
I look forward to seeing every at school this week.
Yours in partnership
Lindy Nelson
Class Merit Awards Week, presented at Assembly on Friday afternoons
Kinder – Alexander B, Lachlan W
Year 1 – Summer G, Coen R
Year 2 – Alexa R, Jacob D
Year 3 – Uma D, Tex L
Year 4 - Luke W, Frankie N,
Year 5 – Sia K, Hugo P-D
Year 6 – Leif D, Marli C
Shining Star
Sia K, Zara C., Audrey S, Liam R
St Mary’s Pennant -
Audrey S, Max C
Super Star Awards for Week,
We care for Ourselves
Abby L, Meka C, Summer G, Eliza S, Balin WC, Imogen H, Max C, Eli D, Summer G, Delphi SH. Liam R
We Care For Others
Toby K, Audrey S., Kristian P, David K, Keiley P, Eliza S, Max C, Arlo D, Henry K, Liam R
We Care For Our Learning
Austin G, Meka C, Charlize D., Molly K, Freya A., Kristian P, Jack C, Parker MJ, Arlo D, Liam R, Ryder L,
We Care For Our School
Ross K, Aska P, Sia K, Alexander, Zara C, Xavier B, Frankie N, Arabella B.
Every year over a million students participate in ICAS around the world, students are recognised and reward academic excellence.
Congratulations to the following students on their results from ICAS Assessments. Students will be presented awards at this Friday's Assembly.
Chiara G (Yr 3) Spelling- Credit
Tess W (Yr 4) Spelling - Distinction
Zara C (Yr 4) Spelling - Merit
Matthew R (Yr 3) Digital Technologies - Credit
Science - Credit
Finn B (Yr 3) Digital Technologies - Distinction
Science - Credit
Saxon F (Yr 5) Digital Technologies - Credit
Monday 11th November: Remembrance Day
St Johns Year 7 2020 Information evening for parents and students 6.00pm
Tuesday 12th November: THE SCHOOL CLOSURE DUE TO CATASTROPHIC FIRE RISK FOR THE DAY
Kindergarten 2020 Orientation 9.30am- 11.10am (Rescheduled to next Tuesday 19th November.
Mini Vinnies Meal Deal $5 Mac Cheese and a popper ( to be rescheduled)
St Johns Year 7 2020 Orientation day (rescheduled to Monday 18th November)
Friday 15th November:
Mogo Zoo Excursion Kinder, Year 1 and Year 2 (9.30am-3.00pm)
Monday 18th November:
Show -vember Talent Quest 2.20pm School Hall bring a gold coin.
St Johns Orientation Yr 7 2020
Tuesday 19th November:
Kindergarten Orientation 9.30am-11.10am
Thursday 21st November:
P&F Movie Night/Dinner (5.30pm dinner for 6.00pm start)
Friday 22nd November:
First Communion Retreat Day (Year 3)
Sunday 24th November:
First Communion 10.15am Ulladulla Church
Tuesday 26th November:
Year 5 Leadership Speeches 9.30am
Wednesday 27th November:
St Mary's Swimming Carnival
Thursday 28th November:
Kindergarten 2020 Orientation 9.30am-11.10am
Monday 2nd December:
UHS information night for Year 7 2020 students and parents
Tuesday 3rd December:
Carols on the Green Milton (Behind Coast Cafe)
UHS Orientation Day for Year 7 2020
Thursday 5th December:
Year 6 Graduation Mass & Dinner 6.00pm
Friday 6th December:
Mass Year 5
Thursday 12th December:
Gingerbread House Making Night
Friday 13th December:
Year 6 Big Day Out (to be confirmed)
PLEASE NOTE REVISED TIMES AND DATES
Monday 16th December:
9.30am End of Year Whole School Mass and Candle Liturgy (Year 5 & Year 6)
11.30am End of Year Awards, Celebrations and Concert
Wednesday 18th December: Last Day for Students
2020 DATES
Wednesday 29th January: Students Return Term 1 2020
29th January - 5th February: Kindergarten Best Start Assessments by Appointment
Thursday 6th February: Kindergarten students commence.
Alexander B, Summer G, Lucy K, Marli C, Isabella L, Brady S
Dates for your Diary - Orientation to ‘Big’ School
Day 1 Kindergarten Orientation (Rescheduled)
Date: Tuesday 19 November 2019
Time: 9.30am -11.10am (Student only session)
Day 2 Kindergarten Orientation and Parent Information
session
Date: Thursday 28 November 2019
Time: 9.30am -11.10am
All parents are invited to stay for a presentation on Early
Literacy and Numeracy in the school hall. This will also be an
opportunity to ask questions and to confirm appointments for
Best Start assessments in 2020. The uniform shop will also be
open from 11.00 am.
What to bring to orientation: A bag with a piece of fruit, a water
bottle and a hat. We look forward to sharing this special time
with you and your child.
Please note: Kindergarten 2020 commences on Thursday 6 February . Best
Start assessments will take place from 29 January and conclude 5
February 2020.
REMINDER
If your child walks to sport/home from school in the afternoon please remember to give the school written approval of this.
Also if you've arranged your child to be collected by another parent, please advise the school office.
UNIFORM SHOP
THANK YOU- Janelle Levesque for volunteering you time each week to help run our uniform shop this year.
Open Thursday's 2.40pm-3.20pm last day for uniform purchases will be Thursday 12th December.
Re-open Thursday 30th January 2020.
REMEMBER "NO HAT NO PLAY". Hats available for purchase from the office Plain Navy $10 sizes small and large / New LOGO Hat $15 size Medium
Please ensure you have your child's clothing and items are labelled as this helps us to return belongs if misplaced.
SCHOOL BUS PASS
All applications and changes of details for students can be made on the Transport for NSW website - https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au
COMPASS Parent Portal
As a parent/ carer of a student at St Mary's Star of the Sea Primary School you can access the parent portal.
Communication between yourself and the school is important to your child's education:
News- displays information about what is happening at the school that relates to your child.
School Calendar- keep up to date with up coming events via viewing the school calendar.
Attendance-lets you review your child's attendance. You are also able to record approval for absences rather than sending notes.
Events/Excursions- All excursion information notes are available to view and be able to do electronic consent.
SMS and Emails- News alerts if students on excursions are arriving late or advising ETA back at school when out of school hours.
Update your family contact details
Student's Semester Reports at the end of this year will be available from the portal rather than receiving a printed copy.
