MAY 9, 2024 NEWSLETTER
- CHILD SAFETY STATEMENT
- FROM THE PRINCIPAL
- FROM THE RE LEADER - ELIZA DWYER
- WALK TO SCHOOL DAY
- CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK CELEBRATIONS
- CLASSROOM NEWS - FOUNDATION
- PE NEWS
- NEW UNIFORM ITEM - BEANIES!!!
- SCHOOL DATES - 2024
- SCHOOL TV - SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS
- ENROLMENTS 2025
- AUSTRALIAN EARLY DEVELOPMENT CENSUS
- NCCD INFORMATION FLYER
- LIBRARY SHELVING
- SPORTING SCHOOLS
- COMMUNITY NEWS
CHILD SAFETY STATEMENT
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents and Carers,
As Mother's Day draws near, it's not just about showering our own mothers with gratitude – it's a moment to recognise the profound impact of all those who embrace the role of motherhood. It's a time to ponder how we, as a society, can uplift and support mothers everywhere. As we gear up for Mother's Day on Sunday, 12 May, let's celebrate the diverse tapestry of relationships that define women's lives. I wish all mothers and those in a mothering role a happy day on Sunday. For those of us who are remembering our dear mothers, may they be smiling down on us with their endless love.
The Term 2 School Advisory Council meeting is next Tuesday May 14 starting at 7:30pm in the boardroom.
Olga Lyons
FROM THE RE LEADER - ELIZA DWYER
WALK TO SCHOOL DAY
Friday 10th May, 2024
Children are invited to walk, ride or scoot to school with their mums for the Mother's Day Breakfast on Walk To School Day.
CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK CELEBRATIONS
On Monday, our Year 6 students visited Emmanuel College to celebrate Catholic Education week. They joined St Pius, St John's, Our Lady Help Of Christians, St Joseph's and St Patrick's Koroit year 6 students and Emmanuel College’s Year s7.
During recess they got to interact with the other students before moving into the Emmanuel Entertainment Centre to work with Tom Richardson.
Tom taught the (all most 500) students some body percussion movements as they sang along to:
Taylor Swift - We are never ever getting back together, The man and Anti hero
The Beatles - Hey Jude
Pharrell Williams - Happy
Over all, the Year 6 students had an amazing day at Emmanuel College. Thank you to Tom Richardson and Peter Morgan for making this day special for all of the students involved in celebrating Catholic Education week.
CLASSROOM NEWS - FOUNDATION
PE NEWS
WHP Division Athletic’s Success
Last Friday, eighteen St Patrick’s students competed in the Warrnambool, Hamilton and Portland Division Athletic Championships at Brauerander in Warrnambool. Six of those students have advanced to the Greater Western Regional Athletics Championships in Ballarat on October 11th. They are:
Lilly Roberts | Discus |
Conor Sheehan | Hurdles |
Occy Hayes | 800m and 1500m |
Sully Hayes | 100m, 800m and 1500m |
Will Versace | 800m and 1500m |
Alex Harris | 200m |
All of our St Patrick’s students represented their school and families very well. They displayed great sportsmanship, and were supportive of each other in their events.
Results from Friday May 3rd at Brauerander Park, Warrnambool
Conor Sheehan - 10 year old | 2nd in Hurdles, 5th in High Jump |
Tilly Hetherington - 10 year old | 9th in hurdles, 13th in 100m |
Alex Harris - 11 year old | 2nd in 200m |
Sully Hayes - 11 year old | 2nd in both 800m and 1500m, 3rd in 100m |
Will Versace - 11 year old | 3rd in 800m and 4th in 1500m |
Occy Hayes - 12/13 year old | 2nd in 800m, 2nd in 1500m |
Ivy Condon - 12/13 year old | 10th in 800m |
Lily Roberts - 10 year old | 3rd in Discus |
Wilton Knee - 10 year old | 5th in Discus |
10 yr boys 4x100m relay | 4th |
11 yr boys 4x100m relay | 5th |
12/13 yr boys 4x100m relay | 6th |
Moyne Athletics
NEW UNIFORM ITEM - BEANIES!!!
JUST IN TIME FOR THE CHILLY WEATHER
SCHOOL DATES - 2024
Term 2
Friday May 10 - Walk to School Day Friday May 10 - Mother's Day Breakfast at 8am-9am Friday May 10 - Moyne Schools Cross County Friday May 10 - School Soccer Friday May 10 - Assesmbly at 2.40pm in the Hall Tuesday May 14 - SAC Meeting at 7.30pm Wednesday May 15 - Confirmation at 6pm Friday May 17 - Division Cross Country Friday May 17 - Year 1, 2 & 3 Church Mass at 12.30pm Monday May 20 - Friday May 24 - Eisteddfod Week Tuesday May 21 - Yr 5 & 6 Winter Sports Wednesday May 22 - Eisteddfod Thursday May 23 - Eisteddfod Friday May 24 - Eisteddfod Friday May 24 - Assembly at 2.40pm in the Hall Monday May 27 - Region Cross Country Tuesday May 28 - Hands on Learning Volcanco Produce Visit Friday May 31 - Senior & Foundation Church Mass at 12.30pm Thursday June 6 - Division Girls Footy Friday June 7 - Division Winter Sports Friday June 7 - Assembly at 2.40pm in the Hall Monday June 10 - Labour Day (Public Holiday) Tuesday June 11 - Special Lunch Friday June 21 - Assembly at 2.40pm in the Hall Friday June 28 - Last day of Term 2 at 2.20pm
Term 3
Monday July 15 - First Day of Term 3 Friday July 19 - Division Hockey Monday 22, Tuesday 23 & Wednesday 24 July - Year 5 & 6 Camp at Melbourne Thursday July 25 - Rest Day for Year 5 & 6 Camp Friday July 26 - Assembly at 2.40pm in the Hall Saturday July 27 - Working Bee Friday August 9 - Assembly in the Hall at 2.40pm Friday August 16 - Trivia Night @ 6.30pm Saturday August 17 - Eucharist at 6pm Wednesday August 21 - Staff PD - Pupil Free Day Friday August 23 - Assembly in the Hall at 2.40pm Friday September 6 - Father's Day Breakfast at 8am Friday September 6 - Assembly in the Hall at 2.40pm Tuesday 10 & Wednesday 11 September - Year 3 & 4 Camp at Roses Gap Thursday 12 September - Rest Day for Year 3 & 4 Camp Friday September 20 - Assembly in the Hall at 1.40pm Friday September 20 - Last day of Term 3 at 2.20pm
Term 4
Monday October 7 - First Day of Term 4 Friday October 18 - Assembly in the Hall at 2.40pm. Monday October 28 - Grandparents & Special Friends Day Thursday October 31 - Division Cricket Friday November 1 - Assembly in the Hall at 2.40pm Friday November 15 Assembly in the Hall at 2.40pm Friday November 22 - Yr 6 Surfgroms Friday November 29 - Yr 6 Surfgroms Friday November 29 - Assembly in the Hall at 2.40pm Friday December 6 - Yr 6 Surfgroms Monday December 9 - End of Year Mass at 12.30pm Friday December 13 - Yr 6 Surfgroms Friday Decemb er 13 - Assembly in the Hall at 2.40pm Tuesday December 17 - Yr 6 Graduation Wednesday December 18 - Students Final Day at 3.20pm Thursday December 19 - Pupil Free Day
School Assembly - All school assemblies will be held in the hall this Term. Assemblies are held every second week at 2.40pm
SCHOOL TV - SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS
“Social media influencers often present a highly curated and filtered version of their lives, showcasing only the positive aspects. This can create unrealistic beauty standards, success and happiness for children. Constant exposure to this may lead to feelings of inadequacy, low self-worth and dissatisfaction." Dr Emma Woodward
Social media influencers wield significant power, shaping opinions, particularly among young people. However, their impact on youth mental health is concerning. It is therefore crucial for parents and caregivers to guide a young person’s social media use, encourage open communication, and educate them about the realities of social media influencers. Read more in the article linked below.
ENROLMENTS 2025
AUSTRALIAN EARLY DEVELOPMENT CENSUS
During the month of May all schools are required to complete the Australian Early Development Census for children in their first year of full-time schooling. This census assists in building a complete picture of early childhood development in Australia, so that the government can better understand and respond to the needs of children and their families. If any parents/carers do not consent to the collection of their child's information please contact the school.
NCCD INFORMATION FLYER
Please click on the link below for more information on NCCD
LIBRARY SHELVING
Thank you to the parents who have volunteered to assist in shelving borrowed books in our Library. You have been rostered on for a week but we only expect you to come in for a short time and later in the week is best.
Week of: 20/05/2024 - Shannon Fitzgerald
Week of: 27/05/2024 - Judi Seath
Week of: 03/06/2024 - Ruth Everitt
SPORTING SCHOOLS
Sporting School days are Monday and Thursday. Please sign up your child using the eform in Schoolzine. The last sessions will be in Week 7, May 27 & 30.
COMMUNITY NEWS
