Dear Students, Staff and Families,

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� Friday, 3 May 2019

Dear Students, Staff and Families,

A very warm welcome back to school for Term 2. The recent rains are also most welcome, let’s hope we continue to receive much needed water to enable the environment to recover from a long dry summer.

During the holidays staff members Adam Slater, Ashlee McCarthy, Matthew Stramare, Beth Hawkes, Nicholas Bartold and myself returned from an educational tour of Finland funded for us by the Commonwealth Bank. We were part of an 18 person group which I led looking at the success of the Finnish Education System. The group comprised the 6 of us from Holy Family and school leaders from across Australia together with two architects and a Professor from the University of South Australia.

We learnt a great deal from our ten days in Helsinki visiting a range of educational institutions including schools and Universities. We asked the children if it was ever too cold for them to venture out to play and they replied: “Yes when it is minus 30 degrees Celsius!” This news made me think of our Rain Bell here at Holy Family. Everything in the world is relative.

I wish to thank our Assistant Principal Michael Urdanoff and the whole staff for caring for our school so well during the last Week of Term 1.

The Director of Catholic Education, Dr Neil McGoran believes that every child in Catholic Schools should love their school. We heard recently of a child at Holy Family who asked the family to drive past the school in the holidays to make sure the school was alright.

Our beautiful Early Learning Centre here at Holy Family opened early this year.

The Centre provides the children with the most amazing learning spaces and a quality learning program.

I unreservedly recommend this service to you and encourage you to inform your extended family and friends that the Centre is now open here at Holy Family and everyone is most welcome.

Please see more photos of Early Learning Centre on next page.

KERRY WHITEPRINCIPAL

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Early Learning Centre

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Early Learning Centre

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SPORTS DAY 2019Friday 10th May

Held at Holy Family.

Sports Day Captains for

2019TRAVERS Mathewos and Celine

O’SULLIVAN Eric and Grace

FRANKLIN Solomon and Thao

O’LOUGHLIN Liam and Yshi

Proposed Sports Day Program 2019 Holy Family School Venue: HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Date: Friday May 10th Staff will need to bring their Sports Day packs with programs, rotations, score sheets and ribbons.

9:00am Opening ceremony Students assembly on oval. J.P behind class labels ready for relays UP in team tents UP relay students to marshalling area (as Creasar Park)

9:15am J.P baton relay

9:35am U:P relays

10:00 J.P rotation U.P students go back to class. Please move quickly off the oval.

11:00 J.P rotation finish. Please bring equipment back to the hall.

11:00 -11:20 Recess break

11:20 U:P rotations (please be prompt to your starting event)

12:30 Rotations finish Boys v Girls relay (JP teacher welcome to bring classes early to watch final relay)

12:40 Presentations in hall. J.P classes to attend for results (please be prompt)

Activities to run same as previous program except Upper Primary circuit which will have a goal shooting activity to replace long jump. ( see below) Rotations are the same however location of the events have changed so please refer to your new maps. Junior primary teachers if you do not have adult helpers on Sports Day you may choose to use some the year 6 students to help. The start for the 100m /40m will be at Martins Road end of the oval.

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SPRING FAIR MEETING Tuesday 7th May (9am-All Parents & Carers welcome)

MOTHER’S DAY STALL Wednesday 8th May

SACPSSA Soccer Carnival Thursday 9th May

SPORTS DAY Friday 10th May (8.50am to 3pm)

PUBLIC HOLIDAY Monday 10th June

LAST DAY OF TERM 2 Friday 5th July (3pm finish)

Soccer Carnival is Thursday 9th May

Spring Fair MeetingTuesday 7th May

All Welcome!

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INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS AND ASSESSMENTS FOR SCHOOL 2019 If you wish your child/ren to participate in ICAS - International Competitions and Assessments for School 2019 please complete the form below. Please return the registration form to the office with the entry fee/s by Friday 29 March 2019.

Please note that this is only for students in Year 2 upwards Digital Technologies is only for Student in Year 3 upwards

I give permission for my child to participate the ICAS—International Competitions and Assessments for School 2019. Student Name: ______________________________________________ Class: _______________ Year level: _______________ Parent name: ______________________________________________

Subject Test Date Entry Fee

Digital Technologies Tuesday 3 September $14.50

Science Thursday 5 September $14.50

Spelling Thursday 12 September $14.50

English Tuesday 17 September $14.50

Mathematics Thursday 19 September $14.50

Registration and payment may also be completed through the QKR app.

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Book Club orders are due: Friday - Week 3 - 17th May 2019

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Holy Family Playgroup Every Thursday 9am - 11am, Everyone is welcome

Come and join us making friends, exploring, experimenting, gardening, cooking and creating

Phone: 8250 6616 Email: [email protected]

*********Every Tuesday & Thursday 9am - 11am, Everyone is welcome

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UNIFORM SHOPWinter uniform is required for Terms 2 and 3, and is now available from the Uniform Shop.

Winter Uniform is as follows:

GIRLS: Pinafore (Reception to Year 4); Skirt (Years 5 & 6); Cream blouse with logo; Tie; Red Jumper Black knee hi socks or black tights.

BOYS: Black trousers with Holy Family logo; Long sleeved striped Holy Family shirt; Tie; Red Jumper; Black socks with Holy Family stripe.

SPORTS: (Boys and Girls) Holy Family trackpants; Holy Family zip jacket (optional); Holy Family striped polo shirt; White sport socks with Holy Family stripe.

Secondhand Uniforms Only uniforms in good condition are accepted for sale in the Uniform Shop.

Items that are stained, marked, torn, patched, frayed, faded or damaged in any way cannot be accepted for sale. Any items that are not suitable for sale will be disposed of or provided to student reception if suitable.

Opening Times Monday

8.30am to 9.30am

Wednesday2.30pm to 3.30pm

Thursday8.30am to 9.30am

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AssembliesTerm 2 PresentingWeek 1 LeadersWeek 2 Sports DayWeek 3 R/1GC & R/1TDWeek 4 R/1NS & R/1MPWeek 5 Mission DayWeek 6 R/1MS & R/1EQWeek 7 R/1MC & R/1ENWeek 8 Sustainable Development

Goal SharingWeek 9 Catholic Identity DayWeek 10 Music

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Catherine of Siena

Catherine was, born at Siena, Italy on 25th March, 1347. She was the youngest but one of a very large family. From her earliest childhood Catherine began to see visions in her father's house. At age 16 she became a Dominican Nun.

She began to tend the sick, especially those afflicted with the most repulsive diseases, to serve the poor, and to labour for the conversion of sinners. Though always suffering terrible physical pain, living for long intervals on practically no food save the Blessed Sacrament, she was ever radiantly happy and full of practical wisdom.

In her latter years she went to Rome working strenuously for the reformation of the Church, serving the destitute and afflicted, and dispatching eloquent letters on behalf of Pope Urban.

The emblems by which she is known in Christian art are the lily and book. Her principal feast is on the 30th of April, but it is popularly celebrated in Siena on the Sunday following.

The "Letters", she wrote that were the most complete expression of Catherine's teaching are that we must ever abide in the cell of self-knowledge. Catherine died in Rome on April 29th 1380.

Casual Day Just a reminder that on Friday May 17th, is a casual day for Fred’s Van, one of our Mission Week charities. Children are asked to bring in a can of food on this day.

SACRAMENTAL PROGAM

Dear Parents, Please make a note that the next session for Saint Matthew’s Sacrament Program is at 4pm Saturday, May 4th and 10.15am on Sunday, 5th May in the Salisbury Parish Family Centre, opposite Saint Augustine’s Church, Salisbury. In the workshop we will practise for Confirmation/Communion, make a pew decoration, complete a review questionnaire, discuss the photos procedure and bless children with perfumed oil.

We are looking forward to seeing you there. God Bless, Louise, Diane, Phillis & Michael

Mass, Liturgy & Morning Prayer Thursday, May 9th Mass R/1GC & R/1TD, 11.30, Centre Thursday, May 9th 5/6HS Liturgy 9am classroom Thursday, May 9th 5/6NP Morning Prayer 9am classroom

Michael Urdanoff Holy Family APRIM

FROM THE APRIM

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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER OF SALISBURY CATHOLIC

PARISH

PARISH VISION: A Welcoming Community,

United in Faith, Centred in

the Eucharist, Which embraces the Spirit

and Nature of all God’s People

PARISH CONTACTS:

Parish Business Manager: Anne Blake Phone: 8258 2314 Email address: [email protected]

Parish Clergy: Fr Shibu Jacob Msfs PP Fr Saminathan (Sam) Arockiasamy Fr A Vimalraj Deacon Arturo Jimenea (For emergencies after office hours, please phone 8258 2314, and use the mobile number provided)

Parish Sacrament Program: Louise Svensdotter (Coordinator) Diane Innes (Pastoral Assistant) Sacrament Program direct line: 8281 9603 [email protected]

Parish Faith Formation: Joan Young 8258 2314 [email protected]

Children’s Liturgy of the Word: Louise Stevens (Coordinator) 8258 2314 [email protected]

Canossian Sisters: Telephone and fax: 8258 3230

Coordinator of Pastoral Visitors: Ellen Arklay 0410 747 626

Lyell McEwin Hospital Chaplains: Robynne Malone: 8182 9000 and ask for Pager 6060 or for the Catholic Chaplain

Calvary Central Districts Hospital: Call 8282 5395 (9am-5pm) and ask for Pastoral Care Worker on duty

5TH May 2019 THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER

(Year C)

SUNDAY MASS TIMES Orario delle Messe

St. Augustine’s: 23 Commercial Rd, Salisbury

Saturday: 6.00pm Vigil Sunday: 9.00am

12:00noon (Polish) 7.00pm

1st Sunday of Month at 3:00pm (Filipino Community) 2nd Sunday of the month at 10.30am (Italian)

St. Finbar’s: Greencroft Road,

Salisbury North Sunday: 9:00am

Holy Family: Shepherdson Rd, Parafield Gdns

Sunday: 10:30am

RECONCILIATION TIMES

Saturday from 11:30am & also before Vigil Mass 5:15pm-5:45pm

Parish website: http://salcath.freehostia.com http://salcath.freehostia.com

A CHILD’S PLACE IN OUR CHURCH

Every child is a revelation to humanity, a new creative source and a promise to creation. In their ability to awaken a sense of transformative future, every child is a gift. They are gifts to their families, but they are also gifts to the church.

So often, children are identified as persons with needs rather than rights and as adults we determine their needs. As adults we attempt to shape them to our desires, but despite our desires, children will always maintain their own unique personalities. Curiosity, learning strategies and wonder, all give a child the capability to construct their own knowledge, and to create relationships. Every child born is a deeply relational being with strengths and potential.

How many of us see children as role models? A child’s vulnerability, innocence and trust are all things adults put aside to pursue wisdom, strength, status and responsibility. But who is more in touch with God?

In Mark’s Gospel, (Mk 9:33-37), Jesus brings a child into the midst of the apostles, a small being who is helpless, vulnerable, and totally dependent on the more powerful members of his/her society. While the apostles jostle for status and rank, Jesus points to the little child and shows the child to be above the adults in greatness. They are the model participants in the kingdom of God.

God calls each of us by name, not by usefulness, and that makes every human being a companion of God. Jesus preaches a new reign for the vulnerable, signifying total inclusivity, embracing children as full and equal partners in the reign of God. We are shown a model of greatness and authority, where children participate in God’s inversion of power, privilege and status.

What children need more than doctrine, are the skills to identify and articulate their personal experience of God. Children’s Liturgy of the Word supports and fosters a loving relationship with God. It helps them to acquire a consciousness of a Christian language, to guide their faith journey and to learn to be comfortable around God’s presence.

A faith that invites children to flourish will transform a child’s life and ensure justice for them. It ensures they are heard and respected. A church that welcomes and protects its weakest members is a community that survives, and in welcoming them as a gift, God too is made welcome. Louise Stevens MTh. (Co-ordinator of Children’s Liturgy of the Word)

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION

LaptopsThe laptops are a great tool for the students. Here are a few tips for looking after them:

• No food or drink near the laptop;• Store in a safe and dry area;• Use in a dry area (ie not near sinks or wash areas);• Do not run or walk with the laptop in the open position;• Do not run with the laptop;• Always ensure the protective cover is on and not

tampered with.

School routines:• SCHOOL START - School starts at 8.50am, children must be under supervision of adults at all

times. Yard Duty begins at 8.30am, if they arrive earlier they need to attend OSHC;• LATE ARRIVALS - If your child is later than 8.50am they must sign in at Student Reception;

• SCHOOL FINISH - School finishes at 3pm if you cannot collect your child by 3.10pm, they need to go to OSHC;

• PICK UP/DROP OFF SAFETY - Please use the Kiss and Drop Zone and DO NOT drop off your children in the car parks or park in Disabled Zones … it is illegal;

• SAFETY - Please don’t walk on the driveways, use the footpaths, don’t walk in or out of the vehicle entry/exit gates;

• LABELLING - please label all removable clothing (ie. jumpers, jackets, hats), label school bags, drink bottles, lunch boxes and anything else your child may bring;

• PERSONAL ITEMS - No toys, electronics or sports equipment to be brought to school (laptops available for lease Years R-1 and provided for Years 2-6, sports equipment available from class

teacher);• NUT FREE - A reminder we are a nut free school. This includes but is not limited to Nutella,

Peanut Butter and some muesli bars.• STAFF CAR PARK - The inside carpark is for STAFF only.

• GATES - All gates are locked everyday at 9.15am and re-opened at 2.15pm. During these times you must come through the front office and sign in.

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OPEN NOW

Please call our friendly staff on 8283 8200 for any queries and/or to arrange a

tour of our facilities.

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Dear Students, Staff and Families,