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NEWSLETTER F r i d a y S e p t e m b e r 1 3 t h , 2 0 1 9
T e r m 3 W e e k 9
5428 2220 [email protected] www.sbgisborne.catholic.edu.au
Let us glory in the Cross
We praise you, O God!
The Cross of Jesus Christ!
We follow you, O Christ!!
The Cross has become
‘the tree of life.’
We lift our hearts to you, O God!
Welcome to week 9 term 3
May the coming Spring fill you with happiness and joy.
First Eucharist
Congratulations to Audrey Cullen, Oscar Stewart, Ben Taylor,
Julia Sykes, Lucy Sykes, Alexander du Kamp, Isabelle Kays,
Amelia Hike, Abigail Phegan, Scarlett Fennessy, Jack Fewster,
Ally Barton, Declan Said, Sam Carradice & Will Yeo who
received their First Eucharist/Blessing throughout the past
week, supported by family, friends, parishioners and staff. Please continue to pray for all students as they continue on
their sacramental journey. Blessings to you all. The students joined together on Wednesday for a beautiful
Mass (prepared by the Year 4 students) and celebratory lunch.
Thank you to Emma Barker for preparing the hall, cooking the
lasagne and completing the shopping. Thanks also to all the
parent helpers who came to serve the lunch, clean up and
help with organisation. Thank you to Mel, Emma, Brodie and Fr Vin for their excellent
organisation, preparation and support throughout the
Eucharistic celebrations.
Parent/Teacher/Student Conversations
Parent/Teacher/Student conversations will be held on
Thursday 19th September from 12:30pm. These interviews form
a very important part of our communication, collaboration,
goal setting and reporting processes here at St Brigid’s. Please
ensure you have booked online. If you have any difficulties
with this process please do not hesitate to contact us.
Please email the office at [email protected]
if you are unable to collect your child at 12 noon on Thursday
so arrangements may be made.
Early Finish
Term three finishes next Friday, 20th September at 2:20pm.
Assembly will be held in the hall and will commence at 1:50pm
I M P O R T A N T D A T E S
Friday 13th September
No Assembly
School Disco (see inside for details)
Saturday 14th September
PFA Ladies Lunch
Monday 16th September
Hot Shots Tennis 9.00-3.00pm
Middles Immigration Expo (in learning
area) 12 Noon-1.30pm
Tuesday 17th September
School Board meeting 7.00-9.00pm
Wednesday 18th September
District Interschool Softball 9.00-3.00pm
Whole School Liturgy run by Mini
Vinnies 9.15-10.00am
Guitar recital in the Drama Room
6.00-7.00pm
Thursday 19th September
Students dismissed at 12 Noon
Parent, Teacher and Student
conversations (12.30-7.30pm)
No School buses for Gisborne South
Friday 20th September
NO TUCKSHOP
School assembly with choir singing and
student presentation 1.50pm hall
End of Term 3. School dismissed
2.20pm
Monday 7th October
Term 4 commences 8.50am
Tuesday 8th October
Explore Galore Cycle 3 Circus
excursion at Hoppers Crossing
10.00-3.00pm
PFA Meeting 1.30-2.30pm
Wednesday 9th October
School banking resumes
Thursday 10th October
Junior (Grade1/2) full day cricket clinic
at Dixon Field 9.00-3.00pm Eforms this week:
Juniors Cricket Clinic
Permission for local excursion
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Salesian Scholarship
Congratulations to Andreas Wurm for being awarded an Academic Scholarship from
Salesian College, commencing 2020. We are very proud of Andreas’ efforts in
achieving this award and wish him every success as he continues on his learning
journey. Andreas is an exciting and talented student who will continue to make a
huge impression on Salesian College - as he has here at St Brigid’s.
Congratulations also to Andreas for his high level participation in the recent coding
challenge “Robo Cup” as part of the coding team from “My Robot Academy”,
Sunbury! Excellent skills, problem solving and team work, Andreas!!
Congratulations to all students who applied for the various Salesian scholarships and
awards. Once again St Brigid’s was extremely well represented in the application and interview process
and in receiving of awards. As in past years where St Brigid’s students have received multiple awards, our
students displayed and shared the incredible insights, courage, perception, confidence and articulation
nurtured so well at St Brigid’s though our explicit teaching and student led learning.
Term 4 Notifications
We wish Clare Shannon every blessing as she commences Long Service Leave for term 4. Art classes /
Explore Galore will be taken by Jacquelyn Schober for term 4, 2019. Clare has also requested and been granted a year’s leave without pay for 2020. During this time Clare
intends to pursue her ambition of creating her own business around art and teaching. We wish Clare every
blessing and trust her experiences are positive and fulfilling.
In addition, Keena Lane-Kerton will be taking two weeks long service leave over weeks one and two of
term 4. Gabrielle Devereaux will be taking Prep while Keena is on leave. Enjoy your extended break
Keena. Best wishes from us all.
Footy Day
What an exciting day we had today, Friday Footy Day. Congratulations to our Sports Captains; Xavier,
Annie, Charlie and Michael for the amazing organisation, leadership and skills displayed during our Footy
Day. Congratulations also to the Senior students who supported them in enacting their plans. Everyone
had an action packed day and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Well done! True Leadership in Action.
St Brigid’s Disco
Thank you to the PFA for organising and running tonight’s discos! Get your dancing shoes on and I’ll see
you there! See inside for details
Ladies’ Lunch
Once again - super effort by the PFA - Hope to see everyone on Saturday at the Ladies Lunch. More
details inside.
CEMSIS -
Catholic Education Melbourne School Improvement Surveys - all families have been invited to give us
feedback and influence our future directions by completing the survey which will be available until
September 20th. Please help us out and complete the survey! - Gabe is our CEMSIS co-ordinator and is
willing to assist or provide additional information regarding the survey. Thanks Gabe.
Plumbing
Thanks to Mick Harkin for his recent work in locating and repairing a plumbing issue. Much appreciated.
St Ambrose Riddell’s Creek 150 years celebration
Please join us on Sunday 6th October at 1.00pm as we join together to celebrate 150 years of St Ambrose
Church. Light refreshments will follow after Mass.
Continued next page……….
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Division Athletics Track and Field
Well done to Grace Smith, Emily Danister, Alex Bonanno, Ben Taylor, Maddie Ginn & Isabelle Kays who
competed at Division Athletics Track and Field competition on Thursday. We were extremely proud of all
efforts and once again the exemplary degree of sportsmanship displayed by St Brigid’s students.
Congratulation to all who took part, details of who made it through to State level competition will be in the
next newsletter.
2020 enrolments
Limited Prep places are still available - please let family and friends know it is not too late to join our
amazing learning community.
Forward notice
Student Free Days November 4th - Report Writing Day
November 5th Melbourne Cup public holiday
November 6th - Professional Development Day for staff lead by Catholic Education Melbourne focusing on
developing Positive Behaviours for Learning (PBL)
Grandarents Day
Save the date - October 25th
Parish Drive-In Movie and Market
Save the date - October 26th
St Brigid’s Play Group - held each Wednesday in the Hall from 2:00pm. Open to every child 0 - school age.
All Welcome
Blessings to all.
Maree
Dear Families
At the time of writing this newsletter, we only have 12% of our families that have responded to the CEMSIS
survey. I urge you all to get online and complete the survey so you can have a voice to improve our
school. It takes less than 20 minutes to complete so please take this time to help improve our school.
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School Banking Wednesday 9th September was the last day for school banking this term.
Banking will resume in Term 4 on Wednesday 9th October.
Tuckshop Closed No Tuckshop next week. It will reopen in Term 4, Friday 11th October for lunch orders
and 1st play counter sales.
St Brigid’s Playgroup
Hey families,
Just a reminder that our Playgroup is still running on a Wednesday afternoon from 2 pm until 3.2-pm.
Thank you to the families and children who come to Playgroup and have made it a success this year. We
welcome anyone to come along, no need to RSVP, turn up at any time, even just for a ten minutes play
before the bell goes. Babies and toddlers are more than welcome, so come for a cuppa and a chat!
Here are some comments from our friends who come to Playgroup.
I like playing – Rex
Because it’s so fun – Xaivier
I like to play on the bouncy balls – Evelyn
I like to play in the kitchen- Billie
That it’s like school – Poppy
I like the balance beam – Sarah
I love playing in the tunnels
I like playing with the tunnels and this is my school – Emma
Beth: It’s great to catch up with other parents.
Katrina: It’s a good opportunity for the kids to meet and play with their future peers. It’s also a convenient
time to catch up with other parents just before pick up.
Lis: It’s a great setting for catching up with other parents. Henry loves spending time with other children
and all the fun activities.
Amanda: It’s a great chance to relax and have a cuppa with the other mum’s and the boys love playing
with the other children.
Thank you to Winnie, Audrey, Zoe and many other students who have helped to set up, pack up and
engage with these precious little people who come to play with us.
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Parish News
Film Afternoon – “Ride Like a Girl”
Our Parish, St Brigid's, Gisborne, is conducting a film afternoon on Sunday 6th October, at Readings
Cinemas in Sunbury. “Ride Like a Girl” tells the inspirational true story of jockey Michelle Payne, who beat
catastrophic injury and odds of 100-1, to become the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup. The
Columban Partnership Group works locally to raise funds to support the work of the Columbans at the St
Elizabeth Hospital in Hyderabad, Pakistan. The ticket price is $25.00 with tea, coffee, wine, soft drinks and
finger food, to be served from 2.00pm, and the film to be screened from 3.00pm.
If you are interested in obtaining tickets and supporting the work of the Columban Missions in Pakistan,
please contact Jayne O’Callaghan on 0427 855 471 or Marcia Collins on 0400 261 979. Numbers need
to be finalized by Friday October 4th.
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Confirmation Photographs
Year 6 Confirmation photographs are at the school office. Place your
order and cash only in the envelope provided. The album will be at
school until Thursday 19th September. Please note: no late orders
can be accepted.
Thank you
Condolences
Our condolences to the Gray family for the loss of
Lorraine, Grandmother to Mikey (Senior AB) Patrick
(St Ambrose) & Jono (Prep KL). Our thoughts and prayers
are with you all at this very sad time.
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Community News
Talk for Junior naturalists
Ever seen a Phascogale? Or touched the fur of a sugar glider? Celebrate biodiversity month with a talk
for junior naturalists (5-10 years). See council’s naturalist display and learn about each one at this
special activity. Thursday 12 September, 4-5pm at the Gisborne Library.
Macedon Ranges Autism Network
This is a free event. Autism Spectrum Disorders – Planning a successful transition to secondary school.
Presented by: Dr. Avril Brereton & Fiona Le Nepveu (OT) Monday October 14th at 9.00am – 12.30pm
Macedon Ranges Hotel & Spa 652 Black Forest Drive Macedon. Book via try booking at
https://www.trybooking.com/bfkosF
School Holiday Craft & Art Workshops
Jewellery making, polymer clay and glass art are just some of the crafty activities that are on offer in
the School Holidays at The Old Auction House! We are excited to also add Street Art and Cartooning
workshops 2 afternoons each week with some fantastic artists! The Old Auction House 52-56 Mollison
Street, Kyneton, booking via https://cutt.ly/ToahSep or for more information contact us on 54222047.
Special Artist Workshops
24 Sep 1-3pm Paste-Ups with Mr Dimples 9+ | $50, 26 Sep 1-4pm Stencils with Mr Dimples 12+ | $50
1 Oct 1-3pm Cartoons with Linda Newton 9+ | $60, 3 Oct 1-3pm Junk Street Art with Mr Dimples 9+ $50
Calling all book lovers
Join my book club!! My name is Claire I am a grade 5 student at Gisborne Primary
Sschool and I love reading. I would really like to start a book club, where I can socialise
with other book lovers, share reviews and read together.
Where: The Gisborne library (staff will help us find books to borrow). We will meet once
per month after school on Mondays or Wednesdays we can discuss times. Contact me if
you want to join. Email my mum at [email protected]
Ruperstwood Harvest
Community family evening on Friday 25th October (4pm - 8pm) at Sales College, Sunbury. Free event.
Music, art displays, sheep and cattle demonstrations, food trucks, market and community stalls.
Marriage encounter weekend
Invest in your most precious asset......Your Marriage! Married couples, come and learn how to keep/
rekindle the passion in your relationship and how to keep your love growing! This weekend is based
around Catholic values but couples of all faiths are welcome. 2019 Victorian weekend dates: 15-17
November.Starts 7pm on Friday. Ends 5pm Sunday. Accommodation and all meals provided.
Information/Bookings: Phone Mercy & James 0409 183 676
30th - 4th of October
Monday - Fused Glass Christmas Decorations 7+
Tuesday - Embossing & Card Making 9+
Wednesday - Mythical Creature Houses (Polymer clay) 9+
Thursday - Intro to Jewellery Making 9+
Friday - Origami Christmas Decorations 7+
23rd - 27th of September
Monday - Fused Glass Platers 7+
Tuesday - Polymer Clay Accessories 7+
Wednesday - Copperfoil Ornaments 9+
Thursday - Silk Scarf Painting 7+
Friday - Let’s Rock This (Painting) 7+
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Together, our Parish, Holy Cross and St Brigid’s Catholic Primary Schools will be hosting
another Twilight Market & Drive In Movie Night on Saturday 26th
October 2019.
We are seeking sponsorship from businesses as follows; Advertise with us on the Big Screen! For $100 your business will have access to a 30 second ad - which will be presented on the big screen before the movie and during intermission. Become A Stall Holder We are also looking for stalls during our Twilight Market. This is a great opportunity to promote your business, hold a fun activity and support your school. The cost is $30 per stall. Raffle Prizes Lastly, we are seeking Raffle Prizes to be drawn at the conclusion of the Twilight Market. All prizes welcome – no prize is too small. All funds raised go directly back to our Parish and schools If you are interested in any of the above, please contact Kristy Moore at Holy Cross Primary School on 0404 538 048 or [email protected] Thank you for your time and consideration. St Brigid’s Parish Holy Cross Catholic Primary School St Brigid’s Catholic Learning Community
St Brigid’s Parent & Friend’s Business Directory
MACEDON RANGES WRITERS
Struggling to find the words? Macedon Ranges Writers assists local businesses with copy, content, editing and social media. Don’t write it off. We’ll write for you!
Katrina Buttigieg
0401 874 441
AIMEE’S VISUAL ARTS
Aimee’s Visual Arts creates art work for any occasion and on any material or product. We also design logos & websites and offer all ages art classes. Solo exhibition at Montsalvat, 7 Hillcrest Ave, Eltham 12th November – 9th December
Aimee Timpson
0408 621 706
KATE GIBSON PHOTOGRAPHY
Family photographer specialising in candid, natural photos.
Kate Gibson
0409 015 533
SUNBURY WALLFRAMES & TRUSSES
We specialise in the design and manufacture of wall, roof and floor trusses for both domestic and commercial use.
Brendan Schneider
0412 096 053
RACHEL WILLIAMS HAIRDRESSING
20+ years hairdressing experience - hair colouring, cutting, hair extensions, hair smoothing treatment, blow waves, hair up styling.
Rachel Williams
0412 999 522
VIRTUALLY BETTER BUSINESS
Virtually Better Business provides a range of administration services that will keep the routine responsibilities of your business running like clockwork.
Marita Morley
0408 407 293
INTIMO BRA FIT SPECIALIST
I am an independent Intimo Bra Fit Specialist, offering a mobile Bra Boutique & Styling service that comes to you as well as a pop up service from home.
Sarah Phegan
0426 209 178
3 LITTLE PIGS
3 Little Pigs is our favourite neighbourhood eatery!
Matthew Bacon
5428 3123
Shop 1, 30A Aitken Street, Gisborne
DRAFT COMP SERVICES
Architectural drafting, structural/civil engineering, energy ratings and bushfire reports for new homes, extenstions, unit developments and verandahs. A one stop shop for all your permit paperwork.
Krystal Russell
9743 3861
MR TV
Antenna installation, TV & data points, home theatre, CCTV installation and alarm systems.
Dean Monk
0400 788 756
JACKSON DWELLINGS
At Jackson Dwellings, your local Gisborne building company, we are experts in delivering high quality personalised homes or renovating your current house to your dream family home.
Cameron Jackson
0412 286 008
KAYSEY’S ELECTRICAL
Domestic/Commercial Electrician. All types of electrical work. New/existing homes, sheds, switchboard upgrades, electrical appliances. No job too big or too small!
Michael Kays
0419 121033
L.O’GRADY CONSTRUCTIONS
L O’Grady Constructions is a family run construction company based in the Macedon
Ranges. They are driven to build custom designed beautiful family homes, extension
and renovations. Lonnie and Lauren have over 20 years experience in the building
industry and have a passion for building high quality homes. They strive for perfection
in every aspect of the building process.
Lauren O’Grady
0438 586 990
CONNORS KITCHENS BY DESIGN
With over 20 years experience in the cabinet making industry in Macedon Ranges, make us your first choice for your custom built kitchen and all of your joinery needs. Contact Pete Connors for a free no obligation quote or visit our new showroom.
Peter Connors
5428 4685 or 0409 000 644 (19 Ladd Road, New Gisborne)
Want to join our Parent & Friends Directory?
If you run a Small Business (trade, service etc) and would like to promote your business to our
St Brigid’s Community fortnightly School Newsletter, please contact the School Office. A $50 fee
per business covers a published listing from April to December 2019, with funds going towards
the PFA St Brigid’s fundraising goal. Thank you for your support.
LOVE IT LANDSCAPING
Love It Landscaping is a Melbourne based landscaping maintenance and design company servicing Sunbury, Macedon Ranges, Metropolitan Melbourne and outer regions of Victoria. We pride ourselves in bringing you stylish, functional outdoor spaces.
Troy Lovett
8746 8710
Kate Gibson Photography
Ph: 0409 015 533
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