ST. MICHAEL’S SCHOOL NEWSLETTER Term: 1 Week: 4 Issue Date: 19/02/2016

IMP0RTANT DATES

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February

Information Evening.

Prep-Year 2

6:15pm-7pm

Year 3-Year 6

7:15pm-8pm

March

1st School Board

Meeting @ 6pm

16th St Michaels

School Open Day.

21st Harmony Day

22nd School Board

Meeting @ 6pm

24th Holy Thursday

24th Term 1 Concludes

at 3:30pm

April

12th Term 2

Commences

25th Anzac Day

(School Closed)

27th School Photo’s

Principal: Denise Hussey Presbytery: Fr Tran Ngoc Tan 8 Brougham Street, North Melbourne, 3051 456 Dryburgh Street, North Melbourne , 3051 Tel: 9385 9800 Tel: 9328-2104 Fax: 9381 1993 Email: klanza@smnthmelbourne.catholic.edu.au

Dear Parents & Guardians,

What a lovely community feel we had as we gathered with many of our fami-

lies for our Welcome BBQ last Thursday. We were blessed with magnificent

weather as well as with the many families who came, shared stories and de-

licious food. I went home so happy that I have come to a place that is more

than a school but a community. Thanks to all the staff who joined in and I

hope you enjoyed the photos we sent out last week.

This week you would have been to your child’s information session with their

classroom teacher and engaged in some activities that show how your child

learns during their day at school. I am sure you found the session fun as

well as interesting. If you have any questions regarding your child’s learning

please always feel welcome to speak to your child’s teacher or myself, it is

important we continue to engage in conversation about the learning that oc-

curs at St Michael’s and we truly value your input and opinions.

This week we also had some parents join with our Family Partnership Con-

sultant to discuss ways in which we can work together to ensure our com-

munity stays strong and continues to strengthen the relationships between

school and family as well as the wider community. Thank you to those who

attended for time and thoughts.

Prayer for Lent

Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be

tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are

assaulted by many temptations;

and, as you know the weaknesses of

each of us, let each one find you mighty to save;

through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns

with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God, now and for ever.

Amen.

Assembly

Wednesday

@ 2:30pm

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In speaking of working together you will read in the newsletter a invitation for parents or carers to

join our School Board. This is a most valuable way in which families can contribute not only tho

their child’s learning but also to the growth and development of our school community. The Board

only meets a couple of times a term, so please consider coming along and join us at our first

meeting to be held on 1st March 2016 at 6pm

I ask all families to please take care when dropping off and picking up your children. I have seen

cars parking in front of and across our school crossing, this is not only illegal and could incur a

heavy fine , it is very dangerous for our children. Your child is very safe in our Playground, super-

vised by a teacher while they wait for you. So please take the time to park safely and walk to collect your

children. I will be spending time at the front of school ensuring that this area is safe and that families ad-

here to the parking regulations in place.

"Life is a daring adventure or nothing at all." Helen Keller

Yours in

‘’Learning Together, Achieving Together’

Denise Hussey, Principal

Parking Regulations

We ask parents to adhere to parking regulations in and around the streets which surround St MIchael’s School. Please remember that

the area directly in front of the school in Brougham Street is a drop off zone at the beginning and end of the school day. It is not ok to

park your car and come into the school. if you are parking in this area you may receive a parking fine as officers are always patrolling

St Michaels ‘Parish School Board

From the chairman of the board

The Board is an advisory body and its role is to support the school in matters relating to education,

school policy, and faith. It provides links between the parish priest, the principal and the school body,

and promotes community development.

The chief role is to support the principal, to improve the school in areas of education, future enrol-

ments, budgeting, and provision of school facilities and amenity.

Participation in the school board is of immense value to children. Research has shown improved

learning capacity and outcomes for children whose parents are involved in the school. I have found

my own involvement at St Michael’s to have been deeply satisfying for my child and on a personal

level.

We are seeking new members for the 2016 year. The board meets twice each term on Tuesday nights

for one hour – which would mean only two hours of your time each term.

Come along to the next board meeting on 1st March 2016 at 6pm. For further enquires please con-

tact the school reception

Gerard Rodgers

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Library News

Hello all,

A few things to celebrate this week.

1. We received a free copy of Kym Lardner’s book THE

DRAGON’S LIE from the author himself!!

2. We have started our library focus on Japan , exploring the

country and culture through Literature and multimedia.

So pleasing to see so many children borrowing books to take home

and share with their families. Remember it is important to return

books each week to either re- borrow or borrow new books from our

large selection.

Have great days reading,

Cheers, Kathie

Term 1 – No hat, no play, no fun today!!!

All children should be wearing a hat when out in the yard.

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Art News

This week in the art room there has been a lot of printing and painting related to geogra-

phy. Students from LA 3 and 5 are experimenting with making mono prints based on maps

and the sort of seaweed, leaves and feathers that might be found on Macquarie Island.

Closer to home, LA 1 students are creating their own stamp prints inspired by Australia’s

national gemstone - the Opal, mined in South Australia. LA 6 students practised painting a

wash as the background for a sea picture. LA 2 students came upstairs for their first visit

to the art room and had fun drawing and building. On display near the lift are our shapes

of Australia by LA 6 and LA 1.

Parent Information Evening.

On Wednesday night we had our parent information evening, it was run a little bit differ-

ent this year, allowing parents and careers to see what their children experience in class

on a daily basis. Thank-you to all the families that attended the evening and partici-

pated in the activities.

The evening was an opportunity for parents and carer’s to speak to teachers informally

and ask question. We would encourage parent if they have any concerns to make an

appointment with their classroom teacher for a one to one chat.

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Birthdays …

We are wishing Amogh

(LA 1), Samuel (LA1),

Logan (LA 3), Lucy

(LA5), and Mikayla

(LA6),a very special

day as they celebrate

their birthdays with

family and friends. En-

joy all the fun! Happy

Birthday!

CANTEEN REMINDER The canteen is open every Monday. Order forms are available from the office or classroom teacher.

For those who would like to volunteer please contact Susan Mooney on 0438 328 210. Canteen volunteers would need

to be available from 11:30am-1:40pm.

School hours are:

8.30am (Gates open) supervision in the yard—9am School day begins

3.30pm—3.45pm supervision in the yard.

All children who arrive earlier than 8:30am will be sent to before care and children who

have not been collected at 3:45pm will be sent to aftercare (Fees apply).

St. Michael’s Primary School OSHP

Our services offer a range of supervised, age appropriate activities in a safe environment for children to have fun, learn, play and make new friends every day.

Before School Care in school hall: 7.00am-8.30am.

After School Care in OSHP room: 3.30pm-6.00pm (Monday to Friday)

except on Wednesday: 3.00pm-6.00pm.

Contact Susan Mooney 0438 328 210 or school office 9329 9206

Our sessions are held in the OSHP (below school library). With the daily activities: games, sport, drama, painting, reading, playground… Also children can choose to have quiet time or finish homework.

Special activities for term 1/2016:

01/02/15 - Painting 02/02/15 - Sport games 03/02/15 - Clay creation

04/02/15 - Origami 05/02/15 - Garden

08/02/15 - Garden 09/02/15 - Make: Pancake 10/02/15 - Sport games

11/02/15 - Iron Beads 12/02/15 - Visit The Royal Park

15/02/15 - Circus skill 16/02/15 - Sport games 17/02/15 - Make: Mikshake

18/02/15 - Clay creation 19/02/15 - Visit The Royal Park

22/02/15 - Painting 23/02/15 - Sport games 24/02/15 - Make: Spring rolls 25/02/15 - Iron Beads 26/02/15 - Visit The Royal Park

29/02/15 - Garden 01/03/15 - Sport games 02/03/15 - Make: Nachos 03/03/15 - Loom / Knitting 04/03/15 - Visit The Royal Park

07/03/15 - Circus skill 08/03/15 - Sport games 09/03/15 - Cook: Fried rice 10/03/15 - Iron Beads 11/03/15 - Visit The Royal Park

14/03/15 - Painting 15/03/15 - Sport games

16/03/15 - Make: Pizza 17/03/15 - Circus skill 18/03/15 - Visit The Royal Park

21/03/15 - Garden 22/04/15 - Sport games

23/04/15 - Make: Biscuits 24/04/15 - Papers creation 25/04/15 - Treasure hunting

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February Monday 29th Preps Full Time

March Monday 14th Labour Day – Public Holiday (School Closed)

Wednesday 16th School Open Day

Sunday 20th Palm Sunday

Monday 21st Harmony Day

Thursday 24th End Term One at 3:30pm

April Monday 11th School Closure

Tuesday 12th Term 2 Commences

Monday 25th Anzac Day – Public Holiday (School Closed)

Wednesday 27th School Photos

May Sunday 8th Mothers Day

Monday 30th Year 5/6 Camp (Doxa)

Tuesday 31st Year 5/6 Camp (Doxa

June Wednesday 1st Year 5/6 Camp (Doxa)

Thursday 2nd Year 5/6 Camp (Doxa)

Monday 13th Queen’s Birthday –Public Holiday (School Closed)

Friday 24th End of Term 2 at 3:30pm

July Monday 11th Term 3 Begins

August

September Father’s Day Breakfast

Friday 16th End of Term 3 at 3:30pm

October Monday 31st School Closure Day

November Tuesday 1st Melbourne Cup – Public Holiday (No School)

28th, 29th 30th Swimming program

December 1st, 2nd Swimming Program

Tuesday 20th End of Term 4

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Children have great fun playing chess!

Chess is a wonderful game which enhances skills such as: Problem Solving, Pattern Recognition, Analytical, Visualisation, Concentration and Social Skills.

Term One chess classes will commence on Monday 22nd February with tuition provided by Dark Horse Chess. Players of all ages and levels are welcome, and prior experience with chess is not necessary. Certificates will be awarded to all players, and trophies will be

awarded to the tournament winners.

Class Times: Monday lunch time in Ms Susan’s aftercare room

Class Dates: 22/02, 29/03, 07/03, 14/03, 21/03

Price: $9.00 per lesson × 5 lessons = total cost of $45.00.

Enquiries: mozbun@smnthmelbourne.catholic.edu

Telephone; (03) 9329 9206

Registration is due at the school office by 9am on Monday 29th February. We endeavour to make intercom announcements before each lesson, but responsibility for attendance lies with students.

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ST MICHAEL’S PRIMARY SCHOOL CHESS CHESS REGISTRATION – TERM ONE, 2016 Date: ………..................

I give permission for my child ………………………….……………………… in Class ……… to participate in the above activity at St Michael’s Pri-

mary School. I authorise the teacher in charge to consent, where it is deemed impracticable to communicate with me, to my child re-ceiving such medical treatment as considered necessary.

Payment Method;

I have enclosed money to the amount of $45.00; Y N SIGNED Parent/Guardian: …………………………………...Child’s Date-Of-Birth: ……..................

Email: ……………………………………..……….……. Phone: ……………………….…………

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Media Statement from Bishop Vincent Long ofm conv, Australian Catholic Bishops Dele-gate for Refugees regarding the High Court’s decision on offshore processing

“Following the High Court decision, the Australian Government’s response to people seeking asylum, including babies born in

Australia and their parents, should focus on protecting them from harm and respecting their human dignity.”

“I urge the Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Minister for Immigration Peter Dutton to show compassion and mercy towards

these families and not act in a way that will cause even more harm than has been done already.”

“The Catholic Church is prepared to collaborate with other community organisations to provide support for asylum seekers.”

“I urge the Australian Government to ensure that no child is subject to an unsafe and harmful environment and that no-one is

returned to where they may face physical, psychological and sexual violence and harm.”

“The Catholic Church opposes mandatory detention and offshore detention because these policy responses do not respect the

dignity of people seeking our help.

“Governments have a responsibility to manage migration flows, but the Australian Government’s current approach is harsh and

should change.”

Bishop Vincent Long is the Australian Catholic Bishops spokesman on refugees and a former refugee.

Media Enquiries:

Aoife Connors

Media & Communications Director

Australian Catholic Bishops Conference

02 6201 9859

0450 348 597

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