Prayer May Jesus come to bless you

on your First Communion Day. May you feel his loving presence

in a very special way. And as you strive to follow in his footsteps

may he bless your life with many graces and lasting happiness.

Amen.

As I write my newsletter article this week, I am in Adelaide attending the annual conference of the Association of Josephite Affiliated Secondary Schools. The Association was formed in 2006. Its purpose is to enhance, extend, strengthen and perpetuate the Josephite charism in our schools. Charism might be defined as a particular philosophy or way of doing things, and is usually associated with spirituality and religious organisations. When Mary MacKillop and Fr Julian Tenison Woods began the Sisters of St Joseph in 1867 in Penola, they did not set out to start a charism; they set out to live the Gospel in providing education for those in need based on principles of equality and inclusion. In so doing, they laid a foundation for living, learning and leading that continues to inspire the Principals and communities of over 400 schools in Australia that continue a Josephite tradition of educating in faith, hope and justice. One of the comments that struck me today was ‘they will know who we are by how we live and lead’. Mary MacKillop had great courage in her time to challenge the status quo and she always sought what was best for children. Mary was never complacent in accepting that things were good enough; she had high expectations of herself and others and she led boldly. I have been deeply inspired by Mary’s legacy and the mission we have of finding new, contemporary ways of keeping the Josephite flame burning brightly in a modern and ever changing context. In all areas of learning, we seek to do, and to teach students to do, what is ethically and morally the right thing. This takes courage, compassion and empathy. As a Josephite school, we share a wonderful mission and a great responsibility but I know we are up for the challenge!

Dr Sandra Hewson - Principal

COMING EVENTS Sunday, 17th June

Year 4 Sacrament of First Eucharist (9:00-10:00am - St Mary of the Angels Church)

Monday, 18th - Friday, 22nd June

Footsteps Dance Company Workshops (Reception - Year 6 students, Gymnasium)

Tuesday, 19th June

School Board Meeting (7:00-8:00pm, School Board Meeting Room)

Wednesday, 20th June

Tcharkulda Cross Country (7:30am-5:00pm, Minnipa)

Thursday, 21st June

Footsteps Dance Company Disco (4:00-6:00pm, Gymnasium)

Monday, 25th June

Year 8 & 9 5-a-side Soccer (9:00am-3:00pm, Tumby Bay Area School)

Tuesday, 26th June

Year 11 Private Study Day

Year 11 Construction Students KESAB Clean Site Workshop (9:00-10:00am, Performing Arts Centre)

Wednesday, 27th - Friday, 29th June

Year 11 Exams Thursday, 28th June

Year 10 Drama Performance ‘We are never getting back together’ (7:00-8:00pm, Performing Arts Centre)

Friday, 29th June

Ready4School (9:00-10:30am, GP Room)

Monday, 2nd - Friday, 6th July

Year 11 Work Experience

Year 10 Australian Business Week Wednesday, 4th July

Year 9 & 10 Science and Engineering Challenge (9:00am-3:00pm, Navigator College)

Friday, 6th July

Term 2 Concludes (2:20pm)

Thursday, 14th June, 2018 - Term 2 Volume 7

Principal’s Message

ADVANCED NOTICE School Photos

Tuesday, 21st August and Wednesday, 22nd August

Please refrain from booking appointments or being absent from school on these days to avoid

missing out on your school photos.

Sacrament of First Holy Communion Congratulations to the following students who will be receiving the Sacrament of First Holy Communion this Sunday.

Jubilarian Celebration

On Friday, 1st June, nine long-serving staff members of St Joseph’s School were recognised in a celebratory Mass and Thanksgiving Dinner for more than 25 years of service in Catholic Education. The presence of Bishop Greg O’Kelly sj, priests of the Diocese and several Sisters of St Joseph added to the occasion. Each of the Jubilarians expressed gratitude to the school community and to the Josephites for giving them the opportunity and support to commit to a combined 298 years of service in Catholic schools.

Faith Formation

Footsteps Dance Program During Week 8: Footsteps Dance Company will be visiting St Joseph's school next week and running their bi-annual program with students from Reception - Year 6. Footsteps Dance specialise in curriculum integrated school dance programs. Their programs use dance as a vehicle to develop students’ inter/intra personal skills, fitness levels and provide teachers with classroom resources that use dance as a starting point to help teachers educate across other curriculum areas. They thrive on supporting teachers with learning outcomes for their students. Their programs are not only exciting and fun for students but sustainable for teachers from dance floor to classroom. Students will participate in 5 x 40 minute sessions for the week. Students will need to wear their PE uniform for all of next week. DISCO: There will be a disco in the Gym after school on Thursday, 21st June. 4:00pm – 5:00pm - Junior Primary Disco: Reception, Yr 1 and 2. 5:00pm – 6:00pm – Primary Disco: Yr 3, 4, 5 and 6 students. Drinks and small snacks will be available for sale at the disco.

Lost Property If your son or daughter has lost their water bottle, container or

jumper, they could possibly be in the lost property with no name on

them. If you think something might belong to your family please

come to the Front Office as soon as possible to collect any lost

property as they will be disposed of at the end of Term.

Year 10 Drama

Performance On Thursday, 28th June the Year 10

Drama class will be presenting...

‘We are never getting back together’.

Performing Arts Centre,

7:00pm - 8:00pm.

Have you liked our Facebook page, or

followed us on Instagram yet? Our social media pages are a great way to showcase events at school

and keep families up to date on what has been happening,

achievements and reminders.

Around The School

Claire Bailey Drew Baldwin Dana Cameron Jordan Casanova Conall Cochrane Jay Duncan Tahlia Grima Sibeal Hopkins Hilary Hope Jiba Hughes Mabel Hyde William Jenkins Aidan Kay-Baker Edward Kutny Blair Koncurat

Harper McNab Astrud Pejic Aled Phillips Matilda Hughes Cleo Sturman Mary Tran Sachi Vidov Hayley Walladge Thomas Wood Jaxson Woods Gabriella Zollo Ruby Woolford (PLPS) Evie Woolford (PLPS) Cody Duncan

@StJosephsPortLincoln

@St Joseph’s School Port Lincoln

Little Saints Playgroup - Explore and Imagine

Our playgroup has been very busy this term with lots of learning and laughter taking place. A warm welcome to our new families, it has been lovely getting to know you all. Yesterday I was fortunate enough to

attend a conference in Adelaide with a focus on reading to children in their early years. Immersing children in language rich environments, such as our playgroup is a wonderful way to begin the reading process, particularly when we share books together. In addition to story time at playgroup we have a story table and craft activities relating to a particular book to encourage participation and creativity. To keep with our theme 'Explore and Imagine' we are looking for some donations of natural/real life type objects (not plastic ideally). Some examples that would be really useful include: Teacups and saucers, wooden bowls, cane/woven baskets, old suitcases, egg beaters and pine cones. Your support is greatly appreciated. Our playgroup runs every Monday during term time from 9:00-10:30am in the GP Room with all 0-5 year olds most welcome. |Lauren Goodwin

9-a-side Football Yesterday Year 8/9 St Joseph’s students competed in the annual ‘Norwood Redlegs 9-a-side Football Carnival’ with teams attending from Port Lincoln High School, Navigators College, Tumby Bay Area School and Cummins Area School. The carnival was very popular amongst St Joseph’s students with 7 teams competing, the most of any school. Our teams were coached by Mr Aldridge (Year 8 boys), Mr Edwards and Darnell Richards (Year 9 boys Team 1 and 2) and Miss Dyer, Miss Morgan and Mr Keatley (Four Year 8/9 girls teams). All students thoroughly enjoyed the day, even in the cold and windy conditions. All of the boy’s teams displayed a high level of play with the Year 9 boys Team 2 winning Division B. It was great to see the girls enjoying the chance to tackle and slide on the ground to get the ball. Three of the girl’s teams came runners ups in Div A, B and C, with Div A only losing the grand final match by 1 point. Many students impressed the Norwood AFLW representatives with their skill level. |Matt Keatley

Well Done Missi Missi White attended SA Gymnastics State Championships last month and was placed 4th on the beam and 6th on the floor in the State for Level 7 Under 14s.

Congratulations Mary Last week the State SAPSASA Cross Country Championships were held at Oakbank in Adelaide. Students representing regions from across the state competed on the challenging cross country course. Congratulations to Mary Chapman who competed in the LEP Team. Mary competed in the 12 year old girls race, where she finished 47 out of 144 competitors.

Long Weekend Activities We would like to congratulate all staff and students who competed in the huge variety of activities and events over the long weekend. We are sure you did yourself and your teams proud.

Around The School Sporting Achievements

EXPLORE

IMAGINE

FUN

Ready4School Is a pre-school learning initiative for children aged 3-5 with the opportunity for learning and social interaction with a parent or caregiver. This is a hands on learning experience involving stories, songs, literacy and numeracy. Our next session is Friday, 29th June 9:00-10:30am. We’d love to see you there! Register your interest by phoning Cate on 8683 2400.

Reminders for Families: For the safety of our staff and students we ask families to refrain from bringing their dogs into the school grounds, especially to classrooms. If students are bringing animals in for show and tell etc, please ensure this has been approved by the class teacher and that the animal is suitably restrained.

Please remember there is 10km/h speed limit throughout the school.

Please refrain from parking in the Boarding House Carpark. These parks are reserved for Boarding House staff and students and parents of boarders only. Other students and families are not permitted to park in this area.

Ride For Sick Kids 2018 Fundraiser Get your tickets early and don’t miss out on this ABSOLUTE 80’s Night of entertainment Wednesday, 4th July 2018 at Port Lincoln Hotel Ballroom. Celebrate Tony and Ronald McDonald’s Port Lincoln 10th Birthday with friends, great music and food while also supporting Ronald McDonald House in Adelaide. Tickets: $100. Ticket price includes entertainment, food and a donation to RMH, Adelaide. Trent Adams and Mark Frobes are also riding 1000km in 7days in November for the RMHC

Ride for Sick Kids. This night is also a fundraiser for the ride with some fantastic items to

be auctioned on the night. | Mark Forbes.

Canteen Roster - Week 8 Term 2 9.00 - 12.00noon 11.00 - 2.00pm 12.00 - 2.00pm

MON 18/6

TUES 19/6

WED 20/6 Leah Wiseman

THURS 21/6

FRI 22/6 Marni Enright

Soup: Pumpkin Soup $3.20 and 80c for a roll

Special: Spaghetti Bolognaise Small: $4.00 Large: $6.00

Community News

Saint Mary of the Angels

Parish Mass Times Saturday Evening at 6.00pm

Sunday Morning at 9.00am

First Sunday of each Month

- Coffin Bay at 6.00pm

YOUTH GROUP

Every 2nd Friday of the Month

FAITH, FUN, FOOD 7-12years

6.30-8.30pm Church Hall

All Welcome!

Uniform Shop

Opening Hours

Monday & Wednesday (Term time)

3.00pm - 5.00pm