St Mary's Primary School Crookwell eNewsletter

TERM TWO

WEEK TEN
Wednesday 29 June	End of term Mass 9.30am Conservatorium Music students concert 2pm
Thursday 30 June	Industrial Action - Limited supervision available. Please contact School Office if your child needs to attend.
Friday 1 July	Stage 2 Showcase of Learning - 12.15pm No tuckshop Final day of Term Two
TERM THREE DATES
Monday 18 July	Staff Development Day
Tuesday 19 July	Students resume
Monday 25 July	Madelyn Burns School Counsellor resumes
Tuesday 26 July	School Photos
Tuesday 2 August	CYSM Junior -Year 6 Journey with Jesus Retreat School Board Meeting 6pm
Wednesday 3 August	NAIDOC Week Mass for our indigenous students and School Captains
Tuesday 9 August	P & F Meeting 7pm
Friday 18 August	Archdiocesan Athletics Carnival
5/12/19 August	School Explorers Sessions
Thursday 1 September	Father's Day Mass or Liturgy and Stall
Wednesday 21 September	Kinder, Year One & Year 2 Showcase of Learning End of term three

End of Term 2

I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate our dedicated and hardworking students who have put in another huge effort this term to develop their skills across all Key Learning Areas. It was a pleasure to read the student reports. I particularly liked seeing the goals and future learning focus highlighted for each student.

I would like to thank our parent body for your fundraising effort this term and for your continued support of your children and the staff.

Thank you to our staff who have again, taken on additional duties and classes to cover absent staff. It continually amazes me what a compassionate and giving school community we have.

I would particularly like to thank Miss Jayme O'Brien and Mr Howard who have taken on blocks of casual teaching with us this term. Both Miss O'Brien and Mr Howard have built a strong rapport with the students and staff and are highly valued casual staff members, along with our other casual staff.

I would like to wish Mr O'Kane an enjoyable Long Service Leave break. Mr O'Kane is part of the fabric of St Mary's and will certainly be missed for his sense of humour and dedication to his work.

We farewell Tim Douglass from the Hume Conservatorium who is moving to Tasmania. Tim has been a familiar sight at St Mary's on Tuesdays and Wednesdays teaching guitar, piano and drums to some our students. We wish Tim all the best with his move and will miss his talent and happy face!

I hope you have a happy and safe winter holiday break and I look forward to seeing the students back on Tuesday 19 July.

Term Three Clubs

Next term we will re-commence our lunchtime clubs, and we have some fantastic clubs on offer!

Monday	Mindfulness and Yoga Club
Tuesday	STEM Club
Wednesday	Origami Club
Thursday	Calligraphy Club Drawing Club
Friday	Garden Club

The students have been asked to 'sign-up' for the club they are interested in attending and, depending upon numbers, will be able to attend each week or on a roster.

Clubs will commence in Week 2.

Morning Club will continue in Week 1 of Term 3, with Mrs Spackman in the Year Six classroom from Monday - Thursday.

Parent Session

Thank you to our School Counsellor, Madelyn Burns, for her input in our parent 'Resilience Building' workshop last Monday. We are aware that some parents could not attend this due to other commitments. Madelyn has kindly offered to run this workshop again via zoom one afternoon at 5.30pm for interested parents. If you would like to take part in this workshop, please let Belinda know this week. A date will be scheduled if there is enough interest.

Further Industrial Action

Tomorrow, Thursday 30 June 2022, some IEU members will be participating in a full day of protected industrial action in the form of a work stoppage.
As a result of this action, we will only have a small number of staff onsite. Limited supervision will be available for families that have no other options.

The School Explorers

Last Friday we held our last Term Two School Explorers session, 'Discover It', with Year three in their classroom and the Mercy Building break-out space. Next term the session will commence again in Week Three, on Friday 5 August.

All preschool students who are school-aged in 2023 are welcome to attend our school readiness sessions, regardless of school choice. Please spread the word.

Lost Items

There are a large number of clothing items and food/drink items in the Office. If you have misplaced anything, please see Belinda.

Please check all your uniform items before the end of term to ensure all items belong to you.

Enrolling Now

Enrolments can now be placed online. Go to https://enrolments.stmarysc.nsw.edu.au/enrol/ to enrol now.

Enrolments packs are available from our School Office or can be downloaded from our website http://www.stmarysc.nsw.edu.au/enrolment.html

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Our school photo day is 26 July, next term.

Below is information regarding ordering of the packages. Envelopes have been sent home.

TERM 2 VALUE – Striving for Excellence

Winter is certainly here! It’s part of the cycle of life. The dying of the old in preparation for the new (in Spring). A time for rest and renewal. A time of contemplation.

During the winter school break, take time to reflect on how you are striving to live an excellent life for God.

Scriptures tell us that every Christian should strive for excellence in all that he/she does.

“And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgement; That you may approve things that are excellent;” Philippians 1:9-11

For many today, living the Christian life is summed up in the words: “God is still working on me.” Jesus wants us to keep striving for excellence in our everyday lives so we might reflect His own goodness… holiness, love, compassion, mercy, forgiveness.

We need to continually strive to live the excellent loving lifestyle that is pleasing to God, and the only way we can do this is to first open our hearts to Jesus’ love for us.

"I love Thee, I love Thee

And that Thou doest know;

But how much I love Thee,

My actions will show."

Lord,

From the rising of the winter sun to its setting, on these short winter days…

Make me short on mindless activity, long on reflecting on your love for me.

Make me short on being driven, long on paying attention.

Make me short on rushing and tiring, long on walking and wondering.

Make me short on focusing only on myself, long on looking beyond.

Make me short on mean thoughts, long on offers of words of comfort.

Make me short of obsessive lists, long on spontaneous acts of kindness,

Make me short on tradition as a habit, long on rediscovery and re-owning.

Make me short on false jollity, long on stilling and rooted joy.

Make me short on guilt, long on being merciful to myself.

Make me short on being overwhelmed, long on peacefulness

AMEN

Mini Vinnies Winter Appeal

Many thanks to those who have donated so far.

Donations of the following items would be greatly appreciated and can be dropped to the school.

Thick socks
Gloves/mittens/beanies/scarves
Coats
Sleeping bags
Blankets/doonas
Non-perishable food items

(please make sure any used items are in reasonable condition)

Save the Date

Gilbert/ Croker Rugby League Legends Shield

Tuesday 13 September 2022

Optional for Years 3-6 students
We will be sending a Year 3/4 tackle team and a Year 5/6 tackle team

Boorowa Touch Football Gala Day

Friday 21 October 2022

Compulsory for Years 2-6 students
We have entered teams in each class group

Archdiocesan Athletics Carnival

The Archdiocesan Carnival will be held at the AIS on Tuesday 23 August (Week Six).

A reminder you must register your child on the CSNSW Sport Website https://csnsw.sport/help/help-guide-for-parents which will include the cost of $20.00 to be paid at the time of registration via the CSNSW website

Canberra/Goulburn Rep Sport

NSWCPS GOLF TOURNAMENT - all of NSW

https://csnsw.sport/sports/mackillop-primary-southern-nsw/golf

Girls (and boys) Tournament to be held at Blackheath Golf Course on Monday, 1 August -2 divisions

1. 18 Hole Tournament - serious stuff !! Must have golf link number and a golf handicap. The tournament will also be a selection trial for the MacKillop & Polding Golf teams to compete at the NSWPSSA State Golf Championships in September

2. 9 Hole Tournament - a participation event for beginners from 8 years old to 13 years old. Must have own golf clubs. For prizes and kudos.

Entries close 22 July. Prizes awarded.

REGISTERED STUDENTS INCLUDE - Jaydan Costello, Henry Galland.

NSWCPS GIRLS 7 ASIDE RUGBY SELECTIONS- all Catholic primary schools in NSW

https://csnsw.sport/sports/mackillop-primary-southern-nsw/rugby-union

Girls trial for selection in the MacKillop and Polding teams to compete at the NSWPSSA State Girls 7 A Side Rugby Championships are on Tuesday, 9 August @ Santa Sabina College, Strathfield.

Registrations close 30 July 2022

PP Meetings

The PP Meetings are scheduled for Week 3 on 1/3/4 August.

More information will be supplied at a later date for those families.

Student of the Week Awards

The Student of the Week Awards go to...

Kindergarten: Hendrix McWilliam

Yr. 1: Bridie McCormack

Yr. 2: Evie Waldron, Aria White

Yr. 3: Logan Anderson

Yr. 4: Jaydan Costello, Henry Galland, Chase Lucock, Elsie McIntosh, Alex Storrier, William Waldron

Yr. 5: Noah Edwards, Lara McCulloch

Yr. 6: Sophia Galland, Finn McCormack, Jack Peden

Certificate of Appreciation

Awarded to Toby Charnock and A'dee Reynolds for wearing our St Mary's Primary School uniform with pride.

New Fridge Required

Unfortunately, due to a change of circumstances, the tuckshop will require a fridge. If you have a commercial size, full fridge with shelves only (no comparments) and single glass door you no longer require, or you know where we can get one from, please get in contact with Allison Hewitt or Pip Frost.

We will require one before the start of Term 3.

Please spread the word!

Tuckshop

If you haven't had a turn in the tuckshop, but would like to give it a whirl, please complete the following link ( Tuckshop Helpers) so we can add your name to the roster. You will be placed with another who has previous tuckshop experience. It's easy, a bit of fun and a good chance to meet other parents!

Thank you to all of the Term 2 volunteers, the children (and staff!) appreciate it!

Please remember, more hands make light work and mean we have more days available for tuckshop to be open.

If you have a particular date you would like to be rostered on, please contact Rechell Naughton.

Free Circus & Celebration of Family

Don’t miss the school holiday Free Circus & Celebration of Family, Sunday 10th July, 2pm-4pm

Sacred Heart Central School, Morris St, Cootamundra.

Sausage sizzle, popcorn & fairy floss available for sale.

Cost: FREE. Seats limited. Register at https://bit.ly/WMF_FREECIRCUS

More information HERE or contact lara.kirk@cg.org.au 0429 192 869

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

The RCIA is an opportunity to learn more about the Catholic Faith. The program is open to all and is particularly designed for those interested in exploring the idea of becoming a Catholic or receiving the Sacraments for the first time. The sessions will begin in August. If you are interested, please contact Fr Joshy (0412 358 222) - joshy.kurien@cg.org.au before 14th July 2022.

Parish Office

For Parish and Sacramental matters, please forward your enquiries to Goulburn Parish Secretary, Sharon Cashman, via email. Alternatively, call into the Parish Office at the Old Convent Building. Sharon is available in Crookwell on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 11.30am-3.30pm

Parish Associate: Sr Rosemary Hart

Email: Crookwell@cg.org.au

Website: http://cg.org.au/crookwell/Home.aspx

Phone: 48321 633

Address: 55 Wade Street (the Old Convent Building)

CADS (Crookwell Amateur Dramatic Society) Performance

Cast and crew have been working hard to bring you a wonderful Retro experience

Singing, dancing, costumes and lights will make for a spectacular event

This a new and different type of show for CADS but one audiences can join in, sing along, dance along and laugh along to .

Some of your favourite CADS comedy actors will perform comedy skits that will give you a great giggle.

Grab your tickets now at trybooking.com or click on the link below and it will take you straight there https://www.trybooking.com/BZXBP

For more information or if you need help booking call 0456 810 995

Free Holiday Workshops at the Hume Conservatorium

Drum Line with Thomas Dawson- 2 July 10am - 2pm

Hosted by Thomas Dawson and will be looking at drumline practice and performance. They will need to bring their sticks and a snare if they have one.

Strings Workshops with Deb McConnell

5 July 10am -11am Beginners strings

5 July 11am -2pm Deb will run a strings ensemble and solo performance prep.

6 July 10am -10.30am Preschool Violin. 6 July 11am -2pm Deb will run a strings ensemble and solo performance prep.

Rock Guitar Orchestra with Garth Prentice- 11- 12 July from 10-2pm.

Play some awesome rock tunes for the day and they will need an electric guitar and amp. If they do not have an electric guitar but are very enthusiastic in your lessons they are also welcome.

Glee Club with Richard Lane -13 July 10am - 2pm

If you love to sing come along to Glee Club and have fun singing in groups or solo, learn singing techniques with a professional singing coach.

Strings Ensemble with Wanda- 13 & 14 July 10am -2pm

For intermediate and advanced students. Join Wanda for two days of ensemble workshops developing technique and performance practice. Learn and try out new and interesting things/aspects about solo/group performance and technique with your instrument that you are presently not aware if. Or write your own instrumental piece!