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TRANSCRIPT
Friday August 21 2015
Dear Parents and Friends On Wednesday we were lucky enough to have Bruce and Denise Morcombe visit our school They have turned the most horrific tragedy for their family into a life giving and inspirational campaign for child safety Many parents attended the session on Wednesday and it was wonderful to hear the positive comments from students and parents on the impact of their words Both Bruce and Denise were both extremely appreciative of the students‟ efforts to wear red in memory of Daniel In Week 9 we begin implementation of the Morcombe Child Safety Curriculum a series of nine lessons focusing on protective behaviours cybersafety and identifying our safety networks The three key messages in the curriculum are Recognise React Report Over the coming weeks we will break open these three key components so that parents are able to reinforce these concepts at home RECOGNISE The first key safety message of the curriculum is recognise Recognise is about being aware of your environment Children young people and adults can all learn to take notice of what is happening around them to help keep themselves safe Everyone can use clues such as the things we see hear smell or feel to help protect us from harm and keep ourselves safe Clues can be simple things that warn us about a danger eg hearing a fire alarm or seeing smoke that prompt us to react We can also use clues to prepare for potentially unsafe situations eg if we are walking alone at night then we try to use a well-lit route and avoid secluded lanes or parks When we recognise that there might be a safety problem we can take steps to move away or reduce the risk or develop strategies that can help keep us safe For instance if you are in a busy environment such as Canelands or a local event where there are big crowds you might consider what you and your child could do if you became separated Strategies could include going to a highly visible pre-determined meeting spot writing your phone number on a card and placing it in your child‟s pocket identifying who your child could approach if they become lost eg police staff at a booth DATE CLAIMER Cybersafety Event ndash ldquoWho Is Talking To Your Kidsrdquo presented by Senior Constable Nigel Dalton on Tuesday 8 September at 6pm ndash 730pm Drinks and nibbles provided SCHOOL TUCKSHOP Our tuckshop will remain closed next week (Week 7) and will reopen on Thursday 3 September (Week 8) Following the review a new tuckshop menu will be distributed next week This menu will be updated online by the end of the week Tuckshop will revert back to operating two days per week ndash Thursday and Friday Please refer to the P and F notice further in our newsletter with information on how you can assist by volunteering in our tuckshop or with Home Bake Thank you for your ongoing support
Bianca Hodges Principal
Prep R Isaac Quartly
For your fantastic work during writing groups It is wonderful to see all your hard work Isaac Prep W Kale Madden
For trying really hard to always be your best 1B Montana Corrie
For a wonderful start at St Joseph‟s Your happy smile and friendly nature are valued in 1B Thank you Montana 1E Levi Altman-Groom
For demonstrating courage and independence in approaching your school day Well done 2D Leila Fetters
For taking the initiative to help others in your class Your kind actions are appreciated 2S Zane Haddow
For being extremely brave and showing great courage Your happy smile and positive attitude are valued in 2S 3R Brandon Mayne
For your fantastic group work during Maths rotations It is great to hear you helping your group members and justifying your answers Keep up the hard work
3RM Toby Hackney Thank you for sharing your creative insight 3RM has greatly enjoyed making the lorikeet template you made and shared with us
4B Lachlan Cocco For your wonderful persuasive writing piece about the importance of homework You are very creative
4CF Tessa Museta For your beautiful smile and enthusiastic approach to your school work You are a delight to have in our class
5D Brodie Bell For your enthusiasm during assembly practice especially with learning the sign language for the chorus ldquoBeautifulrdquo Thank you Brodie
5H Jessie Hackney For being a mature and helpful student while leading the whole school morning prayer
6B James Clark For you enthusiasm towards writing your Fantasy Story
6GG David Ruhl For your wonderful enthusiasm and participation at eisteddfod practice
IMPORTANT DATES
AUGUST 27 Book Week Characters Parade and Readers Picnic
SEPTEMBER
1 ParentTeacher Interviews 8 Combined Board and P and F Parent Cybersafety Workshop 6 - 730pm LITURGY NEWS 288 Mass PW amp 6‟s ndash 1200 49 First Friday Mass 6B 930am 78 Father‟s Day Liturgy 6GG 840am 119 Mass 2D amp 5H - 1200 189 840 1B Mercy Liturgy
ST JOSEPHrsquoS CATHOLIC PARISH OF NORTH MACKAY amp NORTHERN BEACHES SACRAMENTAL PROCESS 2015 2016
Preparation for the Sacraments of
Reconciliation (First Confession)
Confirmation
First Eucharist (First Holy Communion)
Ritual of Remembering Baptism at all masses on the weekend of 2223 August
Family Workshop 1 Baptism Confirmation 10am Sunday 30th August or Wednesday 7th September 7pm For further details contact Parish Office 4957 4855 Monday to Friday 900am ndash 1200pm PRAYERS FOR THE SICK We remember all those in our community who are unwell or recovering from illness especially Mrs Jo Kaddatz who is recovering from surgery Dear Lord bless all who are sick especially those in our school community May they experience in a special way the great love and concern Jesus has for them
CURRICULUM Book Week 2015 ndash Books Light Up Our World What a fantastic theme for Book Week this year Since 1945 the Children‟s Book Council of Australia (CBA) has hosted an annual Book Week to both honour and commend the contribution of Australian authors and illustrators In 2015 Children‟s Book Week runs from Saturday 22 August to Friday 28 August with the theme of Books Light up Our World Anyone familiar with children‟s and young adult literature is aware of the amazing talent authors have in engaging the minds and hearts of younger readers With their capacity to make the ordinary extraordinary and bring characters to life children‟s authors and books really do light our world With their ability to ignite our imaginations I could not agree more with the words of Australian children‟s author Susan Stephenson Books truly light up our world in so many different ways They shed light into dark places by bringing education to those who want it Books bring the world to life for us enabling us to travel to distant lands without leaving our homes and even venture into space
or fantasy worlds They empower us entertain us educate us and bring us closer to others Books help us to grow as human beings So take the time to discover books that will get your child fired up about reading We are all looking forward to our great dress up day next Thursday to celebrate Book Week 2015 Remember parents are most welcome to come along and watch the dress up parade at 9am in the school hall Our library is also looking particularly fabulous as Ms Morrison has set up a wonderful display of Books Light Up Our World Take the time next week to call in and have a look and use this as a vehicle to discuss with your own children what they may have been reading about in school and how it may light up our world
ST JOSEPHrsquoS CELEBRATES BOOK WEEK You are invited to join us in a celebration of learning When - Thursday 27th August beginning at 900am Where- School Hall The theme for Book Week this year is ldquoBooks light up our Worldrdquo Students are asked to think of a book that has a lot of meaning for them A book that ldquolights uprdquo their world A book that they would like to ldquoshine a spotlightrdquo on Then use this book to dress up for our Parade The costume should match the book so that the theme of the parade is truly authentic Our goal is to keep it simple and we certainly do not want parents to feel pressured or to go to any great expense When helping your child prepare for the parade please ensure that safe footwear is worn Covered shoes school shoes or joggers are a must ndash regardless of the costume Please consider costume difficulties and students that catch the bus
ParentTeacherStudent (3Way) Interviews
3Way interviews are an opportunity for parents to discuss their child‟s progress in conjunction with their child and teacher For parents new to our school the parentteacher interviews conducted in Term 3 are a little different to those conducted in Term 1 In Term 3 the interviews are held between students parent and teacher allowing students the opportunity to share their learnings with their parents The 3way interviews for Term 3 will be conducted on Tuesday 1st September 2015 (Week 8) Bookings via parent lounge will be available Wednesday 26th August 1100am and will close Friday 28th August 300pm Have a great week Deb Mallet Assistant Principal - Curriculum
SCHOOL FEES School fees for Term 3 are now OVERDUE
If you have not received your account please contact the office We would like to thank those families who have paid It would be appreciated if you have not finalised your account to attend to this matter as soon as possible If you are experiencing difficulties please contact Di on 4957 3355
CENTREPAY
St Joseph‟s is now registered to accept Centrepay deposits to help pay for school fees Centrepay is a free bill-paying service offered to customers receiving Centrelink payments Through Centrepay you can choose to pay bills by having a regular amount deducted from your payments and transferred electronically to the school at no extra cost to you Please call the office if you would like more information on this service
WOOLWORTHS EARN amp LEARN This year we will be participating in the Woolworths Earn amp Learn program Through this program we will be able to get new educational resources for our schoolearly learning centre ndash and all we need you to do is shop for your groceries at Woolworths From Wednesday 15th July to Tuesday 8th September we are collecting Woolworths Earn amp Learn Stickers You will get one Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor tobacco and gift cards) Place the Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker onto a Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker Sheet and when it‟s complete the Sticker Sheet can be dropped into the Collection Box here at the school or at your local Woolworths At the end of the promotion we‟ll be able to get some great new equipment The range is extensive and offers lots of items ideal for our students ndash including resources for Maths English Science and some fantastic fun supplies for Arts amp Craft Sport and for our library If you‟d like to know more visit woolworthscomauearnandlearn
TUCKSHOP NEWS ndash NO HOME BAKE OR TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS
REQUIRED DUE TO TUCKSHOP CLOSURE
TUCKSHOP ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19h August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
HOMEBAKE ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19th August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED The P and F are endeavouring to have the tuckshop opened in week 8 of this term To do this we are going to need some volunteers who are happy to donate a few hours of their time once a month on a Thursday or Friday or donate their time by providing homebake If you would like to offer some assistance in either of these areas of the tuckshop please give me a call If you were previously on the tuckshop roster and would like to continue helping out please give me a call Kindest Regards Nyomi Davidson 0404 057 678 Nyomidavidsonicloudcom
HOCKEY NEWS PRELIMINARY FINALS ndash 22082015 U11 GIRLS JoeysFrancisVic Park V Eimeo Road 800am Field 2 U13 BOYS HSC V Mercy Green 915am Turf U13 GIRLS (Division 1) HSC V MSHS 915am Field 1
NETBALL 13D St Joseph‟s Diamonds 800am Crt 6 13C St Joseph‟s Topaz 1145am Crt 1
We wish all our players the very best of luck as the edge closer to the Grand Finals
TOUCH
St Joseph‟s Tornados V Ultimate Touch 715pm Field 2
LIBRARY NEWS
Book Week ndash 22nd -28th August
The Children‟s Book Council of Australia is celebrating 70 years this year The theme for Book Week 2015 is bdquoBooks Light Up Our World‟ Each year during Book Week schools and public libraries all over Australia celebrate books and reading with a focus on Australian authors and illustrators Classroom teachers and librarians tell stories and offer activities and competitions relating to the theme to highlight literacy and the importance of reading Book Week Events at St Josephrsquos Friday 21 CBCA bdquoBook of the Year‟ winners announced Monday 24 Library display Winners of the bdquoLost Book Cover‟ and bdquoName that reader‟ Tuesday 25 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Wednesday 26 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Thursday 27 9am BOOK WEEK COSTUME PARADE (dress as your favourite book character)
bdquoReading picnic‟ on grassed areas with buddy classes
BOOK COVERING ndash We Need Your Help What a fantastic response to our book covering request We are half way through already which is fantastic However we still have a little way to go and would appreciate your continued support Our class readers are now almost done (thank you) however we still have a large number of curriculum resources and donated books to cover The library is looking for volunteers who may have an hour free once a week or once a month to assist with book covering The library will be open for book covering Monday to Thursday mornings between 830am to 10am and between 10am to 3pm by request For those who would like to help but haven‟t covered before with contact don‟t worry I am happy to show you how We also need people to do the job of cutting the contact to size
BOOK COVERING VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED YES I am able to assist in the library with book covering
Monday (Time______ am pm) Tuesday (Time______ am pm) Wednesday (Time______ am pm) Thursday (Time______ am pm) I am happy to take home a bag of books to cover
Name _____________________Contact Number _______________
Have a great week Ms Sheree Morrison - Library Co-Ordinator
The PampF will be holding a Father‟s Day stall for our students to purchase gifts The stall will be held on 1
st and 2
nd
September If you are able to volunteer to help man this stall please call Nyomi Davidson on 0404 057 678
COMMONWEALTH BANK STUDENT BANKING UPDATE ndash PLEASE READ Concerns have been raised regarding the bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ reward item due to the inclusion of four button batteries that can be accessed by unscrewing the back of the torch Whilst this reward has been independently tested and deemed to meet relevant product standards the Commonwealth Bank have made the decision to proactively withdraw this item from the School Banking Rewards Program ParentsGuardians are requested to dispose of any bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torches‟ their child may have already received as part of the Rewards Program Students who have previously received a bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ are welcome to redeem an alternative reward item
MUSICORP INSTRUMENTAL Our Musicorp instrumental music students have been working hard so far this term and are getting ready to perform soon Watch this space for more details regarding a performance date I am also very excited to let everyone know that I am also now offering Vocal Tuition as part of the Musicorp Instrumental Music Program at St Josephs With The Voice on TV at the moment and Australias Got Talent starting very soon it‟s a great time to start vocal lessons - all of those singers started somewhere For more details please come to see me on Wednesdays at 1045am in the Uniform Shop or if youd just like to start singing or playing an instrument as soon as you can please call the Musicorp Head Office on 1300 858 911
CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE ASSISTANCE
Conveyance Allowance is an assistance provided by the Department of Transport and main Roads to eligible parentsguardians who drive their students to school or to the route of a school bus There are several types of Conveyance Allowance available These are determined by the bus route and the type of school bus service (if any) provided in your area Application forms with further details are available by calling into the Translink Division of the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Nelson Street Mackay or by telephoning 4951 8673
Prep R Isaac Quartly
For your fantastic work during writing groups It is wonderful to see all your hard work Isaac Prep W Kale Madden
For trying really hard to always be your best 1B Montana Corrie
For a wonderful start at St Joseph‟s Your happy smile and friendly nature are valued in 1B Thank you Montana 1E Levi Altman-Groom
For demonstrating courage and independence in approaching your school day Well done 2D Leila Fetters
For taking the initiative to help others in your class Your kind actions are appreciated 2S Zane Haddow
For being extremely brave and showing great courage Your happy smile and positive attitude are valued in 2S 3R Brandon Mayne
For your fantastic group work during Maths rotations It is great to hear you helping your group members and justifying your answers Keep up the hard work
3RM Toby Hackney Thank you for sharing your creative insight 3RM has greatly enjoyed making the lorikeet template you made and shared with us
4B Lachlan Cocco For your wonderful persuasive writing piece about the importance of homework You are very creative
4CF Tessa Museta For your beautiful smile and enthusiastic approach to your school work You are a delight to have in our class
5D Brodie Bell For your enthusiasm during assembly practice especially with learning the sign language for the chorus ldquoBeautifulrdquo Thank you Brodie
5H Jessie Hackney For being a mature and helpful student while leading the whole school morning prayer
6B James Clark For you enthusiasm towards writing your Fantasy Story
6GG David Ruhl For your wonderful enthusiasm and participation at eisteddfod practice
IMPORTANT DATES
AUGUST 27 Book Week Characters Parade and Readers Picnic
SEPTEMBER
1 ParentTeacher Interviews 8 Combined Board and P and F Parent Cybersafety Workshop 6 - 730pm LITURGY NEWS 288 Mass PW amp 6‟s ndash 1200 49 First Friday Mass 6B 930am 78 Father‟s Day Liturgy 6GG 840am 119 Mass 2D amp 5H - 1200 189 840 1B Mercy Liturgy
ST JOSEPHrsquoS CATHOLIC PARISH OF NORTH MACKAY amp NORTHERN BEACHES SACRAMENTAL PROCESS 2015 2016
Preparation for the Sacraments of
Reconciliation (First Confession)
Confirmation
First Eucharist (First Holy Communion)
Ritual of Remembering Baptism at all masses on the weekend of 2223 August
Family Workshop 1 Baptism Confirmation 10am Sunday 30th August or Wednesday 7th September 7pm For further details contact Parish Office 4957 4855 Monday to Friday 900am ndash 1200pm PRAYERS FOR THE SICK We remember all those in our community who are unwell or recovering from illness especially Mrs Jo Kaddatz who is recovering from surgery Dear Lord bless all who are sick especially those in our school community May they experience in a special way the great love and concern Jesus has for them
CURRICULUM Book Week 2015 ndash Books Light Up Our World What a fantastic theme for Book Week this year Since 1945 the Children‟s Book Council of Australia (CBA) has hosted an annual Book Week to both honour and commend the contribution of Australian authors and illustrators In 2015 Children‟s Book Week runs from Saturday 22 August to Friday 28 August with the theme of Books Light up Our World Anyone familiar with children‟s and young adult literature is aware of the amazing talent authors have in engaging the minds and hearts of younger readers With their capacity to make the ordinary extraordinary and bring characters to life children‟s authors and books really do light our world With their ability to ignite our imaginations I could not agree more with the words of Australian children‟s author Susan Stephenson Books truly light up our world in so many different ways They shed light into dark places by bringing education to those who want it Books bring the world to life for us enabling us to travel to distant lands without leaving our homes and even venture into space
or fantasy worlds They empower us entertain us educate us and bring us closer to others Books help us to grow as human beings So take the time to discover books that will get your child fired up about reading We are all looking forward to our great dress up day next Thursday to celebrate Book Week 2015 Remember parents are most welcome to come along and watch the dress up parade at 9am in the school hall Our library is also looking particularly fabulous as Ms Morrison has set up a wonderful display of Books Light Up Our World Take the time next week to call in and have a look and use this as a vehicle to discuss with your own children what they may have been reading about in school and how it may light up our world
ST JOSEPHrsquoS CELEBRATES BOOK WEEK You are invited to join us in a celebration of learning When - Thursday 27th August beginning at 900am Where- School Hall The theme for Book Week this year is ldquoBooks light up our Worldrdquo Students are asked to think of a book that has a lot of meaning for them A book that ldquolights uprdquo their world A book that they would like to ldquoshine a spotlightrdquo on Then use this book to dress up for our Parade The costume should match the book so that the theme of the parade is truly authentic Our goal is to keep it simple and we certainly do not want parents to feel pressured or to go to any great expense When helping your child prepare for the parade please ensure that safe footwear is worn Covered shoes school shoes or joggers are a must ndash regardless of the costume Please consider costume difficulties and students that catch the bus
ParentTeacherStudent (3Way) Interviews
3Way interviews are an opportunity for parents to discuss their child‟s progress in conjunction with their child and teacher For parents new to our school the parentteacher interviews conducted in Term 3 are a little different to those conducted in Term 1 In Term 3 the interviews are held between students parent and teacher allowing students the opportunity to share their learnings with their parents The 3way interviews for Term 3 will be conducted on Tuesday 1st September 2015 (Week 8) Bookings via parent lounge will be available Wednesday 26th August 1100am and will close Friday 28th August 300pm Have a great week Deb Mallet Assistant Principal - Curriculum
SCHOOL FEES School fees for Term 3 are now OVERDUE
If you have not received your account please contact the office We would like to thank those families who have paid It would be appreciated if you have not finalised your account to attend to this matter as soon as possible If you are experiencing difficulties please contact Di on 4957 3355
CENTREPAY
St Joseph‟s is now registered to accept Centrepay deposits to help pay for school fees Centrepay is a free bill-paying service offered to customers receiving Centrelink payments Through Centrepay you can choose to pay bills by having a regular amount deducted from your payments and transferred electronically to the school at no extra cost to you Please call the office if you would like more information on this service
WOOLWORTHS EARN amp LEARN This year we will be participating in the Woolworths Earn amp Learn program Through this program we will be able to get new educational resources for our schoolearly learning centre ndash and all we need you to do is shop for your groceries at Woolworths From Wednesday 15th July to Tuesday 8th September we are collecting Woolworths Earn amp Learn Stickers You will get one Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor tobacco and gift cards) Place the Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker onto a Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker Sheet and when it‟s complete the Sticker Sheet can be dropped into the Collection Box here at the school or at your local Woolworths At the end of the promotion we‟ll be able to get some great new equipment The range is extensive and offers lots of items ideal for our students ndash including resources for Maths English Science and some fantastic fun supplies for Arts amp Craft Sport and for our library If you‟d like to know more visit woolworthscomauearnandlearn
TUCKSHOP NEWS ndash NO HOME BAKE OR TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS
REQUIRED DUE TO TUCKSHOP CLOSURE
TUCKSHOP ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19h August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
HOMEBAKE ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19th August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED The P and F are endeavouring to have the tuckshop opened in week 8 of this term To do this we are going to need some volunteers who are happy to donate a few hours of their time once a month on a Thursday or Friday or donate their time by providing homebake If you would like to offer some assistance in either of these areas of the tuckshop please give me a call If you were previously on the tuckshop roster and would like to continue helping out please give me a call Kindest Regards Nyomi Davidson 0404 057 678 Nyomidavidsonicloudcom
HOCKEY NEWS PRELIMINARY FINALS ndash 22082015 U11 GIRLS JoeysFrancisVic Park V Eimeo Road 800am Field 2 U13 BOYS HSC V Mercy Green 915am Turf U13 GIRLS (Division 1) HSC V MSHS 915am Field 1
NETBALL 13D St Joseph‟s Diamonds 800am Crt 6 13C St Joseph‟s Topaz 1145am Crt 1
We wish all our players the very best of luck as the edge closer to the Grand Finals
TOUCH
St Joseph‟s Tornados V Ultimate Touch 715pm Field 2
LIBRARY NEWS
Book Week ndash 22nd -28th August
The Children‟s Book Council of Australia is celebrating 70 years this year The theme for Book Week 2015 is bdquoBooks Light Up Our World‟ Each year during Book Week schools and public libraries all over Australia celebrate books and reading with a focus on Australian authors and illustrators Classroom teachers and librarians tell stories and offer activities and competitions relating to the theme to highlight literacy and the importance of reading Book Week Events at St Josephrsquos Friday 21 CBCA bdquoBook of the Year‟ winners announced Monday 24 Library display Winners of the bdquoLost Book Cover‟ and bdquoName that reader‟ Tuesday 25 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Wednesday 26 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Thursday 27 9am BOOK WEEK COSTUME PARADE (dress as your favourite book character)
bdquoReading picnic‟ on grassed areas with buddy classes
BOOK COVERING ndash We Need Your Help What a fantastic response to our book covering request We are half way through already which is fantastic However we still have a little way to go and would appreciate your continued support Our class readers are now almost done (thank you) however we still have a large number of curriculum resources and donated books to cover The library is looking for volunteers who may have an hour free once a week or once a month to assist with book covering The library will be open for book covering Monday to Thursday mornings between 830am to 10am and between 10am to 3pm by request For those who would like to help but haven‟t covered before with contact don‟t worry I am happy to show you how We also need people to do the job of cutting the contact to size
BOOK COVERING VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED YES I am able to assist in the library with book covering
Monday (Time______ am pm) Tuesday (Time______ am pm) Wednesday (Time______ am pm) Thursday (Time______ am pm) I am happy to take home a bag of books to cover
Name _____________________Contact Number _______________
Have a great week Ms Sheree Morrison - Library Co-Ordinator
The PampF will be holding a Father‟s Day stall for our students to purchase gifts The stall will be held on 1
st and 2
nd
September If you are able to volunteer to help man this stall please call Nyomi Davidson on 0404 057 678
COMMONWEALTH BANK STUDENT BANKING UPDATE ndash PLEASE READ Concerns have been raised regarding the bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ reward item due to the inclusion of four button batteries that can be accessed by unscrewing the back of the torch Whilst this reward has been independently tested and deemed to meet relevant product standards the Commonwealth Bank have made the decision to proactively withdraw this item from the School Banking Rewards Program ParentsGuardians are requested to dispose of any bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torches‟ their child may have already received as part of the Rewards Program Students who have previously received a bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ are welcome to redeem an alternative reward item
MUSICORP INSTRUMENTAL Our Musicorp instrumental music students have been working hard so far this term and are getting ready to perform soon Watch this space for more details regarding a performance date I am also very excited to let everyone know that I am also now offering Vocal Tuition as part of the Musicorp Instrumental Music Program at St Josephs With The Voice on TV at the moment and Australias Got Talent starting very soon it‟s a great time to start vocal lessons - all of those singers started somewhere For more details please come to see me on Wednesdays at 1045am in the Uniform Shop or if youd just like to start singing or playing an instrument as soon as you can please call the Musicorp Head Office on 1300 858 911
CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE ASSISTANCE
Conveyance Allowance is an assistance provided by the Department of Transport and main Roads to eligible parentsguardians who drive their students to school or to the route of a school bus There are several types of Conveyance Allowance available These are determined by the bus route and the type of school bus service (if any) provided in your area Application forms with further details are available by calling into the Translink Division of the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Nelson Street Mackay or by telephoning 4951 8673
IMPORTANT DATES
AUGUST 27 Book Week Characters Parade and Readers Picnic
SEPTEMBER
1 ParentTeacher Interviews 8 Combined Board and P and F Parent Cybersafety Workshop 6 - 730pm LITURGY NEWS 288 Mass PW amp 6‟s ndash 1200 49 First Friday Mass 6B 930am 78 Father‟s Day Liturgy 6GG 840am 119 Mass 2D amp 5H - 1200 189 840 1B Mercy Liturgy
ST JOSEPHrsquoS CATHOLIC PARISH OF NORTH MACKAY amp NORTHERN BEACHES SACRAMENTAL PROCESS 2015 2016
Preparation for the Sacraments of
Reconciliation (First Confession)
Confirmation
First Eucharist (First Holy Communion)
Ritual of Remembering Baptism at all masses on the weekend of 2223 August
Family Workshop 1 Baptism Confirmation 10am Sunday 30th August or Wednesday 7th September 7pm For further details contact Parish Office 4957 4855 Monday to Friday 900am ndash 1200pm PRAYERS FOR THE SICK We remember all those in our community who are unwell or recovering from illness especially Mrs Jo Kaddatz who is recovering from surgery Dear Lord bless all who are sick especially those in our school community May they experience in a special way the great love and concern Jesus has for them
CURRICULUM Book Week 2015 ndash Books Light Up Our World What a fantastic theme for Book Week this year Since 1945 the Children‟s Book Council of Australia (CBA) has hosted an annual Book Week to both honour and commend the contribution of Australian authors and illustrators In 2015 Children‟s Book Week runs from Saturday 22 August to Friday 28 August with the theme of Books Light up Our World Anyone familiar with children‟s and young adult literature is aware of the amazing talent authors have in engaging the minds and hearts of younger readers With their capacity to make the ordinary extraordinary and bring characters to life children‟s authors and books really do light our world With their ability to ignite our imaginations I could not agree more with the words of Australian children‟s author Susan Stephenson Books truly light up our world in so many different ways They shed light into dark places by bringing education to those who want it Books bring the world to life for us enabling us to travel to distant lands without leaving our homes and even venture into space
or fantasy worlds They empower us entertain us educate us and bring us closer to others Books help us to grow as human beings So take the time to discover books that will get your child fired up about reading We are all looking forward to our great dress up day next Thursday to celebrate Book Week 2015 Remember parents are most welcome to come along and watch the dress up parade at 9am in the school hall Our library is also looking particularly fabulous as Ms Morrison has set up a wonderful display of Books Light Up Our World Take the time next week to call in and have a look and use this as a vehicle to discuss with your own children what they may have been reading about in school and how it may light up our world
ST JOSEPHrsquoS CELEBRATES BOOK WEEK You are invited to join us in a celebration of learning When - Thursday 27th August beginning at 900am Where- School Hall The theme for Book Week this year is ldquoBooks light up our Worldrdquo Students are asked to think of a book that has a lot of meaning for them A book that ldquolights uprdquo their world A book that they would like to ldquoshine a spotlightrdquo on Then use this book to dress up for our Parade The costume should match the book so that the theme of the parade is truly authentic Our goal is to keep it simple and we certainly do not want parents to feel pressured or to go to any great expense When helping your child prepare for the parade please ensure that safe footwear is worn Covered shoes school shoes or joggers are a must ndash regardless of the costume Please consider costume difficulties and students that catch the bus
ParentTeacherStudent (3Way) Interviews
3Way interviews are an opportunity for parents to discuss their child‟s progress in conjunction with their child and teacher For parents new to our school the parentteacher interviews conducted in Term 3 are a little different to those conducted in Term 1 In Term 3 the interviews are held between students parent and teacher allowing students the opportunity to share their learnings with their parents The 3way interviews for Term 3 will be conducted on Tuesday 1st September 2015 (Week 8) Bookings via parent lounge will be available Wednesday 26th August 1100am and will close Friday 28th August 300pm Have a great week Deb Mallet Assistant Principal - Curriculum
SCHOOL FEES School fees for Term 3 are now OVERDUE
If you have not received your account please contact the office We would like to thank those families who have paid It would be appreciated if you have not finalised your account to attend to this matter as soon as possible If you are experiencing difficulties please contact Di on 4957 3355
CENTREPAY
St Joseph‟s is now registered to accept Centrepay deposits to help pay for school fees Centrepay is a free bill-paying service offered to customers receiving Centrelink payments Through Centrepay you can choose to pay bills by having a regular amount deducted from your payments and transferred electronically to the school at no extra cost to you Please call the office if you would like more information on this service
WOOLWORTHS EARN amp LEARN This year we will be participating in the Woolworths Earn amp Learn program Through this program we will be able to get new educational resources for our schoolearly learning centre ndash and all we need you to do is shop for your groceries at Woolworths From Wednesday 15th July to Tuesday 8th September we are collecting Woolworths Earn amp Learn Stickers You will get one Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor tobacco and gift cards) Place the Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker onto a Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker Sheet and when it‟s complete the Sticker Sheet can be dropped into the Collection Box here at the school or at your local Woolworths At the end of the promotion we‟ll be able to get some great new equipment The range is extensive and offers lots of items ideal for our students ndash including resources for Maths English Science and some fantastic fun supplies for Arts amp Craft Sport and for our library If you‟d like to know more visit woolworthscomauearnandlearn
TUCKSHOP NEWS ndash NO HOME BAKE OR TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS
REQUIRED DUE TO TUCKSHOP CLOSURE
TUCKSHOP ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19h August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
HOMEBAKE ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19th August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED The P and F are endeavouring to have the tuckshop opened in week 8 of this term To do this we are going to need some volunteers who are happy to donate a few hours of their time once a month on a Thursday or Friday or donate their time by providing homebake If you would like to offer some assistance in either of these areas of the tuckshop please give me a call If you were previously on the tuckshop roster and would like to continue helping out please give me a call Kindest Regards Nyomi Davidson 0404 057 678 Nyomidavidsonicloudcom
HOCKEY NEWS PRELIMINARY FINALS ndash 22082015 U11 GIRLS JoeysFrancisVic Park V Eimeo Road 800am Field 2 U13 BOYS HSC V Mercy Green 915am Turf U13 GIRLS (Division 1) HSC V MSHS 915am Field 1
NETBALL 13D St Joseph‟s Diamonds 800am Crt 6 13C St Joseph‟s Topaz 1145am Crt 1
We wish all our players the very best of luck as the edge closer to the Grand Finals
TOUCH
St Joseph‟s Tornados V Ultimate Touch 715pm Field 2
LIBRARY NEWS
Book Week ndash 22nd -28th August
The Children‟s Book Council of Australia is celebrating 70 years this year The theme for Book Week 2015 is bdquoBooks Light Up Our World‟ Each year during Book Week schools and public libraries all over Australia celebrate books and reading with a focus on Australian authors and illustrators Classroom teachers and librarians tell stories and offer activities and competitions relating to the theme to highlight literacy and the importance of reading Book Week Events at St Josephrsquos Friday 21 CBCA bdquoBook of the Year‟ winners announced Monday 24 Library display Winners of the bdquoLost Book Cover‟ and bdquoName that reader‟ Tuesday 25 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Wednesday 26 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Thursday 27 9am BOOK WEEK COSTUME PARADE (dress as your favourite book character)
bdquoReading picnic‟ on grassed areas with buddy classes
BOOK COVERING ndash We Need Your Help What a fantastic response to our book covering request We are half way through already which is fantastic However we still have a little way to go and would appreciate your continued support Our class readers are now almost done (thank you) however we still have a large number of curriculum resources and donated books to cover The library is looking for volunteers who may have an hour free once a week or once a month to assist with book covering The library will be open for book covering Monday to Thursday mornings between 830am to 10am and between 10am to 3pm by request For those who would like to help but haven‟t covered before with contact don‟t worry I am happy to show you how We also need people to do the job of cutting the contact to size
BOOK COVERING VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED YES I am able to assist in the library with book covering
Monday (Time______ am pm) Tuesday (Time______ am pm) Wednesday (Time______ am pm) Thursday (Time______ am pm) I am happy to take home a bag of books to cover
Name _____________________Contact Number _______________
Have a great week Ms Sheree Morrison - Library Co-Ordinator
The PampF will be holding a Father‟s Day stall for our students to purchase gifts The stall will be held on 1
st and 2
nd
September If you are able to volunteer to help man this stall please call Nyomi Davidson on 0404 057 678
COMMONWEALTH BANK STUDENT BANKING UPDATE ndash PLEASE READ Concerns have been raised regarding the bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ reward item due to the inclusion of four button batteries that can be accessed by unscrewing the back of the torch Whilst this reward has been independently tested and deemed to meet relevant product standards the Commonwealth Bank have made the decision to proactively withdraw this item from the School Banking Rewards Program ParentsGuardians are requested to dispose of any bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torches‟ their child may have already received as part of the Rewards Program Students who have previously received a bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ are welcome to redeem an alternative reward item
MUSICORP INSTRUMENTAL Our Musicorp instrumental music students have been working hard so far this term and are getting ready to perform soon Watch this space for more details regarding a performance date I am also very excited to let everyone know that I am also now offering Vocal Tuition as part of the Musicorp Instrumental Music Program at St Josephs With The Voice on TV at the moment and Australias Got Talent starting very soon it‟s a great time to start vocal lessons - all of those singers started somewhere For more details please come to see me on Wednesdays at 1045am in the Uniform Shop or if youd just like to start singing or playing an instrument as soon as you can please call the Musicorp Head Office on 1300 858 911
CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE ASSISTANCE
Conveyance Allowance is an assistance provided by the Department of Transport and main Roads to eligible parentsguardians who drive their students to school or to the route of a school bus There are several types of Conveyance Allowance available These are determined by the bus route and the type of school bus service (if any) provided in your area Application forms with further details are available by calling into the Translink Division of the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Nelson Street Mackay or by telephoning 4951 8673
or fantasy worlds They empower us entertain us educate us and bring us closer to others Books help us to grow as human beings So take the time to discover books that will get your child fired up about reading We are all looking forward to our great dress up day next Thursday to celebrate Book Week 2015 Remember parents are most welcome to come along and watch the dress up parade at 9am in the school hall Our library is also looking particularly fabulous as Ms Morrison has set up a wonderful display of Books Light Up Our World Take the time next week to call in and have a look and use this as a vehicle to discuss with your own children what they may have been reading about in school and how it may light up our world
ST JOSEPHrsquoS CELEBRATES BOOK WEEK You are invited to join us in a celebration of learning When - Thursday 27th August beginning at 900am Where- School Hall The theme for Book Week this year is ldquoBooks light up our Worldrdquo Students are asked to think of a book that has a lot of meaning for them A book that ldquolights uprdquo their world A book that they would like to ldquoshine a spotlightrdquo on Then use this book to dress up for our Parade The costume should match the book so that the theme of the parade is truly authentic Our goal is to keep it simple and we certainly do not want parents to feel pressured or to go to any great expense When helping your child prepare for the parade please ensure that safe footwear is worn Covered shoes school shoes or joggers are a must ndash regardless of the costume Please consider costume difficulties and students that catch the bus
ParentTeacherStudent (3Way) Interviews
3Way interviews are an opportunity for parents to discuss their child‟s progress in conjunction with their child and teacher For parents new to our school the parentteacher interviews conducted in Term 3 are a little different to those conducted in Term 1 In Term 3 the interviews are held between students parent and teacher allowing students the opportunity to share their learnings with their parents The 3way interviews for Term 3 will be conducted on Tuesday 1st September 2015 (Week 8) Bookings via parent lounge will be available Wednesday 26th August 1100am and will close Friday 28th August 300pm Have a great week Deb Mallet Assistant Principal - Curriculum
SCHOOL FEES School fees for Term 3 are now OVERDUE
If you have not received your account please contact the office We would like to thank those families who have paid It would be appreciated if you have not finalised your account to attend to this matter as soon as possible If you are experiencing difficulties please contact Di on 4957 3355
CENTREPAY
St Joseph‟s is now registered to accept Centrepay deposits to help pay for school fees Centrepay is a free bill-paying service offered to customers receiving Centrelink payments Through Centrepay you can choose to pay bills by having a regular amount deducted from your payments and transferred electronically to the school at no extra cost to you Please call the office if you would like more information on this service
WOOLWORTHS EARN amp LEARN This year we will be participating in the Woolworths Earn amp Learn program Through this program we will be able to get new educational resources for our schoolearly learning centre ndash and all we need you to do is shop for your groceries at Woolworths From Wednesday 15th July to Tuesday 8th September we are collecting Woolworths Earn amp Learn Stickers You will get one Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor tobacco and gift cards) Place the Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker onto a Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker Sheet and when it‟s complete the Sticker Sheet can be dropped into the Collection Box here at the school or at your local Woolworths At the end of the promotion we‟ll be able to get some great new equipment The range is extensive and offers lots of items ideal for our students ndash including resources for Maths English Science and some fantastic fun supplies for Arts amp Craft Sport and for our library If you‟d like to know more visit woolworthscomauearnandlearn
TUCKSHOP NEWS ndash NO HOME BAKE OR TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS
REQUIRED DUE TO TUCKSHOP CLOSURE
TUCKSHOP ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19h August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
HOMEBAKE ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19th August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED The P and F are endeavouring to have the tuckshop opened in week 8 of this term To do this we are going to need some volunteers who are happy to donate a few hours of their time once a month on a Thursday or Friday or donate their time by providing homebake If you would like to offer some assistance in either of these areas of the tuckshop please give me a call If you were previously on the tuckshop roster and would like to continue helping out please give me a call Kindest Regards Nyomi Davidson 0404 057 678 Nyomidavidsonicloudcom
HOCKEY NEWS PRELIMINARY FINALS ndash 22082015 U11 GIRLS JoeysFrancisVic Park V Eimeo Road 800am Field 2 U13 BOYS HSC V Mercy Green 915am Turf U13 GIRLS (Division 1) HSC V MSHS 915am Field 1
NETBALL 13D St Joseph‟s Diamonds 800am Crt 6 13C St Joseph‟s Topaz 1145am Crt 1
We wish all our players the very best of luck as the edge closer to the Grand Finals
TOUCH
St Joseph‟s Tornados V Ultimate Touch 715pm Field 2
LIBRARY NEWS
Book Week ndash 22nd -28th August
The Children‟s Book Council of Australia is celebrating 70 years this year The theme for Book Week 2015 is bdquoBooks Light Up Our World‟ Each year during Book Week schools and public libraries all over Australia celebrate books and reading with a focus on Australian authors and illustrators Classroom teachers and librarians tell stories and offer activities and competitions relating to the theme to highlight literacy and the importance of reading Book Week Events at St Josephrsquos Friday 21 CBCA bdquoBook of the Year‟ winners announced Monday 24 Library display Winners of the bdquoLost Book Cover‟ and bdquoName that reader‟ Tuesday 25 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Wednesday 26 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Thursday 27 9am BOOK WEEK COSTUME PARADE (dress as your favourite book character)
bdquoReading picnic‟ on grassed areas with buddy classes
BOOK COVERING ndash We Need Your Help What a fantastic response to our book covering request We are half way through already which is fantastic However we still have a little way to go and would appreciate your continued support Our class readers are now almost done (thank you) however we still have a large number of curriculum resources and donated books to cover The library is looking for volunteers who may have an hour free once a week or once a month to assist with book covering The library will be open for book covering Monday to Thursday mornings between 830am to 10am and between 10am to 3pm by request For those who would like to help but haven‟t covered before with contact don‟t worry I am happy to show you how We also need people to do the job of cutting the contact to size
BOOK COVERING VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED YES I am able to assist in the library with book covering
Monday (Time______ am pm) Tuesday (Time______ am pm) Wednesday (Time______ am pm) Thursday (Time______ am pm) I am happy to take home a bag of books to cover
Name _____________________Contact Number _______________
Have a great week Ms Sheree Morrison - Library Co-Ordinator
The PampF will be holding a Father‟s Day stall for our students to purchase gifts The stall will be held on 1
st and 2
nd
September If you are able to volunteer to help man this stall please call Nyomi Davidson on 0404 057 678
COMMONWEALTH BANK STUDENT BANKING UPDATE ndash PLEASE READ Concerns have been raised regarding the bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ reward item due to the inclusion of four button batteries that can be accessed by unscrewing the back of the torch Whilst this reward has been independently tested and deemed to meet relevant product standards the Commonwealth Bank have made the decision to proactively withdraw this item from the School Banking Rewards Program ParentsGuardians are requested to dispose of any bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torches‟ their child may have already received as part of the Rewards Program Students who have previously received a bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ are welcome to redeem an alternative reward item
MUSICORP INSTRUMENTAL Our Musicorp instrumental music students have been working hard so far this term and are getting ready to perform soon Watch this space for more details regarding a performance date I am also very excited to let everyone know that I am also now offering Vocal Tuition as part of the Musicorp Instrumental Music Program at St Josephs With The Voice on TV at the moment and Australias Got Talent starting very soon it‟s a great time to start vocal lessons - all of those singers started somewhere For more details please come to see me on Wednesdays at 1045am in the Uniform Shop or if youd just like to start singing or playing an instrument as soon as you can please call the Musicorp Head Office on 1300 858 911
CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE ASSISTANCE
Conveyance Allowance is an assistance provided by the Department of Transport and main Roads to eligible parentsguardians who drive their students to school or to the route of a school bus There are several types of Conveyance Allowance available These are determined by the bus route and the type of school bus service (if any) provided in your area Application forms with further details are available by calling into the Translink Division of the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Nelson Street Mackay or by telephoning 4951 8673
WOOLWORTHS EARN amp LEARN This year we will be participating in the Woolworths Earn amp Learn program Through this program we will be able to get new educational resources for our schoolearly learning centre ndash and all we need you to do is shop for your groceries at Woolworths From Wednesday 15th July to Tuesday 8th September we are collecting Woolworths Earn amp Learn Stickers You will get one Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor tobacco and gift cards) Place the Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker onto a Woolworths Earn amp Learn Sticker Sheet and when it‟s complete the Sticker Sheet can be dropped into the Collection Box here at the school or at your local Woolworths At the end of the promotion we‟ll be able to get some great new equipment The range is extensive and offers lots of items ideal for our students ndash including resources for Maths English Science and some fantastic fun supplies for Arts amp Craft Sport and for our library If you‟d like to know more visit woolworthscomauearnandlearn
TUCKSHOP NEWS ndash NO HOME BAKE OR TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS
REQUIRED DUE TO TUCKSHOP CLOSURE
TUCKSHOP ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19h August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
HOMEBAKE ROSTER
Mon 17th August NOT REQUIRED
Wed 19th August NOT REQUIRED
Friday 21st August NOT REQUIRED
TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED The P and F are endeavouring to have the tuckshop opened in week 8 of this term To do this we are going to need some volunteers who are happy to donate a few hours of their time once a month on a Thursday or Friday or donate their time by providing homebake If you would like to offer some assistance in either of these areas of the tuckshop please give me a call If you were previously on the tuckshop roster and would like to continue helping out please give me a call Kindest Regards Nyomi Davidson 0404 057 678 Nyomidavidsonicloudcom
HOCKEY NEWS PRELIMINARY FINALS ndash 22082015 U11 GIRLS JoeysFrancisVic Park V Eimeo Road 800am Field 2 U13 BOYS HSC V Mercy Green 915am Turf U13 GIRLS (Division 1) HSC V MSHS 915am Field 1
NETBALL 13D St Joseph‟s Diamonds 800am Crt 6 13C St Joseph‟s Topaz 1145am Crt 1
We wish all our players the very best of luck as the edge closer to the Grand Finals
TOUCH
St Joseph‟s Tornados V Ultimate Touch 715pm Field 2
LIBRARY NEWS
Book Week ndash 22nd -28th August
The Children‟s Book Council of Australia is celebrating 70 years this year The theme for Book Week 2015 is bdquoBooks Light Up Our World‟ Each year during Book Week schools and public libraries all over Australia celebrate books and reading with a focus on Australian authors and illustrators Classroom teachers and librarians tell stories and offer activities and competitions relating to the theme to highlight literacy and the importance of reading Book Week Events at St Josephrsquos Friday 21 CBCA bdquoBook of the Year‟ winners announced Monday 24 Library display Winners of the bdquoLost Book Cover‟ and bdquoName that reader‟ Tuesday 25 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Wednesday 26 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Thursday 27 9am BOOK WEEK COSTUME PARADE (dress as your favourite book character)
bdquoReading picnic‟ on grassed areas with buddy classes
BOOK COVERING ndash We Need Your Help What a fantastic response to our book covering request We are half way through already which is fantastic However we still have a little way to go and would appreciate your continued support Our class readers are now almost done (thank you) however we still have a large number of curriculum resources and donated books to cover The library is looking for volunteers who may have an hour free once a week or once a month to assist with book covering The library will be open for book covering Monday to Thursday mornings between 830am to 10am and between 10am to 3pm by request For those who would like to help but haven‟t covered before with contact don‟t worry I am happy to show you how We also need people to do the job of cutting the contact to size
BOOK COVERING VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED YES I am able to assist in the library with book covering
Monday (Time______ am pm) Tuesday (Time______ am pm) Wednesday (Time______ am pm) Thursday (Time______ am pm) I am happy to take home a bag of books to cover
Name _____________________Contact Number _______________
Have a great week Ms Sheree Morrison - Library Co-Ordinator
The PampF will be holding a Father‟s Day stall for our students to purchase gifts The stall will be held on 1
st and 2
nd
September If you are able to volunteer to help man this stall please call Nyomi Davidson on 0404 057 678
COMMONWEALTH BANK STUDENT BANKING UPDATE ndash PLEASE READ Concerns have been raised regarding the bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ reward item due to the inclusion of four button batteries that can be accessed by unscrewing the back of the torch Whilst this reward has been independently tested and deemed to meet relevant product standards the Commonwealth Bank have made the decision to proactively withdraw this item from the School Banking Rewards Program ParentsGuardians are requested to dispose of any bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torches‟ their child may have already received as part of the Rewards Program Students who have previously received a bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ are welcome to redeem an alternative reward item
MUSICORP INSTRUMENTAL Our Musicorp instrumental music students have been working hard so far this term and are getting ready to perform soon Watch this space for more details regarding a performance date I am also very excited to let everyone know that I am also now offering Vocal Tuition as part of the Musicorp Instrumental Music Program at St Josephs With The Voice on TV at the moment and Australias Got Talent starting very soon it‟s a great time to start vocal lessons - all of those singers started somewhere For more details please come to see me on Wednesdays at 1045am in the Uniform Shop or if youd just like to start singing or playing an instrument as soon as you can please call the Musicorp Head Office on 1300 858 911
CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE ASSISTANCE
Conveyance Allowance is an assistance provided by the Department of Transport and main Roads to eligible parentsguardians who drive their students to school or to the route of a school bus There are several types of Conveyance Allowance available These are determined by the bus route and the type of school bus service (if any) provided in your area Application forms with further details are available by calling into the Translink Division of the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Nelson Street Mackay or by telephoning 4951 8673
NETBALL 13D St Joseph‟s Diamonds 800am Crt 6 13C St Joseph‟s Topaz 1145am Crt 1
We wish all our players the very best of luck as the edge closer to the Grand Finals
TOUCH
St Joseph‟s Tornados V Ultimate Touch 715pm Field 2
LIBRARY NEWS
Book Week ndash 22nd -28th August
The Children‟s Book Council of Australia is celebrating 70 years this year The theme for Book Week 2015 is bdquoBooks Light Up Our World‟ Each year during Book Week schools and public libraries all over Australia celebrate books and reading with a focus on Australian authors and illustrators Classroom teachers and librarians tell stories and offer activities and competitions relating to the theme to highlight literacy and the importance of reading Book Week Events at St Josephrsquos Friday 21 CBCA bdquoBook of the Year‟ winners announced Monday 24 Library display Winners of the bdquoLost Book Cover‟ and bdquoName that reader‟ Tuesday 25 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Wednesday 26 Classes reading CBCA shortlisted titles during library time Thursday 27 9am BOOK WEEK COSTUME PARADE (dress as your favourite book character)
bdquoReading picnic‟ on grassed areas with buddy classes
BOOK COVERING ndash We Need Your Help What a fantastic response to our book covering request We are half way through already which is fantastic However we still have a little way to go and would appreciate your continued support Our class readers are now almost done (thank you) however we still have a large number of curriculum resources and donated books to cover The library is looking for volunteers who may have an hour free once a week or once a month to assist with book covering The library will be open for book covering Monday to Thursday mornings between 830am to 10am and between 10am to 3pm by request For those who would like to help but haven‟t covered before with contact don‟t worry I am happy to show you how We also need people to do the job of cutting the contact to size
BOOK COVERING VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED YES I am able to assist in the library with book covering
Monday (Time______ am pm) Tuesday (Time______ am pm) Wednesday (Time______ am pm) Thursday (Time______ am pm) I am happy to take home a bag of books to cover
Name _____________________Contact Number _______________
Have a great week Ms Sheree Morrison - Library Co-Ordinator
The PampF will be holding a Father‟s Day stall for our students to purchase gifts The stall will be held on 1
st and 2
nd
September If you are able to volunteer to help man this stall please call Nyomi Davidson on 0404 057 678
COMMONWEALTH BANK STUDENT BANKING UPDATE ndash PLEASE READ Concerns have been raised regarding the bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ reward item due to the inclusion of four button batteries that can be accessed by unscrewing the back of the torch Whilst this reward has been independently tested and deemed to meet relevant product standards the Commonwealth Bank have made the decision to proactively withdraw this item from the School Banking Rewards Program ParentsGuardians are requested to dispose of any bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torches‟ their child may have already received as part of the Rewards Program Students who have previously received a bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ are welcome to redeem an alternative reward item
MUSICORP INSTRUMENTAL Our Musicorp instrumental music students have been working hard so far this term and are getting ready to perform soon Watch this space for more details regarding a performance date I am also very excited to let everyone know that I am also now offering Vocal Tuition as part of the Musicorp Instrumental Music Program at St Josephs With The Voice on TV at the moment and Australias Got Talent starting very soon it‟s a great time to start vocal lessons - all of those singers started somewhere For more details please come to see me on Wednesdays at 1045am in the Uniform Shop or if youd just like to start singing or playing an instrument as soon as you can please call the Musicorp Head Office on 1300 858 911
CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE ASSISTANCE
Conveyance Allowance is an assistance provided by the Department of Transport and main Roads to eligible parentsguardians who drive their students to school or to the route of a school bus There are several types of Conveyance Allowance available These are determined by the bus route and the type of school bus service (if any) provided in your area Application forms with further details are available by calling into the Translink Division of the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Nelson Street Mackay or by telephoning 4951 8673
The PampF will be holding a Father‟s Day stall for our students to purchase gifts The stall will be held on 1
st and 2
nd
September If you are able to volunteer to help man this stall please call Nyomi Davidson on 0404 057 678
COMMONWEALTH BANK STUDENT BANKING UPDATE ndash PLEASE READ Concerns have been raised regarding the bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ reward item due to the inclusion of four button batteries that can be accessed by unscrewing the back of the torch Whilst this reward has been independently tested and deemed to meet relevant product standards the Commonwealth Bank have made the decision to proactively withdraw this item from the School Banking Rewards Program ParentsGuardians are requested to dispose of any bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torches‟ their child may have already received as part of the Rewards Program Students who have previously received a bdquoCosmic Light Beam Torch‟ are welcome to redeem an alternative reward item
MUSICORP INSTRUMENTAL Our Musicorp instrumental music students have been working hard so far this term and are getting ready to perform soon Watch this space for more details regarding a performance date I am also very excited to let everyone know that I am also now offering Vocal Tuition as part of the Musicorp Instrumental Music Program at St Josephs With The Voice on TV at the moment and Australias Got Talent starting very soon it‟s a great time to start vocal lessons - all of those singers started somewhere For more details please come to see me on Wednesdays at 1045am in the Uniform Shop or if youd just like to start singing or playing an instrument as soon as you can please call the Musicorp Head Office on 1300 858 911
CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE ASSISTANCE
Conveyance Allowance is an assistance provided by the Department of Transport and main Roads to eligible parentsguardians who drive their students to school or to the route of a school bus There are several types of Conveyance Allowance available These are determined by the bus route and the type of school bus service (if any) provided in your area Application forms with further details are available by calling into the Translink Division of the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Nelson Street Mackay or by telephoning 4951 8673
