7 Randolph Street,GRACEVILLE,QLD,4075,Australia Phone: 3379 7872

Website: http://www.ctk.qld.edu.au

Email: pgraceville@bne.catholic.edu.au Term 3 – Week 6

From The APRE

Mary MacKillop Mass

On Monday, four of our students, Emma Kidd, Katelyn Avey, Dom Hourigan and Elizabeth Wilkins joined a choir of 250 students to sing at the Mary McKillop Mass at St Stephen’s Cathedral.

It was an uplifting and inspiring mass. Our students participated with enthusiasm and vigour and remarked how much they enjoyed the experience.

Managing Anger

Managing anger is the biggest emotional issue that most children face. Boys, in particular, can have problems handling anger.

Currently, our community is undecided about how to handle anger. In fact, anger is discouraged as we see no place for it in homes, schools or the community. 'People in a civil society don’t get angry' seems to be the conventional wisdom so we bottle it up rather than express it healthily. The trouble is anger handled in this way simmers away making a person unhappy and depressed or it bursts forth in awful, uncontrolled ways.

Parent educator Michael Grose lists five ways of helping boys and girls to manage anger in healthy ways:

1.Recognise it. The first step is to help kids recognise that they are angry. What are the signs? What are they thinking? We are all different but tension in the shoulders, restricted breathing and clenched teeth are common signs of anger.

2.Name it. Developing a vocabulary around anger is important. The more nuanced kids' language is, the better. Annoyed, angry and enraged are very different emotions but are often described as the same.

3.Choose it. Help children recognise that they have a choice to stay in control or lose control when they get angry.

4.Say it. Encouraging children to express how they feel is okay unless no one is hurt. The use of 'I Statements' is one way of letting others know how they feel. “I feel really mad when you say nasty things about me...” is one way of being heard.

5. Shift it. Help children shift their anger to a more pleasant and less energised place. Kids can shift their moods by modifying their thinking or altering their physiology. They may go for a run, play a physical game or pour their anger into a protest letter to let their frustrations out.

Instrumental Music Lessons/Choir

Is your child looking for a new fun, creative and rewarding activity in 2016? DDJ Performing Arts provides instrumental music tuition to Prep - Year 6 students at Christ the King with group lessons starting at only $17.95 per weekly half hour lesson. Let your child discover the joys of music, starting with a free, no-obligation first trial lesson. Contact DDJ on 0424 249 299 or email info@ddjperfomingarts.com for more information.

Around CTK

Sickness Abounds

We have a large number of staff away with sickness over the last week. Trudy has been away since last Friday due to sickness and hopes to return to school by next Monday August 29. Mr Marsh will act as Principal for this week so please direct any enquiries to him. Please keep Trudy and all our staff in your prayers.

Chicken Pox

We received news today of a student at our school diagnosed with chicken pox. The following information may be of help-: WHAT IS CHICKEN POX? Chicken pox is spread when an infected person talks, breathes, coughs or sneezes tiny particles containing infectious agents into the air. Symptoms of chicken pox may include: * Slight fever and cold-like symptoms, followed by a rash (see image).

* A rash appears as blisters which crust to form scabs and is usually itchy. * Crops of blisters may appear over several days and various stages of blisters may be present. The rash is usually more noticeable on the trunk than on the limbs. Should your child present with symptoms, contact your local doctor.

Reports of measels at nearby school

You may have noticed the recent news stories on national television about the reports of measles at a nearby school. Here is some information which may be of benefit. Measles, or rubeola, is a viral infection of the respiratory system. It is a very contagious disease that can spread through contact with infected mucus and saliva. An infected person can release the infection into the air when they cough or sneeze. Symptoms of measles generally appear within 14 days of exposure to the virus. Symptoms include: •cough •fever •red eyes •light sensitivity •muscle aches •runny nose •sore throat •white spots inside the mouth

Successful Athletics Carnival

We were blessed with two beautiful days last week for the annual athletics carnivals. Our long distance runners and junior athletes participated enthusiastically on Tuesday amid passionate cheering and clapping. Our senior athletes backed up again on Friday with field events, sprints, ball games and relays. The final event of the day, a combined relay including every child from Years 2 - 6 is always fun to watch.

Good Sportsmanship

I received great feedback from students and parents about the good sportsmanship shown by all competitors. That’s something we encourage and value rather than the win at all cost attitude. I have seen athletics days go askew due to unsavoury comments and sledging but our carnival was one of fun and participation. I particularly applaud those students who know they have little chance of placing but still compete with a smile on their face and a skip in their running. They are champions for the way they participate with spirit and goodwill.

Winning Team

The Red House comprehensively won the carnival this year with Blue House and Yellow House having a close battle for second place.

RED 1951 points

GOLD 1586 points

BLUE 1563 points

Thank you Helpers

A big thank you to Mrs Fannin, Mrs Halpin, Mrs Smithwick, staff and parents for their help with the carnival. Successful carnivals occur because of the generous assistance given by helpers.

Early Years Athletics Carnival What a wonderful experience watching our Prep and Year One students running, jumping and playing ball games

at the park. The spirit was amazing, the atmosphere electric and the fun evident. Thanks to all teachers, students

and parents who participated so enthusiastically in the carnival

Interschool Sport

Interschool sport commences on Friday August 26. The boys will be playing cricket while the girls will compete in softball. UQ sport have identified six benefits to playing sport. 1)CAMARADERIE - Joining a sports team gives kids a sense of belonging and the opportunity to make new friends. 2) LEARNING TO LOSE - And learning to do it graciously. 3) SELF ESTEEM - Many studies suggest that sport and other physical activities can contribute to the development of self-esteem in kids. 4) DEDICATION – The discipline of training and the commitment it takes to pursue a sport is a trait transferrable to many other aspects of life. 5) WORKING TOGETHER - Communication is key and learning to be part of a team is synonymous with learning to value the effectiveness of teamwork. 6) RESILIENCE - Sport is about bouncing back, and learning from mistakes. The earlier kids can learn these skills, the better.

CTK Science Week

Next week CTK will be celebrating Science Week.

On Monday August 22, Street Science will be presenting a mind

blowing journey of scientific discovery. Fireballs, Liquid Nitrogen

and a 4FT Robot promises to live up to its title with a range of

exhilarating science demonstrations exploring fantastic fire,

super cool chemistry and a real robot!

On Wednesday the Science fun continues with whole school

science rotations. Building on the success of our Maths festival,

students will be grouped across year levels and will participate in

a range of hands on science activities with a variety of teachers.

It promises to be a great interactive day with loads of shared

learning experiences.

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Drones Droids and Robots

Library News

Harry Potter Quiz

Congratulations to our winners of the 2016 Harry Potter Quiz. This year the questions were quite challenging and suitable for the true Harry Potter fan! The winners were: 1st Place Tarah Hayes 2nd Place Dominic Fitzgerald 3rd Place Hamish Thorn and Joseph Beck Well done to all participants in the quiz for having a go. It’s all in the spirit of fun.

Author Visit

Today we welcomed author Tristan Bancks to the school. Tristan ran workshops for the students in years 3 to 6 and had them captivated and entertained. His recall on his reasons he began writing had us all in fits of laughter, but prompted children to pick up their pencils and write. He was very inspirational speaker for children and I’m sure his books will be flying off the library shelves.

Book Week

The theme for Book Week this year is Australia: Story Country. This conjures up many images of the way stories are passed on through generations – from Dreamtime stories to nursery rhymes and anecdotal musings of family tales and mishaps. The current library display is designed to make us think about the wonderful authors, illustrators and literature Australia has to offer.

The annual Book Week parade will commence at 8:30am on Friday September 2. This year, in addition to a shorter parade, we will share some Australian literature in our Pastoral Care groups. I would like to invite parents to become storytellers in our groups and share some Australian literature I will have prepared for you. If you are keen to participate in this, please email me ismithwick@bne.catholic.edu.au and I will contact you with further details.

Found

A small pair of silver earrings were found in the pick area in Addison Road. Please see Christine, Bernadette or Helen in the office.

School Banking

Don’t forget that Tuesday is School Banking day and students should bring in their weekly deposit.

A successful bank account opening session was held at the school last week. Welcome to the students who are new to school banking.

If you missed the account opening session and are interested in opening a Commonwealth Bank Youthsaver account for your child, you can open an account at any branch. All you need to bring is your current identification as well as your child’s birth certificate. Alternatively, if you are an existing Commonwealth Bank customer and have NetBank, you can open an account for your child online.

If your child has an existing Commonwealth Bank Youthsaver account they can start school banking straight away. They just need to bring their deposit on School Banking day using their Dollarmites deposit wallet.

If you would like to know more about the School Banking program, please ask for a 2016 School Banking program parent pack from the school office.

Thank you for supporting the School Banking program at Christ the King.

KymGunn (School Banking Volunteer)

Uniform Shop

Uniform shop is still operating the online orders through Schools 24. All online orders will be delivered to your child's classroom within 24 business hours.

Please follow the link

www.schools24.net.au

Kind regards Debbie & Kerry

Free Dental Treatment

Metro South Oral Health provides free dental treatment to all school students up to Year 10. As well as to those 0-4yr olds, and Year 11 &12 students who hold a Health Care Card or receive the Child Dental Benefits Scheme. Call 1300 300 850 to book an appointment at a clinic near you.

Happy Birthday

Riley Harden and Emma Reardon 18.8; Lucy Quin and Ari Selles 20.8; Grace Bamford 22.8.

Community News

Staverton Kindgarten

Staverton Kindergarten has places available for age appropriate children for 2017 (children born 1/7/12 to 30/6/13). Please call 3379 1511 or visit our website www.staverton.com.au for further information.

Costa at Corinda SHS

Origami Dojo

Macgregor Highland Dancing

For those students who want to learn to dance but wish to try something a little different! Come along to our Highland Dancing classes. It's suitable for both boys and girls of any age. No previous dancing experience required. Higher level classes for those that already learn a different style of dance.

It's an excellent way to keep fit. Exams, stage performances and competitions are all offered. Or just simply learn for fun.

Traditional outfits can be hired from the studio. Special offer of two free lessons. Invite all of your friends to join in as you experience something energetic, athletic and dynamic. Learn to dance over the Swords or perform an Irish Jig or Sailors Hornpipe. Classes available at Sunnybank Hills. $12 each. Phone 0401371724 or email petrea_doherty@hotmail.com for more information.

Graceville Station accessibility upgrade - Thursday August 18 2016