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VISION STATEMENT

St John’s Primary School strives to foster a community of faith that is centred on the teachings of Christ, where

love and concern develops the whole child, empowering each individual to realize his/her potential.

Term 2 Week 2 28th April, 2015

ST JOHNS PRIMARY SCHOOL NEWSLETTER

www.stjohnsprimarydubbo.catholic.edu.au

138 Sheraton Road

P.O. Box 4914

S C H O O L M A N A G E R F a t h e r G r eg Ken n ed y

S C H O O L C H A P L A I N F a t h e r G r eg Ken n ed y

P R I N C I P A L - M r . A n t h on y O ’ L e a r y

A S S I S T A N T P R I N C I P A L M r . A d am F o l e y

R E C – M r . D a v i d S c h w ag e r

PRIMARY COORDINATOR

Mrs. Angela Benton TEACHING STAFF:

KINDERGARTEN Mrs. Carmen Gain Mrs. Karyn King / Mrs. Sarah Davis

Mrs. Maria Brice

YEAR 1

Mrs. Kim English/Mrs. Paula Clifford Miss Louise Lindsay

YEAR 2 Mrs. Gabrielle Jones/Mr. David Schwager

Mrs. Michelle Noonan

YEAR 3

Miss Anna Veech Mrs. Angela Benton/Mrs. Amanda Shields

YEAR 4 Mrs. Judith Gibson/Mrs. Aimee Rose

Ms. Carmel Reidy/Mrs. Paula Clifford

YEAR 5

Miss Emma Bolton Mrs. Katrina Isbester/Mrs. Teagan Hoper

YEAR 6 Miss Maddie Redden

Mrs. Mickaela Wright

TEACHER’S AIDES:

Mrs. Bronwyn Harper, Mrs. Lucy Sissian, Mrs. Maricon Amoranto, Mrs. Tracey Duncan, Mrs Belinda Montague,

Mr. Trevor Thomas, LIBRARIAN: Mrs. Maree Williams

SPECIAL EDUCATION: Mrs. Patricia Toohey

Mrs. Deanna Swanson

ABORIGINAL EDUCATION

WORKER: Mrs. Mylisa Smith

CREATIVE ARTS: Mrs. Maggie Dunn

SCHOOL SECRETARY: Mrs. Margo Green

CANTEEN MANAGER: Mrs. Cathy Dries

GENERAL HAND : Mr. Mark Bradford CLEANER:

Mrs. Kerry Iverach P&F MEETINGS: 3rd Tuesday every month

PARENTS/GUARDIANS Please note that photographs of students may be used in this publica-tion. Please advise the School if you do not approve of your child’s photo being used.

From the Principal’s desk… Dear Parents,

Welcome to Week 2. My theme for this week is one of thanksgiving. Last week we witnessed the

outpouring of gratitude as we remembered all who served our nation as we paused for ANZAC

Day. I am so pleased with the attendance of our students, parents and staff who represented our

school at the Dubbo March. It was uplifting to see so many people coming together to show a deep

respect for our armed services. A special note of thanks must go to Mr. Schwager who coordinated

our ANZAC Day participation.

4th Sunday of Easter | Year B John 10:11-18

Jesus said: ‘I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd is one who lays down his life for his sheep.

The hired man, since he is not the shepherd and the sheep do not belong to him, abandons the

sheep and runs away as soon as he sees a wolf coming, and

then the wolf attacks and scatters the sheep; this is because he

is only a hired man and has no concern for the sheep. I am the

good shepherd; I know my own and my own know me, just as

the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I lay down my

life for my sheep. And there are other sheep I have that are not

of this fold, and these I have to lead as well. They too will listen to my voice, and there will be only

one flock and one shepherd. The Father loves me, because I lay down my life in order to take it up

again. No one takes it from me; I lay it down of my own free will, and as it is in my power to lay it

down, so it is in my power to take it up again; and this is the command I have been given by my

Father.’

Reflection In a country where even small children are familiar with sheep it should be easy to

relate to Jesus’ words about the shepherd and his sheep. Sheep are well looked after but most

don’t experience the personal care of a shepherd who calls them by name. They are anonymous

members of a large flock, although each one matters to the farmer.

Our shepherd instincts may not be so obvious – we may be the kind of person who watches out for neighbours, knows when

someone hasn’t appeared for a few days, rings people to make sure they are ok, tackles neighbourhood or school bullies

- doing this kind of thing is shepherding. Most of us would not want to think about having a sheep aspect to our lives. Shep-

herds are strong and looked up to – but sheep?

Sometimes we need to let go of the desire to be out the front, the one doing everything and being all things to all people, and

relax into being cared for and led ourselves. If we have shepherd or leadership roles in our lives then it is good to also have an

aspect of our lives where we are one of the crowd, not obliged to be out front, able to appreciate the relationship with the

shepherd and the company of the other sheep-people in that particular paddock.

We can model ourselves on Jesus in the shepherding aspects of our lives, and grow in the work and mission we carry out for

him. We need also to reflect upon ourselves as sheep for whom Jesus is the shepherd, and to allow the experience of being

cared for or led by others to help shape our understanding of that relationship. It is this reflection that will deepen our peace

and joy as we come to understand just how much Jesus the shepherd cares for us for each of us individually.

‘Helping your child thrive’ – This week our school counsellor, Sarah Horsburgh, will be presenting a workshop in the library

from 2pm. We are very fortunate to have Ms. Horsburgh as part of our school team and I know this workshop will be well

worthwhile.

Sport – We have another busy week in sport this week. Our Cross Country runners are in Coolah today. This week the Polding

Winter trials will be taking place, after the event was postponed due to the weather last week.

This Wednesday, all students can be in Sports uniform as we commence the Live, Life Well programs and sports skills.

Have a wonderful week and God Bless

Anthony O’Leary.

Important Dates to Remember.

28th April - Coolah Cross Country.

30th April - “Helping Your Child Thrive Workshop”-2-3 pm School Library.

5th May - David Peachey/Russell Richardson Rugby League Gala Day.

8th May - Mother’s Day Liturgy 9.30 am and Morning Tea.

11th, 12th & 13th May - NAPLAN TESTING Year 3 and Year 5.

19th May - P & F Meeting.

19th May - ICAS Digital Technologies Exam.

4th June - School Athletics Carnival Year 3-6 Barden Park Dubbo.

Helpers Required for the Mothers Day Morning Tea.

Can you spare some time for the following:

I am able to make cake/slice etc. for the morning tea. Yes/No

I am able to help with set up of morning tea prior to liturgy. Yes/No

I am able to assist with tea/coffee during morning tea. Yes/No

I am able to assist with the clean up after morning tea. Yes/No

We are very appreciative of the consistent great help we receive.

Name: ___________________________ Eldest Child’s Class __________

Religious Education News Term 2 Week Two 2015

Conversations with Kindies!

(As told to Mr Schwager)

Name: Ashton Coe

Favourite Book: The Bible

Favourite Movie: Ninja Turtles

Favourite Food: Chicken Nuggets and chips

Favourite Sport: Footy

Favourite TV Show: Titans

What makes you happy? When Mum gives me

lots of cuddles

What makes you sad? When I’m naughty and

have to go to my room

What do you like about St John’s School? Play-

ing with Harry

What do you like about Dubbo? I like watching

movies at the cinema

What do you think God looks like? Long hair like

Jesus because Jesus is his son

What message would you like to give to the rest

of the school? I hope everyone gets to play

with Harry

Mother’s Day Liturgy

All mums are warmly invited to our Mother’s day Liturgy

on Friday 8th May at 9.30am in our school hall. This will

be followed by a P & F Mother’s Day Morning Tea

ANZAC Events

St John’s students participated in several ANZAC events

last week culminating in our march with the Dubbo

Community on ANZAC Day. It was great to have over 80

students marching behind our school banner, especially

such a large amount from our Infants classes.

Photo: Our school Captains with Fr Greg at the official

unveiling of the new Memorial Walk last Thursday.

Wishing you all a good week, David Schwager

This week's REC Award goes to:

Charlie Parsons

“To Live, Love and Learn in the Light of Christ”

Canteen News Week 2 Term 2.

All canteen volunteers are now

required by the Bathurst Diocese to

complete an online training module.

Details of the website and log in are

available at the canteen.

Please complete at your earliest

convenience.

Thank you Cathy Dries

Clothing Pool

The school clothing pool will be open from

2.30—3.30pm

On Thursday 30th of April.

If there is anything that you need

urgently please phone me to make an

appointment outside of these hours.

Regards Cath Osborne

0407 386 769.

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