By Faith — Living, Loving, Learning

No: 13 3 September 2020

Ph: 9796 8100

Email address: admin@stjosephsby.wa.edu.au Website address: www.stjosephsby.wa.edu.au

St Joseph’s CPS P&F &

St Joseph’s Primary School Bunbury

Important Dates

Saturday 4 September Busy Bee - 8.00am to 9.30am

Tuesday 8 September Kindergarten & Pre-primary Sports Morning & Fun Run

Wednesday 9 September Jumps Day - Years Four to Six students

Friday 11 September Athletics Carnival - Years One to Six & Colour Fun Run

Monday 14 September Book Fair Week commences

Tuesday 15 September School Board Meeting - 5.15pm & P&F Meeting - 6.30pm

Tuesday 22 September Making Jesus Real Recipients Morning Tea - 10.30am

Thursday 24 September 3Yr Old students attend today

Final Day - Term Three - Students

Friday 25 September Pupil Free Day & Parent/Teacher Interviews

Monday 12 October Students Resume - Term Four

Wednesday 14 October Interm Swimming Lessons commence

Friday 23 October Interm Swimming Lessons conclude

Pupil Free Day Friday 25 September

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Father’s Day Prayer Gracious God,

bless fathers and all father figures with such love and

faithfulness that children flourish and grow in uprightness and joy.

Bless those who long to be fathers and those for whom this day is difficult.

Amen

Dear Parents/Caregivers Book Week We celebrated Book Week last week on the theme of “Curious Creatures & Wild Minds”. What a delight to see the Kindy students in their book week costumes on Tuesday, 25 August. They proudly showed off their costumes and talked about their characters. It was lovely to join in with KT doing the ‘Hokey Pokey” dance and share in the joy of Book Week. Thank you to all the Kindy staff for their time in assisting with the coordinating of this event. On Friday, 28 August we were dazzled by the creative efforts of our students from Pre-primary to Year Six and entertained by the video of the staff as they performed the Monster Mash. A special thank you to Mrs Leatherbarrow and Mrs Leverence for their ongoing excellent work in coordinating the Book Week activities. Also thank you to Mrs Johnson in the school canteen for getting into the Book Week spirit with offering “curious creatures” specials.

Parent Teacher

Interviews

Friday 25 September

Information

will be emailed to

families next Tuesday.

New Families We welcome Olivia Ellison (1K), Isabelle Goodwin (3yr Olds) & Jessica Spry-Stol (3Yr Olds) and their families to St Joseph’s. We trust they will soon feel a part of the St Joseph’s school community. We also welcome Mackenzie Mann (3yr Olds). Mackenzie has a brother who attends Pre-primary.

Seasons For Growth The Seasons for Growth programme concluded with the Celebration Session that was held on Monday, 24 August. A special thank you to Ms Trimboli and Miss Dickinson for all their work in coordinating and facilitating this programme.

School Car Park I appreciate one of the most frustrating areas within a school is the carpark. Unfortunately as space is at a premium it is very difficult to cater for the amount of traffic without having to sacrifice classroom sizes or playgrounds when schools are built or extended. As with all our actions we have the safety of our students at the centre of all our decision making. Our duty of care of the students is paramount to ensure that children learn and function within a safe learning environment. There are two options available to parents in regards to collection of and dropping off students – drive through or park and collect, and we ask that you follow these processes appropriately. If your child is being collected by someone else can you please inform them prior of the carpark rules. Unfortunately we cannot make exceptions for the rules regarding parking, parents walking students to parked cars or the drive through protocols as this creates misunderstandings and does not help in the flow of traffic or the safety management of all students. When staff approach you to remind you of the rules this is with the students best interests at heart. The staff are following the school code of conduct and fulfilling their duty of care which aims to keep all community members safe. If you need to discuss parking matters further please do not hesitate to make an appointment with me.

Busy Bee - Saturday, 4 September Thank you to Mr Presser for coordinating the upcoming Busy Bee on Saturday, 4 September. Any time that you may have between 8.00am to 9.30am on this day would be greatly appreciated. Laying stepping stones and digging in poles are the main tasks on the day. The saying “many hands make light work” is certainly relevant in regards to Busy Bees. Additional information is on page five, including how to RSVP.

Kindy and Pre-primary Sports Morning Information was emailed to families (Kindy & Pre-primary) on Tuesday, 1 September regarding the scheduled Sports Morning and Colour Fun Run fundraiser on Tuesday, 8 September. Please check your emails to ensure you have the information regarding the events and the morning tea requirements.

Athletics Carnival - Years One to Six

Jumps Day – Wednesday, 9 September. (Years Four to Six)

Athletics Carnival – Friday, 11 September. (Years One to Six)

Jumps Day & Athletics Carnival Day - Years One to Six Our athletics carnival is fast approaching and it is great to see the children committed to trying their best in preparation for their events. This year the students are able to wear plain (no print) faction shirts on the Jumps Day (Years Four to Six), Wednesday, 9 September and Athletic Carnival day (Years One to Six) on Friday, 11 September to help with visibility and organisation on the day. An information sheet regarding the running of the day will be emailed to families with students in Years One to Six next Tuesday, 8 September. Please come along in the colour of your family’s faction and enjoy the fun of the day. A friendly reminder that due to COVID-19 Phase 4 restrictions please be mindful of the social distancing requirements. An important reminder that families stay in the designated family areas and do not go onto the track as this causes safety concerns and can make the running of the day very difficult.

Colour Fun Run Fundraiser At the conclusion of the Kindy & Pre-primary sports morning and the Year One to Year Six Athletics carnival days the Colour Fun Run fundraiser will be held. Thank you to everyone who has pledged money for this event - it is greatly appreciated. Further information regarding this event is on page five.

Athletics Carnival Day Lunch Orders - Years One to Six A lunch order form was issued to the eldest child in each family last week. If your child would like to place an order for lunch can you please complete the relevant areas and return the form to school. Please note the closing day for lunch orders is next Monday, 7 September @ 9.30am. Online orders will also close at 9.30am. For your convenience a copy of this form is on page five. Unfortunately we are not able to accept late orders.

A friendly reminder that there will be no canteen service available to Pre-primary and 3yr Olds on Friday, 11

September.

Rotary - Give A Damn - Give a Can Appeal Pope Francis tweeted ‘May the Holy Spirit make us grow constantly in knowledge of God so that we might spread His love and His truth in the world.’ Each day we aim to find the Making Jesus Real moments in each other and to celebrate the gifts of the Holy Spirit which enable us to live more like Jesus. It is great to see the children taking time to care for others in the playground as well as the classrooms. The Rotary Give a Damn - Give a Can initiative is now up and running at school and if you can spare a can for those less fortunate that would be wonderful – supporting those in need and giving dignity to others is a wonderful way to walk in the footsteps of Jesus. Father’s /Special Person Day I extend my best wishes to all our Dads/Special Persons in our school community for a great Father’s/Special Person day this Sunday, 6 September. Annette Quirk Principal Wellbeing for the Significant Men in our Lives There are many different types of Dads. Father figures come in all shapes and sizes, and being a parent can sometimes lie with a less-traditional role-model. So, let’s celebrate all the different dads out there who help shape who our children are: Dad - This one is pretty standard, the one we think of when we think of Father’s Day. Boyfriend or Stepdad - Whether biological dad is around or not, a boyfriend or stepdad can play a very important part in kids lives. Grandpa - Sometimes a grandparent ends up being a primary caregiver. Uncle - An uncle can play a leading part in their niece or nephew’s lives, whether they’re an uncle by blood or marriage, or just based on their friendship and relationship to the family. Mum - Sometimes there’s no father figure in the family. Shout out to the mums that also step into dad’s shoes sometimes. Mate - Just like an uncle, sometimes a friend of the family or a mate can step in to play dad whether that’s helping sometimes to pick the kids up from soccer or having those man-to-man type of chats with a young man figuring out the important things in life. Boss - This one can be particularly relevant to a young man embarking on an apprenticeship or someone that spends a lot of time at work, but there are plenty of ways that a boss or manager can take on father-figure actions through the simple act of mentorship and looking out for someone. Our School Priest - Fr Noe - Just like Jesus, Fr Noe teaches our children at school that God our Father loves us all.

General parenting at times and Father’s Day may bring a slew of emotions to the surface. If you’re worried about not seeing your kids on Father’s Day, and your Dad is still alive, maybe shift your focus to make sure your Dad knows you love him and try to spend some time showing him that. MensLine Australia has professional counsellors available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing confidential and anonymous information and support for all father and parenting issues. For handy tips and advice check out https://mensline.org.au/being-a-dad/ Call on 1300 78 99 78 or register for online counselling GIVE A CAN 2020 – Invitation to Participate This will be the 27th year Bunbury Leschenault Rotary will conduct their “Give a damn, give a can” appeal. All collected food will be passed on to the In Town Lunch Centre, Salvation Army and St Vincent de Paul Society for distribution to needy families. We’re sure you are all well aware that the number of families needing help increases each year! Our school has once again been invited to participate. It is a great opportunity for children to be personally involved in a community service program simply by bringing gifts of food - cans, packets of pasta, rice, soup or other non-perishable food items and placing them in the school’s main collection box. The school appeal will run over the next month. St Joseph’s School Business Directory Please Click here to view our school business directory. If you would like to advertise your family’s business there is no cost at this time. Please submit your information via our online Form by pressing by clicking on the link below. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Iy-FxTM2KU-zhlHaU-NeI_Kpdu6etDFFrNyoiLkLNyxURVRORzUwVFdXRzNaV1UzN01ZMzFPWlBWVC4u

Please aim to keep your business details under 50 words and note that editing may take place before publication. We are also accepting JPG files such as a logo, or business card if you would prefer this to a written description, however, these must be emailed directly to admin@stjosephsby.wa.edu.au

Parish News Mass on the weekends in the Cathedral has now resumed on Saturday 6.00pm and Sunday 8.00am, 10.00am & 6.00pm. Mass is also celebrated at 6.00pm on Sunday nights at the Dalyellup Community Centre. Daily Mass on weekdays has also now resumed. The Cathedral will be closed during the day outside of Masses. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available by appointment. Please phone the Parish Office between 9.00am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday. Sr Pauline Dundon, a Josephite Sister is available for visits to the bereaved or housebound or to anyone who would like a visit. Please contact the parish office on 9721 2141 weekdays between 9.00am and 3.00pm. Please contact the Parish Office if you know of anyone in the Bunbury Regional Hospital who may appreciate a visit. The Men of St Patrick’s warmly invite all parishioners to an online ZOOM retreat with Fr Tony Chiera on Thursday, 24 September 2020 at 6.00pm. The theme of the retreat will be “The Way of Faith in an Age of Uncertainty”. This is an opportunity for input, reflection and prayer. We are living at a time of much uncertainty and that brings fear and anxiety. What does our Christian faith offer us for facing such times? What resources can we call upon for such challenging times? Please register for the retreat by contacting Peter Cicchillitti on 0419 943 161 (call or text) or by email - peteyandlynny@gmail.com Men of St Patrick’s Online Prayer & Discussion Meeting continues to take place every Wednesday evening at 6.00pm via ZOOM video conferencing. If you would like to join in, please contact Peter Cicchillitti on 0419 943 161 (call or text) or email - peteyandlynny@gmail.com to send you the link. Melanie Stapleton Assistant Principal Exploring Numeracy with your child Kids who are keen on sport can use their interest to engage in maths. Some questions to ask them when watching or playing sport are:

How does your favourite sport keep score? What maths is involved? Are there other ways to record the score?

How do you use maths to find the total?

Who is at the top of the ladder and how do you calculate that?

How long do games last and how is the time divided?

What are the shapes and sizes of the playing fields? Can they estimate the perimeter?

MJR: The Spirit of Jesus Many of us are involved in sport after school and on the weekend. In Australia these sports are often run by generous volunteers. These people sacrifice their time and energy, even when others forget to thank them and may even abuse them. Then there are those who serve the community in organisations like St John’s Ambulance, St Vinnies, Lions Club and the Salvation Army. When you look at these people you can see generosity, sacrifice and patience. When we open the eyes of our faith we see these qualities that people practise every day. But sometimes we miss the obvious – the way our families and friends help us. We can ask ourselves, “How do I rate myself as a grateful friend or family member?” When Jesus says he is always with us, it means he is in the here and now – in us. Where did you see the Spirit of Jesus in your life today? Jane Olsen Assistant Principal

Uniform Shop Opening Hours

Monday - 8.15am to 9.30am

Thursday - 2.00pm to 3.30pm

This Saturday, 5 September there will be a free Drive-Through Drop Off for unwanted household chemicals & hazardous materials at the Lakes Car Park, Maidment Parade, Dalyellup 9.00am - 1.00pm. Safely dispose of paint, pesticides, poisons, pool chemicals, flammable liquids, gas bottles, fluorescent tubes, aerosols, household batteries & cleaners. These things can not be left out for the kerbside collection which starts in October. This is open to all residents of all shires & waste will be disposed of safely. Visit https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wastenet.net.au%2Fhhw&data=02%7C01%7CChris.Collins%40cewa.edu.au%7C5ab751bd953b436fb3ec08d84e4903a4%7Cc5852f2336334f29b38651da53e35e23%7C0%7C0%7C637345422839181880&sdata=aSKpZz9OkAPuPZliHKFtRPQT%2FK8xG%2FmhFTRo15d0MAA%3D&reserved=0 to find out more details. Containers for Change is also coming from 1 October to the Stanley Road Waste Management Facility so start collecting your cans, glass, plastic & paper based cartons. No milk, wine/spirit or UHT bottles. https://watch your waste.wa.gov.au/containers-for-change/ for more information.

Message from the Sustainability Team