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NEWSLETTER 2016 WEEK 8 TERM 3

Corner Quinliven & How Roads Aldinga SA 5173 p 85579000 www.galilee.catholic.edu.au �1

DIARY DATES SEPTEMBER 16 Soup Day 21 Principal’s Tours 9.30am & 6pm 21 Community Prayer - Perry 22 Early Years Dance Performance Hall 9am - 10am 23 Galilee Gathers - EY & Stg 1 - 9am 26 Andrew Chinn visit Performance 1.45pm in the Hall - ALL WELCOME 27 Stg 2 Excursion - Planetarium 28 Community Prayer - Gould 28 CSMF Choir Rehearsal (day), performance (night) 29 Galilee Gathers St 2 and 3 9am 29 Last Day Term 3 (Normal dismissal 3.10pm) 30 PUPIL FREE DAY OCTOBER 17 First Day Term 4 17 PFCG 6.30pm 24 6/7 Aquatics 25 6/7 Aquatics 26 Sacrament Parent Meeting 6.30pm 31 Principal’s Tour 9:30am & 6pm NOVEMBER 1 All Saints Day 2 All Souls Day 3 Instrumental Students Music Performance 6.30pm Hall 4 Official Opening and Blessing of new Administration 10am

Jesus at the heart of our community. The values and message that continues to guide us. At Community Prayer on Wednesday Mrs Janssan’s learning group led us all in a reflection on these words from the Bible

1 Peter 3:8 “Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, love, a tender heart and a humble mind.” We are grateful for the times we can all respect each other’s differences and work together in

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Greetings to you all,

This week we have held learning conversations with you and your children at school to discuss your child’s progress in their learning. I trust that you have found these conversations to be constructive and I invite you to email me at [email protected] if you have any feedback or queries about these opportunities. I’m especially interested in hearing your thoughts about how valuable you found your child’s contributions being included in the meeting, your questions and wonderings about their learning and how successful you found the meetings to be. The teachers at Galilee prepare for these and appreciate the opportunity to communicate with you and we are always looking to enhance the effectiveness of these meetings in supporting your child’s progress.

I recently met with Mr. Paul Rijken at Cardijn College to explore possibilities for our staff engaging in professional learning opportunities with Cardijn staff in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and in literacy and numeracy. Paul and I are both supportive of these opportunities which will then benefit our children at Galilee in accessing quality learning programs lead by our teaching staff. Cardijn College are a leading school in our state in STEM and are often asked to share their expertise with schools from all different systems. This year we have made significant purchases and investment in professional development and resources for teaching STEM at Galilee and we look forward to continuing to provide excellent opportunities for our children in STEM now and into the future. If you are currently considering secondary schooling for your child I recommend attending a tour at Cardijn College where you can learn about the many pathways for learning and the excellent teachers, facilities and programs in place for students.

Have you ever considered being a mentor and sharing your interests with a younger member of the community? At Galilee we are interested in setting up a mentoring program where adults who are passionate about sharing an interest can be a trusted mentor to one or two students who would benefit from sharing in an interest such as gardening, craft, woodworking, technology, sports, art, nature and more once a week for between 30 - 60 minutes. You would not need to be an expert, just willing to share your passion or interest in a simple, hands on way that may involve a small project that can be shared with a student. Resources, spaces and support would be provided by school staff throughout this program. Please keep an eye out for further information and you are most welcome to register your interest at the front desk and leave your name and contact details.

Have a wonderful week and stay warm with your family. Yours truly, Anthony Garton Acting Principal



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Una città per bambini

In stage 1, this term, we have been looking at mappe (maps) of our school and of Aldinga using Google Earth. Then we thought about designing a city for children, una città per bambini. At the question, “what would you put in una città per bambini?”, some of the answers were:

Layla – A rainbow and a garden, because it can be a nice day and children can have picnics.

Kealan – A museum, because children might like it and they can learn more about dinosaurs and they can learn more about the old days. In the old days there were many Italian people in Australia and they can learn that too.

Archie – A lolly shop, because children love candy. My shop has also fairy floss smoke so that children can smell lollies all the time.

Cooper – A house, because if you didn’t have it, you’d get rained on.

Idee molto interessanti da parte di tutti i bambini! Very interesting ideas from all the children!

Talking about cities and houses, my thoughts go to all the people who have been affected by the recent earthquakes in Italy and Myanmar. In particular, to the Italian town of Amatrice, which was heavily damaged a few weeks ago. Amatrice, not far from Rome, is a very old town, full of important historical buildings, and famous for having invented an iconic Italian pasta sauce, called sugo all’amatriciana. Ecco la ricetta per 4 persone, here’s the recipe for 4 people:

Il sugo: 100g pork-cheek 350g tomato sauce a dash of extra virgin olive oil chilli to your liking

La pasta: 350g spaghetti or penne

Pecorino cheese to add at the very end! Sara Foschini





Congratulations to our students

in their extracurricular

pursuits! Send us your pictures

and information if you would like us to

share your news.

News from Mrs. Janssan’s home group: Isabel H-R has had many successes with her swimming this year. She went in the state titles and managed to make state times in 4 events. She also got 3 personal bests recently in JX, 100 IM (Iron man), 100 freestyle, 50 butterfly, and 50 backstroke.

In Netball, Amber E won the coaches award for u/11s Aldinga Netball club. Charley-Ann V.P won a 50 games award.

Oscar R and Kane M's McLaren Vale tennis team got into the semi-finals.

Isaac C got into the knock out finals in u/12's Aldinga Sharks Football Club. In the semifinals they unfortunately lost by 3 goals against Happy Valley.

Darcy C won a trophy in the school soccer club for being the best defender and goal keeper.

Emily P (O’Reilly/LeCornu) attended an intensive week of dance training with the British Ballet Organisation. She also competed in the theatre awards and won first for her tap duo and runner up for jazz in the intermediate section for their age group in Australia.

Sophie (Mr.B) and Ellie (Guil/Opie) receiving their certificates and

yellow belts at their Tae Kwon Do

grading.

Ellie (Guil/Opie) also stood up in front of family and friends

recently and made her Girl Guide

Promise.



Soup Day

Tomorrow the Parents and Friends Coordinating Group is running a Soup Stall to raise funds for The Vinnies Winter Appeal. The PFCG invite parents to donate soup in a labelled slow cooker or volunteer to help serve. Preparations will begin at 11:00am with service at 12:00pm. If you are able to assist by donating soup please drop off the soup at the Administration Building tomorrow morning. If the children could please bring in their own cup/bowl and spoon. A donation of $2.00 can be paid at service. I look forward to enjoying a nice mug of soup for my lunch!

Kate Turner Acting Deputy

Sacrament Enrolment letter

A letter explaining options for enrolling your child/ren in the Sacramental program has been sent out this week. We welcome your enquiries about any of the Sacraments (Baptism, First Reconciliation, Confirmation or Holy Communion) and are very happy to provide any information you need to assist your decisions about celebrating these Sacraments. Please contact the front office if you haven’t received a letter and are interested. Thank you.

Andrew Chinn

On Monday 26th September Andrew Chinn will be visiting Galilee. Andrew is the composer of many of the wonderful songs that our children learn and sing in celebration for masses, liturgy, prayer etc. Andrew works with each of the year levels in a workshop format to teach them songs and actions so that the whole school can come together for a concert to share and celebrate what they have learned. The last time Andrew came the children had a wonderful day of engaging with music that they love.

Everyone is welcome to join us for the concert on MONDAY 26th SEPTEMBER at 1:45pm in the Hall.

Sharon Doyle APRIM




CHANGE OF DATE: QUIZ NIGHT!

The PFCG have decided to change the date of the Quiz Night to a Saturday and so have changed the date to Saturday 19th November still at 6:30pm for a 7pm, still the same fun format and super amazing prizes and games and NOW with our new, improved Quiz Master, back by special request, Mr. Anthony Garton!

So there’s plenty of time now to get a table of ten together (don’t worry if you have a smaller group, tables can be shared), and work out your table theme for the night so you can win the best themed table prize! Pop it in your diary now as this is a fun-filled event. You will be sad you it missed when everyone is talking about it afterwards!

GALILEE PLAYGROUP - Mondays during term time 9am - 11am in the Community Room

Did you know that we have a playgroup at Galilee Catholic School? Many of our families start their time here at Galilee by attending playgroup and getting to know other families prior to starting school.

Our playgroup is a place of welcoming, respecting and constructing. We welcome all children from 0-5 years of age. We believe playgroup is a great opportunity to further a child’s development. We provide a range of experiences for the children such as indoor and outdoor play, painting, craft, story-time, song and dance.

Some activities are structured, requiring leadership from coordinators, parents and carers. With these sorts of activities it gives parents and carers the opportunity to get together, play and share quality time and experiences with their children. Other activities allow children to play freely by themselves and with others. Playing alongside other children contributes to their social development, they learn to share, take turns and negotiate with others. Children learn through play. It is through play that we encourage them to explore their environment and develop understandings about their world. Most of all they have FUN!

So…come along and meet everyone. New parents, carers and children are ALWAYS welcome.

SOCCER STRIPS

If all players could please take a spare top to your soccer game on Saturday. At the end of your game please hand your soccer top to your coach, who will wash them all and return the whole set to the office ready for the 2017 season.




DONATIONS REQUIRED FOR QUIZ NIGHT

A reminder to bring in donations for our quiz night. Please note each stage has a different “theme’ for donated goods: Early Years: Gardening: Seeds, gloves, bulbs, gardening tools, vouchers, gardening books Stage One: Cooking: Utensils, herbs and spices, tea towels, cookbooks, apron Stage Two: Women’s Pampering: Hand cream, soaps, teas, bubble bath, scarves Stage Three: Night In: Chocolates, Lollies, Popcorn, DVD’s, tea/coffee

URGENT SIBLING ENROLMENTS 2017 If you have not submitted an application for a child starting Reception in 2017 can you please contact me asap on 85579000 or [email protected] We are about to begin interviews for siblings, and we can only guarantee a place at Galilee if we have received an enrolment form.

Are you interested in Ride-Sharing to transport your children to school? We have had interest from a couple of families who would like to support one another to share the task of taking children to school each day. If this sounds like something you are interested in please email me on [email protected] as we are going to work to link people up.

Do you need extra $$$ to purchase new Summer uniforms? WE NEED STOCK! Check your wardrobes and drawers for any uniform items which may be too small for your children and bring them in to the Front office to be sold in the 2nd hand Uniform Shop. The front office has forms for you to fill out. Hats are now accepted in the 2nd hand uniform shop. A good way to help pay for the next size up!


Attendance Matters

If your child is going to be absent, late, or leaving early please notify the office by SMS on 0407761162 before 9am. Please provide the following details:

• Child’s name • Reason for absence/early

departure/late arrival • child’s home room teacher

Galilee Directory

School [email protected] p 85579000

Fr. Charles Gauci p 83821717

Sr Margaret Ann Connelly p 0488287552

Centacare p 85579050

Galilee OSHC p 85579043 Director m 0411382054

Galilee OpShop Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9am - 3pm p 0451830929

Galilee Playgroup Monday 9am - 11am Lisa Pullens p 85579000

PFCG: [email protected]

Contributions to be submitted by 3pm Tuesdays to [email protected] Inclusions at the Principal’s discretion and some items may need to be amended depending on space.

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