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Principal’s Message 31th March 2015

Wray OrganicIn our newsletter this week, you’ll see a flyer advertising a fundraising initiative from Wray Organic that our P & F are promoting. Wray Organic is a company owned by former St Joachim’s parents, Jo and Peter Maher. By shopping at Wray Organic and placing your receipts in our school ‘in store’ box or the one that is to be placed in the school office, we will receive a cheque back from the company supporting our school community. It’s a win-win! Finally, I’d like to thank you all for your support in the past five weeks. It’s been a very busy term and I’m sure, like me, you’re looking forward to the Easter break. A member of my parish shared some little anonymous inspirations last week, that I’d like to share with you. It’s amazing what you can learn from calendars! “Learn to enjoy the little things. There are so many of them.” “A smile will go a long way, but you must start it on its journey.” “Count your blessings instead of your crosses.Count your gains instead of your losses.Count your smiles instead of your tears.Count your courage instead of your fears.Count your health instead of your wealth.Count on God instead of yourself.” Wishing all our families the opportunity to enjoy the ‘little things’ this Easter season, Amanda

Dear Parents, Hawaiian DiscoAn enormous thank you to Emma Whalley, Fiona Potter and the team of parents who helped organize, set up and clean up after Friday night’s P & F Hawaiian Disco. I noticed some fantastic Hawaiian costumes among the Preps-Year 2 children when I wandered up to the hall on Friday afternoon. Everyone was extremely excited! Staff NewsI am delighted to tell you that Mrs Killin’s surgery has been very successful and that she will return to St Joachim’s and Year 3 Red at the beginning of Term Two. Mrs Killin was well enough to visit school and participate in the class photo yesterday. ANZAC DayYear 6 leaders will be selling ANZAC day ribbons ($1) and stickers (50c) each morning before school from today. They will also be available for purchase at lunchtime. After the holidays, the ribbons and stickers will be on sale again, leading right up to ANZAC Day on 25th April.The Holland Park/Mt Gravatt Sub-branch of the Returned & Services League of Australia have once again invited St Joachim’s students to participate in their ANZAC Day commemoration activities on Saturday 25th April, 2015.

St Joachim’s students and families will meet on the corner of Logan Rd and Barter Ave at 6:30am, ready for the march to begin at 6:50am. The march travels down to the RSL Memorial in Arnold St for a commemoration service followed by wreath laying. The number of St Joachim’s students attending the ANZAC Day service has been growing strongly each year and it would be wonderful to continue this tradition in the year marking the centenary of the ANZAC campaign. Farewell to Kate LambkinAs you know, Miss Kate Lambkin has been Acting in the APRE role for the past five weeks, while Chris has been on leave. It’s not easy to step into a new school community and take on the important role of the APRE. Kate has been wonderful in the role and a tremendous support to me and to other members of staff in organizing our Lenten and Holy Week liturgies, liaising with staff and our Year 6 leaders to co-ordinate the social justice activities and in providing class teachers with a variety of resources. I thank her on your behalf and wish her well as she returns to Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, Darra next term.

Holland Park Tree Frog Guide Unithas vacancies for girls from 6 to 9 years of age.

We meet at 60 Arnold Street, Holland Park on Thursday

evenings between 5 to 7pm during a school term.

Contact Patricia Preston on

07 3245 3575 or 0418 745 505

if your daughters would like to join us.

Come and share Fun, Friends and adventure

Religious NewsHoly Week is the most important and beautiful celebration in the church’s calendar. On Monday, the students celebrated Palm Sunday and watched and listened to the story of ‘The Donkey That No One Could Ride’. This donkey did not realise the important role he could play in accompanying Jesus on his journey. It was quite fitting to then read the following reflection written by Max Lucado in the parish newsletter:

Sometimes I get the impression that God wants me to give him something and sometimes I don’t give it because I don’t know for sure and then I feel bad because I have missed my chance. Other times I know he wants something, but I don’t give it because I am too selfish. And other times, too few times, I hear him and obey him and feel honoured that a gift of mine would be used to carry Jesus to another place. And still other times I wonder if my little deeds today will make a difference in the long run. All of us have a donkey. You and I each have something in our lives which, if given back to God, could like the donkey move Jesus and his story further down the road.

Many people have taken the opportunity and given something to Project Compassion during this season of Lent. Our aim is to impart on the students an understanding of how those in the developing world live and that ultimately; our donations are not only a gift to them, but to God.

Yesterday and today saw the running of our final two Project Compassion events. Both were a success, with every child receiving a cup of rice for lunch on Monday and participating in carrying bottles of water around the oval. A special thanks to Cathy Findlay, Annabelle Simon and Teresa Verner for being masters in the kitchen and preparing rice for every child.

Currently our Project Compassion tally is $3730. We still have some donations to count, but clearly we have reached both our goals now, what a truly amazing result! Thank you for actively and so generously supporting all of our school events. Your support is helping to empower the world’s poorest people to establish sustainable food sources.

Going home this week is a leaflet, originally written by Sr Kari, about the Easter ceremonies. This is a wonderful document which provides an opportunity to reflect on the days ahead. It also outlines the Holy Week ceremonies at St Joachim’s and St Agnes’.

Within the newsletter you will also find a page of photos illustrating the Stations of the Cross. Each class was involved in preparing a station and they have been on display around the school for the past week. I would like to thank the teachers and students for the effort they have put into making these so meaningful.

Finally, I would like to thank everyone for so warmly accepting me into your community for the past five weeks. It has been my pleasure to work with the teachers, students (in particular, the Joey Justice Crew) and Fr Joe and to get to know the parents. Thank you.

Wishing you a most joyous Easter,Kate

Walk for Water

School FeesThe fees are now overdue.

Tap 4.00 - 5.00pm Mondays. $15. St Davids Hall 855 Logan Rd Holland Park.

A beautiful and classic genre that requires great energy, builds technique, and is

lots of fun!

AcroYoga 4.00 - 5.00pm Fridays. $15. St Davids Hall 855 Logan Rd Holland Park.

A brand new style from America combining Acro, Gymnastics, Yoga, team work

and flexibility!

Starting Term 2

All students must enrol by the 21st of April to

confirm place.

For more information contact Miss Cassie on 0427 776 516 /

misscassie@ radiancedance.com /

www.dancewithradiance.com

NEW RADIANCE CLASSES!

Rice DayThanks to Cathy Findlay, Annabelle Simon and Teresa Verner for helping on “Rice Day”.

Palm Sunday Liturgy

Sports News

Our last training run for the term will be held Wednesday morning at 7.40am in Mott Park. Holiday training is really important so keep up the good work – get your parents to take you to the park and keep running!

School Cross-Country CarnivalAll preps to Year 6 students will be competing in the cross-country carnival on Friday 8th May. (Week 3 next term) Carnival will be in Mott Park 9am to 11am. All parents are invited to come along and support the children as they run.

Sports Gala DayIt was wet! It was muddy! It was hot! It was really hot!All Years 4, 5, 6 students participated in a fun, physical day of korfball and soccer. Their behaviour was exemplary and many comments were made about the wonderful students from St. Joachim’s. Congratulations to you all and a huge thank you to the teachers and parents – Shelley, Kylee, Melissa who helped out.

Swimming Pizza Break-up PartySwimming season has officially come to an end. We ate, we drank, we played games and we celebrated our achievements in the pool. Congratulations to all swimmers – you did well! Congratulations to Year 6 student - Alex O’Shea on gaining second place in the Nippers Age Championship for Broadbeach SLSC also congratulations to Samantha O’Shea Yr 3 for gaining third place in the Nippers Age Champions.

“There may be people that have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do.” – Derek Jeter

Have a great holiday break.Donna Jacks PE Teacher

MARS BAR CROSS-COUNTRY TRAINERS OF THE WEEK

Bridie McInnes Year 2 Hayley Rowan Year 6

Billy Rowan Year 2 Alex Csurhes Year 5

Sports Gala Day

Stations of the Cross

Cooper Long; Ryan Hawe; Molly Ahern;Bridie O’Connor;Zac Spragg

Birthdays

Tuckshop News

TUCKSHOP ROSTERWednesday 1st April 2015

FIRST BREAK SECOND BREAK

Colleen Rowan Colleen Rowan

Fiona Potter Fiona Potter

Nicole Day Nicole Day

Pauline White Pauline White

1st break: 8:30 – 11:00 (earlier if you want) 2nd break: 12:00 – 2:00

Our JOEY PLAYGROUND STARS are:Stehanie Josey Be Respectful

Ellie Peacock Be Respectful

Levi Sanewski Be Respectful

Millie Rogerson Be Respectful

Libby Nunan Be Respectful

Mia Sundell Be Safe

Term 1 NewsSchool Calendar

APRILWed 1st Holy Thursday Liturgy 2pm

Thurs 2nd Good Friday Liturgy 2pm

Thurs 2nd End of Term 1

Fri 3rd Good Friday - Public Holiday

Sun 5th Easter Sunday

Mon 20th Start of Term 2

Mon 20th Entertainment Books will be available

Brown paper bag orders will no longer to accepted.All orders must be made online. If you are having difficulties doing this please email me and we can arrange to meet to sort out any issues.

Kind regards,Sabrina Hawe Tuckshop Convenor

P&F News

Hawaiian Disco – Thanks! Last Friday night, our school community once again came together in celebration. The Tiki Bar was busy, the steak burg-ers sold out, the grass skirts were swaying on the dance floor and the glowing flower leis were a hit with young and old! The children danced and ran and screamed in ex-citement and the sweaty, glowing faces on the night were delightful to see! Thank you to all the Mums and Dads who helped with set up, working on the bar, cooking and serving the BBQ, selling glow products, emptying bins and helping with clean up. When everyone pitches in it makes for a fantastic night. A special thanks must go to our two ‘Hawaiian Mums’ Emma Whalley and Fiona Potter who once again did much of the planning, organising, purchasing and management of the disco. A heartfelt thankyou to you both. Fiona and Emma were ably assisted by the Events Committee and other parents, including Monica Katsanevas and her sister for the gorgeous decorations – a St Joachim’s Disco has never looked so good! Special thanks also to ‘Door Witch’ Pauline White, BBQ Master Chef team Kelly and Alan McInnes, (who also ensured there was enough gas in the bottles!) along with Colleen Rowan for looking after the glow bar - we sold out just about everything thanks to Colleen and the ladies who work the glow bar throughout the evening. To the special helpers from Year 6, Hayley, Lola, Libby, Clare and Bella who helped set up in afternoon, great team work girls! Thanks to John Nunan and Mark Kelly for lifting all the heavy stuff and Lou McInally for selling the raffle tickets. Finally, to Shelley Taylor, who managed to be everywhere, just when she was needed. Thank you. Not only was the night a great social event, we also raised record breaking disco profit of approximately $2,000 for the school. Well done everyone. The winner of the raffle, 4 tickets to the Movieworld Carnivale, was Lindsay Ahern. Congratulations!

P&F News

Music NewsGrade 4&5 recorderThere isn’t any recorder testing this week. We will test again in week 3 and 4 next term. This will be the last chance for students to get to purple belt, the expected level for recorder. Please encourage your children to work on the red and purple belt songs so they are ready for testing in May. Thanks.

Alisen McLeod Music

Entertainment BooksThank you to everyone that has purchased their Entertainment Books! We are off to a great start. Remember the school gets $13 from every membership sold so it’s not only great value for the family but a good fundraiser for the school. Don’t forget to ask family and friends as well!

To get your membership go to the following link:

https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/22020p2

Missing GlassesA pair of brand new purple glasses in a black case have been lost by Sophie Rogerson in Year 5. If you come across the missing glasses,could you please bring them to the school office. Many thanks.



Community NewsLearning Connections After School Class!This is a fun movement program that promotes development through a range of areas that are vital for successful learning!

Come along on Mondays 3.45-4.45 to Mt Gravatt PCYC, Klumpp Road, Upper Mt Gravatt.

There is no cost per class. For more information call Jeanette at PCYC on 3420 4655.

Interviewing now for Year7/2017 & 2018Accepting Enrolments for Year 7/2019

HPMG Parish News

PARISH MUSIC

Who me?Well, do you think music at Mass is important?

Absolutely!What can you do?

Who me???Yes, you!

I can sing in tune but so can everyone.No not everyone can, and we need more singers.

Who me? Yes, you! Look it’s time to stop thinking that others can keep the Church going. The parish needs both singers and keyboard players. Other instruments would be great too. Can you get a little group together who would provide music once a month? Would you like to join an existing group? Do you know anyone who isn’t even a Catholic but enjoys making music and might be interested? Take a risk, think creatively. So yes, I am talking to you, contact the parish office. Ph: 3349 2280 or E: [email protected]’s time to jump in, to contribute and to feel the satisfaction that comes from being generous!

ST JOACHIM’S and ST AGNES’ Parish1227 Logan Road, Mt GravattPO Box 281, Mt Gravatt 4122Tel: 07 3349 2280Fax: 07 3349 1558Page: 07 3834 6920Email: [email protected]

Parish Liturgical Celebration TimesMonday 8:00am Mass St Joachim’sTuesday 9:00am Mass St Agnes’Thursday 9:00am Mass St Agnes’Friday 9:00am Mass St Joachim’sSaturday 5:15pm Reconciliation St Joachim’sSaturday 6:00pm Mass St Joachim’sSunday 7:30am Mass St Joachim’s Sunday 9:00am Mass St Agnes’Sunday 6:00pm Mass St Agnes’

EMBRACING THE SEASON OF LENT All are invited to engage in Parish Lenten activities.

Families Living God’s MercyLenten activities for the whole family. Every family will receive this brochure through the School.

Lenten Program - Rich in Mercy (Sign on sheets on the tables at the churches)

ReconciliationAvailable after each weekday Mass 2nd Rite of Reconciliation

HOLY THURSDAY COLLECTIONOne of the great symbols of Holy Thursday is the washing of the feet. It is a symbol of service and friendship which can be shown in many ways. Once again this year we can show our service and friendship in a communal way by contributing to the Holy Thursday Collection for the men of St Vincent’s Hostel, South Brisbane. You are invited to donate new clothing (underwear, T shirts, sweat shirts, etc) by bringing them along to mass on Holy Thursday evening, by placing in the baskets which will be in the churches from next weekend or dropping them into the school or parish offices.

Holy ThursdayApril 2ndMass of the Lord’s Supper 7:00pm St Joachim’s

Good FridayApril 3rdStations of the Cross 10:00am St Joachim’sThe Lord’s Passion 3:00pm St Agnes’

Easter VigilSaturday, April 4th 7:00pm St Joachim’sPlease note change of time from the normal 6:00pm

Easter SundayApril 5th 7:30am St Joachim’s 9:00am St Agnes’

Please note there will be no 6:00pm Mass on Easter Sunday

Phone: 3847 1146 Mobile: 0411 154 720 E-mail: [email protected]

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