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St Bede’s Catholic Primary School

Phone: 48422413 Fax: 48422224

www.stbedesb.nsw.edu.au

Email: office.stbedesb@cg.catholic.edu.au

Newsletter

Term 1 -Week 8

23 March 2017

Mission Statement

“A School with Heart”

Where we are inspiring, challenging and nurturing one another to:

…...live from the heart, love from the heart, learn from the heart

Reminders Please book your

appointments for 3-

way interviews —

instructions on

how to do this are

on page 2. Please

note: phones and

tablets will not

work.

Book club is due

back tomorrow.

The school

counsellor, Amy, will

be at school

tomorrow.

Please provide a

plastic spoon if you

give your child

yogurt or food that

requires a spoon as

the staffroom has a

very limited supply.

Please park at the

back gate to ease

congestion

particularly with the

afternoon pick up.

The school Disco will

be held next Friday

in the hall—please

see the note that

went home this

week.

Dear Community,

Finding God in All Things

I have a colleague whose hobby is woodworking… When I

hear him talk about his latest project, I know I am seeing a

picture of how God deals with us – how he holds the weather-

scarred, unformed lumps of us in his hands and sees the true

reality at the heart of us. And he calls us into a relationship of

ongoing cooperation with him as this transformation, this re-

creation, is gradually brought about.

Margaret Silf, Close to the Heart

Tomorrow the Interim Reports for Term 1 will go home with your child. You may find areas where

you will be able to work with your child to establish learning goals for Term 2 and beyond. The

content of the reports, together with the input of the class teacher, your child and yourself, will

assist in the Three-way interview sessions.

Three-way Interviews are being held next Monday 27 March to Wednesday 29 March; for all

classes except Year 4/5. Three-way Interviews for Year 4/5 will occur in Week 10, Monday 3 –

Wednesday 5 April; as Mrs Godwin is attending a professional learning course during Week 9. All

students and families are expected to attend a three-way interview over the coming two

weeks.

Bookings for interview times are available using Google Docs, using the same procedure as last

year – refer to separate instructions on Page 2. For families without access to technology, please

phone the office on 4842 2413 and Mrs Hewitt will complete a booking for you for a suitable day

and time.

EnviroMentors

Next Tuesday each class in Years 2-6 will attend a one hour workshop, facilitated by Queanbeyan-

Palerang Regional Council, to inform and enthuse our school community in using recycling and

rubbish bins effectively; to build upon the great work being done in growing vegetables and fruit

through the veggie patch; and to learn more about the importance of caring and sharing the natural

resources of our local community.

Brumbies Visit

Also next Tuesday, we will receive a visit from a number of Brumbies players, who will share their

skills and enthusiasm for Rugby with the children.

Bungendore Rotary Public Speaking Competition

On Tuesday night we have two students who will be participating in this competition. Our best

wishes go to Eva P. and Madison S.

Wishing you a wonderful week.

Trish Ferlitsch

Congratulations to Trish and

Gerhard Ferlitsch on the birth of

their first grandchild—a Grandson,

Lachlan John Eastick.

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Parish Administrator : Fr Troy Bobbin Associate Priest: Fr Peter Day Pastoral Associate: Br Brian Berg Presbytery contact number : 48422444 or 0408 687 915

email address: braidwood@cg.org.au Parish Office hours: Thursday 9 am—3 pm

Prayer

Lord Jesus, You healed the blind man and restored his sight.

Help us to see you in our lives.

Amen

From Mrs Monkhouse - RE News

Work While You Have the Light

The question of human suffering was a big problem in biblical times. It still is a big problem. An Old Testament view saw a connection between suffering and sin. Suffering was seen as God’s punishment for sin. Every time they saw suffering served as a stark reminder to them of this side of God. But this left them with a very negative image of God. It made God out to be spiteful and vindictive. And, by and large, this was the view that prevailed. Hence, when the apostles saw the blind man they immediately concluded that his blindness was a result of sin. But there still remained the problem: for whose sin was he suffering – his own or his parents? So, hoping that Jesus would solve the problem for them, they asked him, ‘Why was this man born blind? Who sinned? Was it the man himself or his parents?’ Jesus said, ‘Neither this man nor his parents, but in order that the works of God might be displayed in him’. Thus he rejected the connection between suffering and sin. The man’s blindness was not punishment from God. God does not do evil. God does good. We are no wiser as to the actual cause of the man’s blindness. It might have been the result of a genetic flaw, or the poor health practices in Palestine at that time, or just a random thing. We simply don’t know. And it really doesn’t matter. Jesus went on to say, ‘This is an opportunity for me to show you what the works of God are really like’. Then he proceeded to heal the man. So the

Instructions for

making an

appointment for

3– Way

interviews.

Please note it is

advised to use a

PC or laptop—

phones & tablets

are not

compatible

man’s blindness did reveal something about what God is like. It shows God’s compassion in the face of human suffering. The disciples may not have found Jesus’ answer fully satisfying. But it was the perfect answer to the blind man. Talking about a problem will never solve it. Only action will. The suffering of others is an opportunity for us too – an opportunity to show care. The night is coming for us too. We do not know how much of life’s day remains to us. Hence, we must try to make use of every opportunity that comes our way to do good. We shall pass through this world but once. And good, therefore, that we can do, or any kindness that we can show, to any human being, let us do it now; let us not defer it or neglect it, for we shall not pass this way again. - Gather, Proclaim, Break, Send.

May Peace be in your homes, Ann

More RE News

On Saturday 25th March, Milly Coe will be baptised in preparation

for her First Reconciliation. This Sacrament will take place during

the Saturday evening Mass at 6pm. The children making their

Reconciliation the following week; Horatio Nelson, Mariah Gray,

Jimmy Gray, Annebel Clark, Tommy Gilbert, Milly Coe and Leon

Pieper will be present for their Reconciliation preparation

however I encourage children from Milly’s class (Year 3) to attend

Mass on Saturday to support Milly in this Sacrament, where she is

welcomed into our catholic family.

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Awards Week 8 Creative Arts

Kinder Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4/5 Year 5/6

Natalie Jack C Jake Thomas D Riley Pepper

Evie Rhys Ella Jaxson Cate Flyn

Lyall Grace Fergus

Bits and Pieces Happy Birthday : Emma L, Adelaide, Max & Gordon

Notes Home this Week Whole School Disco

Kinder Excursion Note

Whole School Book Club

Uniform PooL

The uniform pool is run by parent volunteers on behalf of the

School’s Community Council.

If you would like something from the uniform pool, just call or text

Narelle (0425-218-201) or Lisa (0424-243-194) and they will

organise to meet you before or after school - or we can simply

leave your item at the office for collection.

The school will gratefully accept any uniform items that your family

no longer needs—all profits from the uniform pool go directly back

to the school. These items can be left at the office.

School Fees School Fees are

overdue with reminder

letters going home this week. If you receive a

reminder letter please arrange a payment

ASAP. Any families who are struggling to pay

the school fees are asked to contact the office.

Overdue

Billycart Derby

Attention all kids and parents–Braidwood Lions Club is

planning to run the Billycart Derby again this year - this is of

course probably the most important day on the sporting calendar

in Braidwood ! It will be held on Sunday 7 May 2017 down

Gillamatong Lane. There will be cash prizes for all age group

categories – under 8’s, 8-11, 12- 15 years. There will also be

Open and Novelty events. Entry Fees for age categories will be

only $5 ! We are continuing with the local rider bonus which

means that the highest ranked local (postcode of 2622) in each

category will receive an additional Cash prize !

See our website for Entry Forms and race

details

www.braidwoodbillycarts.wordpress.com

Year 2 Awards for week 7 PDHPE—Isabella H & Josie

From Mr Laffan

Welcome Sarah O'Brien, a former St. Bede's student

who will be completing her teaching prac. in Year 2.

Sarah will be in on Thursdays and Fridays until the end

of term and full time after the holidays. Year 2 parents

are invited to come in and meet Sarah after school and

we are glad to have her join us. Thanks Mrs Edwards

for sharing your knowledge and expertise with Sarah.

Library News Premier’s Reading Challenge.

Children are invited to participate in the Premier's

Reading Challenge and to keep a record of their

reading over the coming weeks. All children receive a

certificate for their efforts. All children from K -2 will

complete their log in class but are also welcome to add

home books. Children in 3-6 will be able to collect a

reading log in library lessons from next week.

Children are expected to bring a library bag and to

borrow. Children who are already reading a larger

novel are still encouraged to borrow interest books or

picture books. Borrowing will be allowed over the

holidays. Mr Laffan will be on leave in week 10 as he

and Orlando are going to meet Tash

and stay with a herding family in

Mongolia!

Julian Laffan—Assistant Principal

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Canteen Roster — Term 1 — 2017Please see the new Canteen Menu on our website at www.stbedesb.nsw.edu.au

We are looking for parent volunteers for canteen. It will take a few hours of your time and canteen will

not run unless we have a least 2 volunteers. Please contact the office on 48422413 to place your name on

the roster.

24 March 2017 Karen Chris Volunteer needed

31 March 2017 Sarah J Mira Volunteer needed

7 April 2017 Katherine G Sarah S Volunteer needed

Term 1 2017 Dates Time Place 24 March School Counsellor 10am School

27 –29 March 3 way interviews Before & after school Classrooms

31 March School Cross Country 11:00 am Rec ground

31 March Disco 5:30 pm—7 pm School Hall

30 March —6 April Holy Week Prayer Rituals 9:00 School grounds

7 April Easter Hat parade 11:30 am Main Street

7 April Last day of Term 1

5 May Kinder Excursion 8:30 am Canberra Theatre

5 May Working Bee 2 pm School

Term 2—2017

28 April 2017 Volunteer needed Volunteer needed Volunteer needed

5 May 2017 Volunteer needed Volunteer needed Volunteer needed

Internet of Things Workshop: Gifted Families Support

Group Inc support gifted and gifted learning disabled children

and their families in the South Coast. We invite children in

years K-8 to attend our next event on 30April 1-3pm in

Moruya, where we will have hands-on fun learning about the

Internet of Things. Explore devices including mini

computers used on the International Space Station! Email

southcoast@gfsg.org.au or see www.gfsg.org.au for more

info.

Free autism workshop for families at CANBERRA Tuesday 2 May 2017.

Like all school-age students, children on the autism spectrum benefit from strong, positive relationships between the home and school. Positive Partnerships uses evidence based materials and practical resources to help support these relationships by facilitating workshops for parents and carers in your local community. Please call or email Renee Christie directly if you have any questions. Phone: 0407 897 368

Thank you to

Frank Sells and

Greg Gilbert for

installing the new seats

around the school.

Congratulations to the Yeomans Family

on the arrival of Joshua. A brother for

Mia (year 3).

St Clare’s College Open days

Wednesday 26 April for the day, all prospective Year 7,2018, girls

are invited to attend.

Open Evening Thursday 27 April (4:30 pm to 7:30pm), all

prospective families for 2018 are invited to attend.

For more information please ph: 02 62609400 or email:

enrolments@stss.edu.au

From the Community Council A big thank you to the teachers for all their efforts this year

to provide the best education for our children. The

additional work that is being done after hours to prepare

engaging learning and the additional writing of school

documents is appreciated.

Also an acknowledgement of parents for their help in

classrooms and at fundraising events. Hold the date for the

School Working Bee to be held on Friday the 5th of May

from 2pm followed by a BBQ.

Greg Gilbert, Community Council Chair Healthy Canteen Thank you to Abby & Jane for

their Sushi rolling efforts and

to Mel & Natalie for helping

with the Healthy canteen last

week.