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Dear Parents and Carers,
Today we honoured the 2024 recipient of the Noa Jessop Memorial Award, Alice Johnson. Alice was nominated by peers and teachers for showing the three attributes we note in the award.
The award is presented every August to a student at St Patrick’s who emulates, in their school life at St Patrick’s, the core attributes for which Noa Jessop is remembered.
The three core attributes are:
- Christian Spirit – active participation in the faith and worship life of the class and school.
- Sportsmanship – fairness, inclusive of all, enjoys sport for its’ own sake, respectful of one’s fellow competitors, gracious in victory or defeat.
- Contribution to School - keen to participate in all school pursuits: academic and sporting, and to develop skills and ability with determination and courage.
We are proud of Alice on this achievement!
Congratulations to the other students who were nominated by multiple students and teachers: Arly Schrader, Zoe Sadler-Price, Will Nicholson, Liane Perena, Henry Philipzen and Austin Lay.
Family Homework In our planning for our 'A Taste of St Pat's' Multicultural Expo in Term 4 we have sent some family homework home this week. Please take some time to talk about your family heritage and help your children complete the work together. Please send it back to school with them by next Friday 23rd August. Thank you!
School Survey Thank you if you can find time to answer the annual Tell Them From Me parent survey.
The Tell Them From Me Parent Survey is anonymous, voluntary, and easy-to-use. It is based on a comprehensive questionnaire covering parents’ perceptions of their child’s experiences at home and at school.
Insights into parent and staff communication, activities and practices at home, and parent voice on the school’s support of learning and behaviour all build an accurate and timely picture that we as a school can use to inform next steps and practical improvements as well as strategic planning.
Here is the link http://tellthemfromme.com/zzc7f
We are currently in a planning phase for our next 3-5 year strategic plan for St Patrick's and welcome your supportive feedback.
Blessings,
Jo
Learning Out and About: Classrooms
Our school’s Aboriginal Education Worker is bringing rich cultural experiences to our Year 1/2 students through engaging sessions. These activities are fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal culture and traditions. We’re thrilled to see our young learners so inspired and connected!
Spotlight on InitiaLit in Year 1!
Dates for your calendar
Tuesday 20th August- First Holy Communion Retreat (Please return notes to school)
Friday 23rd August- Book Parade
Sunday 25th August- First Holy Communion
Friday 30th August- Father's Day celebration
The Sudsy Challenge is on again! We're not changing our clothes for three days to help change the lives of people experiencing homelessness. This August, we'll be taking on The Sudsy Challenge to raise funds and awareness for Orange Sky - an organisation providing access to free laundry, warm showers and genuine conversation.
We will be holding our St Pat's Sudsy Challenge from August 28th-30th. Orange Sky now has children's sized shirts available for when you reach your first fundraising milestone.
If you would like to join the ‘St Pat’s Sudsy Challengers’ please click on the link below and sign up https://www.thesudsychallenge.com.au/join/stpatssudsychallengers
Thank you to the families who have paid their Term 3 school fees.
Term 3 fees are due today, 16 August 2024, except for those with approved payment plans in place.
Please contact the Office Manager, Cathy Smith on cathy.smith@cg.catholic.edu.au, if you would like to set up a weekly, fortnightly or monthly payment plan for your school fees.
If at any time your family is experiencing financial hardship, or if your family is in need of other support, please contact the school to organise an appointment for a confidential meeting with our Principal, Jo Scott-Pegum to discuss how the school can help support your family. Please remember that if we don’t know your circumstances, we are not in a position to provide assistance. Applications for fee concessions are managed by the Principal in a confidential and sensitive manner.