St Joseph’s School News

Term 1 Week 2 5 February 2019

Upcoming EventsTuesday February 5 Swimming trials

Wednesday February 6 Prep Day Off

Monday February 11 Whole School Assembly: 9:00am Prayer presented by Prep Grades

Wednesday February 13 Prep Day Off

Monday February 18 School Photos NO Assembly

Wednesday February 20 Prep Day OffPrep Testing Day

Friday February 22 Senior District Swimming: 10:00am Cowes Primary School

Monday February 25 PSG WeekWhole School Assembly: 9:00am

Tuesday February 26 Parent Teacher Interviews

Wednesday February 27 Prep Day OffPrep Testing Day

Thursday February 28 Parent Teacher Interviews

Friday March 1 Andrew Chinn Concert: 9:30am Senior Divisional Swimming: 10:00am Korumburra Outdoor Pool

Monday March 4 Whole School Assembly: 9:00am Grade 3/4 Kids Helpline online session: 11:30amGrade 5/6 Kids Helpline online session: 2:30pm

Tuesday March 5 Shrove Tuesday

Wednesday March 6 Ash Wednesday Mass: 9:30amPrep Day Off

Monday March 11 Labour Day Public Holiday

Wednesday March 13 Prep Full Day

Thursday March 14 Regional Swimming

Principal’s ReportDear Parents, Students, Staff and all associated with St Joseph’s CommunityWelcome to the new school year with all its hidden joys and challenges. 2019 has very quickly come upon us following what has hopefully been a restful and enjoyable summer break. As we set out once again on a new year of learning and discovery, I invite you to share in the challenge of all that lies ahead.We all know that children receive the best education when parents and staff work as a team. Parent enthusiasm, support and involvement is integral to the success of our school as are the skills, dedication and professionalism of teachers. Together, staff and parents can provide educational excellence for every student, so that they can achieve their personal best. Together, we can support one another to provide a friendly learning environment and celebrate our achievements.I hope that throughout the year, our school will be a place where staff, students and families have opportunities to experience God’s presence in our lives. Although he lived about two and a half thousand years ago, the prophet, Jeremiah, has words that are still relevant for us at the beginning of this new school year: The Lord says, I know the plans I have for you…… plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. – Jeremiah 29:11Within our school, we can all try to model God’s love for each one of us, by being a renewing community where all members are valued, affirmed and empowered; where our commitment to Gospel values is expressed in every facet of our school’s endeavours. For this sentiment to continue throughout the year, it will require our collective wisdom and generosity of spirit to be at the forefront of all our communications.Education today is a complex engagement because of the intensity and variety of external influences particularly through various forms of media and electronic communications. Our school has a special role in assisting every parent with the education of their children, so that all children will develop a sense of personal responsibility and learn the correct use of freedom. Throughout the year, our school will also provide experiences of liturgy and prayer as invitations to know and experience the enormous love and special friendship of God.May the school year ahead, see staff and parents in genuine partnership in our collective role of secular and faith education.Yours in Catholic Education

Ronan O’Mahony Principal

Thought for the Week

The world is a great mirror. It reflects back to you what you are. If you are loving, if you are friendly, if you are helpful to you. The world is what you are.

Thomas Dreier

Emergency ManagementTo ensure that students, staff and visitors remain familiar with required emergency response procedures (such evacuation and lockdown), families are asked to note the school will peri-odically undertake emergency management drills. An evacuation drill will be undertaken in the coming weeks. These drills are simply to ensure that everyone is clear of the steps to take and the manner in which these are to occur. All schools undertake such drills.Our aim here at St Joseph’s is to at all times prioritise the safety and wellbeing of all within our school community, and most particularly, our students

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Towards the end of 2018, CareMonkey was rolled out across the school

as a means of simplifying the process of responding to excursion, incursion,

camps and various other consent forms by using your mobile phone,

tablet or PC.

Not only does this reduce the amount of paperwork to be filled

in by parents, but also ensures a more effective means of communicating,

collecting and follow-up of information.

In 2019, CareMonkey will become a vital communication link for families

and no longer will the school be sending home hard copies

of information.

Whilst it has been terrific to note the uptake by the majority of families,

there are still a handful who have yet to create and share profiles.

Should any family be experiencing difficulty in setting up their

CareMonkey or are not quite sure of how to go about it, please do not hesitate to come and speak with

Judy or Megan at the office who will be only too happy to support

and assist with this.

A Prayer for the New School Year

God of wisdom and might, we praise you for the wonder of our

being, for mind, body and spirit.

Be with our children as they begin a new school year.

Bless them and their teachers and staff. Give them strength and grace

as their bodies grow; wisdom and knowledge to their minds as they

search for understanding; and peace and zeal to their hearts.

We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Specialist Classes 2019

In 2019, Specialist days will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

All students are required to wear their sports uniforms on both of these days.

Assembly this Monday saw the acknowledgement and commissioning of our 2019 School Leaders. We congratulate you all on your appointment and wish you well as you lead our school in the spirit of our motto and values.SCHOOL CAPTAINS: Nate Shields-Strong Sarah Seuren SCHOOL VICE CAPTAINS: Connor O’Mahony Alex Beale LITURGY CAPTAINS: Courtney Stivic Laura Smith Imogen Stivic Maryam Joma BLUE HOUSE CAPTAINS: Jobe Scapin Liam McNally RED HOUSE CAPTAINS: Ally Morris Hamish Gleeson GOLD HOUSE CAPTAINS: Annalise O’Halloran Eva Garnham GREEN HOUSE CAPTAINS: Noah Shepherd Sonia Seuren

St Joseph’s School Leadership

Welcome to our new Staff MembersThis year we welcome 4 new teaching staff members.

Danielle Wells will be joining the 1/2 neighbourhood, Travis Newton and Christie Panozzo have joined the 3/4 team and Kate Morison will be teaching in 5/6.

Danielle Wells Kate Morison

Christie Panozzo Travis Newton

Senior News - 3/4The students in 3/4 have made a fantastic start to the year. We have been learning about the different skills that we need to work collaboratively. The whole learning neighbourhood has been working together to create one piece of artwork. Each child painted and decorated a feather. These were put together to create a huge pair of wings, to remind us all that together we can fly.

I loved doing art on the first day! - Max Plenkovich I like that we all have special jobs in our class. - Isla Spradbury I love playing ‘silent pig’ during our brain breaks - Eddie Coyne My favourite thing so far has been making feathers - Lulu Curtis My favourite lesson was learning about length in maths - Rubi-Jean Hallam

Susan Holmberg - Teacher 3/4

Junior News - 1/2It has been a wonderful start to school in the 1/2 area with students becoming accustomed to new teachers and routines.

Students have enjoyed practising their counting skills in maths and writing recounts of their holidays.

1/2F have been lucky enough to practice coding Beebots!

Sarah Keating - Teacher 1/2

Are you eligible for the

Conveyance Allowance Program in Term 1 2019

What is Conveyance Allowance ?

The conveyance allowance is a form of financial assistance to help families in rural and regional Victoria with the cost of transporting their children to their nearest appropriate school/campus. The conveyance allowance is available to eligible students travelling by public transport, private car and private bus. The conveyance allowance is also available to eligible students whose nearest school is not serviced by a free school bus.

Students attending a government or non-government school must:

• attend their nearest government or non-government school/campus appropriate to their year level at which admission is permissible

• be enrolled at a school/campus outside Melbourne’s metropolitan conveyance boundary

• reside 4.8km or more by the shortest practicable route from that school/ campus attended

• be of school age (5 to 18 years old at time of application) and reside in Victoria.

Forms are available at the school office

Applications close March 13, 2019.

St Joseph’s School Finance

CDFpay - our cash free platform

Have you set up your account yet?

Moving forward in 2019, St Joseph’s will become cash free. All school lunch orders will be processed online through our cash free platform CDF Pay.

Please follow the link below to set up your account. https://stjwonthaggi.cdfpay.org.au

If you have any questions or require help, please contact the school office.

Welcome 2019 PrepsLast week St Joseph’s welcomed our new Prep Students for 2019. They have settled well into their class routines and activities.

Parish NewsPLEASE PRAY FOR: The anniversaries of Joe Gheller and our own deceased loved ones and benefactors.

PRAYER GROUP MEETING: Monday 4th February, 2019 @ 1:15pm St. Joseph’s Church, Wonthaggi. ALL WELCOME!

PRAYER SHAWL GROUP: Any enquiries regarding the group please contact: Philippa Warby 0408 331 340 or Maureen Maartensz 0407 055 447.

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE: First meeting for 2019 is on Monday 4th February, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. Annex of Our Lady Star Of The Sea, Inverloch. Raffle Results: 1st Prize: Lynn Shannon 2nd Prize: Kris-tine McRae. Thank you to ALL who supported the raffle.

PARISH EMAIL ADDRESS: wonthaggi@cdsale.org.au

PARISH BARBECUE: The Catholic Women’s League invites everyone in the parish to our annual BBQ on Friday 9th February, 2019 @ 6pm in the Inverloch Church Grounds. BYO crockery, cutlery, drinks & meat. Salads and Sweets, tea & coffee will be provided.

CUPPA SUNDAY: You are invited to enjoy a cuppa and chat after 9:00 am Mass at Inverloch and 10:30 am Mass in Wonthaggi this Sunday.

LITURGY GROUP MEETING: A reminder to the members of the Liturgy Group that the 1st meeting this year is on Tuesday 5th February, 2019 @ 4:15pm. Parish Meeting Room, Wonthaggi.

SEAHAVEN MASS: Thursday 6th February, 2019 at 11 a.m. Seahaven Aged Care, Inverloch.

MEDITATION GROUP: Will recommence for 2019 on Monday 4th February @ 1:30pm Church Annex, Inverloch. Newcomers always welcome. For further

ST. JOSEPH’S WONTHAGGI BINGO Monday: Sales 7pm. Start 8pm

Venue: St. Joseph’s Parish CentreKorumburra Rd. Wonthaggi.

Parish Priest: Fr Darren Howie - 5672 2923 . Parish Secretary: Kristine McRae- 5672 1111

WEEKEND MASS TIMETABLE Wonthaggi : Saturday Evening - 6.30pm & Sunday Morning 10.30am

Inverloch: Sunday Morning 9.00am

CANTEEN 2019

TOTALLY WORKWEAR ARE OUR SCHOOL

UNIFORM SUPPLIER. FOR ALL PURCHASES

AND ENQUIRIES CALL: 5672 5878

ATTENTION NETBALLERSWONTHAGGI & DISTRICTNETBALL ASSOCIATION

OPEN DAY & REGISTRATIONSSATURDAY FEBRUARY 9 11am-3pm

FREE Sausage sizzle and Netball Vic will be in attendance

SKILLS & TRAINING DAYSSATURDAY FEB 16 - Coaches Only 10am - midday

23 - Coaches 10 - 11.30am/Players 10.30 -11.30am MARCH 2 - Coaches & Players 10 - 11.30am

(Registration Required for Coaches Course - Beginners and Experienced Welcome)

SATURDAY FEB SATURDAY

WE NEED YOU!!!PLAYERS - 8-9yo, 11 &U, 13 &U, 15 &U, Open & All Abilities

Net - Set - Go 5+ (Season Starts Saturday March 16)UMPIRES - Experienced or Beginners

(FREE Training Provided)COACHES (FREE Training Provided)CANTEEN MANAGER (Paid Position)

SCORERS AND SUPPORTERS

ALL WELCOME!!!!FOR FURTHER INFO OR TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST

PLEASE CONTACT USEmail - wdnawonthaggi@outlook.com.au

Phone - 0490 543 928

“LETS BE KEEN IN 2019”

2019 SEASONWelcome to CDFpay for all your

canteen lunch orders. Just follow the link below to set

up your account and order:stjwonthaggi.cdfpay.org.auTHE CANTEEN WILL REOPEN

FEBRUARY 71.00pm - 1.30pm

ThursdayFebruary 7

L Marotta

FridayFebruary 8

A Wallace M Boich

ThursdayFebruary 14

L Marotta

FridayFebruary 15

N Jeager Helper Needed

BOOK CLUB ISSUE 1 ORDERS DUE

FEBRUARY 18

Wonthaggi Mobile Donor Centre Big W Carpark, Biggs Dr, Wonthaggi 3995 Appointments available:

Make an appointment today.

Tue 26 Feb 11.30am – 6.30pm Wed 27 Feb 9.00am – 6.15pm Thu 28 Feb 9.00am – 6.15pm Fri 1 Mar 7.30am – 3.00pm

Tue 5 Mar 11.30am – 6.15pm Wed 6 Mar 9.00am – 6.15pm Thu 7 Mar 9.00am – 6.15pm Fri 8 Mar 7.30am – 3.00pm

Tue 12 Mar 11.30am – 6.15pm Wed 13 Mar 9.00am – 6.15pm Thu 14 Mar 9.00am – 6.15pm Fri 15 Mar 7.30am – 2.45pm

Sacramental Dates 2019

Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 March: Presentation Masses for all Sacraments The Emmaus Mass

Tuesday April 30 7:00pm: Confirmation Parent/ Child Workshop

Saturday May 18 6:30pm: Sacrament of Confirmation

Tuesday July 23: Reconciliation Parent/Child Workshop 7:00pm

Tuesday July 30: Reconciliation

Tuesday October 22: First Communion Parent/Child Workshop 7:00pm

Tuesday October 29: First Communion Reconciliation 7:00pm

Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 November: First Communion

PLEASE NOTE:

There is only one weekend for presentation Masses for all Sacraments.

There is only one Workshop for each Sacrament.

The Wonthaggi Girl Guides have spaces available for new girls to join! Being a Girl Guide opens up a world

of possibilities. Girl Guides can explore everything from science to art to community service to canoe-

ing. Guiding helps girls to build their confidence, have new experiences, and make new friends.

Curious? Email guides@guidesvic.org.au or call (03) 8606 3500.

We’re for Girls