Term 2, Week 5 (30/05/2013)
Be Safe, Respectful Learners
Reflection
Father, we pray for the families of our school.
Father, strengthen our families against the influences of the anti-life
values of our society and teach us to embrace all that is good and holy
so that we can be effective educators of our children.
For families challenged by the breakdown of love and communication
between the parents; we ask you Jesus, to be a source of healing and
forgiveness.
Should there be any hope of restoring the marriage relationship, we
pray for a spirit of humility and openness to reconciliation.
For families dealing with sickness, physical hardship,
poverty, separation, substance abuse or addiction; Jesus, we plead with
you to comfort and console them with your presence.
Give them courage in the face of difficulties and wisdom to respond in
love.
Spirit of God, send forth your hope and love to bolster the family life of
our school community.
Protect and nourish each family unit and bring them to unity and joy.
Amen.
Thank-You
Sincere thanks must go to Robert Nevinson and a group
of parents who marked the RamsOval last Sunday for
our athletics carnival this Friday. After the much needed
rain, it was a very damp task! Many thanks to Graeme
Murphy, Paul Scoullar, Andrew Jansen, Jodie and
Stuart Raison, Jonas and Cathy Elphick, Rhonda
Nevinson, a Special thanks to Donna and Chris Murphy
from the Deniliquin Little Athletics.
Dear Parents,
Many thanks to all our parents, friends and parishioners
who participated in the St. Vincent De Paul Winter
Appeal launch last Friday. It was an outstanding success
with nearly all our children in their P.J’s and teachers
too! There were many donations of warm clothing and
blankets and financial donations that totalled $217.00.
Sincere thanks to Vinnies Reconncect and St. Vincent
De Paul volunteers who served a scrumptious breakfast
and organised prizes for our ‘sleep attire’ competition.
I would also like to acknowledge Tina Pisasale who coordinated the day. These occassions make you feel very
proud to belong to St. Michael’s School.
Long Service Leave
Please be advised that I will be taking Long Service
Leave from next Friday unitl Week 3, Term 3. In my
absence, Tina Pisasale will be acting as principal. If you
have any concersn please contact Tina. While I am
looking forward to this break I am reuctant to leave a job
that I truly love.
[www.deniliquin.catholic.edu.au]
St. Michael’s Athletics Carnival - Tomorrow
We will be hosting our St. Michael’s Athletic Carnival
tomorrow from 9:30am – 2:30pm. It will be held at the
Deniliquin Rams oval, Hardinge Street, Deniliquin.
Primary students and Year 2 will travel by Purtill’s Bus
leaving at 9:00am and returning at 2:45pm.
Infant classes (Kinder & Year 1) will come down to the
oval at recess by bus and participate in a range of
activities and races for the remainder of the day.
Weather permitting.
We are looking forward to a great day.
Many thanks to all our parents who have offered to help
on Friday. Could parents please be there by 9:00am –
9:15am to be briefed. They include:Janice Jackson, Robyn Brown, Juay brown, Rhys
Westcott, Matthew Cathcart, Christine McCurdy,. Tim
Bradford, Janine Godden (Canteen), Shelley Scoullar,
Priscilla Paul, Gerard Stanworth, Julie Rogers, Fiona
Waters, Jeff & Mandy Shand, Robert Nevinson, James
& Rebecca Sides.
If you can come at the last minute we would love to see
you there. We certainly understand parents with work
commitments.
Enrolments for 2014
Kindergarten Enrolments are now being taken for 2014.
For families wishing to enrol their child into Kindergarten,
please make an appointment to visit the school, meet
the principal and have a tour.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR TERM 1 2013
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Friday, 7 June
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Mon, 10 June
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Wed, 12 June
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Friday, 14 June
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Mon, 17 June
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Tues, 18 June
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Sun, 23 June
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Mon, 24 June
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Fri, 28 June
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Mon, 15 July
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Mon, 29 July
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Mon, 12 Aug
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Sun, 8 Sept
St. Michael’s Athletic Carnival
Queen’s Birthday – Public Holiday
R.E. Test. Year 6
Girls - AFL. Paul Kelly Cup
ICAS NSW Writing Comp (this week)
ICAS NSW Spelling Comp
First Holy Communion
Parent Teacher Interviews this week
Term 2 Finishes
Term 3 Commences
Cluster Athletics Carnival- Rams Oval
Dio of W-F Athletics Carnival Parkes
Confirmation
R.E. NEWS
Assembly
Assembly at 10:30am in Sisters of Mercy Hall
Week
Assembly
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(07/06/13)
None (Athletics Carn)
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(14/06/13)
Year 5/6C
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(21/06/13)
All Infants
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(28/06/13)
All Primary
Weekend Mass Times
Saturday – 6.00 pm
Sunday 8.00am and 10.0am
Sacraments being conferred to baptized
Catholics - 2013 First Holy Communion - Sunday 23rd June,
10am mass (Yr 4)
Confirmation - Sunday, 8th September,
10am mass (Yr 3)
WEEKLY AWARDS
Congratulations to these Students.
Kinder O
Class Awards
1/2KS
Class Awards
3/4TP
Class Awards
5/6C
Class Awards
Alex Harvey, Bethany McCurdy,
Oscar Thompson
Remy Cathcart, Brodie Elphick,
Harrison Kirk, Wil Raison
Thomas Nevinson, Jareida Williams
Kayla Elphick, Alana Stanworth,
Phoebe Taylor
Mathlete of the Week.
Congratulations to
Term 2, Week 5
Infant: Kirsten Yuan
Primary: Carmen Yuan
School Fees 2013
As previously stated in our newsletter and now included
in our enrolment policy if you default in making payment
without prior arrangement with the principal and
recovery / legal action is undertaken, you will be
responsible for all expenses in relation to the
collection of the outstanding amount including, but not
limited to, all charges and fees, legal costs on an
indemnity basis, and disbursements.
Please be advised that you have several options for
payment of your fees; a one off total payment for the
year; three installments; or pay in regular smaller
installments.
If you are experiencing difficulty paying the fees this
year please make an appointment to see me.
Bank Account Details:
St. Michael’s Parish School Operating Account
Commonwealth Bank – Deniliquin
BSB: 062:533 Account No: 1001:5254
Scholastic Book Club
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All orders due back by Tuesday 18 June 2013.
No late orders please – Pam Stanworth
Bernadette Murphy (Principal)
St. Michael’s Playgroup – Term 2
P & F ASSOCIATION NEWS
Thanks
Thank you to all who helped on the BBQ at the Winter
Appeal. A great result of over $200 raised.
Family Bingo and Pizza Night
Your child is invited to attend our playgroup
sessions on:Wednesday, 19th June 2013
From 10:30am – 12:00pm
In our “Sisters of Mercy” Hall.
Fabulous Fun Activities
Hi All, A last minute change to the Family night, it will
now be a Bingo and Pizza Night.
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It will still be on the last Friday Term 2 (28 June), we
are hoping for families to start arriving at 5pm for “Eyes
down” at around 5.15pm.
The whole family is welcome to attend, so younger
siblings are more than welcome.
Next week you will receive an order form for any families
who would like to pre-order pizza to have during Bingo.
BYO Picnic rug to reduce the crumbs!
Drinks and other snacks will be available to purchase,
but feel free to BYO your own soft drinks.
Bingo cards will be available to purchase for 20c each.
NB: Students will not be able to kick the footy outside
while Bingo is on
Canteen
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We need a helper in Canteen for 21 June.
We have Lasagne for sale of $3.50.
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No Canteen at the School on Friday 7 June!!!
Do you know of someone that could help out on the
roster? Maybe a Grandparent or neighbour. Please let
Tash or Bern know ASAP
Needed:- Slices for the St. Michael’s Athletics
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Carnival on Friday 7 June – bring to Rams’ Oval or
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deliver to school office on Thursday 6 June.
COMMUNITY CORNER
Celebrating the Wonders of Wool
Restorative Practices
Restorative Practices focuses on building and
maintaining healthy relationships by focusing on
repairing the harm that is cause.
The school is committed to the philosophy of separating
the act from the actor or, hate the sin while loving the
sinner.
All stakeholders are trained to listen to each other,
promote fairness and know that wrong doing can be
repaired.
We work on the basis that individuals are most likely to
trust and cooperate with others, whether they
themselves win or lose, when the process if fair.
The classroom is a community of learners where those
who fail to follow agreements know they will be helped to
find the right way; through think time, circle time, and
challenging questions. Following these strategies, they
will be reintegrated into the community of learners. At
this point, we are able to move forward student learning
and student outcomes, as well as personally and
emotionally, richer individuals.
The playground provides an opportunity for the
implementation of social, team and interactive skills. The
children at school are learners. Mistakes are often
made. However, Restorative Practices provided a
process where these occasions are seen as
opportunities for learning.
Exhibition at the Peppin Heritage Centre, Wool form the
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sheep’s back to fashion etc. Ending 1 June.
Work Shops for weaving, felting, knitting and spinning on
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1 and 2 June, if interested call 1800650712.
Wool in fashion “Cocktail Hour” on display at Peppin
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Heritage Centre from 6 June – 12 July 2013
South West Music Inc- YOUNG MUSICIANS’ CLUB
Young children love to sing and move to music and we
all know that music is good for the development of
young brains. If you are interested in joining the Young
Musicians’ Club then please contact us at South West
Music Regional Conservatorium to book your place for
Term 2.
What do we do? We play rhythm and music games, do
dances from around the world, play instruments, sing
and have lots of fun.
Venue: St Paul’s Anglican Church
When: Every Thursday after school
Who: Delena Gaffney teaches 2 groups. 4-8 year olds
and 9-13 year olds
How do you enrol: Contact Chris van Zeyl our
Administration Officer on 5881 4736 or email
[email protected] and ask for an enrolment
package.
South West Music Regional Conservatorium is funded
by the NSW Department of Education & Communities.
365 George Street, PO Box 887, DENILIQUIN 2710
Ph: 03 5881 4736, Fax: 03 5881 5484
BALLARAT GRAMMAR
Invitation - Deniliquin Gathering
Friday 14 June
Ballarat Grammar invites you to join us for dinner at an
informal gathering at Rinaldi’s Restaurant.
The event will include an information session for
prospective students and their families between 5:00
and 6:00pm. If you know anyone interested in learning
more about life at Ballarat Grammar please encourage
them to come along.
We look forward to catching up with all members of the
Grammar Community during our visit.
Date: Friday 14 June 2013
Time: Information Session: 5:00 - 6:00pm
Dinner: 6:00pm onwards
Please advise of any dietary requirements
Where: Rinaldi’s Restaurant, Butler Street, Deniliquin
RSVP: Tuesday 11 June to Julia Moore on 5338 0830
or to [email protected]
Deniliquin Gymnastics Club
DENILIQUIN AUSKICK
Special Skills sessions for year 1/2 Auskickers will be
held at the Ram's Oval each Wednesday evening
between 6:00 – 6:45 pm. All welcome. Contact Andrew
Willis 0407 879 088 for any queries.
DENILIQUIN BADMINTON CLUB
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NEW COMPETITION STARTS: 17 JUNE 2013
COME AND GIVE BADMINTON A GO
ON MONDAY NIGHTS
DENILIQUIN SPORTS STADIUM
PRACTICE & REGISTRATION
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ON 3 JUNE 2013 AT 7PM SHARP.
ANYONE CAN PLAY – RACQUETS PROVIDED.
FOR ENQUIRIES CONTACT: STEVE O’NEILL 03
58814262
SHELLY JENKIN 03-58813310, SONJA LEFEBURE
0407 136567
DI PEARN 03-58813825, ELLA HICKEY 0448 204480
Deniliquin Girl Guides
New Timings
Meet every Tuesday: 4:15pm - 6:15pm
Guides (5yr old– Grade 6)
Wednesday: 4:15pm - 6:15pm
Senior Guides (High School)
Where: Girl Guide Hall in Whitelock Street
Cost: $2 per week
Any Girls Interested are more than welcome to come
& see what it’s all about
The Girl Guides need Leaders –
so please come along if you’re interested
Phone: 5881 3607 or 5881 5817
Men’s Health Week 2013
Then Deniliquin Library is holding an information session
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at 2pm, Thursday 13 June 2013.
Special Guest Speakers;
John Tainsh – Deniliquin Menshed
Helen Sheather – Rural Mental health promotion Officer
Light afternoon tea to follow
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RSVP: 5pm, Wednesday 12 June.
Central Murray Regional Library
55 Napier St. Deniliquin
03 58988 3100
Junior Gym has moved to Monday mornings and is
specifically aimed at children under 5. Junior Gym offers
many benefits including general activity related health,
strength, early development of co-ordination and motor
skills. Regular Classes have resumed and we do have
limited vacancies.
Junior Gym - Ages 2.5 to 5 years. Monday at 9:15am.
Recreational Class - Ages 5 to 9. Mondays 4:30-5:30pm.
Recreational Class - Ages 9 to 12. Monday 5:306:30pm.
Competition Class - Friday 5-6:30pm.
For details or enrolments, Phone Mel Dodd (Head
Coach) on 0457 081116 or the Stadium on 5881 4100
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Disney on Ice
Enter a world of wonder where heroes and hearts prevail! Join
Ariel as she yearns to explore the world above the waves and
Prince Eric breaks Ursula’s slithering spell to reclaim his one
true love. See Prince Phillip defeat the evil Maleficent as she
transforms herself into a fire breathing dragon in a race against
time to rescue Sleeping Beauty’s Aurora. Be there to discover
a whole new world with Jasmine and Aladdin. And, watch in
awe as the dreams of Cinderella, Belle, Snow White and Tiana
all come true. High flying jumps, daring acrobatics,
breathtaking skating and loveable Disney friends are just a
wish away! There’s even a special appearance by Disney’s
newest princess Rapunzel.
Don’t miss Disney’s Princesses & Heroes Show where
believing is just the beginning!
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FRI 5 July 2013. 2.30pm matinee. Hisense Arena
Melbourne
Adult $110
Child $95 (12 Years & under)
inc Coach Travel & A Reserve Ticket
Bookings available at Wired
Entertainment
Cnr George & Hardinge Sts, Deniliquin NSW 2710
Ph: (03) 5881 3555