22 March 2017

Newsletter Articles

FROM THE ACTING PRINCIPAL

Thanks for Grandparents Day

As always, last Friday’s Feast Day mass for St Joseph’s Day and the Grandparents morning tea that followed was absolutely tremendous. Well done to Mrs Brennan and the students for a wonderful Mass and to all the Joey’s students for their participation in the celebration in very hot conditions.

Mrs McCutcheon and the choir performed beautifully for those whom gathered after mass. Many Grandparents asked me to pass on their thanks to all who honored them throughout the day, such as those in our community who provided food to the parents and students who helped serve on the day.

Thank-you to all those who contributed towards making the day such a wonderful event.

Congratulations to Jenny Puckering who was presented with the P&F Community Spirit Award after mass last Friday. Jenny can often be seen helping at Breakfast Club, in the tuck-shop, in the library and even helping out in our classrooms all usually while proudly wearing her Joey’s Supporters shirt.

Well done Jenny you are a wonderful part of our Joey’s community.

Well done to all who contributed to the Year 6 Easter Raffle that was drawn on Friday at our Grandparents Morning Tea. Due to the generosity of those who contributed, over $2100 was raised to help with the Year 6 camp.

This Saturday evening, we will be celebrating what may be our final Children’s Mass under the current format and time. It would be fantastic to have as many of our community present to celebrate along with our parish community.

Fr Matt, with further consultation with the parish community has put forth a new schedule for mass times that will come into effect after Easter. I have included this new schedule as a PDF document for your perusal.

Don’t Forget …

• 25th March, Sacramental Family Workshop OLHC 5:00pm
• 25th March, Children’s Mass 6:00pm
• 28-31 March, Year 6 School Camp at Chaverim

Have a great week.

Regards
Bernard Fitzgerald
St. Joseph’s PA Acting Principal

APRE REFLECTION

Uncle Richard joined a Caritas Australia supported group called Kinchela Boys Home Aboriginal Corporation (KBHAC), a group made up of men who were in the home with him. To support their friends, they listen to each other’s stories as they deal with the hurt and loss they have experienced. Uncle Richard and his friends tell their stories to young people and old people. He will never forget what happened. Uncle Richard and his friends try to be role models for First Australian children helping them to be happy and proud of who they are. When you support Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion you are walking with Uncle Richard and his friends as they strive to live their lives to the full.

Bernadette Brennan
Acting APRE

RELIGIOUS MATTERS

Children’s Mass This Saturday

This Saturday, 25th March we will be celebrating a Children’s Mass. Mass commences at 6:00pm in Our Lady Help of Christians. The Joey’s tradition is to bring a plate to share supper and a chat after mass. All families and friends of Joey’s are welcome to attend and join this Eucharistic celebration. We would love to have you join us.

Family Workshop for Confirmation

The First Family Workshop will take place on Saturday, 25 March (at 5:00pm) at Our Lady Help of Christians, Park Avenue. Our Children’s Mass will follow this meeting at 6:00pm.

For further information, please contact the Parish Office (4928 2800) or berylmills18@gmail.com

2017 CHRISM MASS

Bishop Michael McCarthy invites you all to join our Priests for the very special and solemn celebration of Chrism Mass which will be celebrated on Wednesday, 5th April at 11.00 am, followed by a light lunch in the covered area.

CHRISM MASS CHOIR

As the Chrism Mass, which will be celebrated this year at 11.00 am on Wednesday 5th April, is a Diocesan Celebration, if you wish to join the Choir, please attend Choir Practice on Sunday Evening 2nd April at 7.00 pm and again on Wednesday, 5th April at 9.30 am prior to the Chrism Mass.

Bernadette Brennan
Acting APRE

SPORTING MATTERS

Rockhampton District Selection Trials

10-12yrs Football (Soccer) Boys

Thursday 23rd March at The Rockhampton Grammar School from 4:30pm

10, 11 and 12yrs Rugby League Boys

Saturday 25th March at Rockhampton State High School from 8:30am – 3:30pm

If your son/daughter is interested in trialing for any Rockhampton team you will need to contact the school office to receive the relevant paper work in order to nominate. Nominations are due back to Mrs. Brennan two days before the trial date.

Cross Country Training

Cross Country training will continue this Thursday morning at 7:40am. Students need to meet Mrs. Brennan and Miss Black in the MPA dressed in appropriate running gear. Training will commence with stretches prior to running the various distances based upon age. Students are required to bring their uniform for the day to change into after training. All Year 4 students are welcome to join in training, however only those born in 2007 are eligible for trials. Students must have a signed permission note from parents prior to commencing training.

Training Days and Times:

Tuesday - 7:40am
Thursday - 7:40am

Distances:

10 Years (2007) - 2000m
11 Years (2006) - 3000m
12 Years (2005) - 3000m

Have a great week
Bernadette Brennan
Acting APRE

Friday afternoon sports 24/03/2017

Soccer

Girls

St Joseph’s PA v The Hall SS @ Glenmore SS 2 @ 1:35

Yr 6 Boys Blue

St Joseph’s PA v Mt Morgan SS @ NRSH @ 1:35

Yr 5 Boys Maroon

St Joseph’s PA v Mt Morgan SS @ NRSH@ 12:40

Oz Tag

Games are played at McLeod Park (on Dean Street)

Girls

St Joseph’s Blue v Mt Archer gold on field 6 @ 1:10
St Joseph’s Maroon v St Joseph’s White on field 6 @ 1:50

Boys

St Joseph’s Maroon v Mt Archer Gold on field 1 @ 1:10
St Joseph’s Blue v Frenchville White 1 on field 2 @ 1:10
St Joseph’s White v Mt Archer Blue on field 1 @ 1:50

CLASSROOM NEWS

Yr 1F

This term, 1F students and I have loved coming to St Joseph’s. We have settled very well into Year 1 life. Learning is fun with student lead activities, small group learning and rotations across subjects. Sometimes we even work together with 1M.

During Religion, Year 1 students have wondered about baptism. We have investigated the symbols and celebration of baptism today and compared it to the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan by John the Baptist. Recently we visited Our Lady Help of Christians Church to look first hand at the baptismal font, the oils and the paschal candle. The importance of each of these in regard to baptism was explained. In our classroom, students have re-enacted the modern day baptism. The boys and girls have given “our babies” names and welcomed them into God’s family and the church community. All students have participated enthusiastically and now have a greater understanding of the meaning of baptism.

Karen Fox 1F

SCHOOL TOILET SAFETY

The students are very aware that the toilets are for just that… going to the toilet. They are not places to hang out with buddies, eat or play. They have one important purpose and that is what it should be used for.

Posters have been placed around the toilet blocks as a visual reminder to students. The safety message of ‘Recognise, React and Report’ is one well used at school. We would appreciate families discussing these themes and phrases at home. We need our students to understand and be aware that toilets are not a social place, that going to the toilet is private and that these procedures are put in place for the safety of themselves and others.

Brooke Black
Child Protection Contact

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Congratulations to the following students who will celebrate their birthday this week. They are: Ashley Roberts (5C), Elle Honeyball (1M), Hanna Haigh (2H), Lucas Mabb (2H), Ashlea Styles (3A), Hannah McCrohon (4M), Hudson Muir (PM), Maikin Smith (6B) and Gabby Yarrow (6B). Have a great day.

UNIFORM SHOP

Our uniform shop is run by VOLUNTEERS of the school and is open

Monday morning from 8:15 - 8:45
Tuesday afternoon from 2:45 - 3:15
Friday morning 8:15 – 8:45

Please feel free to drop any uniforms you no longer need so they can put out to sell. Proceeds can go back to you or you can donate it back to the P & F.

The Uniform Shop has quite a lot of good second hand uniforms. Please feel free to pop in (at the opening times above), and have a look.

There are second had Emmaus uniforms also.

FRIDAY PIZZA

Meatlovers and Hawaiian Pizza are available every Friday for $1.50/slice. Please have your order in a Brown Paper Bag with your name, class and order on it, with the money in side.

Please use a brown paper bag with child’s name and class written on the front.

TUCKSHOP IS UNAVAILABLE ON FRIDAYS

DRAKES SUPA IGA

Simply scan your Drakes Supa IGA key tag and the checkout with your groceries, and automatically 1 cent of every dollar you spend goes to the Cathedral Conservation Fund.

Key tags are available from the office, local church or Drakes stores. Put it on your car keys so you remember to use it.

Key tags can be used at any Drakes Supa IGA supermarket in Queensland. Currently in our Diocese Drakes stores are located at

• Glenmore (North Rockhampton)
• Emu Park

PARK AVENUE DENTAL CLINIC

If you missed out on filling out and handing in the dental form that went home in term 4 last year, please come to the office and collect another letter and medical form. The Park Avenue Dental clinic is in operation once again.

OUTSIDE SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

ISA Cheeky Monkey's School Holiday Fun - Sport orientated programs, from 8:30am-5:00pm for $25 per child per day. Bookings are essential, please contact 49278499 or email sports@isarocky.com.au

Archer Park Rail Museum - Family Fun Day

DATE: Sunday 23rd April 2017
TIME: 9AM – 1PM
COST: $2 ENTRY – 14YRS AND OVER
      $2.50 – TRAM RIDES

Come along and enjoy the displays and market. Ride the Purrey Steam Tram, see the Diesel and Steam engine and heritage rail carriages.

There will be morning tea and sausage sizzle, vintage, classic and ford cars, military museum stall, live music, rail memorabilia, exhibits and lots more.

HOCKEY

Don’t have a team sport yet? Why not try HOCKEY !!!!

The hockey season is about start and the Park Avenue Brothers Hockey Club has positions for boys and girls available in our U7, U9 & U12 years grades.

Park Avenue is a family friendly club with a long history of dedication to junior players by providing:-

• Free “Start Up” kits for new Juniors
• Fees that are lower than most sports
• Accredited and Experienced Coaches
• Club house at the playing fields with all amenities

Wednesday trainings and Saturday morning fixtures at Kalka Shades, Water St, North Rockhampton are commencing this week.

It’s not too late to enjoy the benefits of a safe team sport that offers challenges and rewards, whilst providing health & fitness.

For further detailed info contact Robert Sweeney on 0407 118 220 or go the Website or like us on Facebook - pabhockey.