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There have been many moments this term to be grateful for. Being a part of St Joseph’s Parish is something to be proud of as we are a community who supports one another, works in partnership with others and continually makes decisions which are best for the children.
We have had many events including the Amazing Race, Book Week, Father's Day Colour Run, Troy Dunn Rodeo Visit, Spirit of St Joseph Awards, School Dance, Jump Off as well as our regular Friday Assemblies and Stay and Play sessions.
This term we also had many potential preps visit from local Kindergartens for the come and try sessions. A reminder if you know anyone who has a child starting in Prep in 2023 to contact the school office and we can arrange school tour.
Thank you to all the St Joseph families for your support and partnership this term. It has been one of our busiest yet most productive. I wish you all a safe and happy holiday and look forward to seeing you all in Term 4.
School Dance
Last night the students displayed their dance skills at the Just Dance school event. Each class showcased a dance they had been learning in Dance lessons in Term 2. After having to postpone the event earlier in the year, it was great to be able to gather and see the students’ dance moves, rhythm and big smiles. A big thank you to Miss Libby and the staff who have worked to prepare the students. Thank you, Matt Wallace, for giving up your time to be the MC and supplying the sound system. Thank you to P&F for serving the delicious food catered by Sodexo. We hope you all enjoyed the entertainment and were able to join in for a dance.
Father’s Day Raffle Winner
Congratulations to the Jones Family who won the Father's Day Raffle. We hope you enjoy the goodies these holidays.
Bike and Road Safety
In 2021 we created a song with Josh Arnold from Small Town to promote bike and road safety. During these school holidays we know that there will be students using their bikes and scooters daily. Please speak to your children about being safe. You might like to share the bike and road safety video with them.
PB4L- We are Responsible in the Community
With holidays commencing, it is a timely reminder about being Responsible in the Community. Our PB4L focus this week was about being safe including cyber safety, sun safety and bike/ scooter safety. We also looked at the importance of children letting parents know where they are going and asking for permission. In order to be safe these holidays, students need to make decisions which are not going to harm anyone or themselves and if they do feel unsafe, they are encouraged to tell a trusted adult. We hope all students are responsible in the community these holidays
Week 1 School Camp
In Term 4 Week 1 the Year 6 students will be attending camp at Camp Paterson in Mareeba. Stacey Edmonds and Melanie Turner will accompany the students with Megan Pearce and Amanda O’Brien also visiting throughout the week. We will have Miss Lillian Miller return to Weipa in Week 1 as Acting Principal. The Year Five class will be taught by Libby Lange and myself.
All students and staff will return to school on Tuesday 4th October 2022 for Term 4.
Term 4 Swimming Dates
Next term we will continue our swimming program on the following dates:
Week 2- Wednesday October 12th, Friday October 14th
Week 3- Wednesday October 19th, Thursday 20th Swimming Carnival from 5pm, Friday 21st Swimming lesson (Year 5/6 only).
New permission slips will be sent out for these lessons.
Learning & Teaching
What a wonderful term of learning we have had! Our students have been engaged in a range of fun and engaging learning experiences in their classrooms. They have enjoyed participating in our new music program with Mrs Turner and skipping lessons as part of their physical education lessons with Miss Libby.
NAPLAN
Parent reports for students in Year 3 and Year 5 are on their way to the school. They will be sent home early in Term 4.
STAY & PLAY
We have had a lot of families join our Stay and Play sessions each Friday in our Prep room. Stay and Play is only one of the ways we support the younger children in the wider Weipa community. If your children are aged between 0 and 5 years (before school age) then you are more than welcome to bring them along. Mrs Neil has a wide range of early learning experiences set up for each Stay & Play sessions that your little ones will love. There will be many Stay & Play sessions in Term 4 with dates to be released at the beginning of the term.
GET SET FOR PREP
Next term we will hold 3 Prep Transition mornings. While our pre-Preps join in our ‘Get Set For Prep Program’, parents are invited to enjoy morning tea, meet our teaching specialists, learn more about the school and what you can do to support your child to have a smooth transition into Prep.
‘Get Set For Prep’ dates are times are as follows:
- Thursday 13th October – 9am – 10:30am
- Thursday 20th October – 9am – 10:30am
- Thursday 27th October – 9am – 10:30am
It is not too late to book a school tour or enrolment interview with our principal. If you know anyone with a child who is ready for Prep next encourage them to come along and see what we have to offer.
SAFE ON SOCIAL WEBINAR
Last week Kirra from Safe on Social held a free webinar - Discord and Group Chat. If you were unable to attend the live webinar, the link for the recording is below. If you have the time we highly recommend watching.
Details about the webinar below:
After the recent news out of an elite school in Sydney, my inbox has been flooded with questions from schools and parents about social media, in particular Discord and Group chats, and the behaviours of students using this form of communication.
You will have your mind blown when you actually understand what is really happening in group chats. The need for connection – all of these issues that come along with that have hit home and many questions display worry and distress. Schools and parents need fast and reliable support and information. We are here to help.
https://esafetyhq.thinkific.com/pages/webinar-replay
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
Thank you to all families who booked a time to participate in our Term 3 Parent Teacher Conferences. These conferences are a great opportunity to discuss your child’s learning and set goals for Term 4. If you were unable to make a time, please contact your child’s teacher and set up a time that works for you. Thank you also to our staff who stayed back late to ensure all families had the opportunity to meet with the teacher.
OUR AMAZING STUDENTS RAISED A WHOPPING $7015 !!!
(Thanks Miss Libby for organising!)
An afternoon full of Fun, fitness and working together!
