Newsletter 82-February 3rd 2023

What will this year bring?

We do not know;

It will bring its usual times of work and play,

Experiences of success and failure,

All the things that are part of school life.

It is a new beginning;

The planting of a seed that will grow for a year,

The seed of fruit that will blossom in times to come.

It is new hope;

Hope for good work, for successful results,

For friendships, for fun, for learning.

In this coming year, may there be learning, prayer and fun.

May there be hard work, faith and friendship.

May no one in this school be lonely;

May no one be left out in class;

May no one suffer through the others here.

As we begin this year in hope, in prayer and in friendship,

May the Lord begin it with us, be with us during it,

And successfully bring it to its conclusion.

Amen

MATES mentoring program please consider going along to the training session or contacting Penny about becoming a MATES mentor, its a once a fortnight commitment and details are on the flyer below. We would love to have you on the team.

GYE are currently planning the following Funky Friday events for 2023

Run from the Stawell Neighbourhood House,

as part of their annual calendar of events.

 Funky Friday 2023  date claimer:

 17 February -  17th Ninja Warrior

3 March – Taiko Drum workshop for Harmony Day

28 April – Arts and crafts

26 May – MasterChef

23 June – PRIDE event, support Rainbow Alliance

18 July – PJ party DJ workshop

18 August – Book week/storytellers club/dress up

15th September – Pizza party

27th  October – Halloween

24th November – Christmas themed

Thank you, 

Mental Health and Wellbeing Coordinator - Lillie Comitti 

Visible Learning

We are excited to be starting our second year in partnership with Corwin Visible Learning.  This professional journey started last year and will continue for the next two years.  We will be learning and implementing Visible learning which is a research based approach to developing life-long learners.  It is based on the research of Professor John Hattie and his metastudies involving over 300 million students and what has the most impact on student progress at school. Visible learning research explores seven core strategies for learning  success: working together as evaluators, setting high expectations, measuring learning with explicit success criteria, establishing developmentally appropriate levels of learning, viewing mistakes as opportunities, continually seeking feedback, and balancing surface, deep, and transfer learning. 

For more information please see: Visible Learning information

Learning Dispositions

This year at St Patrick’s we have identified five learning dispositions - Dispositions describe a persons inclination to use particular skills when faced with problems to solve, ideas to evaluate or decisions to make. At  St Patrick’s we are calling these St Patrick’s Learner Superpowers.  These are qualities  that successful learners use in their everyday life, self - motivated, curious, resilient, collaborative, risk-taker.  Our students will be focusing on learning super powers this week and over the course of their time at St Patricks will be guided and supported to apply these skills in the classroom and their everyday life. 

St Patrick's Learner Superpowers  

School Assemblies:

It is fantastic to have our  Friday school assemblies happening.  Our assemblies happen each Friday afternoon starting at 2:50pm in the school hall.  Students are dismissed from the hall on this day.  We invite all our community to come along.  This week's assembly will be hosted by Mr McAloon.  There will be representatives from each classroom showcasing their learning on St Patrick's Learner Superpowers. 

Why have a school assembly?

The intention behind implementing a regular  whole school assembly is to develop a feeling of unity and a positive school culture among the students, staff and our St Patrick’s community.  Simply put, gathering together strengthens the way our school works.  Whether singing a song together, watching a performance by fellow students, sharing class learning or sharing events that have been happening in our community, our goal is to create camaraderie, ignite school spirit and help instill students and families with a sense of belonging. School assembly provides students with the opportunity to develop their confidence by speaking and sharing their learning and thoughts. 

Each learning community will take a turn throughout the term to host assembly and showcase their class learning.  Coming together to celebrate success, showcase learning or strengthen commitment to shared goals is time invested in making St Patrick’s a special place to be.

Professional Development:

At St Patrick’s Primary School we are committed to Professional Development of our team.  At various times staff members will be working off site which may result in classroom teachers being out of the classroom.  We will endeavor to make note of this in the newsletter whenever possible.  

Fundraising Term 1, 2023: Fundraising efforts in Term 1 2023 will continue to focus on St Vincent de Paul sponsor a student program.  If you are able, please save up your 5 cent pieces and drop them in the tub in the classrooms.  We will have the 5 cent challenge & Friday Zooper Dooper day happening . 

Maryanne Comitti                                 Religious Education Leader 

Opening school mass:

Our school mass is a chance to ask for God’s blessings on all that lies ahead in 2023 for the students, the staff and the families who together make up the St Patrick’s School  community.

We welcome all our school community to come along, following mass we will have a cuppa in the school Multipurpose Hall. 

St Patrick’s Primary school opening school mass details: 

When:   Tuesday, 7th February. 

Time:     10:00am 

Where:   St Patrick’s Catholic Church

“Do you or someone that you know need some help?

 The Stawell Inter Church Council Cottage is at 20 Sloane St Stawell and is open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30am – 12:30pm.  

For after hours emergencies – 0408 038 949.  

For help with non-perishable groceries, grocery shopping vouchers, VLine, petrol, chemist, etc.

 Stawell Neighborhood House has perishable fruit and vegetables Mondays – Fridays. In Sloane St next to Cato Park.

 For other needs contact Stawell St Vincent de Paul – 0437 344 323 and leave a message.  Your call will be responded to within 24 hours.”

Kind Regards

Mary-Rita Thomas

Sec. Stawell Inter Church Council

Pres. Stawell St Vincent de Paul

Last year our school community raised enough money to fund three children through the St Vincent de Paul Assist a Student program. 

Each classroom is participating in our annual 5cent challenge.  We are seeking donations of 5c coins to go into our money boxes in the classrooms. This fundraiser will run to the end of the Term.  

For more information please see:  https://www.vinnies.org.au/page/Our_Impact/International_Impact/Assist_a_student_today/

Every Friday for Term 1 the Social Justice Team will be selling Zooper Doopers during lunchtime.  Zooper Doopers will be for sale for $1.00 each with all money raised going towards the St Vincent de Paul Sponsor a Student Program. 

Mia Ampt-For being a humble and generous member of our classroom.

Kaison Portelli -For being a kind and compassionate member of our classroom.

Jarli Goodes-For being a fabulous new member of our class. Welcome to St. Patricks's!

Jai Hine-For the wonderful start you have made to the school year. You are a kind and helpful boy and started Grade One with a great attitude. Keep it up!

Marianne Duxson-For the super start you have had in Grade Two and your amazing counting work.

Oscar Erwin-For displaying the attributes of being a safe and respectful learner in our classroom. Keep up the super work Oscar.

Adi Ratcliffe-For your wonderful 'Resilient' poster and ability to give feedback.

Boston McGaffin-For displaying a fantastic positive growth mindset during all lessons this week. Keep it up!

Oliver Sutherland-For always being an enthusiastic contributor to class discussions and sharing your fantastic ideas with the class.

Mia Bailey-For being a respectful member of our classroom and always lending a helping hand to your teacher and classmates.

Henry Wadge-For being such a kind and considerate class member and for looking out for new students at St. Patrick's

Ally Smith-For taking a risk in your Maths work and as a result gaining in confidence and ability. Well done Ally

Ethan Jones-For the amazing creativity you showed in constructing your 'Learning Pit'.

Liam Cameron-For the brilliant start you have made to your Grade 5 year. Keep it up Liam!

Congratulations to these students who celebrated their birthday in the holidays or this week:

Lucas Papadopoulos

Edie MacPherson

Ace Rowe

Tamieka Austin

Kobe Power

Harper Bibby

Lily Sanderson

Ethan Parker

Oscar Erwin

Hi There,
I am reaching out with a great opportunity for your young female students to attend upcoming All-Girls introductory soccer clinics within your region in advance of the upcoming Women’s World Cup being held in Australia and NZ.

Together with the SWVFA and local clubs we are hosting 3 Girls Only Soccer Clinics focused on learning, participation, and fun – with no prior experience or exposure required. The sessions will only cost $5, with players able to attend 1 or all if they wish, and are located as follows:

• Sun 19th March - Harris Street Reserve, Warrnambool
• Sun 26th March - Friendly Societies Reserve, Portland
• Sun 2nd April – North Park, Stawell
  
  

More information and how to register can be found in the QR code in the attached flyer, or via https://www.gofootball.com.au/play/pick-your-location/swvfa

Thank you in advance for supporting this initiative.

Regards,
Lach

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