Term 2 Week 5 Newsletter 2024
Important Dates
| May 27 | Sorry Day Prayer Service |
| May 28 | Year 1 Fairy Tale Day |
| May 29 | Netball NSW Schools Cup |
| May 30 | CEDB Spelling Bee |
| May 31 | Years 4 to 6 - PSSA |
June 17 | Kindergarten to Year 6 - School Photos - Full winter uniform to be worn |
Vision Statement:
St. Mary's Primary strives to be a welcoming Christ-centred learning community that promotes a quality holistic
education and trusting relationships in a caring and supportive environment.
Acknowledgment of Country: We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land, the Wiradjuri people, who, long before us, lived, loved, educated and raised their children on this site. We pay our respects to elders past and present, and we recognise the young people who are our future. We acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families in our community. We respect their deep physical and spiritual connections to the country through their stories traditions and living cultures.
Character Virtue: Humility
Humility means that we have a realistic view of ourselves by understanding both our strengths and weaknesses. While it's good to be aware of our talents and achievements, we should never boast about them because we recognise everything comes from God, like our health, our possessions and even our friends.
From the Principal
Mr Luke Wilson
Principal
Dear Parents,
Welcome to Week 5. Thanks to our Year 4 and Year 2 teachers for their time in organising and supervising class excursions over the last two weeks. Thanks to Mrs Sutcliffe for taking our two Rugby Union teams to Orange last Wednesday. We have Year 1’s Fairy Tale Day tomorrow, Netball Schools Cup on Wednesday and our super spellers will be at the Diocesan Spelling Bee in Wellington on Thursday.
National Sorry Day - Sunday, 26th May - The theme for 2024 is ‘Now more than ever’, encouraging all Australians, from individuals, families, and communities to organisations and the Government, to be tangible voices for reconciliation in their
everyday lives. We had a Sorry Day Prayer Service this afternoon.
Diocesan Spelling Bee - The Primary Diocesan Spelling Bee will be held in Wellington this Thursday.
Best of luck to:
Lucy McArthur, Anna Godwin, Emma Malouf and Anne Campbell.
Contracts Signed for Building Work - Contracts were signed for the commencement of our building project last Thursday. Our building program will be completed in three phases;
- Library
- Year 1 extensions and new Infants Lunch Area
- Year 2 extensions.
Construction will commence on Monday, 1st July. Once the library build is completed, it will serve as our replacement classroom for our Year 1 and then Year 2 classes while their classrooms are being worked on. We are very excited about our long-awaited building improvements, but there will be inevitable short-term changes to routines and disruptions while the work is being completed. We look forward to the commencement of the work, and we’ll keep you up to date as the work progresses.
Kindergarten Interviews 2025 - Enrolment interviews for new families for next year’s Kindergarten continue this week. Sibling Kindergarten interviews will be held the last week of this term.
Winter Uniform
Officially, the children are to wear their formal winter uniform after the June Long Weekend
on Tuesday, 11th June but if your child is feeling cold,
they can wear their winter uniform from the commencement of Term 2.
Religious Education
Mr Tim Keady
RE Coordinator
Dear Parents,
Rise - RISE Youth Festival is for young people in Years 6 to 9 (anyone in Years 10-12 can be involved as a youth team member). The Diocesan Youth Ministers facilitate a festival full of fun, friendship, small group challenges, workshops, games, music and lots of opportunities to encounter Jesus. Register HERE.
Rego is open (even though it's not until July holidays) - St. Brigid’s Parish will subsidise the cost to bring the participant's contribution to $50. We'll also try to arrange transport or carpooling.
National Sorry Day - Today our school paused to reflect on the significance of National Sorry Day.
Some of our Year 6 students led us in a reflective prayer where we paused to remember.
Confirmation - We keep in our prayers our Confirmation candidates with Confirmation being celebrated in our Parish over the next two weekends. We warmly welcome all members of our school community to come along to one of our parish masses where students from our school will receive their sacrament.
Confirmation practice Tuesday 28th May 6.15 pm - Confirmation will be held on 1st/ 2nd June with Bishop McKenna, Parish priests will lead Masses on 8th/9th June.
If you have any questions about the sacrament of Confirmation, please contact Rosie Hosking via email at sacraments.dubbo@cdob.org.au
Meet4Mass - Save the date! Our K-5 classes will be invited to join our local parish at St. Mary’s Meet4Mass on Sunday, 23rd June.
Gospel Focus:
Father, Son, Holy Spirit
(Matthew 28:16-20)
Jesus is present in our lives through the Holy Spirit.
ST. BRIGID'S PARISH - MASS TIMES:
St Brigid's: Saturday - 5pm, Sunday - 9am and Sunday - 5pm
St. Laurence's Church: Sunday - 7.30am
Sport
Athletics Field Events and Skills and Trials Days - In preparation for our School Athletics Carnival on Monday, 24th June the Athletic Field Event Skill Sessions and Trials will take place on Monday, 3rd June and Thursday, 13th June at Barden Park. Detailed information and permission notes will be sent home via Compass today. Year 2 students who turn 9 this year and are members of the Dubbo Little Athletics Club can compete in the field events. We will need some parents to assist at the Athletics Skill Sessions and Trials as well as the Athletics Carnival to enable them to be completed on time. If you’re able to assist, please contact us at school.
The City of Dubbo Eisteddfod
| YEAR | EISTEDDFOD ITEM AND TIME |
| Kindergarten | Nursery Rhymes |
| Year 1 | Dance |
| Year 2 | Percussion Band |
| Year 3 | Signing Choir |
| Year 4 | Percussion Band |
| Year 5 | Verse Speaking |
| Year 6 | Dance |
Ukulele |
INFORMATION FOR PARENTS:
TO GAIN ENTRY TO PERFORMANCES AT DRTCC,
ALL INDIVIDUALS MUST PURCHASE A TICKET FOR ADMISSION
PLEASE NOTE: Instrumental Groups, Bands, Choirs and Dance Groups
FOR DRTCC AND CONVENTION CENTRE
Tickets went on sale Thursday, 23rd May and can be purchased from DRTCC Box Office or ordered online - please see details below.
Admission: $6 (adults, seniors, pensioners and children 6 years and over)
Order your tickets online at:
1. drtcc.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/sales
2. Type in Search - Eisteddfod
3. Select which session you wish to attend
4. Payment of your tickets. (Please note: you will have 20 minutes to complete your transaction)
PHOTOGRAPHY AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS:
Entry to the DRTCC or other Eisteddfod venues will signify your agreement to these terms and conditions
PHOTOGRAPHY OR RECORDING IS PROHIBITED IN THE AUDITORIUM - TO PROTECT CHILDREN AT RISK
MOBILE PHONES, SMART PHONES and PAGERS are to be turned to silent whilst in the venue
NO FOOD OR DRINKS PERMITTED INSIDE THE CONVENTION CENTRE OR THEATRE
PUBLIC TOILETS ARE NOT TO BE USED AS DRESSING ROOMS
PARKING - Parking around the DRTCC is TIME LIMITED. Please be mindful of parking restrictions.
Parking at Number 1 Oval may be available.
REFRESHMENTS - Coffee, food, snacks and cold drinks are available in the Oxley Room.
Wellbeing
Mrs Sue Nuttall
Wellbeing Leader
Awards
STUDENT OF THE WEEK:
Harrison Jenkins - 2B |
Jamarni Fieldus - 2G |
Billy Carter - 4G |
Yousuf Khalid - 6G |
HOUSE AWARDS:
Congratulations to the following students for gaining 10 points for
their Sports House for exemplary behaviour:
| LA SALLE: | McAULEY: | MOORE: | LENNON: |
| Jude Sharkey - 2B | Taejin Morris - 2B | Indigo Coyle - 2B | Nala Wellman - 2G |
| Ibrahim Khalid - 2B | Maddison March - 2B | Charlie Mackintosh - 2B | Bede Isbester - 2G |
| Nestor Crasto - 2B | Ivie-Mae Ley - 2B | Ned Parkes - 2B | Cohen Quigley - 2G |
| Althea Higgins - 2G | Amity Smith - 2B | Jamarni Fieldus - 2G | Nala Wellman -2G |
| Kieran Dixon - 2G | Leo Goodwin - 2B | Quinn Box - 2G | |
| Maggie Lawson - 2G | Annabel Williams - 2G | Payton Pyne - 2G | |
Albie Grisinger - 2G | Tex Simpson - 2G | Pippa Davis - 3B | |
| Sophie O'Brien - 3B | Hamish Meyers - 3B | Lucy McArthur - 3B | |
| Sean Edwards - 3B | George Jacobson - 3B |
School Fees
Term 2 Fees were emailed on Friday, 10th May 2024 and DUE on Friday, 24th May 2024.
If you'd like to start up a Payment Plan to manage your school fees, please phone the school office. Thank you.
School Photographs
School Photographs will be held on Monday, 17th June, 2024.
Children are to wear their formal winter uniform.
SIBLING ENVELOPES - Available from the school office.
Sibling orders will not be accepted after the day of photography.
Attendance
Regular school attendance establishes a strong foundation for academic growth and paves the way for future achievements and enhancing life opportunities.
Regular school attendance is not just about meeting a requirement; it is a fundamental building block that sets the stage for academic growth, personal development, and the pursuit of life's opportunities.
It lays the groundwork for a successful and fulfilling educational journey.
Consistent school attendance is a key factor in preparing students for success in college and future careers. Employers and higher education institutions value the dedication and commitment demonstrated through regular attendance.
Expect that your child attends and actively participates in their school community.
PARTIAL ABSENCES:
Parents must attend the school office to use the Compass Kiosk to complete a PARENT DROP-OFF or PARENT PICK-UP if arriving late or leaving early.
FULL DAY ABSENCES:
A Note should be submitted via Compass for a FULL DAY absence from school.
Reminder: Parents to submit an attendance note within 7 days of absence. Thank you.
Community News
BIRTHDAYS:
Celebrating their birthday this week are:
Hugh Buckley, Ari Yeo, Albie Isbester, Cora Fox,
Dakota Wiatkowski, Claudia Cook and Miss Ella Mitchell.
We hope you enjoy your birthday!
| THE CLOTHING POOL - PRICE LIST | |
| BOYS SUMMER UNIFORM Blue Short Sleeve Shirt - $3.00 Grey Shorts - $5.00 | GIRLS SUMMER UNIFORM Pink Check Dress - $10.00 |
| BOYS WINTER UNIFORM Blue Long Sleeve Shirt - $3.00 | GIRLS WINTER UNIFORM Maroon Tunic - $10.00 Maroon Trousers - $5.00 Fawn Blouse - $3.00 |
UNIFORM BOYS & GIRLS | |
Canteen
Canteen Roster
TUES May 28 | Michelle Brown |
WED May 29 | Alli Sykes, Amanda Cook and Cara Grey |
THURS May 30 | Ash Bower, Tara Taylor and Claire Curtin |
FRI May 31 | HELP WANTED PLEASE |
MON Jun 03 | Zoe Madgwick |