13 April 2022

Catholic Education South Australia
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Term 1 - 2022 - Week 11

 
 
 
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Assistant Principal Religious Identity & Mission - Deb Holland

THE CRUCIFIXION
Through The Eyes Of Mary

Holy week commenced with Jesus’ grand entry into Jerusalem where he was welcomed with such enthusiasm by a large crowd, who lay palm branches on the ground before him and he was received like a king with the people shouting, “Praise to David’s Son! God bless him who comes in the name of the Lord! Praise God!” (Matt. 21:9).  By week’s end that crowd was no longer there for Jesus; only a few women, together with Mary and John, were gathered under the cross.

Our Year six classes with their teachers, Mrs Baulderstone and Mr Skinner, under the leadership of Mrs Liebich performed the play “That We Might Live” as they took us on the journey Jesus took over two thousand years ago.  Watching this wonderful play is just another way that we can reconnect with the story that is the reason we call ourselves Christians, the death and resurrection of our Lord.

Sometimes the stories of the first Easter can seem so familiar that they lose their impact.  I wonder how the women or the apostles who followed Jesus to Calvary must have felt or Mary as she stood at the foot of the cross after following her son from his arrest, mistreatment and trials and then the long journey to Calvary where he was crucified.  As a mother of four sons I know how I would feel if one of my sons were taken away as Jesus was.  A few years ago, I read a short reflection written by Valerie De Brenni that really touched me as a mother that I would like to share with you.

THE CRUCIFIXION

Through the eyes of Mary

I hate the sound of nails being hammered into wood.  It brings back to me the horror of that day.......     I remember how the sun beat down without mercy as he carried uphill the heavy beam.  Swept along by the milling crowd my eyes glimpsed, now and then, his agony.  Angry voices mocked, jeered in contempt, as he silently struggled.  Finally, as he reached the place, uncaring hands ripped away his garment, holding it aloft for all to see.  The crowd, suddenly silent, waited......    The sound of hammering rang, nails piercing flesh.

I wondered, how did it come to this?  Images flashed through my mind - the warm, new-born baby laid by my side, a wide-eyed child full of fun, the gangling youth learning to be a man.  I remembered how I felt when he had left, accompanied by those who found his presence irresistible.  So many lives had been touched, so many healed.   Why did he always confront and challenge those who had so much power?  There was so much about him that had always puzzled and confused me....      

At last it was finished; his agony was over, his body taken clumsily to the ground.

That night part of me died with him.  Never in my wildest dreams did I dare to believe that this could be anything but the end.  Only time showed me that this death would become resurrection - new life from old, light from darkness.  Only time would heal the trauma of that day.  I understand now it’s meaning......   but, I still hate the sound of nails being hammered into wood.

Jesus died on the cross because He loves us and it is through his suffering that gives witness to God’s special love for those who suffer.  Finding God’s life in the midst of suffering leads to generous sacrifices that are a source of life for those we love.

Jesus, help us to always remember that your commitment to your mission led to your death.  Help us to understand that true life is always achieved through love.  Help us to have love at the core of all we think and do.  And help us to share your love, especially with those who need it the most, those who are poor and marginalised.  Amen

May this Easter be a time of love and joy we can share with others.

 

EASTER SERVICES - MOST HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC CHURCH MURRAY BRIDGE

Holy Thursday, The Lord's Supper - 14th April 7pm

Good Friday, Stations Of The Cross - 15th April 10am

Good Friday, Passion Of The Lord - 15th April 3pm

Easter Vigil - Saturday April 16th 7pm

Easter Sunday Mass 17th April 10am

 

PROJECT COMPASSION

THANKYOU for your generous support for our Project Compassion appeal this year.

Through the family Project Compassion boxes and our Casual Day we raised more than $1,000 to send to Caritas.

 

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

Dear Parents and Carers,

Incredibly, we have come to the end of the first term witnessing our students embracing new learning and well-being experiences positively.  We were pleased that there were limited COVID restrictions to allow so many occasions for our students.  We welcomed our new Reception students and students across all the year levels and their families.  We also welcomed new staff and parish priest, Fr Phillip Marshall, who celebrated our first whole school Mass on Ash Wednesday and another special celebration on St Joseph's Day.  We participated in Catholic Schools swimming, Pancake/Shrove Tuesday, and our own Sports Day event.  Today, we invited parents into the school grounds for the first time to witness our beginning Easter Story plays, performed by the Year 6 class.  The Year 6 students were simply outstanding in their performance. Thank you to Mrs Liebich and the teachers for their guidance and organisation.  A video will be placed on our school Facebook page for those unable to attend.    

It has been an exciting term for our new secondary school students in Years 7 and 8, getting comfortable in their brand-new building and working in specialist Arts, Science and Food Technology areas.   

I would especially like to acknowledge all our students who have contributed generously to this community this term, whether in their daily interactions, their involvement in activities, volunteering for leadership positions or other initiatives.  

On behalf of the St Joseph's staff, we wish you a happy and safe Easter break and an enjoyable and relaxing school holiday.  

Mrs Ros Oates
Principal

 

ANZAC DAY

The school has been asked to participate in the ANZAC Day Dawn Service during the holidays.  I encourage our students and families to come along and join in this special community event.  Thank you to those students for volunteering to participate in the service's official part, representing St Joseph's School, Ella Ireland, Charlotte Ireland and Parker South.  We will be meeting at the old red/brown train carriage at the wharf end of Sturt Reserve at 5.20 am for those interested in gathering as a St Joseph's School group. 

 

UNIFORM UPDATE

A reminder that all students are permitted to wear what items they feel comfortable in during the winter months; however, we encourage them to keep warm with predicted high numbers of possible influenza this season.  This is just a reminder to check that names are clearly labelled on new uniform items.  The most frequently lost items are those that are quickly taken off during the day – jumpers and sports jackets.  This time of year is the worst for lost tops due to children wearing them to school in the morning and taking them off when they start moving around at recess when it is warmer.  Please take a minute to check that your child's garments are clearly labelled with their name.  Stock at Vinnies is coming in daily, but if you cannot get what you need, students are permitted to wear navy coloured school attire that matches our school uniform.  If you have any uniform questions, please make an appointment with Mrs Sonja Smith. 

 
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SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM

Please pray for the following children who are preparing to become fully initiated into the Catholic Church through the celebration of the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Holy Communion in May and June.

Isaac, Guadelupe, Isaac, Leo, Elena, Jake, Same, Fritz and Patreece.

 

St Joseph's School Sports Participation

This term, we have had several sporting events, including State-wide Schools Competition (SAPSASA), Catholic School Sports Program (SACPSSA) and local school representative sporting events.  Today a letter was sent out to all Years 3 – 8 parents outlining the expectations of the student in representing St Joseph's School at all representative events. 

 

SCHOOL BOARD NOMINATION 2022

AGM Tuesday May 17th - 7PM

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REMINDER - STUDENT FREE DAY MONDAY MAY 2nd ( Week 1 Term 2) NOTICE TO PARENTS

Term 2, 2022

A reminder that there are pupil free days on Thursday, April 14 and Monday, May 2. 

Hopefully, you can enjoy spending time with your children; they're extraordinary young people, and we look forward to seeing you all at the beginning of Term 2 on Tuesday, May 3. 

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EASTER RAFFLE

Thank you to all our amazing families and staff for supporting the recent Easter raffle.

Your generous donations were collated to allow 73 raffle prizes and with over 2500 tickets sold we were able to raise approximately $1200.

Congratulations to our top 4 prize winners – Daisy Dang, Amelia Schutz Wellington, Kieran Snow and Bridget Farmer

 
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The Middle Years students sre never too old for an egg hunt!

 
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DEPUTY PRINCIPAL SONJA SMITH

This term Ella Ireland, a Year 7 Middle Years student arranged to meet with me to discuss possible ideas to form an Eco Warriors group in our school. She spoke passionately about how she wanted to improve our whole school approach to sustainability. After our initial conversations, we applied for the 2022 Woolworths Junior Landcare Grant in the hope that some additional funds would help us revitalise our school garden. It has been fantastic to see our four School Sails; Empowered Creator, Engaged Learner, Inquisitive Thinker and Relationship Builder being demonstrated by Ella through bringing to life her ‘Garden to Kitchen’ project idea, sharing this with myself and then inspiring others to join her in improving our school garden.

Ella, Caitlin, and Adelaide met with me again this week to start planning and prioritising how we can begin to make some improvements to our school garden. We visited the garden at lunch time, took photos, talked about equipment, resources, possible visits to local nurseries and how as a group of Eco Warriors we could create a more sustainable and ecological approach in our school garden, while conserving the environment.

The Eco Warriors will meet each Tuesday and Thursday in the school garden to begin transforming sections of the garden, and they are looking forward to sharing their journey, progress, and story with our whole school community.

Congratulations Ella, Caitlin and Adelaide I am very excited about seeing the Eco Warriors in action next term.

 
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Mid Year 2022 and Term 1 2023 Enrolment Process Will Begin This Term

 
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Year 3 Visual Art Appreciation Unit – Australian Artists

This term the Year 3 classes have been learning about Australian symbols and celebrations.  In Visual Arts, the students have looked at Australian Artists.

The Australian Curriculum requires Year 3 students to:

  • Explore ideas and artworks from different cultures and times, including artwork by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, to use as inspiration for their own representations and
  • Present artworks and describe how they have used visual conventions to represent their ideas.

The three Australian Artists we have looked at are: Hans Heyson, Ernie Dingo and Ken Done. 

We looked at the biographies of each Australian Artist and viewed examples of their artwork. We mostly focused on:

  • What Visual Conventions the Artist used in their artworks? and
  • What was their subject matter? 

The students enjoyed creating artworks inspired by the visual conventions of these Australian Artists.

 
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Advance Notice of Testing Dates for 2022

WEEK 3 TERM 2 

Tuesday May 10th to Friday May 13th

WEEK 4 TERM 2

Monday May 16th to Thursday May 19th

 
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SERVING BOARDS CREATED BY MIDDLE YEARS STUDENTS

 

Electives Come Alive in the Middle Years

This Term, the Middle years students have undertaken a Technology Elective and an Arts Elective. The classes were mixed with Year 7 and 8 students combining to give more flexibility to the programs offered.

Technology subjects included: Computer Coding using Python to create a game (using the CS in Schools Program) and Laser Cutting (creation of a serving board as a gift and a LED lamp).

Arts subjects included: Drama (focused on Musical Theatre and the play-Bots) and Media Arts (looking at the social relevance of photos, the art of photography and using programs such as lightroom).

Next Term, the classes swap over.

The Elective Program has been a great success in 2022 and despite covid, the students have managed to produce some excellent work!

Annette Lamont

Leader of Middle Years

 
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Volunteers

At St Joseph's School, we are fortunate to have our experienced and employed Canteen manager, Wilma O'Sullivan.  Now that our restrictions have eased, we are asking for parent volunteers to ensure the successful daily distribution of orders in the canteen.  Volunteers supporting Wilma, allow us to provide a quality service at very reasonable prices.

Being a Canteen volunteer is not at all hard work, but a great way to meet other parents in the school. 
 

All volunteers at St Joseph's School Canteen need to have completed the following:

▪ Working with Children Check (Free through the school)

▪ Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (2 hrs online - Free)
https://www.plink.sa.edu.au/pages/externaldashboard.jsf?menuId=1104&locale=enGB&showbundlekeys=false#/?dashboardId=6
▪ Watch Food Handling Clip (Bug Busters) https://youtu.be/6WJXSy4o1tc

▪ Sign and return the Canteen 2022 Volunteer Form previously sent to families.

 
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Fiss n Chats - Sturt Reserve April 20th

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Fish n Chats - Hume Reserve April 27th

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School Holiday Family Kayaking - Mannum Lions Park April 28th

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Nature Potions & Tinkering - Nature Crafts - April 29th

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Holiday Kayaking - Swanport Reserve - April 21st

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