St Pat's News

Principal: Olga Lyons

Deputy Principal: Peter Sanderson

Parish Priest: Fr. John Corrigan

Phone: 55681371

We Acknowledge the Gunditjmara people, the Traditional Owners of the land on which we are gathered today.

We respect and honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and future. We acknowledge their stories, traditions and living cultures on this land and commit to building a brighter future together.

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

This week we gained a sense of normality with busy classroom schedules, specialist programs, unit assessments, 3/4 Hoop Time and hopefully assembly tomorrow.  Just a regular week really, but now... we are hearing that a 3 day lockdown may be imminent. I will send a letter home  if and when the announcement is made. Stay Tuned!

An important event in our school calendar is the First Eucharist celebration for the 17 Year 5s who are participating.  The children will receive their First Eucharist on Sunday August 15 at 10:30am in the Parish Church.  We wish them well as they complete their preparation booklets with their families. 

One of our biggest community events is the Spring Time Fair.  Our Parents & Friends committee are currently making plans for it and would love some new and energetic parents (mums & dads) to get involved to lighten the load.  Please contact Renee Killen if you are able to be involved. 

Kind regards,

Olga Lyons, Principal

This year we are celebrating 200 years of Catholic education in Australia, marking the bicentenary of the first Catholic school established in Parramatta in October 1820.

Parents and carers are the primary educators of their children, and as crucial partners in each student’s learning journey. To recognise the significant contribution families have made to the foundation, growth and continuity of Catholic schools in Australia over 200 years, a Family Week will be celebrated nationally from 8 August 2021 - 14 August 2021.

The week coincides with the Feast Day of Australia’s First Saint, Mary MacKillop, who was a passionate educator and advocate for children and families, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

For more information about bicentenary visit www.200years.catholic.edu.au

Year 3 / 4 HOOPTIME RESULTS and Other Sports News.

Year 3 / 4 children participated in the 2021 Annual Hoop Time Basketball competition on Tuesday.  It was a weird day without spectators.  A little bit like the Olympics without the world class athletes!  Nevertheless, our players threw themselves into the action and gave their very best efforts for the day.  Four teams represented St Patrick’s and all teams played four matches each.

The All-Stars Boys and Girls both had wins on the day and advanced to the semifinals but were unable to win these and play off in a grand final.  

The Rookies improved game by game throughout the day and were able to hit the scoreboard more as the day progressed.  A big thank you to Adrian Hallam for coaching our first time players.  

Our Future Stars team played very well all day and were undefeated going into their semi final before also losing in a closely contested match.  St Patrick’s students played all day with good sportsmanship and support for their fellow teammates.  Thanks also to Miss Osborne and Xavier for coaching on the day.

Year 5 / 6 children will have their opportunity to participate in Hoop Time on Tuesday August 17th.

In other sports news our Moyne District winning football team will compete at the next level regionals in Warrnambool next Thursday 12th August.  A venue and date is yet to be confirmed.  Excitingly, our first ever all girls Aussie rules footy team will compete the following week also and a date and venue is also yet to be confirmed.  We will inform students and parents of all the necessary information once it comes to hand.

From Monday August 16, all student must be wearing their school hat. Our Sun Smart Policy states that hats must be worn from Mid August to the end of April.

The school has had to make a decision regarding student birthdays.  No food, cakes or lollies can be brought into the school to share with their classmates. We have a number of children with allergies and the school needs to ensure everyone's safety.

Birthdays will still be celebrated by their teacher and classmates with a birthday song and recognised at our assemblies.

We hope the families listed here are able to make the alternative date of August 14.  This working bee is essential to our preparation for the building project due to begin in October.  Janine will message these families to check their availability. 

Phillip Seath, Aaron & Tamara Wright, Shane Lenehan, Kristan Braun & Andrew Kirkpatrick, Vincent Parkinson, Kristen & Adam Sheehan, Rohan Bourke, Ash Cryer, Rob Winter, Paulaida & Greg Fitzsimmons, Clare & Anthony Leddin, Rhea Thomas, Adam Brian, Simon Knee

Our school is participating in the Australian Dental Health Victoria program. A dental van will visit the school on Monday November 22. The School Dental Initiative forms were sent home with your child, if this has been misplaced, you can collect one from the office.

This is a voluntary program and if you wish for your child to be part of the program please return your form to your child's teacher by Monday October 18.

BOOKCLUB ORDERS HAVE CLOSED FOR ISSUE 5

Future orders can be made by sending the order form and cash to the school office or via the online LOOP. Directions on how to use the LOOP are on the order page.

Board Game Club is on every Wednesday from 1.45pm-2.15pm in the Library. Students need to write their name on the Sign Up sheet outside the ICT Room. Only the first 25 student will be able to join in.

SPORTING SCHOOLS WILL BE ON WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS FOR TERM 3. THE SPORTS FOR THIS TERM WILL BE BASKETBALL AND GYMNASTICS.

Attendance forms are located on the Skoolbag App. Attendance slips must be filled out by 10am for each day your child is attending Sporting Schools. Any child without an attendance form will not be permitted to attend. 

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