Positive Relationships are key to fulfilling our mission. St Joseph’s Staff pride themselves, and are committed, to working in partnership and nurturing respectful relationships with all parents and carers. We use Restorative Practices to help build personal and social capability (being self-aware, collaborative, and socially adept).
Our Respectful Relationship policy can be found below.
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Please note that the school gates are open at 8:30 am. Formal supervision begins at 8:30 am. Children who arrive before 8:30 am will be directed to Before School Care. Fees Apply.
Supervision is provided after school from 3:10 until 3:30 pm. Children not collected from either Bertie or Albemarle Street will be taken to After school care in the school hall. Fees Apply.
OHSC has a licence for 60 students. It is important to book as we can not exceed this limit.
It is pleasing to see so many children and families using the crossing to walk safely across the street. It is concerning to see parents and carers continuing to perform ‘u turns‘ or ‘3 point turns’ so close to the crossing. Please DO NOT undertake ‘3 point’ turns or ‘U’ turns near the kiss and drop area. Please note that council infringement officers will be patrolling the area regularly and infringement notices will be issued when vehicles are not following the rules.
Please come and meet all Board Members on February 17.
The School Board will meet on 17 February directly after the AGM to decide on office bearers’ positions. If you wish to raise any matter with the school board at any time throughout the year, you can approach any member of the board personally or send an email to info@sjsh.catholic.edu.au and the matter will be tabled and discussed at meetings which are held monthly.
2021 School Board Members
Thank you to all members of the community who voted.
The newly elected members of our School Board are:
Personal hygiene and the hygiene standards in our school are critical to reducing the risk of infection.
All children and staff will need to continue to:
SA Health encourages parents to provide children with their own personal, labelled and named drink water bottles. These can then be refilled at the drink fountains or water taps, rather than children drinking directly from the taps.
Parents will need to maintain social distancing when in the school yard or in classrooms. This is subject to change as we follow SA Health regulations.
As there is a greater number of students who have medical conditions, are anaphylactic or have allergies and food intolerances that are very serious, as well as, the need to maintain safe practices regarding COVID, children are not permitted to share food. Therefore, cakes, lollies or other treats for birthday or other celebrations can not be brought to school. Your cooperation and understanding is very much appreciated. Every child matters! No nut products please.
We are a NUT AWARE preschool and school.
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We are in the Red Zone
Much of metropolitan Adelaide and some areas of the Riverland are currently in fruit fly outbreak or suspension areas.
To help South Australia fight fruit fly becoming an established pest, the following movement restrictions apply until at least Thursday 15 April 2021.
If you live in an outbreak or suspension area to Fruit and fruiting vegetables that can be infected by fruit fly (visit www.pir.sa.gov.au/fruitfly-produce) must not be packed into lunch boxes or otherwise moved around while restrictions are in place.
You must keep your fresh home-grown fruit or fruiting vegetables on your property. You can eat, cook or preserve your own home-grown produce.
Shop-bought fruit and fruiting vegetables that can be infected by fruit fly must be kept secure when taken home – this means in a sealed bag or container – and it must then be consumed at home.
What fruit and fruiting vegetables can be infected by fruit fly?
You can view the complete list of what you must not pack into lunch boxes at www.pir.sa.gov.au/fruitfly-produce
What fruit or fruiting vegetables can I pack in lunchboxes as an alternative?
Fresh alternatives include pineapple, melons ( watermelon, rockmelon, and honeydew), cucumber, carrots, lettuce, broccoli, celery, mushrooms, and asparagus.
Other options include cooked fruit, processed fruit (such as fruit straps), fruit puree, canned fruit or frozen fruit.If parents have any queries as to which fruit or fruiting vegetable are affected, please visit: www.pir.sa.gov.au/fruitfly
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We would like to set up a CHESS CLUB. We are looking for any interested parents who may like to be involved with our students at lunchtime or after school coaching and assisting with the games. If you would like to be involved can you please let us know at the front office.
Day/Time: During lunch or after school (can be negotiated to suit you)
Volunteers are needed to help prep lunch orders and serve during recess and lunch. If you're interested please let the front office know.
Days Available:
Parent volunteers are needed to help run Breakfast Club in the Community Kitchen. If you're interested please let the front office know.
Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (select a day that suits you)
Time: 8.30am - 9.00am
Where: in the Community kitchen (in the Hall)
Ash Wednesday also marks the beginning of the annual Caritas Australia Project Compassion Appeal. Donations to Project Compassion allows Caritas Australia, the Catholic Agency for International Aid and Development, to work with local communities around the world to alleviate poverty, hunger, oppression and injustice.
As a school, during Lent, we raise funds for Caritas Project Compassion. Our first fundraiser, pancakes was held today. Thank you to the families who donated pancake mix and toppers. Thank you also to the parents who gave up their time to cook and serve pancakes today.
We encourage you to put your compassion into action this Lent through your prayer, fasting and almsgiving by supporting Project Compassion. Each family will receive a Project Compassion box for their donations or you can donate online via the Caritas Australia website at: lent.caritas.org.au
We begin our annual Lenten Project Compassion journey by learning about the story of Jamila and her family. Jamila, 22, is a Rohingya woman, living in the world’s largest refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. A single mother, she fled armed conflict in Myanmar to save herself, her elderly mother and eight-month-old baby.
With the support of Caritas Australia, through Caritas Bangladesh, Jamila was able to access emergency food and shelter. She also received counselling, emotional support and learnt sewing skills, to help her earn an income. Jamila now feels less alone, with a sense of community around her. She is able to ‘Be More’ to her little family.
Watch a short film about Jamila’s story here.
Information and registration forms regarding the 2021 Hindmarsh-Findon Parish Sacramental Program will be distributed this week.
Children who are baptised in the Catholic faith and are in Year 3 or above are eligible to register and be involved in this program.
The sacrament of Reconciliation preparation will be undertaken in Term 1, with children receiving this Sacrament after our School Mass in Week 7.
Year 2R are working on the Image of the child.
Our focus has been the HEART. What do we love?
The children had to illustrate what love means to them. We also had a discussion about what shape our heart is. The children drew their own hearts and how they work. We linked our conversation about the heart to the Scared Heart of Jesus. The children agreed that our Heart was created by Jesus. You are born with Love in your heart and it never dies. We learnt the meaning of the Sacred Heart and then using our Art Journals and our artist eye, drew a sketch of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Students who played After School Sport in 2020 will be presented with their participation medals on Wednesday 24th February at the Yr 5/6 Unit Assembly.
All games are at St Clair Recreation Centre, 108 Woodville Rd, Woodville. Games commence in Week 5.
Fixtures can be found at https://sportfix.net/StClairRecreationCentre
(We currently have 3 players interested in this team. Please email rkel@sjsh.catholic.edu.au if you have a Reception or Year 1 child who is interested in playing so this team can commence!)
Students will be provided with a school Netball/Basketball top which is to be worn with school shorts. Bring your own drink bottle. Parents will need to collect their child’s top from the school office when they pay their fees which must be done prior to the first game.
We currently have teams in the following competitions:
R-2 Cricket Clinic Registrations are now open!
Junior Cricket Blast is a Cricket Skills program for R-2 students.Cricket Blast will run on Wednesday afternoons at school from 3:15-4:00pm commencing in Week 6. The six week program costs $99. Parents will need to register their child at the following link:
Play cricket at St Joseph's School - Hindmarsh Please note: this program will only run if minimum numbers are reached.
Yr 2/3 School Cricket
Cricket games are held Saturday mornings at 8:30am Woodville South, with some games held on Friday evenings at Port Adelaide.
Schedules for games can be found at http://pscomp.sa.cricket.com.au/common/pages/public/rv/draw.aspx?entityid=27543&id=RVFIXTURE&
There is still room for 2-3 more players in Yr 2/3 cricket. Please contact Mrs Keller if you are interested in joining!
We have two teams in this competition:
At St Joseph’s WE LOVE LACROSSE! Some of our past students commenced playing for St Joseph’s when they were aged 8-10 and are now playing for local clubs and even for South Australia! We would love to continue to develop our lacrosse program at St Joseph’s and hope to enter a team this season. Lacrosse is open to students of all ages.
If you are interested please nominate using the following link: http://bit.ly/39nJi8R
Soccer - Nominations Closing 19th February 2021
If you have not yet nominated for Term 2-3 Soccer it’s not too late! Soccer games are held on Saturday mornings at St Clair and West Lakes. Please nominate for soccer at the following link http://bit.ly/39nJi8R
SAPSASA Softball
Western SAPSASA is hoping to enter a team into the state carnival and is seeking interest from boys and girls to attend trials commencing on Friday February 19th. Students do not need to have softball experience. If you are interested, please contact Nomination Manager John Merrett 0419670266.
Softball Clinics
We have commenced clinics during PE lessons with two coaches from Softball SA! The students have been learning a range of ball skills, including using softball gloves. The students have thoroughly enjoyed working with Mary-Kate and Jesse. Keep an eye on SeeSaw for photos of the students in action!
Year 3-6 Swimming Carnivals
This year our school will be entering a team into the SACPSSA Swimming Carnival. The SACPSSA Carnival is being held at SA Aquatic Centre on 18th March at 1:00pm. Students wishing to compete at this carnival will need to attend trials at the Thebarton Pool on Thursday February 25th from 7:30am-8:15am. For more information please see the form which is now live on the SkoolBag app.
SAPSASA Swimming
Students wishing to attend the SAPSASA Swimming trials for selection in the Western SAPSASA Swimming Team will need to attend trials at Immanuel Pool on March 5. Our school will not be sending a staff member to this event so students wishing to trial will need to attend with a parent. Please contact Western SAPSASA Convenor Trevor Hall for more information. trevorhall@adam.com.au
This week the blue group read the book 'I’m Special' that features children explaining their special gifts and talents. After reading the book at the library, the children were asked to share why they are special……… “Soccer, drawing lovely pictures, eating donuts, playing with trains, doing the splits, painting, making with Lego, listening to stories, playing with dolls, climbing on the playground”.
Asian communities throughout the world and here in Adelaide are celebrating the year of the Ox. On Friday, Alina wore her traditional Vietnamese dress to Preschool and Nanaati came along with a sarong featuring a large dragon. Along with the rest of the group, we paraded around the school to share our new year greetings!
After parading with Ms Halbert’s Lion costume and other props, the children worked together and made a lion for the Preschool using a large box and other art materials. At Preschool, children connect with and contribute to their world when they show increasing respect for diversity.
In Chinese culture, the lion symbolizes power, wisdom, and superiority. People perform lion dances at Chinese festivals or big occasions to bring good fortune and chase away evil spirits. ... It is performed to bring prosperity and good luck for the upcoming year.
Welcome back to another year of Book Club. Orders are placed directly with Scholastic using the very easy to use ‘Loop’ payment system. Orders are processed after the closing date, then posted to the school, being distributed through the classes.
Order you Lucky Book Club here:
https://mybookclubs.scholastic.com.au/Parent/Login.aspx
Issue 1 of ‘Book Club’ have been given out today and will close at 9am Monday 22nd February, 2021.
Any queries please see Ms Carmody
Did you know St Joseph’s School Hindmarsh has been part of Credit Union SA’s School Community Rewards program since 2018?
The program brings a direct financial benefit to our school and is available for you to participate in at any time.
Who is Credit Union SA?
Credit Union SA is South Australia's third largest credit union, with over 50,000 members, and unlike the major banks, Credit Union SA’s profits go back to their members and the communities they live in.
How does School Community Rewards work?
The School Community Rewards program allows you to nominate our school to receive a financial benefit for every product you have with Credit Union SA. So every home loan, car loan, insurance or savings account held by you will generate an ongoing annual benefit for our school.
You’ll get the benefits of Credit Union SA’s great rates and products, while also raising funds for our school without having to donate your time or money!
How will it help our school?
Funds generated through the School Community Rewards program will help us develop and upgrade our facilities, allowing us to further create a fantastic learning environment for all students.
We have already raised over $2,000 through the program. We are using this money towards the school grounds redevelopment. So just imagine what we could achieve with greater involvement from our School community.
Where can I find more information?
To find out more about how School Community Rewards benefits our school please talk to our School Community Rewards representative, Lucy Brooks on 0428 787 230.
All members of the school community must consider their own circumstances and obtain their own advice before joining School Community Rewards. The school takes no responsibility for any advice or product offered by Credit Union SA Ltd. This information is general in nature and does not take into account your own personal circumstances. It is important for you to consider the terms and conditions or Product Disclosure Statement before acquiring any of our products or services to help you decide whether they are suitable for you. Conditions and fees apply. Lending criteria apply to all.
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