Megan IMPORTANT DATES DECEMBER JANUARY 2015
NEWSLETTER NO. 39 – 3rd December 2014
IMPORTANT DATES DECEMBER Today – Reports home Friday 5th – Last day of school 8.30am – Year 1 Nativity Play 12pm – School closes
JANUARY 2015 Tuesday 27th – First day of term!
Dear Parents and Friends, Welcome to the last week of the 2014 school year. And what a fantastic year it has been once again. I feel truly blessed to be part of the wonderful school that is St Kieran’s! A big thank you to everyone; staff, students, parents, families and parish – all who have been involved and helped out throughout the year. All that you do is very much appreciated and we would not be able to achieve what we have this year without you all! A fond farewell to our Year Six and Seven classes as they venture off to Secondary School and to all families, staff and friends who are leaving us this year - we will miss you all! We wish you every happiness as you continue on life’s journey! Merry Christmas everyone! Wishing you a safe and happy Christmas Season! And the Grinch, with his grinch-feet ice-cold in the snow, Stood puzzling and puzzling: 'How could it be so?' It came without ribbons! It came without tags! It came without packages, boxes or bags! And he puzzled three hours, 'till his puzzler was sore. Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before! Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more! Dr. Seuss
SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS Monday 8am to 3pm Tuesday to Friday 8am – 4pm
UNIFORM SHOP HOURS Wednesdays - 2pm to 3.30pm
SCHOOL PHONE NUMBER (07) 4744 9000
SCHOOL FAX NUMBER (07) 4743 5925
SCHOOL FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/StKieransMountIsa
Kind regards,
Megan
Megan Wagstaff
GOOD SHEPHERD PARISH MASS TIMES Saturday: Sunday:
6.00pm 7.30am 9.00am 6.00pm
FROM THE APRE WARNING……WARNING: ADVENT VIRUS Be on the alert for symptoms of inner Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. The hearts of a great many have already been exposed to this virus and it is possible that people everywhere could come down with it in epidemic proportions. This could pose a serious threat to what has, up to now, been a fairly stable condition of conflict in the world. Some signs and symptoms of The Advent Virus:
We
BIRTHDAYS DECEMBER 3rd 15th 16th 18th 19th 21st 21st 21st 23rd 24th 24th 25th 27th 31st
Ebony Shakira Nicholas Bernadette Jordan RJ Shaima Domonic Lochlan Harrison Jaxson Matthew Olivia Tarnie
Year 4 Year 6 Year 6 Year 2 Year 7 Year 2 Year 4 Year 6 Year 1 Prep Prep Year 7 Prep Prep
We hope you all have a fantastic day!!
NEWSLETTER ATTACHMENTS Parenting Insights – ‘Oh So Serious’
A tendency to think and act spontaneously rather than on fears based on past experiences. An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment. A loss of interest in judging other people. A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others. A loss of interest in conflict. A loss of the ability to worry. (This is a very serious symptom.) Frequent, overwhelming episodes of appreciation. Contented feelings of connectedness with others and nature. Frequent attacks of smiling. An increasing tendency to let things happen rather than make them happen. An increased susceptibility to the love extended by others as well as the uncontrollable urge to extend it. Please send this warning out to all your friends. This virus can and has affected many systems. Some systems have been completely cleaned out because of it. Christmas blessings to all our St Kieran’s school community and families. May you be watched over during the holiday season and I very much look forward to seeing you all happy and rested in 2015. Good Shepherd Christmas Mass times: Wednesday 24th Vigil Mass 7pm Thursday 25th Midnight 12am Christmas Day, 8am Regards, Chrissy Chrissy Sonego
2015 STAFFING Amendments have been made to the class teachers for next year, with Miss Rebecca Silvini accepting a position in her home town of Ingham. The classes will be; Prep – Miss Gebela Lockwood Year 1 – Miss Kim van Adrichem Year 2 – Miss Laura Marsden Year 3 – Mrs Nicole Trew Year 4 – Mrs Peta Laffin Year 5 – Miss Kristen Merli Year 6 – Miss Lisa Barber Physical Education – Blake McLauchlan Science – Mrs Michelly Barboza APRE/Curriculum – Miss Chrissy Sonego Learning Enrichment – Mrs Danni Germaine Wahoo Thinking –Mrs Tammi Webber
GENERAL NEWS LIBRARY NEWS – RETURN YOUR BOOKS Did you know that by not returning your library book, you affect everyone? Did you know that as school comes to an end this year, that there is currently over $1000 worth of library books and home readers still outstanding? Did you know that this has an impact on the ability to update and improve school resources? Please return your books … GRADUATES Congratulations to Casita Fortune and Jamie Pott, who both graduated last week with a Diploma of Education. HELP NEEDED The next race day meeting at Mt Isa Race Club is on THIS Saturday, 6th December. St Kieran’s is again afforded the opportunity to raise substantial funds for the school and its students. In order to do this, however, we rely on volunteers to help run the bar during numerous shifts throughout the day. Anyone who is willing and able to volunteer their time from 10am is asked to get in contact with the school as soon as possible. Thankyou.
TUCKSHOP NEWS There is no meal deal this Friday, as students finish at 12 midday for their last day of school! The tuckshop is open tomorrow and Friday, but no orders will be taken – available food will be sold over the counter. Happy holidays.
2014 AWARDS 2014 Christian leadership awards … Prep – Jessica Year 1 - Gabrielle Year 2 - Christian Year 3 - Caden Year 4 - Lewis Year 5 - Xavier
Year 6
Year 7
Christian Leadership
Laura
Mason
Glencore awards: Arts
Jian
Ciara
Glencore awards: Mathematics
Laura
Keanna
Glencore awards: Academic
Britta
Kristine
Glencore awards: Sports
Dan M
Linzee-Kate
Brother Walker Literature
Helena & Alison
Lane
The Rob Katter Dedication Award
Seyonaa
Breanna
Rotary Encouragement Awards
Makayla Grace
Kristine
AICC Indigenous Cultural Award
Xian
Josiah
Mount Isa Zonta Clubs
Laura
Breanna
Spirit of St Kieran
Zachary
Matthew
Foundation Wahoo Recognition
Dennis
Anthony
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
FAREWELL YEARS 6 and 7 Years 6 and 7 are about to embark upon the next chapter in their educational life … the move to high school. To send them and departing staff on their way, and to celebrate the efforts of all students in all years, St Kieran’s held a special End of Year Mass last Wednesday, officiated by none other than Fr Mick. A beautiful occasion, and Miss Wagstaff was impressed with all the children and their behaviour. The traditional farewell dinner for students and their families in years 6 and 7 was also held on Monday night, a great night by all accounts.
ST JOSEPH’S VACATION CARE (Vacancies exist for Kindergarten to Year 6 children) St. Joseph’s Vacation Care 7am to 5:30pm operating over the school holidays. Have you considered giving yourself a break over the school holidays by booking your child into St. Joseph’s Vacation Care. The Vacation Care program is displayed in the kindergarten showing all the fun and exciting activities planned. Cost per day: Fully Child Care Rebate (CCR) eligible (Includes breakfast and afternoon tea) $50 (permanent booking) $52 (casual booking) Dates School-age children (Prep to Year 6) Monday 8th December to 19th December 2014 Monday 12th January to 23rd January 2015. Kindergarten-age children: Monday 15th December to 19th December 2014 After-School Care available from 27th January 2015, with bus pick-up from St. Kieran’s School. If you are interested in your child/children attending St. Joseph’s Vacation Care throughout the school holiday period or after-school care, please contact the Townsville Catholic Education Office at [email protected] or phone Melanie or Angela on 47730959 or 1300KINDERGARTEN.
Please note that St Kieran’s school newsletter is now emailed to families. Should you require a hardcopy, please come into the office.
IMPORTANT DATES DECEMBER Today – Reports home Friday 5th – Last day of school 8.30am – Year 1 Nativity Play 12pm – School closes
JANUARY 2015 Tuesday 27th – First day of term!
Dear Parents and Friends, Welcome to the last week of the 2014 school year. And what a fantastic year it has been once again. I feel truly blessed to be part of the wonderful school that is St Kieran’s! A big thank you to everyone; staff, students, parents, families and parish – all who have been involved and helped out throughout the year. All that you do is very much appreciated and we would not be able to achieve what we have this year without you all! A fond farewell to our Year Six and Seven classes as they venture off to Secondary School and to all families, staff and friends who are leaving us this year - we will miss you all! We wish you every happiness as you continue on life’s journey! Merry Christmas everyone! Wishing you a safe and happy Christmas Season! And the Grinch, with his grinch-feet ice-cold in the snow, Stood puzzling and puzzling: 'How could it be so?' It came without ribbons! It came without tags! It came without packages, boxes or bags! And he puzzled three hours, 'till his puzzler was sore. Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before! Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more! Dr. Seuss
SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS Monday 8am to 3pm Tuesday to Friday 8am – 4pm
UNIFORM SHOP HOURS Wednesdays - 2pm to 3.30pm
SCHOOL PHONE NUMBER (07) 4744 9000
SCHOOL FAX NUMBER (07) 4743 5925
SCHOOL FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/StKieransMountIsa
Kind regards,
Megan
Megan Wagstaff
GOOD SHEPHERD PARISH MASS TIMES Saturday: Sunday:
6.00pm 7.30am 9.00am 6.00pm
FROM THE APRE WARNING……WARNING: ADVENT VIRUS Be on the alert for symptoms of inner Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. The hearts of a great many have already been exposed to this virus and it is possible that people everywhere could come down with it in epidemic proportions. This could pose a serious threat to what has, up to now, been a fairly stable condition of conflict in the world. Some signs and symptoms of The Advent Virus:
We
BIRTHDAYS DECEMBER 3rd 15th 16th 18th 19th 21st 21st 21st 23rd 24th 24th 25th 27th 31st
Ebony Shakira Nicholas Bernadette Jordan RJ Shaima Domonic Lochlan Harrison Jaxson Matthew Olivia Tarnie
Year 4 Year 6 Year 6 Year 2 Year 7 Year 2 Year 4 Year 6 Year 1 Prep Prep Year 7 Prep Prep
We hope you all have a fantastic day!!
NEWSLETTER ATTACHMENTS Parenting Insights – ‘Oh So Serious’
A tendency to think and act spontaneously rather than on fears based on past experiences. An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment. A loss of interest in judging other people. A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others. A loss of interest in conflict. A loss of the ability to worry. (This is a very serious symptom.) Frequent, overwhelming episodes of appreciation. Contented feelings of connectedness with others and nature. Frequent attacks of smiling. An increasing tendency to let things happen rather than make them happen. An increased susceptibility to the love extended by others as well as the uncontrollable urge to extend it. Please send this warning out to all your friends. This virus can and has affected many systems. Some systems have been completely cleaned out because of it. Christmas blessings to all our St Kieran’s school community and families. May you be watched over during the holiday season and I very much look forward to seeing you all happy and rested in 2015. Good Shepherd Christmas Mass times: Wednesday 24th Vigil Mass 7pm Thursday 25th Midnight 12am Christmas Day, 8am Regards, Chrissy Chrissy Sonego
2015 STAFFING Amendments have been made to the class teachers for next year, with Miss Rebecca Silvini accepting a position in her home town of Ingham. The classes will be; Prep – Miss Gebela Lockwood Year 1 – Miss Kim van Adrichem Year 2 – Miss Laura Marsden Year 3 – Mrs Nicole Trew Year 4 – Mrs Peta Laffin Year 5 – Miss Kristen Merli Year 6 – Miss Lisa Barber Physical Education – Blake McLauchlan Science – Mrs Michelly Barboza APRE/Curriculum – Miss Chrissy Sonego Learning Enrichment – Mrs Danni Germaine Wahoo Thinking –Mrs Tammi Webber
GENERAL NEWS LIBRARY NEWS – RETURN YOUR BOOKS Did you know that by not returning your library book, you affect everyone? Did you know that as school comes to an end this year, that there is currently over $1000 worth of library books and home readers still outstanding? Did you know that this has an impact on the ability to update and improve school resources? Please return your books … GRADUATES Congratulations to Casita Fortune and Jamie Pott, who both graduated last week with a Diploma of Education. HELP NEEDED The next race day meeting at Mt Isa Race Club is on THIS Saturday, 6th December. St Kieran’s is again afforded the opportunity to raise substantial funds for the school and its students. In order to do this, however, we rely on volunteers to help run the bar during numerous shifts throughout the day. Anyone who is willing and able to volunteer their time from 10am is asked to get in contact with the school as soon as possible. Thankyou.
TUCKSHOP NEWS There is no meal deal this Friday, as students finish at 12 midday for their last day of school! The tuckshop is open tomorrow and Friday, but no orders will be taken – available food will be sold over the counter. Happy holidays.
2014 AWARDS 2014 Christian leadership awards … Prep – Jessica Year 1 - Gabrielle Year 2 - Christian Year 3 - Caden Year 4 - Lewis Year 5 - Xavier
Year 6
Year 7
Christian Leadership
Laura
Mason
Glencore awards: Arts
Jian
Ciara
Glencore awards: Mathematics
Laura
Keanna
Glencore awards: Academic
Britta
Kristine
Glencore awards: Sports
Dan M
Linzee-Kate
Brother Walker Literature
Helena & Alison
Lane
The Rob Katter Dedication Award
Seyonaa
Breanna
Rotary Encouragement Awards
Makayla Grace
Kristine
AICC Indigenous Cultural Award
Xian
Josiah
Mount Isa Zonta Clubs
Laura
Breanna
Spirit of St Kieran
Zachary
Matthew
Foundation Wahoo Recognition
Dennis
Anthony
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
FAREWELL YEARS 6 and 7 Years 6 and 7 are about to embark upon the next chapter in their educational life … the move to high school. To send them and departing staff on their way, and to celebrate the efforts of all students in all years, St Kieran’s held a special End of Year Mass last Wednesday, officiated by none other than Fr Mick. A beautiful occasion, and Miss Wagstaff was impressed with all the children and their behaviour. The traditional farewell dinner for students and their families in years 6 and 7 was also held on Monday night, a great night by all accounts.
ST JOSEPH’S VACATION CARE (Vacancies exist for Kindergarten to Year 6 children) St. Joseph’s Vacation Care 7am to 5:30pm operating over the school holidays. Have you considered giving yourself a break over the school holidays by booking your child into St. Joseph’s Vacation Care. The Vacation Care program is displayed in the kindergarten showing all the fun and exciting activities planned. Cost per day: Fully Child Care Rebate (CCR) eligible (Includes breakfast and afternoon tea) $50 (permanent booking) $52 (casual booking) Dates School-age children (Prep to Year 6) Monday 8th December to 19th December 2014 Monday 12th January to 23rd January 2015. Kindergarten-age children: Monday 15th December to 19th December 2014 After-School Care available from 27th January 2015, with bus pick-up from St. Kieran’s School. If you are interested in your child/children attending St. Joseph’s Vacation Care throughout the school holiday period or after-school care, please contact the Townsville Catholic Education Office at [email protected] or phone Melanie or Angela on 47730959 or 1300KINDERGARTEN.
Please note that St Kieran’s school newsletter is now emailed to families. Should you require a hardcopy, please come into the office.
