16th November, Week 6, Term 4

From Our Principal - Mr Brendan Moloney

Dear Families,

At 11am on 11 November 1918, the guns on the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare. The Germans called for an armistice (suspension of fighting) in order to secure a peace settlement. They accepted the allied terms of unconditional surrender.

The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month attained a special significance in the post-war years. It became universally associated with the remembrance of those who had died in the war.

Originally known as Armistice Day, it was renamed Remembrance Day after World War Two to commemorate those who were killed in both World Wars. 

Today as we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, we also keep in our prayers in conflicts that continue around the world. We prayer that peace settles in those lands and resolutions are found to these ongoing conflicts.

2024 Enrolments

We continue to accept enrolments for 2024 across K-6, if you know of any families considering the wonderful learning environment we have here at St. Joseph’s please encourage them to come and have a look. Our school truly is a welcoming place that supports all our learners exceptionally well.

End of School Year

As our Term flies by and we speed towards the end of the school year, please keep an eye on our school calendar and communications for the events that will be taking place during this time.

Reports Published via COMPASS Monday 4^th December

2024 Dates

As we look towards 2024 we ask you to please note the following dates. Tuesday 30^th Jan will be our Staff Administration Day, following this students will be booked in to undertake their Maths Assessment Interviews. The start for our classes will then be Friday 2^nd February.

Questacon science Circus

Last week our students were very lucky to have the team from Questacon visit our school and present a very interesting and informative workshop. I am sure that you have seen the photos on Facebook, we have added some to this newsletter for your reference.

God Bless,

Brendan Moloney

Questacon Science Circus

Mission News

Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

In this week’s Gospel, the “talent” represents a measure. Distribution of talents was unequal and so was the use of them. What does God really expect from us? How can we make best use of the gifts that God has bestowed on each of us for the good of the world and of the Church? We are reminded that God expects a great deal from us because God sees the glory                                                                    within us.  

                                                            (From Celebrating the Lectionary, Year A)

Prayer

Tender God, refuge of the poor, 

You filled Vincent de Paul with the strength of the apostles 

to work for the salvation of the poor 

and the instruction of the clergy. 

May we who follow the example of his life 

be driven by unceasing charity 

to continue the mission of Your Son in the world.

Feast of Christ the King

As we approach the end of the Liturgical year with the celebration of the Feast of Christ the King on November 26, we are preparing ourselves for celebrating this feast day with a Whole School Mass on November 24th. Early Stage One and Stage One are busy preparing for this celebration and we hope to see you there. 

St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal

This year we are again supporting the St Vincent de Paul Christmas appeal. We are asking families to send in non-perishable food items. These items will be placed in a hamper in your child’s classroom. Each class this year will be working towards donating a complete hamper to the Christmas Appeal. 

      Sacramental Dates 2024

The Sacrament of Confirmation will be held on Monday May 20th 2024. 

This Sacrament is for Catholic children who have completed the Sacrament of Baptism. 

Dates for Reconciliation and First Eucharist will be advised as soon as they have been confirmed. 

Save the Date

Friday November 24 Whole School Mass for the Feast of Christ the King @ 930

Monday December 11 Whole School End of year Mass @ 930

Wednesday December 13 Year Six Graduation Mass @ 6pm

Library News

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Library day reminder - K/1/2 - Tuesday

                                                S2 -  Wednesday

                                               S3 -    Thursday

Library has begun sneaking Christmas books out for display, don't be surprised if you see some come home!

Stage 3 was on their way to Bingo this afternoon but sadly the Village have an outbreak of Covid. We will try again next week!

We hope everyone feels better soon.

Mrs Cherie Verrall

Sports News

Intensive swimming 2023

Students have been enjoying swimming this week especially on these warm days. Thank you to Richmond Valley Aquatics and the Coraki Pool for providing the lessons.

Rugby 7's Evans River

On Tuesday a squad played Rugby in a 7's competition in Evans Head. Well done to all who participated, a great day was had by all. Big congratulations to our Stage 3 girls team who won the final. Great work!

Thank you also for the parents who were able to transport students and come along and cheer the teams on.

General Business

Happy Birthday to the following who have celebrated their birthday since our last newsletter: 

Flynn Grande, Mrs Verrall, Tokobi Tucker, Mrs Dawson

P&F & Canteen News

Mangoes will be coming soon, keep an eye out for delivery details.

Save the Date, 7th Dec School Carols night, P&F will he hosting a BBQ on the night.