Catherine McAuley Catholic Primary School...2018/04/04  · Catherine McAuley Catherine McAuley Catholic Primary School Orange McAuley VI Term 1 -Week 10 - 4th April 2018 Catherine

EXECUTIVE STAFF

Principal

Michael Croke

Assistant Principal

Steve Maguire

Religious Education Coordinator

Robyn Petty

Primary Coordinators

Belinda Forbes

Camille Da Silva Tavares

Catherine McAuley

Catherine McAuley Catholic Primary School

Orange

McAuley VI www.mcauleyorange.catholic.edu.au

Term 1 -Week 10 - 4th April 2018

Catherine McAuley

We are Easter people...

I would like to take this opportunity to wish the McAuley family a happy and

holy Easter.

I do hope as a family you got to experience and remember the suffering and pain

as well as the jubilation in the Resurrection during the Parish Easter

celebrations. Obviously it is easy for children to focus on Easter Eggs and the

parties. However it is our responsibility as Catholics to make sure they are aware

of the powerful story of Easter. It is truly the greatest time for our Church.

During Lent the children were constantly challenged to think about their lives

and think of things that they need to change. At the combined Parish Mass for

Catholic Schools week Fr Greg linked it to the gospel of the day by challenging

us to let Jesus into how hearts to discover what tables he would over turn (things

in our lives that we need to change).

On Holy Thursday the children took part in a powerful Liturgy that highlighted

the Passion of Jesus.

Tuesday morning the school visited the church to discover that Jesus had risen in

a powerful Liturgy. The day was then filled with fun activities, joy and

laughter. The children made Easter hats and paraded in front of the whole school

and many parents and grandparents. It was a great day of celebration to

acknowledge the risen Jesus.

The Easter season lasts for 40 days until the Ascension. I attended Mass outside

the Parish on Easter Sunday and the Priest told us that every morning when we

stir and wake it is like experiencing the new life of the risen Jesus. He suggested

we make the sign of the cross and thank God for each day before we get out of

bed.

Steve Maguire

If a prudent, cautious

beginning is made, there is

every prospect of success.

McAuley Year 2 – Year 6 Athletics Carnival: We had our Year 2 – Year 6 Athletics Carnival on Wednesday. It

was a great day with a lot of school spirit, track and field ability on show. We were extremely lucky with the

weather, it was a beautiful day. A big Thank you to Mrs da silva Tavares, Mrs Covelli and Mrs Haydon for all

their work on the Meet Manager computer program that runs our carnival. Thank you to Mrs Ziola and all her

parent helpers for organising the canteen and feeding us on the day. A big thank you also to all the teachers,

teacher assistants and parents who helped ensure the success of the carnival. Thank you to Mrs Kylie Jordan and

the staff of James Sheahan for all their help on the day the ensure the success of the carnival.

Congratulations to the following children who broke records on the day:

* Boys Junior 800M – Taj Jordan – Kabbarli - 2:59.91

* Boys 10 Years 100M – Taj Jordan – Kabbarli – 14:30

* Boys Junior High Jump – Taj Jordan – Kabbarli – 1.32M

* Boys Junior Long Jump – Taj Jordan – Kabbarli – 3.60M

* Girls 12 Years 100M – Holley Dunn - Kabbarli – 14:36

* Girls Senior 200M – Holley Dunn - Kabbarli – 31:49

* Boys 13 Years 100M – Lachlan Newman - Euroa– 15.26

* Boys Junior Shot Put – George Tancred - Wommera– 7.56M

* Boys 7 Years 100M - Abel Tom – Kabbarli – 19.94

From the Assistant Principal

McAuley School Rules

Faith: God’s rules are: 1. Love God 2. Love others - treat others how you want them to treat you.

BE RESPECTFUL - BE RESPONSIBLE - BE SAFE

FOCUS FOR THE FORTNIGHT:

We are responsible and safe on the playground.

This focus is very important for the safety of all. The majority of the incidents at McAuley occur on the

playground, usually when there is not a teacher nearby. If all students act responsibly and safely on our

playground these incidents would not occur. It is up to the children to act and play appropriately on the

playground. If parents are concerned about any occurrences on the playground they should contact their child’s

class teacher and the incident will be investigated and action taken. If necessary an executive member will be

involved.

Year 2 - Year 6 Athletics Carnival Results:

1st – Kabbarli

2nd – Woomera

3rd – Euroa

4th – Bennelong

Congratulations to the following children who are Age Champions:

7 Years Boy – Abel Tom

7 Years Girl – Ayen Akon

8 Years Boy – Kody Wassow

8 Years Girl – Belvia Bryant

9 Years Boy – Akol Akon

9 Years Girl – Paityn Klaare

10 Years Boy – Taj Jordan

10 Years Girl – Maeve Dean

11 Years Boy – George Tancred

11 Years Girl – Freya Bryant

12 Years Boy – Ryan McNeill

12 Years Girl – Holley Dunn

Congratulations to the following children who are Runner Up Age Champions:

7 Years Boy – Isaac Tavares

7 Years Girl – Isla Callaghan

8 Years Boy – Austin Brooking

8 Years Girl – April Gardiner

9 Years Boy – Bailey Gardiner & Archie Adamson

9 Years Girl – Heidi Plokstys

10 Years Boy – Tomma Tancred

10 Years Girl – Sophie Hogben

11 Years Boy – Nicholas Rowland

11 Years Girl – Mia Fabar - Robey

12 Years Boy – Lachlan Newman & Callum Wilcox

12 Years Girl – Rachel Masling

Diocesan Winter Sports Trials: Congratulations to all the children who trialed at the recent Bathurst Diocesan

Winter Trials. Special mention to the following students who were selected in The Bathurst Diocesan Teams to

attend the Polding trials. Rachel Masling (Netball), Joe Madigan and Noah Richards (Soccer), Lucy Haydon, Luke

Hogarth and Mark Jachi (Hockey), Taj Jordan and George Tancred (11Years Rugby League). We wish these

children the best of luck at the Polding Trials.

Whole School Assembly: 5F will present their work at the next Whole School Assembly Friday 6th April

commencing at 12.30pm in Kenna Hall. All welcome.

McAuley Cross Country: The McAuley Cross Country will be held at Elephant Park tomorrow Friday 6th

April. All children participating in the Cross Country are to wear Sports Uniform tomorrow. Children will catch

the bus to and from Elephant Park.

Steve Maguire

Winning House Sports Captains - Kabbarli

Age and Runner Up Age Champions

Absent:

Nicholas Rowland

Akol Akon

Bailey Gardiner

From the Religious Education Coordinator

Easter: I hope everyone had a very happy Easter, and didn’t eat too much chocolate! Easter Sunday is such a

wonderful celebration. After all the sadness and reflection of Lent and Holy Week, we are able to look forward

with such great hope to our future. Even though we celebrate these events every year, we are at a different place

in our lives each time. By embracing the Easter Story, we have a wonderful opportunity to be nurtured by God,

and re-connect with what is really important in life. I hope Easter this year brought great joy and “new life” to

you and your family.

Children’s Stations of the Cross: If you were able to join us last Thursday for our Stations of the Cross, I’m sure

you would be as amazed as I was, at both the clever and creative photos that made up our presentation of Jesus’

final journey to His Crucifixion. A very big “thank you” to all Staff and Students on this wonderful effort. I’m

sure this amazing presentation helped many to truly walk with Jesus, and was a wonderful way to start the Holy

Week Tridium. Yesterday morning we gathered to witness the final Station – the Resurrection, beautifully

presented by Year 6. Thank you to all parents and family members who were able to join us either last Thursday

or Tuesday as we reflected on Jesus’ Passion and joyfully celebrated His Resurrection. It was lovely to have you

with us. This brought a lovely conclusion to our Easter Celebrations.

Project Compassion: It is time to return our Project Compassion boxes, and I thank you on behalf of Caritas for

your wonderful generosity towards those less fortunate than ourselves. With your help, we really will be able to

support ‘a just future’ for those who so desperately need our support. If you have your boxes at home, could I

ask that these be returned before the end of this term, so that we are able to forward on the money to Caritas

Australia to continue their wonderful work. Thank you once again for your continued support.

Sacramental Program 2018: The first Sacrament we will be celebrating this year is First Holy Communion.

This will take place at the Parish Masses on the weekend of 2nd and 3rd June 2018. The Parent Meeting for

First Communion will be next week: Wednesday, 11th April at 9.30am in Kenna Hall, and repeated on

Thursday 12th April at 7pm in Kenna Hall. (You only have to attend one of these meetings) If you have a

child in Year 3 or older and you wish them to receive this Sacrament, it is important that you attend this meeting,

and should have already had a meeting with one of the priests. Please contact me if you have any questions.

Wishing you a great week,

God Bless,

Robyn Petty

Almighty God,

by the glorious resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ,

you have broken the power of death

and brought life and immortality to light;

grant that we who have been raised with him

may rejoice in the hope of eternal glory;

through him who lives and reigns with you

and the Holy Spirit, one God now and for ever.

Amen.

Richardson/ Peachey Shield

Harmony Day

The below display of children's work was in the Orange City Library for Harmony Day. Many children from

Catherine McAuley went in the competition illustrating the importance of harmony between cultures.

Congratulations to Juliyat Jojo who won first prize and Charlotte Collins who came third.

The children's paintings will now be sent to the state competition to be judged by the Harmony Day organisers!

Good luck to all the wonderful artists from infants and primary classes.

Helen Croke

Tuckshop Roster

Tuckshop Roster—Commencing Monday 9th April to Friday 13th April 2018

Day 9.30am—11.30am 11.30am—2.00pm

Monday K. Vial -

Tuesday R. Wasow

Wednesday M. Gersbach

Thursday C. Miller, K. D’ombrain

Friday D. Wilton, P. Taberner Libby Johnson, S. Cannon

(10.30am A. Edwards, M. Vaughan)

Tuckshop Ph: 6362 0942 ^^when available ** 1 hr only

Happy Birthday to the following

students who have birthdays this week:

Elsie Vial Cooper Johns Harry Mulligan

Tyse Rolton Zak Wright Darcy Kelly

Ayen Akon Mia Johns Emerson Allen

Vittorio Manca

Year 4 Plays

The year 4 classes have been enthusiastically rehearsing their class plays this term and will be

performing them for the school community in Kenna Hall on the following days:

4B Friday 6th April - 2.20-2.35pm

4G Wednesday 11th April - 2.20-2.35pm

4P Thursday 12th April - 2.20-2.35 pm

Hope you can come

Anne Allan

Ever thought of playing Rugby Union?

Orange City Junior Rugby is a

family-friendly, inclusive club who

would love you to consider playing with

us!!

Open to boys and girls of all ages,

there is still plenty of time to join, if

you are interested please come along.

Come and meet the coaches for

the season and have a training

run

Tuesday or Thursday (Juniors)

Friday (Wallas)

5pm to 6pm

At Waratahs - Pride Park

Walla’s - u7’s, u9’s, u11’s

Juniors – u13’s, u 15’s, u 17’s

We look forward to seeing a return of

old faces and we also welcome all new

players and their families.

For further details

Tim 0417 686 596

Catherine McAuley Catholic Primary

School

90 Hill Street,

ORANGE NSW 2800

Telephone: (02) 6361 3344

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.mcauleyorange.catholic.edu.au

Interesting Fact of the Week

Did you know the average human

takes 7 minutes to fall asleep.

Mass Times

St Mary’s Church - Saturday 6:00pm

- Sunday 9:30am

St Joseph’s Church - Sunday 8:00am

- Sunday 6:00pm

Friday 6th April

McAuley Cross Country

Friday 6th April

5F Assembly 12.30pm

Friday 6th April

4B Play - Kenna Hall 2.20 - 2.35pm

Tuesday 10th April

JSCHS Year 7 Enrolments close

Wednesday 11th April

1st Communion Meeting—Kenna Hall at 9.30am

Wednesday 11th April

4G Play - Kenna Hall 2.20 - 2.35pm

Thursday 12th April

4P Play - Kenna Hall 2.20 - 2.35 pm

Thursday 12th April

1st Communion Meeting—Kenna Hall at 7.00pm