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To live, to learn, love in all things...N e w s l e t t e r

St Joseph’s School

Phone: (08) 8842 3830 | www.stjoclar.catholic.edu.au

17 SEPTEMBER 2014WEEK 9 - TERM 3

IMPORTANT DATES

Well the “Village” certainly has been active again: school photos, parent teacher interviews, Dad’s Day, new Reception students transitioning, staff attending professional development opportunities, JP students attending a performance in the Barossa, School Board meeting, Road Safety presentation here at school, cricket carnival, pupil free day (staff working on Assessment & Reporting) and, finally, Sporting Colours Day. All that in a 2 week period!!

PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWSFirstly, I would like to thank the staff for the time they spent preparing for Parent Teacher Interviews and, secondly, for the time they commit to the evenings. I trust you were able to celebrate the successes of your child or set learning/social goals to enable them to be more successful.

Unfortunately some parents missed notes about the Parent Teacher Interviews, missed set interview times, or sent interview time requests in well after the cut-off time.

I have reviewed our processes here:

• dates were published in the calendar which was sent home in Week 1.

• invitation for Parent Teacher Interview was sent home with newsletter Week 3.

• confirmation of interviews were sent home in Week 6.

All of this information was also on our website (apart from the last point). I’m not sure what more we can do to improve this process. Communication needs to be a two-way process.

NAPLANLast week the Year 3, 5 & 7 NAPLAN results were sent home with students. Once again our results were significantly higher than the state and national average. NAPLAN is a one-off snapshot of the Literacy & Numeracy of these children. The teaching staff will review the results and look for areas of strength or areas which need attention. If you would like to discuss your child’s results, please contact either the class teacher or myself.

DAD’S DAYOnce again our Dad’s Day was extremely well supported. We are currently reviewing the feedback for the event and will use this to inform actions for future Dads’ Days. Special thanks to those who catered for the lunch.

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulation to Jeremy, Jessica, Isaac and Evie Wilksch on the birth of baby “Ned”.

HAND, FOOT & MOUTHThere have been a number of cases reported in the district, including one case of a sibling in one of our families. We are providing this information just to alert you.

From the Principal...

Dear parents & friends of St Joseph’sSchool, Clare,

CONTACT US: ST JOSEPH’S SCHOOL29 Victoria Road, Clare S.A. 5453 Phone (08) 8842 3830 Fax (08) 8842 3410EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.stjoclar.catholic.edu.au

SEPTWed 17 Footy ColoursThur 25 AssemblyFri 26 Fete

End term - 2.15pm

OCT13 Term 4 commences22-24 Yr 5 & 6 Camps25 - 30 Yr 7 CanberraNOVMon 17 School ConcertDECWed 10 Graduation

FETE NEWS

PRODUCE STALLWith 1 week to go until the Parish and School Fete

– the Produce Stall is looking for your help!

We are desperately looking for donations of the following:

Jams, sauces and chutneys (need ingredients list please)

Herbs and any other garden produce you might have spare like bunches of spinach, oranges,

OR lemonsFlowers

Fresh eggsOlive oil

Items can be left at the School front office or please contact me to arrange collection. We would

prefer most items before the fete so that pricing and labelling can be done in advance.

Produce Stall Convenor – Karen van Dulken [email protected] or 0427 759 067

CRAFT STALLYour last chance to get ‘Crafty’.

As we know the fete is here on Friday 26 September. Please drop your craft items off at either the front

office at school by Wednesday 24 or at the Town Hall on Thursday 25.

We sincerely thank you for your time and effort.Any volunteers to help on the day would be

greatly appreciated. Naomi Jaeschke.

BAKE STALLAre you in the mood for baking? The bake stall would

love any donations of baked goods for next week’s FETE. Anything from chocolate cakes to carrot cakes, cupcakes to muffins, brownies to jelly slice, sausage

rolls to pastie slice. Whatever you would like to make we will gratefully accept. Please remember this is a

nut free fete. THANK YOU in advance for your baking donations. Eggs also accepted!

Contact Rachael Bell on 0419839460. Drop off at Town Hall on Thursday 25 afternoon or

Friday morning of the fete.

FETEThe excitement continues to grow as our students eagerly look forward to the Fete. Below is a copy of the Fete timetable. We suggest that the children bring $10. Younger children will be accompanied by buddies who will assist them with their money. You may wish to send along a bag which will allow them to carry their “treasures”. Special thanks to all those who are working towards another successful Fete.God bless, Peter Shearer.

TIME CLASSES

DEPART SCHOOL 9:15AM AT FETE 9.30-10.15 AM YEAR 7 & RECEPTION

DEPART SCHOOL 9:45AM AT FETE 10-10:45 AM YEAR 5 & YEAR 2/3

DEPART SCHOOL 10:15 AM AT FETE 10:30-11:15 AM YEAR 4 & YEAR 1

DEPART SCHOOL 10:45AM AT FETE 11-11:45 AM YEAR 3 & REC/YR 1

DEPART SCHOOL 11:15 AM AT FETE 11.30-12.15 PM YEAR 2 & YEAR 6

RELIGIOUS EDUCATIONMASS TIMESSaturday - Sevenhill - 6.00pmSunday - Clare - 5pm 21 September

Kelsie MacDonald, Emma Lawson, Ruby & Grace Frick.

Sunday - Clare - 5pm 28 September

Volunteers required

FRIDAY MASSESThe Year 6 Class Mass scheduled for this Friday has been postponed .

New date to be advised.There will be no Mass on Friday 26 September due to the Fete. SACRAMENTAL REVIEW: RECONCILIATION, FIRST EUCHARIST AND CONFIRMATIONDuring Week 8 surveys came home to families of those children who took part in the Sacramental Program this year. Thank you those who have filled these in and returned them. We ask if you have not had the opportunity to fill yours in, that you consider doing so and return it to the Front Office by Friday 19 September. If you have misplaced or did not receive a form, please pop in to the Front Office to grab one. Your feedback will help to inform our planning for next year’s Sacramental Program.

ALTAR SERVER TRAININGThis Thursday the children who have been undertaking Altar Server Training will have their final lesson. Once training is completed these students will be able to serve at both Friday Masses and at parish Masses on weekends. Thank you to Brian Duke and Maureen Duke for giving up their time to train the students. Congratulations to: Charlotte Smith, Alice Hart-Lamont, Bethany Mader, Tom Cook, Ned Ross, Harrison White, Ellie Redden, Declan O’Dea, Lara Degenhardt and Paryss Maunder.CATHOLIC CHARITIES 2014 APPEALWith this week’s newsletter you will receive the Catholic Charities brochure inviting you to support their many good works in South Australia. Please return donation envelopes directly to the Catholic Charities Appeal address. Postage costs are not required.Below is a letter from Archbishop Philip Wilson inviting you to do what you can to support this worthwhile appeal.

Dear Brothers and Sisters,I would like to take the opportunity to thank youfor your loyal and continuous support of Catholic Charities, which has been invaluable for our work with the vulnerable and disadvantaged in our community.As you will see from the stories in this brochure, it is through the generosity of people like you that Catholic Charities is able to support agencies which:• Empower men and women dealing with complex issues such as homelessness, domestic violence, mental illness, and substance abuse; • Reach out to members of our community who may be lonely or isolated and welcome them into the vibrant Aboriginal Catholic Ministry; • Provide dedicated teachers at Our Lady of La Vang and St Patrick’s Special Schools; • Help members of the Catholic Deaf Community to learn and understand about God and their own Faith;• Provide accommodation and respite care foradults and young people with intellectual disabilities.With your support, Catholic Charities ensures thatthese works continue to grow and make a difference.

Yours sincerelyMost Rev Philip Wilson DD JCLArchbishop of Adelaide

COMMEMORATIVE PRAYER CARD TO MARK THE CENTENARY OF THE END OF WORLD WAR 1This week each family will also receive a prayer card from the Archdiocese of Adelaide which pays tribute to all those who lost their lives as a result of World War One. The Bishop invites you to take the time to pray this prayer as a family.

VALUE OF THE WEEKValue of the week: FlexibilityACTION- Be flexible through the changes in your life.The word of God: Isaiah 43:19 See, I am doing something new! Now it springs forth, do you see it?

THOUGHT OF THE WEEKThe future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

Paula ClarkAPRIM

PROGRAM ACHIEVE

THANK YOU to all our dads and other significant males who contributed so enthusiastically to the resounding success of Dad’s Day 2014. It was very impressive to see over 140 dads and other significant males, interacting so positively with their children, staff and each other. The day was a strong affirmation to the children that you care and are interested and involved in their education.

The feedback from staff and students echoed the views of the dads as to the importance of having such opportunities to engage dads with their children’s learning.

We will look to ways to use the positive momentum that the day generated and continue to build on the partnership with parents.

A VERY BIG THANK YOU also to the dedicated team of mums who took up the not insignificant task of providing a delicious lunch for 400 PLUS people!

The Staff St Joseph’s School.

PROGRAM ACHIEVEPROGRAM ACHIEVE

Confidence(continued)

In our last newsletter wenoted that a good way to promote confidence in our children is to teach them that the way we think about what we are doing will influence how confident we feel, and our ultimate degree of success.

Positive habits of the mind (e.g. accepting myself and taking risks) help build confidence while negative habits of the mind (e.g. self-downing, needing to be perfect) act as blockers or barriers to success. Other positive habits of the mind that help to build confidence include:

BeingIndependentv Needing Constant Approval

• Encourage them to speak their own opinions and try new things (have a go) and not worry too much what others think.

• Ask them to check with their catastrophe scales how bad it really is when someone puts them down or laughs at their attempts at something new.

• Explain the motto ‘sticks and stones can break my bones but words can never hurt me’.

• Carefully explain that while it is important to be liked, no one needs to be liked all the time by everyone.

• For dependent children who are overly concerned about making mistakes and constantly ask questions or seek reassurance, use the Praise, Prompt and Leave approach.

Praise them for knowing something about the topic/ problem at hand. Provide the next step for them and then leave them to it, reassuring them that they can do the rest.

I Can Do It v I Can’t Do It

• Discuss the difference between Optimistic and Pessimistic ways of thinking. Explain that optimism involves forecasting success even when the task may seem too hard. Pessimists predict failure at these times.

• I Can Do It thinkers remind themselves of other work where they have been successful when they are not successful at something. I Can’t Do It thinkers tend to think they are totally bad at everything when they have difficulty with their work.

• Allow children to Stretch, Struggle and Succeed. They need to have a go, persevere and know that although teachers and parents will always help them if they have to, completing their work independently is their responsibility. Do not protect them from work that is hard.

CLASS NEWSIt has been a busy term in Miss Moroney & Mrs Edmondson’s class!

AROUND THE SCHOOLT20 CRICKET BLASTWell done to the students who participated in the T20 Cricket Blast last Thursday at the Clare High School. This was a regional T20 cricket competition (8 players per side) for all the local schools. St Joseph’s entered a Yr 6 and a Yr 7 boys’ team and two Yr 6/7 girls’ teams.

The boys’ teams both had successful days, neither losing a game. The Yr 7 boys’ team won the day and now have the opportunity to compete in Adelaide in Term 4 at the State Carnival. The girls’ teams had mixed results but enjoyed the opportunity to play some cricket.

A big thank you to Mark Sims, Annie Pitt, Roger Graham and Tim Grigg who looked after the teams on the day.

AROUND THE SCHOOL

After School Table Tennis Monday night was the last session of table tennis for Term 3 so it was fitting to hold a Championship Night. Each of the 16 players was given a ranking and then placed into a knockout draw. The stakes were high and the quality of table tennis was exceptional.

No. 7 seed, Riley Treloar, had the hardest first round opponent coming up against top seed, Henry Hawker. It was a tense game and both players had their chances but in the end Henry won 11-7. Tom Kelly was in good form early on beating Kelsie MacDonald in his first round and then taking care of the dangerous Declan O'Dea in the second.

After two rounds we had four players undefeated and it was semi-final time. In the first semi-final we had the top seed, Henry 'Mr Consistent' Hawker, against third seed, Tom 'Leftie' Kelly. The scores were neck and neck until Henry belted two winners in a row to seal the game 12-10. In the second semi-final No. 2 seed, Patrick 'The Gifted' Nugent, went up against the 15th seed, Harry 'The Rampaging' Redden. Harry had been in blistering form during the earlier rounds and this game was going to be a cracker. Patrick got the jump in the game and held on for a hard fought win (11-5).

Now it was grand final time and the top two seeds had made it through to the championship play-off. The boys both looked nervous and the crowd was sitting on the edge of their seats. The game had everything, super defence by both players and when they had the chance they both showed the killer instinct. However, in the end there can be only one winner and that was Patrick Nugent who won 21-18. Congratulations Patty!

Well done to all students who participated in table tennis this term. I was super impressed by your enthusiasm to learn and, more importantly, the manner in which you conducted yourself throughout Championship Night; the sportsmanship was brilliant. From Mr Slattery.

LUNCH BOX

CANTEEN ROSTER

Date Thursday FridayTerm 3 18/9-19/9

Eilis Mitchell Melanie Michael

Mardi Pratt Lauren Nitschke

25/9-26/9 Fete Fete

Term 4 16/10- 17/10

Steph Maitland Ange Ruddenklau

Libby Jacka Anna Hawker

There have been quite a few swaps in this roster so please remind the person who is filling in your shift so that no-one forgets, thanks.

Special Note – Don’t forget, if you need a copy of the price list or roster, to check the school website.

LUNCH BOXES

Packing a healthy lunch your children will enjoy day in and day out certainly isn’t an easy task. It’s hard to keep coming up with fresh ideas for packed lunches for the 20 or so school days there are in a month. No wonder we often rely on the same old lunch recipe favourites. Here are a few ideas. I’m sure you’ve heard some of them before but I’m hoping you’ll find a few new ideas to inspire you.

Change The Bread

For a change from everyday sandwich use soft tortillas for wraps, bagels, English muffins, pita pockets or fresh baked rolls.

Create Your Own Snack Mix

Use a selection of small flavourful crackers, cereal, dried fruit or pretzels. Just about anything goes. Experiment with different mixes and pre-package in individual zip lock bags.

Try Different Sandwich Fillings Alter the sandwich fillings. Consider combinations like diced chicken and corn, ham and avocado, grated carrot and cheddar cheese, or cream cheese.

Don't Forget The Veggies To ensure your child gets their daily requirement of vegetables cut up a selection of carrot sticks and celery sticks. Consider also other veggies like cucumber, ears of baby corn, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini. Pack a small container of dip.

Fruit Cubes and Cheesy Bites Cut up different pieces of fruit and package in a plastic container. Use fruit or vanilla yogurt as a tasty dip. Cheese cubes and grapes make a nice snack or lunch dessert. Pineapple and apple slices dipped in lemon juice also go well with cheese. Mini Muffins Kids love things that come in small packages. So think ‘mini’ – small muffins and bagels. Vary flavours to avoid boredom.

Thoughts from Home Leave cookie cutter impressions on your child’s sandwich. A love heart from home could make their day. Occasionally pack something extra special in your child’s lunch box like a note saying I love you or even a simple smiley face.

Beyond Sandwiches If your child is tired of bread in any form, consider crackers. Pack a few crackers in your child’s lunch box along with a side of cheese and ham slices. Kind of like a homemade lunch, only healthier. Be sure to package the crackers, cheese and meat separately.

SCHOOL NEWSCOMMUNITY NEWSCLARE TENNIS CLUBJunior tennis will commence at Clare Tennis Club in Term 4, 2014. CTC offers the following programs:• ‘Beginner Program’ (HOTSHOTS) for children aged 6-10 wishing to learn the skills of tennis, using modified equipment.• ‘Intermediate Program’/Internal Competition for children who have some experience but are not quite ready for the junior competition.• ‘Junior Program’ (under 16), for players wishing to play Friday night/Saturday morning competition.All programs will come under the instruction of club coach, Brad Green. New players are most welcome.Anyone interested in receiving an information pack containing registration forms can contact Belinda Dare on 88463006 or [email protected]

CHILD CAREAvailable in Auburn- Weekdays- After School Care- School Holidays- Over Night Care.Fun, Safe & Caring Farm Environment. Family Day Care Educator - over 20 years experience. Childcare Benefit & Rebate Apply. Provider No: Country Central F68101020. Christina’s Family Day Care. 8849 2520.

SOUND BATHRelax: A sound bath is a deeply relaxing, rejuvenating, and replenishing experience. You will be immersed in a field of healing sounds from Himalayan Singing Bowls, gongs, crystal bowls, rain sticks, rattles, bells, and voice with the beautiful Ahilya. When: Sunday 19th October, 2014 Arrive: 2:00pm for 2:30pm start. (4:30pm Finish) Where: St Michael’s Hall, Temple Road, Clare (behind St Joseph’s Primary) Cost : $25 per person

Please bring rugs, cushions, mat, pillows, bolster, whatever you need for maximum comfort lying on the floor or seated. Bookings & Enquiries: Jane Olssen 8843 4288 or 0448 011 445 - [email protected]

ADELAIDE BITE HOLIDAY CLINICWhen: 8/9/10 October 2014 Location: West Torrens Baseball Club, Rutland Ave, Lockleys Ages: T-Ball , 7-10yrs, 9am-12pm Baseball, 9-13 yrs, 1pm-4pmCoaches: Pat Kelly, Andrew Scott, Matt Williams, and more Cost: $90 for 3 days includes a T-shirt, BITE ticket, & Kids Club Entry**Registration deadline is Friday October 3, 2014** To register online visit: http://baseballsa.com.au

LIVING WATERS PRAYER GROUPLiving Waters Prayer Group, Henley Beach. Healing Weekend with Sr Margaret Scully RSC including Inner Healing and Ancestral Healing, in the hall at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart church, 420 Seaview Rd, Henley Beach. Saturday 18 October 9.00am - 5pm & Sunday 19 October, 9.30am - 3.30pm. More information contact Pauline Cotton: 8268 7768.

OSHC PROGRAMAvailable at Front Office at St Joseph’s School.