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Dear Parents, Carers, Staff and Students,
In the wider community this week we celebrate two significant events, Child Protection Week and on Thursday 8 September, R U OK! Day.
Child Protection Week provides the opportunity to recognise and affirm each and every member of our school community who offers care and concern to our students; and the many people who make extraordinary efforts in the pastoral care and support of our students, their safety and wellbeing. In 2022, National Child Protection Week will continue to embrace the overarching message that ‘Every child, in every community, needs a fair go’. In particular, this year we will be shining a light on children growing up safe and supported. Children and young people thrive when they grow up safe, connected and supported in their family, community and culture. They have the right to grow up in environments that support them according to their needs, now and into the future. The dedication and efforts of many people working together, putting children first, means that we are better able to assist with our students’ safety and wellbeing.”
In speaking about safety and wellbeing, Thursday’s R U Ok! day focuses on encouraging us to take time and connect with friends, family, and colleagues. It's about LISTENING, ENCOURAGING ACTION, and then STAYING CONNECTED, because research indicates that genuine care and concern can make a real difference. In scripture we read about when we display this act of kindness to others, we are seeing the face of Christ. To have a kind heart means to ask the difficult question, R u OK? unsure of what the response will be. The challenge starts with asking the question.
I encourage all families to say this prayer together:
WE WALK TOGETHER HELD IN LOVE
PRAYER FOR R U OK? DAY 2022
We walk together in hope…
Just as Jesus walked with others and asked them what they needed
Today we pray that we may be guided by the Spirit to do the same.
We walk together in compassion…
We walk with those who feel lost,
overwhelmed or alone.
And we endeavour to create a space
where others can be real.
We walk together in love…
We listen, because people matter.
We walk with each other,
because connection matters.
And we ask “RUOK”, because we care.
We reach out…
We reach out in love to those we know.
We pray for those we cannot reach.
And we practice self-compassion,
as we carry our own pain.
We ask each other “R U OK?”
Leaving space for more to say.
We trust that God is walking with us
every step of the way
Whispering to our hearts,
“Do not be afraid, I am with you.”
We hold each other, today, in love.
And we are held in love by the Compassionate One.
Today we stand together, held in love.
Take Care
Mr Justin Devlin
Principal
Listed below are some important dates for Term 3 and 4.
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September |
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Thursday 8 |
R U OK Day |
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Friday 9 |
Year 6 Activate the Fire Spirituality Day |
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Friday 16 |
Year 2 Excursion - Ranger Jamie |
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Friday 16 |
Year 4 Red Assembly at 2:30 pm |
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Thursday 22 |
Last day of Term 3 for students |
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Friday 23 |
Pupil Free Day/Staff Spirituality Day |
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Term Four October |
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Monday 10 |
First Day of Term 4 for students |
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MOnday 24 |
P & F Meeting at 6:30pm |
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November |
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Thursday 3 - Friday 4 |
Year 5 Camp at The Tops |
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Monday 7 - Wednesday 9 |
Year 6 Camp at The Tops |
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Friday 11 |
Remembrance Day |
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Tuesday 15 |
Kindergarten 2023 Orientation Day |
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December |
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Monday 19 |
Last day of term 4 for students |
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Tuesday 20 |
Last day of Term 4 staff |
Grade Mass
Grade Mass has been postponed for the students until further notice.
Assembly
Year 4 Red will be presenting prayer at assembly on Friday 16 September at 2:30 pm. We would like to invite one parent/family member from each Year 4 Red family to join us in the hall for the presentation.
Awards
There has been a slight change to the process of how students will receive their silver awards. Silver Awards will be presented to students by their teacher in the classroom, gold pennants and gold awards will still be presented to students at the assembly.
Gold Pennant - Valentino Agostino, Isla Noonan
Gold Awards - Harmony Williams, Xander Egan, Nicola O’Hanlon, Hudson Maybury, Piper Latta, Hannah Smith, Ella Williams, Charlotte Reynolds, Evie Biffin, Chase Simpson, Christian Lim, Chloe French, Charlotte Stirton, Alexis Fenning, Banjo Kyle
On Friday 9 September our Year Six Students and Teachers will be attending Activate the Fire Spirituality Day at St Paul's Moss Vale. Students will be need to be at St Anthony's by 8:00 am as the bus will be leaving at 8:15 am sharp and return to school in time for the afternoon buses.
Lunch will be provided by St Paul's.
Thank you to all the wonderful parents who gave up their time to run the Faher's Day Stall in order to give for all our students an opportunity to show how much they appreciate the Father Figure in their lives.
Thank you to our helpers who coordinated the stall,
Megan Catford-Potter, Cathy Nolan, Carolyn Moody, Christine Flew, Loren Jowsey, Kristy Elphinstone, Hayley Hickman, Glenda Wilson and Kelly Williams
We are grateful for the help from our local business who generously donated a prize for our raffle.
1st Prize - Donated by Tahmoor Tyrepower
Car Care Pack & $100 voucher - Won by Orlando Dilosa-Bevan Y4W
2nd Prize - Donated by Picton Social
$50 voucher - Won by Ebony Burgess Y4R
3rd Prize - Donated by Jim's Barber Shop Tahmoor
Haircut and Shave voucher - Won by Chase Berry Y1W
Our next Parents & Friends Meeting which will be held on Monady 24 October 2022 at 6:30 pm in the school library or via zoom.
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| Saturday Vigil | 5:00 pm | Tahmoor |
| Sunday | 8:30 am | Tahmoor |
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Reconciliation |
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| Saturday | 4:00 - 4:30 pm | Tahmoor |
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Weekday Mass Times - This Week |
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| Tuesday |
5:00 pm |
Adoration |
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5:30 pm |
Tahmoor |
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| Wednesday | 8:30 am | Tahmoor |
| Thursday | 8:30 am | Tahmoor |
| Friday |
8:30 am |
Tahmoor |
Sacramental Programs
Religious Education is a priority in Catholic schools. It provides the knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith and outlines what is needed to live a Catholic life. Sacramental programs are Parish based, Parish coordinated, family focused and school supported.
Each year the Sacraments of Penance, Eucharist and Confirmation are celebrated in the Parish.
- Year 2 Sacrament of Penance
- Year 3 Sacrament of the Eucharist
- Year 6 Sacrament of Confirmation
A Parish based program caters to the needs of all participants. In this way children from all schools receive the same preparation for each sacrament.
The Parish based, family focused approach to Sacramental programs is widely used throughout Australia as the preferred approach. This approach acknowledges the important role of parents and families in the whole preparation process. Parents are the first educators of children in the faith and traditions of the Catholic Church. Parents involvement in Sacramental preparation is crucial in shaping the values and attitudes of each child. So it is vital, for the continual spiritual growth of the child, that the families involve themselves in the Sacramental life of Parish.
Parents will NOT be allowed to enter the hall for any face to face purchases, as advised by the Catholic Education Office. Orders can be emailed to the school via info@sapdow.catholic.edu.au Orders must be at the office by 9am Fridays.
Every year, by law, we have to receive consent from parents to photograph and use images of your child. The photos taken will be displayed in newsletters and/or Facebook to celebrate the fun times and achievements of students. Consent forms have been sent home today with your child, if you consent or do not consent to your child's photo being taken please tick the appropriate box and return the form to school.
If we do not receive a form for your child we will not include your child in photos.