St Anthony's Catholic Parish Primary School Picton
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69 Menangle Street
Picton NSW 2571
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Email: info@sapdow.catholic.edu.au
Phone: 02 4677 1689

Newsletter Term Three Week Four

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Newsletter Term Three Week Four

Dear Parents, Carers, Staff and Students,

The start to this term has provided our community with many opportunities to come together to highlight the wonderful  features of our school. On Tuesday we gathered as a catholic community to celebrate St Mary of the Cross Mackillop Feast Day. The liturgy reminded us of the importance of taking time to pray and give thanks for the life of Mary MacKillop, her influence on our world and her legacy as a woman of inspiration and deep faith. 

Mary MacKillop founded the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart and together they responded to the educational needs of poor and isolated children, establishing the first Josephite school in Penola SA in 1866. Their mission continued with schools opening across Australia, including our own school, with the arrival of the Sisters in 1880.

St Mary of the Cross Mackillop wrote in 1871 that we need to ‘be full of hope’. Sometimes this is easier said than done. To be hopeful takes a positive attitude and a sense of optimism. As a school community we ‘hope’ that we are creating students that are hope filled and have a positive mindset.

Take Care

Mr Justin Devlin

Principal





Listed below are some important dates for Term 3.

2023

Term Three

August

Friday 11

Students wear ONE green/gold item (scarf, beanie, socks etc)

Friday 18

Mufti Day for Bullying. No Way! Day

Tuesday 22

Parish Mass- Held by Year 6R with KR helping celebrate at 9:30 am in school chapel.

Thursday 24

Soccer Gala Day at Tahmoor oval (Years 3-6)

Friday 25

Assembly Kinder White presenting at 2:30 pm

Thursday 31

Father's/Carer's Day Stall

September

Sunday 3

Fathers/Carers Day

Friday 8

Bookweek Dress up and Parades

Awards

Congratulations to the following students who will receive an award at assembly on Friday 25 August for being a great learner and wonderful community member.

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Medallion - 

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Gold Pennant -Zoe Doebler

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Gold Awards -
Hunter Creighton, Luana Tuilotolava, Ella Williams, Khloe Kovacevic, Anthony Falzon, Noah Hodges, Charlotte Stirton, Lilah Moon, Emmeline Magee, Hudson Bulger-Craig, Annabel Dengate

Before and After School Care
Our before and after school care service is operational in the school hall. The hours of operation are Before School Care: 7 am - 9 am and After School Care: 3 pm - 6:30 pm. Permanent and casual places are available.
Please contact Picton OOSH on 0439496831 for all enquires and bookings. 
pictonoosh@catholiccare.dow.org.au

"Go The Matildas"

On Friday 11 August students are asked to wear ONE item of Green or Gold in support of the Matildas soccer team. Students are to still wear their full winter school uniform and add either green/gold socks, scarf, beanie, gloves etc. This is not a mufti day.

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On Friday 18 August, St Anthony's will be recognising and help celebrate Bullying. NO WAY ! Day. On this day students will wear mufti clothes to school and participate in a lesson/activities around What is bullying? and How to tell the difference between bullying and someone being mean.
In preparation for our year Six end of year celebrations we need your support to help with the organization of some events. Please use the form below to indicate one or more of the listed activities that you would be able to support. We ask that this form is completed by Monday 14 August. If you have any questions please contact the school office to speak with Belinda Rae or myself.
With Thanks
Justin Devlin

Father Peter will welcome parents, carers, families, parishioners, students and staff from selected classes to join him for a Mass every second week. On Tuesday 22 August at 9:30 am Mass will be held by Year 6R and Kinder Red will join them to celebrate

 

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Friday 8 September

Book Week Parade

Students will be able to dress up as their favourite book character for our book week parade. Students will enjoy an eventful and fun-filled day consisting of two parades, Infants and Primary, colouring competition and more. A full outline of the day's events will be announced to parents in the coming weeks.

Please note: Students are not permitted to bring guns, swords or weapons as props for their costumes.

COMING SOON!

'CARDS THAT COUNT'

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Introducing St Anthony's Festive Fundraiser: Personalized Christmas Cards

Get ready to add a touch of heartwarming creativity to your holiday season with our  exciting new fundraiser at St Anthony's!

Our talented students and dedicated staff have poured their artistic energy into creating beautiful Christmas cards for 2023.

Unique Artistry: Immerse yourself in a collection of handcrafted artwork that reflects the passion and creativity of your child. Each card tells a story, making it a truly special keepsake for you and your loved ones.

Supporting Education: By purchasing these personalized Christmas cards, you are directly contributing to the growth and development of St. Anthony's School. Every pack sold will raise $5 for our school, these funds will be channeled towards enriching educational experiences and creating a more vibrant learning environment for our students.

A Perfect Gift: These one-of-a-kind Christmas cards make for heartfelt gifts for family and friends. It's a card featuring your child's unique artwork that is the perfect gift to share with family that resonates with the holiday spirit.

How to Participate:

  1. Visit www.cardsthatcount.com.au to find out more information.
  2. Log in details will be sent home early next week with students for you to view your child's artwork and to make a purchase. 
  3. Place your orders online and make your payment securely through the online platform.

Spread the Word: Help us make this fundraiser a resounding success! Share the news with family, friends, and colleagues who would love to support our school's endeavors.

We are thrilled to offer you an opportunity to cherish the holiday season with personalized Christmas cards while contributing to our school's growth. Let's come together as a community and make this fundraiser a memorable success. Thank you for your unwavering support!

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.

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.

St Anthony's Church Tahmoor
Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm Tahmoor
Sunday 8:30 am Tahmoor

Reconciliation

Saturday 4:00 - 4:30 pm Tahmoor

Weekday Mass Times - This Week

Tuesday

5:00 pm

Adoration

5:30 pm

Tahmoor

Wednesday 8:30 am Tahmoor
Thursday 8:30 am Tahmoor
Friday

8:30 am

Tahmoor

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.