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Newsletter Week 11
Wednesday of Holy Week
Have you ever been betrayed by someone? It can be the most damaging of experiences. There can be a myriad of emotions - shame, anger, hurt and resentment. We feel guttered at the core of our being. Our relationship with the person who betrayed us is often destroyed, the trust we once had is broken.
What is our response to such betrayal? Our natural inclination may be to attack; to lash out in anger or even vengence. We may try to ‘get back’ at the person, repaying like for like. However, is this the best response, the response of a disciple.
Jesus does not lash out, or try to and take vengeance, but rather offers a dignified silence to his attackers.
Our strength to take this approach can only come through a deep relationship with God, one that listens, learns and remains close to him in love. In developing our relationship with God, we find God’s own strength to face the immense hurt of betrayal. It was Jesus’ deep relationship with his Father that allowed him to ‘set his face like flint’ (Is 50:7), trusting in the Father’s ultimate vindication through the resurrection.
Father, may we too stand strong and confident,
trusting in you in the face of betrayal.
Amen
Easter Wishes
From a school perspective, I know of the tremendous time and effort staff have contributed to making Term 1 a success. We are regularly faced with challenges but we always seem to have someone who steps in to to deal with the next ‘event / challenge’. I sincerely thank our staff for all their hard work and wish them a very relaxing and refreshing Pupil Vacation period. While some will manage to get away for a few days, I also know that a lot of planning and preparation for Term 2 will also be taking place.
I also wish all of our students and their families a happy and holy Easter and that you all find time (whether it be just the long weekend or a few days longer) to connect as a family without the stressors of work / school … & screens! For those lucky enough to be travelling, have a great time and return safely.
St Therese Catholic
School Core Values
Inclusion Excellence Respect
Collaboration Community
Term 2
Monday, 24 April - Staff Development Day (Pupil Free)
Tuesday, 25 April - ANZAC Day (Public Holiday)
Wednesday, 26 April - All students return for Term 2
Frank & Maree Timpano - Long Service Leave
Frank & Maree will finish up tomorrow before heading heading off overseas for an extended holiday. They will both return for the commencement of Term 3. Year 3 Gold will be taught by Mrs Bethany Tirchett while Year 6 Gold will be taught by Mrs Laura Miller. Towards the end of next term, academic reports will be completed as usual however parent-teacher interviews for these two classes will be held over to Term 3.
The Zones Of Regulation
SEL
Principal's Awards
Jaxon T - 1B
Gwen K - 1B
Serena C - 3G
Flynn D - 3G
Jessica J - 3G
Andraws Y = 6G
Silver Medallion
Emma K - 5G
Zach I - 6B
St Therese School Facebook Page
www.facebook.com/westwollongong.sttherese
School Vision Statement
“Immersed in faith, pursuing excellence in learning
and the positive wellbeing of all”
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Mark Taylor Shield Cricket
Congratulations to all the students who represented St Therese in the Mark Taylor Shield cricket game against St Pius X Unanderra yesterday.
In an exciting and close game, both teams played with enthusiasm and commitment. Unfortunately , we were defeated by St Pius X.
In their first innings SPX totalled 122 runs.Special attention must go to Harper Smith who bowled beautifully to end up with the figures of 3 wickets for 4 runs. Some spirited bowling by SPX kept over batters searching for runs.
Eventually we were all out for 99 runs. JAcob Testa (19 runs) and Brock Smith (20 runs) kept in the game.
For a team with limited experience it was a fantastic effort.
Thankyou to all the parents and grandparents who came along to support the team, especially to those who volunteered their services to score.
School Cross Country
What a great day this turned out to be. Colour, music, dancing, great course and running. The school was once again, a real buzz which was great to witness. Thanks to Mr Timpano for running the event and our special guest, DJ Hogan, who provided the entertainment. A team will be notified this week who will then compete at the Diocesan Carnival on Tuesday, 2 May (Week 2).
Invitation
Parents, grandparents, friends are invited to join us tomorrow for our Holy Week Liturgy at 9.30am and then again for our End of Term Awards Assembly at 11.30am. Tea and coffee will be available in the hall between these events.
School photos will be on in Week 1, TERM 2, Thursday, 27 April 2023.
All children are to come to school in correct FULL SUMMER uniform. Hair decorations are not permitted and ribbons/scrunchies are to be in toning with the uniform i.e. browns and yellows.
‘The School Photographer’ will be the photographer again this year. This year, we have gone to a total DIGITAL ORDERING SYSTEM.
ALL photos will still be sent to the school as per previous years. This is replacing the envelope system.
All photo orders are to be paid and ordered via the attached QR code using CODE:
- clicking onto “I’m a Parent” “Order 2023 Photos”.
- You will then be directed to the secure online ordering portal entering the code noted above.
When you log onto the website using the QR code or address, it will advise how to order the Sibling photo as well and any other merchandise available if you choose.
If you have any questions please contact the School Office ASAP on 42291818.
Extended Leave (10 days or more)
For extended leave for holidays, parents are asked to complete an ‘Application for Exemption from Attendance at School’ form. This is available from the office.
HOW TO LODGE AN ABSENCE USING THE COMPASS APP
WHO DO WE CONTACT?
To assist with the leading of initiatives and the general running of school activities each stage is allocated a leader. For 2023 the following staff have been allocated to the four stages:
Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten) Mrs Trish Staff
Stage 1 (Year 1 and Year 2) Mrs Trish Staff
Stage 2 (Year 3 and Year 4) Mrs Anne-Marie Gilmore
Stage 3 (Year 5 and Year 6) Mrs Dimitra Vezinias
Should you have any questions or concerns, your first port of call should always be your child's teacher. Should you require further clarification you can make contact with the Stage Leader.
UPCOMING IMPORTANT EVENTS
Holy Week Liturgy in the Church
- 9.30am 6 April
End of Term Morning Tea in the Hall
- 10.50am 6 April
End of Term Assesmbly & Awards
- 11.30am 6 April
Term 2 Commences - Staff Development Day - Pupil Free Day
- 24 April
Students Return
- 26 April
School Photos
- 27 April
Mothers' Day Stall
- 10 May
PARISH INFORMATION
STATIONS OF THE CROSS TIMES
Fridays of Lent:
5pm West Wollongong
7pm Unanderra
Easter Liturgies
Holy Thursday - 6 April
- 7pm Mass of the zLord’s Supper
Good Friday - 7 April
- 10am Stations of the Cross
- 3pm Commemoration of the Passion
Easter Saturday - 8 April
- 7pm Easter Vigil
Easter Sunday - 9 April
- 10am Mass
- NO Sunday evening Mass
BAPTISMS
For any new requests please contact Kathy at the Parish Office (email: westwollongong@dow.org.au any time or call 4229 1074 on Tuesdays 9am-3pm).
God bless you all,
Fr Duane
STUDENT BIRTHDAYS
Birthdays
5 April 2023 - 25 April 2023
Aiden D - 5B, Joey S - 2B, Luca R - 3G, Jagg S - 6B, Kayla I - KB, Leo M - 2B, Ben O - 5B, Eliza D - 3B, Milton M - 6B, Christian I - 2G, Losyan J - 4G, Olivia C - 2G, Tahlia P - 5B, Sylas A - 6G, Archie D - 3B, Christopher T - 3B, Ayla R - 4B, Enrique M - 4B, Areilla D - 5B, Samuel Y - 3B, Zahra C - 4B, Jax M - 4G, Annabelle C - 3B, Margaret S - 2G, Heidi B - 5B, Zara H - 5G, Zander B - KB.
Calendar Dates 2023
2023
April 2023
2 - 8 - Holy Week
6 - 9.30am Holy Week Liturgy in the Church
10.50am End of Term Morning Tea in the Hall
11.30am End of Term Assesmbly & Awards
Last Day of Term 1 2023
7 - Good Friday
8 - Easter Saturday
9 - Easter Sunday
10 - Easter Monday
24 - Term 2 Commences - Staff Development Day - Pupil Free Day
25 - ANZAC DAY - Public Holiday
26 - Students Return
27 - School Photos - SUMMER UNIFORM TO BE WORN
May 2023
3 - 5 - Year 6 Camp - Fitzroy Falls
10 - Da Vinci Decathlon
Mothers' Day Stall - in Hall
12 - 11.30am Edmund Rice College Band
16 - 7.00pm P & F Meeting in Library
19 - National Walk Safely To School Day
22 - Athletics Carnival at Beaton Park
24 - Feast Of Our Lady, Help Of Christians
26 - National Sorry Day
29 - Reconcilation Week
June 2023
5 - World Environment Day
6 - 5.00pm 2023 Confirmation in the Church - Year 6
7.00pm 2023 Comfirmation in the Church - Year 6
12 - Public Holiday - King's Birthday
18 - Refugee Week
20 - 7.00pm P & F Meeting in Library
21 - 22 - Year 5 Excursion to Taronga Zoo
30- Last Day of Term 2
July 2023
17 - Term 3 Commences - Students Returns
19 - Year 6 Mass with the Bishop in the Church
28 - World Youth Day (week)
August 2023
2 - Year 5 Excursion to Taronga Zoo (Overnight)
4 - Census Day
8 - Feast Of Mary of The Cross Mackillop
7pm P & F Meeting in Library
15 - Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
21 - Book Week - Read, Grow, Inspire
22 - 5pm First Reconcilation in the Church
24 - 5pm First Reconcilation in the Church
September 2023
1 - World Day of Prayer for Creation