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Newsletter Week 9
The second candle on the Advent Wreath represents Peace and is also purple. Often called the “Bethlehem Candle”, this candle reminds us of Mary & Joseph’s journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem before Mary gave birth to Jesus. It also builds on the meaning of the Prophecy Candle, recalling that after the division, destruction and dispersion of the kingdom in the Old Testament, there might finally be peace on Earth.
God of peace,
during this Advent season, keep us from getting caught up in the busyness
and chaos of the world around us.
Help us to slow down, so that we may find rest
in the Prince of Peace, your son, Jesus Christ.
As we prepare for his coming, make us instruments of your peace in our homes,
in our schools, in our work and in our world.
Amen
Staffing
Over the past two weeks there have been quite a few changes regarding staff for 2024. At this point in time, I can say that we have a number of new staff to the school and quite a few changes as to classes being taught for current staff. With a few loose ends to tidy up, I hope to be able to publish a full list of staff next Monday.
Meet Your Teacher Session
At the end of each year, we inform students of who their teacher will be for the following year. This is currently scheduled to occur on Monday after lunch. With quite a few new staff to the school, we will not be able to introduce everyone but we will be able to let students know who their teacher is and provide some background information.
Christmas Liturgy / Celebration
As previously notified, this will happen in the back playground from 11.30am. Parents, grandparents, pre-schoolers, etc are all very welcome.
BJP Physie National Competition 2023 - Annabelle C (3B)
On 25 November, Annabelle competed in the annual BJP Physie National Competition at the Quay Centre Sydney Olympic Park. She competed against 76 other nine-year-olds who had been selected from across Australia. She competed in the first round of heats and progressed through to the semi finals (top 36 competitors in Australia).
She was then selected and progressed through to compete in the grand final (top 18 competitors in Australia) for her 9 year age category. She performed beautifully and is very proud of her achievements given this is her first ever year of Physie. Well done Annabelle!
Gymnastics State Championships 2023 - Ayla R (4B)
Ayla represented her club South Coast Gymnastics Academy at the Gymnastics NSW Junior WAG State Championships at the Sydney Gymnastics and Aquatic Centre last weekend. She competed on Beam, Bars, Vault and Floor finishing with a Silver Medal overall. She was very proud of her effort and result at State level! Awesome achievement Ayla!
St Therese Catholic School Core Values
Collaboration - Community - Excellence - Inclusion - RespectThe Zones Of Regulation
SEL
We are discussing how we make positive choices in our lives and strategies to best make those decisions
Principal's Awards
Aida B - 1B
Liberty C - 1B
Ilsa C - 1B
Christopher T - 3B
Silver Medallion
Vivien R - 4B
James C - 5B
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”
Christmas Liturgy 2023
Save the Date: Friday - 8th December
Time: 11:30am
Where: Back Playground
The following is a list of costumes the students need to be dressed in for the concert:
Kinder - Christmas Top and antlers
Year 1B - White t-shirt and tinsel (in hair or around waist and wrists - Angels)
Year 1G - Christmas t-shirt and tinsel (Green, red, white or christmas t-shirt)
Year 2 - Boys dress as Shepherds and girls dress as Angels
Year 3 - Shepherds
Year 4 - Christmas Clothes (Green, red, white or christmas t-shirt)
Year 5 - Christmas Clothes (Green, red, white or christmas t-shirt)
Year 6 - Christmas Clothes (Green, red, white or christmas t-shirt)
The P&F have decided to host a Pizza Day for all children on Monday 11th December, please see attached flyer.
There will be a gluten free and lactose free option for any children with allergies. We will have a mix of cheese, ham & cheese and pepperoni pizza on the day and we will endeavour to get the children their preference.
We hope this is a nice treat leading into the final week of school and to wrap up what has been another big year.
Kind regards, P&F
WEN
GARDENING CLUB
Gardening Club is run every Thursday at lunchtine with Mrs McGoldrick - all are welcome - PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN GLOVES.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
END OF SCHOOL YEAR
The Office will be closed from Tuesday 19 December 2023.
All 2023 School Fees need to be finalised by 19 December 2023. B Pay and Compass facilities will remain enabled over the holiday period.
Although there is an expectation that all 2023 School Fees are finalised by 19 December 2023, please contact the school if you need to discuss your school fees and/or payment options. We may be in contact over the next couple of weeks to discuss these options.
KEEP THE DATE
PLease keep the date St Therese Primary School invites you all to attend the Christmas Liturgy on 8th December at 11.30am.
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.
UPCOMING IMPORTANT EVENTS
December 2023
8 - 11.30am Christmas Liturgy in Back Playground
13 - Year 6 Big Day Out
14 - 6pm Year 6 Graduation in Church and Hall
15 - Students Last Day of School 2023
10.50am Mornining Tea
11.30am End of Year Assembly
STUDENT BIRTHDAYS
Birthdays
6 December 2023 - 12 December 2023
Amelia E - 5B, Evie M - 3G, Harvey S - 4G, Noah M - 4B, Sophie D - 5G, Esther H - 2G, Phoebe P - 5B, Kumwarbir S - 5G.
PARISH INFORMATION
BAPTISMS
For any new requests please contact Kathy at the Parish Office (email: westwollongong@dow.org.au any time or call 4243 9610 on Tuesdays 9am-3pm).
God bless you all,
Fr Duane
Calendar Dates 2023
2023
December 2023
8 - 11.30am Christmas Liturgy in Back Playground
13 - Year 6 Big Day Out
14 - 6pm Year 6 Graduation in Church and Hall
15 - Students Last Day of School 2023
10.50am Mornining Tea
11.30am End of Year Assembly
18 - Staff Development day
19 - Staff Development day
End of Term 4 2023
2024
January 2024
30 - Term 1 2024 Commemces
Staff Return - Staff Development Day
31 - Staff Development Day
Kinder Best Start Assessments Commence
February 2024
1 - Students Return - Year 1 to 6
5 - Year 5 & Year 6 St Mary's Visit
6 - Kinder Best Start Assessments Concludes
7 - First Day Of School Kindergarten 2024
19 - 8.50am Swimming Selection Trials Unanderra Pools
CANTEEN MENU 2023
ST THERESE CANTEEN
WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS ONLY
