Newsletter - 2024 Term 2 Week 10
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Dates For The Diary
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From the Leaders
In Mark’s Gospel this Sunday we hear what happened when Jesus went back among the people who had known him for a really long time, since he was a boy. The people could not believe that Jesus was the Son of God. Even though they knew him really well and could see and touch him and talk to him in person, they missed the most important thing about him. He couldn’t do much for them in the way of healing and miracles, because they had no faith in him.
As we come to the end of Term 2 and break for the holidays, we want to express our gratitude to all who help make St Agnes’ Primary School an amazing place to be. We are a community with many gifts and talents, which we share daily with one another and most importantly, our students. We hope everyone has time for rest and relaxation after a busy term of learning and illness. We look forward to hearing about everyone’s holiday adventures on Tuesday 23 July when we return for Term 3.
100 Days Of Kindergarten
Yet again we got to experience what it looks and feels like to be old in the eyes of a Kindergarten child. Congratulations to the students on making 100 days of learning, the Kinder Staff Team for leading them on their journey and the parents for joining in the fun by organising costumes.
School Reports
We are pleased to announce that the Semester One reports went live yesterday on Compass. To access the report, click on your child's photo and then click on the 'Reports' tab at the top of the screen. Further information about the reports is available through the following information:
- Understanding the K-6 Student Report - Information for Parents Paper Copy
- Understanding the K-6 Student Report - Information for Parents video link
As all reporting now involves the use of a Diocesan standard process, there are some elements of the report that are not able to be school specific or formatted at a local level. Learning Conversations with teachers were held earlier this term and another opportunity to meet with your child's teacher will be available again at the end of Term 3.
School Photos
Schools Photos are booked in for Wednesday 31 July and Thursday 1 August. Photo packs can be purchased directly through Compass.
Year 4
This week Year 4 were so engaged in their storytelling in their Religious Education lesson that they asked not to finish. They loved their new story telling figurines for Mark’s Gospel of Saints Peter and Paul being in prison for sharing their faith.
Year 1 Liturgy
Year 1 families have set the new record of most families attending a school liturgy. Over 40 families were represented by adults joining us for their celebration on Thursday. Father Alejo Despacio Jr enjoyed his Q and A session at the end of the liturgy as Year 1 asked questions to get to know him more; including: Why did you become a priest? What is your favourite food? And Why should we pray? Thanks to family members who joined us for the liturgy, stayed for a picnic lunch and helped decorate cards to go with the food being donated to Sr Marjorie’s Soup Kitchen and Our Place.
Term 3 Mission Calendar
| Wednesday Morning Prayer | Chapel Visit 10:00am to 11:00am | Penanace at School 9:30am to 11:00am | Sacraments | Whole School Mass | |
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| Week 2 | 3 Faith (on Monday due to School Photos) | Year 6 Mass | |||
| Week 3 | NAIDOC Prayer Hosted by Indigenous groups and Aunty Sharon | Year 5 Mass | |||
| Week 4 | 5 Faith | Year 4 Mass | |||
| Week 5 | 6 Faith | Year 5 | Fri 23 August | ||
| Week 6 | 4 Faith | Year 3 Mass | Year 3 Confirmation Workshops Tue 27 August and Thur 29 August | ||
| Week 7 | Kinder Faith | Year 2 Liturgy of the Word | Confirmation Workshops Tue 3 Sept and Wed 4 Sept | ||
| Week 8 | Year 1 Liturgy of the Word | Presentation Masses 14-15 Sept | |||
| Week 9 | 2 Faith | Kinder Liturgy of the Word | Confirmation Ceremonies Tue 17 Sept, Wed 18 Sept and Thurs 19 Sept | ||
| Week 10 | 1 Faith | Year 4 |
Creative Arts Spectacular
We are very excited about our up and coming Creative Arts Spectacular which is happening next term on Thursday 29 August. Yesterday families were sent an invitation via Compass for our up and coming workshop which is happening at our school on Sunday 28 July. The students who are involved in the drama group will be attending a two hour workshop session and the dance group students will be attending a one hour workshop. Tickets for this event will be available for purchase early next term.
Professional Learning
Today staff had the opportunity to deepen their own knowledge of scripture background and linking this to scriptures covered in the units of work for their grade.
Staff Professional Learning Day - Monday 22 July
Supervision will be available at school on Monday 22 July for any families that are not able to organise alternative arrangements. Children should be in their uniform and will need to bring lunch, fruit, hat and a water bottle. Lunch orders are available, the canteen will be operating as normal on this day. Please use the link below to register your child.
To book your child’s place please log on to www.schoolinterviews.com.au. The unique code to logon is bebuw
Car Park Pick Up
Could all family members using our car park service please be patient and respectful. The aim of the staff member directing the flow of traffic into school is to keep students safe and to keep the traffic flowing along Boronia Street. When cars wait back level with OOSH and St Agnes' Uniform Store for their turn to enter our car park, they stop St Agnes’ families and the general public from moving. This impacts bus schedules, neighbours from getting in and out of their driveways and does not follow general road rules, as cars then try to overtake on the wrong side of the road. Vehicles are not to park across the pedestrian crossing into our car park so our students and families can safely cross. Access to car park pick-up is a privilege and drivers that are not following the instructions of school staff may have their access removed. We hope that we do not have to action this process in the future.
St Agnes' Uniform Store
The St Agnes' Uniform Store will be closed for the first week of the school holidays (8 July – 13 July) for stocktake.
God Moment
- Kindergarten loving their dress up day for 100 days of Kinder.
- We appreciate parents like Guy Walker who are so patient and respectful in always following the instructions at car park pick up to keep our students safe and the traffic flowing along Boronia Street.
- Having so many families attend the Year 1 Liturgy, picnic and card making for those less fortunate in our community.
Sports News
Polding Rugby Union
Congratulations to Zane Bannon in Year 5 for participating in the Polding Rugby Union Trials on Monday. Over the weekend, Zane travelled to Forbes for a training session with the Polding team and then competed in the selections on Monday. On Sunday, Zane had the privilege of training with the NSW Waratah players and coaching staff - a fantastic opportunity for a young rugby union player.
On the day of the trials, Zane played four games with the Lismore Diocese team, staying on the field for every minute of each game. Although Zane did not progress to the NSW Championships, reaching this level of representation is a significant achievement. Zane played through four levels of selection, competing against some of the best young rugby union players in NSW Catholic Schools.
Well done Zane on your impressive accomplishments and for progressing this far!
Paul Kelly Cup - AFL
The Paul Kelly Cup, originally scheduled for this week, was postponed due to weather and local ground closures. The event will now take place early in Term 3, with the exact date yet to be confirmed. The Paul Kelly Cup is an AFL knockout competition for Years 5 and 6 students. This is the first time that the school has competed in the event for many years and the students are looking froward to the challenge. The winner of the Hastings area will advance to the regional finals in Coffs Harbour, later in Term 3.
KM Club
We're excited to announce that the KM Club is returning in Term 3! This fantastic initiative gives our Year 6 Leaders the chance to organise and run a school event for all students. The KM Club will meet every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning from 8:25am to 8:50am. Students can run, jog, or walk laps of the bottom field, tracking their distances with punch cards.
Despite setbacks in Term 1 due to wet weather and field closures, we're still aiming for our exciting goal: visiting Dubbo Zoo on our way to Melbourne. More details will be shared in the first week of Term 3. Stay tuned and get ready to join the fun!
Zone Athletics
Congratulations to all the students selected to represent St Agnes' at the upcoming Zone Athletics competition at St Joseph’s Regional College on Wednesday 24 July. Sixty of our students will be competing in both individual and team events and we wish all our athletes the very best of luck! Successful students will advance to the Lismore Diocesan Carnival in Coffs Harbour on Friday 16 August.
Travel to the Zone Carnival will be by bus, and Mr Wilson, Mrs Brazel, and Chris Farrell will accompany the students. The bus will depart from school at 8:20am and return in time for regular afternoon dismissal. If any families are arranging private transport for the day, please email the details to andrew.wilson@lism.catholic.edu.au. A program of events is attached for families who wish to attend and support their children. The team list is available on Compass in the resources tab.
Good luck to all our athletes - go Aggies!
Future Dates
Term 3
- Wednesday 24 July - Zone Athletics at St Joseph’s Regional College, Port Macquarie
- Friday 16 August - Diocesan Athletics Carnival - Coffs Harbour
- Thursday 5 September - NSW Touch Football Gala Day - Tuffins Lane
- Wednesday 11 September - NSW Netball Schools Cup Years 3 and 4
- Thursday 12 September - Paul Wilson Cup and Diocesan Netball Cup - Laurieton
Positive Behaviour Support
This week our PBS focus has been on using our 4R’s to reflect on the progress that we have made and the goals we have accomplished this term. As we come to the end of Term 2, we would like to celebrate our students’ progress and all they have achieved. The purpose of this lesson is to self-reflect on students' initial goals that were set at the beginning of the Term and to provide strategies and tools for students to make positive decisions based on our whole school expectations of following the 4R’s.
Term 2 House Winners
Congratulations again to Boronia for being the winners this term for receiving the highest number of Dojos for following the 4R’s. You all had so much fun on Wednesday. A big thank you to our wonderful Boronia leaders Bailey and William for planning a fun session. Finally, wow Boronia! Thanks for sharing your beautiful manners with us all during your treat session.
Family Sites: https://imaginationsoup.net/reflection-goal-setting-kids/
Books:
St Agnes' Primary School Community Forum
To get in touch, please contact pandfstagnes@gmail.com
Canteen News
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| Tuesday | Michael Richards |
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| Thursday | Cathy Quirk |
| Friday | Daniel Stewart, Veronica Swadling and Tegan Bassett |
Parish News
Community News
SHINE
Is your child ready to shine? 
Join us for drama classes every Thursday afternoon at St Agnes' Primary School!
Where: Creative Arts rooms, St Agnes' Primary School
Time: 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Who: Open to budding thespians in Years 1 to 6
Our classes are designed to help students express themselves and build confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. It's all about fun and creativity!
Don't miss out on this opportunity for your child to explore the world of drama. Enroll today and watch them unleash their inner star! 
For more information and to register, contact the front office for an enrolment form.
