Newsletter - 2024 Term 4 Week 8

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From the Leaders

In this Sunday’s Gospel from Luke we hear the names of many political and religious leaders as well as those of regions of places that were important in the life of Jesus. John the Baptist was proclaiming the coming of God’s Kingdom, telling people that big changes would be coming when the Lord appears. Advent reminds us that we must do our part in preparing our hearts and minds for his coming.

This continues to be the busiest time of the year with voting for future leaders, providing for the needy in our community through Christmas Hampers, Christmas Carols, Golf Days, visits to the elderly and pre schools, transitions to Kinder and High School for 2025, swimming carnivals and the list goes on. 

St Agnes' Swimming Carnival

What a great day for a swimming carnival. Thank you to Drew Wilson and Renee Shaw for their brilliant organisation of the day. Congratulations to staff and families for the great community spirit offered in coordinating time keeping, judging, recording and encouraging our children in their participation. 

2024 SRC Leadership Dinner

The SRC and House leaders had a fun night to acknowledge their leadership for the 2024 school year. We appreciate the Year 6 staff coming along to shoot and be shot at in laser tag. A fun night was had by all.

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2025 House Leaders

This week voting took place for our 2025 House Leaders. We look forward to announcing these Year 6 Leaders to the school community next week. Congratulations to all students who were nominated. 

Year 4 - Wild Nets

Wild Nets was a fun experience despite the heat. Year 4 attended this day to celebrate their learning on forces in the curriculum. The students were generously treated to an icy pole each to help survive the heat by Mrs Bianca Brooks. Thank you Bianca.

Kindergarten Retreat

Kindergarten spent the afternoon with Jacob and Jaz from the parish participating in their retreat on Kindness. Next week Year 1 will celebrate their retreat with the theme of Nourished, based on their Gospel story of Feeding the Five Thousand.

Hamper Donation Day - Out of Uniform!

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Thank You St Agnes' for your generosity!

On Thursday, the spirit of Christmas was alive and well as our School Representative Council and parent volunteers joined forces for a meaningful cause—assembling Christmas hampers for supporting others in our St Agnes’ Parish community.

The room buzzed with activity as festive foods and goodies were carefully packed into hampers, each one a symbol of generosity and kindness. The collaborative effort truly showcased the heart of our school community, reflecting the true meaning of the Christmas season—helping others. 

We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the donating, collection and packing process. Your donations and time are a reminder that together, we can make a real difference. A special shout out to our SRC and our parents who were able to help pack the hampers. 

Mrs Felicity Cochrane (Mum of Henley and Mia)
Mrs Candy Roach (Mum of Alexander)
Mrs Kylie Denham (Mum of Jack)
Ms Phoebe Sprague

As we celebrate this season of giving, may these hampers bring warmth and joy to the families who receive them. Thank you for embodying the spirit of Christmas and spreading hope and love within our parish community.

Year 1

Year 1 attended the chapel for their final liturgy for the school year.

Father Alejo talked with the students about their preparation for Christmas during the Advent season. Congratulations to the students on their incredibly reverent and respectful behaviour in the chapel. It was wonderful to have so many families attend to provide the amazing support they have shown for participating in the faith life of this grade during the year.

Parent Feedback - Video Information Topics

Kate (School Counsellor) and Nadine (School Occupational Therapist) are excited to offer some short parent information videos in 2025 covering a range of topics. Please click on the following  LINK to provide feedback on topics that are important to you.

St Agnes' Twilight Golf Day

The St Agnes’ Parent Community forum Twilight golf event was a  huge success. Thanks to the committee, the major sponsors Liam and Jimmy from LiuGong and everyone who attended on the night. Congratulations to all prize winners.

Over $9000 was raised, which will be used to cover our sandpit ensuring our children will be able to enjoy this activity during the hotter months. 

The winners from the day:

Winning Team: Joyce Constructions - $250 The Local voucher
Nearest to the Pin Male: Danny Suitor - Burger Urge vouchers
                                      Female: Anna Gleeson – Burger Urge vouchers
Longest Drive Male: Benny Sprague - $100 Little Shack
                              Female: Anna Gleeson – Frank Green drink bottle & Carwash Kit
Putting Hole winner: Justin Cameron - $50 & Frank Green drink bottle

 Betting Hole

1^st Prize: Mark Leonard – Mid Pacific voucher & $50 Salty Crew voucher
2^nd Prize: Chris Lonegan – Doppio or Nothing Espresso coffee hamper
3^rd Prize: Adam Kelly – Cassegrain white label twin pack of wines, Private tour & Tasting tour for 6 people

 Major Raffle

1^st Prize: Damien Keep - $200 Kenny Little vouchers, $200 Thomas foods meat pack, $50 Port Fesh Seafoods voucher
2^nd Prize: Dave Constantine – Aqua Vitae Hot Stone massage
3^rd Prize: Matt Dean – WildNets Adventure Park family voucher

 Auction 1
Dave Pleatfield - $250 All Accor voucher, Sydney Taronga Zoo family pass, Sydney Sea Life Aquarium family pass

 Auction 2
Peter Besseling - Morris Succession Lawyers – Succession Plan/Wills package

 Auction 3
Lachlan Bassett - Prestige Electrical & Data Services – Home Electrical Safety Testing & Smoke Alarm Testing Services.

 Auction 4
Mick O’Brien - Prestige Electrical & Data Services – Home Electrical Safety Testing, Smoke Alarm Testing, Business Thermal Imaging Assessment Services.

 Auction 5
Mark Leonard – Brows by Willow Teeth Whitening Voucher.

 Auction 6
David Storok – Open Card at Sandbox until Australia weekend

Major Sponsor - LiuGong

Hole Sponsors - Doppio or Nothing Espresso, Construction Sciences, Ultra Tune – Port Macquarie, Joyce Constructions, Paragon Accounting, Prestige Electrical & Data Services and Harelec Solar

Team Sponsors - Vital Living, Peter Jacka Electrical, Coastal Commercial Linings and Fresh By Design

Other Sponsors/supporters - Tall Orders, Strive Financial, The Local, Morris Succession Lawyers, Sandbox, Saxby’s, Cassegrain’s, Burger Urge, Kenny Littles, Little Shack, Brows by Willow, Aqua Vitae, Mid Pacific, Salty Crew Kiosk, Taronga Zoo Sydney, Sea Life Aquarium Sydney, WildNets Port Macquarie, Thomas Foods, Petries Mitre 10, Super Cheap Auto, The Catholic Men's Club and Port Macquarie Golf Club

We are giving a shout out to families who have school uniforms their children no longer wear, because of change of school or growing out of them. We would welcome them as spares at school and are looking to start the clothing pool again now that our new uniform has been in place for a few years.

Little Muzos

Next Wednesday 11 December is the final Band rehearsal for 2024. Band Rehearsals will resume on Wednesday 12 February for all continuing musicians. 

New students need to go to littlemuzos.com.au to register so that the correct instrument and book is prepared for your child. 

Sports News

Registration for 2025 Zone Swimming Trials

Starting today, families can register their children for the 2025 Zone Swimming Trials through schoolinterviews.com.au. The trials will take place at Wauchope Pool on Thursday 6 February 2025 (please note this is the first day of school for Years 1-6).

These trials are specifically for competitive swimmers who wish to qualify for the Zone Swimming Carnival. To participate, students must:

• Be at least eight years old in 2025 (turning eight that year)
• Regularly attend swimming lessons or squad training

Key Dates to Remember:

• Registration Deadline: Monday 3 February 2025
• Zone Swimming Carnival: Students who place first or second in an event are expected to compete at Macksville on Tuesday 18 February 2025

To register your child, visit schoolinterviews.com.au and use the code 6gctd.

2025 Winter Sports Trials

Early in Term 1, Aggies will conduct school-based trials for the following sports:

• Soccer
• Netball
• Hockey
• Rugby Union
• Rugby League

Students who perform well during these trials will be selected to represent Aggies at the 2025 Zone Winter Sports Trials, which will take place on Monday 17 February 2025.

Further details about the trials will be shared with students and families in Term 1. Stay tuned for updates!

Future Dates

2025

• Thursday 6 February: School Zone Swimming Trials - Wauchope Pool
• Friday 7 February: Polding Summer Sports Trials - Tamworth
• Monday 17 February: Zone Winter Sports Trials - Port Macquarie
• Tuesday 18 February: Zone Swimming Carnival - Macksville

Positive Behaviour Support

Catholic Social teaching: 

We believe that every person is made in God’s image. We believe that every person has inherent dignity and every life is sacred.

The innate dignity of each person is the foundation and inspiration of our vision for a just and compassionate world.

We see the image of God in every person, no matter their circumstance. The women, men and children most vulnerable to extreme poverty and injustice should not be hindered from living a life equal to their dignity.

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