Week 6 Term 2 - 2022
Dear Families
A wonderful week this week with the highlight being our Stage 2 students being Confirmed. This Sacrament of Confirmation has been deferred three times due to COVID and the floods. The children were so excited to know that the Sacrament was finally going ahead. It was a beautiful night, the children participated reverently with much anticipation. It was wonderful to see so many family members supporting each of the candidates.
We are grateful to Bishop Greg for confirming the children. In his homily, the Bishop discussed the three most important gifts to be received by the Holy Spirit during Confirmation that he and all parents wished for their children. The gift of Knowledge- to know the difference between right and wrong, the gift of Courage- to be able to follow through and do what is right, and finally the gift of Love -so that each of the children will always know that they are loved and be able to love others.
Thank you to Mrs Boyd, Mrs Campbell and Mr Moloney for organising the Liturgy and to Fr Max who continues to support us.
Congratulations to Lotte, Sophie, Meluca, Caleb, Sunni, Pip, Rita, Rose and Tom.
A MASSIVE THANK YOU TO MACKILLOP COLLEGE STUDENTS, STAFF AND FAMILIES
Today Mrs Cath Eichman, Principal of MacKillop Catholic College, Port Macquarie and 3 of their leadership students attended our school to present us with a very large donation to support the ongoing provision of lunch and recess for the children. It was an amazing gesture of kindness and support and we are extremely grateful to the students, staff and families of MacKillop for their generous donation. We also loved the fact that they took the time to drive all the way up from Port Macquarie to see us and spend some time with us.
Lorena, Caleb and Clancy, our School Captains and Vice Captain received the large cheque and thanked Mrs Eichman and the leaders for their generosity, "...we may not be the largest school or have the biggest number of students but we are the happiest because of what you have done for us. Thank you!
STAGE 2 MASS
We finished the week by celebrating Mass led by Stage 2. Thank you Stage 2, Mrs Cronin, Miss Baker, Mrs Reese and Mrs Boyd, it was a wonderful Mass. Thanks Fr Peter.
KINDERGARTEN 2023
As we move quickly through 2022, it is time already to begin kindergarten enrolments for 2023.
We will be holding our Kindy Information Night on Tuesday 21 June 2022. If you have children ready to begin school next year, or if you know of anyone who may be interested in enrolling in Kindergarten (or any other year) in 2023, the Information Evening will be held on Tuesday 21 June at 6 pm.
SEMESTER 1 REPORTS AND PARENT TEACHER MEETINGS
An adapted Semester 1 report will be given out in Week 10 of this term. Parent-Teacher Interviews will be held on Monday and Tuesday of Week 10 (27 & 28 June) to give you the opportunity to discuss the reports and your child's learning. Details to be provided in the coming weeks.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY (PUPIL FREE)
A Professional Learning Day for staff (Pupil Free day) will be held on the last day of Term 2- Friday 1 July 2022.
IN WEEK 6 OF TERM 2 WE ARE TRULY GRATEFUL FOR:
The kind and generous support from MacKillop College students, staff and families.
- Our Confirmed students
- Our School Leaders and the wonderful work and representation that they are doing
- Bishop Greg, Fr Max and Fr Peter for your ongoing support
- The food that has continued to be provided for our students.
Have a wonderful weekend
Regards
SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION:
Year C - PENTECOST SUNDAY
Gospel Reading: Luke 24:46-53
Jesus is taken to heaven and the disciples remain in Jerusalem awaiting his sending of the Spirit.
The season of Easter concludes with today's celebration, the Feast of Pentecost. On Pentecost we celebrate the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles gathered in the upper room in Jerusalem; this event marks the beginning of the Church. In situations of conflict, we can be agents of peace and harmony among people due to the presence of the Holy Spirit.
CELEBRATION OF THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION –
During the Mass Bishop Gregory Homeming spoke about the importance of love, he affirmed to our parents that their role as parents was to love their children so that their child understands that they are loved and can love others. He also spoke about the Gifts of the Spirit knowing what was right and wrong, and having knowledge and strength enabling them to make good choices in the future.
Please pray for the students and their families as they will continue their faith journey when they prepare to celebrate the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist next term.
Important Dates
SCHOOL MASS prepared by Stage One at the Anglican Church Friday 17th June at 9:30 am - parents welcome!
STARRS PRODUCTION SHOW - Young Mary: Friday 24th June at 1:15 pm
NAIDOC Week 3rd – 10 July 2022
St Joseph’s Athletics Carnival
Our school Athletics Carnival has been booked for Geoff Watt Oval Alstonville on Friday 17th June. More detail will be issued closer to the date.
Dates for the calendar
Monday 25th July 1500m event at Hepburn Park starting at 4:000pm
Thursday 28th July Richmond Zone Athletics
Wednesday 10th August Diocesan Athletics
| Kindergarten | Lola Collins and Tucker Farrell |
| Year 1 | Zaylia Currie and Archie Martin |
| Year 2 | Brooke Cameron and Eva Flanagan |
| Year 3 | Lacey Foster and Chase Martin |
| Year 4 | Meluca Jett, Isabella Riddle and Pip Swanson |
| Year 5 | Johanna Jensen |
| Year 6 | Boston Long and Max Ferrier |
CONGRATULATIONS
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