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Dear Parents, Guardians and Carers,
Our school, along with the 45 Catholic schools in the Diocese of Sale, will celebrate Catholic Education Week from 17 May to 24 May. The theme for this year’s celebrations is, A New Dialogue of Love, Hope and Joy, inspired by the Scripture passage, ‘See, I am Making All Things New’ (Rev. 21:5). This theme symbolises an optimistic and hope-filled perspective on the world and a renewed approach to fostering positive change.
The theme emphasises the belief that transformation and renewal are possible in all aspects of life through individual choices. By following the life and teachings of Jesus, and embracing principles of compassion, peace, goodness, and justice, individuals can contribute to a more hopeful and joyful world, sowing seeds of positivity and hope.
Through this theme, Catholic schools aim to inspire young people to reflect on the Christian message and to showcase their efforts in contributing to creating a better world.
The hope is for staff, students, families, and parishes to embrace this meaningful time and for schools to celebrate their distinctive mission and share features that are special about their schools.
Our school will be holding a Whole School Mass to celebrate Catholic Education Week. All are welcome to join us for this special celebration.
THE RESILIENCE PROJECT: Gratitude.
This week’s presentation from The Resilience Project focuses on Gratitude.
Gratitude is paying attention to the things that we have right now, and not worrying about what we don’t have. We practise this by noticing the positives that exist around us.
Research shows that practising gratitude rewires our brains to overcome the negativity bias (which can lead to anxiety and depression) and see the world for what we are thankful for. It is also shown to broaden thinking, and increase physical health through improved sleep and attitude to exercise.
View Part 2 of the series here:
Part 2 - Gratitude: https://theresilienceproject.com.au/2023-parent-carer-hub-inspire-hugh/
There are many ways in which you can practise gratitude, including starting a gratitude journal. You can simply use a notebook to list three things that went well for you each day or use a more comprehensive Wellbeing Journal, like those created by The Resilience Project.
Source: Psychology Today
For mental health resources and support information, visit The Resilience Project’s Support Page.
WINTER ROUND ROBIN
On Tuesday 6th of June 5/6 students are participating in Winter Round Robin Sports (Football, Soccer, Netball and T-ball) and we are in need of more support (coaches and umpires across these as we are entering multiple teams in football, soccer and netball). Events like this rely on assistance so if you are able to spare your time and talent to assist your children on the day please email lclarke@stmtraralgon.catholic.edu.au - you must have a current WWCC.
IMPORTANT DATES
- 20th - 22nd May - 5/6 Phillip Island Camp
- 24th May - Sacrament of Confirmation 6pm at the Church
- 4th June - District Winter Sports (5/6 students)
- 7th June - School Closure Day
- 10th June - King's Birthday Public Holiday
- 18th - 19th June - Student Led conferences
- 28th June - Last Day Term Two (1pm finish)
Kind regards
Jodie
PARISH NEWS
For all families not paying their school fees by direct debit, Term 2 fees and Grade 5/6 camp fees were due by Friday 10th May 2024.
On Sunday we celebrated the Ascension of the Lord into heaven. A sign that we are coming to the end of the Easter season and heading into a new season in the church year. Jesus’ message to his disciples was to ‘Go out to the whole world; proclaim the Good News to all creation.’ This is the mission left for us all to act upon.
Francis of Assisi is credited with saying, ‘Preach the gospel at all times and when necessary, use words!’ In every interaction we have we say so much about who we are, what we think of the other person and what we believe – even without opening our mouth. Our actions and attitudes proclaim our beliefs more powerfully than our words ever do. If we claim to be concerned about justice and yet behave unjustly then it is our actions, not our words, that will be heard! When we are called to ‘proclaim the Good News’ we are called to do this first and foremost in action.
Each week students from each class are awarded Student of the Week certificates. These children are nominated for the example they have been within the school based on the School Wide Expectation focus for that week. The weekly focus will be from Wednesday until Tuesday the following week. Awards will be presented to students at assembly on Friday.
In Week 5 the School Wide Expectation focus is Honesty:
I always tell the truth.
I am honest when reflecting on my personal performance.
I take responsibility for my actions.
| Ostyn Van Mierlo | Imogen Hunter | Aaryan Thusmanraj |
| Indy Kyle | Amalee Kendall | Eden Stewart |
| Emoya Konyi | Ameleia Manio | Bryce Hahn |
| Nainika Sreejith | Zach Seeber | Conor Boyington |
| Rafferty Green | Vienna Cummins | Imogen Rouget |
| Ari Marcou | Jackson Stanistreet | Sammi Illing |
| Sebastien Crozier | Eva Lubawski | Leigham Frendo |
| Mehluli Njanike | Ollie Martyn |
We offer hot lunches weekly on a Monday with Munch Lunch. They are a local company that offer a variety of lunch items.
Ordering is simple, download the Spriggy Schools app via your App Store or Google Play store, select St Michael's School, add your children and their class to the app and place your order! Lunches will then be delivered to school. Orders need to be placed by 9:00am on the day. You can pre order lunches 2 weeks in advance.
Contact: Munch Lunch 0459 220 445 or hello.munch.lunch@gmail.com
Victorian Premiers’ Reading Challenge
The Victorian Premiers’ Reading Challenge is now open and St. Michael’s Primary School is excited to be participating. The PRC application offers a range of exciting features including:
- access to a library catalogue (including book images and blurbs)
- a modern user-friendly interface
- rewarding students with badges as challenge milestones are achieved
- the option for students to mark books as a favourite, give them a star rating or complete a book review
The Challenge is open to all Victorian children from birth to Year 10 in recognition of the importance of reading for literacy development. It is not a competition; but a personal challenge for children to read a set number of books by 6 September 2024.
Children from Prep to Year 2 are encouraged to read or ‘experience’ 30 books with their parents and teachers. Children from Year 3 to Year 10 are challenged to read 15 books.
All children who meet the Challenge will receive a certificate of achievement signed by the Victorian Premier and former Premiers.
To read the Premier’s letter to parents, view the booklist and for more information about the Victorian Premiers’ Reading Challenge, visit:
https://www.vic.gov.au/premiers-reading-challenge
To register to be part of the challenge, please click on the link below:
Victorian Premier's Reading Challenge 2024
