Last Sunday was a Family mass. Thank you to all of our families who attended mass. Coming to mass is an opportunity to pray and give thanks for the blessings, gifts and talents God has given to us. It is one way to show how we are always faithful to our loving God. On Sunday we celebrated the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ.
Take a few minutes to reflect (reflection from Catholic Education Victoria ) on the the gospel reading from John 6: 51–58. The word of the gospel promises us:
To have life to the full.
To live in Jesus and have Jesus live in us.
To live for the sake of Jesus.
To be the Body of Christ in the world.
To live forever.
To have life to the full.
To live in Jesus and have Jesus live in us.
To live for the sake of Jesus.
To be the Body of Christ in the world.
To live forever.
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Engaged and motivated learners always faithful to our loving God
Motivated learners will intrinsically drive their own learning when they are authentically engaged. I was thrilled to meet with some of our Year 5 learners who are actively pursuing their own learning.
Last week Anton, Christian and Jed from 5J and 5M approached me with a few ideas they had jotted down on a notepad during their lunch break. They were keen to raise funds to support the black rhino, an endangered species pursued by poachers for their horns. I suggested that the boys expand on and develop their plans further and then come back to see me.
Well, only a few days later, after a busy weekend of work, the boys impressed me with their detailed plans going forward. They provided me with a personalised copy of their plans which included costings, games, activities, resources, designs and a list of other students and family members who are all interested in contributing to the black rhino cause. The boys shared their plans with passion and enthusiasm and I am looking forward to supporting the boys to bring their ideas to life.
I wish to commend Anton, Christian and Jed for taking the initiative to pursue their interests and we look forward to sharing the progress of their plans with our school community. These boys are indeed showing us how to live our St Pat's vision of being engaged and motivated learners always faithful to our loving God.
and more engaged and motivated learners .....
There were more engaged and motivated learners sharing their biome projects and dioramas at the Yr 3 and Yr 4 showcases of their learning this week. Well done to all learners who presented their projects with passion and joy. Thanks to our wonderful teachers for working hard to engage and motivate all learners at St Pat's. Thanks to our parent community for supporting our children with their home learning activities and for coming to view our learners in action in the hall.
Motivated learners will intrinsically drive their own learning when they are authentically engaged. I was thrilled to meet with some of our Year 5 learners who are actively pursuing their own learning.
Last week Anton, Christian and Jed from 5J and 5M approached me with a few ideas they had jotted down on a notepad during their lunch break. They were keen to raise funds to support the black rhino, an endangered species pursued by poachers for their horns. I suggested that the boys expand on and develop their plans further and then come back to see me.
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| Anton, Christian and Jed proudly share their plans. |
I wish to commend Anton, Christian and Jed for taking the initiative to pursue their interests and we look forward to sharing the progress of their plans with our school community. These boys are indeed showing us how to live our St Pat's vision of being engaged and motivated learners always faithful to our loving God.
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| Jed's young sister Skye in 2T was asked to draw a rhino for their project |
There were more engaged and motivated learners sharing their biome projects and dioramas at the Yr 3 and Yr 4 showcases of their learning this week. Well done to all learners who presented their projects with passion and joy. Thanks to our wonderful teachers for working hard to engage and motivate all learners at St Pat's. Thanks to our parent community for supporting our children with their home learning activities and for coming to view our learners in action in the hall.
Parent/Teacher Interviews Thursday 29th June and feedback from 2016 surveys
We are looking forward to welcoming you to the parent meetings on Thursday. The meetings will take place in the hall. Please arrive a few minutes early as there will be an opportunity to complete a very brief survey while you wait. All surveys will go into a draw for a gift voucher.
At our recent Parish Education Board meeting we discussed the outcomes of the annual online Insight SRC survey. This survey is completed by senior students, staff and parents. The 2017 surveys will be completed in September. The outcomes of the surveys help guide our School Improvement Plan going forward. It was suggested that I share a 5 minute presentation with parents to inform you of the 2016 survey results and any future actions. If you are interested in learning more, please join me in the staff room for a 5 minute presentation on Thursday 29th June at the following times: 2pm, 3pm, 5pm and 6pm. I will also have a flyer summarising the outcomes available for anyone who is interested.
POPE Parents as Open Partners in Education feedback
Here is a link to the latest information from the POPE forum. The main topic of interest has been school camps.
CONDOLENCES
We were very saddened earlier this week to hear about the sudden passing of Damien O'Shea on the weekend. The O'Shea family are a highly respected St Patrick's family and have been very active within the local community, none more so than here at St Pats where Damien was a member of the Education Board for a number of years, Raechel - President of the Parent's & Friends, and Ben and Darcy attended school. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire O'Shea family at this time.
NETBALL LIGHTNING PREMIERSHIP
We are looking forward to welcoming you to the parent meetings on Thursday. The meetings will take place in the hall. Please arrive a few minutes early as there will be an opportunity to complete a very brief survey while you wait. All surveys will go into a draw for a gift voucher.
At our recent Parish Education Board meeting we discussed the outcomes of the annual online Insight SRC survey. This survey is completed by senior students, staff and parents. The 2017 surveys will be completed in September. The outcomes of the surveys help guide our School Improvement Plan going forward. It was suggested that I share a 5 minute presentation with parents to inform you of the 2016 survey results and any future actions. If you are interested in learning more, please join me in the staff room for a 5 minute presentation on Thursday 29th June at the following times: 2pm, 3pm, 5pm and 6pm. I will also have a flyer summarising the outcomes available for anyone who is interested.
POPE Parents as Open Partners in Education feedback
Here is a link to the latest information from the POPE forum. The main topic of interest has been school camps.
CONDOLENCES
We were very saddened earlier this week to hear about the sudden passing of Damien O'Shea on the weekend. The O'Shea family are a highly respected St Patrick's family and have been very active within the local community, none more so than here at St Pats where Damien was a member of the Education Board for a number of years, Raechel - President of the Parent's & Friends, and Ben and Darcy attended school. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire O'Shea family at this time.
NETBALL LIGHTNING PREMIERSHIP
UPCOMING DATES for TERM 2
Fri 23rd June Reports home
Thur 29th June Parent/Teacher Interviews
Fri 30th June End of term 2. Children dismissed @ 2pm.
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