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Dear families and friends,
The saying it takes a village to raise a child, was highlighted on Friday night when a number of our students were Confirmed. The St Joseph’s ‘village’ gathered, although a bit smaller than usual due to COVID restrictions. Observing the parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends, cousins and parishioners who gathered in support of the children as they received the Sacrament was a delight. Everyone was so proud to witness each candidate in choosing to continue as members of the Church in their own right, with their sponsors standing strong with them in their journey.
A special thank you to the parents, sponsors, parishioners, Sr Jasmine, Mrs Farrugia and Fr John for preparing the children and the celebration. We look forward to celebrating First Communion with these students in the coming Sunday Masses.
As the students begin this next stage in their faith life, following Jesus’ footsteps, we pray as a community that they trust and have faith that the Spirit is with them as they make decisions, celebrate learn and live.
COVID Restrictions
I was meeting with a new family, and we were all wearing masks. Right at the end the mother took of her mask briefly. I was surprised at how different she looked with the mask off. It made me think, this is a strange way meet people on a first occasion. In the same meeting, I was giving a 4-year-old a reassuring smile behind my mask! Our eyes tell a lot, but not the full picture, I don’t think he was getting a clear message. It made me wonder what it must be like for very young children when they meet people wearing masks. I am grateful for people wearing masks and hopeful for a time when we can again share a smile.
Further, I am grateful for the way our community is responding to the situation we find ourselves and are accepting of the impact, including the ongoing requirement for us to minimise adults on school grounds when students are at school to keep each other safe. Fortunately, we are able to continue most events and programs for students so they can still enjoy the experiences. Coming up we have the Book Week Costume Parade this Thursday, the Opening of our new buildings and the School Disco on 3rd of September, which parents are unable to attend. We will take photos and share the experiences with you the best we can. Thank you for your understanding.
Before and After School Reminders
Pick up and drop off on Cambridge Terrace please remember it is a NO PARKING ZONE –You may stop in a No Parking zone to immediately pick up or set down your child and drive off as soon as possible. No Parking zones are to ensure a quick and smooth turnover of vehicles. You must not leave your vehicle parked or unattended. Keeping cars moving through the zone helps keep children safe and drivers happy. If your child is late, please park and walk to collect your child.
Seafield Avenue Gate
This gate must be kept closed in the mornings to ensure young children remain in the grounds before and after school. The lock can be opened by older children, younger children will need help by an adult or older student as they enter. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our children safe.
Winter weather is back, keep warm and dry this week.
Kindest Regards,
Jodie Higgins
Principal
SAPSASA Basketball – Year 5/6 knockout Tournament
Congratulations to the year 5/6 Basketball team on a fantastic effort in reaching the grand final on Tuesday 17th August at Wayville Basketball Stadium. The team comprised of students that have been playing together all year admirably coached by our wonderful and passionate coach, Damian Reemst. Special mention to Matthew Pipicelli for his help transporting and assisting with coaching on the day.
The team played 4 games in total on the day against Plympton, Walkerville and Flinders Park. The Grand Final was a very close match which could have gone either way, unfortunately, the team went down by a close 3 points.
Congratulations to the team and their outstanding effort on the day. The team consisted of the following players:
Sydney Reemst
Tyler Harriss
Anthony Oliva
Xavier O’Brien
Zach Pipicelli
Charlie Revell
James Slape
Bailey Begg
Cross Country Carnival (SACPSSA)– Change of Date – Wednesday 18th August (week 5)
On Wednesday 18th August, 24 students from year 3-6 participated in the Catholic Schools Cross Country Carnival at PAC Oval. All the students completed a 2km run through the parklands after several weeks of lunch time training sessions at Kingswood Oval. Thank you to Mrs Bridget Brown, Miss D’Angelo, Mrs Melissa Porcaro and Mrs Megan Phillips for their help on the day.
Our students had some outstanding results on the day with all students finishing in the top 50 out of approximately 150 runners. Special mention to the following students on their top 15 results:
Emily Daunt – 3rd – Year 5 Girls
Charlie Revel - 6th – Year 5 Boys
Abbie Laundy - 9th – Year 4 Girls
Aslynn Tothill - 7th Year 4 Girls
Audrey Patriarca – 11th – Year 6 Girls
Charli Young – 12th – Year 6 Girls
Vincent Patriarca – 4th Year 4 Boys
Touch Football Carnival (SACPSSA)– Tuesday 31st August – (week 7) – REGISTRATION CLOSED
Registrations are now closed for the Touch Football Carnival. Thank you to all students and parents that have registered their interest and help on the day. We are still looking for extra helpers on the day, no Touch Football knowledge is necessary. If you can assist, please let Mr D know sdegiovanniello@stjk.catholic.edu.au
Athletics Carnival Postponed – Term 4, week 4 – Monday 1st November
Last Term the year 3-6 students participated in trails for the SACPSSA (Catholic Schools) Athletics Carnival which was due to be held this Term in week 4. The Carnival has now been postponed to Term 4 in week 4, Monday 1st November. The selected team will be announced later in the Term.
Thank you,
Mr De Giovanniello, Physical Education Teacher/Sports Coordinator
Next term our school will be holding an Italian Day on Friday 22nd October (Term 4 Week 2).
This day will provide the students with an opportunity to be immersed in a rich and cultural experience through a variety of activities and celebrations that embrace the Italian culture and language.
The day will commence with a special Italian assembly in the Multi-Purpose Room. At this assembly each year level will have the chance to showcase their fantastic knowledge and understanding of the Italian language and culture, through songs, role plays and dances. At this point, unfortunately we are unable to invite parents to this assembly due to Covid-19 restrictions, however the assembly will be recorded, and you will be sent a link. If restrictions change, we will notify you.
Other activities for the students throughout the day include:
- An Italian performer
- A costume parade
- Italian card games
- A bocce tournament
- An Italian photo booth
- A Tarantella dance lesson
- A special Italian tuckshop lunch (information will be sent closer to the time)
- Italian classroom games and activities
The students are also encouraged to come to school either dressed in the colours of the Italian flag (green, white and red) or in an Italian themed costume, for example, a soccer player, a pizza maker, a gondolier, Pinocchio, an ancient Roman, an Italian painter etc. Please do not go to any unnecessary expense, but rather use what you have at home.
If you would like to contribute an Italian activity to your child’s class on the day or prior e.g., cooking, a slideshow from your trip to Italy, an Italian storybook, sharing some family Italian traditions and customs, artefacts from Italy etc., please speak to your child’s class teacher.
We are all looking forward to this special day!
Grazie,
Signora Prestwich, Italian Teacher
A huge welcome and congratulations to our new SRCs who were announced at our last Assembly! The Student Representative Council (SRC) provides all students with a voice. There are two SRC students from each class, who together with Basia Steciuk, meet fortnightly to discuss matters of the school. Another major focus for the SRCs is to organise ways to raise funds for the disadvantaged.
- REC T Amelia Laundy & Luca Pisano
- REC M Lara Hiziak & Ben Van Groesen
- REC S Arden Iannicelli & Freddie Marwe
- 1/2S Elsa Tothill & Harrison Russo
- 1/2SH Olivia Daunt & Patrick Cook
- 1/2D Alia Seppelt-Deakin & Aria McPherson
- 3M Owen Fox & Elsa Szymaniak
- 3/4P Lucia Burvill & Arpi Mihaly
- 4/5CW Toby Medlow & Ashlyn Tothill
- 5D Max Borda & Lila Nichols
- 6B Bailey Begg & Chamathka Widanapathirana
Congratulations!
As you are likely to have heard in conversation with your child- our SALA Art Exhibition has been a key focus for classes so far this term, and with the theme "Imagining Tomorrow" the students have been using their creativity and imagination while engaging in a broad range of learning.
All the students have been working hard to create an individual piece for the show, as well as working collaboratively on a class place.
The Art Exhibition will be held on Thursday the 16th of September (Week 9), so save the date!
Bookings for Vacation Care will be available next week, which will run from Monday 27 September to Friday 8 October. We have some exciting activities planned so get in quick and book via SZapp as we only have limited places for our excursions. Also reminding all families that bookings close for Vacation Care on Friday 24 September. Any bookings canceled after that date will be charged full fees.
We provide a snack in the afternoon at Vacation Care but you need to supply recess and lunch for your child. Throughout Vacation Care, if your child wants to bring a scooter or skateboard and a helmet, they are welcome to, to use during the day. They can be stored on site. Please bring a pillow for our in house movies each day. We will also be walking to local parks and playgrounds such as Kingswood Oval/Playground and Mitcham Girls Oval.
Just reminding everyone it is compulsory to have a wide-brimmed hat in ASC and Vacation Care. Baseball caps are not acceptable. If your child does not bring a hat or brings a baseball cap, we will issue them with one and the fee is $3.00. You are welcome to supply your child with a hat that we can keep in our hat bag with their name on it. We also have available 2nd hand hats to buy for $5.00 and then we will mark them with your child’s name it and keep them for their use only!
Please note that if your child/ren will not be attending a regular session, even if they are sick you need to notify us by SZapp, text or email. See policies regarding the times for late bookings and late cancellations under OSHC on SZapp.
Also in regards to receiving your CCS, you must be registered with My Gov and answer any questions they send you. If you are not receiving CCS please see me and we can check further regarding this.
Vicky Wilson, OSHC Director & the OSHC Team
On Friday September 3rd (Week 7) students are invited to boogie the night away in the Multipurpose Room. There are two disco sessions with Reception to Year 2 at 5pm and Years 3 to 6 at 6.15pm.
$10 tickets are available on Qkr! now!
Please ensure your child brings along a water bottle and their dancing shoes. After completing Footsteps this term, we are looking forward to seeing the students' funky moves!
Book Week Playgroup
Put on your best costume and join us this Friday morning for our Book Week Playgroup! Where we celebrate the wide world of books.
Playgroup Facebook Group
Can't make it to Playgroup? Join us online through our closer Facebook Group - the St Joseph's Kingswood Playgroup Facebook Community!
A safe space to share photos, at home Playgroup fun and keep up to date with the latest Playgroup news at St Joseph's.
