Informer - Term 1 Week 10

From Our Principal ...

Dear  Families

As you may have seen in the local media last week, one of our students, Harley Stokes has been selected as part of the Australian team to compete at the World Dwarf Games being held in July this year in Germany.

Harley’s acceptance into the World Dwarf games follows his performance at the 2023 Central Queensland championships in Rockhampton, where he was awarded the 8 to 11 year old Multi Class Champion Boy after receiving five gold medals and one silver medal.

The cost of attending these games is substantial, with the family needing to raise a significant amount for Harley to attend.

A GoFundMe page has been set up to help him get to the Games.

Anyone can donate at https://asf.org.au/projects/help-harley-get-to-germany

Stay safe on the roads and I hope that families get a chance for a break over the holidays.

May the peace of the Risen Christ be with you and all those you love.

Jamie Emerick
Principal

Enhancing Catholic School Identity Survey

Recently, all parents were emailed instructions explaining how to complete the Enhancing Catholic School Identity (ECSI) survey. This anonymous survey is undertaken by an external provider who specialises in the gathering and collation of data.

This survey forms part of the accreditation process that allows schools to operate and we must show that there is a continuous process of reflection and improvement on our practice. Schools under the supervision of Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton (CEDR) complete a range of reflective practices over each five year accreditation period. Our school will review not just our academic performance and standards, but will also look at financial and compliance processes to ensure our school is capable and fit to meet the needs of our families and students.

Staff have commenced the surveys and students in the upper classes will also be surveyed using an age appropriate survey tool. This task will be conducted and supervised by staff members at school.

School Fee Accounts Are Now Overdue

Give Generously to Project Compassion

Spanning across the six weeks of Lent, Project Compassion brings thousands of schools, parishes and supporters together to raise funds for the most marginalised communities around the world.

This year's theme of Project Compassion is ‘For All Future Generations’, and reminds us that the good we do today will extend and impact the lives of generations to come. It is also a call for all of us to play our part in making the world a better place by working together as sisters and brothers in finding long-term solutions to global issues.

To learn how to make a real difference visit Caritas Australia website.

Whole School Beep Off

Our annual Whole School Beep-Off is on Tuesday 28 March (Week 10) @ 8.45am, straight after parade.

It is an event the students really look forward and it is always wonderful to see the whole school out on the oval showing their fitness and determination.

All things Cross Country..........

Our P-6 St John’s Cross Country is on Friday 31 March for all students, starting at 8.40am sharp.

General Information is as follows:

• Prep – Year 1 to meet teachers in their classroom from 8.20am
• Year 2-6 students are to put their school bags at their classrooms and move to their House Tents on oval from 8.20am. There will be NO Assembly.
• Students to wear their school polo or choose a sun safe shirt in house colour, sports shorts, runners, sunscreen, school hat and a large water bottle.
• The first race starts at 8.40am sharp (Year 1 Girls)
• Prep – Year 1 students complete the Fun Run Track course (approx. 600m)
• Year 2 and younger Year 3 students born in 2015 (only) compete the half course (approx. 1km).
• Students born in 2014 - 2011 compete in their year of birth and complete the full course (approx 1.6km).
• All students (P-6) receive a ribbon if they place 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, or 5^th
• Students born 2011 - 2014 receive points towards Athletics Age Champion if finish 1^st, 2^nd or 3^rd
• Students born 2011, 2012 and 2013 can be selected in the school Cross Country team to attend Port Curtis trials if they finish 1^st – 5^th.
• All races finish at approx. 10.45am and student return to their normal school day.
• All parent volunteers are always welcome! Please email Jakki Graham at jakki_graham@rok.catholic.edu.au if you would like to help out.

Wednesday Morning Fitness

Each Wednesday morning at 7.45am, Mrs. Graham will be running a 30 minute fitness session for any students who are keen. These sessions will help build on the fitness gains already made in HPE (from fitness card focus in Weeks 1-5) and help prepare students to do their best at the upcoming Cross Country (31 March) and Athletics Carnival (Term 2) as well as their own personal health benefits.

Fitness will begin on Wednesday 8 March and continue weekly until throughout Term 1 and Term 2.

All keen and committed students are most welcome!  Please meet Mrs. Graham on the oval.

Port Curtis Sport

Congratulations to the following students who have been selected in various Port Curtis Sport teams:

10-12 Years Hockey
Alex Slean 
Daisy Bryce
Stephanie Evangelista
Taylah Stokes
Morgan Wilkinson

10-11 Years & 11-12 Years Boys Rugby League
Braxton Bock
Colby Smith
Ethan Royston 

11-12 Years Girls Rugby League
Allayna Mayers

We wish these students well at their upcoming Capricornia trials.

Student Absences - Parent Lounge

Just a friendly reminder that parents are encouraged to use Parent Lounge to notify the school of your child's absence. Instructions are as follows:

Log into Parent Lounge
Click Items to Action
Click Student Details tab
Click Attendance
On right side of screen Click + Add Absence Notification tab (on right)
Complete details including Comment section
Click +Submit new

Library News ....

St John's Way Awardees

Homework Club - Year 3, 4, 5

Changed Uniform Shop Hours

This will be the last week for the changed uniform shop hours. Next term will return to Tuesday and Thursday mornings 7.45am to 9.15am.

THURSDAY and FRIDAY morning (THIS WEEK ONLY).
7.45am to 9.15am

Year 7 for 2024 - Chanel College Tours & Information Evening - Thurs 27 April

Please note date change. This event was originally scheduled for Friday 31 March, but has now moved to Thursday 27 April 2023

College Tours: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Information Session: 5.00pm – 5.30pm
College Tours: 5.30pm – 6.00pm

Have you ever wondered what it's like at Chanel College?

Attend their Information Evening and discover what they have to offer.

Take a tour, view their facilities, talk with current students and staff, meet their leadership team, and hear from their wonderful Principal, Dr Susan Bunkum.

We understand that choosing the right school for your child is an extremely important decision. At Chanel College they can make that transition a smooth process for your family.

Don't miss this great opportunity. All Welcome!

Volunteer Tuckshop Roster

Tuckshop Increased Hours - Term 2

As of the start of Term 2, the tuckshop will be open both breaks on Wednesday and Thursday (Friday is already open both breaks).

Tuckshop Specials ...

Tuckshop Menu

In And Around OSHC ...

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