Newsletter 22 November 2024
Principal's Message
Sydney Swifts visit
Fantastic Fete!
Year 1 on Excursion
Friday 22 November 2024- Term 4 Week 6
Dear Parents and Carers,
As we head into the final weeks of the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on our recent achievements and provide some important reminders. Our school community continues to impress with its spirit, dedication, and talent. Let’s finish the year strong together!
Thank You for a Wonderful School Fete!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to making our school fete such a resounding success! From the dedicated volunteers to the families and friends who attended, your support has been incredible. Together, we raised over $14,000 to support the fantastic work of our Parent Forum. These funds will go directly toward making the school a better place for children.
School Uniform Reminder
As we approach the end of the year, let’s ensure students continue to wear their uniforms with pride. Please check that your child’s uniform is in line with the school’s policy, including appropriate footwear, hats, and jewellery. A consistent uniform fosters a sense of belonging and reflects positively on our school. For any concerns or questions about the uniform, feel free to contact the office or consult our website.
Celebrating Artistic Talent: 'Little Archies' Portrait Competition
Congratulations to the talented young artists who participated in this year’s ‘Little Archies’ Portrait Competition! We were blown away by the creativity and skill displayed in the entries. Prizes were awarded at this week’s assembly and their outstanding work will be displayed around the school. Thank you to our teachers for fostering such a wonderful opportunity for self-expression.
Finishing the Year Strong
With just a few weeks left, I encourage all students to remain focused, work hard, and maintain respectful behaviour both inside and outside the classroom. These final days are an opportunity to build on the progress we’ve made this year and end on a high note. Parents, thank you for your support in encouraging good habits and helping your children set positive goals as we approach the holidays.
Thank you all for your continued partnership in creating such a vibrant and supportive school community.
Grace and peace,
Peter Watts
Faith and Mission News
Parish Luncheons
On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, a class attends the Parish Luncheon, where they meet some parishioners and enjoy each other's company. Everyone is welcome to attend. Last Wednesday, Kinder Blue attended the luncheon and had a wonderful time getting to know some of the parishioners. Our next class to attend will be K Red on 18 December.
Parish BBQ/ Fun Day
Save the Date! 8 December
10:30am at St Augustine’s School
Naomi Loader - Assistant Principal Mission
Maria Woods - Leader of School Evangelisation
NATIVITY LITURGY - SAVE THE DATE
NEWS FROM THE LARC
CALLING ALL LIBRARY BOOKS…..
The LARC Staff are planning to run a stocktake in Week 9 and we need ALL of your books returned! Can you please have a look at home for any library books and return them to the LARC by Thursday 5 December (Week 8). There will be no borrowing in Week 9, but should students wish to borrow for the holidays they can do so in Week 10.
K-2 Parent Storytelling 2024
FETE Gallery
Year 1 on Excursion
Year 1 have enjoyed a wonderful day on Thursday extending their knowledge of content covered in their Learning Module throughout the term. In the morning they explored the Aqua Play area at the Big Banana to put into practice water and sun safety skills (while having lots of fun).
In the afternoon they visited the North Coast Regional Botanic Gardens, where Miss Katrina shared her knowledge of native plants and their uses; the significance of Coffs Creek; an introduction to the Moon Man dreaming story (which has many Native plants in it); and the Pink bloodwood tree which is over 500 years old! All the students listened respectfully and had lots of questions during the yarn and creek walk session.
For their Visual Arts module, Year 1 sketched 'patterns from nature', in preparation for tomorrow's printmaking lesson - we can't wait to see their finished artworks! A fantastic learning experience.
Sport News
SPORT CALENDAR 2024
TERM 4
Week 7 | |
Tue 26 Nov | Lismore Diocesan Summer Sports Trials - TENNIS & BASKETBALL (Lismore) |
Tue 26 - Wed 27 Nov | Basketball NSW State Finals |
Thu 28 Nov | Lismore Diocesan Summer Sports Trials - TOUCH FOOTBALL (Lismore) |
Fri 29 Nov | Lismore Diocesan Summer Sports Trials - CRICKET (Lismore) |
Week 8 | |
Fri 6 Dec | St Augustine’s Representative Swimming Trials (Coffs Harbour) |
Lismore Diocesan Summer Sports Trials (Cricket)
Well done to Edison Hay and Benjamin Walsh who attended the Diocesan Summer Sports Trials for cricket in Lismore last week.
The Sydney Swifts swoop into St Augustine’s!
Last week we were extremely lucky to have Allie Smith and Sharni Lamden from the Sydney Swifts come in for a very special visit. Our very eager netball fans were treated to a Q&A session which wrapped up with lots of signing and souvenir photos!
CANTEEN NEWS
Canteen Roster
Week beginning 25 November
- Monday - C Williams
- Tuesday - M & M Black
- Wednesday - C Jones
- Thursday - J Murphy, D Kelly
- Friday - W McLean, K Cochran, Hana
Week beginning 2 December
- Monday - B Rae
- Tuesday - M & M Black
- Wednesday - B Symons
- Thursday -
- Friday - W McLean, L Lawler, C Williams
Notices
