Sacred Heart School 40 Ovens Rd, THORNLIE 6108 Phone: 9251 3000 Fax: 9251 3090 Email: admin@shthorn.wa.edu.au Website: www.shthorn.wa.edu.au

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31 May 2017 Western Australian Day A reminder to all our families that Monday 5 June is the Western Australian Day public holiday when we are reminded of the day when WA was founded. It was on 1 June 1829 that the State’s first Euro-pean settlers, men, women and children, completed their long sea journey from Britain to the Swan River Colony. They arrived on board the Parmelia under the command of Captain James Stirling and had

their first view of mainland Western Australia. Although wintry conditions prevented them from stepping ashore on the mainland until sometime later, Western Australian Day, former-ly known as Foundation Day, has since been recognised on this date.

Western Australian Day is a time when we pay tribute to all those who came before us and to the citizens of today who are building our future. It is also a time, when we can join in putting community endeavour on show in a spirit of pride and appreciation for the efforts and achievements of our fellow citizens, past and present.

It is a day of significance and pride to all who call Western Australia home. Students re-turn to school on Tuesday 6 June. We wish all our families a safe and relaxing long week-end break.

Keeping Safe Australia is mostly a very safe place to live. Every now and then something happens that makes us feel unsafe or uncomfortable and we have to count on what we have learnt to keep us safe. At Sacred Heart we do the Protective Behaviours program with children from the ELC to Year 6 and our OSHC children too. This program has two main themes: “We all have the right to feel safe all of the time” and “We can talk with someone about any-thing.” Parents can help at home by having conversations with their children, reminding them that there are some people around who can be a danger, particularly to kids. Most of the people who hurt kids are people the kid knows, including people in their families and bullies at school, but a few of these people are strangers. Here are 4 tips to keep children safer when they are out. 1. Think aware - Be aware that there are some people who are not as nice as they

seem. 2. Think smart - Be smart when you are out and about. Notice who is nearby and what

is happening around you. 3. Think ahead - Work out with your parents, carers and teachers what you would do in

an emergency situation. 4. Think first - If you are feeling unsafe, then look for a Safety House or business, a

friend's house, stay with your friends, look for a trusted adult, go into a shop, super-market or somewhere where there are lots of people, or, if you have one, use your mobile to get help.

Remember too that most adults are trustworthy. Look to see if there are a couple of adults, or someone with a child who you can go and stand close to.

Pentecost Sunday – 4 June Pentecost is often called "the birthday of the Church." Christ had prom-ised His Apostles that He would send His Holy Spirit, and, on Pentecost, they were granted the gifts of the Holy Spirit. The Apostles began to preach the Gospel in all of the languages that the Jews who were gath-ered there spoke, and about 3,000 people were converted and baptized that day.

In preparation for their Confirmation, Year 6 students discuss the gifts of the Holy Spirit that they received at baptism and will have strengthened through Confirmation. Pentecost is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on these gifts and to see how you use them in your everyday life.

Wisdom is the gift of knowing the right choices to make to live a holy life. The gift of wisdom helps you to avoid the things that could lead you away from God. Understanding is the gift of comprehension, or the ability to grasp the meaning of the teachings of the Church. The gift of understanding helps you be tolerant and sympathetic of others. It helps you sense when someone is hurting or in need of compassion. Right Judgment, or Counsel, is the gift of prudence. The gift of right judgment helps you make choices to live as a faithful follower of Jesus. Courage, or Fortitude, is the gift that helps you stand up for your faith in Christ. The gift of courage helps you overcome any obstacles that would keep you from practicing your faith. Knowledge is the gift of knowing and enlightenment. The gift of knowledge enables you to choose the right path that will lead you to God. It encourages you to avoid obstacles that will keep you from him. Reverence, or Piety, is the gift of confidence in God. This gift of reverence inspires you to joyfully want to serve God and others. Wonder and Awe, or Fear of the Lord is the gift of wonder and respect that encourages you to be in awe of God. The gift of wonder and awe moves you to so love God that you do not want to offend him by your words or actions.

Assistant Principal

Tomorrow (Thursday 1 June) the funeral Mass of Thanksgiving for Debbie Gutta, wife of Peter, mother of Anthony and Madeline will take place in the Church. Many staff will be attending the Mass therefore var-ious adjustments will be made around the school. We thank you for your understanding.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

THE CANTEEN WILL BE CLOSED TOMORROW. Children will have to bring their own lunch.

The Oval will be opened for car parking for the funeral. Parents entering to and from the school are asked to be patient and respectful.

And from Mrs Mercer (School Chaplain)

In the Church tomorrow, I will be leaving some pamphlets and booklets on Grief, Loss, Anxiety and De-pression Please feel free to take these if you know someone who would benefit from this infor-mation. These pamphlets will then be left in the foyer of school office for you to take. At these times most people do not know what to say and so avoid the person who needs it most. Sometimes just letting them know you are there can be a help. You don't have to say much, in fact it's very hard to talk when you are experiencing grief. Being there for someone, without saying anything can be a comfort in it-self. I will be at the church tomorrow. Please also know that I am available for your children and your family if you need support.

Griefline www.griefline.org.au 1300 845 745

SPORT NEWS

Attention Year 4 to 6

Students and Parents

Optional cross country training has com-

menced for those students interested.

Days: Monday, Tuesday & Friday

Time: 7:50 am

Bring running shoes and meet at the hall

gate

Mr Leach & Mr Landers

REMAINING EAGLES CUP VENUES 2017

Sacred Heart Thursday vs Xavier School Armadale— 1 June

Netball – Sacred Heart School

Football & Soccer – Walter Padbury Reserve

Sacred Heart vs

St Munchin’s—9

June

Netball—Sacred Heart Football & Soccer—Walter Padbury Reserve

CROSS COUNTRY CARNIVAL

The 2017 House Cross Carnival will be held on Wednesday 14 June. The carnival will take place at the Sacred Heart School. It will run from 9am onwards for Year 4-6 and 10.50am onwards for Year 1-3. Unfortunately due to the nature of the carnival no times can be given for individual races. Presentations will be completed for all races from 1pm in the undercover area. DATE: Wednesday 14 June

VENUE: Sacred Heart School

START: 9am Years 4-6 10.50am Years 1-3

PRESENTATIONS: 1pm

All students MUST wear their House sports uniform and have a HAT.

For duty of care reasons and for the smooth running of all events NO child will be permitted to sit with their parents.

Please ensure that your child/ren have any medication they may need i.e. ventalin puffer. We will require some parent helpers so if you are able to assist please contact either myself or the office staff. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me at school. Thank you for your continued support of the Sports program at Sacred Heart. Mr Callan Leach Physical Education Teacher

LINKING

SCHOOL

AND

PARISH

GOLDEN JUBILEE of

MONSIGNOR TIM

50 years a priest!!!!

His special Jubilee Mass will be celebrated

on 11 June at 10.00am.

Following the Mass, there will be a get-

together lunch in the Sacred Heart Prima-

ry School Hall.

Bishop Sproxton will be the main cele-

brant, assisted by a number of fellow

priests.

A very humble man

who has served the

Catholic community

well with kindness,

gentleness and love.

PARISH SEMINAR—AD 2017

ONE DAY PARISH MISSION PENTECOST

SUNDAY 4 June from 12.00 noon to 8.00pm

This short parish mission provides the tools

and means for living in the Power of God for

personal growth in faith and evangelization.

Come, Discover your gifts today.

1. The Upper Room: What really

happened?

2. What are the gifts of the spirit: How do

they work?

3. How can I know I have the gifts?

4. Discerning the Gifts in my life.

5. How can I experience Pentecost in my

life today?

Please bring a bible. Presented by Flame Ministries International

PARENT AND TEACHER SHARING CAFÉ Parents who have been attending these sharing sessions have found them very beneficial so why don’t put

your name down!!! Brennan Hall from 8.45am – 9.45am.

Week 8: Wednesday 14 June

The Reading Jigsaw—putting all the pieces together

During this chat session we will look at the whole of reading. Please register your expression of interest at the office.

Should you have any questions regarding these sharing cafes or any topics you would like to suggest please email or contact

Mrs Annie Gerhardy. annie.gerhardy@cewa.edu.au

WORKSHOP ON

Wednesday, 7th June 2017

9.30am to 11.30am

Communicare Cannington

28 Cecil Avenue, Cannington

Please RSVP to Hayley

Phone: 9251 5777

Email: Hnaumovski@communicare.org.au

Communicare’s MyTime Group is a coffee and chat morning held every Wednesday to support parents and/or carers of children with special needs.

Next Wednesday there is a FREE workshop on Meal time difficul-

ties: causes and strategies. At any time of life we can have a diffi-

cult relationship with food and mealtimes. For example, toddlers

are picky or fussy with their food because of their growing sense

of autonomy coupled with a drop in growth rate. Forming a good

relationship with food is vital, so it is important for care givers and

parents to manage mealtimes in a constructive way if our children

are experiencing difficulties in this area of their lives.

Entertainment Books

All books are now due back. Therefore, if you do not wish to purchase the book please return it in the personalised envelope to your child’s classroom as soon as possible. For those who have purchased the digital membership, please return the book as soon as possible.

It’s the Bogan Bingo Show!

Half Gameshow, Half Party!

When: FRIDAY, 9 JUNE 2017

Show kicks off at 8.00pm. Doors open at 7.00pm Where: Brennan Hall, Sacred Heart Primary School Thornlie

$30.00 per person (Tables of 8 or come along and join a table)

TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Limited number of tickets remaining to be sold.

For your convenience, DIRECT DEPOSIT is NOW available on the ticket order form which was sent

home last week. Please complete the ticket order form with either the correct money or fill out the

DIRECT DEPOSIT section.

Place ticket order form in envelope and place in the P&F

box located in the School Office as soon as possible.

Thank you.

OUR “MR VINCE” ENJOYING the

ANIMALS AT THE FARM

INCURSION LAST WEEK.

Term One Term Two Term Three Term Four

1 FEBRUARY

7 APRIL

26 APRIL

29 JUNE

18 JULY

21 SEPTEMBER

9 OCTOBER

8 DECEMBER

School Hours: Mon - Fri 8.30am to 2.45pm

Office Hours: Mon - Fri 8.00am to 4.00pm

APPOINTMENTS

Parents are reminded to contact the office in order

to set up an appointment with staff members.

Principal: By appointment only.

Loreto Child Care Centre: 9251 3014

Outside School Hours Care: 9251 3015

0417 091 296

PARISH TIMETABLE WEEKEND MASS TIMES Saturday Vigil 6.00pm Sunday 8.00am and 10.00am WEEKDAY MASS TIMES: Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8.45am Wednesday 8.45am Parish or School Mass Saturday—8.45am RECONCILIATION Sat 5.00-5.30pm before Mass or anytime by Appointment. PH: 9459 4459 Website: www.thornlie.perthcatholic.org.au

Monday PUBLIC HOLIDAY

Tuesday CLOSED CLOSED

Wednesday A . POWE

Thursday Y. MIYAMOTO* S. FITZGERALD

Friday R. SWEENY* M. BANKS

TERM DATES 2017—STUDENTS

CANTEEN ROSTER

05—09 June 2017

UNIFORM SHOP OPENING HOURS

TERM TIME ONLY

If you are unable to come at these times please complete a uni-form order form availa-ble from the Office, pay for it and your orders will be filled and deliv-ered to your child’s class.

ABSENTEES/SICKNESS In order for the school to reconcile attend-ance it is a requirement that a message is left on the Absentee Line

9251 3005 as emails to teachers are often not opened at the start of the day. Your co-operation in this regard is appreciated.

Monday 8.00-9.00 am

Tuesday Closed

Wednesday Closed

Thursday 8.00—9.00 am

Friday 2.30- 3.30pm

MAGUIRE 0

MURPHY 0

WELCH 0

WRIGHT 0

GOING HOME THIS WEEK

31 MAY 2017

ENTERTAINMENT BOOK

REMINDERS

SELECTED

STUDENTS

Can you help please??

There is a family in the school who

needs help with getting children home

in the AFTERNOONS ONLY and

dropped off at 20 ASHDOWN PARADE

in CANNING VALE.

The children are in Yr 6 and Yr 3

respectively.

PLEASE RING PRAMEELA if you can

help on 0448 494 849