Dear Parents and Carers,

We are all struck with the events which occurred last week in Barcelona. The intent of the perpetrators was clear. It seems that evil had taken hold of them. We are challenged when we see evil in the world, especially when there is loss of life of the very young and innocent. May we keep the family of Julian Cadman the little boy who lost his life in this tragedy in our prayers and thoughts at this extremely difficult time. May they always remember the smile he brought to the faces of his family. May we also pray for peace in our world. Want to give your children a gift that will last a lifetime? Then, encourage them to read for pleasure. Those who read for pleasure have active imaginations and enjoy learning; indeed, reading is a gift that will last forever: “I can’t get around much anymore. When I go somewhere, I have to go in a wheelchair. But when I read, I can go anywhere, anytime I want. And no one has to help me.” Mavis Gleeson. 98 years old! Reading is the avenue through which children learn just about everything; it is reading that will broaden children’s horizons and take them into new and exciting worlds that are paved with endless wonder and imagination. Reading is an interactive activity, for when children read they are involved with the book, imagining the characters and scenes and painting images in their minds which enable them to be creative and to think for themselves. Of course, there are academic benefits as reading allows children to see words in different contexts which can assist comprehension, the correct use of grammar and correct sentence structure. The more children see how a word is used, the more likely they are to use the word correctly in their own vocabulary. Seeing words spelt correctly will help children to be more correct with their spelling. Likewise, writing skills will benefit by reading well- formed sentences and observing how paragraphs link together. There is evidence to suggest that children who read for pleasure will perform well in written exams, because they are likely to understand the phrasing of the questions and be able to write their answers with clarity. In addition to academic learning, reading offers a wide range of life skills as children learn about the world around them. Although reading is mostly a solitary activity, it encourages an understanding of how people relate to each other as the book characters form relationships and deal with questions of morals, friendship, love and family. Also, reading can help cope with stress and anxiety as it provides a form of relaxation and escapism.

Way back in 1700 the poet and dramatist, Joseph Addison, wrote; “Reading is a basic tool in the living of a good life.” More recently, Marla Herrick gave us this insight: “I’ve travelled the world twice over, met the famous – saints and sinners, poets and artists, old stars and hopeful beginners. I’ve been to places of great wonder, beauty as well as terror. I’ve learned secrets from writers and cooks and all with one library card that gives me access to the wonderful world of books.” How true is the statement of each of these people! So, do you want to give your child a gift that will last a lifetime? Then, maybe Book Week is a great time to start or perhaps, restart.

PROUILLE NEWSletter

Prouille Catholic School 5 Water Street Wahroonga NSW 2076 Phone: 02 9489 3233 prouille@dbb.catholic.edu.au www.prouilledbb.catholic.edu.au

22nd August Week 6 Term 3 2017

BOOKWEEK The theme of Bookweek 2017 is Escape to

Everywhere! This theme allows us to explore how when we read books we can actually be somewhere else. We can experience so many things. We can escape to real places and immerse ourselves in adventures. The world of books provides a wonderful escape for us whether it be fantasy, fiction or reality. Join Prouille as we escape to everywhere during Bookweek 2017!

PUBLIC SPEAKING Children from each class are busy preparing to present their speeches. Their audience will be one or two other classes and of course, parents and friends. Each child will receive a certificate. We have commenced with Stage 3 and the standard this year is amazing. This week we move to Year 2 and Year 1 for their speeches. TIMETABLE Our Prouille Public Speaking Finals will be held on Wednesday 13th September. Years 3-6 will be held from 9.00am and Years K-2 will be held from 2.00pm. ALLOCATED TIME FOR SPEECH

Kindergarten and Year 1 1 minute Years 2, 3, 4 1 ½ to 2 minutes Year 5 2 to 2 ½ minutes Year 6 3 minutes To allow the children to all speak within the hour available it is essential that every child keeps to the allocated time.

Topics Our theme for this year is: “Everyone Has a Story to Tell”

Congratulations to Amanda Kelly and Georgia Lloyd who represented Prouille at the Cluster Public Speaking Finals on Monday. Amanda and Georgia need to be congratulated on their excellent prepared and impromptu speeches. FATHER’S DAY BREAKFAST AND LITURGY Father’s Day breakfast and liturgy will be held on Thursday 31st August at 7.15am CLUSTER ATHLETICS CARNIVAL-NARRABEEN Prouille was well represented at the annual Athletics Cluster Carnival held on Tuesday at the Sydney Academy of Sport, Narrabeen. With a squad of 36 athletes, we participated whole heartedly with a strong school spirit and respect for the rules that govern such events. As in previous years, our students competed well and were rewarded for their great effort. All gave their best and they are to be congratulated on their participation and performance. Many thanks to Mrs. Feurtado who helped out on the day. We were delighted as a school, to have students

Week Monday Wednesday 6

21/8/17: Yr. 2 D @ 9.00am

23/8/17: Yr. 1 E @ 9.00am

7

28/8/17: Yr. 1 P @ 9.00am

30/8/17: KB @ 9.00am

8

4/9/17: KR @ 9.00am

through to the next level of competition – The Diocesan Athletics Carnival, which will be held on Monday 29th August at Narrabeen. We wish Mischa Nalywajko, Boston Penfold, Sienna Bryant, Isaac Wright, Luca Goorevich, Tadhg McGrath, Jordan Feurtado and Barney Hill all the best for the Diocesan Carnival on the 29th August! Thank you to Mr. Andre de Villiers and Mr. Michael Ford for organising and supervising the students for the Cluster Carnival. Once again congratulations to the entire squad for their participation and achievement.

….Well done Prouille!

NAPLAN RESULTS 2017 Last week the parents of students in Years 3 and 5 received their Naplan results. The National Assessment Program for Literacy and Numeracy known as NAPLAN is a National Test. I am thrilled to announce that our results are outstanding. The results given to parents show the position of their child on the continuum as well as the National average. Children in Year 3 are given results from Band 1 to Band 6. Children in Year 5 are given results from Band 3 to Band 8. On this “one off” test over 3 days, our results for Year 3 are as follows:

Percentage of Year 3 children in Bands

Reading Writing Spelling Grammar and Punctuation

Numeracy

Band 6 Top Band

46 21 46 52 31

Band 5

24 52 9 34 27

Band 4

18 24 31 9 33

91% in top three bands in Literacy and 91% in the top three bands in Numeracy. We are also very pleased with the results from our students in Year 5 Percentage of Year 5 children in Bands

Reading Writing Spelling Grammar and Punctuation

Numeracy

Band 8 Top Band

35 14 14 38 29

Band 7

35 14 45 27 36 Band 6

14 45 34 24 21 84% in top three bands in Literacy and 86% in top three bands in Numeracy.

Congratulations to all the children and teachers on their fantastic achievements!

BAND SHOWCASE Congratulations to the Prouille school bands who showcased their talents last Wednesday evening. Many children performed solos and duets. The junior and senior bands showcased their new numbers. Thank you to Kate and Matthew for organising this fabulous event. MOVIE NIGHT Thank you to Bec Luca, Laura Munce and the P&F for organising a very successful Movie Night. The children of Prouille enjoyed dressing up in their pyjamas and snuggling up in the Veritas Hall to watch “Finding Dory!” The choc-tops and popcorn were a hit! UNSW WRITING COMPETITION Twenty-three students from Years 3 to 6 elected to participate in the University of NSW Writing Competition. All children need to be congratulated on their outstanding results. Special congratulations to the following students who received High Distinctions, Distinctions, Credits and Merits. High Distinction: Ava Hallinan, Young Yoon Oh Distinction: Charlotte Bull, Matthew Floresta, Amanda Kelly Credit: Olivia Sukari, Jethro Edmunds, Evan Littler, Joshua McGrath, Byron Kelly, Georgia Luca, Christiana Vella, Eliza Waugh, Lois Andresson, Hanah Bayldon Merit: William Bohlsen, Lachlan Silva

STAR OF THE WEEK Congratulations to Joel Kelly who is our Star of the Week. Please visit the school walkway to see Joel’s fabulous work!

Congratulations to all the children who received awards last week Yours sincerely

Sue Bevan Ms. Sue Bevan PRINCIPAL

CLASS KR Charlotte Littleford, Elena Brinkmann KB Samuel Hatton 1P Maddie Grant, James Bull 1E Claire Wood, Kelly Atkins 2D Harrison Luca , Leonardo Deguara 2TN Nichola Burton, Joel Kelly, Phoebe Taylor 3/4C Benjamin Baker, Matthew Floresta 3/4G Lily Carolan, Hugo Waugh 3/4D’S Noah Bryant 5/6O Liam Hayes, Jaron Ponniah

UPCOMING DIARY DATES

Dear Parents and Friends, CONFIRMATION – YEAR 2 We continue to keep those children and families who are currently moving through the journey of Confirmation in our thoughts and prayers.

Sacramental Preparation Groups: compulsory Saturday, 26th August @ 3:45pm (Prouille School)

Practice Wednesday, 30th August

Celebration of Confirmation Friday, 1st September @ 7pm (Holy Name Church) SRC REPRESENTATIVES FOR TERM 3 We have had our first meeting for the Term with our Term 3 SRC Representatives. We discussed all sorts of important aspects of our schooling life including the PBL token system, playground expectations, Father’s Day activities etc. We can’t wait for our next meeting on Wednesday 6th September! PARENT AND STAFF PRAYER – *DIFFERENT TIME SLOT!* Thank you to those parents who were able to join us for a beautiful Mary Mackillop inspired prayer in Week 4. We had a lovely session!

Due to the busy nature of mornings we have changed the time to 2:30pm to allow more parents the opportunity to get to the Chapel for a beautiful 10 minute prayer session. As always, all

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND PASTORAL CARE NEWS

IMPORTANT DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

• Wednesday 23rd August:

Bookweek @ Prouille commences! Public Speaking Year 1E at 9.00am

• Thursday 24th August: Book Fair

• Friday 25th August:

Book Parade @ 2.00pm

• Monday 28th August Public Speaking Year 1P at 9.00am

• Tuesday 29th August

Year 1 Parish Mass Diocesan Athletics Carnival @ Narrabeen

• Wednesday 30th August Public Speaking KB at 9.00am

• Author Visit- Frances Watts

are welcome to join us! The next session will be on Wednesday 13th September (Week 9). YEAR 3 HOSTED PARISH FAMILY MASS – SUNDAY 13TH AUGUST @ 9:15AM Thank you to Fr David, Sally Oong (our Parish Sacramental Coordinator) and all our fantastic Stage 2 teachers for their preparation of the Year 3 children in hosting the Family Mass on Sunday 13th August. It was another opportunity to come together as a community and share in prayer! SOLEMNITY OF THE ASSUMPTION, Whole School Mass , Tuesday 15th August

Last Tuesday we were lucky enough to be part of a Whole School Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption at Holy Name Church. Fr David lead us in thoughtful prayer and reflection. Having St Edmund’s College join us and participate with us was truly a highlight of the experience.

Thank you once again to Julie Madden who was our pianist, Dominic Meagher and the Choir for our amazing music and Sandi Candotti for running our AV system at the Church. Thank you, too, to Terry O’Keefe (St Edmund’s College Coordinator of Religious Identity and Mission) for preparing the St Edmund’s children for their roles. Thank you to all who

were able to join us for the Mass! A MOMENT IN HISTORY…ALL OF PROUILLE AND ST EDMUND’S TOGETHER @ HOLY NAME CHURCH BISHOP’S ART PRIZE This year’s entrants were asked to portray a Scripture Passage as an artwork that links to the theme of ‘Walking the Way.’ The results are incredibly beautiful and have been displayed in the walkway outside of the Year 1 classrooms. A BIG thank you is extended to Mrs Belinda Nisbett who has devoted many lunch times to guide and support our talented artists.

Congratulations to ALL our participants and in particular, to our finalists Naomi (Year 4), Ruby (Year 4) and Audrey (Year 4).

FATHER’S DAY LITURGY – THURSDAY 31ST AUGUST, VERITAS HALL @ 9AM We invite all our Dads and significant males in our lives to join us in prayer after your breaky at 9am in Veritas Hall where Kindergarten and the children of Prouille will be celebrating the very special people that you are and the fabulous gifts you give us each and every day.

We look forward to seeing you then!

Quote of the Week/Gratitude Picture

This week, we particularly keep the significant males in our lives in our thoughts and prayers, no matter where they may be.

Wishing you blessings and joy, Jessica Russell Religious Education Coordinator

WALKING THE WAY – CSO INITIATIVE FOR PARENTS AND SCHOOL COMMUNITIES

Dear Parents,

Pope Francis speaks often about accompanying one another on life’s journey amidst all its joys and struggles, as we place our trust in our loving God. To ‘walk with’ another is a precious gift and a noble task. Here at Prouille Catholic School this is especially true of you as parents as you walk with your children in faith, hope and love. In 2017, the Catholic Schools Office is offering all parents in schools of the Diocese of Broken Bay an opportunity to enter an initiative called Walking the Way. In four steps it offers the following:

1. A booklet of inspiration and practical ideas 2. A weekly e-Bulletin with faith-tips for the home 3. Local parent reflections to nourish the spirituality of parents 4. An annual retreat day

Walking the Way is being rolled out across our Diocese during 2017 and we will keep you informed as to its commencement in our own school community (Term 4). In the meantime, for more information you can visit walkingtheway.dbbcso.org.

Thank you to Katie Fullilove (Mum to Jack in 1E) for sending through this fabulous link entitled "The Mirror" -

Theology of the Body talk for 5th and 6th grade by Katrina J. Zeno;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORA0D5qWJfI

parent-school collaboration. We warmly invite your interest, and your participation in due course.

CATHOLICISM SERIES AT THE HOLY NAME PARISH SUNROOMHI Journey around the world and deep into the Faith. For the first time, in breathtaking, high-definition cinematography, the beauty, goodness and truth of the Catholic Faith are illustrated in a rich, multimedia experience. From the sacred lands of Israel to the beating heart of Uganda... from the glorious shrines of Italy, France, and Spain, to the streets of Mexico, Kolkata, and New York City, the fullness of CATHOLICISM is revealed.

Join us for a special preview of Bishop Barron’s Catholicism Series at the Parish Sunroom, starting at 4:15pm (just before the 5:30pm mass) on Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27 and Sept. 3

Trailer: https://youtu.be/RzowCr_5Qlk

For more information, contact:

Saree Zaragoza: 0431898269 itssaree@yahoo.com

NETBALL NEWS It's finals time in the Kuringai Netball competition and the Prouille teams - playing as Water Street, have had great seasons.

A huge congratulations to our Year 6 and Year 5 teams who won their semi-finals on Saturday and will play in the Preliminary Finals on Saturday. Good luck!

The 10 year Year 4 team played in B grade and just missed the play offs by coming 5th overall. Great job 10B!

The combined 3/4 team 9 year team in their first year at Cannon road have become a very strong team winning pretty much every game! Roll on next year when they will play in the 10s and finals for the first time.

Last but not least, our 2 NetSetGo teams who played at Loftburg had some awesome games while playing in a happy and non-competitive draw. I also want to thank the wonderful coaches from Year 10 and 11 at Loreto - who all once attended Prouille - for their dedication to their teams this year.

The Season Presentation Gathering will be held at the Holy Name Parish Picnic in October - look forward to seeing everyone there!

Season 2018 - if you want to play netball next year please don't hesitate to get in touch as if there is enough interest we will organise some netball fun afternoons in Term 4 for anyone who would like to give it a go first before they decide!! Mary Weaver

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