We are reissuing with this newsletter the 2015/2016 Fire Danger Season –Information for Families brochure. This seems ironic after just being involved in flooding.As a result of a detailed report we have received following the Pinery Fire and conversations held amongst the Principals and Directors of the local learning institutions, some minor changes will have to be made to our Fire Danger Season procedures. These will be advised in due course.In the meantime, I would like to reiterate that because our school is in a High Fire Risk area, on days with a Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating it will be closed. Where possible, parents will be advised of such closures in advance. However, as the rating is not made by the Bureau of Meteorology until after 4pm on the day before, it is imperative that families stay up to date with information from; • Bureau of Meteorology www.bom.gov.au• CFS www.cfs.sa.gov.au• SA Alert www.sa.gov.au• Local ABC Radio - 891 or 639If you have concerns or queries, please contact me.

STAFFINGLast week Deb, Paula and myself conducted interviews for staffing. We are delighted to receive so many quality applicants. We hope to be able to announce our staffing for 2017 as soon as possible. On Monday night Bill Lokan tabled a letter to the School Board announcing his retirement from teaching effective at the conclusion of 2016. Bill has served the school extremely well over the last 12 years. As a community we will farewell him in style at a later date.

SHADESThe long-awaited installation of our shades should take place later this week. Sometimes you don’t realise how good something is until it’s gone.

PRAYERSOur prayers and best wishes are extended to the Harrison and Penna families as both Jill and Justine are faced with some health obstacles.

coNGRATulATIoNSCongratulations to Patrick Weckert, Charlie Jones and Edward Michael who have been chosen to represent the school in the week-long Mid North SAPSASA Cricket side which will be held in Week 6. Thanks also to Brendan Ackland who has taken on the role as district coach. We eagerly await the announcement of the tennis team.

IcEblockSDuring Terms 1 & 4 the Year 7 students sell iceblocks as a “treat” from Monday - Thursday. The cost of these is 30 cents. To ensure children aren’t put under pressure to “buy for friends” we only allow one per person.

P&FThe P&F and their new coffee machine have been quite active lately. Although some of the requests have been received quite late, our hard-working group has been able to cater for several functions. I would like to thank Ally Mason not only for her co-ordination of these activities but also her generosity of her time. There have been significant funds raised and also good publicity for our school. Ally will organise a barista course next year - not only providing an interesting course to do but also providing the school community with more skilled helpers.

THouGHT oF THE WEEkTeaching kids to count is fine, but teaching them what counts is best.

God bless, Peter Shearer

To live, to learn, love in all things...N e w s l e t t e r

St Joseph’s School

2ND NovEmbER 2016WEEk 3 TERm 4

ImPoRTANT DATES From the Principal...Dear parents & friends of St Joseph’s School, Clare,

ST JOSEPH’S SCHOOL29 Victoria Road, Clare S.A. 5453 Phone (08) 8842 3830 Fax (08) 8842 3410EMAIL: peters@stjoclar.catholic.edu.au WEBSITE: www.stjoclar.catholic.edu.au

Nov

8th-11th Book Fair

Thu 17th School Concert

Fri 18th Assembly

Back up for School Concert

Tue 22nd Ride to School

Thu 23rd School Board

Fri 25th Rec-Yr 2/3 Mass

Fri 28th Swimming Lessons R-5

DEc

1st-2nd Yr 7/8 Transition

Fri 2nd Pageant 6:30pm

5th - 8th Swimming Lessons Yr 7

Fri 9th Swimming Carnival

Wed 14th Assembly

Year 7 Graduation

Fri 16th Pupil Free Day

Phone: (08) 8842 3830 | www.stjoclar.catholic.edu.au

Charlie Jones and Patrick Weckert chosen to represent Mid North in SAPSASA cricket.

(Edward Michael is away on Camp)

RElIGIouS EDucATIoN

PARISH mASSES 12Pm FRIDAY 4, 11, 18 NovEmbERDue to various other commitments for school children, Parish Masses will be held on the next three Fridays i.e. no classes will be in attendance. This Friday’s Mass will be held to bless the sick in our Parish. Parents are more than welcome to attend these Masses if they would like.

REc-Yr 2/3 mASS, FRIDAY 25 NovEmbERA Rec-Yr 2/3 Mass will be held on Friday 25 November. Parents of children from these classes are invited to attend, to support their child in their faith journey.

GIvING TREEThis Christmas St Joseph’s School is again planning to support Moore Street Centre for the Homeless. LEAD will be helping to organize this fundraiser this year.As a school we have been supporting the group for nearly 15 years and they are very grateful – in fact they are overwhelmed that a country school like ours continues each year to try to make a difference. Items can be sent to school during weeks 4, 5 ,6, 7 and early week 8, so they can be delivered for sorting into Christmas hampers. All items must be in by Tuesday 6 December.Donations of non-perishable foods and new toys, will be gratefully accepted. Gifts can be placed under the Giving Tree in the Library.

Food Suggestions:• Tinned meats and fruits• Christmas puddings and cakes• Pasta and rice• Biscuits• Jams• Nuts and dried fruit• Long-life milk• Sugar• Tinned vegetables• Drinks

Toy Suggestions:• Skipping ropes• Bats and balls• Textas and pencils• Colouring books• Stationery• Board games• Plain T-shirts for teenagers• Books

vAluE oF THE WEEk:value: Confidence

Program Achieve key: Confidence

Action: Be prepared to try new things.

The word of God: 2 Corinthians 3:4 “Such confidence comes through Christ.”

THouGHT FoR THE WEEk:Our children are like mirrors

– they reflect our attitudes in life.

6th November5pm

Ellie Redden, Emma Lawson, Erin O’Dea, Molly Edmondson.

13th November5pm

Kelsie MacDonald, Ruby and Grace Frick, Clodagh Barry.

WEEkEND mASS AlTAR SERvERS

100 AND 150 YEAR cElEbRATIoNS FoR THE SEvENHIll PARISHThis year is a significant year in the Sevenhill Parish. During October and November, a number of celebrations are taking place. The Parish will be:Celebrating the Consecration of the Sanctuary of St Aloysius Church Sevenhill 18 November; 1866, the Departure from St Patrick’s Church, Undalya, 12 November 1916, and the Consecration of Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Auburn, 19 November 1916.

Planned Program:Friday 4 November – Sunday 6 November10am – 5pm - Historic Lace and Vestment Display -St Aloysius Church Sevenhill (free).

Sunday 6 November 2.30pm Concert: The Last Carving - Emma Horwood (Harp and Soprano) and display –($10 donation) includes afternoon tea. Featuring the premiere of “Brother Waldmann’s Last Carving” by Christopher Willcock SJ, poem by Andrew Bullen SJ. Br Waldmann did the intricate carving on St Aloysius Church, the last when blind!

Saturday 19 November 4.30pm – Escort Archbishop Wilson from Undalya via Auburn Church.5pm – Display and sale of the new Sevenhill coffee-table book.6pm Sevenhill - Mass with Archbishop Phillip Wilson 7pm – Supper at La Storta Barn (Please bring a plate of food to share)

Sunday 20 November 11am - Mass at Auburn – Dr Philip Marshall VG 12.30pm – Pooled Lunch. Displays of historic Auburn photographs.2.30pm – Undalya Centenary Memorial Service and blessing of graves – St Patrick’s Cemetery, Undalya.

PlEASE NoTE No oTHER mASSES WIll bE HElD oN THIS WEEkEND.

No cHIlDREN’S/ FAmIlY mASS oN NovEmbER 20There will not be a Children’s/Family Mass held on Sunday 20 November due to the 150 and 100 year celebrations being held in the Sevenhill Parish on that weekend.

New roster to come out with dates following this.

PARENT LIBRARY UPDATE 6 new titles have been added to our Parent Library in the School Office.

BOOK FAIR NEXT WEEK!ALL WELCOME

Tuesday - Fridaybefore and after school

in the School LibraryALL SALES BENEFIT OUR SCHOOL

RElIGIouS EDucATIoNcHRISTmAS EvE mASS, 24 DEcEmbER, 6.00Pm The next Family / Children’s Mass will be held on Christmas Eve, 6.00pm (Please note new time) at Sevenhill.If you would like to find out more about the Children/Family Mass, please join the Facebook page,https://facebook.com/sevenhillfamilymass

AlTAR SERvER TRAINING RoSTERA new roster will be coming out in the next few weeks. Please ensure that the roster is kept in a safe place for future reference.

God bless,Paula ClarkAPRIM (Assistant Principal in Religious Identity and Mission)

PARENT LIBRARY UPDATE6 new titles have been added to our Parent Library in the School Office.

The new books are part of the Behaviour Matters series published by Franklin Watts which explore different emotions that children experience and why behaviour matters.The stories are all set in the jungle centred around different animal characters reflecting typical behaviour traits seen in young children.

‘Tiger finds it very hard to control his temper.His friends can feel scared of him.

When Monkey chooses the book that Tiger wanted, Tiger really cannot hold the tantrum in.Can Miss Bird help Tiger to feel calmer’

Apart from Anger, other titles include, Telling the Truth, Feeling Worried, Not Paying Attention, Sharing and Feeling Bullied.A fun series featuring engaging characters backed up by suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together. You are all most welcome to borrow these new additions as well as any of the other books currently in the Parent Library. Please remember to use the Borrowing Folder to record name and date of borrowing and return.

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Many children are afflicted by theMany children are afflicted by thecurse of perfectionism. It is notcurse of perfectionism. It is notlack of ability, opportunity, timiditylack of ability, opportunity, timidityor even laziness that holds manyor even laziness that holds manykids back.

Rather it is a deep-seated unwillingness toRather it is a deep-seated unwillingness toexpose themselves as temporary failuresexpose themselves as temporary failureswhile they learn, that stops many childrenwhile they learn, that stops many childrenfrom really achieving their full potential.from really achieving their full potential.This fear of failure is strongest amongstThis fear of failure is strongest amongstfirst borns, our most prolific populationfirst borns, our most prolific populationcohort, so it is little wonder thatperfectionism is one our greatest problemsperfectionism is one our greatest problemsin Australian schools.

The curse of perfectionism means thatThe curse of perfectionism means thatsome children will only star or achievesome children will only star or achievein areas where they are certain ofin areas where they are certain ofsuccess. So they tend to narrow theirsuccess. So they tend to narrow theiroptions by sticking to the safest path. Itoptions by sticking to the safest path. Itis little wonder that first borns tend tois little wonder that first borns tend tobe less innovative and adventurous thanbe less innovative and adventurous thanlater born children. The road toinnovation and adventure is littered withinnovation and adventure is littered withuncertainty, which increases theuncertainty, which increases thelikelihood of making errors.

Perfectionists are hard to live with. TheyPerfectionists are hard to live with. Theymake demanding partners and anxiousmake demanding partners and anxiouschildren. They can be critical of thosechildren. They can be critical of thosearound them just as they are highly criticalaround them just as they are highly criticalof themselves. Their attention to detail canof themselves. Their attention to detail canbe infuriating. Perfectionists usually wantbe infuriating. Perfectionists usually wantto be better than anyone else.

It may seem strange but some childrenIt may seem strange but some childrenneed to make more mistakes. We shouldneed to make more mistakes. We shouldencourage some kids to make more errors,encourage some kids to make more errors,spell more words incorrectly, get morespell more words incorrectly, get moresums wrong, make a mess sometimessums wrong, make a mess sometimes

when they write, break a dish or two asthey unpack the dishwasher, set the tablewith the knife and fork upside down,leave marks on the floor when they wipeup the mess or forget to feed the cat oncein while.

Children benefit from being released fromthe pressure of always having to do well.When children learn that mistakes arequite acceptable they are more likely tostretch themselves and try new areas ofendeavour or use their own initiative andnot worry if they mess up.

Help perfectionists understand that theydon’t have to do everything perfectly.Sometimes near enough is good enough,particularly if you are trying newendeavours. Learning to spell, writing astory or playing a game all have healthymargins for error. The trouble with somechildren is that they believe that they onlycount in the eyes of others when they areperfect, look perfect or can do the perfectjob. These people need to learn that doinga good enough job is acceptable much ofthe time.

Are you living with aAre you living with aperfectionist?perfectionist?

Sheet Ten

Teach your child to aim for

excellence not perfection.

Excellence has room for errors but

perfection has too many strings

attached. Focus on the process of

what children do rather than focus

on the results. This helps release the

pressure on perfectionists to

perform to their best all the time.

Vitamins for parents

Celebrate mistakesChildren who are perfectionists needloosening up so that they can lightenloosening up so that they can lightenup, stretch themselves and take a fewup, stretch themselves and take a fewrisks. As first borns tend to take theirrisks. As first borns tend to take theirbehavioural cues from their parents, itreally helps if you can drop yourreally helps if you can drop yourguard and make a few mistakes. Weara funny hat occasionally, drop a platewhile emptying the dishwasher, letthe sink overflow, forget to put petrolin the car, leave your clothes lyingaround the house or whatever it takesto show that you mess up too.Sometimes kids see adults as these bigpeople who know it all and who nevermake mistakes!

Bright idea

“Aim for success, not perfection.

Never give up your right to be

wrong, because then you will lose

the ability to learn new things and

move forward with your life.”

Dr. David M. Burns

“When I approach a child he

inspires in me two sentiments:

tenderness for what he is; and

respect for what he may become.”

Louis Pasteur

Wise & Witty Words

Quick ParentingParenting Quiz

Michael Grose

Green

Are you a perfectionist?Are you a perfectionist?Rate the following questions: 0 forRate the following questions: 0 fornever, 1 for seldom, 2 for often, 3 fornever, 1 for seldom, 2 for often, 3 foralways.

1. Do errors irritate you?1. Do errors irritate you?

2. Do you always feel driven to2. Do you always feel driven todo your best?

3. Do you find it difficult to3. Do you find it difficult toenjoy or celebrate yourenjoy or celebrate yoursuccess?

4. Do you procrastinate? Do4. Do you procrastinate? Doyou constantly put things offyou constantly put things offuntil ideal conditions?until ideal conditions?

5. Do you like to be in control5. Do you like to be in controlof what’s happening?

6. Do you get frustrated byothers who don’t work thesame way as you?

7. Are you a neat nick – alwaystidying and cleaning up afteryou?

8. Do you constantly apologiseto others because you coulddo better?

Scoring:8-12 mild perfectionism13-20 medium perfectionism21- 24 extreme perfectionism (you are hard on yourself and others)

Based on perfectionism quiz in The NewBirth Order Book by Dr. Kevin Leman

PARENTING IDEAS

clASS NEWS

The year 1 class was fortunate to have a special workshop

learning how to create beautiful mosaic pavers. We choose our colours, glued and grouted and the finished products looked

amazing.

A special thank you to Jayne Lane for sharing her expertise with us and to the parents who

came along to help.

Magical Mosaics in year 1

YEAR 5 cAmP Victor Harbor Wow, what fantastic weather we had for camp this year, the Yr 5’s had a total blast on camp this year. Victor is such a pretty place to visit and our accommodation (Toc H) which is on the outskirts of town has a great view of the ocean. The students were kept very busy and participated in many activities. This included a trip to the Whale centre where students learnt many interesting facts about whales, their habitat, hunting techniques and their migration patterns. The class visited Urrimbirra Wildlife Park where we strolled amongst the kangaroos, patted the koalas and got up close and personal with crocodiles. Urrimbirra has over 400 Australian native animals, including Wallabies, Red-bellied Pademelon, Echidnas, Dingos, Lizard, Snakes, Pythons and hundreds of birds throughout six hectares of wetland bird sanctuary. It was great fun and is definitely worth a visit. As Greenhills Adventure Park is now closed we decided to visit Woodhouse activity centre in the Adelaide Hills. This was a great choice as the students got to burn plenty of energy on challenge hill and even more playing laser skirmish. The class took the opportunity to have a relaxing swim at Horse shoe bay on Thursday, climb the Bluff, walk around Granite Island and lastly visit the famous lolly shop in the main street.As teachers, we believe camps are very beneficial they provide a unique environment where students can socialise, learn and broaden their experiences outside of the classroom. This camp was a pleasure to be a part of and the students displayed a lot of maturity throughout the whole camp. Well done Yr. 5 students!A special thank you to Anita Fogden and Lachie Brereton who so kindly offered their time to support the teachers on this camp.

Chris Slattery & Delvene Mathie

YEAR 6 cAmP

From the 26th to the 28th of October, St Joseph’s Year 6 class headed to Port Vincent for their aquatics camp. Despite experiencing miserable weather leading up to camp, we were blessed with sunny, warm conditions over the two days. The children were able to participate in windsurfing, kayaking, sailing and knee-boarding, and a highlight was being asked to be at the beach bright and early to participate in the weather segment for the Today show on Channel 9.

We all had a fantastic time!

cANTEEN

KIDS IN THE KITCHENbAkED cHEESEcAkEHere’s a simple BAKED CHEESECAKE recipe that is delicious and has been handed down through our family. Enjoy!250 g Nice biscuits4 oz. (120g) soft butter750 g Philadelphia cream cheese3 tablespoon cream1 cup castor sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla essencewhipped creamnutmegstrawberriesstrawberry coulis (sauce) - store bought

Line a spring-form pan with Aluminum foil.Crush biscuits into fine crumbs. Melt butter and mix well into the biscuits. Press into the pan with the back of a spoon. Chill while making the filling.Mix the cream cheese, cream and sugar together. Add eggs, one at a time, then vanilla essence and beat well for 3 - 4 minutes. Take pan out of the fridge and pour the cream cheese mixture over the chilled biscuit base. Bake for 30 minutes in a moderately slow oven (300 degrees F/ 150 degrees C). Turn off the oven and leave in the oven for 1 hour.Chill for 2 hours or overnight. Serve topped with whipped cream, nutmeg and strawberries or strawberries and a strawberry coulis

PLEASE NOTE ~ ALL VOLUNTEERS IN THE SCHOOL MUST SIGN IN AND OUT AT THE FRONT OFFICE

Canteen roster – Term 4

THURSDAY – 8:50am – approx. 10:00am FRIDAY –

9:30am – approx. 1:30pm Week 3 3 Nov

Kimberley Mitchell - 0407 790 064 Linda Redden - 0400 070 672

Week 3 4 Nov

Sarah Fuller - 0417 818 913 Sheridan Laws - 0455 819 649

Week 4 10 Nov

Jessica Redden - 0438 439 034 Sarah Deal - 0438 571 361

Week 4 11 Nov

Rachel Brereton - 0408 464 484 Hollie Kain - 0427 046 764

Week 5 17 Nov

Anita Fogden - 0408 214 683 Arnie Gajanayake – 0433 662 001

Week 5 18 Nov

Gayle Barry Tom Knight - 0408 837 466

Week 6 24 Nov

Nicola McMurray - 0429 809 240 Kylie Sabeeney - 0431 198 704

Week 6 25 Nov

Anna Hawker - 0413 862 559 Mandy Drew - 0417 838 241

Week 7 1 Dec

Alexis to support Sheree Pearse - 0411 814 409

Caroline Reichstein - 0428 828 944

Week 7 2 Dec

Rachel Pearce - 0438 327 574 Peta Smith - 0406 057 503

Week 8 NO CANTEEN Week 8 SWIMMING CARNIVAL Week 9 NO CANTEEN Week 9 STUDENT FREE DAY

Willing to help someone with less experience Experienced New If you need to swap your day, please call a person with the same or more experience than you where possible. Please let Alexis know of any changes ASAP to update the roster. ANY QUESTIONS, ROSTER CHANGES OR FEEDBACK, PLEASE CALL ALEXIS MARDELL - 0421 928 724

With only 5 weeks left of the Canteen for 2016, we need to sell stock which will expire during the Christmas holidays. Grab yourself a bargain with these amazing specials available while stocks last.

WAS NOW JAFFA SLICE $2.90 $1.50 SUPREME PIZZA SINGLES $2.70 $1.00 PASTA PACKS $3.70 $2.00

ScHool NEWS

ST JOSEPH’S CHRISTMAS CONCERT INFORMATION 2016Date: Thursday 17th November

Where: Grounds of the Sevenhill Winery.Time: 6.30pm- 8.15pm (anticipated concluding time)

Parking: St Aloysius Church car parkOTHER INFORMATION:NO alcohol is to be consumed on the grounds as this contravenes the Sevenhill Cellars license. It is also a non-smoking venue. The section directly in front of the stage will have rugs already down. This area is for the school children. This will be cordoned off before the concert begins & is to be kept clear, especially to pre-school children.There will be ample space behind this for blankets/rugs, with the back section and surrounding area being devoted to • LOW BACKED deck chairs. An aisle will be marked down the entire centre leading from the stage. Please keep this

area clear at ALL times. • Programmes of the evening will be given out as you enter.• Please remember to use the bins provided.• ALL school children will be required to meet their class teachers NO LATER than 6:15 pm on the far side of the grass

area.Thisareaisdesignatedforschoolchildrenonlyandisnotforparentsortoddlersunlesspreviouslyspecifiedby your child’s class teacher to assist with costuming and/or face painting.

• Children are not to have any food with them during the concert.• A DVD of the concert will be available to buy for $20. An order form is below. • We ask that during the concert, toddlers and older students remain with their families.• Please respect those around you and refrain from speaking during performances.

On Friday November 20th children have the option of coming to school at Recess if they are tired.

We are looking forward to another successful evening and hope that it is an enjoyable one for all attending.

2016 CONCERT DVD ORDER FORMStudent Name..............................................................................................

Class........................................

I would like ..............copy/copies of St Joseph’s Concert 2016 @ $20 each.

Total cost $..................................

Please return to front office with payment

You are invited to attend the

St Joseph’s School Christmas Concert

and End of Year Celebration

Thursday, 17th November

Sevenhill Winery

Picnic Grounds

Beginning at 6:30pm

Bring picnic rugs or

low-backed chairs to sit on ALL WELCOME

commuNITY NEWS

Milo in2Cricket 5yrs – 8yrs

25th October – 13th December 2016

4.30pm – 5.30pm, The Valleys Lifestyle Centre (Clare Oval)

T20 Blast 7yrs – 11yrs

25th October – 13th December 2016

4.30pm – 5.30pm, The Valleys Lifestyle Centre (Clare Oval)

Register & Pay online at www.playcricket.com.au

For more details phone; The Valleys Lifestyle Centre 88423 999 or Scooter Smith 0407 434 298

Cricket Coaches Australia, Accredited Coaches

Mid North Little Athletics Centre

Season starts Friday October 21 4.30pm at Clare High School Oval

Supportive and inclusive environment, Catering for children aged 3 to 17 years

All levels of fitness, including children with special needs Learn new skills, have fun and stay fit

Opportunities to compete at regional and state events

New format this year For more information and to stay up to date please contact

Carly Heinrich 0437 776 476 email MNLAC.committee@gmail.com

Or join our Facebook - Mid North Little Athletics Centre

STANLEY CRICKET ASSOC. Div 3 Cricket Training

If you are aged between 8 and 13 years old and want to come and have a go at hard ball cricket...

...then come and have a go with us!

Where: Clare High School Cricket Nets. When: Thursday 20/10/15 Time: 4.00pm

What to bring: hat, water bottle, your cricket gear, sunscreen and a friend! (if you don’t have any gear we have some you can use) If you have any questions or not sure what to bring contact Scooter Smith 0407434298

CLARE & DISTRICTS BASKETBALL AUSSIE HOOPS PROGRAM

WHERE: Clare High School Gym WHEN: 4-5pm Thursdays, Week 1-8 Term 4 WHO: 5-8 year olds WHAT: A fun, inclusive structured introductory Basketball program For enquiries or to register email: Katie.liebelt326@schools.sa.edu.au

SA Dental Service

Keep your kids smiling Dental care is FREE for all babies, children not yet at school and most other children under 18 at School Dental Service clinics.

Your local clinic is located at: Clare Dental Clinic Powell Place CLARE SA 5453

All babies, children and young people under 18 are welcome. First dental check-ups are recommended from 12-18 months. SA Dental Service participates in the Child Dental Benefits Schedule.

Please call 8842 4196 to make an appointment.

www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/sadental

CLARE & DISTRICTS BASKETBALL AUSSIE HOOPS PROGRAM

WHERE: Clare High School Gym WHEN: 4-5pm Thursdays, Week 1-8 Term 4 WHO: 5-8 year olds WHAT: A fun, inclusive structured introductory Basketball program For enquiries or to register email: Katie.liebelt326@schools.sa.edu.au