ST LUKE’S NEWSLETTER

ST LUKE’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL - 17 DUFFY TCE WOODVALE 6026

Phone: 9309 2949 Email: admin@stlukeswoodvale.wa.edu.au

Website: www.stlukeswoodvale.wa.edu.au

https://stlukeswoodvale.coneqt-p.cathednet.wa.edu.au/ 16th August 2017

VISION STATEMENT

Our students are encouraged to be active learners. They are taught to reflect critically and to be creatively

engaged in their own learning. Thinking skills are explicitly taught in all classes.

Our learning experiences are rich and diverse, with emphasis put on worthwhile processes and products.

Students are supported in their learning by appropriate technology And challenged to engage with the world

beyond our immediate boundaries. We research the best educational practice in order to enhance our teaching.

Issue No 25.

Assumption of our Blessed Virgin Mary

Almighty ever-living God,

who assumed the Immaculate Virgin Mary,

the Mother of your Son,

body and soul into heavenly glory,

grant, we pray,

that, always attentive to the things that are above,

we may merit to be sharers of her glory.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

who lives and reigns with you in the unity

of the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever.

Amen.

16th August 2017 Table of Contents Principal’s Message Pupil Free Day Reminder Confirmation Workshop St Luke’s Got Talent Birthday Greetings Parish News Birthday Greetings Notes Accompanying this Newsletter Sacred Heart Enrolments Father’s Day Breakfast Giirl’s Cricket Information Parenting Boys Information Mercedes College Open Day Mater Dei Scholarships

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE Dear Parents and Guardians,

Yesterday we celebrated the Assumption of Our Blessed Virgin Mary with a

whole school mass at the Parish with Father Francisco. Tuesday, 15th August

remains as one of the only Holy Day's of Obligation left on the liturgical

calendar. Whilst little is mentioned in the Bible about the passing of Mary,

on this Feast Day, we celebrate our Mother Mary being assumed, body and

soul into heaven. Thank you to the many parents who attended mass with the

children.

Book Week Parade Once again, Book Week and the Book Week Parade was an outstanding

success thanks to the hard work of our parent volunteers and Mrs Simmonds.

Thank you to all those parents who not only assisted in the library, but also to

the parents who were constantly nagged to buy news books and goodies for

their children! It is great to see children enthused about reading and

developing a love of books. Congratulations to the teachers and children on

their costumes for the parade on Friday. Photos of the children are on display

on the screen in the foyer of the office. …...continued

Dates to Remember Wed 16 Aug Board Meeting 7pm Thur 17 Aug Performing Arts Dance Yrs 3 & 5 Mon 21 Aug Pupil Free Day Tues 22 Aug Confirmation Workshop Wed 23 Aug P&F Meeting 7pm Fri 1st Sep Father’s Day Breakfast

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE ...continued

Performing Arts Creative Dance - Year 3 and 5

This Thursday sees our Year 3 and 5 children participate in the Creative Dance section of the Catholic

Performing Arts Festival at the Convention Centre. It is a big ask to have children dancing on stage in such large

numbers in front of thousands of people, but an opportunity our 3's and 5's look forward to each year. We are

looking forward to seeing the full performance on Thursday evening. A special thanks to the parents who

assisted in preparing costumes and props for the children. Copies of notes regarding costume and makeup

requirements have been sent home. Please see Mrs Muir of you have any questions regarding Thursday.

State Cross Country/Year 5 & 6 Carnival Best of luck to our State Cross Country runners for this Friday. Nominations from the interschool cross country

carnival will be running against some of the best cross country runners in their respective year levels. Also, our

Year 5 & 6 children will be participating in a basketball and flagbelt rugby carnival on Friday. Let's all hope for

some sunshine and dry weather.

Year 2 Assembly - Coffee & Chat This Friday is our Year 2 Performance Assembly. As part of our endeavour to continue to

build the wonderful community spirit at St Luke's, we warmly welcome all the Year 2

parents (and any other parents in attendance) to stay for a coffee and chat after the

assembly. This is an initiative we will continue for each performance assembly for the

rest of the year. Look forward to seeing you there.

Power of Speech - Telethon Speech and Hearing This Saturday, five students from St Luke's will be participating in the Power of Speech Awards at the Telethon

Speech and Hearing Auditorium. This event is an opportunity for the children to showcase their talents as

confident and powerful public speakers as they deliver presentations on a subject of their choice. Jackson

Blackshaw, Lydia Smokrovic, Leon Dean, Charli Armstrong and Ethan Mackie have been preparing for weeks

and we wish them all the best for Saturday.

Administering of Medication Policy As part of our system audit by Catholic Education Western Australia, we have amended some of our procedures

regarding the Administering of Medication Policy. This is to ensure the continued safety of children and staff in

our school community. The updated policy is now available on the school website if parents would like further

clarification.

Tech Blog: 1:1 BYOD iPad Program 2018 (Year 4's) Over the past two years, we have been researching current educational practice around the use of 1:1 devices

within the classroom. After much deliberation, research and discussion, the current cohort of Year 3's (Year 4's

in 2018), will be our first group of students to transition into a 1:1 environment in 2018. A Parent Handbook,

including FAQ's and cover letter was sent home to parents on Friday. As technology continues to permeate our

everyday lives, we are excited at the learning opportunities a 1:1 environment will provide. Creativity and

collaboration will be two key focus areas with the iPads in 2018. All parent information in regards to the

program is available on our website should any parents be interested in viewing.

It's getting to the pointy end of the season in the footy, with more than a few contenders in with a chance for

finals spots. West Coast need a win away against the Giants, so it's a tough ask. For sports tragics like myself,

game one of the Bledisloe also happens this Saturday night, so I'm hoping for a competitive effort from the

Wallabies against the all-conquering All Blacks!

Have a great week everyone!

Jason Baker

Acting Principal

PUPIL FREE DAY REMINDER

A reminder to parents that this Monday 21st August is a Pupil Free Day.

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CONFIRMATION WORKSHOP

This coming Tuesday, 22nd August is the Parent and Child Confirmation workshop.

This is a compulsory workshop designed to prepare students, alongside their parents, to receive the gift of

the Holy Spirit. The workshop will be held in the St Luke’s Parish Hall. The workshop for 6W students

will commence at 5pm and the workshop for 6B students will commence at 6.30pm. Whilst it is only

necessary for one parent to accompany your child on the evening, both parents are more than welcome to

attend. We ask that siblings do not attend, so that you are able to provide your full attention to the

confirmation candidate.

Please discuss the importance and seriousness of this workshop with your child as they prepare to be fully

initiated into the Church. This is a special event that allows you and your child to spend quality time,

reflecting and discussing some important aspects related to their faith. We look forward to seeing you on

Tuesday.

Lisa McClue

Assistant Principal

INTERSCHOOL SPORTS EVENTS

This Friday 18th August, sees Yr 4,5 & 6 students participate in the State Cross Country at McGilvray

Oval in Mt Claremont. These excellent runners will be part of a great event, we wish them well.

Their bus leaves at 8.45am

On the same day many other children will be competing in NIPPSA “Spring Carnival”, Rugby(flagbelt)

at Kingsway and Basketball at Warwick Stadium.

Congratulations to those who have been selected and have been training diligently.

Their bus leaves at 9.15am.

ST LUKE’S FEAST DAY - 18TH OCTOBER– “ST LUKE’S GOT TALENT”

It’s time to get ready for the 2017, “St Luke’s Got Talent.”

Year levels will hold auditions in Week 9, with 2 acts being chosen

to represent their grade.

Polish up your musical instruments, get your voices ready and put

your dancing shoes on!

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

Congratulations to the following staff and students who are celebrating their birthdays during the

week.

Xavier Da Souza(1B), Georgina Mackle(2B), Serena Neal(6B), Alex More(4B), Anashe Marerwa(2W),

Josephine Firth(2W), Cassandra McKrill(6B), Zac D’Olympio(3B), Mrs Frapple(Staff).

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PARISH NEWS

Choir

The choir will continue to meet each Wednesday morning at 8.00am in the music room with Mrs

Longbottom. All Year 3-6 students are welcome to attend.

Family Mass The next Family Mass is scheduled for Sunday, 29th October. More details will be advertised at a later

date.

Youth Group The next celebration is scheduled for Friday, 1st September, 7.00pm - 8.30pm, in the Parish Hall.

The theme will be advised at a later date. All Year 4 -10 children are welcome to attend. If you are able

to assist please contact Ashley Carvahlo stlukesyouth.woodvale@gmail.com

Poster Design Competition The Catholic Archdiocese of Perth's Safeguarding Program has organised a children's poster

competition. Children can win iPads and other great prizes. If your child would like to enter please

contact Frances Deary or Mrs Main in 6 Blue. The competition closes this Friday, 18th August. Please contact Trish Main (Year 6 Teacher) if you have any queries regarding the ParishNews

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SACRED HEART COLLEGE - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR YEAR 7 2020.

The College will be closing off Expressions of Interest for Year 7 2020 in December this year.

If you have a child in Year 4 and have not already done so, please submit an Expression of Interest

form before Monday 11 December 2017.

Siblings of students already at the College must also have submitted an Expression of Interest form

to be considered for a place at the College. These forms can be found on our website under the

Enrolment tab.

If you have any questions please phone Julie Cole, Registrar, on 9246 8283.

NOTES ACCOMPANYING THIS NEWSLETTER

Parish Bulletin

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