Assistant Principal's Message
Dear Parents, Carers and the St Joseph’s Community,
Athletics Carnival
We were blessed with near perfect conditions for our Athletics Carnival today, a far cry from the weather that caused us to postpone our original date. Thank you to Mr Stephens and Mrs Knight for their organisation (for the second time around) and to the parents who volunteered their time to help. As always, it was lovely that so many parents, grandparents and siblings came along to cheer on the students.
As we had to move our venue from Merici College, we were not able to run long jump today. Trials will be held at Merici College for any students aged 10 -13 years wishing to be considered for PSSA representation. More details will be provided, closer to the time.
Walk to School Day
This Friday, is our Term 2 Walk to School Day. This community event promotes the important message that active kids are healthy kids! Students wishing to participate, are asked to meet Mrs Knight at the O’Connor Shops at 8:15am. Teachers will walk to school with the children but we warmly invite any parents who would like to join us on the walk.
Lost Property
Of late, lost property has been inundated with many jumpers, lunch boxes, hats and drink bottles without names. A reminder to please label all of your child’s belongings to make returning lost property an easier task and a far cheaper option than having to replace lost items.
House Points
Our House Point reward system is well and truly up and running and I am pleased to report that all houses have reached their benchmark reward. Students will receive their benchmark rewards on Friday afternoon in Week 7.
Carpark
The safety of our students is of utmost importance. When parking, please use the allocated car spaces and use the drive through area as pick up and drop off only, keeping the pedestrian crossing clear at all times. This will ensure the safe movement of pedestrians and traffic in the school grounds.
Staffing
Catherine Parmenter will be on sick leave for the next four weeks. During this time, the Seasons for Growth program has been postponed and there have been some changes to the Library timetable.
We ask that you keep Catherine in your thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks.
Reconciliation Day
This weekend we are blessed with an extra day as we celebrate Reconciliation Day. The date for the holiday was chosen because on 27 May 1967, 90% of Australia’s population voted in a referendum in favour of amending the national constitution in regard to indigenous peoples. Reconciliation Day is a time for all Canberrans to reflect on ways we can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Enjoy the time with your family!
Yours in Christ,
Amy Doszpot
Assistant Principal