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1 237 SPRING ST, RESERVOIR Website: Ph: TERM 2 Monday May 22nd, 2017 Weekly Newsletter No: 2.06 Date Event Time Wednesday 24th May Parents and Friends Meeting 2.00pm Thursday 25th May Friday 26th May Lord Jesus, we come together today because we want to learn more about your Word. Teach us to understand and keep the greatest commandment of all: To love one another as you have loved us Amen Dear Parents, Students and Staff, School Photos School Improvement Discussion Sunday 28th May Sacrament of Confirmation (Year 6) Tuesday 30th May Whole School Assembly (Hosted by Middle School) Thursday 1st June First Eucharist Workshop (Year 3) Friday 2nd June Senior School Interschool Sports Tuesday 6th June School Advisory Board Friday 9th June Senior School Interschool Sports Monday 12th June Queen s Birthday -Public Holiday Wednesday 14th June Parents and Friends Meeting 9.00am Assembly Area 3.00pm 3.00pm 7.00pm 7.30pm 2.00pm Last week was another busy week. I was privileged to spend some time at the inaugural Middle School Camp. The children had an amazing day out at the Zoo, with beautiful weather. This was followed by a great experience at Urban Camp Parkville. I would like to commend the children on their exceptional behaviour and for making St Gabriel s proud. My sincere thanks is extended to Mrs Larraine Miller, Mrs Hayley Ellul, Mr Adrian Dixon, Mrs Ann McGuire and Mrs Trudi Aiashi for their willingness to attend the camp and provide an amazing opportunity for our students. Your generous donation of time is greatly appreciated. Whilst the staff were busy planning out our next four years at St Gabriel s, some of our students represented our school at the district Cross Country competition. I would like to congratulate all children who participated in the event. I would like to especially congratulate Robin Arob who came 10th and Xavier Siriani who came 2nd in the event. Xavier and Robin will now proceed to the next level. When walking around our corridors you may notice some words that have been placed around our school. These are our learning dispositions that we are focussing on this year. We are continually discussing these dispositions with our students, so that they can further develop their awareness of the qualities of a good learner. My thanks is extended to Rolla Abi-Haila for creating all of the lettering. If you would like more information about our Learning Dispositions, please see either Mrs Klaic or myself. As we are now in the winter months, we request that if your child is absent from school, a letter is sent to your child s classroom teacher upon their return. If children require extended time off school (more than 3 days) please contact the school office. Have a great week. M M

2 RE News Sunday, 28th May at 3pm - Sacrament of Confirmation at St Gabriel s. We welcome our school families to join our candidates as they receive the Gift of the Holy Spirit in the Sacrament of Confirmation. Thursday, 1st June- First Holy Communion workshop at 7pm. A letter to parents will follow with details. Many people think that Confirmation is about receiving the Holy Spirit for the first time. However, Baptism is when we receive the Holy Spirit. For a long time in the early church, the number of Christians remained fairly small, small enough for the Bishop to be involved in the initiation of every person who was coming into the Christian community. Christians of a particular city would come together with their Bishop at the Easter Vigil. In a separate building, a priest or deacon would baptise the new Christians. After they were baptised with water they would put on white robes and go straight to the Bishop. The Bishop would then seal, that is confirm and endorse their baptism. This would be done, either by laying hands on the newly baptised and/or anointing with the holy oil of chrism. With a prayer that the Holy Spirit would continue to be present to them, the Bishop would send the new Christians to join the faithful gathered around the altar, the table of the Lord. This would be the first time they would stay with the others for the whole of the Eucharist and receive Communion. The Bishop sealed Baptism and opened the door at once to Holy Communion. Whenever Confirmation is celebrated, the ritual endorses, highlights and rejoices in the gift of the Holy Spirit to all the baptised followers of Jesus. The gift of the Holy Spirit makes us Christians. It was first given in Baptism; it is renewed in Confirmation; and it is strengthened each time we share in the Eucharist. On Sunday the 28th May at 3.00pm Bishop Terry Curtin will confirm the 2017 Confirmation Candidates. We pray for them that they may use the Gifts of the Spirit throughout their lives. It is timely for all of us to reflect on the Gifts of the Spirit and how and when we use them. The Seven Gifts of the Spirit are: Wisdom: To accept from God and learn to grow through all that happens to me. Understanding: To listen, to think things through, to be able to put myself in others shoes. Counsel: To be able to choose what is good and true. Courage: To accept difficulties and challenges in my life. Knowledge: To willingly learn about and develop my relationships with God and other people. Piety: To have respect and care for myself, all people and all the things of our world. Fear in the Lord: To be in awe at the wonders God has done for me. While all those being confirmed will gather with members of their family and special friends for this occasion, their Confirmation is a reminder for us too of the Spirit that has been gifted to us. The Spirit comes to us as a source of courage and strength to face the variety of challenges in our lives. The gifts of the Holy Spirit are also given to us so that we can respond with compassion to all those who have been knocked about by life s experiences.

3 Sunday 28th May CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES PIETY Then Jesus went down with them and came to Nazareth, and was obedient to them. His mother treasured all these things in her heart. And Jesus increased in wisdom and in years, and in divine and human favour. Bishop Terry Curtin & Rev. Shane Hoctor Auok Arob Jenny Chen Joshua Dinatale Ethan Laurence Alana Luu Vincenzo Barillaro Patrick Comer Sienna Scaturchio Stephanie Perera Veronica Tootoo Lauren Musig Jayda Callerame Xavier Cicitta FEAR IN THE LORD Awe came upon everyone, because many wonders and signs were being done by the apostles. All who believed were together and had all in common [Acts 2:23-44] [Luke 2:51-52] FORTITUDE May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance and the light. [Colossians 1:11-12] KNOWLEDGE And this is my prayer, that your love may overflow more and more with knowledge and full insight to help you to determine what is best, so that in the day of Christ you may be pure and blameless. [Philippians 1:9-10] COUNSEL WISDOM When they bring you to trial and hand you over, do not worry beforehand about what you are to say; but say whatever is given to you at that time, for it is not you who speak but the Holy Spirit. The one who endures till the end will be saved. [Mark 13:11, 13b] UNDERSTANDING The wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without a trace of partiality of hypocrisy. [James 3:17] Jesus said, You of little faith, why are you talking about having no bread? Do you still not perceive? Do you not remember the five loaves and how many baskets you gathered? [Matthew 16:8-9]

4 The Middle School Camp to Urban Camp Parkville was a great success. The Year 3 and 4 students enjoyed a great day at the Zoo learning about different animals and their habitats. This was followed by watching a netball and hockey match at the State Netball Centre. Day 2 was filled with great activities at the campsite. It was a great experience. Thanks to all the students and staff for making it a great experience.

5 Please keep the Milazzo family in your prayers on the recent passing of Marianna Milazzo. Great-Grandmother to Ayden (Prep). ~May God keep you in the palm of his hand ~ SCHOOL PHOTO DAY IS COMING Thursday 25th May PHOTO DAY TIPS: Dress: Full school Winter uniform. Students who have sport on the day should wear full school Winter uniform and bring runners to change into for sport. Hair: Neat and swept off face Manual Orders: Complete your order form and return with payment to school on photography day (These will go out this week) Online Orders: To pre-order online, take your personal Order and ID Numbers found on your order form and go to Orders can be placed online up to 2 working days after photography. You do not need to return the order form if you order online. Sibling Orders: For a special photo of you children together, collect a Sibling Order Form from the office or download it from the SchoolPix website then return it on photography day. Alternatively Order Online by 10am on photography day. Remember: All orders placed online will receive a free 20cm x 25cm black and white portrait print. Our Annual Report to the School Community has been uploaded onto our website. Please download to read. A hard copy is also available from the office. School Tours with the principal can be arranged by contacting the school office to make an appointment 2018 PREP ENROLMENTS ARE NOW OPEN! Application forms can be obtained from the school office. Please complete and return the enrolment application form together with Birth, Baptism, Visa (if born overseas) and Immunisation Certificates as soon as possible. Your child needs to be 5 years old by 30th April 2018 to begin Prep in Hot food will now be back to WEDNESDAYS. Pies and sausage rolls available! Pie Vegetable pastie Sausage rolls & Party pies Paper bag $2.50 $ c 10c Please include ALL of the following CLEARLY written on a brown paper bag: 1. NAME 2. CLASS 3. ORDER and 4. TOTAL $ AMOUNT (in this order) Please enclose the correct amount of money. Thanks for your co-operation.

6 Reading at home with your child. Thanks to the many parents who were able to attend the Reading at home with your child workshop last week. Here is a brief outline of what we covered to refresh you memory and to share with those who were unable to attend. Please remember that we are always happy to work with you on strategies that may help you and your child together at home. So feel free to ask questions at any time, or even suggest a workshop topic if there is something you would like to know more about. Always feel free to contact me on mklaic@sgreservoir.catholic.edu.au Brief points from the meeting. ALWAYS make reading at home with your child a positive and treasured time. It should not be a chore. Before you begin any book have a chat together about what you think the book may be about and what might happen in the book, this helps set the context. If your child is not sure about what might happen, you could offer some suggestions. Remind them, we are only predicting and there is no right or wrong. Sometimes it is valuable to read the pictures first and discuss before you read the words. This is an important Daily Five strategy. Please don t ever, ever, ever, cover the pictures. They provide valuable information to the reader. When reading we offer learners the opportunity to try to sound out words using their letter/sound knowledge. But if they try and are unable to, we help them by just saying the word. If they students reads a word incorrectly we can ask them did that make sense? We can also ask them to back up and read it again. Every now and then stop and check for understanding. Who is this about? What is happening? Some words are difficult to use the picture/sound cues to identify. These words just have to be learned. This website will help you with some games to help your child do this, it is only one of many sites that offer great suggestions for this People completely underestimate the value gained from your child seeing you read. So don t make them do all the work. Read a page each, or a chapter each. If your child is very tired, just read to them. Reading should not be presented to children as a chore or duty. It should be offered to them as a precious gift." Kate DiCamillo Happy reading everyone! Martine Klaic HYPERLINK

7 Last Wednesday was our School Closure Day. This day was facilitated by Craig Carlin - Principal Consultant from the Catholic Education Office, Snez Singh and Bernadette Venables - Learning Advisors from the Catholic Education Office. Craig, Snez and Bernadette led the staff through a process by which we explored each of our goals and unpacked what they actually mean. We then proceeded to explore our intended outcomes and define what each of these areas will look like in the time of our next review. We will hold an information session on Friday morning at 9.00am for any parents who are interested in unpacking these goals further. Sphere of Schooling Education in Faith ADVICE ON BROAD GOALS To strengthen Catholic identity within a diverse faith community. INTENDED IMPROVEMENT OUTCOMES That families demonstrate a deeper engagement in the faith life of the school and parish. That the students and staff recognise and value the Catholic faith and traditions, and make explicit connections to their actions. Learning and Teaching To engage students in authentic learning and improve outcomes in all learning areas That student engagement and confidence will improve. That student learning growth will improve across the curriculum, with a focus on improved literacy and numeracy outcomes. KEY IMPROVEMENT STRATEGIES Ensure an engaging and integrated Religious Education curriculum that enhances Catholic Identity and enables students to grow with the Catholic faith Develop a shared philosophy for learning and teaching that is known and valued, and has the commitment of all school community members Strengthen the capacity of all staff to use teaching practices that are consistent, purposeful, explicit, and focussed on students learning needs. Student Wellbeing To develop a school culture that fosters positive interaction, engagement in learning, resilience and a sense of wellbeing. That student wellbeing, confidence, safety and engagement are increased. Implement a school wide framework for student wellbeing. Leadership and Management To build a leadership climate characterised by strengthened clarity, ownership and partnership where all members of the community are engaged in developing St Gabriel s as a vibrant learning community. That organizational and leadership structures of the school are improved and consistently align with the Vision, goals, direction and clearly defined priorities of the school. Instil a strong professional learning culture. School Community To further strengthen and consolidate partnerships between home, school, the parish and the wider community. That family school partnerships in student learning, wellbeing and faith development enhanced. Continue to strengthen family and community partnerships as a dimension of all school programs

8 PARENTS AND FRIENDS NEWS. 4 weeks to go!! Wednes day 21st June P&F Committee Meeting Wednesday 2pm in the community room. New members and volunteers always welcome! Movie night this Friday 26th May! Look out for app message on Wednesday for the movie time. Thanks to all the families who headed down to Amart Sports last Saturday. Don t forget to swipe your loyalty card at ANY Amart Sports Store, to gain funding for St Gabriels Primary School. The Active Travel Team is continuing to conduct the HandsUp Tally every Thursday. We will announce the Most Active Class for May next week! SCHOOL FEE RAFFLE This year we are introducing a new raffle - if you win - you don t need to pay your next school fees - worth $470!! More information to follow this week!! Please save the date - Sunday 17th September - Family Portrait Day at Edwards Lake LASAGNA AND PASTA LUNCH - THIS FRIDAY 26TH MAY We will be turning the hall into a little Italian Restaurant this Friday 26th May at lunchtime. Come and warm your tummies with some delicious lasagna or bowl of pasta PLEASE CIRCLE YOUR ORDER AND PLACE THIS FORM IN A SEALED ENVELOPE WITH $5.00. PLACE INTO YOUR CLASS HOT FOOD TUB BY TOMORROW, TUESDAY 23/5/17 NAME: CLASS: 1 x Plate of lasagna and a piece of bread OR 1 x bowl of pasta with tomato pasta sauce (vegetarian) and a piece of bread OR 1 x bowl of pasta, NO sauce and a piece of bread