Newsletter No: 14 Term 3 Week Our School Vision

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1 Our Mission Statement Monte Cecilia Catholic School will empower our people to strive for excellence through collaboration and service; to be life long learners and contributors to the world, inspired by our Mercy Tradition Newsletter No: 14 Term 3 Week Our School Vision We will be people who love to learn, people who show respect and are resilient so as to become contributing Disciples of Christ who make a difference in our world Our Monte Values Truth Respect Integrity Courage The Core Mercy Values Respect for Human Dignity Compassion Service Justice Care & Concern for the Poor & Vulnerable

2 Points of Interest: ***TWILIGHT MARKET*** Student work CROSS COUNTRY Tena koutou katoa, There are three weeks to go to the end of term with a number of very exciting events to fill up our days. Monte is such a busy and happy place to be, we are blessed. I find it so easy to welcome new people into our school because I am proud of what we are achieving and of our fantastic children. Thank you to all of you who have helped to make our place a good place to be. As always we aim to be a Christ-like community in the way we speak to each other and treat one another with our Mercy attitudes : - service and joy being two of these. I have picked up on these attitudes in the last week or so, through the hard working and committed PTA team we have working on the Twilight Market. I encourage you to put up your hands to help out and be Mercy actioners too we know that many hands make light work. Important CLARIFICATION I would like to ensure that everyone is very clear on what our fundraising goals are for. The PTA are trying to raise $ This money is already being donated towards the costs of our current 3 year lease of computer equipment which is already being used throughout the school by ALL students. The money raised by our Twilight Market will make a huge difference to everyday learning for teachers and students right here and right now. Our senior students have been enjoying the equipment since the beginning of the year and this has been rolled out to the whole school throughout the year. I do appeal to ALL FAMILIES to support our children who have already benefitted from, and are currently benefitting from, the great resources the PTA are helping raise money towards. Thank you for your service to our Mercy School. Health & Monte Cross Country has been this terms major sport focus. We also have had Rippa Rugby and Badminton as additional sports opportunities. Learning in a physical way at our school includes our spiritual, mental and emotional well being. Practicing and competing are part of the whole process of learning. The Sports motto at Monte says: Win with humility and lose with Grace. And yes, we do encourage everyone to participate so as to win..., but in a genteel manner!! This brings me to the Cross Country Day yesterday. The first 5 placings (Years 3-6) go on to the Catholic Schools Cross country on 10th Sept. The same applies for the Mt Roskill Zones Cross Country on 16th Sept but this day is only for Years 4 6. We had an awesome Cross Country day with very excited children all very Whanau Group proud! The chants were loud and strong and the running showed the amazing persevering attitudes our children have. Killer Hill got a few to walk, but did not defeat any of our Monte Kids! The happy positive buzz around school was palpable. God Bless, Mrs Mill. The results for the day are: Y0-1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Sia Hong Jonleo Fuga Stella Scahill Rafael Garcia-Hannah Keira Park Jimi Dennet Isabella Martin Noah Chamberlain Alannah Jamieson Tomas Barry Alison Wulf Jordan Harvey-Cross Joanna Tolley Kyle Go Maisie Martin Ethan Maihi Helena Macfarlane Moshe-dyan Wulf Sarah Batterton Etuali Fusitu a Luka Jessep Benjamin Jamieson Shannon Vlasich James Maitland Harriet Shaw George Cowan Devon Lunjevich Flynn Russell Kyla Go Thomas Roys Ayla Alai Dylan Maitland Olivia Sharp Jacob McGill Abigail Haydock Matthew Vlasich Cailey Park Patrick Russell Angeline Vlasich Matthew Thompson Starria Smith Thomas Howcroft Boudina Bosma William Howcroft Isaac Scahill Maretta Brown Max O Meara Grace Phillips Geronimo Iglesias Anna Hampton Matthew Green Karen Johnson Hunter Watson Kate Hampton Joshua Drake Iahn Sung Sarah Rutherford Bede Phillips

3 SPECIAL CHARACTER COLUMN Social Justice: See, Judge, Act - Tirohia, Wanangatia, Mahia In Week 9 Catholic Social Justice will be a focus throughout Catholic Schools in New Zealand. Focus for 2014 :The Principles of Catholic Social Teaching, and how these are put into action in our school. The Seven Catholic beliefs about people and their lives: ( from CaritasSJW 2014 Resource) Human dignity: Every person is valuable to Creator God whether they are men or women, boys or girls, old, young, any race or religion, rich or poor, healthy or sick or differently abled. Every person has mana and is worthy of our respect. Galatians 3:28, Isaiah 42:1-4, Isaiah 43:4-7 Protection of the poor and vulnerable: We need to find ways to help those who are poor, in danger, sick or frightened. We must protect them as part of our human family. Luke 6:17-26, Isaiah 58:6-8, 20, Isaiah 35:3-7, Ps 113:7-9 Stewardship: We do not own the land, the seas or the sky. We are kaitiaki- guardians. We must care for them so that all people who come after us can live well too. We need to share the water and food from this earth with the whole human family. Proverbs 3:9-10, Isaiah 55:1-6, Ps 104:27-30 Participation: Everybody has a right and a duty to take part in their community and work together so that everyone can be happy. Everybody has the right to be included in activities and groups like schooling, work, culture, politics, or sports. Matt 52:32-39, Ps 67:1-7 Solidarity: We belong to one big human family one whānau.we need to support each other, no matter where we live in the world so that everyone can live peaceful, happy and useful lives. Matt 10:40-42, Eph:3:14-21, Ps 145:14-20 Subsidiarity: People should have a say in decisions that affect them. As much as possible, communities should make decisions for themselves, rather than large organisations or governments making decisions for them. Ps 25:4-5, 9-10, Acts 15:6-13, Acts 16:4-6 Common Good: This principle is followed when decisions are made which are the best for everyone in the community or the country. These decisions do not put the rights of a few individuals above the needs of the whole group. Luke15:1-6, Ps 32:8, Job 5:9-16, Acts 1:42-47 Over the next few weeks our Y5 & 6 Special Character team will be out and about in the playground and classrooms armed with i-pads gathering evidence of Social Justice Action at work in our school. God of justice, as we begin our work together on the theme of Catholic social teaching, We ask you to plant in our hearts a spirit of justice and compassion. Open our minds to how we can bring this into action in our school. That our school community live and proclaim justice, truth and love for all. E Te Atua, we place these prayers into LOVE PEACE JUSTICE COMPASSION RECONCILIATION SERVICE COMMUNITY Vickie Boffey DRS

4 24 August 31 August MONTE PRAYER GROUP We are a group of Monte parents who meet each Tuesday morning for half an hour to pray for the needs of the school community. It's very relaxed and informal with lots of time to chat as well. You are welcome to bring your pre-school children. If you believe prayer makes a difference then come along and join us. ALL WELCOME. When: Every 9am Where: Normally the school library ALSO there is a prayer request box in the office foyer if you have a need you would like us to pray about. Black leather school shoes are expected to be worn during this time. PLEASE NOTE No sneakers or casual style shoes will be allowed only the correct school shoes. See illustration. Thank you to the families who are supporting us in our endeavours to keep our uniform looking tidy and consistent. We would love to take this opportunity to extend a very warm Monte welcome our new students and their whanau! These are the students who have recently started their learning journey at Monte. WEKA Hub Y0 Dylia Walter-Laulu Thehan Perera Kamilo Morales Recent results are: RESPECT Being aware of others feelings Giving people put ups Not talking about other people behind their backs Sharing how you feel when you are upset (by using your words) Being kind to others Speaking to people in a nice way Using good manners Respecting and including others Letting everyone have their say Giving each other a turn Being open to new ideas Making sure everyone feels like they belong Inviting and allowing others to join in games Listening to other s ideas with respect To help and support others when we can Looking out to help others Being understanding towards other people Being tolerant of those around you Showing God s kindness to others Respecting the dignity of others and yourself Waiting for your turn On Fire UNBEATEN in Term 3! If you would like to know more about Monte Magic beat St Mary 5-1. POD Isaiah Fusitu a & Bede Phillips Monte Magic beat Our Lady of the Sacred Heart 5-1. POD Nicholas Fuhinui Flippa Ball, contact : Leonie Phillips. Vianney 4590 McAuley 5800 Cecilia 5360 MacKillop 5920

5 Vianney 1190 MACKILLOP MCAULEY 1035 CECILIA

6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Parents! CHECK out this link it may answer some questions you may have about your child s learning at school! PLEASE note our school times are: 8.55am Start with Roll Call and Prayer 10.50am Morning tea 1pm Lunch 2.55pm Home Bell Please respect our schedule and be punctual for school SEPTEMBER 2014 OCTOBER 2014 NOVEMBER 2014 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 1 September KEA Hub Trip PTA Meeting 9 10 Catholic Schools Cross Country 4 MONTE Cross Country The newsletter will be published every fortnight Celebration Assembly is every EVEN week on a Friday at 2.15pm all welcome Every Monday Morning begins with a Prayer Assembly at 9am sharp all welcome Mt Roskill Zones Cross Country 22 PRODUCTION Week BOT Meeting 23 PPC Meeting Wrapped Lolly Mufti Day Half Day / Last day Term 3 26 TEACHER ONLY DAY October TERM 4 Starts with MERCY Week Kea5/6 EOTC McAuley Day Yellow Day BOT Meeting PPC Meeting PTA Meeting 22 Kea5/6 EOTC JOLLY JAR Mufti Day RAFFLE Mufti Day PTA Meeting 6 MONTE Athletics Day CAKE Drop off November Twilight Market Athletics Zones 19 SCHOOL PHOTO DAY Cecilia Day Blue Day BOT Meeting We try to keep you informed well in advance of what s happening around school I hope this calendar helps us all to remember what is happening at our busy school. We will send out an or flyer, when appropriate, as a gentle reminder about happenings and events, and sometimes this could be 24 hours before. Please note the days that support your child s faith journey and help them to attend celebrations that are not necessarily during school hours. Mass at St John Vianney is at 9am every Sunday.