Resurrection Catholic Primary School 51 Gum Road, Kings Park 3021 Telephone: (03) 8312 6312 Fax: (03) 9366 6154 Absence Line: (03) 8312 6333 website: www.rskingspark.catholic.edu.au email: principal@rskingspark.catholic.edu.au Our Vision: At Resurrection Catholic Primary School, we learn passionately, we serve joyfully, we care. Today s Prayer I am the living bread come down from heaven. Within the text Jesus is speaking to hungry followers who can t grasp his symbolic language. Behind the text the fledgling Church is trying to work out the meaning of the Eucharist, and how Jesus brings Judaism to fruition. For centuries many people inside and outside of the Church have struggled to understand this passage. Jesus said to the crowd: I am the living bread which has come down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will live for ever; and the bread that I shall give is my flesh, for the life of the world. Then the Jews started arguing with one another: How can this man give us his flesh to eat? they said. Jesus replied: I tell you most solemnly, if you do not eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you will not have life in you. Anyone who does eat my flesh and drink my blood has eternal life, and I shall raise him up on the last day. For my flesh is real food and my blood is real drink. He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood lives in me and I live in him. As I, who am sent by the living Father, myself draw life from the Father, so whoever eats me will draw life from me. This is the bread come down from heaven; not like the bread our ancestors ate: they are dead, but anyone who eats this bread will live for ever. John 6: 51 58 UPCOMING EVENTS Term 3 - Week 6 - Thursday 23 August 2018 Book Week M-F 20-24 Aug Theme: Find Your Treasure Costume parade Friday Father s Day Wrapping Tues 28 Aug helpers needed please from 9am Father s Day Stall Wed 29 Aug $5 gifts, students to bring a bag to carry gift Father s Day Celebration Fri 31 Aug Father s Day Mass 8:30am and morning tea Grade 6 Confirmation Fri 31 Aug Rm 19,20 & 23 Grade 6 Confirmation Fri 7 Sept Rm 18,21 & 22 Fete Sat 8 Sept 40 th Anniversary School Fete Art Show Tu & Wed 11/12 Sept Resurrection Art Show NEWS FROM THE PRINCIPAL It is that time of the year There have certainly been plenty of bugs going around over the past couple of weeks and it would seem very few of us are immune! If your child is sick, the best place for him/her is home. Please don t forget to notify us of any absences. InsightSRC surveys Thanks to all who have completed the online survey for us this year. You have until tomorrow to get this done. The responses to the survey help us develop a strategic plan for the coming years. 2019 is a review year for Resurrection Catholic Primary School, so this data will be very important in developing the review report and setting goals for the following four years. Reporting an Absence We are still experiencing some glitches in the system. These have been notified to the software provider. We ask for your patience as we work through these issues. However, it is important that we are notified of absences as soon as possible. If your child is running late for school, you must sign them in at the office. Carparks, Driveways Over the past couple of weeks, we have noticed a number of parents stopping in Gum Rd and Myuna Dve to drop their child/ren at school some children even getting out of the back seat on the driver s side! Please ensure that you are parking legally in the surrounding streets and that children are exiting the car safely (from the passenger side of the vehicle). No Smoking on School/Church Grounds Please kindly note that smoking is prohibited on our school/church grounds at all times. May God bless you, John Connors PRINCIPAL
BUNNINGS BBQ - SUNDAY 19 AUGUST 2018 Well the weather was not on our side on Sunday and the Fundraising BBQ was cancelled at 8:30am due to the bad weather. Regardless, thank you to those that volunteered to help. Without your help these fundraising opportunities would not be an option. IT s BOOK WEEK Don t forget our book week costume parade tomorrow, Friday 25 August 2018 at 9:30am Costumes do not need to be costly, be creative and enjoy the fun of the day. Parents are welcome to come and watch the parade ATHLETEICS - MAREE SHIELDS On Friday 17th August, a team of approximately 64 students participated in the School Sport Victoria Deer Park District Athletics Carnival, where we competed against 10 other schools over a number of different events. We had a fantastic day, with great weather, and the students who attended should be commended for their fantastic behaviour and sportsmanship. We had placings in 14 different events and we have 8 students going on to compete in the Division Athletics, to be held in 2 weeks time. Congratulations to Makuac (3rd in 800m); the 12 year old girls relay team of Paige, Rosleen, Sarah and Taylah (4th); Wesley (2nd in Long Jump and 3rd in High Jump); the 12 year old boys relay team of Nate, Sasha, Mykej and Danny (4th); Velachanty (2nd in Long Jump and 3rd in 100m); Macdalene (1st in both Shot put and Discus); Mykej (2nd in High Jump and 4th in 100m); Amelia M (4th in Discus); Caleb (1st in 100m and 200m); Sarah (3rd in 100m); and the 10 year old boys relay team of Elijah M, Zachary, Caleb and Rafael (1st). Those who placed either 1st or 2nd continue on to the Division event. Well done to all the students for putting in their best efforts on the day and a huge thank you to the parents who came as helpers and the teachers who came to help get the students to their events on time! Maree Shields and Angela Grech
FATHERS DAY WRAPPING & STALL Wrapping Father's Day Gifts will be on Tuesday the 28 August at 9am in the Magdalene Room. Father's Day Stall will be on Wednesday the 29 August at 9am to 1pm in the Magdalene Room. Please leave your name at the office if you are able to help, or let Lisa now via fb or sms (0403 160 333) FATHER S DAY CELEBRATION - FRIDAY THE 31ST AUGUST AT 8.30AM All dad s or special people like dads, are welcome to join us on Fri 31 August from 8:30am for mass, classroom visits and morning tea. If you did not receive your invitation please ask the classroom teacher. ART SHOW - $5 PER FAMILY (UP TO 6 PEOPLE) OR GOLD COIN SINGLE ENTRY Tuesday 11th September 3.30-5pm Wednesday 12th September 3.30-6pm ABSENTEE LINE Thank you to those who are calling the absentee line and leaving messages when your child/ren are away from school. Please ensure you mention the student s full name and room number when you call. If the student/s arrive after 9am, parents must walk the child into school through the office to get them signed in. If you are running late for 3:15pm pick up, please call the office to let us know. BREAKFAST CLUB A HEALTHY LUNCHBOX LOOKS LIKE THIS.. St Vinnie s have been sponsoring the Breakfast Club ensuring we have fruit, bread & supplies to offer breakfast 3 days per week for our students. We would appreciate volunteer s support to serve the children breakfast on Tuesday s, Wednesdays & Thursday s from 8:15am 9:00am Some children aren t fortunate enough to have breakfast each morning, so in offering breakfast 3 days per week, we know it is making a difference. If you could please let the office know if you are able to help for the remainder of Term 3 (until 20 Sept) that would be greatly appreciated.
FETE NEWS SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER 2018 Now it s crunch time and we need your support more than ever It s only 16 days until the fete!
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Program Update Term 3 The children have been involved in many activities playing games such as dodgeball (teachers vs students) and seeing some friendly competition. Occupied by enjoying soccer, catch, capture the flag and markers up, these games give the children the confidence and opportunity to demonstrate their physical and athletic skills. Each week we are involved in an art activity or a cooking activity for the morning and after-school care. The children made carrot cupcakes and absolutely loved them. Each Friday we provide the children with a delightful breakfast, serving: pancakes, french toast, scrambled eggs and many more meals that pleased the children. We have been able to go outside and enjoy the sun, have children more spirit-lifted in our planned activities and being active with our sport, welcoming our Gardening Club due to the new season. Spring is going to be taking on the next couple of months so the children will be exploring and enjoying more outdoor activities planned by the staff. We are strongly encouraging the children to complete their homework here at OSHClub as it allows them to have the time to work together and learn from each other. The children have really been utilising their time wisely and completing their homework after the OSH meeting and before play. It s a great opportunity to complete their homework especially because a lot of the children get picked up very late and don't have time to do their homework at home. Staff updates: Stephanie, Claudia, and Alex are the permanent educators working daily at Resurrection OSHClub with the support from causal workers coming and taking part in caring for the children and working alongside the staff. On the 20th of August Stephanie will be on leave for 4 weeks undergoing her placement next door at Movelle Primary School. Claudia will be taking charge of the centre in my absence with the support from the other staff members. Stephanie will return for the last week of term to celebrate the departure of the children and the OSHClub party. Every afternoon we still have our OSHClub meetings to discuss the activities, food, safety, and respect of one another. Children have the opportunity to express themselves and speak openly. Please note Parents if you are having issues with the new portal for enrolments or current accounts please come and see me Stephanie in the OSHClub room I am happy to help. If you don't find me in the room as I have finished for the day contact me on 0408 477 328 leave and message and I will return your call. Parents please book 24 hours prior to a session. The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today. We look forward to seeing you! Parent/Carer Information OSHC program phone: 0408 477 328 Coordinator: Stephanie Buttigieg Assistants: Claudia Scerri and Alexandra Spiteri OSHClub Head Office: 03 8564 9000 Reminder: All families must be enrolled to attend the program, remember it is Free to enrol!! Please create an account online at www.oshclub.com.au all bookings and cancellations can also be managed via your online account. For on the day bookings please contact the Coordinator direct at the program on 0408 477 328 Please try and book your children before the day.
PARISH NEWS Leaders Meeting Our usual Parish Meeting Night is being replaced with a Leaders Meeting only for the month of September. Fr Gerard invites all leaders to meet in the Parish Office at 7.15pm. Thank You On behalf of the Attard family, Spira would like to thank Parishioners at Resurrection for their love and support. God is with us all, especially when we are mourning, and your presence in our lives makes that face easier to remember and keep the faith. Working Bee The next Working Bee is Saturday 15th September between 8.30am and concluding with a BBQ at 12.30pm. If you look around you will see that there are many things requiring attention. The Maintenance Group has a long list of jobs. Can you come? Your help would be appreciated. Confirmation On Fridays 31st August and 7th September Bishop Mark Edwards will be coming to Resurrection to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation with Grade 6 children. The celebration will commence at 7pm and parishioners are most welcome. Resurrection School 40 TH Year Anniversary Save the date, Saturday 8th September. Resurrection Primary School are celebrating their 40th year anniversary by holding a school fete, from 10am - 4pm. There will be a variety of market stalls and food trucks. Families will be able to purchase wristbands on the day for $35 per child. This will include unlimited pass on the Cha Cha, Dodgem Cars, Bungee Trampoline, Inflatable Jumping Castle, Chair O Plane, Tea Cups as well as unlimited access to the animal farm and reptile farm. Archbishop s Catholic Man Breakfast Archbishops Catholic Man Breakfast Series, 13th September 2018 featuring our new Archbishop, Peter A Comensoli. Come along and be encouraged, inspired and challenged by him as he undertakes his leadership role in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. Come along and support the new Archbishop. The venue remains the CQ Club 113 123 Queen St Melbourne. Cost $45. Time 0700 0900 sharp. Enquiries Michael Bohan 0439 172 465 The Catholic Man Breakfast Series is an opportunity for men to gather and be encouraged and inspired in their faith.