STAFFING FOR 2020

Planning for staffing for the coming year has been underway for a considerable time. We would like to announce that Mrs Margaret Micallef has decided to retire, moving into the new year. We would like to thank Mrs Micallef for her long years of service and her contributions to Catholic Education within the Diocese and at Corpus Christi. Mrs Susan Attard has also decided to retire in 2020. Mrs Attard has made wonderful contributions throughout her many years of education within the Diocese and we thank her and wish her well at this time. Mrs Algeri has also accepted another position within the Diocese and will move from Corpus Christi in 2020. We thank Mrs Algeri for her contributions to the Corpus Christi community. Mrs Preston will be spending 2020 at St Patrick’s Blacktown working with K-2 teachers in an Instructional Leader role. We wish her well as she shares her gifts and talents with others. We will have the opportunity to farewell Mrs Micallef, Mrs Attard and Mrs Algeri later in the term. Together with our farewells at this time of year, we also welcome new members of staff. Miss Josephine Galea, Mrs Marina Downey and Mrs Michelle Vella will be joining us for 2020 in full time roles in our learning spaces. We know that you will make them feel very welcome in the new year.

CLASS PLACEMENTS 2020

The teachers and staff are spending considerable time preparing the children for transition into their new learning spaces for 2020. This may involve visits to their new spaces, meeting and greeting new teachers, finding out about the year ahead and the formal Meet the Teacher afternoon on Tuesday 17th December. If you feel that there is anything specific with regards to class placements, that you would like us to know about your child for next year, please put this in writing to Mrs O’Rourke by Friday 6th December.

Term 4 Week 7 28 November 2019

Thursday, 28th November

at 3:30pm in the Library

Everyone is very welcome! Bring your ideas for 2020!

This is a great opportunity to learn about how you can be involved in supporting us in 2020!

PRG MEETING TODAY

STAFF

NEWS

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS

Dear Parents,

Faith Formation

First Sunday of Advent - Year A Gospel Mt 24:37-44 The Lord is coming when we least expect.

What are some things you look forward to? How do you get ready to prepare for them? Today we begin Advent – a time where we prepare for the coming of Jesus. Jesus asks us to live properly. How can we live properly? How can we make Advent a time of preparation this week?

Catholic Culture and Tradition

Christmas Concert

The Christmas Concert will be held on Wednesday, 4th December at 6:30pm.

The children are asked to dress in the following outfits for the Christmas Concert.

Kindergarten - Denim shorts, Skirt or Jeans with a Red, White or Green Christmas Shirt and a Santa Hat.

Year 1 - Dress as an Angel or Santa.

Year 2 - Green, Red or White Christmas Shirt with Black Shorts, Skirt or Jeans.

Year 3 - Cowboy Hat , Red, White, Green Clothing.

Year 4 - Red or Green Shirt, with Skirt, Shorts or Jeans.

Year 5 - Singlet, Shorts and Thongs.

Year 6 - Christmas Shirt Denim - Shorts, Skirt or Jeans.

© Creative Ministry Resources Pty Ltd

Prayer for Rain God our Father, You created our earth to nourish us and give us life And Jesus told us to ask and it will be given to us We ask now in Faith, Hope and Love that you look with favour on our drought stricken land. Our starving animals and failing produce. Sustain, strengthen and give new heart to our farmers and all those affected by this drought In your loving providence send abundant rain soon And renew the faith of your people and the face of our land. We make this prayer with many, through Jesus Christ who gives new life to all living things. Amen Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Pray for us St Mary of the Cross Mackillop - Pray for us

Most Revered Bishop Columba Macbeth-Green OSPPE DD Bishop of Wilcannia-Forbes

WREATH

Meaning of these symbols Circle : has no beginning or end – represents God’s life which is everlasting – his love for us has no end. Evergreen : their ever-greenness reminds us of life, growth and hope. Candles : Waiting for Jesus to come. Purple – time for preparation, time to recognise our need for Jesus. Pink – a sign of joy because we know that God loved us so much that he sent Jesus into the world. Purple Ribbon : Ribbon – decoration on gifts – we should give other people some of the love of Jesus through our good deeds and kind words. Purple – represents hard work and that our giving to others will be hard work too.

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Advance Notice for Sacraments 2020 - Year 4 students 2020 cohort Sacrament of Reconciliation - Term 1 - Parent meeting 19/2/2020

First Eucharist - Term 2

Sacrament of Confirmation - Term 4 2021

If there are any students currently in Year 4 and Year 5 who have not made their Sacraments are very welcome to join this Sacramental Journey. Please see Mrs Shahoud for a follow up note.

Understanding Faith Online Resource

We are able to use an online resource to support our religious education. Why not check it out for yourselves.

https://primary.understandingfaith.edu.au/log-in

user : ceo.parra.6735

password : ceo.2019.parra

Social Justice

Corpus Christi Christmas Appeal

You can help St Vincent de Paul spread Christmas cheer this year by donating items for our Corpus Christi Christmas Appeal Hampers. Hampers are distributed through our local Conference members. Each week we will be focusing on different items. We are linking our appeal this year with our mission units. We are focusing on giving others ‘A place at the table.’ There is a display in the Breezeway which will be building over the coming weeks. Next week our focus will be Christmas cakes, puddings and biscuits. Please ensure that all food items are in date with several

months until expiry. Could all donations please be brought in by Friday 6th December.

Have a peaceful week, Sharon Shahoud Religious Education Coordinator

TERM 1 2020 DATES

Tuesday, 28th January Staff Development Day - Staff conducting MAI’s

Wednesday, 29th January Staff Development Day - Staff conducting MAI’s

Thursday, 30th January Years 1- 6 Return to school

Friday, 31st January Kindergarten Begin School

IMPORTANT!

FINAL DELIVERY FOR 2019

UNIFORM ORDERS

The last delivery day for 2019 for Uniform Orders is Wednesday, 11th December (Week 9). Please note orders MUST be placed by 4pm Tuesday, 10th December, in order to be delivered on this day. Orders placed after 4pm on Tuesday, 10th December will be delivered on the first delivery for 2020 which is Wednesday, 29th January.

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ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL’S AWARD

CO-ORDINATORS AWARDS

MERIT AWARDS – Using Kind Words and Actions

PRINCIPAL

AWARD

PRINCIPAL’S AWARD

Hayden Dicker - 1B

Sarah Bolton - 1E

Makayla Byrnes - 3G

PLATINUM AWARD

Jack Bulllock - 6E

Nicholas Becker - KB

Ayva Ram-Wolarczuk - KB

Charlise Camilleri - KE

Imogen Hills - KG

Lincoln Davis - KG

Manuella Camilleri-Gaubutto - 1B

Kevin Catenza - 1E

Khloee Hockley - 1E

Luke Noonan - 1E

Kalycee Tauasa - 1G

Elijah Vella - 1G

Henry Goh - 2B

Chelsea Greatrex - 2B

Lana Harvey - 2E

Lachlan Ives - 2E

Melody De Boer - 2G

Elena Wang - 2G

Zane Tate - 3B

Sophie Wearne - 3B

Aniella Cruz - 3E

Chase Neal - 3E

Makayla Byrnes - 3G

Ryan Camilleri - 3G

Cayla Atienza - 4B

Harry Slack - 4B

Lachlan Guthrey - 4E

Mackenzie White - 4E

Lincoln Klemesrud - 4G

Laura Sadomba - 4G

Tahj Cavallaro - 5B

Hamish Richardson - 5B

Amileyah Telefoni - 5E

Cooper Fleming - 5G

Madeleine Fokes - 5G

Daniel McAdam - 6B

Nevin Vinu - 6B

Olivia Attard - 6E

Gabriel Tabar - 6E

Lexi Cleland - KB

Alec Iddles - KG

Laken O’Donnell - KG

Madelyn Byrnes - 1B

Megan Germany - 1B

Ava Laban - 1B

Jacob Lloyd - 2B

Michael Croke - 2G

Nathan Couto - 3B

Javier Pelias - 3B

Annika Sharma - 3B

Aaron Kosorukow - 3E

Hayden Mitchell - 3E

Davesh Anand - 6B

Jacob Kovacs - 6B

ASSISTANT

PRINCIPAL’S

AWARD

MERIT

AWARD

Zane Grainger - 2E

Tahlia Braithwaite - 3E

Abbey Hall - 3E

Kaitlyn Grima - 6G

CO-

ORDINATORS

AWARD

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SPORTS NEWS

2020 SWIMMING CARNIVAL

Please return notes by NO LATER THAN Friday 6th December 2019.

Who: The carnival is open to all children in Years 2-6, 2020 who will be turning eight (8) or older in 2020, and who are confident of swimming one 50 metre lap.

Children will swim in the Age Group that they will be in 2020. E.g If your child will be 8 (in Year 2) in 2020 they will swim in the 8yr old race

When: Wednesday 5th

February 2020

Where: Hawkesbury Oasis YMCA, Cnr Drummond St & Church St, South Windsor

Time: Arrival at 4:45pm for 5:00pm marshalling

Travel: All students competing in the swimming carnival will need to make their own way to and from the carnival and as previously stated, have an adult remain with them throughout the duration of the carnival.

What to bring/wear: Swimwear, towel and sun-protection (lotion and hat).

Cost: $4 per competing student and $2.20 per spectator. This fee will be paid directly to Hawkesbury Oasis, YMCA when you arrive.

Parent Helpers: Naturally an evening such as this cannot go ahead without parent

volunteers. Please consider assisting on the evening and indicate this on the permission slip on the note or let Mrs McGrath know via the school office. Please ensure that you have completed the Children Protection Course and that it is up to date.

If you require a new note please inform your teacher so they can provide you with one as soon as possible.

2020 PARRAMATTA DIOCESAN TEAM SPORT TRIALS ARE OPEN

ALL 2020 Team Sport Trials are OPEN, however, the Summer Sports of BASKETBALL & TENNIS registrations closed, for these sports only, on Monday 11th November as these trials will be held in November 2019.

All other sports trials will be held in Term One & Two in 2020.

Any Primary students enrolled in Year 5 and 6 in 2020 are invited to participate in the Parramatta Diocesan Team SportTrials.

It is important to note that these trials are generally for those children who display an above-average ability and/or have representative experience in their chosen sport. While teams are open in age it is strongly recommended

that only children of a representative standard in Years 5 & 6 in 2020 be invited to attend.

Parramatta Diocesan trials will be held in the following sports: AFL, Basketball, Cricket, Hockey, Football, Hockey, Netball, Rugby League (11yrs & Opens), Rugby Union, Softball, Tennis & Touch football. The sports of Diving & Golf will be held at the MacKillop level.

To be eligible for selection for these trials an Online Team Registration Form must be completed that can be accessed below.

This online form is an EXPRESSION OF INTEREST for the 2020 Parramatta Diocesan Primary Sport Team trials. Parents may complete this form to attend a selection trial. One form is to be completed per child, per individual sport. Each sport has its own criteria, therefore, it is imperative that the correct form is completed.

Please note that your online registration is an EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY and MUST be approved by the

child's school. In order for the child to attend the nominated trial or event, this may come down to the discretion of

the school as to who is selected to attend the trial. In some sports, only 2 students per school can be nominated. All

fields and especially “Representative Experience” MUST be completed. Under no circumstances will a child be

eligible to trial if the Online Registration Form has not been completed and approved by the school by the closing

date.

https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSc3fh0o86xGlVN3tK…/viewform

Melissa McGrath PE Teacher & Sports Coordinator

UPCOMING SPORTING EVENTS - 2020

5/2/20 Twilight Swimming Carnival

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Police Visit in Kindergarten

Kindergarten have been learning about the people in our community who help us. One of those being

a Police officer. On Thursday the 21st of November Senior Constable Pritchard from Penrith Police

Station came to visit Kindergarten to talk about his job as a police officer. The students were engaged asking meaningful questions, inquired about the different uniforms they wear and explored the features of a police car. They were very excited to try on these uniforms as well!

The students had a great time learning about the day to day job of a police officer and

understanding that police are safe people within the community.

We thank Senior Constable Pritchard for his time.

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TERM 4 CALENDAR

Oz Fashions Uniform Shop

* Online ordering system via the QKR app.

* Delivery to school every Wednesday. Orders must be placed by 4pm

Tuesday for delivery on Wednesday.

* No refunds. Exchanges accepted on merchandise returned in original

condition.

* Sample sizes available in the school office, to try on for sizing, every

Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30am-8:55am and 3:05pm-3:30pm.

Please email all exchanges to elle@ozfashions.com.au.

All inquiries please contact Elle elle@ozfashions.com.au or 0421 216 414.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

SATURDAY/

SUNDAY

Week 7

25th

•Student Banking

26th 27th

•Open Classroom

8:25am-9:00am

•End of Year Mass

& Parent Helper

Morning Tea

28th

•PRG Meeting

3:30pm

29th

•Kinder Gymnastics

•PRG Zooper

Dooper Day

30th/1st December

Week 8

2nd

•Student Banking

•Year 5 History

Excursion

3rd

4th

•Corpus Christi

Christmas Concert

6:30pm

•Reports to go

home

5th

6th

•Kinder Gymnastics

•PRG Zooper

Dooper Day

•Final Awards

Assembly 1:30pm

7th/8th

Week 9

9th

•Student Banking

10th

•Farewell Teacher

Assembly and Guard

of Honor

11th

•Final delivery for

Uniform Orders

•Yr 6 Farewell Mass

& Graduation

6:00pm

12th

13th

•Kinder Gymnastics

•PRG Zooper

Dooper Day

•Yr 4 Excursion

Echo Point

14th/15th

Week 10

16th

•Student Banking

•Year 6 Fun Day

Motiv8

17th

•Yr 3-6 Gymnastics

•Students meet the

Teacher for 2020

18th

•Last day for all

(K-6) students for

2019

19th

20th

21st/22nd

TERM 1 2020

Week 1

27th January

•Australia Day

Public Holiday

28th

•Staff Development

Day - Teacher’s

conducting MAI

29th

•Staff Development

Day - Teacher’s

conducting MAI

•First Uniform Order

delivery for 2020

30th

•Years 1-6 return

31st

•Kindergarten begin

school

NOTES DISTRIBUTED

• Year 1 History Box

• Year 4 Revised Excursion Note