Newsletter 15 - 15 September

Principal's Page

Dear Parents and Guardians, 

Seesaw Issues
It was brought to our attention that a link to an inappropriate image was being shared via the Messages feature. This was a global issue, and it appears specific accounts were compromised by an outside actor.  

We take this incident extremely seriously. We’ve turned OFF messages and content temporarily for all users while we investigate, to prevent further spread of this image from being sent or seen by any Seesaw users. 

Seesaw have advised that the following actions have been taken to rectify the breach:

• We have removed this inappropriate link from any messages that reference it 
• We are resetting the passwords of any users who had their account compromised 
• We have taken measures to prevent additional accounts from being compromised 
• Any user can always reset their password at:  https://app.seesaw.me/#/reset_password 
• Our team continues to monitor and investigate the situation 

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to help@seesaw.me. 

They will continue to provide updates on https://status.seesaw.me/ as they investigate and manage the situation. 

Year 6 Camp
A massive thank you to staff members Donna Kempton, Helen Bonnell, Ciara Ryan, Vanessa Knowles, Karen Burro and parent helpers Maggie Peel, Gerard Williamson, Zac Healey, and Jason Smith who gave up 5 days and the Father's Day weekend to go on school camp last week. From the stories I have heard and the new friendships that have been made, it sounds like they had a wonderful time despite the cold and damp weather. 

Sacrament of Confirmation 
It was a very reverent evening last Thursday when 38 of our Year 6 students were Confirmed by the Holy Spirit. Thank you to  Father Gerard, our Year 6 teachers, and the Leadership Team in preparing the children so well. It was a blessing to have so many family members attend as well as the whole of the St Lawrence's staff for this special occasion. 

All things Athletics 
Last Friday St Lawrence's competed in the Interschool Cross Country and today we competed in the Interschool Athletics Carnival. Please see the Interschool Athletics article below for all results.

Numero Competition  
For the first time, St Lawrence's hosted 2 days of Interschool Numero Competition in our undercover area. Primary schools from the Geraldton region competed for places in the state final. We had 4 teams in the competition. Out of the 18 teams who competed on Monday we placed: 

1st: The Cloak of Divisibility - Noah G, Patterson A, Shaylan S, Bianca B 
3rd: Against the Adds - Finn H, Tessa S, Hunter P, Asta M 
6th: As Tough As They Sum - Josh P, Imogen S, Harper R, Ciaran N 
7th: Radius of the Lost Arc - Thea K, George G, Digby K, Olivia R 

Congratulations to all teams.

Safe Guarding Sunday 
Last Sunday the school oval became a sea of colourful flying kites as the St Lawrence Parish celebrated Safe Guarding Sunday. The colourful sky on the St Lawrence oval was a sight to see. A sausage sizzle and many cups of tea was a great way to help with the celebrations. What a great way to celebrate Safe Guarding Sunday. 

Staffing 2023 
Congratulations to Miss Mikala Thomas who was the successful applicant for a teaching position at St Joseph's Northam. We thank Mikala for her time here at St Lawrence's for the past 2 years and wish her all the best for her future. 

Tomorrow Leadership will be interviewing applicants for teaching positions commencing in 2023. 

Staff Retreat Day 
Friday 23 September will be a Pupil Free Day. All staff will be travelling by bus to Mullewa with Father Gerard and Regional Officer Lisa Gallin for their annual retreat day. The day will comprise of a visit to Mass Rock, a tour of Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church by Father Rob, a tour of the heritage museum, a walk down the Monsignor Hawes Heritage trial and finishing off with a celebration of the Eucharist back at the church.  

Thank you to team who have put this special retreat day together - a great way to finish off the term. 

Self-Reporting Form 
Please continue to use the Self-Reporting Form as required, as well as the WA Health reporting form. These forms can be accessed via the links below: 

https://cewa-collections.powerappsportals.com/COVID-19-Self-Reporting-Form/ 

https://datalibrary-rc.health.wa.gov.au/surveys/?s=WDLLNTW4RDX8AWPH 

Happy Days,

David  Tunchon
Principal 

Religious Education

Fruit of the Spirit
Love: How can I show love to others through my words, deeds and actions?
Peace: How can I show that I am a peaceful person in my dealings with everyone?

Father Gerard Birthday
Happy Birthday to Father Gerard who celebrates his birthday this weekend – thank you for all that you do for our parish and school. Best wishes for your special day. 

End of Term Missions Fundraiser - DATE CHANGE to Wednesday 21st September
Due to the unexpected one-off Public Holiday on Thursday 22nd September, the 'Dress as a Sports Hero Day' has been moved to Wednesday 21st September. All students are invited to come dressed in clothes of their favourite sport for a gold coin donation for Missions fundraising. 

Term Four Missions
Catholic Missions - Crazy Sock Day - Wednesday 26th October (Socktober)
- Wear your crazy socks to school for a gold coin donation 
CentreCare Advent Appeal – Thursday 1st December
- Bring a Christmas Hamper Donation Item & wear Christmas Colours 

Interschool Athletics Update

Interschool Cross Country
Last Friday St Lawrence's competed in the Interschool Cross Country - Chapman Division. A huge congratulations to our team who finished first after a recount of the final scores. There was some great individual results recorded by our students with Amelia and Lincoln winning their individual races.  This is the third year in a row that St Lawrence's have won the carnival. Great effort. 

Interschool Athletics Carnival
Today, down at the Athletics Oval, the Interschool Carnival was held. Thank you to our HPE specialists Mrs Burro and Mr Gaby for training our students so they could perform at their best.

The final results were:

1st. Wandina - 460pts
2nd. St Lawrence's - 320pts
3rd. St Francis - 299pts
4th. Waggrakine - 262pts
5th. Allendale - 184pts
6th. Mt Tarcoola - 82pts

Congratulations to St Lawrence's who took out this year's Handicap Shield.
Other fantastic individual results:

Champion Intermediate Boy - Toby M
Runner Up Intermediate Boy - Chavez T
Runner Up Intermediate Girl - Moochie T

Administration News

Pupil Free Day
A reminder that Friday, 23rd September is a Pupil Free Day.
All staff will be offsite attending a Staff Retreat.

Student Departures
Planning for next year is now underway. If you know that your child will not be returning to St Lawrence's in 2023, please advise the office as soon as possible and complete a departure form. 

Kindy Enrolments 2023
If you have a child who is not currently enrolled in 3YO Kindy, who will be attending Kindergarten next year, please contact Louise in the office as soon as possible on 9968 2000.

Before School 
A reminder that Before School Supervision begins at 8:15am.   
Year 1 & 2 students remain in the Undercover Area  
Year 3 & 4 students are asked to move to outside the Year 3 Rooms  
Year 5 & 6 are asked to move to outside Year 5/6 Rooms 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the following students who will be
celebrating their Birthday soon:

Myla L,  Jack M,  Maureen B,  Caiden M,  Darcy J,  Blakely C,  Makayla T,  Oliver W,  Harrison B,  Mason D,  Riley G,  Connor F,  Ivy R,  Hagan R,  Phebie S,  Sana Mc,  Aria C,  Rory Mc,  Nicholas H,  Reeve O,  Dusty S,  Oliver R & Thea K.

Morning Drop Off - Railway Street
Thank you to our wonderful parents who have been using the double gates on Railway Street when dropping students off. Please be aware that the double gates on the Side Ovmyl;al (Railway Street) will now be opened every morning. Please drop your children here instead of the Bus Bay. 

Community Notices