Newsletter 7 - 3rd May 2024
Principal's Page
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome back Mr Tunchon
Next week we will welcome back Mr Tunchon, who has been on Leave for the past eight weeks. He had a much deserved break and will return refreshed and rejuvenated ready to tackle what the remainder of Term 2 has to offer. While Mr Tunchon has been away, Miss Emma Bowen has been a part of the Leadership Team, assisting where required, we thank her for her wonderful efforts. We also thank Mrs Karen Davis for stepping in to cover for Miss Bowen in Year 1.
Welcome New Student
Mason W- 4T
First Eucharist Retreat Day (Year 4)
On Thursday our Year 4 students and teachers participated in their First Eucharist Retreat Day at the Bill Hemsley Centre in White Peak. Thank you to Miss Ahearn, Mrs Smith, Mrs Waldock and Mrs Sumner for organising this special day to help our children begin to learn about why baptised Catholics receive Jesus in the form of Holy Communion when they attend Mass.
School Photos
A reminder that school photos will take place next week on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th May. Information from MSP Photography was sent home earlier in the term. Please see the Admin News section for the Photo Schedule.
Recycling Initiative
During Term 1, as a part of our Student Council Meetings, Inès (Head Girl) tabled a proposal to recycle juice boxes in our school. Along with help from Flynn (Head Boy) they researched how many of these items are thrown in the bin. They calculated that as a school we bin approximately 300 per week, that works out to about 12,000 items per year. After presenting their idea at the first Ministry Assembly, catchment crates were placed on each rubbish bin. After only one week, we have completely filled a 240L 'Wheelie Bin'. This is another fantastic example of putting an idea into action, well done to Inès and Flynn and the students of STLPS who are supporting this initiative by placing their juice boxes in the appropriate bins.
Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) - Pre Primary
From May 2024, our school, along with thousands of others across the country, will participate in the Australian Early Development Census (AEDC). The AEDC is a teacher-completed census (similar to a questionnaire) which provides a comprehensive picture of how children have developed by the time they start their first year of full-time school. The AEDC is an Australian Government Initiative and is completed nationally every three years. The data collected through the AEDC is used by schools, communities and governments to better understand children and families’ needs, and identify the services, resources and support they need. AEDC data is reported at a school, community, state/territory and national level. AEDC results for individual children are not reported and the AEDC is not used as an individual diagnostic tool. To find out more about the AEDC and how it is being used to help children and families visit: www.aedc.gov.au.
Don’t Forget:
Our fortnightly newsletter has very important information for our parents. Our school webpage is also regularly updated and has a wealth of information including important dates, school events and notes. Also, you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Ask to join the closed parent facebook page and second-hand uniform page to stay in touch.
- School Webpage – www.stlps.wa.edu.au
- School Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/stlawrenceprimary
- Parent Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1674320395969638
- Second-hand Uniform Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/331820517339822
- School Instagram Page - @stlawrencesprimaryschool
Or download the Schoolzine App - SZAPP (Code 2733) which is your one stop shop for:
- Newsletter
- Absentee Form
- Website
- Seesaw
- School Calendar
- QuickCliq Canteen Ordering
- SEQTA
May the Force of God be with you!
Damien O'Malley
Principal
Religious Education
Fruit of the Spirit Focus - Self Control
It is the active effort we put forth to resist the temptation to go back to the ways of the world around us once we’ve been shown God’s spiritual way of life. It is demonstrating the fruit of the Spirit instead of committing the works of the flesh (Galatians 5:19-23).
Upcoming Events
Eucharist Commitment Masses-Term 2, Week 3: Saturday May 4th 6:00pm or Sunday May 5th 9:00am
Eucharist Retreat Day- Term 2, Week 3: Thursday May 2nd
Sacrament of Eucharist- Term 2, Week 9: Sunday June 16th, 11:00am - UCA
Year Four Reconciliation-Term 2, Week 9: Thursday May 13th, 9:30am
Communio Week – Week Five
Communio is the name given to the Bishop of Geraldton's Appeal to help the needy people in the Diocese of Geraldton. It is conducted annually throughout the Diocese in each school for one week, and is known simply as 'Communio Week'. Money collected through Communio goes to the catholic organisations that support the needy people here in our own Diocese.
Administration News
School Photos
School Photos will be running from Wed 8th- Thurs 9th May. The 2024 School Photo Schedule is listed below.
Pre-Primary and Kindy Carpark Area
As a courtsey to all parents, please only park in the lined bays within the south oval carpark when picking/dropping off students, not on any other markings (such as the zebra crossings). If parking in the Fitzgerald Hall Carpark please wait until after 8:30am as parking is reserved for staff members. You may park in the dirt carpark adjacent if arriving earlier. Thank you for your cooperation.
Student Community News
We're excited to announce a new section of our newsletter and we need your help! While we already celebrate our students' victories within the school and publish them in the newsletter, we recognise that some remarkable achievements happen beyond the school gate. That's where you come in!
Nominate exceptional students or student groups:
If you know of any students who have achieved personal goals withing their community groups - whether it's excelling in local sports, arts or community service - we want to hear about it!
How to nominate:
Please send an email to admin@stlps.wa.edu.au with the following details:
- Student/s name
- Brief description of their accomplishment
- Relevant community group (e.g., local sports team, community service organisation etc.)
- Include a photo if possible
We will also be featuring our St Lawrence's school sporting teams (netball, hockey, Eagle's cup etc.) so stay tuned!
Hockey News:
Last weekend was the first fixture for our STLPS Hockey Teams. We are super excited to have lots of new players this year. A big thank you to our volunteer coaches and team managers, our hockey community would not be possible without you.
These smiling faces show how much fun we have at hockey. We look forward to bringing updates more regularly over the season.
Community Notices
