Dear Families of St Columba’s,
Today we celebrated two important aspects of our school; our Patron Saint, St Columba and our heritage, the Mercy Sisters who founded our school 88 years ago.
We are thankful for the heritage of kindness to others that the Sisters of Mercy have brought us. We pray for their strength to continue to be a true expression of faith and responding to the needs of others.
Guided by our Patron Saint, Saint Columba, may we continue to be examples of God’s love, mercy and compassion.
Many thanks to all who contributed to St Columba and Mercy Mission Day to make it a great celebration. All funds raised from today will go to support Mission Australia.
Last week our staff undertook learning on the CEWA Strategic Well-being Framework. During this session we were reminded that the teacher is the biggest contagion of the student’s well-being and the Principal is the biggest contagion for staff well-being. So if we ever felt a little guilty, for taking some time out for ourselves, we can rest assured, we have a duty to do so.
We all lead busy lives and hold multiple responsibilities. In giving so much of ourselves to others, we can reflect on the example of Jesus, who modelled for us the need to take time off. Jesus took time off too.
Jesus had numerous sabbaticals. He went away to be reenergized through prayer, quiet meditation, and to spend personal time with close friends. Jesus, like many of us, was either unable or unwilling to spend large amounts of time away from His responsibilities. So He maintained a wise rhythm in the midst of His busy life. There are many times we read in the Gospels of Jesus taking time.
I hope you find some time in your week to give some time to yourself. In filling our own cup, we are then able to fill the cup of others.
Semester 1 Reports
Semester 1 reports will be available towards the end of Term 2.
Parents will be able to access their child’s report through our Parent SEQTA portal (SEQTA Engage). Those parents who do not have older siblings and who have not previously accessed SEQTA Engage or who are new to the school this year, will receive a ‘Welcome’ email which will give step by step instructions on how to set up your account and login. This email will be sent in the coming week. Please note that this email may end up in your ‘Junk/spam’ folder.
If you have any issues with setting up your Parent Engage account please contact Lisa Slocum on 9208 2701 or lisa.slocum@cewa.edu.au
Administration Entrance / Exit
Please note to exit the Administration Gate on Roberts Road during school hours, parents now need to press the egress button located above and to the left of the handle.
This is an extra measure added to ensure our students remain within the school grounds, unless accompanied by an adult.
Community Baptism
After the wonderful response to our Community Baptism event last term, Father Andrew and Mrs Vinciullo are organising another Community Baptism for the beginning of Term Three. We will hold an Information Night later this term, where you will receive all the paperwork and information you require.
If you are interested in joining us for this event, finding out more information about this event, or would like any information on receiving the Sacraments, please contact the school Religious Education Coordinator, Leesa Vinciullo Leesa.Vinciullo@cewa.edu.au .
In gratitude,
Gina Burns
Principal
P & F News
Our next P&F meeting is Tuesday 13 June at 7.00pm in the library.
Items for the agenda must be submitted by 5.00pm Friday 9 June. Any items after this time will be tabled for the next meeting.
Entertainment Memberships
Online memberships are available again this year. Memberships can be purchased online.
https://www.entertainment.com.au/orderbooks/83589g
Any questions or queries, I can be contacted via email gtarmstrong@iinet.net.au
Tanya Armstrong
President P&F
Library News
Library 2023
Dear Parent, Carers and Students
The library is open every morning before school:
PP – Year 6 : 8:15am – 8:30 am
PreKindy & Kindy : 8:15am – 8:45am
(accompanied by Parent/Carers)
The library is a calming and quiet place, making it the perfect spot for students to have a smooth and calming transitions in the morning.
Students may also like to return and borrow books before school.
Looking forward to seeing you the library.
Reading and activities in the LIBRARY
LUNCHTIMES
Students may also use this time to exchange their library book.
Homework/Library Bag
Just a reminder that students require the school green ‘Homework and Library Bag’ in order to borrow from the Library.
Many students will already have the green school ‘Homework and Library Bag’ from previous years.
‘Homework and Library Bags’ can be purchased from the Uniform Shop at a cost of $12.
Parents please order via the school Uniform Shop.
Rita Cuthbert – Library Officer – Library - the original search engine
Pastoral Care
Happy Birthday to:
To the following students who will be celebrating this coming week:
Celeste Mulherin 1G
Otis Knox 1G
Lily Vernon 2G
Irissa Duong 5G
Jaydyn Duong 5W
Archer Laffrey 5W
William Armstrong 5W
Kai Fermanis 6W
WEEKLY RAFFLE ROSTER
TERM 2
Week 7 – 7 June
Week 8 – 14 June
| Kindy Green | Week 7 – Charlie Halmich Week 8 – Austin Hoek |
| Kindy White | Week 7 – Harley Johnson Week 8 – Kai Loong |
| PP Green | Week 7 – Mxeen Li Week 8 – Scarlett Little |
| PP White | Week 7 – Julia Fantoni Week 8 – Louis Fry |
| Year 1 Green | Week 7 – Samuel Kootje Week 8 – Ivan Masnyk |
| Year 1 White | Week 7 – Oscar Harris Week 8 – Jasper Fry |
| Year 2 Green | Week 7 – Zara Fantoni Week 8 – Maria Mustica |
| Year 2 White | Week 7 – Jenson Kootje Week 8 – Spencer Landis |
| Year 3 Green | Week 7 – Chanella Halmich Week 8 – Stefano Mustica |
| Year 3 White | Week 7 – Mia Fernandez Week 8 – Harry Fry |
| Year 4 Green | Week 7 – Sasha Mazurak Week 8 – Grace Masnyk |
| Year 4 White | Week 7 – Eli Felt Week 8 – Zozie Higgs |
| Year 5 Green | Week 7 – Zoe Juzkiewicz Week 8 – Sebastian Kaless |
| Year 5 White | Week 7 – Lucas Giuffre Week 8 – Blake Kenyon |
| Year 6 Green | Week 7 – Leo Pileggi Week 8 – Milla Robbins |
| Year 6 White | Week 7 – Lila Harris Week 8 – Lindsay Harvey |
Religious Education and Curriculum News
From our Year 6’s:
The Year 6’s are busy learning about Australia’s democratic system of government. In particular, they are focusing on the roles and responsibilities of the three levels of government and how this relates to them.
Community Notices
Columba Runners 2023
Registrations now open!
Calling all returning and new members, even if you can only make one of the sessions a week. Sessions are held at Frank Drago oval 3.15-4.15pm on Mondays and Wednesdays for terms 2 and 3. Our first session will be Wednesday 26th of April.
Cost is $30 per child, parents can join free! Prizes awarded based on total kilometers achieved over both terms, including those brave enough parents! Please complete the online registration.
This club is run by volunteers. Any parents who are able to attend and assist with marking laps and encouraging everyone, we would love to have you. Those attending OSHC are also considered, please chat to the lovely Jess.
If your child is in Yr 2 and below, they must be accompanied by a parent or older sibling. It is the responsibility of the parent/caregiver to ensure the safety of the students between school and Frank Drago.
Classifieds
