Learning and Teaching

LS3 MULTICULTURAL DAY

On Wednesday the 26th of November SFS celebrated Multicultural day to coincide with our Inquiry concept – Diversity.

It was wonderful to learn that here at SFS we have a multitude of cultural backgrounds and collectively speak 37 different languages.

After a whole school assembly where some very confident students performed dances and songs, we gathered in our learning spaces with our families to complete some activities.

Some of the fun included – Japanese Origami making, a Blookit on flags of the world, Just Dance songs of the world and making famous landmarks from around the world using popsticks.

SENIOR SPORTS

The fifth graders are becoming familiar with the following aspects:

Reviewing the safety protocols from session first and second to ensure that the students are well-acquainted with them.
Navigate the proper approach to entering a roundabout, including the necessary actions to take when vehicles are present, ensuring that you remain safe.
Being aware when approaching certain signs, such as Give Way and Stop signs, is essential.

The students will do the above activities in an enjoyable manner, simulating the experience of riding their bicycles on the road while prioritising safety. It is essential for the students to communicate effectively with one another, ensuring that everyone appreciates the experience of cycling. Additionally, this approach will help the students build confidence in their understanding of what to anticipate while riding their bikes.

Lulli Barbakos

Physical Education Teacher

Senior Sports Coordinator

lbarbakos@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au

SOCIAL GLOBAL JUSTICE ACTION TEAM

Dear Parents and Staff,

The Social Global Justice Team in LS2 would like to acknowledge and sincerely thank everyone for their generosity in supporting the Salesian Sisters’ Twilight Market Stall. We began with a small goal to raise $60 to help fund the education of one or two students in Samoa.

A special thank you to Rozeta for supporting our Action Team and for reaching out to Sr Rochell and Sr Lavalea in Samoa. Thank you also to my colleague, Grace, and to my Social Global Action Team whose dedication helped us exceed our goal and raise an incredible $241.75 at our Market Stall. This outstanding amount continued to grow each week.

We would also like to thank Giuliana and her Mini Vinnies Action Team, who came together to support this meaningful cause, along with all the staff at SFS who opened their hearts (and wallets!) to help students in Samoa continue their education.

As a result of our whole-school effort, we were blessed to welcome the Sisters from Samoa to our school on Friday the 21st, where they accepted a cheque for $630.00. We were honoured with a beautiful Samoan dance performed by the Sisters, who travelled all the way from Samoa to express their gratitude to our school, staff, and community.

Thank you, Rita Faafetai tele lava!

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

WHOLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS

COME & PLAY AFL FREE AFTERSCHOOL GIRLS CLINIC

It’s not too late to register your daughters!! AFL is running a FREE afterschool clinic next Wednesday December 1st from 3.20-4.20pm. It will be held on the grassed area between the two playgrounds. Parents are most welcome to attend and join in the fun!

If you child is attending Kharisma Kids after, we can organise for them to get there. Girls attending may wear their sports uniform to school next Wednesday and will need to bring their hat and water bottle.

Further information has been provided via nForma but please note, acknowledging the notification DOES NOT register your daughter.

For your daughter to participate you must enrol them via the AFL portal. Below is the link you can use or you can just scan the QR code on the flyer.

Registration link: https://www.playhq.com/afl/register/499544

JUNIOR PROGRAMS

We have once again been lucky enough to receive a Sporting Schools Grant funded by the Australian Government. As a result, our Junior students will be involved in gymnastics clinics run by Luke who is the Director and Head Coach for Melbourne Tumbling Academy.

Details of the dates for the clinics are:

Monday December 1st

Monday December 8th

Friday December 12th

Monday December 15th

Parents please ensure your child is wearing their sports uniform on the above dates. For your child’s safety please note that students are not to wear any jewellery which includes watches, necklaces, bracelets etc. Only stud earrings are to be worn and hair longer than shoulder length will need to be tied up. Students will be participating barefooted and staff will organise this. Please ensure that you have acknowledged the notification on nForma.

Any queries please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Giuliana

Extra-Curricular Coordinator

gfaiola@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au

CALLING OUT FOR DONATIONS

The Lynbrook Community Centre is looking for donations of

GOOD QUALITY SECOND HAND TOWELS.

This will assist those in the community who come to the Centre for showers.

If you have any good quality second hand towels please send them to school and give them to Claire or Amy in LS2 by the end of Week 9.

Thanks so much for your support.