Learning and Teaching

LS3 JUNIORS - RE-INQUIRY

The LS3 Juniors have been looking at how living things survive and thrive in RE-Inquiry. We have reflected upon the ‘Parable of the Mustard’ seed and made connections to the caring role of our Father who provides abundance for us and how we care for our world.

This week we decided to take action and care for our environment. 

Here are some of the results!

One of our students found a coin and promptly put it in the Project Compassion box. Our actions helped our school environment and the poor in our community.

Nuri, Rebecca

LS3 Junior Teachers

Catholic Education Week Visual Arts Exhibition 2025

I am very pleased to announce that we have 3 pieces of artwork on display this year at the MACS VISUAL ARTS Exhibition. Congratulations to Layla M and Odin P, two of our grade 6 students in 2024, who have their “Selfie” portraits on display. 

We also have our “In The Light Of Christ” Cross on display made by the SFS Senior Students in grade 3-6 last year.

The exhibition is free entry and opens to the public for viewing this Sunday 16th March and has open hours every day through until Saturday 22nd March. It is a wonderful celebration of Visual Art made by primary and secondary school students selected from Catholic Schools throughput Victoria. I hope you can go into the Catholic Leadership Centre to see the exhibition. 

Details below

Catholic Education Week Visual Arts Exhibition 2025

Sunday 16 March – Saturday 22 March 2025

Exhibition Time

• Sunday 16 March, 11 am–4 pm
• Monday 17 – Thursday 20 March, 10 am–4 pm
• Friday 21 March, 12 pm–7 pm
• Saturday 22 March, 11 am–4 pm

Venue

Catholic Leadership Centre (Celtic Hall) at 576 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne

Katherine Slater

Visual Arts Teacher

kslater@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au

SENIOR SPORT

GRADE 3/4 SPORT

The students consistently demonstrate excellent listening skills and a strong motivation during their sports rotations. Their enthusiasm has positively impacted both their peers and us as coaches.  The students get to experience what is expected of them when representing their school in Interschool Sport.

GRADE 5/6 SPORT

The Grade 5/6 students demonstrated attentive listening during their recent training session in anticipation of their first Interschool Sport competition. The teachers provided active support to enhance the students' development in their sport and addressed any questions they had. Wishing them the best of luck in their first Interschool Competition against Kilberry Valley Primary School on Friday 21st of March, which is an away game.

 The schools we are playing, dates and locations for these events are as follows:

• Friday March 21st, Kilberry Primary School - Away Game.
• Friday March 28th, Lynbrook Primary School - Away Game.
• Friday May 2nd, Lyndhurst Primary School - Home Game.
• Friday May 16th, Rivergum Primary School - Home Game.
• Friday May 23rd, St Kevins Primary School - Home Game.
• Friday June 6th, Coral Park Primary School - Away Game.

• Tuesday June  17th, Winter Lightning Premiership

Venues for each sport are as follows for Lightning Premiership:

• Soccer - Livingston Reserve
• AFL 9’s - Livingston Reserve
• Netball - Casey Stadium
• Volleystars - Casey Stadium
• Teeball - Casey Fields- Oval 3 (behind the Athletics Track)

For away matches and the Lightning Premiership students will travel to and from the venue via chartered bus with staff members attending.

BIKE EDUCATION

The students are gaining confidence when riding their bikes and the road rules around Lynbrook bike pathways.  They are also gaining an understanding of what to anticipate while riding, recognizing the significance of safety.  It is crucial for the students to attentively follow instructions to ensure that everyone can enjoy the experience.  

Bike education serves as a means to instil in the students the importance of prioritizing safety above else. Furthermore, engaging in regular activities is crucial, as it contributes to the enhancement of fitness, health and overall well- being. I will like also like to thank the following parents in assisting with the sessions, Bruntha (Hayani and Dakshan’s mum) and Dulan (Akindu’s dad).

Lulli Barbakos

Physical Education Teacher

lbarbakos@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 

SENIOR SPORTS

DIVISIONAL SWIMMING

So proud of our Divisional Swimming Team who competed on Tuesday. For most it was their first time representing the school and Hampton Park District. They did their best and are to be commended for their determination and perseverance. Well done Evangeline, Sarah, Andre and Matthew.

 JUNIOR SPORTS

SPORTING SCHOOLS CLINICS

Juniors continued their Athletic Clinics. This week they learnt about track events: running and relays.

The dates and times for the program are listed below so parents can ensure their child is wearing their sports uniform and brings their hat and water bottle. We thank DS Sports for providing our coaches.

WHOLE SCHOOL SPORTING EVENTS

COME & PLAY GIRLS AFL CLINIC

What a great time the girls had, who attended the AFL clinic Wednesday after school. They learnt how to catch, pass and kick. We would like to thank Tyler for providing this opportunity for our girls. Mel was also there from the Lyndhurst Club providing parents with details of the various programs available to the girls. If you are interested, please refer to the flyers in the Community section of the newsletter.

SFS CROSS COUNTRY

On the last day of term, which will be Friday April 4th, the whole school will be involved in our traditional Cross Country which will be held at school. We will be looking for the winning House as well as the winners for each level in the Juniors and age group in the Seniors. We will also be identifying the Senior students who will qualify to attend District Cross Country in Term 2. 

Further details have been provided through Operoo. Parents please acknowledge on Operoo and if you are able to assist please indicate this on the Operoo form. A reminder that to assist, you must have a current Working with Children Check that has been registered at the office.

Giuliana

Extra-Curricular Coordinator

gfaiola@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au