Around The Primary

Dear Parents

It was lovely to see some parents and grandparents joining us at Mass this morning.  Special thanks to Ms O’Connor and the Year 5G students for preparing the readings and prayers and to Fr Rodrigo for his spiritual guidance.

Even though it has been so cold, many students have braved the elements and participated in Cross-Country training on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. A big thank you to Mr Williams for training the students and to all the students for their dedication to coming to training each week. Special thanks to the staff and parents who have assisted with these fun and energetic training sessions.

We recognise that whilst email is a wonderful way to communicate, it is not always the most effective. The best way to have a discussion is to meet face to face or via a phone conversation. Teachers can be emailed to book a mutually convenient meeting time. When contacting teachers via email, please keep the emails brief. Teachers are in class during the day and also do a playground duty each day so please do not expect an immediate response. If it is an urgent matter please phone the school office.

It has been great to see parents wearing their badges around the College – thank you! Just a reminder, all parents and visitors also need to ‘sign-in’ using the iPads located in the front office or in the Early Companions Centre when volunteering around the College.

Kind regards, 

Antoinette De Pinto

Head of Primary

Newsflash

Congratulations to Lisa and Paul Ferraro on the safe arrival of their beautiful daughter, Aurelia Anna Ferraro born on Monday 17 June.

Dates to Remember

Sports News

Year 5 and 6 Interschool Sport

The Year 5 and 6’s had their final matches before the Year 6 Winter Carnival next Thursday.  They took on Carmel School in netball, soccer and AFL whilst the hockey team had an exciting floorball tournament. 

Cross Country

A reminder that there is no cross country training next Thursday 27 June due to the Winter Carnival.  Otherwise meet outside the gym each Tuesday and Thursday morning at 7:30 rain, hail or shine!

Steve Williams 

steve.williams@cewa.edu.au

0477 970 099

Mini beasts Mania

On Wednesday Year One students came up close with some spineless wonders. They were able to hold and observe some magnificent mini beasts. The students were so amazed by them and there was lots of giggling and gasps as they gently touched them. Our parent helpers were brave too and encouraged the students to have closer look even if it was a little scary at times.

Marvellous Mathematicians

Last term some Year 5 and 6 students took part in a Problem-Solving Mathematics competition that runs Australia wide. The students were faced with tricky real-world problems which challenged their mathematical knowledge and understanding. The students have received their certificates from their class teachers this week.  Congratulations to all our marvellous mathematicians!

Certificate of High Distinction

Certificates of Distinction

Certificates of Credit

Certificates of Participation

Family Zone for Free

All families are encouraged to make use of the Family Zone Accounts which we are offering to John XXIII College families for free, as part of our College contract negotiations until 2020.

By setting up a private Family Zone account, you can apply age-appropriate parental controls on every device your child has access to, in any location. To find out more visit https://www.familyzone.com/johnxxiii-wa

Sacramental Certificates

As your children celebrate receiving the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation, please email copies of these certificates to nancy.petsos@cewa.edu.au for College records.

Can you help?

The Catholic LifeLink Agency, ‘The Shop Front’ provides meals for those in need who call in and has shower facilities for those who are homeless.

We are collecting travel size shampoo, conditioner, body wash, soap, as well as, tooth brushes, toothpaste and combs/brushes. Many of these items are often provided by hotels and are a suitable size for distribution by the volunteers at The Shop Front. Donations can be placed in the basket in the front office.

As The Shop Front is a special place of hospitality and sharing they would also greatly appreciate any donations of blankets or sleeping bags (new or pre-loved).