News from Around the School

Farewell to Mr Michael

Once again we wish Mr Michael all the best as he begins his Principalship at St George Preca. We hope you hit a six!

Thank you for the four years of leadership at Queen of Peace!

From the Queen of Peace Community

Hello Mr Sims!

Hello Mr Sims!

On Tuesday we got to meet Mr Sims, our new Principal. He will commence at Queen of Peace in Term 3. Our school captains asked him a few 'Get-to-Know-You' questions.

Here are some facts -

Mr Sims is a Geelong supporter! GO CATS!

Mr Sims enjoys listening to podcasts, music, riding bikes and swimming in freezing cold water!

Mr Sims prefers Vegemite over Nutella!

Mrs Sims was lucky enough to travel to Japan this year!

We can't wait to see you and test you on all our names Mr Sims!

"Flight" in STEM Specialist

This term, students in Year 5 & 6 have learnt about all things ‘flight’ in STEM specialist sessions. They built model aeroplanes out of balsa wood that they flew in the last week of the term. Children will modify their aeroplanes next term after making observations and recording results.

-Cameron Menadue, Technology & STEM Leader

Sports News from Mr Stephen

It has been a busy but exciting Term 3 in Sport and PE for our Year 3-6's. Last week we had the Year 5 and 6's compete in the Winter District Interschool Sport Competition in soccer, football, softball, netball and volleyball. Well done to all students who participated.

Congratulations to the mixed/boys netball team who have made it through to Divisionals as well as the AFL Team. They will both compete in the first week back in Term 3. We also have the mixed/boys hockey team who will play in the second week back along with our four teams in the Senior Hoop Time Competition. We wish them all the best.

Well done to Mason Pearce who ran in the Regional Cross Country event in Brimbank Park on 19 June. Mason ran in the 9-10 year old race and ran 2 kilometres. There was quite a bit of rain so conditions were tough but we want to congratulate him on his effort!

-Jack Stephen, Sports Teacher

Thank you from the QoP Library

A huge thank you to these families who have donated some fabulous books to our library. Our students will really benefit from your kind generosity!!

Rajkovic Family (Hugo 2B and Freya PA)

Neuhauser Family (Marcel 2C)

Vella Family (Zayne 3C)

-Rosa Favata, Library Teacher

NCCD on School Students with Disability

Here is some information for parents around how the NCCD works and what support is available to families. The attachments below are also in Vietnamese, Arabic and Filipino.

Messages from P&F

You asked for it, and we are super pleased to announce ticket sales to our QoP Trivia Night to be held on Saturday 19 August. Booking form must be complete and paid in full to secure your spot to the adults only Social Event of Term 3! Keep an eye on the school socials for ticket availability updates, raffle/auction Items and sponsorship details. Any question, please reach out via pandf@qopaltonameadows.catholic.edu.au

A link for the booking form can be found on Seesaw.

The 2023 P&F Ladies' Social Night was held at Altona Sports Club. A total of 67 tickets were sold. A wonderful evening to create new friendships, nurturing existing ones, an abundance of food and drinks, and even a Nutbush tribute to Tina Turner. Congratulations to the following ladies who took home one of the amazing door prizes on offer;

Revive Physio Voucher: Chantel Meehan
KX Pilates voucher and hamper: Annamaria Schembri
Nimmi Hair and Beauty Voucher: Rachel Brown
Infrared on Roseberry Voucher: Luise Ockardt
On the Dark Side Voucher: Salina Mai
F45 Training Voucher and Heart Rate Monitor: Allie Loos
The Domestic Beauty Gift Pack: Agatha Rybicki
JMC Soy Candles Gift Pack: Karina Campbell
Handmade Card Gift Box: Rebecca Pravednikov
Prosecco and Glasses: Erin O’Connor & Alexis Buckley

On Friday 9 June the Cheer Toastie Truck visited QoP again. Around 400 toasties were made for students and staff. Many thanks to our awesome volunteers for generously assisting us prepare, cook and distribute in such a short time frame.

Come along and join in the QoP P&F Term 3 meeting on Monday 24 July from 7pm in the school staff room (enter via school office). It’s a great way to stay informed on what’s going on around the school. There’s a Principal, President, Treasurer and Fundraising update at each meeting along with any general business that may arise. We value everyone’s input, so please come on down, or join in via Google meet, accessed here through the QoP Community Calendar . The position for Secretary is still open, if you are interested, please come along to the meeting or reach out via email to pandf@qopaltonameadows.catholic.edu.au

QoP Adults Only Trivia Night Saturday 19 August. Doors open from 6:45 pm for a 7:30pm start. Limited tickets available. Cost is $15 per person, $100 per table of 8. Booking form to be printed and returned to the office with cash to secure your spot. Here is the booking form to complete:

BYO drinks and snacks, cash/EFTPOS for purchase or raffle tickets and Silent Auction items. Keep an eye on socials and newsletters for further updates.

QOP School Disco Further information to be provided

Don't Forget...

Parents, you are able to view the school's google Community Calendar of events. Please ensure you check in regularly to keep up to date with school happenings. Refer to the final section of this newsletter 'Calendar & Events' for further information and the link. The QoP Community Calendar can also be accessed via the school website.