St Paul's Newsletter: Thursday, 28 April 2022
2022 St Paul's Newsletter - Term 2, Week 1
From the Principal
Dear Families,
Last Monday was ANZAC Day. Lest we forget.
Anzac Day is one of Australia’s most important national commemorative occasions. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War.
When is Anzac Day? Anzac Day falls on the 25 of April each year. 25 of April was officially named Anzac Day in 1916.
What does 'ANZAC' stand for? 'ANZAC' stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. On 25 April 1915, Australian and New Zealand soldiers formed part of the allied expedition that set out to capture the Gallipoli peninsula. These became known as Anzacs and the pride they took in that name continues to this day.
Why is this day special to Australians? On the morning of 25 April 1915, the Anzacs set out to capture the Gallipoli peninsula in order to open the Dardanelles to the allied navies. The objective was to capture Constantinople (now Istanbul in Turkey), the capital of the Ottoman Empire, and an ally of Germany. The Anzacs landed on Gallipoli and met fierce resistance from the Ottoman Turkish defenders. Their plan to knock Turkey out of the war quickly became a stalemate, and the campaign dragged on for eight months.
At the end of 1915, the allied forces were evacuated. Both sides suffered heavy casualties and endured great hardships. Over 8,000 Australian soldiers were killed. News of the landing on Gallipoli and the events that followed had a profound impact on Australians at home. 25 April soon became the day on which Australians remember the sacrifice of those who had died in the war. The Anzacs were courageous and although the Gallipoli campaign failed in its military objectives, the Australian and New Zealand actions during the campaign left us all a powerful legacy.
Source: http://www.army.gov.au/Ourhistory/Traditions/Anzac-Day
Prayer Gathering: Monday 2 May
This Monday at 2:10pm we will hold our first Prayer Gathering Assembly for Term 2. The Prayer will be lead by our Year 1/2KR students in our Church. Parents are welcome to join us.
School Photos: Monday 9 May
School photos will be taken on Monday, 9 May. Please ensure that your child is dressed in their school winter uniform. Headbands or bows may only be worn in school colours. Black leather school shoes are expected, as per our policy.
A personalised flyer with instructions on how to place your orders online was sent home yesterday with your child. If you would like sibling photos taken, these also need to be ordered online with the cut off time being 8am on the morning of school photo day.
In the past, students that were absent from school on the day have been brought in just for their school photo. In the climate of a pandemic, this will no longer be permitted. Thanks for your understanding.
Working Bee
The next Working Bee is a Twilight Working Bee scheduled for Thursday, 5 May, from 3:15pm to 5:15pm. This Working Bee was originally planned for 31 March but we needed to postpone. Those families that volunteered for this Working Bee via Operoo have been sent an email with the details. Thank you to the families that have volunteered for this Working Bee.
Parents and Friends Committee
I am absolutely THRILLED to announce the full re-establishment of our Parents and Friends Committee (P&F). A huge thank you to:
- President - Tamara Willett (Toby - Yr 3)
- Vice President - Shared Role: Tasha Selby (Camryn - Year 1, Archer - Year 2), Jodie Brown (Gabi - Year 4)
- Secretary - Carla Rademaker (Henry & Jasmine - Year 2, Maeve - Year 5)
- School Advisory Council Representative - Sally Zylinski (Lola - Year 4)
- General Committee Members - Kerry Grogan (Ryden - Year 2, Maddy - Year 6), Tameka Groen (Caleb - Year 6), Kim Dunstan (Ivy - Prep, Stella - Year 5)
We are very grateful to this team as they have been able to establish the P&F throughout the first term of this year after the challenges of the pandemic. Any parents that would like to attend P&F Meetings are always welcome to come along.
FRIDAY 6 MAY
Our P&F wish to invite you to the MOTHER'S DAY BREAKFAST AND MOTHER'S DAY STALL - Friday 6 May:
Mum's and Special Person's (step mum, grandmothers, significant people) are invited to Mother's Day Breakfast on the morning of Friday 6 May.
Bacon and Egg Rolls will be served from 8:00am, all orders must be placed via CDF Pay no later than 10:00pm Monday 2 May.
- A Bacon and Egg roll is complimentary for Mums and Special Persons (ordered via CDF Pay)
- Students/younger siblings can order a bacon and egg roll for $4.50 (via CDF Pay)
- Tea and (instant) coffee will be available
We will also host a Mother's Day Stall on the day where students can buy gifts for Mum! Our P&F set up a Mother's Day Stall and the students are escorted in class groups to visit the stall. We begin with senior students who collect their younger siblings on the way so we don't double up on the same gift. Gifts range from $1 - $10. Children can bring cash into school on Friday 6 May.
In summary - Mother's Day Breakfast and Stall, Friday 6 May:
- Breakfast is served from 8:00am
- Mothers and Special Persons receive a complimentary breakfast, but STILL MUST ORDER via CDF Pay
- Students can order breakfast for $4.50 per roll via CDFPay
- Classrooms will open at 8:10am for visitors - you are welcome to wander through your child's classroom and say hello to the teachers during this time.
- Event concludes at 8:45am
- Mother's Day Stall - gifts range from $1 - $10. Each child can purchase 2 gifts.
District Athletics
Yesterday the St Paul's District Athletics team, made up of Years 4, 5 & 6 students, competed
in the Mountain District Athletics Carnival. The day was held at the Knox Athletics Track. My
thanks to the staff, particularly Emma-lee Curwoood, who ensured the children were ready for all their events. I would also like to acknowledge the good behaviour of our children on the day, and the spirit in which they encouraged one another and cooperated with all staff and parents.
District Aths in Action
School Musical Committee: WONDER IN ALICELAND
Our 2022 School Musical - "Wonder in Aliceland" - will be held on Thursday, September 1 at Burrinja Cultural Centre, Upwey.
2022 School Musical Committee... We are seeking volunteers...
Irene Haritos is now preparing for our 2022 School Musical, but we need your help! We need a committee of volunteers that can attend meetings, assist with organisation, sourcing resources, props, costumes and help set up for the show!
If you are interested in being a part of our School Musical Committee please CLICK HERE.
Yours sincerely,
Michael Watt
Congratulations Georgia!
Georgia raced on Sunday 17 April in the Powercor Little Athletics Victoria Girls 100m handicap at the Stawell Gift.
She started her heat with a handicap of 25.5m and placed 5th with a time of 13.285 seconds.
It was such a close race as you will see in the video. We are really proud of her efforts!!
Flying Stars!
On the holidays, Pearl, Austin and Orlando played at Half-time at the Carlton v Port Adelaide game at the MCG. See below for a photo of them in their outfits! Pearl was also invited to participate in the Auskick 2022 Publicity Season Launch.
Congratulations!!
School Car Park Procedure
With regard to safety within the school, you may be aware that our school basketball court/car park lines are in the process of being re-done. Please note the following:
- Children, regardless of age, must always be accompanied by an adult when walking through the car park to the school or vice versa (In other words, hold the hands of young children. Older children should never be more than 1m away from an adult.)
- Children and adults should always use the designated pathways - please do not stand and talk on the asphalt basketball court before or after school when it is used for parking
- Please stay with your car if you stop in the drop off zone (under the basketball rings - quick drop off only)
- At the conclusion of the school day, when children have been collected from their classroom, they should never be allowed to go to their vehicle unaccompanied by an adult, regardless of their age.
These regulations exist to ensure the safety of all children and adults within the car park area.
Over the holidays we have made some changes to our school car park. These changes are indicated by painting blue lines for our car park bays, directional lines and crossing spaces. A new car park map is provided below - please note the traffic flow requirements carefully. In summary, the following changes have been made to our asphalt area:
- Car park bays at the centre and edges of the court are painted in blue
- Crossing/walking paths have been painted to indicate safe walking areas (note: some of these paths are being finished off in the coming days/weeks, weather dependent)
- There is now NO REVERSE PARKING at the bottom of our asphalt area - this has been removed in the best interest of safety.
Lunch Clubs are BACK!
Our lunchtime clubs are back up and running. They are held in the library/open learning space 1:30-2pm, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
From the School Office
It is time to check your child's Operoo Profile
As we begin another school term it is important to ensure all our records are up to date for students and Parents/Guardians.
- Have any of your family or contact details changed?
- Have there been any changes to your child's medical profile?
To ensure we are able to provide accurate and prompt care for your child, please ensure that you have logged into Operoo to review and update your child's Operoo profile, carefully checking that all information held about your child and emergency contact details are up to date.
Uniform Shop
Ross Haywood Sports - Update:
St Paul's Online Uniform Shop
https://www.rhsports.com.au/product/school_wear/st_pauls_monbulk_ps
For in-store purchases RH Sports are located at 12/100 New St, Ringwood (subject to any COVID restrictions in force at the time).
The store is now a CASHLESS STORE, EFTPOS transactions will be the only acceptable method of purchase. Recent changes to improve the health and safety of staff and customers include perspex screens at the registers and the supply of hand sanitiser. We ask that customers please apply this on entry to the store.
Online ordering continues as normal with all delivery options available including contactless pick up. Please phone the store on 9870 1377 if you have any further queries.
Secondhand Uniform Shop
Our secondhand uniform shop is managed by Carla Rademaker with items being purchased by gold coin donation. Payments can be made via CDF Pay. If you are looking for items of secondhand uniform please feel free to text Carla on 0409 866 901 with your wish list. Items will usually be sent home via class tubs or collected from the school office by arrangement.
The secondhand uniform shop welcomes donations of St Paul's current school uniform items which are still in good condition. We do not accept the old St Paul's round neck jumpers, yellow shirts or non-St Paul's items. If you have any current uniform items you no longer need please feel free to leave your donations at the school office.
OSHClub
Out of School Hours Care: OSH Club
Enrolments, Bookings and Enquiries
Parents will need to enrol with OSHClub. Please visit https://www.oshclub.com.au/ and click on "REGISTER". You will need to enrol with the Monbulk Primary School service.
Community Notices
Transition Information
Catholic Education Guide 2022
To assist your decision making in relation to your child's education for 2023 and beyond, please find below a link to the 136 page 2022 edition of the Catholic Education Guide.
CLICK HERE: https://victoriaschoolguides.starcommunity.com.au/catholic-education/
