OLR News Term 1 Week 4 2024!
Principal's Update
Dear Parents and Carers,
It's been a busy week here at the school, with a significant milestone reached - our first concrete pour took place on Wednesday as part of our building expansion project. It's exciting to see progress being made as we work towards creating a better learning environment for our students.
I am incredibly proud of our children for their responsible behaviour during this time. They have been cautious and diligent in following all safety protocols to ensure the well-being of themselves and others.
I also wanted to inform you that I will be on leave for the entirety of next week. During this time, Maree Sawyer will be Acting Principal for the week so please don't hesitate to contact her.
As we head into the weekend, I want to wish everyone a good week ahead.
Warm regards,
Yvette Owens
Principal
Important Reminder
2025 Kindergarten Sibling Enrolment EOI
If you have a child due to start Kindergarten in 2025, can you please complete the attached expression of interest form.
We have a very high number of siblings due to start in 2025 . To secure a spot for your child, it is crucial to indicate your interest promptly. With limited spaces available we do not want any existing families to miss out on a spot so please let us know as soon as possible.
Please note this is not an enrolment application, these documents will still need to be completed.
K2025 Sibling Enrolment EOI Form
Parent Engagement Update
It is lovely to see all the children coming into school in the mornings and our kindy students settling into school routines. If you are new to the school and looking to meet new parents and find out about ways to help around the school or find out more about our Catholic faith and Sacraments, please reach out to me by either contacting the school directly or emailing me at colleen.smith1@dbb.catholic.edu.au
Our Lady of the Rosary Parish - Family Mass
Thank you to all the families who attended our recent Family Mass at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, on Saturday 10 February at 5 pm. It was lovely to see you all and see the children participate in the Mass. We hope you enjoyed our hospitality after Mass and join us again for our next Family Mass.
Our next Family Mass will be on Saturday 9 March at 5pm. All families and their friends are welcome to attend. At this Mass, we will be blessing the children who are currently preparing for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and ask our parishioners to pray for them. Once again, we will have refreshments in the hall after Mass. Please RSVP using the following link for catering purposes let us know if you would like to participate in the Liturgy or help with catering.
RSVP link. https://forms.office.com/r/giedD6mrKB
Sacramental Programme
Please direct all inquiries regarding the Parish Sacramental Programme to the Parish Office by phoning 4332 2216 or emailing admin@ourladyoftherosary.org.au or you can speak to me directly, I will be only too happy to help you to discuss and explain ways for your child to complete their sacraments.
A reminder to parents of children in Year 3 that if your child is not Baptised Catholic, they will be unable to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation later this year. If you would like more information about Baptism for your child either contact the Parish Office or speak with me directly. Also if you have any date clashes with the advertised dates please speak to be by the end of term 2 so that I can best advise you on how you child can still receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation starts on Tuesday 27 February for children in year 4 and above. Registrations closed on Thursday 22 February if you missed this date to enrol your child for this Sacrament you will need to contact the Parish Office to make an appointment.
Junior Altar Server Training
We invite your child to embark on a rewarding and enriching journey by becoming a Junior Altar Server in our parish. This is an opportunity to actively contribute to our worship community, fostering spiritual growth and forming lasting friendships.
As a Junior Altar Server, you'll play a vital role in our liturgical celebrations, learning the sacred rituals and traditions that make our parish unique. This experience not only deepens your understanding of the Mass but also allows you to develop leadership skills, responsibility, and a strong sense of belonging.
We welcome you to embrace this chance to contribute to the spiritual life of our parish. Your enthusiasm and dedication will undoubtedly enrich our worship experience, and we look forward to welcoming you into the cherished tradition of altar service.
If your child is interested in becoming an Altar Server and is in year 4 or above, the parish will be running training sessions over 4 Saturdays commencing on Saturday 2 March through to and including 23 March. Sessions will start at 4pm and then the children will practice what they learn at the 5pm Vigil Mass. Training will be by our Seminarian, Rosan Mathew. Please direct all inquiries to the Parish Office to the attention of Rosan Mathew email: rosan.mathew@bbcatholic.org.au
Take the first step toward a meaningful and fulfilling journey – become a Junior Altar Server!
Catechists Wanted
Hey there! If you're feeling a bit lost now that your child has started school, or if you're a tertiary student studying childcare or learning support and looking for more classroom experience, I might have the perfect opportunity for you. Have you ever considered becoming a catechist? It's a wonderful way to learn more about the Catholic faith and to share your knowledge with young Catholic students attending one of the four government schools in our Parish.
These kids might not have had the opportunity to hear about Jesus before, but you can change that and make a real difference in their lives. This is a truly fulfilling and rewarding ministry, where you get to see the impact of your work firsthand, drawing young Catholics closer to Christ. It could be a life-changing experience for them (and for you too!).
Don't worry, you won't be alone - we'll provide you with all the support you need, and all curriculum materials are supplied. You'll just need to get a Working With Child Check number and complete the required training (which is actually quite fulfilling in itself).
If you're interested, just shoot us an email at leanne@ourladyoftherosary.org.au or give us a call at the parish office on 4332 2216. We'd love to hear from you!
Emerging Minds Newsletter
Emerging Minds Families is here to help your family through life’s more challenging times.
In this month’s newsletter, you’ll find information on:
- bullying and child mental health
- understanding your child’s experience of anxiety
- talking to your child about your mental illness
- how to find the right health professional
- why connection and belonging are important
- 16 tips to support your child’s recovery after a flood
- what a school counsellor does; and
- where to follow us on social media for our latest podcast episodes, news, and information.
Lenten Program for Adults
The Diocese has prepared a Lenten Reflection booklet for adults which is available to download and print from the website or you can obtain a printed copy of it from the church. You may have elderly family members who may also like to access this resource. Please use this link and feel free to share it with family and friends.
https://issuu.com/bbcatholic/docs/lenten_book_2024
PCN News
SAVE THE DATE: PCN Meeting #1 2024! Wednesday 6th March!
We warmly invite all parents and carers to join us for our first PCN meeting for the year.
Last year was a wonderful year for the PCN with many events thorughout the year and lots of new and old faces dedicating there time to our school community.
The meeting will be held at school (also option to zoom) on Wednesday 6th March at 6pm.
We hope many of you are able to join us as we discuss and plan for the year ahead.
PCN Suggestion Box
Our Parent Community Network group has placed a locked suggestion box in the office foyer. The box is locked and private so input can either be anonymous or you can include your name and contact details if you would like to be contacted.
Messages placed in the suggestion box will be confidential and will be triaged by our Parent Engagement Coordinator, Colleen Smith who will direct the suggestion to the appropriate person/group eg, Principal, Teacher, PCN matter, Counsellor, etc.
We welcome children to have input into this box if they have any suggestions or concerns.
We look forward to hearing from parents and students to contribute ideas to our community.
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