Newsletter Term 2 Week 3 (12.5.23)

From the Principal

Dear Parents

We were thrilled that so many came along for our Prayer and Assembly this morning to celebrate our mothers for Mothers Day on Sunday. Kindergarten delighted everyone with their Mum hearts and their song tribute to their mothers. We hope you all enjoyed a cuppa from the coffee van this morning and the yummy goodies. A little treat from the school to you! The perfect weather made for a beautiful morning too!

Many thanks to those who have completed the Tell Them From Me survey. If you haven’t already done so, please complete the survey today before it is closed off. It is important that we get a good sense of what people are thinking. The more responses the more representative the views of the community.

We have quite a few applications in already for Kindergarten next year. We will begin interviews later this term and early next term. If you have a child who is due to start school next year and you haven’t yet completed an application, we encourage you to do so sooner rather than later. Also if you know of anyone else considering St Anthony’s for their child’s education please encourage them to complete an enrolment application also.

If your child rides a bike to school, please remind them of the rules for this. They must wear helmets and they must walk their bikes inside the school/church grounds. Failure to do this will mean they may be banned from riding their bikes to school.

If you have a couple of hours free on Friday mornings, perhaps you might consider helping with the canteen. We really are in need of more helpers on all days but on Fridays in particular. Our volunteers have been very stretched and are struggling to keep up with the demand. We don’t wish to wear them out so they feel it is too much so please consider giving your assistance. We love those who already volunteer and don’t want to lose them.

Next Friday those students in Year 6 who have a leadership position are invited to a special Leadership Day at Twin Towns. More information will be supplied for those concerned.

Sunday 21^st May is an opportunity for families to join the wider parish community at Mass at 9.00am in the church. School staff will be in attendance on this occasion. It is also a commitment Mass for students preparing for First Communion, however it is a chance for us all to worship together.

We have been advised that a child in Cabarita was recently accosted by a stranger. Parents please remind your children about the Stranger Danger rules: Don’t talk to strangers, Don’t take anything from a stranger and Don’t go with strangers. Please be vigilant around bus stops and ensure you are keeping a look out for your children.

All the Tweed Catholic Schools were due to have a pupil free day on Tuesday 30^th May to facilitate Staff Proclaim. However, as the facilitator for the day is no longer able to attend, this day will not go ahead as was planned by the Catholic Schools Office. So it will be school as usual on 30^th.

As we celebrate Mother’s Day let us be reminded of all those who mother, all those whose love is unconditional and forgiving, full of laughter and understanding, alive with optimism and plans, ready with wise words, life lessons and a warm embrace. We thank God for the integrity and dignity that each possesses as they give of themselves to those they love in a spirit of generosity and patience. Where would the world be without a mother’s love? May God bless all mothers abundantly. Have a wonderful day on Sunday.

Lynne

Safety Issues

Important Dates & School Information

Term 2 2023

Friday, 19th May - Grip Leadership for Yr 6 Leaders

Sunday, 21st May - School/Parish Mass 9:00am Holy Communion Commitment Mass

 Tuesday, 23rd May - DIO Cross Country

May 24th to 26th - School Review

Monday, 5th June - MSP school photo day

Monday, 12th June- Public Holiday - NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, 13th June - St Anthony's Day - MASS at 9am

Wednesday, June 14th  - Verse Speaking at Tweed Heads - Yrs 5, 6 2 and 1

Thursday, June15th - Verse Speaking at Tweed Heads - Yrs 4, 3 and K

Sunday, 18th June - School/Parish Mass 9:00am First Holy Communion Weekend

Tuesday, 20th June - Athletics Carnival

Monday, 26th June - Primary Choirs - Murwillumbah

Thursday, 29th June - Infants Choirs @ Murwillumbah

Thursday, 29th June - last day of Term 2

Friday, 30th June - Staff Retreat  - NO SCHOOL 

Monday, 17th July - NO SCHOOL

TERM DATES 2023 - pupil free days etc to be advised

Term 1: Friday, 27 January to Thursday, 6 April

Term 2: Wednesday, 26 April to Friday, 30 June

Term 3: Tuesday, 18 July to Friday, 22 September

Term 4: Monday, 9 October to Tuesday 19 December

Child Protection Policy can be found on our School Website under Information/School Policies: St Anthony's Primary School Website or in the following link: https://www.kngplism.catholic.edu.au/policies

Parish News

St Anthony's Parish

Parish Priest: Fr Paul McDonald

Finance Manager: Paul Crouch

Parish Secretary: Marty Darragh

Pastoral Assistant: Catherine Holliday

Phone: 0266741368

Email: parkings@bigpond.com

Website: http://stanthonysparishkingslciff.org

WEEKEND MASS TIMES
VIGIL: KINGSCLIFF 5:00pm
SUNDAY:POTTSVILLE 7:30am
KINGSCLIFF 9:00am

WEEKDAY MASS TIMES
TUESDAY: POTTSVILLE 9:15am
WEDNESDAY: KINGSCLIFF 8:00am
THURSDAY: KINGSCLIFF 9:00am
FRIDAY: KINGSCLIFF 8:00am

RECONCILIATION TIMES

SATURDAY: KINGSCLIFF 5:00-5:30pm
SUNDAY: POTTSVILLE 7:00—7:25am

Current Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 9am-3pm

PARISH NEWSLETTER LINK: http://stanthonysparishkingscliff.org/news-events/

Sports Dress and Zooper Dooper for Floyd

Floyd Morley (Year 4) is participating in the World Dwarf Games in Germany for a number of sports. We are so proud of him and wish him all the best. St Anthony’s Parent Forum are coordinating a ‘Wear your favourite sportswear’ dress and Zooper Dooper day to raise money in support of Floyd’s participation and travel.This Tuesday, May 16, all students will be invited to wear free dress and receive a Zooper Dooper for a gold coin donation. Naturally, you are more than welcome to donate more to Floyd if you would like! 

We will send a reminder for this via Compass on Monday afternoon.

Tell Them Me Survey Survey

Today is the last day for parents and caregivers to give feedback for the Tell Them From Me Survey. The survey generates important information about what we are doing well and what we need to work on. 

Here is a link to the survey, which takes approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. 

tellthemfromme.com/sta2023.

First Communion Workshop & Baptism

First Communion Workshop

On Wednesday we had our Family Workshops for students preparing to receive First Holy Communion. It was a great evening for parents and children to explore the meaning of the Sacrament and how we celebrate special events as a family and as the Church.
Families will attend a Commitment Mass on the weekend of the 20th and 21st of May.
Families will soon be notified what Mass to attend for their child’s First Communion.

Baptism

We will soon start preparing a number of students to receive the Sacrament of Baptism, which will initiate and welcome them to the Catholic faith. 
If you would like your child to receive the Sacrament of Baptism and your child has a Catholic, Baptised Parent, please contact Gemma Ballantine gemma.ballantine@lism.catholic.edu.au

Sports News

Polding Winter Trials
On Friday 28th April, 5 St Anthony’s students from Years 5 and 6 travelled to Tamworth to represent the Lismore Diocese in their chosen sports for the 2023 Polding trials. 
Well done to the following students who by all reports, participated at these trials to the best of their abilities and with outstanding sportsmanship:
Alice Little and Dash Campbell (hockey), Derayne Kelly (11’s Rugby League), Kalani Favero Andreo and Billy Handisides (soccer).
Congratulations to Dash, Kalani and Billy who were selected in the Polding team for their respective sports. They will attend the PSSA games later in the Term. 
Good luck to these students. 

Diocesan Cross Country
On Friday 5th May the Diocesan Cross Country was held at Murwillumbah. 
Well done to the 46 St Anthony’s students who took part in the sporting event, all were excellent representatives of our school displaying outstanding effort and sportsmanship.
Some highlights of the day included:
Gemma Rogers of Year 3 came 1st in the 8/9 Years Girls.
Claudia Popov of Year 4 came equal 2nd in the 10 Years Girls
Harper Hutchinson of Year 5 came 3rd in the 11 Years Girls 
Kalani Favero Andreo of Year 5 came 3rd in the 11 Years Boys

Congratulations and good luck to the following students who finished in the top 8 of their age group and will represent the Tweed Zone at the Diocesan Cross Country at the end of the Term: Gemma Rogers, Amelia Popov, Claudia Popov, Harper Hutchinson, Zali Meyer, Eva Richards, Ivy Mison, Kalani Favero Andreo, Harper Gallagher, Kaynan Behs and Brax Alexander. 

Athletics Carnival Update
The St Anthony’s Athletics Carnival will be held on Tuesday 20th June this Term, Week 9. Please read any upcoming newsletters for ongoing updates and information in regards to the carnival. 

1500m Zone Trials -
If your child would like to be considered to attend the Tweed Zone 1500m trials at St Joseph’s College Oval on Thursday 22nd June after school at 3pm, they are required to submit a time through the St Anthony’s email no later than Friday 17th June. This time must be certified by a running coach or Little Athletics coach. The top 2 times for each age group of boys and girls will be invited to attend the trials. 
The age groups are: 
8, 9 and 10 Years (Junior) Boys and Girls
11 Years Boys and Girls
12/13 Years Boys and Girls
Please email certified times to: sapkings@lism.catholic.edu.au

World Dwarf Games

As most of you may already know, our super sports star of Year 4, Floyd Morley, has been selected along with 40 other athletes to travel to Germany in July in the Olympics for little people ‘World Dwarf Games’. He will be competing in athletics, swimming, basketball and soccer. He will be representing Australia in the Junior Team with 8 others. 

This is an amazing achievement for Floyd and the entire school community is looking forward to hopefully hearing about and watching you (online) compete in Germany. 

We are having a ‘Zooper Dooper’ day on Tuesday 16th May where the students will be able to come to school dressed in their favourite sporting team colours. Students/families will also be able to donate towards Floyd’s team and each student who donates will get an ice block on the day. 

If you would like to offer a sponsorship through your business or donate towards helping Floyd and his team get to Germany you can also contact Jade Morley directly on 0401 248 895, every little bit helps. 

Zooper Dooper Mufti Day

DIDJERIBONE

On Monday the students were entertained by an extraordinary performer named Didjeribone. He told the students of many aboriginal traditions as to why places and animals are named. He was very engaging and vibrant with the students and teachers. His musical ability with the Didgeridoo was simply amazing. The students were enthralled by the sounds and constant melodies that he produced.

What a great way to start the week off. The entire school was thoroughly entertained for a full hour.

DOES attendance matter?

Canteen Volunteers needed

Volunteers needed for the canteen especially on Fridays.

If you can help please let the office know.

Support a Champion

We are thrilled that Finn Carroll-Cinque has been selected in the NSW Primary School State Sports Association Swimming team to compete at the National Swimming Championships in August. To assist Finn and his family with the costs entailed in this significant representation please consider pruchasing a raffle ticket for $5 for a chance to win.

1st Prize: Apple iPad Pro

2nd Prize: $500 Rebel Vouchere

3rd Prize: Fitbit Versa 2

4th Prize: JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker

5th Prize: JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker

(Drawn: Monday 19 December)

Tickets available at the front office

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