Sacred Heart Primary School is committed to child safety.
We believe all children have the right to feel safe and to be safe.
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Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians
Sacred Heart acknowledges the traditional custodians
of the land on which this school is built.
We commit ourselves to working in partnership with
Aboriginal people for reconciliation and justice.
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Dear Families,
We are back - well nearly all back. The junior school has filled our corridors with chatter and laughter - and we all look forward to our middle and senior students returning over the next couple of weeks. Thank you to everyone for your continued support and understanding with a staggered return to school.
Unfortunately we have had to cancel our school camps and excursions for this term however we hope with further lifting of restrictions later in the term will allow us to engage in different local and school activities as a whole school community.
As communicated last term we are currently undergoing a Strategic Planning process, to define and set the goals and priorities for the next five years and the strategies by which this will be achieved. I would be very grateful ( if you have not already!) to complete the parent survey.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MJPF9TG
Your voice supports us in building an objective, comprehensive picture of who we serve, what you want, what you value, and informing the direction of the school. All answers are anonymous and all information is kept completely confidential. Thank you in advance.
Take Care Everyone
Arn
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Catholic Identity News
Sacraments
Disappointingly we will be unable to hold the Confirmation Eucharist ceremony this Friday. At this stage I am unable to set a new date however we are very keen for the students to make their sacraments this year. This possibly means it will not be our usual ceremony but take another format. The situation is also similar for our Reconciliation candidates.
We appreciate your understanding with this situation. We will keep you informed as the situation changes. Please keep all the candidates and their families in your prayers.
Christian Meditation
We began our day with whole school Christian meditation this morning. It was a wonderful way to begin our day and the children were amazing in the way they slipped back into the routine.
Sacred Heart Parish Mass
Father Steve has added an extra mass to the weekend. Numbers are capped at 20 so it is very important that you book in by contacting Rikarla at the presbytery PH 57443030 or via email shchurchyarra@bigpond.com
Saturday - 6.30pm
Sunday - 8.00am
Sunday - 9.00am
Sunday - 10.00am
Bookings are essential for these Masses.
Have a great week everyone and take care of yourselves and your families,
Meegan McInness
Mmcinness001@shyarrawonga.catholic.edu.au
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Regional Victoria Back to School Plan
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Onsite Learning Booking Form Grades 3 & 4 and 5 & 6
This form needs to be completed by 2pm this Friday (8th October).
All enquiries regarding booking your child/ren in for onsite attendance after this time must be made by email to: school.information@shyarrawonga.catholic.edu.au
if outside office hours or by phoning the
front office on 57443339 during office hours.
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Odd Socks Day
Friday 8 October 2021
What is Odd Socks Day?
Odd Socks Day is a fun day that raises awareness for
Mental Illness.
Reducing the stigma of mental ill-health and
raising awareness of this serious issue,
while having some fun,
is what Odd Socks Day is all about!
We want to see everyone openly discuss mental ill-health issues, just as you would with a physical injury or any other health issue.
We invite our students both onsite and those learning remotely, to join with our staff and wear ODD SOCKS THIS FRIDAY.
Pull on your Odd Socks
and STOMP OUT
the stigma of Mental Illness.
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YMCA After School Care News from
Jo, Chelsea and Kellie
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We are looking forward to term 4, spring and warmer weather.
We will be having picnics, and take some of our indoor experiences outside.
We will be adding more nature based activities/resources to the program
The children voted on the activities they wanted to do this term.
They include: Cooking weekly, science weekly, National/international day once a week, Learning about artists and their styles, learning new card games, working with the Yarrawonga Men’s Shed again, having a weekly student award and making different types of play dough and slime.
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The Achievement program at health.vic.org.au
We really care about health and well being at our service and have signed up to work through the Achievement Program. The Achievement Program is a free Victorian Government initiative that helps services create healthier environments that benefit children, educators, staff and families. The program looks at different health areas, including Healthy Eating and Oral Health; Physical Activity and Movement; Mental Health and Well being
The first area we will work on is SUN PROTECTION
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Amira making Flat bread for afternoon tea.
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Paddy creating with melt beads, using pattern, colour and math
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End of term science: Rocks, gemstones and crystals.
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Hot Dog day was a big favorite with everyone, and they want it again too!
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We were sad to say goodbye to our friend Jayde, but we gave her a big farewell party, with all the games and activities she wanted. Charlotte made her a
awesome cake.
Jayde has become our Pen pal.
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YMCA Summer 21/22 Vacation Care Program Expressions of Interest
The YMCA are seeking
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
for a Vacation Care Program Summer 21/22.
It is proposed the program would run on December 20, 21 22 and 23
between the end of Term 4 and up to but NOT including
Friday 24th, being Christmas Eve.
The program would then resume from Tuesday January 4th through to Friday 28th January
(excluding the Australia Day holiday on January 26th).
Hours of operation would be 8am - 6pm daily.
Cost per day before rebate would be approximately $86
There would be no additional charge for incursions and excursions.
BYO Morning tea and lunch, YMCA will provide afternoon tea.
This program would include a wide selection of cooking, creative arts, sports, role play, big, small and solitary play stations/activities.
With a focus on learning through play: while building social/emotional skills, fairness, teamwork,
cooperation and leadership.
Above all else: having fun with your friends and making new friends.
Please ONLY complete the form provided by Friday 8th Oct.
IF YOU THINK YOU MAY USE THIS SERVICE.
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LOST PROPERTY ITEMS AVAILABLE TO COLLECT FROM THE FRONT OFFICE;
CAP
GREEN FITBIT
SHPS JACKET
CONTAINER OF FOOTY CARDS
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Be the Best Version of You!
This is our whole school PBIS focus for Term 4.
On our first day back the Preps were able to capture what this means to them beautifully. The Preps - Year 2s also enjoyed catching up with their friends and they all enjoyed a Zooper Dooper on their return. We all look forward to seeing the Year 3-6s joining us next week where they too will get a zooper dooper and enjoy seeing each other again!
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MINDFULNESS
This term we are encouraging ALL our students to start journaling from Prep - Year 6. Each student and teacher will be given a personal book to journal in either daily or weekly.
Journaling evokes mindfulness. It presents an opportunity for emotional release and helps the brain regulate emotions. Self-regulation is a skill that children need to be taught and practiced. The trick is not to avoid hard situations. Instead, we can all support our kids through tough situations. Allowing time for our students to journal will be an opportunity for them to develop a greater sense of confidence and self-identity. It also gives students time to organise their thoughts and prepare responses, which may give them the extra confidence they need to participate in classroom discussions. Journaling is also a way for teachers to learn more about their students and how they are feeling.
Alternative Play - is to kick off again this term.
We have a number of activities on offer at lunchtimes ie Rough & Tumble, Chess, Library, Lego, Mindfulness Colouring and gardening or singing. If your child is unsure when things are on please encourage your child to ask their teacher if they can join in. The more the merrier!
Hat’s are Compulsory for Term 4.
We are a Sunsmart School. We encourage ALL children to have a school wide brim hat by the end of this week. Please make sure they are clearly labelled with your child’s name. We encourage parents to pop sunscreen on their child prior to coming to school each day. Remember - No hat, no play, no fun today!
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Kids with Cancer Footy Colours Day
NEW, NEW DATE!!!!!
We are not going to let COVID restrictions stop our
Footy Colours Day.
A new, new date has been set!
Friday 5th November.
The excitement will begin after recess with a host of fun activities. Brush up on your sporting skills as there will be a range of events and games to suit everyone.
Sausage Sizzle, Prima & Cupcake available for lunch.
Local Yarrawonga Footballers (restrictions permitting) will be on hand to run Handball and Longest Kick competitions.
THE DAY WILL CONCLUDE WITH
A COLOUR DASH!
Fundraising for Kids with Cancer will consist of the Sausage Sizzle and Colour Dash, however if you would like to make an additional donation, you can do this at the front office.
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AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS ZOOM SESSION
What a great way to celebrate
the last week of Term 3.
Grades 4 & 5 participated in a fun dance session with the girls from The Australian School of Performing Arts,
while Grade 6 girls laughed their way through an Öodie themed Dance Party.
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Last term, the Foundation and Grade 1/2 children were encouraged to enter a music colouring competition for fun during remote learning.
Here are some well deserved winners.
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 Yarrawonga Mulwala Cricket Club
has been lucky enough to be chosen to feature in a Woolworths Big Bash Cricket promotional video.
This means that you may see yourself on TV, on the big screen during breaks in the cricket at any of the cricket grounds around Australia as well as any other places where Woolworths Big Bash Cricket is advertised and promoted.
How cool is that!!
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What we need you to do -
We need you dressed in your Big Bash T-Shirt and hat and come down to Vic Park this Saturday the 9th of October at 9:45am for you to be filmed in the activities that will be set up for you.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and one not to be missed.
Will I still get one of our famous icy-poles I hear you ask when I attend? Yes, you sure will!!
So gather up all of your Big Bash mates and we'll see you down at Vic Park this Saturday morning at 9:45am.
A big thank you to Woolworths for sponsoring this important cricketing program.
Go Lakers,
Al Mitchell
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Moderna & Astrazeneca COVID Vaccinations
Mulwala Pharmacy is offering COVID Vaccinations for our school community to be immunised with the Moderna and Astrazeneca Covid vaccine.
Moderna is available to all adults and children 12 years and over.
The second dose is given 4 weeks after the first.
Astrazeneca is available to all adults 18 years and over.
The second dose is given 6 weeks after the first.
Bookings are available from 9am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday.
For Bookings please call 0357431777
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Moderna COVID Vaccinations
Terry White Chemmart Yarrawonga is offering extended opening hours this Saturday 9th October from 9am to 3pm for our school community families to be immunised with the Moderna MRNA Covid vaccine.
Moderna is available to all adults and children 12 years and over.
The second dose is given four weeks after the first.
Bookings essential, please go to
http://www.terrywhitechemmart.com.au/.../covid-19...
to book or call us on 03 5744 3035
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