St Bernadette's Primary School

NEWSLETTER | TERM 2 | WEEK 10 I 21 June 2024

Good afternoon, everyone.

The Year 5 and 6 Interschool Lightning Carnival was held yesterday and was enjoyed by all involved. Students formed either AFL, soccer, netball or volleyball teams and competed against a number of other primary schools in the local area across the day. St Bernadette’s students have much to celebrate and be proud of, not the least being our excellent sportsmanship. As the coaches of the footy team, Mr Hilton and I would like to sincerely thank all our team members for the way they supported each other, gave their very best effort and displayed a terrific attitude from start to finish. Other coaches reported the same from their team members also. Well done kids – a top effort! Many thanks to those parents who came along to cheer us on – your presence is always appreciated

Next Friday the 28th of June, marks the end of a week dedicated to highlighting and celebrating NAIDOC, week, Harmony Week and the importance of diversity, inclusiveness, and respect in our school, our community and society. Children will participate in a wide variety of cultural opportunities, including dressing up in cultural dress or the colour orange recognising Harmony Day, participating in Indonesian Market Day and classroom activities. St Bernadette’s warmly welcomes and celebrates families of all cultures in our school.

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The 30th Rottnest Running Festival, raising money for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, was held last weekend. The good news is that I managed to finish the 42.2km marathon run - the bad news is that I tore my hammy at the end of the 12km mark. Yes, not ideal and definitely not the plan! Old age? Bad luck? Not enough preparation you say? Probably a combination of all three factors contributed to my injury, however, it felt really good to challenge myself and to do something I really enjoy.two Rotto marathons, I’m setting my sights on a Half Ironman in December and half marathon, on flat ground, with no injuries next year!

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While some amazing times and wins were made on run day, for my money, the runner who was the most impressive of all, was a guy called Daryl Howe. Daryl is a 46-year-old running legend, who has competed in well over 20 marathons and three ultra-marathons in cities across the world. A number of these runs have been on Rotto, which is well known for being one of the toughest courses around, with the windy weather conditions and relentless hills. Daryl also happens to have cerebral palsy, and when he was born, his parents were told that their son would never walk.

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Daryl’s incredible determination, self-belief, and mental and physical toughness are pure inspiration, and his story is a really great one for our kids to reflect on for so many different reasons. I believe that his positive attitude and the amazing grit he modelled on the weekend and throughout his life, can’t help but inspire us all to make the most of what we have, to work hard to achieve our goals and to never give up, no matter the setbacks! In a world with so many bad news stories, seeking out the inspiring, uplifting, and heart-warming stories help us as parents, to teach our kids different perspectives, what really matters, and the importance of walking in the shoes of another.

I hope everyone has an awesome weekend, and I look forward to a fun and engaging last week of term.

Geordie

Merit Award Assembly - Friday 28 June

The following students will be receiving an Award at next week's assembly. Family and friends are welcome to attend.

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We have a number of new students who have joined us this week!

Welcome Sophia 0 in Year 1R, Charlie C, Elyse B, Beatrice D in Pre Kindy to our school.

Please make them feel at home as we welcome them to our Bernie's community.

Students have the choice of wearing the colour ORANGE or TRADITIONAL cultural dress. (eg. Scottish/Kilts). This is not free dress, we are embracing diversity and encouraging TRADITIONAL country clothing for those who choose to wear it.

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Call out for Parent Helpers - Friday 2 August

Cross Country is just around the corner and we are looking for parent helpers to ensure the day runs smoothly.

If you are able to help out on the day whether it is as a spotter around the course, helping at the water stations, or just coming in for extra help etc please email the office.

Meal deal order

The canteen will be offering a meal deal on the last day of school, Friday 28 June. Please order this via the Spriggy App, under the events heading.

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A reminder that with over 480 students in our school, we only administer antibiotics to children if the dosage is 4 times a day. Antibiotics that are prescribed 3 times a day should please be given, at home before school, after school and in the evening.

We appreciate your understanding and assistance with this.

Thank you so much to our families who kindly donated items for today's bake sale. We will be having a second sale next Friday so PP - Year 2, please drop all items off at the office next week. Your baked donations would be greatly appreciated!

4 Year Old Immunisations

A quick reminder for all Kindy/PP parents to please send in your child's updated Centrelink Immunisation schedule reflecting their 4 year old needles. We require these to update our records. Thank you!

Rockingham Early Years Services

Rockingham Early Years Services provides local families information related to the early years and children (0-12 years). The Rockingham Early Years Group has developed a poster to outline simple ways you can support your child’s development during the early years and give them the best start in life. Please see below for the ‘Give Your Child the Best Start in Life’ poster.

https://rockingham.wa.gov.au/forms-and-publications/community/family-and-children/give-your-child-the-best-start-in-life

Free Parenting Workshops

Rockingham Early Years Services also offer free parenting workshops throughout the year to help parents, carers and grandparents learn strategies to become the best carer they can be. See the What's on Calendar for details. You can register for any of the workshops by emailing customer@rockingham.wa.gov.au or ph 9528 0333.

The City's libraries also offer Storytime, Better Beginnings and other programs that support early skills development. Below is an outline of some of the services that you may be interested in accessing.

ADHD Workshop

Learn strategies for parenting kids with ADHD, and how to collaborate with your child’s school.

Tuesday 16 July
9.30am-11.30am
Secret Harbour Surf Life Saving Club

Language Development Workshop

Wednesday 7 August
Venue – to be advised

Foodbank Workshops

During this two-hour session you’ll cover a range of healthy eating and nutrition information and then join in with a hands-on cooking. Afterwards, sit and enjoy the meal you’ve created with the new people you have met.