St Elizabeth's News

Good afternoon parents and caregivers,

It’s hard to believe that we have reached the halfway point of a very long and busy term! I would like to sincerely thank those parents who have taken the time to go through with their children the new School Expectations and Behaviour Support Matrix that was in last in the newsletter last week. Your support is very much appreciated.

Wednesday was National Simultaneous Storytime, which is held annually by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Every year a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and illustrator, is read simultaneously in libraries, schools, pre-schools, childcare centres, family homes, bookshops and many other places around the country. Now in its 24th successful year, it is a colourful, vibrant, fun event that aims to promote the value of reading and literacy. This year 'Bowerbird Blues' by Aura Parker was the chosen picture book, which has inspired imagination, courage and confidence in readers as well as a love, curiosity and passion for nature. Thank you to Mrs Burgess for leading this wonderful event!

The Year Four students enjoyed a wonderful excursion to the Fremantle Prison on Thursday. The excursion links directly with the History learning area and is a great opportunity for students to learn all the interesting facts and stories associated with Fremantle. The students enjoyed a wonderful morning at the Fremantle Prison on Thursday and returned with lots of interesting facts and stories. A big thank you to Mrs Celinski, Mrs Fitzgerald and Mrs Williams for organising such a fabulous experience.

Finally, May is Cystic Fibrosis awareness month, and today we took part in 65 Roses Day, a fundraising event for Cystic Fibrosis WA, as well as raising awareness of the condition in our community. As many of you are aware, one of our Pre-Primary students Beau has CF, and this year we have helped his family raise money for CFWA by donating towards Beau’s Garden either via online donations or buying a rose. To raise money for such a wonderful organisation, who assist a number of children and their families, reinforces the importance of living out the values of St Elizabeth. Beau, we hope your garden is in full bloom!

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend.

God Bless

Rebecca Clarke

Principal

One of our bold goals from our Strategic Direction Plan that we have been focussing on is ensuring we are a calm, orderly and engaging place to teach and learn. This week, after reviewing the Student Code of Conduct, we introduced to the students from Kindergarten to Year Six, the first two steps towards achieving our bold goal. Firstly, a set of School Expectations that are visible across all areas of the school. These are simple expectations based on the value of RESPECT. The second part is introducing a Behaviour Support Matrix that clearly outlines the consequences of unacceptable behaviour at school. Below are copies of the visuals that are displayed in each classroom and learning area.

Our next assembly will be at 8:45am on Thursday, 30 May (Year 3)

Week 7

Monday, 27 May

6:00pm P&F Meeting & 7:00pm SAC Meeting

Thursday, 30 May

Year 3 Assembly (URStrong Launch)

Friday 31 May

Year 5 Excursion (The Perth Mint)

Week 8

Monday 3 June

School Closed - Public Holiday

Tuesday 4 June

School Closed - Staff Development Day

Saturday 8 June

P & F Quiz Night - Book your spot now!

Congratulations to our Year 6 students who participated in the Sacrament of Confirmation last weekend! This important milestone marks a significant step in your faith journey, and we are incredibly proud of your commitment and dedication.

We hope this experience strengthens your relationship with God and encourages you to continue growing in your faith. Thank you to everyone who supported these students, including their families, Mrs Bowman and Mr Rebeiro, Fr Peter and the parish community. Your guidance and encouragement have been very much appreciated.

Well done, Year 6! May the Holy Spirit continue to guide and inspire you always.

We have a LARGE collection of lost property! if you are missing items from jumpers to hair bows, please come and look in the box outside the school office and a small reminder to please label all items!

Thank you

The Premier's Reading Challenge runs from the 6th of May to 6th of September. You need to try to read as many books as you can in this time.

It's a competition right across the state and there's some great prizes - including a Nintendo Switch.

So, everyone get on board with the Premier's Reading Challenge for 2024, Get to your books and read away!

Bookmark reading records will be coming home in library bags for children in PP to Year 6 to record all your books read through the challenge!

Use the QR code below or head to https://www.premiersreadingchallenge.wa.edu.au/ for more information.

Thank you, Mrs Burgess

Assemble your team and join us for a night of Good Times!

Saturday 8th June at the Wanneroo Sports & Social Club

Doors Open 6.30pm for a 7pm start

BYO Nibblies / Snack

Full bar service at Club Prices

Bring your coins for Raffles, Silent Auctions & Games on the night! EFTPOS will also be available.

Tables of 8 for $160.00 or $20 per person

Quiz Night Donations

Are you able to make a donation to our Quiz Night for a raffle prize or silent auction?

Please reach out to the P & F on pandfstelizabeths@gmail.com

We would love your assistance to make the night a HUGE success!

Better Health Program focuses on healthy eating, physical activity, sleep and screen time for children in their primary years. Children receive free resources and families are support by a dietician/nutritionist each week. Resources are designed by our Better Health Company qualified health professionals, and include recipe books, water bottles, sports equipment and more!

This year the Year 6 students are raising money through the Containers for Change initiative to donate to LifeLink. If you and your family have spare cans or bottles that you would like to contribute to our school collection, please scan this barcode when you are returning your containers, every container counts!

Term 1: Wednesday 31 January - Thursday 28 March

Term 2: Monday 15 April - Friday 28 June

Term 3: Monday, 15 July - Friday, 20 September

Term 4: Tuesday 8 October - Friday 6 December

Tuesday, 5 March

Tuesday, 4 June
Monday 15 July

Tuesday, 16 July (note date change)
Monday 26 August
Monday 7 October

Please note, these dates are subject to change. Parents will be notified well in advance.

Email: admin@stecps.wa.edu.au
Website: www.stelizabethhocking.wa.edu.au
Location: 30 Ranworth Road, Hocking WA 6065, Australia
Phone: (08) 9303 7600
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