Mystics and sages of all traditions speak of the inner fire, the divine spark hidden in our very cells and in all that lives. This flame of love is the pure presence of God.

—Paula D’Arcy, “A Surrender to Love,” Oneing, Spring 2017

Hi Everyone,

Thank you to our P&F and to our SAC representatives. Meetings for both took place on Tuesday and it was really heartening to witness the interest and support for the activities taking place at school. It takes a lot of commitment to make a school run well, and we so appreciate that support.

Our Year Four Gang who entertained us all at Friday’s assembly. It was a lot of fun! We thank them and their teachers Alicia and Anthony for such a fabulous start to the assemblies for 2024.

Next Tuesday sees our Year Six Gang travel to the Swan Valley for four days of fun, friendship and adventure! Go well!

Have a great weekend,

Mark

Please remind children how to use toilets properly. We have had some incidents where the toilets have been left in a messy state with toilet paper - and more - not where they should be (in the bowl and flushed away).

We only had a few issues with upset neighbours last year, and we are very mindful of the need not to increase the issues and the angst. On Monday a near neighbour said she asked someone not to park on her driveway. She reports that the person gave her ‘a mouthful of abuse, ignored her and went and collected her children’. We all know that is not on!

This is a ‘No Smoking’ campus. We understand someone was smoking here the other day. If you see it, call it!

From Week 5, Monday 26th February to Friday March 15. The contractors have suggested an earlier timeline is preferable as the surface cures better in warm weather. We will be adjusting the play areas to accomodate this change, for the next 3 weeks.

We appreciate the tremendous support Holy Rosary receives from our parent community, with no shortage of volunteers to help run tuckshop, school events and carnivals as just a sample. If you anticipate volunteering at Holy Rosary this year, please complete the short online form below. The declaration lasts for one year. The requirement is common to all schools.

All School Fee Statements were emailed out to families last week. If you did not receive it, please contact the office or email hrsfinance@cewa.edu.au. A reminder that the Payment Option Form is required to be completed and returned by Friday 1 March.

The new Executive Directive from Catholic Education Western Australia requires schools to alter the Administration of Medication Request Forms for children being administered medication at school.

If your child has any medicine kept at school, please click on the link below and complete the new form.

Please use the form in the link HERE.

Monday 26 February - Friday 15 March

• Basketball Courts Resurfacing

Tuesday 27 February - Friday 1 March

• Year Six Camp

Monday 4 March

• Labour Day Public Holiday

Tuesday 5 March

• Pupil Free Day

Term 1, 2024 - Wednesday 31 January - Thursday 28 March

Term 2, 2024 - Tues 16 April - Friday 28 June

Term 3, 2024 - Wed 17 July - Friday 20 September

Term 4, 2024 - Monday 7 October - Friday 6 December

Konnichiwa! This week we have been visiting Japan. It’s been a fun stop on our trip around the globe in support of our term theme “The World at Your Fingertips.” The library monitors have been demonstrating origami at lunch and it has been great to share Japanese travel experiences with many of our students. Numero is continuing to be a big hit on Fridays at 7.40 with Mr Scutti and Mr D’Aloia. Senior chess and Year Five book club info will be on the board in a couple of weeks.

Mrs Butson

“Everybody, try laughing. Then whatever scares you will go away!” MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO (1988)

The Year Six Christian Service Group is needing help to fill our local Vinnies Pantry. Vinnies are particularly in need of canned fish and meat, coffee, tea, vegemite and jam. Your child can deliver these to the tub in their classroom or the office before Friday 15th March. Thank you so very much for your support!

Mrs Butson

Locavora are supplying our lunches for 2024 - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. They are a well-regarded company. The process is quite straightforward. It is important to note the cut-off times for ordering lunches:

• Cut off time to place a lunch order is 8:30am for same day delivery Monday and Wednesday.
• To place an order after the cut off time on Monday and Wednesday, please call the store on 9481 4500, our store mobile on 0473 779 244.
• Late orders will not be accepted after 9am Monday to Thursday.
• Due to the high volume of orders on Fridays, the cut off time is 7am Friday for same day delivery, we do not accept any late orders on Fridays.

Catering is for lunch only , so you will need to ensure your child has recess packed every day.

Please read the attachment below on how to setup an account to order lunch for your child/children from Locavora.

Dust off your 80s prom frocks and dressy 80s attire for Holy Rosary’s Annual P&F parents night! 👗👠

The band is locked in so it’s time to scrub up on your hand jive, nutbush and moonwalk to tear up the dance floor 80s style 💃🏻🕺🏻

This event is open to Holy Rosary families (past and present).

There’s more details to come so stay tuned! 😎

GUESS WHAT?? Thanks to the Blackman Family/Holy Rosary Dad Kane who is the Good Sammy CEO….

Good Sammy are supporting our 80s prom attendees by offering a 25% discount on 80s prom outfits at their op shops!

This applies to the Balcatta, Osborne Park and Subiaco Good Sammy’s stores only (the 3 stores closest to school).

Just show your prom invitation at the counter and receive 25% off your outfit …and anything else in that transaction! Valid from now until the ball. (Your prom invite is above)

Good Sammy’s core mission is to provide employment and development opportunities for people with disability, which aligns nicely with our school’s inclusive ethos.

Thank you Kane!! Happy outfit shopping and see you at the prom! 💃 🪩 🕺

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Discovery Kids runs the before and after school care at Holy Rosary School.

• Five days a week during term time
• Vacation Care during school holidays.
• Available for children attending Kindy through to Year Six

https://www.discoverykidsoshc.com/

Our Lady of the Rosary Parish

Parish Office - 9446 2055

Father Peter Hoang OP - 0412 445 199

Email: doubleview@perthcatholic.org.au

Holy Rosary School

Email: admin@hrs.wa.edu.au
Website: hrs.wa.edu.au
Location: 35 Williamstown Road, Doubleview WA, Australia
Phone: (08)9203 4500
Facebook: facebook.com/holyrosaryschooldoubleview

• It is suitable for parents of 3-12yo
• Helps parents understand anxiety
• Gives them lots of practical tips to use with their children.
• In Wembley starting on 12 March

A reminder to all Year 4 families who are interested in a John XXIII College secondary education for their child, to please ensure their application form has been submitted by Friday 15 March 2024.

John XXIII College seeks to develop people of competence, conscience and compassion who are committed to seek justice and serve others. Our vision is for all students to strive for excellence for themselves, their peers, and their community.

To find out more visit: www.johnxxiii.edu.au/enrolments

What to Expect

During the Open Day, families will have the opportunity to:

Explore our facilities though guided tours

Meet our dedicated staff

Engage with our talented students

Gain valuable insights into our academic programs and co-curricular activities.

Registration

Families are encouraged to register their attendance as soon as possible, using this link on our website: https://www.mercedes.wa.edu.au/enrolments/open-day/

If you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact our Marketing team on marketing@mercedes.wa.edu.au