St Bernadette's Primary School

NEWSLETTER | TERM 2 | WEEK 4 I 10 May 2024

Hi everyone!

It was awesome to see so many mums in one spot at this morning’s Mother’s Day breakfast… Over 350 people came this morning! We hope you enjoyed your burger and coffee and the opportunity to catch up and meet other mums - I know your children were super excited to have you here. For those of you who couldn’t make it, please know we always acknowledge how it isn’t always possible for all mums to come along to these functions, but that we are thinking of you and celebrating you just the same. A very special thankyou to all those staff who helped with the breakfast – with 8 staff members in bed sick, a storm front on the way and a slightly crazy principal sending reminders, as always, you did an excellent job and the service you give to our community (in your own time) is very special indeed.

To all the mothers, grandmothers, and significant women in our school community, we hope you have a really happy Mother’s Day on Sunday and feel very loved and appreciated, as you spend special time with your families. If it is anything like my family, things typically don’t go as planned (think wet weather, a sibling scuffle, or a burnt offering), but somehow the kids and I usually manage to wrestle a meal and/or a cake into submission (while watching the footy and pampering Nicole!)

St Bernadette’s is extremely grateful for all the ways mums in our school make such a difference. Whether helping out with P&F activities, being a parent helper, attending busy bees, communicating with and supporting teachers, attending various functions and meetings, helping other parents in need, being a positive role model in and around our school while caring for all the different needs in your children’s lives - please know that you are very much appreciated and thanked for a job well done.

We hope you can all find a few minutes to put your feet up and know just how important mums are in the life of a family, and the love, kindness, humour, support, encouragement and challenge you give on a daily basis really sets your children up for a happy and healthy life.

On Wednesday evening I met with the School Advisory Council to discuss progress on our Stage 9 Early Learning and Carpark development, the Boundary Fence project and the new Senior Playground project. Thanks again to the parents who represent you on this council - their support, expertise, professionalism, and insights are greatly appreciated and highly valued. Lots to celebrate and look forward to ahead!

Next week our basketball team will be heading off to the interschool comp and our Year 4 students will be going over to the parish hall for their First Holy Communion retreat. Another fun-filled, busy week ahead!

All the best and good luck on Sunday Dads - you can do it!

Enjoy your special day, Mums - you deserve it!

Geordie

Merit Award Assembly - Friday 17 May

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

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Pianist wanted, can you help?

We are looking for a pianist to support our children's school band. This would involve attending band practise for 45 minutes once a week before school and supporting our school band during 2 school masses a term. If you can help or know someone who might be interested, please contact the school office.

Parent/Carer free eSafety Webinars

eSafety's free webinars provide parents and carers with the knowledge, skills and tools to support their children to have safe, positive online experiences. Please see below:

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Please remember to let us know if your child is away from school. It is very important that our records are correct.

Running Club - Monday 13 May 3:10 - 4:00pm

Year 4 Retreat - Wednesday 15 May

Interschool Basketball - Thursday 16 May

Walk Safely to School - Friday 17 May

Year 5R Assembly - Friday 17 May

Kolbe Catholic College is thrilled to present Disney's High School Musical: On Stage! Join us at the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre for two unforgettable performances, where our talented students bring the iconic story of friendship, love, and unforgettable melodies to life!

Date: Tue 30 July 2024 & Wed 31 July 2024

Time: 7:00 pm

Venue: Mandurah Performing Arts Centre

Secure your tickets now and get ready to witness this incredible production that will leave you singing and dancing in the aisles. Click the link below to book your tickets. We can't wait to see you there!

https://www.manpac.com.au/events/high-school-musical/

Registrations are open for the Better Health Program running throughout the term. Better Health Program is supported by the Child and Adolescent Health Service and funded by the Department of Health. It is a free healthy lifestyle program for families of children aged 6-12 years who are above a healthy weight. Our programs are both offered online to offer flexibility to busy families or in person at local venues such as Bounce!

For more information and to register please see below:

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Western Force Clinic

We have an opportunity for your school to take part in in our Junior Force Experience, you will get:

A FREE Junior Force Clinic (This is our FREE one-day introductory program for students in Year 1-12. All sessions are non-contact and focus on skills through games)
You will go in the running to be on field at half time for the Force VS Brumbies game at half time.
The chance to win a $2500 rugby equipment upgrade for your school.

Hurry and sign up BEFORE May 17 for your chance to take the field at a super rugby game! All participating schools get a FREE clinic and are entered to win.

Register here https://wa.rugby/campaigns/junior-force and be a part of shaping future rugby legends.

Applications for the pack close on August 16, Check our terms and conditions for eligibility.