Dear Parents and Carers

Religious Education News

Last Friday, Sts Peter and Paul joined with Holy Trinity, at Curtin, for the Fest of the Transfiguration, the feast day of the parish to which our school belongs. It was an excellent day. Students from our school joined with students from a twinned class from Curtin, before enjoying a special lunch and then celebrating Mass together. It was a day that celebrated the unity we have within the parish (see below for photos). Yesterday, the school held a liturgy in the hall, celebrating the feast day of St Mary Mackillop, Australia’s first saint, and a woman of extraordinary gifts and fortitude. Students from the Charity and Social Justice team, in Year 6, along with members of staff, led the school beautifully in a reflection on Mary Mackillop. Next week, we celebrate the feast of the Assumption, with a parish Mass taking place in the hall at Sts Peter and Paul, on Tuesday at 12.00. All parents are welcome to attend our Mass. My thanks to Veronica Hall who has coordinated all of these events so well, for our school community.

Year 1W puppet display

Next week, starting on Tuesday morning at 8.15am, our Assistant Principal Anna Williams will be leading the parent sessions on creative and fun ways that Maths concepts can be explored and made known to parents. These fully booked out sessions include the use of ‘concrete materials’ to explore Maths concepts. The sessions are for registered parents of students in Grades 3 – 6. Assisting Anna are Sarah Walsh and Sarah Kennelly. My thanks to Anna for her excellent work in coordinating the mornings, and to Sarah and Sarah for volunteering their time to be part of this project.

Working Bee

Last Sunday, parents in the school community met together on Sunday morning for a Working Bee, to help to beautify our school environment. Parents worked very hard in weeding, trimming, collecting rubbish and moving mulch. It was a very successful morning and I am very grateful for all of the support and help. My thanks to Anna Williams and Greg Eagan, for coordinatijng the day and the work, and to our two parents who acted as the ‘Forepeople’ on the day: Lisa Dogan and William Frost.

Science Week

Next week is Science Week, a week that celebrates all things science. Our week culminates on Friday week, with a dress-up day, which sees children comes dressed as scientists and engaging in science activities, specifically designed to celebrate science and the understandings it provides for our world.

Have a wonderful week with your families.

Best wishes

Cameron Johns

Principal

First Eucharist

We continue to pray for the students preparing to receive the Sacrament of First Eucharist. The Presentation Masses will be held on 26 August at 6:00pm and 27 August at 9:30am, Holy Trinity Church, Curtin.

If your child has not brought home their activity book, please let me know veronica.hall@cg.catholic.edu.edu. Thank you.

On Tuesday 15 August, Fr John Woods will lead our parish in prayer, celebrating the Assumption of Mary. The Assumption commemorates the belief that when Mary died, both her soul and body were taken to Heaven, to be with her Son, Jesus. All members of the community are warmly welcome to celebrate mass with us in our school hall, commencing at 12 noon.

Feast of the Transfiguration - Friday 4 August 

We had a wonderful day celebrating the Feast of the Transfiguration with our parish school Holy Trinity and Fr John Woods. The students participated in a range of activities, such as a scavenger hunt, art, reading and sport. Following buddy activities, students enjoyed a lunch and juice provided by Holy Trinity. We then all went to the church to celebrate mass. The singing was prayerful and moving. A big thank you to staff and students at both Holy Trinity and Sts Peter and Paul for their support of the day.

Sunday Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33, 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A

Command me to come to you over the water.

Gospel Reflection by Dianne Bergant

Although divine power is manifested in dramatic ways, it is also present in what is unassuming. Traces of God can be seen in the delicacy of a violet, in a cool summer breeze, in the blush of innocence, in the fiery eyes of justice. Every one of us lives in the midst of God, breathes the breath of God’s life, and is constantly touched by the exquisite artistry of God’s creativity. Life itself is a mountain experience of God.

As wonderful as life may be, it can also be very frightening at times. There are misunderstandings and rancour, jealousy and vindictiveness, greed and a hunger for power. Our personal lives can come unravelled and we can feel that we are genuinely ‘at sea’. Every human being is tossed about by the exigencies of life. It is at times like these that we need faith in Jesus. Even though we do not recognise him, he is there in the midst of our chaos. Having the power of God, he is the definitive champion of all chaos, and so he is able to allay our fears and calm the sea.

A true experience of God, whether it be within the ordinariness of life or one of life’s tribulations, is both transformative and effusive. It is a reality that cannot be contained; it must be proclaimed. Disciples must be ready to do what they can in order that the good news of God’s revelation be made known to others.

Blessings for the week ahead,

Veronica Hall

Religious Education Coordinator

Commencing on the first Monday of September and running through with some breaks until a little after Easter 2024, we will conduct an RCIA journey.  The RCIA is a journey for those seeking to come into the Church or for those looking to complete their sacramental initiation, having been baptised Catholic or in another Christian tradition.  There is an Inquiry phase when folk share what they value and what has drawn them to the RCIA.  This is followed by the Catechumenate where there is a consideration of life experience in the light of the Scriptures and Church teaching and practice. During Lent there is time of personal renewal in preparation for Reception into the Church at Easter.  This is followed by a time of consideration of how one might live out the faith received in this time and place.  Further, the RCIA journey requires a group of parishioners to journey with those inquiring about our Catholic faith. If you or someone you know is interested or would like to be a part of a diverse RCIA Parish Team of parishioners to accompany the candidates, please contact the Parish Office or Fr John. Please pray for this initiative and consider whether you might be more personally involved.  Perhaps this could be source of renewal for you?

Father's Day Celebrations

SAVE THE DATE!

 To celebrate Father's Day this year we will be holding a Father's Day breakfast

 FRIDAY 1^st SEPTEMBER 

7:45am - 9am in the school grounds

This will be followed by a Father's Day stall for the students - further details to follow!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

to those students who are celebrating their birthday this week

Alexander B

Claudia K

Eliana B

Marcus J

Aaleyah H

If anyone has IKEA measurimg tapes that they don't want, can you please send them in to Mrs Marsham?

Thank you

Sts Peter & Paul School will be celebrating our ‘Annual Science Day’ on Friday 18th August, 2023.

In class groups, students will participate in a variety of engaging science activities. Keeping with tradition, the Year 6 students will lead the experiments with teacher support and supervision. Students from all grades are invited to dress up as their favourite Scientist for the day. 

The National Science Week theme for this year is ‘Innovation: Powering Future Industries.’

Activities include: 

• Rocket Balloons, Twirly Birds, Air Cannons, and Plastic Bag Parachutes.

IMPORTANT: In preparation for Science Day, we need your help, please send in recycled materials for the activities we will be conducting. If you have any of these materials that you were going to throw out anyway, could you please send them to school with your child. 

The list of materials that we will need to make our annual Science Day a success: plastic shopping bags, cardboard cylinders/rolls. 

For ideas and activities to try at home, please see Questacon’s activity page https://www.questacon.edu.au/learn-and-play .

We look forward to an exciting day of Science! Keep an eye on our Facebook page and newsletter for photos and student reflections. 

Science Week Coordinator 

Paul Jenkins 

Library Lessons for Term 3 & 4 have changed! Please remember Library Bags!  

SNSL are running a Competition

Share a story about how school libraries or staff have had a positive impact on your life.

As part of the Australian School Libraries Day celebration, you have the chance to win one of eight $100 gift vouchers for your nominated school library.

To win, tell us in 100 words or less why you love your school library and the how the staff in the library have helped you. https://studentsneedschoollibraries.org.au/asld/competition/

Entries will close at 11:59pm on Australian School Libraries Day (Wed Aug 23rd), and winners will be announced on Thursday August 24th.

Book Week is Coming in Week 6! 

The most exciting time of the Year in the Library is almost here! We love celebrating Book Week at Sts Peter and Paul Primary and know many families are preparing their Book Week costumes. Remember, it is a dress up parade of students’ favourite characters from books. It is wonderful if students can bring the book that their character is from. Our parade will be at 9am on Tuesday 22nd August (Week 6) and we warmly welcome parents and carers to join us to watch the parade. 

After the parade, students will participate in a range of art and craft activities based on the Zart Art Book Week ideas. 

Please see the CBCA website for more information on the shortlisted books https://cbca.org.au/

Mrs Raccosta has organised a FANTASTIC Book Week Themed Special Canteen Menu on Friday in Week 6!! This was incredibly popular last year!  

Please contact amanda.basedow@cg.catholic.edu.au if you have any questions regarding the Library or borrowing.

Keep reading! Mrs Basedow

It was a quiet week last week apart from cooking on Thursday.

Year 4 learnt about dairy and followed the process from cow to plate! 

They made feta and spinach muffins to learn more. They were delicious.

There was no garden club as the school was celebrating with Holy Trinity. 

For more information or if you have a question, please email katherine.birch@cg.catholic.edu.au

The Garden Club

THE CANTEEN IS CASHLESS FOR ALL LUNCH ORDERS

 Families are required to place ALL lunch orders via Qkr! before 8.45am

 Please purchase over-the-counter sale items (snacks & treats) for your child in a lunch order,

or

Purchase a “daily counter sales voucher” via Qkr! for your child to go to the canteen to purchase (snacks & treats) at lunchtime.

CANTEEN VOLUNTEER ROSTER

Thank you helpers; your assistance is very much appreciated

Please contact me if you are unable to help out on your day. 

 ARE YOU ABLE TO HELP OUT IN TERM 3?

If you have any spare time and would like to help in the canteen, PLEASE feel free to contact me through email at lauretta.raccosta@cg.catholic.edu.au

or click on the link below to slot a time in.

https://stpandp.schoolzineplus.com/CanteenTerm3

All volunteers must have a WWVP card.

Qkr! TIP

 Is your child sick and not going to school, and you have placed a lunch order on Qkr!?

 You have till 8.45am that morning to cancel the lunch order - instructions on how to cancel lunch orders are below.

Thank you to all the students who participated in today’s Special Lunch Day! 

 Mrs R was so happy seeing all the children and staff enjoying Sushi for our special lunch day.

Thank you Jane, Tara, Baby Gus, Dimity, & Alia for your help today.

You made the day run a lot smoother and what fun we had. Your help was very much appreciated!

OPEN TUESDAY MORNINGS

8.30 – 9.30AM

 The Uniform Shop is a service for the parents and children.  

We sell New & Quality Second-hand school clothing, and all money raised goes back to the school to provide resources for the children.

The School Uniform is available via Qkr!
Tuesdays - Fridays, orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom. Orders need to be placed before 8.45 am. 

The Uniform shop is stocked up with second hand uniform, please visit on a Tuesday morning to purchase second hand uniform.

The uniform shop is limited with space, so if you wish to donate pre-loved items, PLEASE ONLY DONATE CLOTHES

that are washed and in perfect resalable order.

Thank you 

Please visit the schools website for the Uniform price list.

Lauretta Raccosta

Uniform Shop

Lauretta.raccosta@cg.catholic.edu.au