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As previously noted, again I extend my sincere thanks to the many parents, carers, grandparents and students who have offered prayers and get well messages for my wife Melanie. Melanie continues to recover very well following a serious bout of pneumonia and 2 heart surgeries. We both appreciate the support and are very grateful for the care extended during the last 3 months.
As we move quickly towards the end of the school year I call to your attention the many events planned to take place between now and December 18 (last day for students). The details are included in this newsletter. A number of the events including, the Colour Run, School Disco and Christmas Family Celebration require some additional helpers. If you are able to offer your time at any of these events please contact the school office or see one of the members of the P&F who will have information available in the playground before and after school.
I encourage you to continue to pray the following prayer for rain.
Eternal God,
In wisdom and love you created our earth to sustain us and give us life.
We turn to you now in faith, hope and love, asking you to look with favour on our drought-stricken land, on our starving animals and failing crops.Strengthen, sustain and give new heart to our farmers and all who are affected by drought.In your loving providence, send abundant rain and restore our parched earth. Father of all compassion, hear our prayer through Jesus Christ your Son, in whom the promise of new life has dawned, and through the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life: Renew your faithful people, renew the faith of the earth.
Our lady of the Southern Cross, Mary, help of Christians
Pray for us
St Mary of the Cross MacKillop
Pray for us
Enjoy the week ahead
Peter Dempsey
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
On the weekend of 23rd and 24th of November, a significant number of children in the school community from Year 3 will be receiving their First Holy Communion. At this special time we keep these children in our prayers as they prepare to receive the sacrament of the Eucharist for the first time.
COMMUNION REFLECTION DAY
Today Wednesday 20th November, all Year Three children participated in a Communion Reflection Day at school. Children participated in activities to prepare them for receiving the Eucharist for the first time.
COMMUNION THANKSGIVING MASS
On Wednesday 27th November, all Year Three children will participate in a Communion Thanksgiving Mass at All Saints church, with children from Stella Maris. Following Mass the Year Three children will have a celebration cake to commemorate receiving the Eucharist for the first time. We thank Father Jones for guiding the children and parents through this important time.
ADVENT
On Monday 2nd December, our school will join together in the hall, at 1:50pm, to celebrate the beginning of Advent. Year One will lead us in this celebration. Parents are welcome.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CHRISTMAS APPEAL
You can help end poverty
Christmas should be a special time for everyone. Many within our local community find the financial strain of Christmas too much to bear. Now is your chance to give back and help to change someone’s life for the better.
This year the Mini Vinnies team have organised each grade to donate a specific festive item.
Kindergarten – Lollies / Candy canes
Year 1 – Christmas cookies / shortbread
Year 2 – Bon-bons
Year 3 – Chips / popcorn
Year 4 – Christmas chocolates / chocolates
Year 5 – Fruit cake / Mince tarts
Year 6 – Savoury biscuits
Please donate and give the gift of hope this Christmas. Donations can be donated to the school and will be collected in the classrooms. Please be careful to ensure that food is not past the best by or used by date for Christmas.
We are also taking donations of Christmas shopping bags to package the items in. All donations can be given to the class teacher.
These donations will be presented to St Vincent de Paul at the end of the year Christmas Celebration.
YEAR SIX GRADUATION
We are calling for students from the choir or siblings of Year Six students who would like to participate in Mass for our Year Six Graduation. We are hoping to form a choir to support the singing at the Graduation Mass on Wednesday 11th December at 6pm. If your child is able to assist, please ask them to ask Mrs Marsh for a note with further details.FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
In preparation for First Holy Communion, there will be Reconciliation on tonight Wednesday 20th November at 7:30pm for children and families.
On Friday 22nd November, there will be a practice for all families participating in First Holy Communion at the All Saints Church at 4:00pm.
MSR BRYAN JONES “OFFICIAL” FAREWELL
Saturday 30th November after 6:00pm Mass in the Grealy Centre
A ‘pot-luck’ dinner will be held by the parish after the 6pm Mass in honour of Fr Bryan as a thank you for his years of dedication, contribution and guidance to not only the parish but to our spiritual formation over the past 22 years. To ensure a variety of food on the night, please indicate what dish you will be contributing for the evening festivities; lists will be in the Children’s Liturgy room.
Please contact Toni on 0407 061 559 or Heather on 42966124
SCHOOL COLOUR RUN
This morning at assembly, our P&F announced that you have raised over $13,500! What an incredible effort - well done everyone! Only half of our students have an online profile, you still have time to set one up. The website is https://schoolfundraising.com.au/.
VOLUNTEERS
We require volunteers for upcoming events (P&F disco, Colour run & family Christmas concert). A sign up table will be set up at school pickup tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon in the playground. If you are able to assist our P&F this would be greatly appreciated. If you would like volunteer and will not be at school drop up, please email Vanessa at pandf@nscdow.
P&F MEETING
Please join us for the P&F meeting Monday 25th November from 7:00 - 8:00pm in the school library, everyone is welcome.
Dion C, Parker I, Lily M, Lucas K, Chloe A, Sebastian C, Jesse D, Rubie D, Christian F, Sebastian F, Jeremiah W, Benjamin E, Cherice J, Carter O, Jaxon R, Isaac C, Zane G, Chenaya J, Abby B, Harrison T
DIOCESAN BASKETBALL TEAM
The following boys have been selected in the diocesan basketball team:
MERIT AWARDS
| Class | ||
| KS | Georgia M | Brax S |
| Harrison T | ||
| KN | Estelle C | Scarlett B |
| Jedd K | Zoe C | |
| 1S | Jacob S | Aria V |
| Katie S | Amelia P | |
| 1H | Romeo D | Ella M |
| Ariella L | Reid C | |
| 2E | Anton D | Hailey G |
| Nate R | Amelia H | |
| 2L | Mikayla C | Jean-Paul A |
| Aidan W | Chelsea S | |
| 3L | Layla M | Charlie D |
| Anabelle D | Jayden B | |
| 3H | Tauris I | Nathaniel C |
| Amelia H | Cooper R | |
| 4A | Katie L | Denver S |
| Taya N | Olivia K | |
| 4R | Sienna R | Juanita B |
| Marnie B | James C | |
| 5B | Lucy K | Alyssa V |
| 5O | Sophie S | Lily M |
| 6U | Addison G | Cooper M |
| Charlize J | Maddison L | |
| 6R | Chloe N | Monique M |
KINDERGARTEN 2020 PLAYGROUP
The summer fun day is being held on Tuesday 26th November. All of the children participate in various summer themed activities. Students wear mufti clothes (including closed in shoes) and bring in a gold coin donation for the Year 6 fundraiser. Year Six is purchasing a gift for the school.
Show 1 (11:00am) - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/82752359535
Show 2 (1:30pm) - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/82753474871
Performances
Thursday, 28 November
Show 1 – 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Show 2 – 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Pricing
FREE
Tickets
Book your ticket via Eventbrite
No tickets will be available at the door
Please follow the links to book a ticket to ‘A Swinging Summertime!
Show 1 - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/81411797879
Show 2 - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/81259327837
EVENT INFORMATION
Performances
Thursday, 5 December
Show 1 – 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Show 2 – 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Pricing
FREE
Tickets
Book your ticket via Eventbrite
No tickets will be available at the door
The annual Nazareth talent quest is fast approaching. From this week the students are invited to rehearse and prepare an act of their choice, from Week 8 students begin performing to their class, one act from each class is selected to perform in the SRC judges round. During Week 9 SRC Judging Rounds occur and two acts per stage will be selected to perform in the final show. The talent quest is booked for Monday December 16. Families are more than welcome to attend and watch the talent quest!
YEAR 6 GRADUATION
Year 6 Graduation is fast approaching, the date is Wednesday 11th December. The graduation Mass is held in the All Saints Parish and dinner celebrations is being held in the school hall, the payment for the event is due shortly. Please contact the school office for additional information.
The Christmas family celebration night is on Tuesday December 17 in the school grounds. It will be similar to our Christmas celebration held at the end of last year. All children will be performing and families are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner. Sausage sandwiches will be available to purchase on the night. Please note there is to be NO alcohol. Families are invited to set up picnics from 5:45 pm and the performance will commence at 6:30 pm.
FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM PAGE FOR NAZARETH
If you haven't already please follow our school pages to keep up to date with events at school and for photos and updates from across the school.
Please click on the direct links to follow our pages:
www.facebook.com/nazareth.shellhabour
www.instagram.com/nazareth.shellharbour
SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
Please click on the below link for a direct link to the social media policy.
https://www.dow.catholic.edu.au/about-us/policies/social-media-policy/
STAGE 3 CAMP
Due to the recent bush fire danger the Stage 3 camp to Waterslea on the Shoalhaven River has been cancelled. Alternative activities are being arranged for Year 6 and for Year 5. All camp fees will be refunded. The administration associated with this process is complex due the integration of school fees and camp fees. The process has commenced and the school thanks everyone for your patience.
SCHOOL SAFETY
The school reminds everyone that we all share the collective responsibility for safety in and around the school. All families are reminded of the importance of the following:
- If crossing Glider Ave at the front of the school use the pedestrian crossing. Too many families are placing themselves in danger by crossing Glider Ave and not using the pedestrian crossing. The pedestrian crossing is supervised before and after school
- If accessing the school via the church car park, all vehicles MUST DRIVE AT WALKING PACE. Too many vehicles are deviating around the speed humps placing other people including children in danger.
NAZARETH'S COFFEE MACHINE
We have purchased a coffee machine to use for special events and assemblies at school. Please join us at Wednesday's morning assembly in Term Four for coffee. Please bring your keepcup (with a lid for safety).
