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Dear St Monica's families and friends,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all in the community for your support during a very busy Term 3 at St Monica’s.
Particular thanks goes to the St Monica's staff for their professionalism and commitment to providing a holistic education for your children. Thank you especially for your good humour and patience through what has been another terrible flu season. I hope you all have a well-earned rest and return to St Monica’s next term refreshed, rejuvenated and revitalised.
Thank you also St Monica's Parents and Carers for all you do to assist us at school fundraising, canteen, library book covering, uniform shop, school council representatives, book week costumer prep, father's day breakfast, coaching our sporting teams, gardening, the list goes on!! We could not provide the excellent learning environment without your ongoing support – thank you.
WALKATHON UPDATE!!!
SUMMER UNIFORM - A reminder that students are to wear their Summer Uniform again in Term 4. Please check the wardrobe or visit the uniform shop on Thursday 6 October (2pm - 4pm) to update the summer wardrobe! We will have the usual transition period early in Term 4 to cater for any unpredictable weather.
Enjoy the break with your family and friends. Safe travels to those families who are going interstate or overseas. See you all again in Term 4!!
Happy Birthday to the following students celebrating a Birthday this week and throughout the school holidays -
Audrey M, Josephine F, Archie N-H, Meika P, Emma L, Ante B, Neili J, Timofei S, Lisia F, Joseph J, Elijah L, Beatrice O, Jack P, Natalia S, Mia D, Hamish C, Grace O, Kashvi R, Ruby S, Hannah A, Flynn G
On Friday 16 September the entire St Monica’s community headed out for the school Walkathon. The children were all extremely excited to be out walking and chatting with their friends. The 3km walk took in the lovely scenery close to Ginninderra Creek and the beautiful blooming spring blossoms. We were incredibly lucky with the sunny weather and only had to avoid a few puddles along the way! It was great to arrive back at school to enjoy a well-deserved icey pole and some fruit with our friends.
A big THANK YOU to all the volunteers who came along to help. A day like this is not possible without your support in the canteen, along the paths and at the checkpoints. An extra big thank you to Keir Lawless who coordinated all the fabulous class prizes.
We appreciate all your sponsorship donations and are looking forward to purchasing some exciting resources for our students.
Congratulations to the following students who won the Walkathon lucky dip prizes for their class.
Marlie H, Annabelle W, Eva B, Leo S, Thomas S, Selina L, Jack B, Sonny S, Ana L, Isreal O, Ciresa K, Lachlan P, Claire H, Brando B, Aidan H, Jack R and Tyler B.
Thank you to everyone who raised money for this wonderful fundraising event for our school.
Congratulations to the following children who have been acknowledged by their teachers for theirEngagement throughout the term. Great effort!
|
Class |
Term 3 |
| KB | Lewis M |
| KB | Jack S |
| KRD | Ivy B |
| KRD | Lara Mc |
| KSH | Henry M |
| KSH | Amity W |
| 1BC | Brax N |
| 1BC | Eden T |
| 1RC | Joel S |
| 2E | Matilda G |
| 2E | Molly O |
| 2L | Charlotte G |
| 2L | Daniela S |
| 2MD | Adele M |
| 2MD | Sonny S |
| 3CG | Harriett B |
| 3CG | Ruby M |
| 3R | Lola B |
| 3R | Nellie R |
| 4C | Aido A |
| 4C | Sophie P |
| 4LG | Kobe B |
| 4LG | Ruben V |
| 5FM | Sian S |
| 5FM | Jake W |
| 5H | Lily H |
| 5H | Massimo S |
| 5M | Luca C |
| 5M | Cooper D |
| 6JG | Marquez P |
| 6JG | Violet P |
| 6M | Drew G |
| 6M | Jessica Mc |
Pride Badges will be given out in Week 1 of Term 4
Change of Dates for the Sacrament of Reconciliation
For eligible Year 3 students (and students in Years 4, 5 & 6 who have not yet celebrated the Sacrament), will be celebrated on:
- Tuesday 8 November in St Michael’s Church - Kaleen
- Wednesday 9 November in St Monica’s Church - Evatt
Registration
Registrations opened on Monday 19 September and will close by Friday 14 October.
Registrations must be made via Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Qkr! App (NOT the school app).
No late registrations will be accepted after the closing date.
Parent Formation Evening
The Parent Formation evening will be held on Tuesday 11 October at 6pm in St Michael’s Church.
Please Note - this is the week that school resumes for Term 4 so please put a reminder in your calendars now.
Commitment Masses
Commitment Masses will be held on the weekends of 15 and 16 October and
22 and 23 October.
Candidates and parents must attend one of the weekend Masses at either St Monica’s Church (6pm Saturday or 10am Sunday) or St Michael’s Church (8am or 5.30pm Sunday) to make their commitment for the Sacrament.
There will be no additional commitment Masses beyond these dates.
Purchasing a Stole
Purchasing a stole is optional and is not compulsory – you can borrow one on the night.
If you do wish to purchase a stole, please make a payment of $20 through the Qkr! App at the time of registration.
The purchased stoles will be delivered to the schools for students to take home.
For further Information regarding the Sacramental Program – please contact the Sacramental Program Coordinator at sc.belconnennorth@cg.org.au
or check the parish website for updates at www.cg.org.au/belconnennorth
A big thank you to my marvellous volunteers for Term 3 - Katherine O'Sullivan, Esme Rolleston, Tracy D'Ambrosio, Sam Cox, Tim Porter, Jane Rabbets, Rach Pentes, Chris Regan, Fiona Steinberg, Katarina Pilatic, Sarah Clark, Udayani Liyanage, Angalea Turnbull and Katrina Ciampa. We have also welcomed Sam Gonzalez, Daniela Agnello, Jane Hocking, Ivana Deleva and Bek Stevenson who have all either newly joined or helped out at recent special events. We had such a great vibe in the canteen last week for the Walkathon. It seemed like a cast of thousands but I was so grateful to have those helping hands not only to deliver over 100 pre-ordered recesses, 230 lunches, treats for the excited kiddies, but fruit platters (thanks to Woolies and to Keir and Kaye for this donation) and ice blocks for the excited walkers. See the attached picture of some of our super team from last Friday - can you believe we had 2 Jane's and 2 Sam's?
If you would like to be part of the fun please consider volunteering for the Canteen in Term 4. The link to sign up is being finalised but will be ready to go for next term.
It has become evident that I need to review some of the canteen prices. I will be doing this over the holidays so you may see some adjustments of pricing in the next term.
Thanks to everyone for their support of the Canteen this past term. Your support keeps this service running for our wonderful school.
There are lots of fun activities planned for SMOOSH Vacation care this Spring break and there is still time to enrol.
Haven't attended a SMOOSH Vacation Care before? That's okay, we are always welcoming new students to our service.
Trivia Night – A new date has been set! Lock Friday 4 November into your diaries. Thank you Emma Howlett, Year 5 parent, for coordinating this occasion for our community.
Open Forum Council Meeting - All members of our School Community are invited to the next School Community Council Meeting! The meeting will take place on-site with a TEAMS link available. Join us on Wednesday October 19 at 6.30pm for drinks and nibbles. Meet new people, listen to and contribute to the Council's initiatives in 2023!
