This year, we are hosting the NR Athletics Carnival. As well as the athletic events, we organise the canteen which raises money for the school. If you are able to donate cakes, slices or muffins it would be much appreciated!

Donations can be dropped off to the office on Thursday 20th June or at Hudson Park on Friday 21st June.

Thank you to families for your continued understanding during this nasty flu season with staff & students needing to take off extended periods of time. Please keep filling  in Compass to explain your child’s absences. If you are seeing a doctor a medical certificate for lengthy absences is a good idea.

ENROLMENTS

Our enrolments for Kindergarten are very healthy. I am in discussions with our head office on how we can accommodate the influx of enrolments. If you know anyone who’s keen to come in 2025 encourage them to get in their applications forms ASAP.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

As we continue to work together to support the academic and personal growth of our students, we understand the important role that home life plays in their success. Here are some practical tips to help your child at home:

Create a Structured Environment

• Set a Schedule: Establish a regular routine for homework, meals, and bedtime. Consistency helps children know what to expect and when.
• Designate a Study Area: Create a quiet, well-lit space for your child to complete their homework and study without distractions.

Encourage Good Study Habits

• Break Down Tasks: Help your child break down large assignments into smaller, more manageable parts and set deadlines for each part.
• Use a Planner: Encourage the use of a planner or calendar to keep track of assignments, tests, and extracurricular activities.

Stay Informed and Involved

• Communicate with Teachers: Maintain regular communication with your child’s teachers to stay updated on their progress and any areas that need attention.
• Attend School Events: Participate in parent-teacher meetings, school events, and workshops to stay engaged with the school community.

Promote Reading and Learning

• Read Together: Set aside time to read with your child daily. Discuss the books and ask questions to enhance comprehension.
• Explore Interests: Encourage your child to explore subjects they are passionate about through books, documentaries, and educational websites.

Foster a Positive Attitude

• Praise Effort, Not Just Results: Recognize and praise your child’s effort and hard work, not just their grades. This helps build a growth mindset.
• Stay Positive: Maintain a positive attitude towards learning and school. Your enthusiasm will influence your child’s attitude towards their education.

Teach Life Skills

• Time Management: Help your child develop time management skills by planning their day and setting priorities.
• Problem Solving: Encourage your child to solve problems independently, providing guidance only when necessary.

Ensure Health and Well-being

• Healthy Eating: Provide nutritious meals and snacks to keep your child’s energy levels up.
• Physical Activity: Encourage regular physical activity to help your child stay healthy and focused.

Use Technology Wisely

• Educational Apps and Websites: Utilize educational apps and websites that can reinforce what your child is learning in school.
• Monitor Screen Time: Set limits on screen time and ensure it does not interfere with homework, sleep, or physical activities.

By implementing these strategies, you can create a supportive home environment that encourages your child's academic and personal growth. Remember, your involvement and encouragement are key to their success.

SPP FEAST DAY

On Friday the 28^th of June, we will be celebrating the Feast of Ss Peter & Paul. Students will attend Mass at the Cathedral and then return to school for a free sausage sizzle and popper and warm indoor activities as part of our celebration of the school’s patron Saints.

Students are invited to wear casual clothes for a donation that will go to the St Vincent De Paul’s winter appeal.

Parents and families are all welcome to join us for 10am Mass at the Cathedral.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

Congratulations to all our students who made First Holy Communion the first weekend of June. It was so heart warming to see so many young people taking the their communion for the first time and we look forward to them continuing their faith journey within our Parish community.

We look forward to starting our Confirmation lessons with Year 6 in August. If you would like any further information for these lessons please email cassandra.harris@cg.catholic.edu.au

SPP ATHLETICS CARNIVAL RESULTS

Champion House

1. Patrick (907)
2. O’Brien (878)
3. Blake (636)
4. McCauley (575)

NSWCPS CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS

Well done to our SPP boys Zaide Kearns, Noah Stephenson and Axl Armitt!

   

Noah - Gun time 9:06.8, place 22 of 55

Axl - Gun time 9:48.3, place 39 of 58

MACKILLOP SOCCER TRIALS

Georgia Brown & Noah Stephenson had an outstanding day of football representing Canberra Goulburn at the MacKillop trials held in Goulburn recently.

NSWCPS GOLF

INDIVIDUAL SPORT TRIALS

Individual sports trials are open through the CECG sports website. These trials are intended for Year 5 & 6 student's ONLY. Keep up to date with trial information for next year.

Above & Beyond Award Winners

Congratulations!

Mercy Value Award Winners

This year our school canteen will continue to operate Tuesday to Friday. Student's requiring lunch from the canteen need to submit a lunch order via the QKR app by 9am the day the order is to be received (remember you can order up to two weeks in advance). It will also be open during first break for over the counter snacks, ice creams and drinks. Miss Courtney Kozel will be our canteen manager while Mrs Bennett is on leave.

• We currently have no Size 8 black sport shorts in stock, and the supplier is out of stock also. If you need them urgently, please purchase plain black shorts elsewhere in town, and we will advise when the stock arrives.
• Girls Winter Jumpers have arrived and all backorders should have been sent home this week. Please contact the office if you are still waiting for a backordered maroon girls jumper to be sent home.
• Boys Grey Jumpers sizes 8 & 10 are still on backorder from the supplier, and we apologise for the extended delay. There is a number of pre-loved boys jumpers at a discounted price available.

Apologies for any inconvenience.

The uniform shop is run by parent volunteers and is open on a Wednesday morning 9-9.30am for fittings and sales. The best way to organise your child's uniform requirements is to order via Qkr. Orders need to be placed by 8.30am each Wednesday so that they are able to be sent home that day; orders placed after 8.30am will not be filled until the following week.

Birthdays 13-30 June!

STUDENT MEDICATIONS

We are able to hold student medications in the office for those children who require either short term or ongoing medication. Any medication must be supplied to us in its original packaging, with the pharmacy label attached for prescription medicine. Our system has been updated by head office so please read the following carefully if this applies to your child.

Short term medication (pain relief, antibiotics, antihistamine etc) -

• Parent/carer must visit the office to sign medication administration authorisation form so that our staff are able to administer the medication.

Ongoing medication (asthma inhaler, antihistamine, ADHD medication, etc) -

• Parent/carer must visit the office to sign medication administration authorisation form so that our staff are able to administer the medication. 
• Parent/carer to ensure medication remains in date, and that there is sufficient supply for one term, each term.
• Parents/carers of students with asthma action plans or other official diagnosis must provide current paperwork from the doctor
• Asthma Inhalers - if your child is in year 5 or 6 or capable of self-administering their ventolin, they are able to keep their inhaler with them in their bag; if this is the case there is no need to complete the authorisation form.

DROP OFF/PICK UP INFORMATION

If you remember the following details school drop off and pick up should run smoothly. Please view the map below for parking restriction details:

Morning Drop off:

• Supervision at school starts at 8.30am. Students arriving earlier than this WILL NOT be under active adult supervision so please avoid dropping your children off before this time. Between 8.30am and 8.55am students are to take their bag to their classroom and then make their way to either the hall or basketball court where they are to wait in year groups until the morning play bell rings.
• Knox Street/Princes Avenue parking (front school entrance) - ideally families with students in Kindergarten only should be parking in this area. Please be aware of the bus zone, parking restrictions and keeping our neighbour's driveways clear. We also ask that you consider our staff when parking in the morning as there are limited all day parking zones where they are able to park.
• Hall gate (Knox Street) - Bus students are dropped off here. 
• Princes Avenue/Adam Street (back school entrance) - Parents are able to park on either side of Princes Avenue (outside car line) or in Adam Street if you need to walk your children into school (please note that this part of Princes Avenue is a one-way road). Be aware of parking restrictions and keeping our neighbour's driveways clear.
• Car Line (off Princes Avenue) -  Car line is a 'kiss & go' system where parents drop their children off without getting out of the car; please do not park and exit your car in car line as this creates major traffic issues. Car line is our preferred method of parent drop off as it ensures student safety.

Afternoon pick-up:

• Knox Street/Princes Avenue parking (front school entrance) - ideally families with students in Kindergarten only should be parking in this area. Please be aware of the bus zone, parking restrictions and keeping our neighbour's driveways clear. Kindergarten parents are welcome to park and wait for their child outside the classrom. Kinder students are also able catch the bus or get picked up from carline.
• Hall gate (Knox Street) - Bus students only are collected from here. A teacher is rostered on duty at this gate each afternoon and stays to supervise students until the last bus comes.
• Princes Avenue/Adam Street (back school entrance) - Parents are able to park on either side of Princes Avenue (outside car line) or in Adam Street if you need to walk into school to collect your children (please note that this part of Princes Avenue is a one-way road). Be aware of parking restrictions and keeping our neighbour's driveways clear.
• Car Line (off Princes Avenue) - Car line is available for parents to pick their children up without having to park and get out of the car; please do not park and exit your car in car line as this creates major traffic issues. Car line is our preferred method of parent pick up as it ensures student safety. Car line can be very congested in the afternoons. If the waiting line is outside of our driveway the advice from NSW police is that you should continue around the block via Adam Street until the line moves forward. Please consider arriving at 3.30pm or after to ease this congestion; your child will be safe and supervised until you arrive. Two teachers are rostered on and supervicion at car line is until 3.45pm. After this time your child will be taken to the office and a call will be made to parents to arrange pick up ASAP.

Before & After School Care

Neuro-Network

Introducing NeuroNetwork! Members Welcome! 

• Does your child identify as neurodiverse?
• Are you looking to have your child assessed as neurodiverse?
• Do you have information on therapies available in Goulburn?
• Does your child have adjustments in the classroom? Do they need them?
• Have you applied for NDIS funding? 
• Are you willing/able to provide any advice to other families going through similar experiences?

 If you answered yes to any of the above - or have anything else to offer a group of parents/carers about your own or your child's experience with neurodiversity in Goulburn - we'd love to hear from you. Our aim is to consolidate experiences and information and develop some resources for families that list and review therapies in town, or provide some answers to commonly asked questions. You're welcome to remain anonymous if preferred - please reach out to Lauren on 0449 720 650 or lkjm.egan@gmail.com if you'd like to be involved. 

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Our newsletter, The SPP Chronicle, is normally published fortnightly (odd weeks) on a Thursday afternoon at around 5.30pm.

Each fortnight we include anything and everything that has happened in the preceding two weeks such as excursions, assemblies, sporting results and photos, liturgies, etc. We also provide information about upcoming school activities and events, student birthdays and important information and correspondence for families. We love to give shoutouts to our students and school community like thankyou's, baby announcements, special achievements and EOI's for sporting & other school or community group involvement, so if you have news that you think we could include just email it through to office.sppg@cg.catholic.edu.au.