“A Spirit centred community of learners inspired by Jesus, seeking integrity and fullness of life.”

Week 2 Term 3 Thursday, 31 July

...1 female cane toad can lay over 30,000—40,000 eggs twice a year

...that the Monty Hall experiment demonstrates probability ? ...that the Doctor (from the TV series ‘Doctor Who’ ) had 47 companions?

have different ...that animals pending on adaptations de e? where they liv

Fascinating facts! Did you know ... ...that if your rode your bike for 9km in 20 minutes, you would ride 27 km in 1 hour?

... that Tolland Man (a preserved body in Denmark) was concealed in peat?

...that it took two days for Mount Vesuvius to erupt and destroy Pompeii?

...that 132 cane toads were introduced into Australia in 1935, to eat the cane beetles?

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...that the Great White shark has 300 teeth divided into 7 rows.

From The Deputy Principal From the Deputy I hope you and your family had a relaxing break during the holidays and that you found lots of ways to keep warm. It is wonderful to see the children engaged in their learning and enjoying being back with their friends. Fr Fred We congratulate Fr Fred who has been appointed parish priest of the Adelaide Hills Parish from August 10, 2014. It is with great sadness that we farewell Fr Fred from All Saints this week. Fr Fred has been a wonderful role model for the children, staff, parents/carers and members of the community and has led us in many memorable masses and liturgies. We will miss his visits to the classrooms and the many rich discussions he shared with the children. We wish Fr Fred all the very best in his new role and we will offer our prayers for him as he takes up this important ministry. Tomorrow Friday, 1 August at 9:15am we will be holding a liturgy in the hall to farewell Fr Fred and thank him for all the great work he has done at All Saints. We invite all parents/carers and members of the community to join us in this celebration. Morning tea will be provided for parishioners and families after the Liturgy.

Children and families are currently donating books for The Great Book Swap. After the parade children will have the opportunity during the day to purchase a book for a gold coin. The Great Book Swap encourages reading and also raises funds to support Indigenous Literacy. Thank you to those who have already donated books, we would welcome many more. The basket is located in the front office. Gina Cusano, who does a wonderful job of coordinating the week, would appreciate some help with the Book Fair held in the Resource Centre before and after school. If you are a registered volunteer with a current Police Clearance and are able to help please contact Gina in the Resource Centre. Safety Using The Loop The Loop continues to be a busy place for drop offs in the morning and collecting children in the afternoon. Drivers are not permitted to park their car or leave the vehicle as this holds up the traffic. The safety of the children is paramount. We ask all families to be cautious when using the loop and in particular to observe the road rules in relation to the roundabout. We appreciate the many drivers who display patience, courtesy and common sense. Sculpture Gathering We are very excited about designing a new sculpture for our courtyard. Already teachers and children are talking and thinking about what this new sculpture might look like and are coming up with ideas. On Thursday, 7th August at 2.15pm we will be gathering with Anna Small & Warren Pickering in the staff room to discuss and share ideas. You are very welcome to join us. Office Closed Please note: due to an important staff meeting the front office will be closed at 3.30pm on Monday, 11 August. Helen Ward’s Retirement This week a letter from Paul Sharkey, the Director of Catholic Education, announcing Helen Ward’s retirement was sent home via the children. This letter is also available on the school website: Helen Ward letter. Helen will retire at the end of this school year. We thank Helen for all her hard work and commitment to All Saints over the last 9 years. We will miss her greatly and wish her all the very best in the next stage of her life’s journey.

Book Week, Week 5 (18-22 August) This year’s theme for Book Week is “Connect to Reading". This theme certainly promotes the importance of reading for all of us. During this week the children will be participating in activities in the Resource Centre and attending “The Right Balance” performance in the hall. The Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the Resource Centre where books can be purchased before and after school all week. The Book Week Parade will be held on Friday, 22 August at 9.15am in the court yard Helen Thompson (weather permitting). At All Saints we encourage parents/carers and children to Deputy Principal create and make costumes out of materials from home. 2

RE News All Saints Farewells Father Fred Tomorrow the All Saints community will farewell Father Fred as he heads off for his new adventure to work with the parish community in the Adelaide Hills. In preparation for tomorrow’s Farewell Liturgy the children have been reflecting on Father Fred’s time in our community and discussing fondly his special qualities.

Sacramental Program Please keep the following children in your prayers as they continue their journey on the Sacramental Program: Jessica L, Tim, Chantelle, Rachelle, Alec, Jessica H, Sophie, Imogen, Darcy, Delilah, Charli, Eve, Alanna, Kobe, Connor, Lydia, Adi, Amelia, Riley & Angela. The children will be celebrating Confirmation on Saturday, 17 August at 2:00pm with Archbishop Phillip Wilson. Confirmation continues the journey of becoming fully initiated members of the Catholic community. Father Fred talks to us about how we should treat others the way we want Jesus promised his disciples that the Spirit would come to them, lead them and guide them to be treated. Charlotte in continuing to carry out his mission to the world. Jesus said: ‘The spirit will teach you Every time we have a celebration Father Fred comes to All Saints and joins in. Thomas everything and remind you of what I said while I was with you.’ The Holy Spirit inspires each Father Fred baptised me and welcomed me into the Catholic community. Sian one of us to live good lives, to be kind and generous, to act with justice and respect towards When we have masses Father Fred leads All Saints in prayer. Lily all people, and to love one another as Jesus loves us. John 14:25-26 I like it when Father Fred blesses the whole community by sprinkling water over us. Alanna Father Fred always likes to sing and dance to songs during whole school masses. Jessica Important dates for the Sacramental Program He blesses the water and sprinkles it over us with a branch. Zara Confirmation: He is a nice person and he always tells us stories about Jesus from the Bible and how God Wednesday, 13 August at 5:30pm: Confirmation workshop for parents/carers and child(ren) created the world. Chloe at St Luke’s. Father Fred is a truly nice person and he tells us a lot of happy stories. Alana Sunday, 17 August at 2:00pm: Confirmation at St Luke’s. Father Fred blessed us with water and he tells us happy stories. Ashtyn He wears a cloak and a stole. Zara First Eucharist: Fr Fred is a very, very nice person and he is important in our community. Lachlan Wednesday, 27 August at 5:30pm: First Eucharist workshop parents/carers only at All Saints Fr Fred tells us stories about when he was little. James Hall. He tells us nice stories and shares his love with us. Akira Wednesday, 10 September at 5:30pm: First Eucharist workshop for parents and child(ren) Father Fred has a good heart he is following in Jesus’ footprints. Caitlin at St Johns. Father Fred loves eating chocolate. Summer Sunday, 21 September at 10:45am: First Eucharist at SEM, Family Mass. Father Fred always teaches us to not hurt others, be just like Jesus. Khamron Attendance at all workshops is an expectation. I see Father Fred at church on Sunday’s and he always says hello. Lauren At our liturgies and masses Father Fred will sing and dance to the music. Owen Kate Turner Father Fred gives us high fives when he says hello or goodbye. Acting APRIM Harrison When he was little Father Fred would sneak chocolate from the cupboard without asking his mum. Bryce Father Fred teaches us to own up when we do the wrong thing, by saying sorry. Max I love Father Fred. Ryan I really enjoy the stories that Fr Fred tells us. I can’t say my favourite story because they are all so good. Thank you. Talia Thank you Father Fred for all of the stories you tell us in the homily during all of the masses we have had. Nick I hope you have a great time at your new parish. We will miss you! Jordan

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Other School News

Italian Corner

The Year 2/3 children helped to build a roof for an orphanage in Africa!

Benvenuti al Termine 3, spero che voi abbiate passato una buona pausa! (Welcome to Term 3, I hope you all had a great break!) For the first few weeks of this term we will be learning about L’Ambiente (The Environment). The four main environments that we shall be focusing on are Il Deserto (The Desert), L’Ambiente Marino (The Marine Environment), L’Ambiente Nebbioso/Nevoso (The Misty/Snowy Environment) and La Foresta (The Forest).

It was so exciting to hear news that the money raised from the ‘African Concert’ had already gone towards building a roof for an orphanage. As soon as the money was sent, the roof was up within days! The children are feeling so proud of themselves and the difference they have made to the lives of children in Tanzania. Summer (2C): I think we raised money to build the roof so the children could sleep in their bedrooms. It makes me feel really good because they finally get a bedroom. Cameron (2P): It makes me feel great because our concert money went all the way to Africa. Kayla (2HR): I feel happy for them that they have a roof and they don’t get rained on or cold. Charlotte (3P): I am happy and proud that we got enough money for them to build a roof. Annabella (3D): It made me feel happy for the orphans that they get to sleep somewhere else other than their classroom. It’s helpful for the teachers so they don’t have to do any difficult things like trying to find them a comfortable place to sleep in. Jared C (3O): It was really cool because it would be hard to make it. I think the children will love it! Inside the classroom, it would feel calmer now.

The younger children have begun by meditating to calming sounds of il deserto (the desert) and then brainstorming their own vocabulary lists related to this theme. Once establishing which words they wish to learn in Italian the children were then able to create desert landscapes that they will label in coming lessons. We have talked about how deserts in Australia vary from those found in places such as Mexico and Egypt. I bambini (the children) have been particularly fascinated with gli animali (the animals) found in the respective deserts so we will look closer at these as the term goes on. So as we look ahead to another exciting term in l’aula d’Italiano (the Italian room), cordiali saluti come al solito (best wishes as always), Il Signor Vaudo e La Signora Pardoe

Danae Caesarowicz Year 2 teacher

Il Deserto, L’Ambiente Marino, L’Ambiente Nebbioso/Nevoso & La Foresta

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Other School News

What is a Play Pod? A Play Pod is a large shipping container full of materials and equipment (loose parts) that can stimulate, facilitate and enhance children’s play. We are now in the process of filling our Play Pod with materials for the children to explore. We have created a wish list of ‘loose parts’ that the school community may be able to help us with which includes: electrical cable reels, plastic crates, old hammocks, old style telephones, cardboard tubes, PVC pipe off-cuts and connectors, cash registers, plastic pots and buckets, foam off-cuts; fabric, netting, saucepans and boat oars. If you are able to donate any of these items or have anything else you think would be useful, please do not bring them in just yet but leave your details at the front office. Thank you Play Pod Committee

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Other School News

Our Sympathies Our sympathies go to Harry (2 C) and Tommy (R/1 W) who lost their great— grandma recently as well as Kobe (5 B) who lost his nanna this week. Our thoughts and prayers go out to both families.

Share our common love for books while raising money to support Indigenous literacy

RESOURCE CENTRE This year the theme for Book Week is: “Connect to Reading” August 18-22 Information about Book Week has gone home this week and is also available on the school website: Book Week flyer. I am seeking volunteers to help sell books at the Book Fair during Book Week. If you are a registered volunteer with a current Police Clearance and can spare some time before and after school please see me in the library.

HOW DOES IT WORK? Children, teachers, staff and parents/carers bring a book from home that you really enjoy but can bear to part with. A book that you think a child will love just as you have. Place your book in the basket in the front office before 22 August. The Great Book Swap will take place after our Book Parade on Friday, 22 August. Bring in a gold coin to select a new book you would like to take home and enjoy. All proceeds will go to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, to support literacy in Indigenous communities.

"Not only does The Great Book Swap Challenge encourage reading but it raises funds for kids in remote communities who don’t have access to books. Everyone wins.” Author: Andy Griffiths

The Premier’s Reading Challenge closes 5 September so please keep on reading. When forms are complete please hand them in to Gina in the library. Gina Cusano Resource Centre 6

Diary Dates

Community Notices

August

Please Note—The services & events contained in this section are in no way connected with the school & are included in this newsletter for your information only. Parents/carers need to make their own enquiries & assessments about the suitability of these events & services for their needs and those of their children.

Friday 1st

Fr Fred’s Farewell Liturgy, 9.30am in the hall

Wednesday 6th

Parish Mass (Yr 4/5 attending), 9.15am at SEM

Thursday 7th

Michael Mangan Concert

Friday 8th

Indigenous Day

Friday 15th

Assumption Whole School Mass, 9.15am in the hall

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Little Saints Playgroup A new session is now held on Wednesday mornings. Playgroup sessions are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays during the school term in the Community Room, 9.00—10.30am You are welcome to join us for fun play, games, stories and making new friends.

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Cardijn Principal’s Tour—Thursday 7 August, 5.30pm & 2016 Joseph Cardijn Scholarships close Friday, 19 September Reflection Day for Community Connections, Seaford Meadows—Thursday 25 September, 5.00—7.00pm Siblings In Focus—Wednesdays, 3.00—4.00pm at Aldinga Beach Children’s Centre Teach in London Seminar—Saturday 9 August, 2.00pm at The Intercontinental, Adelaide Science Alive! - 9 & 10 August, 9.00am—4.00pm at Adelaide Showgrounds Summer Junior Tennis Registration Day—Sunday 10 August, 10.00am at Pt Noarlunga Tennis Club

Frequently Asked Questions Is there a Pupil Free Day this term? Yes, there is a Pupil Free Day in Week 8 on Wednesday, 10 September.

When is the Uniform Shop Open? The Uniform Shop is open every week on Wednesday mornings 8:30—9:30am & Thursday afternoons 2:30—3:15pm.

Please bring along a hat, drink and healthy snack for your child .

Where can I get extra copies of class notes? All class notes are available on the school website: www.allsaints.catholic.edu.au from the Current Notices and Reply Slips page, under the News and Events section.

What do I need to do if my child needs to take short term medication during school hours? If your child is on antibiotics or other short term medication that’s required to be taken 4 times or more per a day, you will need to fill in a Short Term Medication Form at the front office. We will keep your child’s medication locked in our first aid room and ensure they take this medication at the appropriate time. 7