St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Celebrates One Hundred and Three Years

Newsletter - Term 2

Week 4

6th May 2016

 

RECEIVING OUR CONFIRMATION CERTIFICATES  To all in our community,    Our Confirma on ceremony of last Saturday evening  was very much a celebratory community gathering, with all the Parish coming together to support our Year Six children, as they par cipated in and received this final of our Church’s ini aon Sacraments.  Mass in the church at night, with the evening light fading and the presence of  candles, adds atmosphere and reflec ve meaning to the occasion, evoking the spirit of what  the Sacrament of Confirma on means.  As stated in the introduc on to the Mass, “We come together as children of God wan ng to look on the world as Jesus did through hearts full of love, compassion and service. Jesus shows us in his life that he lived justly. Do we live justly? Jesus shows us in his life that he lived compassionately. Do we live compassionately? We who are gathered here today are challenged, to live the Word of God.  We congratulate all the children, their sponsors and families who remained respec ul and reverent throughout the Mass  and we express our apprecia on to all who contributed to the evening being special for the  Year Six children, their sponsors and families. - Faye Nardella, - Cantor: Leonie Thomson, - Organist: Lillian Lee and our school choir of twenty-seven voices responded to the sense of the  Mass through music.  We thank the staff of St Mary’s for their willingness to assist with booklet  distribu on, as collectors and special minsters.  Par cularly, we express our gra tude to the  Year Six staff and the class teachers, Sharyn Greedy and Andrew Hook for their suppor ve presence and their encouragement of the children to see the importance of this Sacrament.  Finally,  we acknowledge Teresa Mercuri who in her role as Religious Educa on Leader calmly set everyone at ease through her a en on to thorough organisa on.  In conclusion, the school community is indebted to Bishop Cur n and Father Jus n, who through the mass “brought to life” the importance of the Sacrament of Confirma on.  Much of the week’s focus was on preparing for Mothers’ Day.  Stories were read, songs sung,  poems thought of and cards and all manner of art work created.  Despite the many changes in  today’s world one of the constants remains Mothers’ Day.  Thus as life ever changes, ever  evolves, the meaning of Mothers’ Day remains the same; - a day of celebra on, a day of tribute  to a special person whose influence on our life is everlas ng.  Mother’s Day is a story; it is a  story about an enduring rela onship.  Further support for the children to acknowledge their  Mothers was Wednesday’s Parent and Friends’ Stall, where gi s were sufficiently varied to  ensure each child’s gi  was individual.  Our thanks to the Parent and Friends.  And of course  today was the Mothers’ Day Luncheon, an annual event which is one of the highlights of the  St Mary’s social calendar.  What a celebra on; - a  me of sharing life’s stories, entertainment  and much laughter (Dot was in form!).  The community is very apprecia ve of “the team” for  providing an a ernoon where there was at least a moment’s break from being a Mother.  NAPLAN (Na onal Assessment Programme ‐ Literacy and Numeracy)  During next week  the children from Year Three and Five from St Mary’s will par cipate in the na onal tests in  Literacy and Numeracy.  NAPLAN is an annual na onal assessment for all students in Years 3, 5,  7, and 9.  All students in these year levels are expected to par cipate in tests in Reading,  Wri ng, Language Conven ons (spelling, grammar and punctua on) and Numeracy.  All government and non-government educa on authori es have contributed to the development of  NAPLAN materials.  NAPLAN tests are one aspect of the school’s assessment and repor ng  process, and do not replace the extensive, ongoing assessments made by teachers about each  student’s performance.  Since the introduc on of na onal literacy and numeracy tests in 2008  St Mary’s has been provided with consistent, comparable and transferable informa on on students’ literacy and numeracy performance. (see St Mary’s Annual Report to the Community).   h p://www.smascotvale.catholic.edu.au/leadership-and-management/school-compliancereports/school-compliance-report-2014.pdf  Best wishes for an enjoyable Mothers’ Day on Sunday   Take Care    Graham   

UPCOMING EVENTS 2016 TERM TWO WEEK FIVE (9 – 13TH MAY) NAPLAN (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Year Four Camp at Phillip Island (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday) FRIDAY, 13th MAY Parents and Friends (9.00 a.m.) MONDAY 16th MAY Year Two Excursion to ACMI WEDNESDAY 18th MAY Family Maths Night FRIDAY, 20th MAY District Soccer Carnival Walk Safely to School Day SATURDAY, 21st MAY Parents and Friends Dinner Dance MONDAY, 23rd MAY Year Six Incursion WEDNESDAY, 25th MAY Parent Seminar, Managing your child’s behaviour (7.00—9.00 p.m.) SUNDAY, 29th MAY Year Two children assist at the 10 30 a.m. Parish Mass and the School Choir leads the singing. Morning Tea to follow Mass in the School Hall. THURSDAY, 2nd JUNE Year Three excursion to the Botanic Gardens FRIDAY, 3RD JUNE Parent Seminar, Managing your child’s behaviour (9.00-11.00) WEEK NINE 6 — 9th JUNE Book Fair

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FAMILY MATHS NIGHT

“Let the maths games begin!” Did you know that students whose parents are actively involved in their education do better at school? Do you sometimes feel daunted or overwhelmed when helping your children with Maths homework? Ever wondered how teachers cater for different levels in the classroom? Would you like to see how learning Maths can be fun for all the family?

If you answered ‘Yes!’ to any or all of these questions, or you just want to join in a community event, come along to our Olympic themed Family Maths Night on Wednesday 18th May at 6.45 p.m. sharp. Your example is the best motivator for your children. Maths is SO important to today’s students. We would love your whole family to come along and explore exciting classroom games and problem-solving activities which put into practice the concepts and skills covered in the Australian Curriculum. Challenge yourself and approach all tasks with a ‘growth mindset’ as you discover just how much fun maths can be. Don’t shy away because it’s cold or might be past bedtime. Feed and bath the children first, dress them up in trackies or PJs, and be a bit brave! There will be math games set up in the classrooms. The computer lab will be open so you can learn about Mathletics. As you tour the school and participate in the games, you will get game ideas and maths websites to try at home! As you circulate through the classrooms to play maths games, collect your gold stickers and attach them to your Mathlete Pass. At the end of the evening there will be a prize draw. If you are attending, please complete and return the reply slip attached to the Family Maths Night invitation that w ent home last w eek by Friday 6 th May. If you have any questions, please contact Nicola Toney & Vanessa Moreira (Mathematics Coordinators) [email protected] or [email protected]. 3

STAFF ABSENCES IN TERM TWO Annie (FAV) Graham

Week Seven (23rd—26th May) Week Eight (30th May – 3rd June)

Leave Principals’ Conference

2016 TERM TWO – WEEK FIVE Monday, 9th May

8.55 a.m.

School Assembly

3.45 p.m.

NAPLAN Professional Development - Staff M eeting

Wednesday, 11th May YEAR FOUR CAMP

3.45 p.m.

NAPLAN Professional Development - Staff M eeting

Thursday, 12th May YEAR FOUR CAMP

9.00 a.m.

NAPLAN School Mass (1HW)

Friday 13th May YEAR FOUR CAMP

9.00 a.m. 3.00 p.m.

Tuesday, 10th May

Parents and Friends Meeting Interschool Sports Assembly (6AH)

2016 TERM TWO – WEEK SIX Monday, 16th May

8.55 a.m. All Day

School Assembly Year Two Excursion to ACMI

Tuesday, 17th May

3.45 p.m.

Professional Development – Staff Meeting

Wednesday, 18th May

3.45 p.m. 6.45 p.m.

Professional Development – Staff Meeting Maths Family Night

Thursday, 19th May

9.00 a.m.

School Mass (2VM)

a.m. 3.00 p.m.

WALK SAFELY TO SCHOOL District Soccer Carnival Assembly (Year Five)

7.00 p.m.

St Mary’s Dinner Dance

Friday, 20th May

Saturday, 21st May

2016 TERM TWO – WEEK SEVEN Monday, 23rd May

8.55 a.m.

Year Six Incursion

Tuesday,24th May

3.45 p.m.

Professional Development - Staff M eeting

Wednesday, 25th May

3.45 p.m. 7.00 p.m.

Professional Development - Staff M eeting Parent Seminar

Thursday, 26th May

9.00 a.m. a.m.

School Mass (3LQ). Interschool Sports (B Teams)

Friday 27th May

a.m. 3.00 p.m.

Interschool Sports (A Teams) School Assembly (4KG)

Sunday, 29th May

10.30 a.m.

The Year Two children will assist with the Parish Mass, The School Choir will lead the singing. Following Mass will be Morning Tea. 4

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT SPHERE

POINTS TO REMEMBER ABOUT THE DROP OFF PICK UP ZONE 

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Drivers are only allowed to pick up passengers in the zone as long as they drive on quickly. You (or carers picking up children) are not allowed to sit in cars from 3.15 p.m. and wait for the children to walk out to the zone. You will be fined if you do this. Try and leave home so that you arrive when the children are out in the street. Please do not double park – it puts the children’s safety at risk Please inform everyone using the zone who is caring for your children. Local authorities will be policing the zone to ensure rules are being followed.

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LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT SPHERE FOUNDATION ENROLMENTS FOR 2017 LAST FRIDAY, APPLICATION FOR FOUNDATION 2017 CLOSED. 

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We received thirty two applicants from children who have siblings at St Mary’s. Thirty nine children who are non siblings, but living in the Parish of St Mary’s also submitted applications. Eight applications received were out of our Parish boundaries.

THERE WILL BE TWO CLASSES IN 2017 OF TWENTY SIX CHILDREN. AS SIBLINGS HAVE FIRST PREFERENCE, NINETEEN CHILDREN WHO DO NOT HAVE A SIBLING AT ST MARY’S WILL PRESENTLY NOT HAVE A PLACE IN FOUNDATION 2017. THE EIGHT CHILDREN OUT OF OUR PARISH CANNOT BE PRESENTLY CONSIDERED. NEXT WEEK ACCEPTANCE LETTERS WILL BE SENT OUT. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Reading Recovery Seminar On Friday, 29th April, I attended the annual ‘Reading Recovery’ Seminar at the Leadership Centre in East Melbourne. Our guest speaker, Dr. Noella Mackenzie, is a former Classroom Teacher and Reading Recovery Tutor. She is currently a Senior Lecturer at Charles Sturt University and has worked on a number of research projects about Early Literacy Development with a focus on Writing. Noella spoke primarily about the importance of providing young children with plenty of opportunities to engage in pre-writing activities such as cutting and pasting, drawing, reading aloud, sharing, singing and talking. She stressed that ‘if given models, opportunity, tools and encouragement, children spontaneously start to add writing in their drawings’. Noella’s latest study is entitled, ‘Handwriting, keyboarding or both? That is the question.’ To participate in this study or to simply read further, I invite you to visit Noella’s website: noellamackenzie.com Teresa (Reading Recovery Teacher).

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STUDENT WELLBEING SPHERE Domestic and Family

What is domestic and family violence? Generally, an argument occurs over a disagreement or differing points-ofview in relation to a specific issue. During the course of a domestic argument, voices can be raised in heated discussions, but there is still a level of respect and equality between partners. Domestic and family violence occurs when one person in a relationship uses tactics coercing the other person, through the use of violence and abuse, to give in to the abusive person's opinion. The essential difference is the lack of equality and respect between the two people, with one person maintaining control over the other.

Effects on children Children are affected by domestic and family violence even if they have not seen the abuse or violence. You may think that children don’t worry about people fighting at home. You might think children will soon forget things they see, but they DO NOT forget. Children react in a variety of ways; they may show signs that they are affected by the domestic and family violence, or they may keep these signs and their feelings inside. Effects can include: Disturbed sleep and nightmares Wetting the bed Nervous, fearful or withdrawn behaviour Behavioural problems such as aggressive behaviour or running away from home Psychosomatic illnesses (e.g., headaches, asthma and stuttering)

Long-term effects Violent behaviours that are learnt early in life may become the types of behaviours that children come to expect and copy when they are adults because children may learn that: the only way to cope with stress and pressure is through the use of abuse and violence using violence is an appropriate way to solve problems it is okay to use violence to get what you want NOTE: Children exposed to violence in the home do not necessarily become violent themselves. 7

STUDENT WELLBEING SPHERE HOW TO HELP Encourage children to talk – Allow them to talk about anything that may be worrying them. Remember that children are not usually encouraged to talk openly about violence. Give them permission to talk about the violence at home. Remove blame – Ensure that the child knows the violence at home is NOT his or her fault. Children need to hear this, even if you think they wouldn’t blame themselves. Your child is not alone – Let them know that there are other children who have also had similar experiences. Safety comes first – Help your child to make a safety plan which they can follow for those times when he/she feels unsafe. Work out with your child where he/she can go that is safe if you are unable to get away. This could be a neighbour or someone else who lives nearby. Encourage support – encourage your child to have a support network to ensure they have access to people who care about them (e.g., relatives, neighbours, teachers, counsellors).

WHERE TO SEEK HELP Women's Domestic Violence Crisis Service of Victoria (24 hour crisis support) Crisis telephone support, info about options and developing a safety plan. Ph. 9373-0123 Immigrant Women’s Domestic Violence Service Mon-Fri 9-5. Ph. 9898-3145 Website: www.iwdvs.org.au Domestic Violence and Incest Resource Centre Information and referral to local services and support groups. Ph: (03) 9486-9866 9am - 5pm Mon-Fri. Email: [email protected] Website www.dvirc.org.au Domestic Violence Outreach Services. These services offer women and children practical support. Northern Region: Western Region: Ph.9458-5788 (10am-4pm Mon-Fri) Ph. 9689-9588 Men's Referral Service An anonymous and confidential telephone service provided for men by men. Ph. 9428 2899 Indigenous Family Violence Support Officers Ph: 9616 8028 Kids Help Line Freecall: 1800 551 800. E-mail and web counselling www.kidshelp.com.au Relationships Australia Support groups and counselling on relationships, and for abusive and abused partners. Ph. 1300-364-277 or Vic (03) 9261-8700.

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During Week Three of the CASEA Programme the focus of the group is on Managing Strong Emotions. The group will help children to understand the importance of being able to stop strong emotions before they become out of control, as well as help them to identify different ways of coping with anger. In particular children will learn how to use the “Calming Down” strategy. All children in Foundation Year to Year Three will participate in classroom activities that focus on managing anger and “calming down”. Next week: Introducing STOP, THINK, DO

Parent Education Workshops coming soon!

HOW DO I GET MY CHILD TO DO WHAT I WANT? A practical approach to parenting MANAGING YOUR CHILD’S BEHAVIOUR Topics covered include: 

Causes of child behaviour

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Emotion-neutral responses to misbehaviour

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Responding to desirable behaviours

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Responding to misbehaviour Dates:

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Wednesday evening 25th May 7 — 9 p.m.

9 — 11 a.m. 2. Friday morning 3rd of June 9

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Year 2VM identified times when their volcanoes erupt.

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EDUCATION IN FAITH SPHERE

  The Sacrament of Confirma on   “I really enjoyed making my Confirma on with Bishop Cur n leading the Mass. I was amazed at how  many people were there.  I have never seen the church so full,” Ryder.   

“I was afraid that my sponsor might have made a mistake and I would have been embarrassed,” David.   

“I could hear my heart bea ng loudly as I approached Bishop Cur n. I later realised there was nothing to worry about, in the end everything went smoothly. I really enjoyed the Mass,” Christopher. “As I was walking up the aisle my heart was racing.  I couldn’t believe I was making my Confirma on.”  Olivia.   

“A er I was Confirmed I didn’t physically feel any different but I knew that The Holy Spirit was within  me,” Lucia.   

“I was so nervous when I was saying the First Reading, I didn’t realise I was talking in front of a huge  congrega on,” Mia.   

“My sponsor, Callum made me nervous because he asked me a lot of ques ons.  A er I was Confirmed I  felt very relaxed.  I am glad that I now have The Holy Spirit in me,” Ella.   

“A er Bishop Cur n Confirmed me I felt very special because I knew I was now an adult in the eyes of  the Catholic Church,” Holland.   

“I believe it was a wonderful way to complete my ini a on into the Church,” Emily.   

“A er the Mass, my family took many photos of me with my sponsor, Brigid.” Siana    11 “We would like to say a big thank you to Mr Spence for coming to our Confirma on and leading us in  the Introduc on.  We hope that this one was special for you.”    By 6 SG 

EDUCATION IN FAITH SPHERE

Family Week 2016 May 16 – 22 ‘CHAMPIONS FOR CHANGE’

This year, the theme for Family Week is ‘Champions for Change’, in recognition of the fact that our children can be champions of social justice as they are interested in how they are connected with, and can contribute to, the world. Teachers will be using an educational resource, The Teacher’s Guide to Family Week, to help the children to explore social justice issues in both Australia and around the world. This resource aims to help shape well-rounded and caring young people via educational activities that explore compassion, dignity, inclusion and responsibility. This year, we will yet again be asking for a gold coin donation from each child. Donations will help to fund refugee and settlement programmes.

The Family Week resources can be downloaded at: www.ccam.org.au/familyweek 12

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Brighten Your Corner Helen Steiner Rice We cannot all be famous Or be listed in "Who's Who," But every person, great or small, Has important work to do. For seldom do we realize The importance of small deeds, Or to what degree of greatness Unnoticed kindness leads. For it's not the big celebrity In a world of fame and praise, But it's doing unpretentiously In an undistinguished way. The work that God assigned to us, Unimportant as it seems, That makes our task outstanding, And brings reality to dreams. So do not sit and idly wish For wider, new dimensions where you can put into practice, Your many good intentions. But at the spot God placed you Begin at once to do, Little things to brighten up The lives surrounding you. If everybody brightened up The spot where their standing, By being more considerate, And a little less demanding. This dark old world would very soon Eclipse the evening star, If everybody brightened up The corner where they are!

Happy Mother’s Day to our beautiful Mums! 13

LEARNING AND TEACHING SPHERE HIGHLIGHTING THE LEARNING IN 1RL

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LEARNING AND TEACHING SPHERE SPECIALIST AWARDS CLASS

HEALTH & P.E

ITALIAN

PERFORMING ARTS

LIBRARY

FAV

Ava E

Emily S

Alek Y

Alek Y

FCC

Hugo D

Hugh B

Layla W

Nicholas S

1HW

Lola D

John A

Jessica V

Lucas L

1RL

Caeden A

Matea D

Leon B

Maddison W

2CR

Sol D

Hayley E

Oscar L

Alice B

2VM

Leah M

Bridget A

Curtis M

Ethan M

3JD

Alyssa D

Emily K

Stella S

Olivia C

3JK

Ruby M

Vincent T

Amy N

Heidi M

4KG

Kibrom K

Scarlett S

Jessica P

Audrey K

4MB

Grace G

Cooper A

Aaron G

Cindy L

5JM

Julian A

Julian A

Domenic S

Zach C

5NT

Bridget S

Aidan W

Matteo P

Will S

6SG

Emily S

Holland S

Ella P

Olivia H

6AH

Luke N

Milla Mc

Audrey L

Katelyn S

CHOIR What a beautiful job of singing at Confirmation choir! You sat quietly, listened attentively and sang with big, bright, beautiful voices. We were all very proud of you. Well done and thank you! Faye Nardella and Graham Spence, Choirmasters most proud!

CALL OUT FOR PROPS FOR THE MUSICAL If any of you have polystyrene/foam sheets, we are looking to use them as head pieces for the musical. Also, any strong boxes/cartons/strong cardboard to be used to create props. I am also looking for a small slide to uses as a prop on stage. Thanks, Faye Nardella.

INTER-SCHOOL SPORT Unfortunately, due to the weather, we did not play inter-school sports last week. Hopefully this week we will compete! 16 Simon Plumridge

COMMUNITY SPHERE ST MARY’S PLAYGROUP  St Mary’s playgroup is up and running for Term Two. Open to all pre-school babies, toddlers, children and their carers, it runs every second Friday during the term weeks, from 9 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. in the school hall. Entry is through the school office if the gate is not open. Bring a small plate of healthy food to share and enjoy a cuppa and a chat while the children play. Next Playgroup Date - Friday May 13th

Enquiries - Jacquie 0439824778

CANTEEN NEWS To Staff, Parents and Students, Wishing everyone a happy Mother’s Day and a safe weekend! Thank you to all those parents who have put their names down on our Canteen Roster, the Roster is nearly full. REMINDER THAT SUISHI’S ARE ONLY AVAILABLE ON A FRIDAY Menu for the Week Monday

Chicken Soup served with a crusty roll Penne Pasta with a Bolognese Sauce served with Parmesan Cheese Chicken Schnitzel Roll/Wrap

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Chicken Schnitzel Wrap/Roll Beef/Chicken Noodle Cups Chicken Soup served with a Crusty Roll

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Penne Pasta with a Bolognese Sauce served with Parmesan Cheese Chicken Soup served with a Crusty Roll

Canteen Helpers Monday

Wednesday No help needed due to Year 4 Camp

Friday Melissa Albers

Wishing everyone a wonderful week! Tracey and Maryanne

UNIFORM SHOP All of the new uniform is now available from the uniform shop on Friday mornings or afternoon. If you are unable to make this time, please feel free to put an order form in which can be printed from the school website and the order will be sent to your child’s class. Please remember cash or cheque only.

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ART AUCTION EVENING COORDINATOR/S WANTED PLEASE Finally the Parents and Friends have set a date for our major fundraiser this year the bi annual art auction. This will be held on Friday October 14 so mark the date in your diaries. Mary Lumb has kindly put her hand up to work with the children to create all the beautiful artwork for the night, (thanks again Mary), but we are looking for someone please to coordinate and organise the actual evening itself. If this is something you think you would like to do please contact either Kate Bate on 0410 807 716, Lisa Blackmore on 0408 121 637, or Elisa McDonald on [email protected] We have you our next meeting is Friday May 13 at 9 a.m. in the staff room so please feel free to attend - the more the merrier and we would love to hear your ideas on Fundraising. Thanks everyone Regards Parents and Friends Committee

LOCAL CENSUS JOBS NOW AVAILABLE Make a difference in your community and join Australia’s largest Logistical peacetime operation – the 2016 Census of Population and Housing. Census night is August 9, and the Australian Bureau of Statistics is right now looking for dedicated, enthusiastic self- starters to fill up to 6,900 Field Officer positions across Victoria. If you’re community minded and comfortable using a mobile or tablet device, the ABS wants to hear from you. Field Officers play a critical role by visiting households and ensuring everyone makes the Census count. They’ll also earn around $21 an hour and enjoy flexible, part-time work hours for up to 3 months. To do the job you’ll need to be a good communicator, reasonably fit, licensed to drive and able to travel and work independently. To apply or find more information, visit www.abs.gov.au/careers

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FAMILY CARE SISTERS 69 Alto Ave. Croydon. 3136 Phone: 03 9723 6797 Email: [email protected]

The Family Care Sisters facility at Croydon, offers wholis c care to all women (aged 20+ ‐70 yrs) who are in need of a peaceful environment, ‘ me out’, support or nurturing. Our residen al programme op‐ erates each week, Monday‐Friday (Feb.‐mid‐Dec). A daily group session is held on topics such as ‘relaxa on’, ‘well‐being’, ‘self‐awareness’, ‘boundaries’, etc. Cost: $175 (which can be paid in in‐ stalments). In 2016 we are trialling Day Programmes on topics such as “Boundaries”, “Dreams”, “Genograms”etc. For further informa on or to book in: contact us on Ph. 9723 6797. Web: www.familycaresisters.com.au Email: [email protected] Sugges on:  

 Cut out this no ce and place on your fridge…  

WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND 

Invest in your most precious asset......Your Marriage!  Forget life’s tensions and interruptions and rekindle the closeness, intimacy, love and romance that brought you together. Recharge your relationship batteries and explore the precious nature of your marriage, allowing you both to share your feelings, hopes and dreams with each other in ways that normal, daily living tends to inhibit.  There is no group sharing. Couples and a priest present the weekend. It is based around Catholic values but couples of all faiths are welcome. 

2016 Melbourne weekend dates: 17-19 June, 19-21 Aug, 11-13 Nov Starts 7 p.m. on Friday. Ends 5 p.m. Sunday. Accommodation and all meals provided.  Information/Bookings: PH: Marianne & Marcel (03) 9733 0997 :  Email: [email protected] Website:www.wwme.org.au 19

COMMUNITY SPHERE St Mary’s Catholic Primary School – Ascot Vale is pleased to be selling the 16|17 Entertainment™ Memberships as a fundraiser in 2016 – the memberships are now available to pre order! You can now choose between the traditional Entertainment™ Book or you can purchase the Digital Membership which puts the value of the Entertainment™ Book into your iPhone or Android smartphone, all for just $65! The Entertainment™ Memberships contain over 800 valuable 2-for-1 and 25% off offers for many of the best restaurants, attractions, hotels and retailers in Melbourne. Each Membership sold raises $13 for St Mary’s Catholic Primary School – Ascot Vale to help us raise much needed funds. Please show your support by visiting the link below and purchasing your membership today: www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/18652ml For any enquiries please contact: Sonia Harris on 0438 150 674

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COMMUNITY SPHERE

Join School Banking on an outback adventure! This year’s programme is themed the Outback Savers and School Banking is taking  students on a wild adventure through the Canyon of Savings, where they’ll learn to  master smart savings habits.    For every deposit made at school, no ma er how big or small, students will receive  a silver Dollarmites token. Once students have individually collected 10 tokens they  can redeem them for exclusive School Banking reward items in recogni on of their  regular savings habits. There are 2 new items released each term so be sure to  keep an eye out for them.   

Exci ng new Term 2 rewards with an Outback Savers theme are now available, while stocks last!  

Mud Splat Handball

Outback Pat Bag Tag

Win a wildlife family adventure holiday to Australia Zoo! This year School Banking is giving students the chance to win a family trip for up to  two adults and three children to explore Australia Zoo and meet Bindi and Robert  Irwin.   

Students who make 15 or more School Banking deposits by the end of Term 3,  2016 will be automa cally entered into the draw. This is another great way to   mo vate students to save regularly and reach their savings goals.     If you would like to know more about School Banking, please ask for a 2016 School Banking program informa on pack from the school office. 

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CONTACT DETAILS SCHOOL 74 Roseberry Street Ascot Vale VIC 3032 P: 03 9370 1194 F: 03 9370 1068 E: [email protected] W: www.smascotvale.catholic.edu.au W: www.s

PARISH Parish Priest: Father Justin Ford 123 St Leonards Road Ascot Vale VIC 3032 P: 03 9370 6688 F: 03 9370 9112 E: [email protected] W: www.stmaryschurch.org.au

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