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DIARY DATES – PLEASE SEE APP FOR MORE DETAILS

Friday 28th September 2.00pm Assembly – Kinder presenting & Public Speaking Champions and runners up will received their medals and Champions will recite their speech. Term 3 concludes – Happy Holidays!

Monday 15th October Term 4 commences

EVERY Thursday 18 October – 13 December

Kinder, Years 1 and 2 Swimming Program. Click here for checklist

If you have had your child assessed (and they do not swim at PLC) please try and get this assessment done in the holidays Contact PLC

on 43258123 to arrange a time. Monday 22nd October 7.30pm Sacrament of Reconciliation Program Information Night See below for details

Saturday 27th October Trivia Night (PRG event) Click here for details

Friday 2nd November “Spooky” Disco – Volunteers are needed for this event to go ahead – email sjbww@dbb.catholic.edu.au if you would like to assist at either session Click here

VACATION CARE PROGRAMME Click here BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 0481 602 082

Cowan & Lewis October Warehouse Trading Hours click here

2019 Dates Tuesday 29 January Teacher’s Return

P.M. Years 1 – 6 Maths Assessment Interviews

Kinder Best Start Interviews

Wednesday 30 January Years 1 – 6 Maths Assessment Interviews

Kinder Best Start Interviews

Thursday 31 January Years 1 – 6 Maths Assessment Interviews

Kinder Best Start Interviews

Friday 1 February Years 1 – 6 Term 1 Commences

Kinder Best Start Interviews

Monday 4 February Kinder Term 1 Commences

Going on holidays for more than 10 days – complete this form

Application for Exemption (10+ days)

Medication (This form must be completed by a medical practitioner if any medication is required at

school. Click here for form

New CANTEEN MENU out – Click here

Changes to MORNING bus No. 58 (click here) and 2028 (click here)

CONTACT US

Phone: 4341 0884 Fax: 4344 5049

Email: sjbww@dbb.catholic.edu.au

Website: www.sjbwoywoy.dbb.org.au

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Parent Representative Group Email: sjbprg@gmail.com

Please check the Skoolbag App for up to date event

information. Also visit our website

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2018 TERM 3 WEEK 10

CATHOLIC LIFE AND MISSION…

This Sunday we continue to read from the Gospel of Mark (MK 9:38-43, 45, 47-48). In the

Gospel reading, the disciple John questions Jesus about an unknown person who was driving out demons in Jesus’ name. John’s question may have been motivated by jealousy as he and

the other disciples have previously compared themselves to others who seem to have

greater healing power.

The disciples observed that the unknown person invoked Jesus’ name and was successful in his healing efforts. This unknown healer recognised the power of Jesus’ name, yet he was

not a follower of Jesus. In his reply to his disciples, Jesus acknowledges that deeds of faith can precede the words of faith. He also teaches that the disciples should not be reluctant to

share Jesus’ healing powers with others.

The second part of Gospel contains a strong message for those who share the responsibility of nurturing faith. It reminds us that faith is a lifelong journey toward God. We don’t always

get it all or even get it right. But we pray for the grace to acknowledge and build upon even the smallest signs of faith, in ourselves and in others. There are plenty of obstacles that

might prevent the growth of faith. Let us pray that we are not contributing to the obstacles that might hinder another person’s faith in Jesus.

What's coming up? Week 10 Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th September: Classes will attend Exposition of the

Blessed Sacrament.

Save the Dates

Monday 22nd October (Term 4, Week 2):

Sacrament of Reconciliation Information and Enrolment Night

(Year 2 students or older students who are wanting to make this sacrament).

This will be held at the Walter Baker Hall at 7:30pm.

Classes will then run for 4 weeks beginning the week of November 5th 2018.

Friday 2nd November (9:00am - 4:00pm):

A Parent Retreat ~ Ancient Wisdom, Contemporary Lives

St Joseph’s Spirituality Centre

8 Humphrey’s Rd, Kincumber South

Cost: $20 suggested donation (pay on the day)

** Click here for flyer – RSVP 20th October.

God Bless,

Amanda Dillon

Religious Education Coordinator

PLENARY COUNCIL 2020

Together, we are on a journey of listening to God by listening to one another. All people are invited to

engage in Listening and Dialogue encounters - which are an open and inclusive experience of listening,

dialogue and discernment about the future of the Catholic Church in Australia.

WHAT DO YOU THINK GOD IS ASKING OF US IN AUSTRALIA AT THIS TIME?

Everyone's experience of faith and the Church is unique and it is important that the Plenary Council hear

responses from as many people as possible. Your voice is important. Speak boldly and with passion, listen

with an open and humble heart. With faith and guided by God's Holy Spirit, we journey together, toward

the future.

Please don't miss the opportunity to be heard and to voice your opinions.

Please contact Mrs Stephanie Fatone (Stephanie.fatone@dbb.catholic.edu.au) or Mrs Amanda Dillon

(Amanda.dillon@dbb.catholic.edu.au) if you are interested to find out more.

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION PROGRAMME

The Catholic Parish of Woy Woy Peninsula is about to start a programme for Baptised Catholic

children, (who have also been Confirmed), to prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The

Information Night for parents will be held on Monday 22nd October 2018 at 7.30pm in the

Walter Baker Hall, 100 Blackwall Rd Woy Woy. . Enrolment forms will be available on this night

only. Enq: Dorothy Fulton (Sacramental Programme Coordinator) 4341 7610 or Parish Office 4341

1073.

Click here for the Parish Bulletin

Come join us for Children's Liturgy of the Word 9:15 am Mass

St John the Baptist Parish, Woy Woy Peninsula For ages 5-12 years / Operates most 2nd, 3rd 4th Sundays of the month excluding Christmas holidays.

Further enquires contact Christine French 4342 4548

FROM THE PRINCIPAL….

Concert and Training Bands

The Concert Band recently performed at the Hive at Erina Fair, providing entertaining music

to an appreciative audience.

Also this week the Concert and Training Bands have performed for our students and the

improvement displayed is encouraging.

Click here for photos

Public Speaking Finals

This year, all the students from K-6 at St John the Baptist competed in the annual Public

Speaking competition. All the students should be proud of their efforts in creating, editing,

practising and presenting their speeches. The 6 highest scoring speeches from each grade

competed in the finals last week in the hall. The standard was very high and the

adjudicators had the difficult challenge of awarding a Champion and Runner Up. All students

should be congratulated for their hard work!

The Champions and Runners Up are

Year Champion Runner Up

Year 6 Charlie F 6G Lian S 6G / Emily R 6B

Year 5 Emily J 5B Ruby W 5R

Year 4 Annabella G 4B Joseph K 4R

Year 3 India O 3B Jasmine O 3B

Year 2 Annika R 2R Georgina F 2R / Daisy K 2B

Year 1 Daniel D 1R Charlize F 1B

Kinder Ruby C KR Rosalie D KG

At this Friday’s assembly champions for each grade will receive their medal and finalists will

receive a certificate. Champions will then present their speech to the whole assembly.

ICAS English Competition

Last term 14 children participated in the ICAS English competition. We congratulate all

children on their achievements, especially the following students:

Merit: Year 3: Kalilah F, Pickering C, Year 4: Amara H Credit: Year 4: Ruby B, Year 5: Matilda G, Isabel L, Ruby W,

Year 6: William H, Ella S. Distinction: Year 4: Adam O; Year 6: Lian S.

Reading

Throughout the school holidays, it is vital that every child maintain the routine of reading

every night. Mrs Adcock, our literacy coach, has put together some helpful tips to support

your child’s reading at home, which I am attaching.

Click here

Merit Awards

Congratulations to the children who received merit awards at our assembly in week 6.

Click here for photos

Silver and Gold Awards

Congratulations to the children who have reached their Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards.

Click here for photos

Assistant Principal Awards

Congratulations to the children who have reached their Assistant Principal Award. This is the

fourth level in our behavior award system with only one more level to achieve.

Click here for photos

May we all be open to the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Nicole Cumming

DEBATING NEWS!

On Tuesday 25th September, the SJB debating team completed in their 4th debate. The debate topic

was “Should the Government Censor the Internet?” We had the challenge of arguing that the

Government shouldn’t censor the internet. The team all worked extremely hard to prepare their

debate, giving up numerous break times. In debating, the hardest challenge is rebutting but the SJB

rebuttals were excellent. They were strong, well thought out and they executed them

effectively. This debate results were the closest we had experienced; with only 1 point

difference. Although we didn’t win this debate, the students are to be commended on their

dedication and professionalism.

Throughout the year, Lian, Marco, Will, Charlie and Ellie have all committed their time and effort

into researching, preparing and practising their debates. They consistently represented the school

with pride and should be congratulated for their efforts and commitment. Well done!

Emily Adcock

Literacy Coach

Year 3 and 4 Soccer/Netball Gala Day

On Tuesday the 18th September the Year 3 and 4 teachers had the privilege of accompanying the Year 3 and 4 students

to the Gala Day at Baker Park, Wyong. We were blessed with excellent weather and it was great to see the children

given the opportunity to play anywhere between 5 and 7 games throughout the day. It was especially pleasing to see some

try a game that they had not previously played. During the day the children demonstrated good behaviour and competed

fairly with many teams having quite successful days.

Thanks must also go to the various parent helpers who helped manage teams and also to those who gave up their time to

support the children. Well done SJB.

Click here for Years 5 and 6 Gala Day photos

It’s been a busy term for Year 3 with 2 excursions! Earlier this term, year 3 went to Sydney to take part in The Rocks Walking Tour as part of History and Geography units.

We got to see how people used to live in the past and how the area has changed over time. We also visited the Ken Done Art Gallery and enjoyed seeing the artworks up close of one of

Australia’s most well known artists.

This week, we walked to our Church and had a “behind the scenes” tour and found out lots of interesting information and history about not only this Church, but our Parish. We also enjoyed walking around and seeing different parts of Woy Woy, including the different services and facilities that we have so we can use this in Geography to compare

to a location in the country. Thank you to the teachers and parents who attended on both these excursions and to Mary from the Parish who shared her love of our Church with us.

LIBRARY CORNER

Recently in Library, Fernando displayed his Bookworm house, made to celebrate Book Week. Thanks Fernando – what a great

idea for a Book Week competition next year.

Overdue books

Some students have library books that are overdue - some very overdue. These books need to be

returned as quickly as possible. Notices for overdue books were sent out this week. If a book has

been lost we do appreciate a contribution toward replacing it (usually $10). If the book is new or cost

more, the replacement cost would be higher. Please understand that every effort is made to ensure

the overdue notices are correct.

If however, you believe a book has been returned, please contact me as soon as possible

so that your child’s borrowing can continue. Thanks so much for your assistance with this.

Why is it so important to keep reading to our children as long as possible?

An article by Margaret Merga (from Murdoch University) outlines why we should keep reading to our

kids, even after they are able to read independently. Well worth a read!

One way to begin sharing books with your child is to start with your own favourite books. Remember

to read throughout the holiday break to avoid the ‘reading slide’. Years 3-6 are allowed to borrow

Library books over the break.

Ann Hall, Teacher Librarian

CANTEEN… Open every day.

Orders can be made on Flexischools click here

Canteen Menu click here

The canteen is now being supported by Baker’s Delight Umina

Beach. It would be wonderful if we could return the support of

this local business.

Thank you to everyone who volunteers to assist in the canteen. You are very much

appreciated. If you would like to become a volunteer please let me know by either

emailing the school (sjbww@dbb.catholic.edu.au) or come in and say “hello” after 8.30am.

Fridays are particularly busy so any help given will be welcomed – even if your assistance

is only for an hour or two, say at 9am and 1pm.

USEFUL INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

For day to day events and details visit our Skoolbag App

Please refer to the school website for more information: www.sjbwoywoy.dbb.org.au

Or click on the links below:

Our School

Faith and Mission

Learning and Teaching

Student Wellbeing

School Community

News and Events

Enrolments and Contacts Overdue on your school fees account? Contact Fees Liaison Team

Telephone: 9847 0728 Email: schoolfees@dbb.org.au

COMMUNITY NOTICES… WOYTOPIA FESTIVAL: SUNDAY 14 OCTOBER Don't miss the Woytopia sustainable living festival at Woy Woy South Public School on Sunday 14 October, 9am-3pm. Live music, talks, eco-market stalls, delicious food, lots of children's fun and more. See Woytopia on Facebook or woytopia.info

SCHOOL HOLIDAY TENNIS CAMP NOTICE

Where: UMINA TENNIS, Umina When: Monday 8th - Friday 12th October Time: 9am-3pm (gates open @ 8am)

Cost: Wk $80, ½ Day Wk $50, Full Day $25, ½ Day $15 7am drop off plus breakfast available on request

Included: Racquets, Sausage Sizzle Thursday, Prizes Friday The camp will be predominately tennis with other activities such as soccer, cricket, basketball etc to keep the children occupied. The camps are heldwet or fine with indoor activities provided. Bookings recommended but aren’t essential. All enquiries can be

made by phoning Kristy 0410 828 278