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St. Michael’s Primary School

PO Box 93, Davis Street, HEYFIELD VIC 3858 Phone: (03) 5148 2514 Fax: (03) 5148 3078 principal@stmheyfield.catholic.edu.au

ABN 32 427 767 599

DIARY DATES JUNE

Monday 13th Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday Friday 17th Movie Night 5.30pm Tuesday 21st Parent Teacher Interviews Annual Giving Mass 9:30am Wednesday 22nd Parent Teacher Interviews Friday 24th Last Day of Term - 2pm dismissal JULY

Monday 11th First Day of Term 3 Wednesday 20th Scholastic Book Fair Thursday 21st Scholastic Book Fair Dear Parents Usually when commencing at a new school the first job is to see who the school is named after in the Catholic tradition. St Michael the Archangel wasn’t known as a saint, but rather an angel, and the leader of all angels and of the army of God. This is what the title “Archangel” means, that he is above all the others in rank. St Michael has four main responsibilities or offices, as we know from scripture and Christian tradition. The first is to combat Satan. The second is to escort the faithful to heaven at their

hour of death. The third is to be a champion of all Christians, and

the church itself. And the fourth is to call men from life on Earth to

their heavenly judgment. St Michael is not featured often in scripture but as you can see he led a life of faith dedicated to helping others and to work towards a peaceful and loving world.

This week we held Open Days at St Michael's. Even though it was fairly quiet it was a nice opportunity to speak to a couple of new perspective families. I understand and have spoken to a number of families about wanting to know the operations and staffing of our school for the future. While I can’t and don’t have information to share , I can say that it is a work in progress and hopefully families will be receiving information in the near future. We have a fantastic school here at St Michael’s. Personally, I am enjoying being part of the community, we have a lovely school that looks out for another. At Wednesday nights Parents and Friends Meeting the main topic was the organisation of the upcoming Movie Night. Children, friends and families are invited to a free screening of Disney’s “Zootopia”. This is created by the makers of “Frozen” and “Big Hero 6”. Children are invited to buy a supper pack for $8 which will provide hot food, a drink and some treats. Please come along and show support for the school. It will be a great night where families can come together before the end of term. Parents will be able to have a free tea and coffee and we ask that a guardian remains with children during the film. Supper will commence at 5:30pm and the movie will start at 6pm. We have a long weekend to look forward to. I hope it is a relaxing one for all families. See you all next Tuesday. Jason

NEWSLETTER No. 14

Friday, 10th June, 2016

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SCHOOL COUNSELLOR

St Michael’s is pleased to offer a free school counsellor for students, parents and teachers. Martin Burnell will continue to work at school every Wednesday until 12.30pm. Families wishing to meet with Martin are asked to make contact with the school office P/1 USING TECHNOLOGY

As you can see by these photos the P/1 are embracing their learning by using the class iPads. They were all thoroughly engaged with the new apps that Mr Cooper has been busy installing. The app “Doodle Buddy” was a real hit with students in Prep practising the formation of their letters. Year one students were using it as a maths tool and were skip counting and writing three digit numerals.

SENIOR DRAMA PERFORMANCE Each week until the end of the term the Year 4/5/6 students will be showcasing their work that they have been developing in class this semester. One group will perform their play at assembly each week. All family and friends are invited to come and support our senior drama students. Mrs Cook

ICY POLES SRC will continue to sell Icy Poles on Fridays at lunchtime. Zooper Doopers are $1 each, Cyclones and Paddle Pops are $2.00 each. Icy Poles will not be sold on cold and wet days.

Damien & Carmel Forrester would like to

announce the safe arrival of their new baby

boy Zenith Michael, born May 31, 2016 at

11.26am 3650g (8lb) 52cm

PICK UP ON DAVIS STREETWe are looking at ways to ensure student safety when they are picked up or dropped off from Davis Street. Please be advised of the following:

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PRAYER

Children's Prayer for Parents Dear Lord! Fill our parents with Thy choicest blessings; enrich their souls with Thy holy grace; grant that they may faithfully and constantly guard that likeness to Thy union with Thy Church, which Thou didst imprint upon them on their wedding day. Fill them with Thy spirit of holy fear, which is the beginning of wisdom; inspire them to impart it to their children. May they ever walk in the way of Thy commandments, and may we their children be their joy on earth and their crown of glory in heaven. Finally, Lord God, grant that both our father and mother may attain to extreme old age and enjoy continuous health in mind and body. May they give Thee abundant thanks because Thou bast bestowed upon them the great gift of parenthood. Amen

ANNUAL GIVING MASS On Tuesday 21st June (last week Of Term 2) We will celebrate our Annual Giving Mass for the St Vincent de Paul Society. Each Classroom has boxes to collect non-perishable food items, toiletries and blankets. Please join us at the 9:30am Mass on 21st June, where we will present our items to local Vinnie members. I wonder which classroom will collect the most items???

LOST & FOUND Are you missing a book? A black covered book has been handed into the office, it was found in the schoolyard a week or so ago. If you can correctly identify this book you can claim it from the office.

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating their birthday this week. Lachlan W. 12th June Harry R. 14th June

CHURCH CLEANING ROSTER Remember the church key is always available from Timberline so you can clean the church and support our parish at a time convenient to you.

Tohara & Durrand Familes 13th June

Wardle & Trinh Familes 20th June

St Michael’s School

Church Cleaning Roster

Tasks: Arrange a mutual time to clean the

church. Church key to be picked up from

and returned to, school office or Timberline General Store.

Vacuum all carpet areas including the sacristy (which is the room on the right of the altar)

Lift kneelers and vacuum under-neath including any cobwebs. Then place kneelers back down and vacuum the kneelers.

Dust the seats only

Check the vacuum cleaner bag and change when required. When on to the second last bag (found in cupboard in room left of the al-tar) please let Majella Moss know so that she may purchase new bags.

Toilet: please clean and place rub-bish in outside school bin. Check that there is a toilet cleaner, toi-let paper and hand towel availa-ble. (Please let Majella Moss know when more needs to be purchased.)

NB. The ladies of the Parish organise the flowers and dust everywhere else.