2022: Week 10, Term 3

Principal's Message

Dear JB Parents & Carers

It has been a very special week for our JB students who received the Sacrament of Confirmation this week. We welcome Archbishop Anthony Fisher and Bishop Terry Brady to our Parish to share in this special celebration. Thank you to each family who has supported the program and enriched the lives of your children with our shared faith. 

REFLECTION - GOSPEL

Our God has given us very many gifts in this life. That is the point - often, we come to see these gifts as our right- and for those who don’t have our good fortune, well too bad for them……….So the story of Lazarus and the rich man, whom we call “Dives”. We are called to reflect on how we share the gifts our God has given to us. If we say “These gifts are mine - I worked for them. I deserve them, and I intend to use them just for myself”  perhaps our God will say - “Have you read the story of Lazarus and Dives?” Worth reading you know.

I THANK GOD

For the teenager who is not doing the dishes but watching TV, because that means he or she is at home and not on the streets. For the taxes I pay, because it means I am employed. For the clothes that fit too snug, because it means I have enough to eat. For my shadow that watches me work, because it means I am in the sunshine. For the lawns that need mowing, windows that need cleaning and gutters that need fixing, because it means that I have a home. For the parking spot I find at the end of the car park, because it means I am capable of walking and that I have been blessed with transportation.

TERM 4 UNIFORM EXPECTATIONS

The correct wearing of school uniform is a demonstration of pride in an individual and their school. It has been noticeable as we have progressed through the term that many students have been wearing incorrect school uniform - socks are of a particular concern, as well as tracksuit pants and hats. 

As we move into Term 4, students will wear FULL SUMMER UNIFORM. This can begin from Week 1. 

A reminder that anklet socks that cannot be seen above the shoe line are not permitted. White school sport socks must be worn as part of the summer sports uniform. 

Correct socks for boys (JB socks with the red and white stripe) and girls (white socks purchased from Lowes) are the only socks permitted to be worn as part of the summer uniform. 

Each child must have a hat to wear to school each day. Boys will also be reminded to have their shirts tucked in on school uniform days. Please ensure that your child is wearing their full school uniform correctly and with pride as they enter the school each day. 

Notes will be sent home to families of students who wear incorrect uniform from the beginning of Term 4. Let's all work together to demonstrate pride and respect for our school - thank you for your support in advance. 

FAREWELL

This week we farewell Miss Milena Klickovic who will be moving on from JB and 2 Ruby in particular. Miss Klickovic has been a valued member of the JB staff for many years and enriched the lives of so many students and their families. We thank Miss Klickovic for her years of dedication and wish her every success as she endevours on new projects. 

Wishing each and every one of our families a restful and peaceful holiday break. Looking forward to seeing everyone in Term 4!

Mr Brendan O'Connor  Principal

Assistant Principal News

Dear Parents,

As we approach the end of term, it is timely for us to stop and reflect on what a wonderful term it has been. Term 3 has seen fantastic student growth and learning in all areas, celebration of NAPLAN results for Year 3 & 5, fun times on excursions for many grades, Science Incursions for all grades, CPR Training for Year 6, Open Classrooms, Book Week Parades, Father’s Day BBQ, Grade and Class Masses, Confirmation Masses and so much more. The students are to be congratulated on their efforts and love of learning - it is evident every single day. 

Term 4 will begin on Monday 10th October. I hope you all have a wonderful break as a family, and enjoy quality time together. 

Assembly - K-2 Friday 14th October   

We will have a K-2 Assembly in the church from 2pm. Parents are welcome to attend. Any students due to receive a badge will be notified via email. 

Term 4 Sports Uniform Days for all classes

Reminder: Family Support Worker

Lisa (Our Family Support Worker) is able to offer free confidential support for families going through challenging times. She can help you and your family with issues you may be facing, including some of the following:

• Child behaviour concerns
• Domestic and family violence
• Advocacy and referrals
• Financial hardship
• NDIS
• Traumatic events
• Housing stress

Lisa is available every Friday and can be contacted directly on - 0419 223 677 or via email - lisa.harris@catholiccare.org 

Please feel free to contact Lisa directly for further information or to make an appointment. 

Once again, thank you for your continued support and partnership. 

Natali Tomic  Assistant Principal

Facebook

Be sure to like our school Facebook Page - we will be regularly posting some of the exciting things taking place at JB. 

https://www.facebook.com/jbbonnyrigg

Family Educator News

Parent SPaR-

Catch up and Cuppa-

Resumes Term 4 Week 2-

Don’t you deserve ten minutes of conversation and coffee to begin your busy week? Come along and join us in the Gallery at 9am on Monday mornings- We would love to see some new faces- and bring a friend!!

JB Juniors- FUN FOR PRESCHOOLERS!

Tuesdays Even weeks of term

Now also on WEDNESDAYS in odd weeks.

This Playtime group begins at 8.50am in the Morning in the demountable classroom on the top playground. We share a prayer, a story/craft and playtime.

It is open to children aged 0-5 years. Parents are responsible for the supervision of their children at all times. We finish approximately 10am and you are welcome to come to either or BOTH days each fortnight.

Please let gate staff know you are attending this event when entering the grounds.

Year 12 Prayer Partner Gifts Delivered

On Friday 16th September, some of our Students visited Freeman to deliver Year 12 Prayer gift packs. Together with Mary Immaculate, Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Marion Primary Schools we were able to provide a small gift with Prayer and Affirmation Cards and  a Bracelet with a unique bible quote engraved on it. We will keep the students and their families in our prayers as they prepare for this busy and challenging  time. Some students will undertake exams, some will move onto new jobs and apprenticeships. We pray for their success. 

Thought for the week:

Spring- a time for new beginnings- and haven’t we all had a few of those lately!! 

The Spring holidays are upon us- a time of renewal after a long winter. Try some spring cleaning for your spirit  also! Throw away any negative thoughts or anything that does not serve you a joyful purpose-(or even clean out a cupboard and enjoy the feeling of being able to donate something that will bring joy to someone else).  I  recently moved house after almost 35 years. A LOT of physical  decluttering happened  there and BIG CHANGE after a long time. Embrace the new opportunities this presents. Encourage the children to sort through any unwanted toys or belongings-we know that Christmas is coming and many will likely be replaced. Clear some room in your LIFE for  GOD too!

Don’t forget to check out local council holiday activities and if travelling- be safe. We look forward to a busy and exciting Term 4.

Tina Dunn  Family Educator

Find the latest John the Baptist church bulletin  HERE

Literacy News

Literacy Corner Term 3 Week 10

Last Week 5 Gold enjoyed a delicious ice cream buffet as their reward for winning the Winter Reading Challenge. 

They were the winning class because their students submitted the most amount of entries.  The students enjoyed eating their favourite flavours of ice cream with a variety of toppings such as lollies, chocolates, sprinkles and much more. 

Congratulations to 5 Gold for all their reading efforts.

5G Winter Reading Challenge Reward

Lexile Reading

The word count for Term 3 Lexile Reading will continue throughout the holidays.  Children are encouraged to keep reading over the holidays and continue to increase their word count totals.  I have been keeping a close eye on the data for each class and there are lots of children in the running to win the Term 3 Lexile Medals.  Remember you have to be in it to win it!

Holiday Reading Challenge

Never fear,

Spring is here,

Time to enjoy a good book,

Find your favourite nook!

Books can take you to a fantastic place,

An amazing book you cannot replace!

This week all students will be taking home the JB Spring Reading Challenge.  Once again we have lots of fantastic prizes to be won.  We have class winners, major prize winners and even prizes for the class that returns the highest number of entries.  All entries are due back by Thursday Week 1.  Good luck and happy reading everyone!

Remember: READ, READ, READ!

Teresa Wojtowicz  Literacy Coordinator

Numeracy News

Congratulations to everyone on a tremendous term of learning. It is great to see so many people enjoying and thriving in their learning of Mathematics. 

Please remember to continue accessing the Numerical Acumen Semester 2 challenge. Continue to persist in your learning and to practice, practice, practice!

The Numerical Acumen Semester Two Challenge A 2022

Monday August 8, 2022 to Friday November 11, 2022

Michael Hobson  Numeracy Coordinator

Library News

Save the Date

We are looking forward to hosting a Scholastic Book Fair at JB in term 4. The fair will be held during week 2 (17th-21st October). All children brought home an invitation to the Book Fair. Keep this at home as a reminder, it is a great way to ‘encourage’ your child to earn money to shop at the Book Fair!

Borrowing eBooks - Great for Holiday Reading!

Don’t forget, all students in years 2-6 with a CeNet login can borrow and read eBooks through Oliver Library.

Go to: oliver.jbbonnyrigg.catholic.edu.au

Need help with borrowing eBooks? Watch Mrs Fedrigo’s video!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmsKo5-8gE4

If you are reading on your iPad, you might also like to download the Sora app (don’t forget, the school to select is ACEN Member Collection)

Natalie Fedrigo  Teacher/Librarian

Sport News

Dance Fever Challenge  

On Wednesday 7th September,  our Year 4 and Year 6 students participated in the Dance Fever Challenge at Homebush. It was a fantastic night full of dance and fun. Congratulations to the following students who were winners on the night.

Foxtrot Results

1st: Liam Bushby and Jacinta Naamo

2nd: Danijela Hambrook and Daniella Orlando, Leon Macnamara and Antonia Laguzza

3rd Bruno Dileo and Sofia Cirjak

Cha Cha Results

2nd: Isabella Conte and Kartia Russell, Tannum Diacono and Sofia Marciano

3rd: Liam Bushby and Jacinta Naamo

Our Year 4 students were crowned overall winners on the night.  

Congratulations to all the students who participated on the night.  We are all very proud of you!

Frances Oliverio  Sports Coordinator

Dance Fever Photos

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Swimming Changes 

Due to School of Rock and our SDD in Week 4, there has been a slight change to the swimming timetable.  Please read through the timetables below.

Swimming Lesson Timetable 2022

SWIMMING LESSON DATES

Notes from The Office

CHANGE OF DETAILS 

As part of your child’s ongoing enrolment, it is important to update any changes to your family details as soon as they occur.  This is particularly vital for mobile phone numbers, emergency contact phone numbers, email addresses, residential addresses and occupation details.  If you or your emergency contact have updated any of these details throughout the year, please complete the necessary changes via the Change of Personal Details Form, link here: https://forms.gle/sPnhJpvib8Etg8qX8

A gentle reminder, should any of these details change throughout the year, for your convenience this form is available via your Compass portal under School Favourites.

Thank you for your assistance in ensuring the school has the most accurate information for your family.

LEAVING STUDENTS 

As we are approaching our final term, we request any family that may be leaving JB at the end of the school year, to kindly advise the office at the earliest.  A Cessation of Enrolment form will be required to be completed and returned to the office by Week 4 next term, if possible. Please call or email to inform the office on info@jbbonnyrigg.catholic.edu.au if your family is in this position.

SICK CHILDREN 

We ask for your ongoing assistance to please keep child/ren home if they are showing any signs of illness. It is also important to remind your child/ren to practice good hygiene habits, particularly while at school.

Thank you for your understanding & support in this matter.

CLOTHING POOL

Our office gratefully accepts donations of second hand school uniform items for our clothing pool.  It would be appreciated if these donations are of good quality only.  Please note, we cannot accept donations of socks or stockings. It would also be of great assistance if prior to donation, to please ensure names are removed from the clothing items. 

We thank all our families for their generous donations. 

2022 SCHOOL FEES

Dear Parents,

As you are aware, your 2022 School Fee Statements have been emailed to you. It would be appreciated if your payments are made by the scheduled dates as listed on your statement.

Payments can be made by BPAY, Compass Parent Portal, Cash, Eftpos or Centrepay.

Please contact the office if you did not receive your statement, or have any queries in relation to your fees.

Your co-operation is greatly appreciated.

2023 SIBLING RANK 

As part of your child/ren’s ongoing enrolment, it is important the school maintains accurate records of ALL children within a family who enrolled in a Sydney Archdiocese Catholic Primary or High School.

Please complete this form via this link Student Sibling Rank Form to determine the correct School Fees (Sibling Discount) and Building Levy for your child/ren in 2023.  If you have not completed this form, we ask this to be submitted immediately to ensure accurate billing for your family in 2023. If you would prefer to complete this via a paper form, please contact the office and we will be happy to send it home with your eldest child.  

Should you have any queries in relation to any of the above, please do not hesitate to contact the office on 9823 5042 or email info@jbbonnyrigg.catholic.edu.au for assistance.

Awards

Congratulations to the following students on achieving their badges:

Dates to Remember