2024: Week 2, Term 3

Principal's Message

Dear JB Parents and Carers

REFLECTION - GOSPEL 

In this weekend's Gospel, Jesus begins to prepare that they might come to believe in the Blessed Eucharist,the “BREAD OF HEAVEN”.How strongly do we believe? Do we hunger and thirst after this food? Or, God forbid, is ourt attitude one of“take it or leave it”? “I am the BREAD OF HEAVEN”, says Jesus.

Patience is  the Character of God. God is slow to anger and full of mercy. God continues to LOVE US, and forgive us time after time. Patience is a gift from God. When Peter asked Jesus how many times we should forgive our brother, Jesus answered saying: 'I do not say to you, up to seven times, but seventy seven times'. Our message from the Gospel this week is very clear - let us try  to REMEMBER to be PATIENT in all circumstances.

PUPIL FREE DAY - MONDAY AUGUST 12

As mentioned in our short Week 1 newsletter, there will be a Staff Development Day on Monday August 12 - Week 4. On this day, students will not be at school, and return to school on TUESDAY AUGUST 13. 

Staff will gather with other schools across the network to engage in English and Mathematics professional learning. Thank you for your understanding and support. 

SYDNEY FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS

Congratualations to our Boys Soccer Team who were crowned SCS Sydney Football Champions after an exciting Grand Final win yesterday at Sydney United Football Centre. 

Our JB boys defeated Randwick 2-1 in a match that was both exilarating and nerve inducing at the same time! The boys displayed incredible skill and determination in achieving the final result. 

Special thanks to Mr Abdal who supported the team for months throughout the competition. The boys are so grateful for the support of all the parents and teachers who were by their side. Thanks also to Mr and Mrs Corvelo for their support of our amazing girls team who also had a very successful competition. 

Mr O'Connor  Principal

Assistant Principal News

Assistant Principal Leave

I will be on leave from Wednesday 19/6 to Wednesday 07/8. During this leave period, Mr McInerney will be Acting Assistant Principal. 

I look forward to seeing everyone on my return. 

With thanks, 

Mrs Natali Tomic  Assistant Principal 

Religion News

Religious Education Newsletter Term 3 Week 2

Grandparent’s Day 2024

 Saint Anne and Saint Joachim Feast Day 26th July 

“Saints Joachim and Anne were part of a long chain of people who had transmitted their love for God, expressed in the warmth and love of family life” - Pope Francis 

On Thursday 26th July, we welcomed our Grandparents to join us to celebrate St Anne for our Grandparents Day Liturgy. Saint Anne and Saint Joachim are revered as the parents of Mary, and Jesus’ grandparents, on this feast day we celebrate all grandparents. On Grandparents Day, we honour Saint Anne and Saint Joachim, the loving grandparents of Jesus. Their faith, kindness, and guidance inspire us all. 

We came together to celebrate the important role Grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren. Our Grandparents are a light for us on our journey. They encourage us, give us wisdom and provide us with endless love each and every day. Thank you to all grandparents for showing us the importance of family and faith. Thank you to all who came to join us in celebrating together as a school community. 

In the spirit of this special day, our school community extends heartfelt gratitude to all grandparents and special people in our lives. Your unwavering support and dedication are a testament to the values of love, compassion, and faith that we hold dear.

God Bless, 

Mrs Felysha Knight  Acting Religious Education Coordinator 

Grandparent's Day

Family Educator News

Family Educator  Term 3  Week 2

Parent Catch up CUPPA- Monday mornings in the demountable classroom. 

Coffee machine will be on early! 

Please consider coming along for a quick cuppa on a Monday morning. We often share a VERY SHORT and light reflection (ten minutes TOPS) followed by a cuppa and chat that lasts until you are ready to go home and face the week ahead!

JB Juniors on every Wednesday

Children aged 0-5 years are welcome to join us at playgroup from 8.50am. 

Wednesday 6th August -No playgroup due to MINI Olympics

Wednesday 13th August- DR Suess- Did I Ever tell you how Lucky you are? (Gratitude)

   We pray, sing and share a story together before a craft activity. All are welcome to attend and this is a great opportunity for parents to meet each other and the children to make friends before starting school, building friendships and connections with each other in a faith filled space.

PRAYER PARTNERS for Freeman Year 12 students NEEDED PLEASE!!! 

If you would like to be a Prayer partner for a Year 12 student please fill in your details on the form HERE- and a prayer postcard will be sent home to you in an envelope which you can reuse to return it to me

Each year we encourage our JB families to complete a card for a graduating Year 12 student as they undertake their last exams, move into apprenticeships or take on employment opportunities. We ask your family to pray for the student over the coming months as 13 years of education comes to an end and a new adventure begins. (ALL cards are supplied to you)

 I will then make up a gift pack with a small token religious gift, your card and other prayer cards for inspiration to be given on their last days of school later in the term.

MINI Vinnies news ‘No sew scarves’  Made with love. 

The last two weeks our students were able to make a ‘no-sew scarf’ from polar fleece fabric by cutting the desired lengths and fringing the edges with scissors. It was explained that these can be given out on night patrol to keep the necks of those who are sleeping rough this winter, warm. They are very inexpensive and even if discarded after a few wears, they have made a difference on these cold nights.

CONFIRMATION SACRAMENTAL CRAFT

Notes with craft session details will be included in your Confirmation lesson packs. This year we are again offering parents  bracelet making for boys and girls.

 There is a wooden and Howlite (boys favourite) and crystals (girls favourite) choice. You make the bracelet as unique as your child! The design is yours. If there is anyone else who would like to make a bracelet during these sessions for other children or themselves I will advertise the dates in the next newsletter. Or contact me on 0439 492920 

Cost of resources is only $5 and craft about half an hour.

KEEP THE DATE-  Friday 25th October

There’s Something about Mary…” 

A retreat for women on Friday 25th October (TBC 10-2pm)

As we complete  the month of October. Come enjoy PAINT and SIP (non alcoholic SORRY!),a  bead craft session to make a lovely gift for yourself and a day to learn just a little something more about Mary that you perhaps did not know!

This will be run by ME and several other lovely local  family educators at Horsley Park parish.  Lunch and morning tea provided- details to come at a later date- BUT SAVE THE DAY!!!

Parish Notices-

CONFIRMATION ENROLMENTS NOW CLOSED

The Parent Information meeting for those enrolled for CONFIRMATION is next Tuesday  6th August at 7pm in the church.

Community Care 

If you or someone you know is experiencing any kind of difficulty that the parish may be able to assist with financially or spiritually, please contact Father Dominic or the parish office on 9823 2572 in confidence.

Tina Dunn  Family Educator

Sports News

 JB Mini Olympics 

Our Mini Olympics are fast approaching. Sponsorship cards and money are now overdue.  

Frances Oliverio  Sports Coordinator

Amadeus Reminder

Please remind your children to bring their instruments on their specified day, Fridays. 

Many children are leaving their instruments at home.

We are no longer able to accept forgotten instruments for students on their Amadeus Day. 

Thank you for your understanding.

Notes from the Office

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

Parents, a gentle reminder regarding the importance of informing our school of any changes that may  occurr during the year to your family’s personal details such as an address, mobile numbers, emails, emergency contacts, etc. For your convenience, these details may be updated via the Personal Details Form available on your Compass Favourites links.

Of equal importance and in the best interests of your child/ren, we ask if there has been a new event or update in relation to your child’s health, once again, we ask this information be provided at the earliest. A Student Health Information Form is also available on your Compass Favourites link, to assist you in this process.

SCHOOL FEES

Your 2024 school fee statements have now 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 CompassPay, BPay, Cash, Eftpos or Centrepay.

Your co-operation is greatly appreciated!

LEAVING STUDENTS

If any families are leaving the school at the end of the year, please let the school office know as soon as possible. We have families who would be interested in spaces if any spots open up for 2025.

CANTEEN

Please contact the school office 9823 5042 for any communication with the Canteen. 

LOST PROPERTY

We have numerous items of clothing collected everyday, they are placed in our lost property basket in the office.  Each day, all labelled items are returned to the child's classroom.  Items which  which are unlabelled go to the clothing pool.  

Please ensure you re-label any clothing your child is able to remove at school as markings can fade over time.

Please ensure ALL of your children's items are labelled including drink bottles, lunch boxes and containers as we have numerous lost property items collected everyday which remain unclaimed and ultimately have to be thrown away. 

CLOTHING POOL  

Parents, should you wish to make a purchase of good quality second-hand clothing at any time, a reminder you may do so via your Compass Favourites link via the Clothing Pool Order Form.

Alternatively, you can call the office and place an order via telephone, email info@jbbonnyrigg.catholic.edu.au or complete the form below and return it to the office with your child. 

The clothing pool welcomes donations of school uniforms. Please ensure that all items are clean and in good condition (no rips or stains as we have no washing facilities). Only official school uniform items are accepted and please note we cannot accept socks or stockings.

New School Uniform Item

We are pleased to advise a new track pant design is now available in store for purchase at the LOWES Wetherill Park store for $50.95.

Canteen News

Dear Parents, 

Please note the following information regarding ordering from the school canteen.

BREAKFAST ORDERS:
Breakfast orders are available from 7:30am - 8:20am from the CHURCH side window for parents and students.

After 8:20am only students can order via the TOP playground window.

LUNCH & RECESS ORDERS:
Online orders MUST be placed prior to 8am on the day your child requires lunch.
If you miss the 8am deadline, there are 2 options;

Option # 1 9 (preferred) Write your child's name on a paper bag/envelope, place the correct money (if possible), the child will then place the order in their class tub when they arrive in class.

Option # 2 Call the school office, we can transfer the call to the canteen to place your order. Please be mindful the canteen staff are busy and you may need to wait on the line.

Please note the bottom gate into the school closes at 8.45am
 
Thank you for your kind understanding.

Administration Staff

CatholicCare

Alex from CatholicCare would like to offer his services for anyone who feels the need to chat and discuss Family Support in Schools and/or Child and Youth Services.

Alex Ferreira

 Case Worker

Family Support In Schools

Child and Youth Services

 T 02 8784 6222 – 02 8784 6208

M 0420 653 839

13 18 19 Ccareline

E alex.ferreira@catholiccare.org

IMPORTANT - Information for driving & parking in and around school zones

Student School Travel

Dear Parents and Carers,

We are fortunate that school students in NSW are afforded free public transport to and from school.  Opal data gathered by tapping on and off is used to determine the demand for bus services.  If Students do not tap on and tap off, services may be cancelled due to the lack of patronage.  Additionally, some bus services may become overcrowded as the bus companies do not have accurate data as to how many students are genuinely using a particular bus route.

With this in mind, we ask that parents remind their children that they must have their Opal cards with them every day and that they must tap on and off every time they use a bus.  This is one of the conditions of being granted a free student Opal card.  If students lose their Opal card they must apply for a new one, no student should be travelling on a bus without a valid Opal card.

Your support is appreciated and helps the bus companies ensure they provide the appropriate level of service to our students.

Awards

Congratulations to the following students on achieving their badges:

Dates to Remember