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Dear Parents,
Beyond this week, there are only three school weeks left for students – a scary thought. Also scary is how busy those last weeks of the school year become – packed with excursions, evening meetings and end of year functions. And then added to this are family commitments during the week and on the weekends. The prayer below is for all of us – that, when things get really busy we remember to slow down, breathe and then carry on.
Dear Lord, I feel so busy lately.
I pray you’ll help me remember what matters most
in the midst of all I have to do…
Give me eyes that see the needs of those around me.
Give me ears that hear the meaning behind the words.
Give me hands that reach out to make a difference.
Give me a heart that beats in tune with Yours
rather than with the clock on the wall.
Remind me often that time is intended to be given not spent.
And even in the midst of all my busyness,
may I truly be about Your business
Amen.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of the School Board and the Parents & Friends’ Association is next Tuesday, 21 November commencing at 6.30pm in the Multipurpose hall. The purpose of the meeting is to present reports on this year's operations, outline the initial budget for 2018, including the proposed school fees for 2018 and elect members for the coming year. All parents are encouraged to attend. There will be a light supper served at the conclusion of the meeting.
End of Year Mass & Volunteers’ Morning Tea
Each year we are fortunate to have a large number of parents who volunteer their time and expertise to assist at school – in the canteen, in classrooms, at sporting events, on excursions, helping P&F Association events, and in many other ways. On Friday, 8 December, the whole school will come together to celebrate Mass, thanking God for the blessings of this year and, in particular, to thank our volunteers. Following Mass, we invite all parents who have assisted in any way to join us in the Multipurpose Hall for a ‘Thank You’ Morning Tea.
Mrs Therese Bandy
Principal
School Board News
Please be reminded to come along to our AGM next Tuesday evening. Meeting will commence at 6.30pm in the Multipurpose hall. The School Board thanks those who have participated in the survey initiated by the Board and incoming Principal, Mr Greg Martin and reminds you to take the opportunity to complete this. Closing date for survey responses is Monday 20 November.
Mrs Dani Wares
P&F Rep on School Board
School Fees
A reminder that accounts have gone out and are now overdue. If you have any queries or difficulties paying your account please contact Mrs Menegola. Please also check your credit card/health care card expiry dates and inform the school office with the updated information. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Mrs Margaret Menegola
Bursar
Lost Property
Please check the Lost Property box outside the Admin office as soon as you can. There are many items there, most are not named. Hats, water bottles and lunchboxes are amongst the many ‘interesting’ items in the box!
First Sunday of Advent
On Sunday 3 December, the First Sunday of Advent, our school community will be providing the readers, the offertory procession and the singers for Mass. If you would like to read at this Mass, please contact me as soon as possible. We are looking forward to having our children lead the singing at this Mass.
Second Rite of Reconciliation
On Monday 4 December, at 7.00pm in the Parish Church, the Second Rite of Reconciliation will be offered to you and your family. This will be the only opportunity (aside from prior to a Parish Mass) that is available for your Year 3-6 child to receive this healing Sacrament in the Advent season. Individual classes will not be going to the Church for this Sacrament in the last weeks of school. Fr Ken will have up to 10 additional Priests in attendance to make this a timely and smooth process – much like the way we celebrated the Sacrament for our Year Three students earlier this term. Please mark this date in your diary and make every effort to attend.
End of Year Liturgy
Our End of Year Liturgy (retelling of the Nativity story through drama and song) will take place on the grassed area on Wednesday 29 November, commencing at 5.30pm. All children are expected to attend, and will be sitting with their class teachers (except for K children). All classes will have a role in this. At this gathering, we will acknowledge and farewell staff members who are leaving, as well as Board and P&F executive members who are not continuing in their role.
Kindergarten and Pre Kindergarten Concert 
Our Kindergarten classes will celebrate their end of year concert on Tuesday 5 December. Both Pre-Kindergarten concerts will be held on Thursday 7 December.
Information Nights for Kindergarten and Pre Kindergarten 2018
Thank you to parents, teachers and education assistants who have attended these meetings this week. If you were not available to be there, please contact the school office to arrange to collect your information pack.
2018 Dates
Students will commence school on Wednesday 31 January. This will be for K- 6 students.
Our Pre-Kindergarten class (Thursdays only) will commence on Thursday 1 February.
Term One dates (current at time of printing) are as follows:
Wednesday 24 January: Office opens
Friday 26 January: Australia Day Public Holiday
Wednesday 31 January: Students commence (K-6)
Thursday 1 February: Pre-Kindergarten commences
Monday 5 March: Labour Day Public Holiday
Friday 30 March: Good Friday (no school)
Monday 2 April: Easter Monday (no school)
Tuesday 3 April: Easter Tuesday (no school)
Friday 13 April: End of Term One
I am in discussion with the Parish as to dates for Sacramental celebrations for 2018 (First Holy Communion, Confirmation and Reconciliation). Once I have these, I will be sure to advise you.
Have a wonderful week
Dianne Scoble
Assistant Principal
Prayer for the Week
Christ Jesus
When we open our eyes, may You be there;
When we open our ears, may You be there;
When we open our mouths, may You be there;
When we open our diaries, may You be there.
Help us to see with Your eyes;
Help us to hear with Your ears;
Help us to speak Your truth in love;
Help us to make time for You …for others … for ourselves.
Amen
Upcoming events
Class News PPM
In Pre Primary M this term, we have been exploring the place we live in and belong to. We have learnt to observe and describe the features of our place and why it is important to us. We have explored our own special places, how we feel about them, what makes them special, and how we can care for them. We have also been learning about representations on which places can be located and drawing maps and creating models to show where familiar places and features are located.
Sports News
Tomorrow the Year 5 students will be participating in the inaugural CPSSA Summer Carnival in the sports of Tennis, Cricket and Ultimate Frisbee. We wish them well as they compete against 10 other schools in their chosen sports. Let’s hope their preparation brings success!
Next Friday our Year 6 students will participate in Cricket and Tennis fixtures against Infant Jesus. Please return all permission slips asap. Parent help is required to transport equipment and lunches to the field prior to the children arriving at 12.00 noon. Parent help is also required to help walk students to and from the venue. Please see Mrs Barclay or Mr De Pietro if you are able to help.
Monday 27 November will be the last Running Club for 2017. Whilst our numbers have dropped off after Cross Country and Athletics, we have still had our band of faithful runners who run every Monday morning. To celebrate the last club for the year all participants are encouraged to wear crazy socks for this and then are permitted to wear them for the remainder of the day. I hope to see as many OLA students and their parents/siblings at Running Club on this day.
Mrs Jodie Stewart
Physical Education Coordinator
Mini Vinnies
As you know there was a bake sale on 9 November. We raised $300, thanks to all the Mini Vinnies and your kind donations. The Mini Vinnies had a fun time making all the delicious treats. All the money raised has gone to needy families in our community. Thank you everyone for your amazing effort!
Get this! you guys raised a whopping $300 Good Job!
Uniform Shop News
Parents of children going into Year 1 and Pre Primary do not forget to put your name of the roster outside the Uniform Shop for fittings.
Mrs Tania Longman
Uniform Shop Coordinator
Music News
Keyed Up Music will be teaching group music lessons during school. Keyboard lessons on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Lessons start from $16.95. To enrol your child please go to www.keyedupmusic.com.au/enrolment-form if you require more information please contact Therese on 1300 366 243 or email us at enquiry@keyedupmusic.com.au
Parish News
 Amended Parish Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9.00am – 12noon
Wednesday: 9.00am – 12noon
Thursday: 9.00am – 1.00pm
Friday: 9.00am – 12noon
Altar Server Training
Training sessions for Altar Servers will commence in the next few weeks. If your child is interested in becoming an Altar Server with OLA Parish and has made their First Holy Communion, please contact Tracy Harris on 0411 037 519 for further information.
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Priest:
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Fr Ken D’Souza
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Phone:
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9276 1008
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Email:
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dianella@perthcatholic.org.au
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Weekend Mass Times:
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Saturday 6.00pm
Sunday 7.30am and 9.30am
Sunday 5.00pm
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Weekdays:
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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8.00am
Wednesday 9.00am
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Altar Servers Roster
Saturday 18 November 6.00pm Sophia Lomma, Ethan Trott
Sunday 19 November 9.30am Abner & Caleb Melder, Nicole Santacroce
P&F Representatives 2017
PKG: Giulia Palazzo gulzpalazzo@hotmail.com
PKM: Magda Bartucciotto magda@halloo.com.au
KG: Deanna Marocchi deanna.marocchi@gmail.com
KM: Tania D’Angelo taniad19@outlook.com
PPG: Maria La Cava maria.lacava@iinet.net.au
PPM: Jade Pacecca jade-mp@hotmail.com
1G: Tracy Spadanuda spada8@iinet.net.au
Kathy Gabriel kath.11@live.com.au
1M: Amanda Cala jaggdevelopments@bigpond.com
2G: Dani Wares daniwares@outlook.com
2M: Julia Sertorio sertorioj@gmail.com
3G: Julia Sertorio sertorioj@gmail.com
3M: Belinda Papalia belindamarino@hotmail.com
4G: Melissa Bosio melbosio1@gmail.com
4M: Lisa Catina lisacatina@hotmail.com
5G: Mirella Spagnolo mirellaspagnolo@bigpond.com
5M: Daina Magalhaes magalhaes@aapt.net.au
6G: Anne Marie Di Zinno amdizinno@gmail.com
Sarah Grogan sez888@mail.com
6M: Elisha Heaford eheaford@hotmail.com
Gabby Ferolla gabby@promenadeconstruction.com.au
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