Principal's Piece

Dear Friends and Families

We had a wonderful Stories under the Stars night last week. Thank you to Elle and Marion for co-ordinating the evening and all staff who attended. A big thank you to our guest readers on the night who captivated the students and kept them entertained with their stories. Thank you to the P&F who manned the BBQ and lastly to all the students and families who came along. We hope you enjoyed yourselves and look forward to another Stories under the Stars night next year. Whilst on the topic of Book Week, congratulations to the students and their families who had wonderful costumes for our Book Parade. The creativity and ingenuity in costumes was astounding. We had such a great parade and it was so lovely to celebrate our love of books with the whole school community. 

This week we look forward to celebrating all the special men in our students’ lives with our Father’s vs Students Footy Match on Friday at 1pm. We hope to see you there!

This week we host the first of our Kindergarten Open days for students in 2022. Our second open day is scheduled for next Wednesday 8:30 to 10am and if you or anyone you know has a Kindy 2022 student you are most welcome to come along and have a look at our Kindergarten class and meet the staff. 

Just a reminder that our Climate survey is now open for parent/carer feedback, please go to www.NSIPartnerships.com.au and enter the code SJKPACS. This is a great opportunity to have your say about St Joseph's, what is working well and what you would like to see happening. The data from this survey is used to inform whole school planning and identify areas for school improvement. There are paper copies of the survey available at the front office if you are unable to complete the survey online. Thanks in advance for your participation. 

Have a great week. 

Miss Gabby

Principal

God of might, giver of every good gift,

put into our hearts the love of your name,

so that, by deepening our sense of reverence,

you may nurture in us what is good 

and by your watchful care,

keep safe what you have nurtured.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

who lives and reigns with you

in the unity of the Holy Spirit,

God, for ever and ever.

Amen

St Joseph’s Student Code of Conduct

The St Joseph’s Student Code of Conduct was developed by the students of St Joseph’s. Students participated in Steps 1 to 4 during Term 1 2021. Step 5 was worked through during term 2 and Step 6 completed during Term 3. The Student Code of Conduct was reviewed by students in Year 3 to 6 on two separate occasions. The Student Code of Conduct was shared with the wider school community during Term 3. 

At St Joseph’s School, Kununurra we want to feel Safe.

1. In order to feel Safe we will follow school rules.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask an adult for help.

2. In order to feel Safe we will listen and follow instructions.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask an adult for help.

3. In order to feel Safe we will help and care for others.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask them why they are feeling that way.

4. In order to feel Safe we will keep our hands and feet to ourselves.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ignore them or walk away.

5. In order to feel Safe we will treat others the way we would like to be treated.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will remind them of the golden  rule.

At St Joseph’s School, Kununurra we want to feel Happy.

1. In order to feel Happy we will smile, laugh, sing and dance.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask them if they are alright.

2. In order to feel Happy we will be kind to others.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask an adult for help.

3. In order to feel Happy we will make friends and play with them.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will play with and include them.

4. In order to feel Happy we will come to school everyday.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will look after them.

5. In order to feel Happy we will listen to the teacher and other adults.

When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will try to make them feel happy.

Our Code of Conduct prohibits bullying, harassment and other forms of peer-to-peer abuse and we require respect for the privacy and human dignity of other students.

COVID Update - Unwell Children

Students who are unwell should stay home. Parents are asked to seek medical advice if their child exhibits symptoms of COVID-19. Normal processes for advising the school of a child’s absence will apply.

See the CEWA Website for further information: https://covid19.cewa.edu.au/covid-19-response-210207/