Newsletter: Term One, Week Ten
St Joseph's Primary School • April 8, 2020
Message & Notifications From The Principal
Dear Parents and Carers,
Please find attached correspondence regarding Term Two. Some of the key points include:
• Our school will remain open in Term Two for children whose parents or carers are engaged in an essential service or are required to maintain employment
• Where possible, parents and carers are encouraged to keep their children at home. If parents and carers are planning on sending their children to school, please notify the principal regarding the days they will be attending
• During Term Two, It is important that regular contact is maintained between staff and families via phone calls and emails
• Plans have been established for remote learning to take place up until Week 4 of Term Two, however, preparations are also being made should there be a need for this period of time to be extended
• Families who have outstanding school fees and are encountering financial hardship are encouraged to make contact with the principal.
Online flexible learning packs have been created and will be posted to Seesaw on Wednesday 29th April. Offline flexible learning packs (hard copies of children's work) can be collected from the school on the same day (at a designated collection point outside the school office). If other arrangements need to be made, please contact the school.
Children who continue to attend school will be working on their flexible learning packs created by their teachers.
May we carry the messages of hope and faith - particularly pertinent during the Easter period, over the coming weeks and months.
We hope that you are able to enjoy a restful break with your families and we look forward to working with you next term.
Tim Hogan, Principal
Term Dates 2020
School Closure Days 2020
- Term 1: 4 Feb– 9 April
- Term 2: 29 April—3 July
- Term 3: 21 July—25 Sept
- Term 4: 13 Oct—11 Dec
School Closure Days 2020
- Thursday 2nd April (PD)
- Friday 3rd April (PD)
- Tuesday, 28 April (PD)
- Friday, 29 May (Catholic Day)
"Never lose courage under your sufferings."
Mary Mackillop
Term Two Arrangements
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Announcements
Due to the fact our school holidays have been brought forward by a week, Sr Julianne and Miss Tianna kindly volunteered to draw our raffle in Week 8. Congratulations to Sorell Diddams and all other lucky award recepients.
Reflection
We pray for ourselves and everyone encountering great hardship at this time.
A message from our School Chaplain Mr Jamie Short
Helping Children Cope Through the COVID-19 Pandemic
This is an uncertain time for everyone, and children may be affected by fear and anxiety. Here are some tips on how to ensure your children are supported:
1. Give your children extra attention and reassurance. Where possible, minimize their exposure to media and social media that may heighten anxiety.
2. Acknowledge your own feelings about the situation and let children know it’s okay to share their own feelings.
3. Include your children in plans and activities around the house.
4. If you don’t see an improvement in four weeks, or if you’re concerned, seek professional help (earlier if needed).
Additional helpful links for staff or parents:
https://kidshelpline.com.au/coronavirus#wellbeing
https://emergingminds.com.au/resources/supporting-children-during-the-coronavirus-covid-19-outbreak/
Managing student health during the Holidays
Emergency Contacts
· Helping Minds (1800 811 747)
· Kids Help Line (1800 551 800)
or visit these websites:
https://kidshelpline.com.au/teens/issues/looking-after-yourself
https://mommypoppins.com/family/coronavirus-pandemic-update-indoor-activities-resources-kids
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Vision Statement Inspired by Mary MacKillop, we strive to achieve excellence in education and pastoral care, foster well being, develop strong values and include all cultures and community members.
Vision Statement Inspired by Mary MacKillop, we strive to achieve excellence in education and pastoral care, foster well being, develop strong values and include all cultures and community members.