Term Four, Week Nine
Message & Notifications From The Principal
Dear Families and Friends
It has been fantastic to hear the abundance of positive comments about our Christmas Concert last night. The students are to be commended on their terrific performances. A big thank you to Kelvin Pine, who provided crystal clear sound; members from St Vincent Pallotti Church for looking after the BBQ; Susan Swan and Judith Brennan who blessed departing staff members; Matilda Kehl for coordinating the event; families, carers and friends; and the staff and students who worked so hard towards making the night such a success!
Reports
Reports have now been sent home with all students from Pre-Primary - Year 6. Thank you to the teachers for taking the time to ensure detailed and accurate reports were provided.
Moving Forward Day
Well done to teachers for contributing towards a successful moving forward day last Friday. It was terrific to see students leave their new classrooms with smiles on their faces!
Deadly Speaker Awards
Congratulations to those students who received a 'Deadly Speaker Award' from the Mirima Language Nest team on Monday.
This Week
Congratulations to Ms Deb and the students who delivered Christmas hampers to families in our community. The Mini Vinnies have worked hard to ensure that a large number of people can enjoy a brighter Christmas this year.
We will farewell our Year 6 students in style at our Graduation/End of Year Mass on Friday morning at 8:30am. We look forward to seeing you there.
Change of staff for 2021
Mrs Melinda Monks has been granted an additional 12 months of leave for next year. As a result, Mrs Sophie Waideman will be returning to St Joseph's one day a week. Sophie will be providing Literacy support for Kindergarten-Year 2 classes and teaching Year 1 after recess each Monday.
P&F & School Board News
In 2021 we will be seeking volunteers to take on new roles within the School Board and P & F Committees. Our AGM will be held on Wednesday 10th February where vacant positions will be filled. New Board & P&F members are most welcome.
Principal's Message
On behalf of my family, I would like to thank the St Joseph's community for your support over the past four years. We will most certainly hold fond memories of our time being in Kununurra. For those families who are leaving, thank you for the contribution you have made to our school and all the best for the future. To those who are returning, the St Joseph's staff look forward to working hard in producing the best possible outcomes for all students again in 2021. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy holiday.
Tim Hogan
Principal
“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” William James
Reminders
Term Dates & Pupil Free Days 2021
Term Dates 2021
Term 1: 1 February - 1 April
Term 2: 20 April - 2 July
Term 3: 20 July - 24 September
Term 4: 12 October - 10 December
Pupil Free Days 2021
Thursday 28th and Friday 29th January
Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th March
Monday 19th April
Tuesday, 8th June (Catholic Day)
Monday 19th July
Friday 20th August (Staff Retreat)
Monday 11th October
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We are ready to collect your recyclable containers. Our drop off point is currently located adjacent to our cricket nets at the back of the school (towards Ivanhoe Caravan Park). Look out for the yellow bags!
If you change your phone number, please tell us. We many need to contact you if your child is sick or doesn’t get picked up after school.
Most school age children are eligible for free dental care in Kununurra School Dental Clinic.
Primary School children become eligible to attend the School Dental Service in the year they turn 5.
High School children are eligible to attend the School Dental Service until they complete Year 11 or the day they turn 17 (whichever occurs first).
If you changed your address or phone numbers, please advise dental clinic staff. Missed appointments may result in suspension from the School Dental Service.
We are located on the hospital grounds in the Dental Health Building, 69 Coolibah Drive and are open Monday to Friday 7:30 to 3:30.
Please feel free to call us on 0419 939 179 or email: kununurramobile@dental.health.wa.gov.au to organise an appointment.
Friday of every even week beginning 1:20pm
Assemblies, Fridays, 1.20pm
20 November, Week 6: Yr 3
4 December, Week 8: Yr 2
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Enrolments are now open for VacSwim swimming lessons during the summer school holidays.
VacSwim in January offers fun lessons at beach or pool locations during the long break. Not only are they a great school holiday activity, they teach valuable safety skills to help keep your child safe in the water.
Your children can start as young as five years old.
Don’t wait! Enrol your children in VacSwim now at
