Week 3 has been a busy week for students in Yr 3 and 5 who have been sitting the Naplan tests.  St Joseph’s was an online school and the children have done a wonderful job at being calm and composed and have done their best throughout the four tests.  There were a few technical issues on the first day where connectivity was lost several times – which was an issue that was experienced throughout NSW.  These issues seem to have been resolved and by the end of the four tests it was a much smoother experience for the students.  Next week is the catch up period for any students who have missed tests.

Good luck to all the students who are heading off to Harden tomorrow to participate in the Western Region Cross Country.  We know you will do your best at representing St Joseph’s.

Our fingers and toes will be crossed for fine weather next Thursday for our Athletics carnival in Batlow.  All of the details remain the same – the bus will take all students to the carnival at approximately 9.15 am and we will return to school in time for buses.  The infants students will stay at the carnival till 12 noon and then head up to St Mary’s with the Kindergarten and Yr 1 students from St Mary’s to have their lunch and some activities.

A big thankyou to the wonderful parents who have been getting through some jobs that were on our working bee list – gardening, spraying, pruning and fixing and clearing drains.  Your help is always appreciated.  If anyone would like some jobs to do – please ask, many hands make light work!!

Have a great week.

Kind Regards

Kirsty Beavan

Last week Catholic Schools Week was celebrated with a mass led by the Primary Class, followed by a special Mother’s Day morning tea. Thank you to all who attended.

Assembly

Our first assembly for Term 2 will be held on 24th May.  

Claim the date: Tuesday 4th June

Staff will be participating in an evening Twilight PD session to re-write our Vision & Mission Statements.  We would like to invite parents along to gain their input into the new statements, further details will follow.

Students will join together to enjoy National Simultaneous Storytime next Wednesday.  We always look forward to these fun story mornings.

Mortimer Shield

Students in Years 5 & 6 who have indicated they would like to play in the Mortimer Shield competition would have received a note this week.  It will be played in Tumut on Thursday 30th May.  Boys will be having a practice run in Gundagai next week Wednesday.  Please ensure that your note is returned as soon as possible.

Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Primary Rugby Union Trials Form

Primary Rugby Union trials are happening for Year 5 and 6 students on Friday the 7th of June with online nominations closing on the 31st of May. If your son or daughter is wishing to trial please complete the online 'Expression of Interest' form asap.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1W_lqISztjQY96T7hCSt3gexrLnG_WPtZYIakt4T8HLU/viewform?ts=5cdca16a&edit_requested=true

We plan on entering some artwork into this year’s Lanterns on the Lagoon which will be held on Saturday 21 September.

The theme for this year is “Water: Our Lifeblood”.

For our pieces of artwork we will require:

• Blue and white bottle lids (e.g. from milk, soft drink or water bottles)
• Large plastic bottles (1.25L or 2L soft drink or water bottles)
• Fishing line
• Old beads (white, blue or clear)
• Old metal watering cans or buckets

If you have any of these items at home that you do not need any more please drop them into the school.

Thank you for your support.

Lately we have been playing basketball during recess and lunch, lots of people have joined in and are having fun.

Today I have interviewed Seamus on what he thinks about Basketball. 

"Basketball is an enjoyable sport that anyone can play, it keeps you active and you can learn new techniques and skills.  Everyone can play together it doesn't matter what age you are you can join in."

First Communion will be celebrated at St James Church on Sunday 30th June 2019.

Preparation lessons will be held on Wednesday afternoons after school on 

29th May 2019, 12th June 2019

The lessons will run from 3:30 to 4.15pm and afternoon tea will provided for the children so that they can stay after school.

 Please call or email me if you have any questions.

Thanks

Liz Murray

0405513318

McAuley Catholic Central School will hold an Information Evening on Tuesday 11th June at 6pm. 

Dates for Orientation days are Friday 14th June and Friday 8th November.

Year 6's fundraising event last Friday for 'Craig's Fight against Motor Neurone Disease' raised an amazing $217.80. Students enjoyed fun activities and a lovely morning tea. Thank you all for your very generous support for Craig and his family.

Meeting date

Next Community Council meeting will be held on Wednesday 19th June.  Thank you to everyone who came along to our meeting last night.

Parish Roster

Hot Shots Tournament in Tumut

WHEN:       Sunday, 19^th May, 2019

WHERE:     Tumut Lawn Tennis Club

TIME:         10.00 – 12.00pm.

COST:         $10.00 – includes a certificate and a gift from ANZ Bank Tumut Branch.

FORMAT:   Mini nets, Red balls, point scores and lots of fun.

This is a great opportunity for the Tumut Juniors under the age of 10 years, to enjoy a fun morning of tennis, in a round robin format. The players will need to bring their racquet, snacks & water. There will be a canteen operating at the centre.  Registrations can be made at the club at 9.45am on the day or by calling Birdie on 69474968 or 0427 343 904.