Newsletter Week 3, Term 4 2022
Assembly
Principal Message
Dear Families,
WOW what a week!! A big thank you to Mrs Stubbs and Mrs Batson for coordinating the Book Fair and creating such an amazing library space! To Verity Hunt - Ballard ( Gypsy & Emmylou) who came and spoke to the students about the life of an actor and storyteller - the students (and staff) were enthralled by her talents and journey.
On Wednesday day night we had Kirra Pendergast - Safe on Social Media - present an informative and very thought provoking workshop re the usage of Social Media. A big thank you to the Catholic Schools Office Parent Assembly who funded the event and to the Parent Forum for coordinating the event and for providing refreshments.
On Thursday we had our Book Character Parade. A massive thank you to all those parents and friends who assisted in the creation of the costumes and thank you to those who came along to support the event. It was so much fun and clearly the students had a fabulous time. It was also fabulous to see our little friends from "Gumnuts" pre school come along and join in the fun.
If that was not enough, this week culminated with our Grandparents and Friends Day. Again, a big thank you to the Parent Forum and the Year 3 families who coordinated and assisted with this event. It was so good to welcome our Grandparents & Friends back into the school after a two year absence. As well as classroom visits the students from K-6 put on a dance routine and our choirs were in fine voice. Thank you to Mrs Hogan and Mrs Mathews for organising the students performances.
This week I presented the to the staff the results from the "Tell Them From Me Survey" that 34% of our families completed. In upcoming newsletter I will share some the information gathered. This data will be used by the school to set future goals and directions. Thank you to all those who took the time to complete the survey!
After an action packed week, I think we all need a good rest.
Have a great weekend.
Regards,
Brian Laybutt
Principal
COACHES /MANAGERS REQUIRED
This coming: Wednesday the 2nd November. Casuarina Rugby Union Cup will be held at the Casuarina Rugby grounds. Tuesday 8th Nov. Seven - a -Side Rugby League Carnival at Tweed Heads
Any mums or dads who would like to assist please contact the Office
SAFE ON SOCIAL MEDIA
On Wednesday night 60 parents attended a Parent INformation Workshop on CYBERSAFETY.
Kirra Pendergast, CEO of Safe and Social Media, presented. Kirra's frank, no fear - mongering approach backed is backed by 30 years of experience in IT Business Consulting, Cyber Security and Cyber Safety. The purpose of the evening was to educate parents how to use social media safely.
The night was highly successful and gave a lot of 'food for thought". Her clear message was to maintain communication with your child about what they are doing and seeing on social media, and importantly YOU as the parent must provide guidance, boundaries nad rules re the use of Social Media and devices in general.
Many thanks to the Catholic Schools Parent Assembly who sponsored the night and to our Parent Forum for their organisation and for providing food, refreshments and babysitting!!
YOU MIGHT NOT BE AWARE, BUT!!!!!!!!!!
St Ambrose has created Parental Support regarding Cyberbullying and Apple device support on our School Wed Page.
GO TO THE SCHOOL WEB PAGE:
1. CYBERBULLYING
On the school Web Page go to the Honey Combs and click on PASTORAL CARE AND WELLBEINGPARENT and STUDENT portal will appear.Parent portal - has information pertaining to Cyberbullying, resilience etcStudent portal - has short videos on Cyberbullying, resilience and much more
2. APPLE DEVICES - iPad supportClick on the school web page go to the Honey Comb and click on APPLE TECHNOLOGY HIVE. A list of short 2min Apple Video's will appear - these include information to upskill you in using the iPad but also provide information on how to set screen time etc
The school will continue to add these portals and provide additional information.
Weekly Awards
Religion
SUNDAY 6th November
ST AMBROSE CHURCH, POTTSVILLE
SCHOOL FAMILY/ PARISH MASS CELEBRATION 7:30am
We hope to see many St Ambrose families at this Mass celebration.
At this Mass celebration staff from St Ambrose will be attending to the ministry duties and there will be children’s liturgy.
Today our School celebrated Grandparents and Friends Day! It was an amazing day with great enthusiasm and excitement.
Next Week is Solemnity of All Saints (All Saints day) on Tuesday 1st November and Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed Day) on Wednesday 3rd November.
EXURO RETREAT
Last Tuesday a small number of our Year 5 students attended this Retreat Day with students in Year 5 from other schools in our dioceses.
Exuro (Latin for “on fire”) is a student discipleship formation program for year 5 students that helps strengthen the Catholic lives of practicing Catholic students and keep the fire and passion of Proclaim Lismore Students alive in Parish Primary Schools. Exuro was a one-day Faith Retreat experience using various prayer methods, group processes and student-led discussions to equip students to be faith leaders in their Parish School Communities. |
Student responses |
School News
BOOK WEEK
GRANDPARENTS AND FRIENDS DAY
Sports
Casuarina Rugby Cup
We would like to wish all our students competing in the Casuarina Cup the best of luck for Wednesday the 2nd of November. Mr Laybutt and Mr Cutler have been coaching the teams at lunchtime. The last training sessions will be held at lunchtime on Monday 31st of October and Tuesday the 1st of November.
Senior Boys | Zak |
Junior Mixed | Samuel |
South Tweed JRL Gala Day
Nominations have now closed. Students will be notified via compass of their selection and if a trial needs to be held. Event information will be sent out via compass when received.
Sport Electives
Sport Electives have started with a bang! On Monday Week 3 Year 3-6 students divided into their elective groups to commence in their selected sport. We saw students learning key techniques for kayaking and paddle boarding, self defence moves in Martial Arts, corner work and stretching in dance and Basketball skills. We can’t wait for perfect conditions for our students to hanging 10 on waves in Surfing and learn the art and skill of Lawn Bowls.
Let’s hope for continued sunshine each Monday!
Parent Forum
Splash & Dash wrap up
What a day! Congratulations and thank you to all involved on such a successful event. The school community reached the fundraising target of $35,000- what an achievement! Prizes have now been finalised and ordered, the parent forum will inform you when they will be delivered later this term.
World teachers day
Yesterday we celebrated world teachers day and thanked all St Ambrose staff on behalf of the school community for their efforts and dedication towards our children and their bright futures. A small gift was presented to each staff member along with a delicious morning tea provided by Katie from Kakes & Biscuits. #hatsofftoteachers
Grandparents and Friends Day
What an event! With over 300 grandparents and friends sharing in the wonderful event, a true testament to the magnificent school community that is St Ambrose at Pottsville. A massive thankyou to Blackrocks Bakery and the Year 3 families for their delicious donations for our special morning tea.
Wellbeing
Community News
