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DANCE SPECTACULAR 2022 - GOING SOLO, OH YEAH YOLO!
Over a thousand people attended Monday and Tuesday nights’ performances at the Glasshouse of ‘Going Solo, Oh Yeah YOLO’. There was definitely a pre-Covid feel in the house, with great excitement both back stage and in the audience. We were delighted to have Angus Hawkes come along on Tuesday night, with Year 5 finishing the evening with a very robust performance of Happy Birthday to Angus for Sunday.
Both nights were outstanding successes where children, staff and the Glasshouse team worked very cohesively and with great energy and spirit to entertain very engaged and appreciative crowds.
I would like to extend very sincere thanks to:
- Mrs Julie-Anne and Miss Eliza, our outstanding dance instructors.
- Mrs Michelle Baird, School Dance Manager and Coordinator.
- Mrs Natalie Jennings, Mrs Natalie Stewart, Ms Natalie McKenzie, Miss Holly Swadling, Miss Ashleigh Fowler, Mrs Rachael Cullen, Mrs Kathy Gilmour, Mrs Kylie Kipreotis, Miss Karen Robson- Dance Eisteddfod team facilitators.
- Mrs Christine Hickson, Mrs Annette Grant, Ms Tracey Kirkman and Mrs Tamie Walker - outstanding work in promotion and smooth running of the administration.
- St Peter’s Staff – wonderful generosity in time and energy and support of our little people.
- Parents and carers – for the great support you provide your children in preparation and costuming and being a wonderful audience on both nights.
- Anne Johnston - for her 'amazing' photography (sneak peak of some below)
- OUR LITTLE PEOPLE - Will let the pictures do the talking!
Please read this short reflection from Mrs Baird
I am completely in awe, and super proud of all the wonderful students in our school! Nine weeks of 30 minute dance lessons culminated in the amazing performances that our students presented to you on Monday and Tuesday evenings. I am very aware that for some students, performing on stage is quite a difficult thing to do. It certainly takes a whole lot of courage and I am very grateful to everyone who overcame their fear or nerves and gave it a go. Every student in our school participated and the energy behind the scenes and on stage was electric. The excitement and sense of achievement is to be celebrated and congratulated.
Miss Julie- Anne our dance teacher is extremely talented and incredible. Every year, Julie-Anne choreographs 20 different class dances and 5 eisteddfod groups. She has such an amazing relationship with the students in our school and is able to break down the individual moves into child friendly language with humour and excitement.
Once again thank you for coming along to support the St Peter’s Dance Concert. Students are already asking what the songs will be next year…..
Back Stage at The Glasshouse
CONCERT BAND PERFORMANCE
Thank you to the St Peter's Concert Band for their magnificent opening performances each evening. A huge thank you to our Band teachers from BluGum Frank Ruger, Ann Hamilton and Bec Eakin, for preparing the children so well in the weeks leading up to the concert.
DANCE EISTEDDFOD
Five Dance Eisteddfod teams from St Peter’s represented the school very proudly on Thursday night at the Port Macquarie Dance Eisteddfod. Each of the teams has placed long and very committed hours into finely polished performances, and after a massive week of dancing and netball, did us very proud. Congratulations to all and, again, thank you to all the teachers involved in supporting these teams. See further in the newsletter for our amazing results!
Back Stage at The Glasshouse
A VERY HAPPY HOLIDAY TO ALL
As Term 3 comes to an end, we wish all of our families a safe and happy holiday period after an extremely full and busy term! Whether you are traveling away or staying put to enjoy our beautiful Port Macquarie Hastings region, may you enjoy some quality family time and a well deserved rest!
MISSION
OUR CONTINUING PRAYERS FOR HARRISON
We have had some positive news from Harrison's family, with him making some pleasing progress in his recovery. We continue to ask our community to join in praying for Harrison and his family as he continues his medical treatment in Sydney.
Loving Father
Lord of healing and compassion
We pray for Harrison’s recovery.
Let your power of healing shine onto this little one,
so that he is free of pain and sickness.
We ask this through Christ our Lord,
Amen
YEAR 4 ATTEND ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI MASS
This week, Year 4 Green attended Mass accompanied by Mrs Tink, Mrs Geary and Mrs Thomas. Lennex Arkinstall did a wonderful job reading and the whole class represented St Peter’s with reverence and respect.
A PRAYER FOR THE HOLIDAYSWe thank you Lord, for this term. For the challenges, the successes, and the mistakes from which we have learnt. Be with us as we spend our time with family and friends. Give us strength and courage to do what is right; to be witnesses of our faith. Help us to be a practical Christian these holidays, to appreciate what others do for us, to give time and effort to help others, to be peacemakers in our family. Keep us safe in our activities; give us good rest and good fun. Bring us back refreshed and ready for a new term. We thank you for our classmates, teachers, parents and a community that cares for us. May we always be conscious of you in our lives. Amen |
LEARNING
TERM 3 WRAP UP
AMAZING LEARNING AT ST PETER'S
As Term 3 draws to a close we are taking a look back at the amazing efforts of our students and teachers. From Kinder to Year 6 we have seen innovative teaching and learning that builds our learners’ skills, knowledge, thinking and well being.
We are truly proud of our achievements this term in academic, creative, spiritual and sporting fields. Below is a glimpse of some of the learning that has been happening at St Peter’s.
We hope that you all have a relaxing break and return in Term 4 recharged and ready for more!
The Learning Team
 Geoff Leary Principal |
 Karen Robson Assistant Principal Learning |
 Rebecca Cameron Assistant Principal Mission |
Pupil Free DayWeek 2 Term 4 - Friday 21 OctoberLIMITED supervision availablePlease Register via the following linkBookings close Monday 17 October @ 9am. |
Congratulations to our wonderful Eisteddfod dancers. After two years of cancellations and COVID it was wonderful to see our talented dancers excelling and enjoying themselves while shining on stage. St Peter’s had a very successful night placing in all sections!
 Stage 3 - 3rd Place |
 Year 3 - 4th Place |
 Year 2 - 4th Place
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 Year 1 - Highly Commended
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- Miss Julie Ann and Miss Eliza - for their excellent choreography and teaching our routines.
- Our teachers - who supported our dancers last night and volunteered their lunches over the last two terms! We could not have done it without their support. Thank you to Ms Holly Swadling, Ms Natalie McKenzie, Mrs Kylie Kipp, Mrs Kathy Gilmour, Mrs Natalie Stewart, Ms Ashleigh Flower, Mrs Michelle Baird, Mrs Rachel Cullen and Ms Karen Robson.
- The dancers - Our Eisteddfod students committment and dedication to rehearsals over the past terms was amazing and they are all to be commended for a very successful Eisteddfod!
We would also like to thank our parents for their continued support of St Peter’s Dance Program.
Yours in dancing
Mrs Natalie Jennings
School Swimming CarnivalMonday 17th October Our School Swimming Carnival is Monday 17th October, 2022at the Port Macquarie Olympic Pool.This event is for all Years 3-6 students and a number of Year 1 and 2 students. The swimming registration form is to be printed off, completed and returned to school if your child is competing in any competitive events. These competitive events will also form our school swimming team which will compete at Zone in mid February 2023. All competitive forms must be returned to the school office no later than Monday 10th October - First Day of Term 4 No forms will be accepted after this date.
Swimming Carnival Nomination Form - Years 1 and 2
Swimming Carnival Nomination Form - Years 3 to 6 If the form for Years 3-6 isn’t completed, your child will still attend the day, but will be part of the non competitive section of the day. In order for our carnival to run in a very professional and safe manner, we do require parents to assist on the day (this could be all day or for a specified time period). Please complete the details on the nomination form and return to school. |
SO CLOSE
3RD IN THE DIOCESE
Our Netball Team on Wednesday competed at the Lismore Diocesan Finals in Grafton. The girls had a great win against St Augustines of Coffs Harbour, and unfortunately drew their final game, which knocked them out of the Grand Final game. A big thank you to our families and our coaches (Miss McKenzie and Miss Dal Santo) for your outstanding efforts.
ALL SCHOOLS RUGBY LEAGUE HASTINGS SCHOOLS GALA DAY
On Tuesday, 55 students attended the All Schools Hastings Rugby League Gala Day in Port Macquarie. We had 4 teams competing, two Year 3/4 Teams and two Year 5/6 Teams. The competition in both divisions was tough and a great experience for all teams. Our Senior Team won the Open Division and our Year 4 Team were runners up in a tight game. Congratulations to our Year 5 and Year 3 teams who were playing against students a year older than them. A big thank you to Mr Garel, Mr Rowlatt and Mr Mitchell who coached the teams and provided wonderful guidance throughout the day.
SENIOR TEAM PLAYED THEIR LAST GAME
For the bulk of our Senior Rugby League Team, they played together for the last time as St Peter’s on Tuesday at the All Schools Hastings League Gala Day. It was just fascinating to listen to other teams' staff, families and players on their discussions around our team.
A comment I overheard was “This is the best team you will ever play against”.
A fitting tribute to an amazing team, and one that has sent us on a wonderful journey in 2022.
The team may never realise the enormity of what their efforts mean to us as a community. The team has brought us so much joy, happiness and excitement that will be remembered for many years to come. Shortly, anytime a person walks into the Don Farrell Hall, they will know what this team has achieved along with a number of other great sporting achievements that the mighty St Peter’s have won on the sporting fields over the years.
STATE CHAMPIONS MEDIA ALERT
Next month, our State Champions will appear in the Focus Magazine. We look forward to the article highlighting this amazing achievement.
SUMMER SPORTS REGISTRATION
Year 4 and 5 students registration for the 2022/2023 Summer Sports were finalised today. The sports that students registered for were: Softball, Tennis (must be playing a competition, not Hotshots), Touch Football, Basketball and Cricket (must be in a weekend competitive team).
Trials for students who registered will occur on the following days:
| Tuesday - Week 1 | Softball | with Mr Arkinstall |
| Wednesday - Week 1 | Cricket | with Mr Arkinstall |
| Friday - Week 1 | Boys Touch Trials | with Mrs Morris |
| Friday - Week 1 | Boys and Girls Basketball | with Mr Arkinstall |
| Friday - Week 2 | Girls Touch Trials | with Mrs Morris |
YOUR SPORTS THOUGHTS FOR 2023 AND BEYOND
We have some amazing families who are very knowledgeable in the sporting fields. If you have any ideas or thoughts on how we can improve sport at school level, I would love to hear from you. My email is jeff.arkinstall@lism.catholic.edu.au
'ST PETER'S SPORT' FACEBOOK PAGE
Don’t forget families to be part of the sporting action at St Peter’s by joining our sports page. This along with Postman Pete will keep you up to date on all things sport at St Peter’s.
REBEL SPORT COMMUNITY BENEFITS PROGRAM
We have a huge amount of families who are members of the Rebel Community Givebacks. It is free to be a member and you make St Peter’s your preferred community group. By doing this, 5% of what you purchase in terms of money goes to St Peter’s. This allows us to buy much needed sporting equipment to support our sports program.
Rebel Community Givebacks - Information
IT'S TIME TO REST, WELL NOT FOR LONG !!
What a term of sport! We now rest for two weeks before we commence Summer Sport Trials, and our School Swimming Carnival. Early in Term 4, the NRL Development Representatives will see every class have the opportunity to learn new skills in Rugby League. Each session is 30 minutes, and will be conducted by NRL Development Officers. Another sport in the pipeline later in the term is a Mid North Coast Baskatball Gala Day.
MAYORS SPORTING FUND
THE ROAD AHEAD
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| Monday 17th October |
Back up date 23rd November |
| Wednesday 19th October |
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| Monday 31st October |
Back up date 7th November |
Welcome Frankie
Performing at St Agnes' Aged Care
Highlights .....
Thank You to Mrs Robyn Lawrence for her organisation and preparation of the kids!
Squeaky Clean in Year 3
As a part of our ‘States of Matter’ Science Unit, Year 3 students participated in a soap-making workshop. We have been learning about Solids, Liquids and Gases and the changing states of matter. The students firstly designed their soap, choosing the colour and scent and then discussed the chemical reactions that would occur, such as the changing from a solid, to a liquid and then back to a solid form. We used pure glycerine blocks, which we melted and added dye and essential oils. Some students then chose to add a few sparkles and maybe a small toy. The final products were very impressive and we are sure bath time has never been so fun. No excuses for forgetting to use the soap that night!
Sport has the Power to Change the World
Year 3 has had so much fun writing informative texts about The Commonwealth Games this term. It was great to be able to incorporate this topic into our Writing Unit. We firstly started learning about The Commonwealth Games in general, including ‘The Queen’s Baton Relay’, ‘Perry The Bull Mascot’ and ‘The Opening Ceremony.’ We then moved on to researching specific Sports, finding out that there are 10 core sports and then the host city can choose the other seven sports from a list of 22 sports. The next phase of our learning involved researching and presenting information about a chosen Commonwealth Games athlete, past or present. Finally, we crafted sizzling starts and composed exciting endings. We published our work using a program called, ‘Book Creator’ and each student produced a book about ‘The 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham’, complete with pictures and to a very high standard. Enjoy reading some of the students’ outstanding paragraphs.
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Sizzling Start Competitive, compassionate, and crafty. 19 sports bringing everybody together. The Kookaburras dominating the arena, the Diamonds smashing Jamaica and The Dolphins pouring power in the pool. Let the games begin!
Matthew Thompson - 3 Green |
Rugby Sevens Did you know that in Rugby Sevens you can only throw the ball sideways or backwards? Fascinatingly a try in rugby equals 5 points, a conversion equals 2 points and a penalty kick equals 3 points. Interestingly in Rugby, you have to drop the ball on the ground before you kick it. In aRrugby game, you have to tackle the opponents and the boundaries are the sidelines. Tough, big, strong Wallabies players won gold in the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham 2022!! Tasman Lorger - 3 Green |
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The Queen’s Baton Relay The Queen's Baton Relay is an intriguing race where the Queen writes a note specifically about one topic. The baton travels across the globe for 294 days stopping at all 72 Nations and Territories in the Commonwealth. Eventually ending up at Birmingham just in time for the Opening Ceremony where the Queen's note is revealed and read by the Queen or her representative. The baton needs time to travel around the world so the note was placed in the baton on the 8th of March 2021. This year will be the 16th official relay for the Commonwealth Games. The Queen's topic is to encourage young athletes and wish everyone good luck. Surprisingly, there is a 360-degree camera installed to show the baton's journey across the continents. This baton truly is extraordinary! Eva Kelly - 3 Green |
Sizzling Start Did you know that the Commonwealth Games are held every Four years? Interestingly, the Commonwealth Games is held in Birmingham this year in 2022. We discovered that the local people love this region for its cultural diversity and look forward to showing the world how Birmingham has evolved. The Commonwealth Games bring nations together, The Commonwealth Games are a festival of friends sea of colours and a party of light. The Commonwealth Games is a very big fantastic festival. So let's celebrate and cheer on Australia!
Maisie Prosser- 3 Blue |
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Sizzling Start Compassion, comfort, connected. These are all words to describe how the athletes in the Commonwealth Games feel when competing. Emma McKeon, Peter Bol and Ariarne Titmus, just to name a few are some Aussie legends that just keep going. Did you know the Commonwealth Games were actually originated by a man named Lord Willingdon? GO AUSSIE GO! GO AUSSIE GO! GO AUSSIE GO! Milla Campbell - 3 Blue |
Sizzling Start Did you know that the Commonwealth Games are often referred to the friendly games? The first Commonwealth Games with an innovative idea to unite the Commonwealth family through sport. Commonwealth, competition, and Companion! I don't know if there are any other ways to describe the games. Aussie! Aussie! Aussie! Oi! Oi! Oi! Oliver McNeil - 3 Blue |
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Badminton Have you heard of the outstanding sport called badminton? It´s the fastest racket sport in the world with the shuttlecock flying at a whopping 321kms per hour, that's faster than a car. Badminton is kind of like tennis but the rackets have a longer stick on the end of it and instead of a tennis ball they use something called a shuttlecock. It has been weighted on one side of it and the other side has feathers stuck to it. Badminton started around the 16th Century and is now played at an elite level at the Commonwealth Games and Olympics.The objective of the game is to have a two point lead while being at 21 points and then you will win the set. If you win three sets you win the match. How to get a point- you will have to hit the shuttle out after the shuttle has bounced in their square. Australia's best team at badminton is Wendy and Gronya. Lachlan Banham - 3 Red |
Opening Ceremony A party of light, a festival of friends! That is how you can describe the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony. One of the first things they did was make the Union Jack Blue, White and Red Cars. Next we could see a mechanical bull being pulled into Alexander Stadium! Can you believe that Australia was the first team to march around the stadium? Celebrities like Harry Styles came to the stadium to perform songs. 2000 performers performed in the Opening Ceremony isn't that amazing! There were also hot air balloons! The Opening Ceremony started at 7:00pm in Birmingham and went for 2 and a half hours. Lucas Power - 3 Red |
Week 1, Term 4:
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Friday 14th October |
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| Wednesday 26th October |
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Education/Creative Learning Performances @ The Glasshouse
| Backbone - Years 5 & 6 | Tuesday 1st November |
| Edward the Emu - Kindergarten | Tuesday 8th November |
Staff Development Days
Term 4 2022
- Friday 21st October - Pupil Free Day
- Tuesday 22nd November - Pupil Free Day
Term 4 CAMP DATES
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Year 6 Camp
Monday 28th November to Friday 2nd December 2022 Price is $730.00 due by 4th November Invoices and medical/permission notes plus online registration for Narrabeen have been sent home to families please complete and return by 11th October |
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Year 5 Camp
Wednesday 30th November to
Friday 2nd December 2022
Price is $321.00 due by 21st October
medical/permission notes are now OVERDUE
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Library Books
Due to the National day of Mourning for Queen Elizabeth II, many students will have been unable to return their Library books this term.
Could families please make an effort to have books ready for students to return during Week 1, Term 4.
Book Week 2022
“Dreaming with Eyes Open”
Wednesday 16th November
Book Fair
I am trialling something a little different this year and hosting a Virtual Book Fair. The books are divided into several categories, with differing price levels. Purchases can be made through the FlexiSchools site.
This is not a retail fair, rather it is an opportunity for families to purchase one or more books which will be donated to the Library. All purchases are acknowledged with a donation sticker and will be made available to donors to borrow once processed.
The fair will run until December 8, or until sold out.
More MS Readathon News
Matilda Webb and Amelia Barber in Year 1 Green also participated this year. Tilly had a goal of $50 and raised $150. She had a goal of reading 30 books and read 31 books - most of them chapter books.
Amelia had a goal of $100 and raised $119 and she read 13 books.
Thank you girls, for your support of this very worthy cause.
Term 4 Timetable
BRING ON THE WARMER WEATHER !!
Look out for the summer menu early in Term 4.
Click on the picture below to read the Menu
Click on the image below to order online with
Flexischools orders close at 8.30am !!
Canteen Roster
- Working With Children Check required
- Please sign into Who's On Location (St Peter's sign in) at the front school office
- Masks are now optional
Canteen Roster - Week 1, Term 4
| Monday | Joanne Maher |
| Tuesday | HELP NEEDED |
| Wednesday | Lucy Harpham |
| Thursday | Theresa Zvirzdinas |
| Friday | Emma Dwyer, Jodie Brindle |
| Kindergarten Red | Kindergarten Blue | Kindergarten Green |
| Norah Anderson Eden Carpenter Xavier Johnston |
Eadie Wells Eva Newman Anna Maker Clayton Hinshelwood |
Zola Edwards Olivia Ehinger Aria Roach |
| Year 1 Red | Year 1 Blue | Year 1 Green |
| Qwade Kerr Max Rodgers Patrick Prosser Finn Scaysbrook |
Roco Castell Sophia Millwarde Sonny Doherty |
Savannah Ralph Noah Vukinamualevu Billy Bright Charlee Ramsey |
| Year 2 Red | Year 2 Green | |
| Lucy Pattinson Harrison Leman Cade Edwards |
Mason Pope Olivia Jones Penny Kelemec |
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| Year 3 Red | Year 3 Blue | Year 3 Green |
| Emanuel Zhong Trey Batt Luke Ledbrook |
Matthew Thomas Marcus Thompson Oliver McNeil |
Fletcher Bemmann Nixon Smith Pippa Hudson |
| Year 4 Red | Year 4 Blue | Year 4 Green |
| Elliot Gardoll James Wehlow Jonah Files |
Havarna Stone Aiden Walsh Ava Baldock |
James Leman Lennex Arkinstall Brody Galvin |
| Year 5 Red | Year 5 Blue | Year 5 Green |
| Victoria Awad Joe Blundell Xander Godfrey Liam Holding Sebastian De Somma |
Zac Thomas Elliott Geddes Asha Maher Lachlan Forbes |
Sofia McNeil Ryan Thompson Amelia Varcoe |
| Year 6 Red | Year 6 Blue | Year 6 Green |
| Sophia Wilmot Tobias Rowlatt Lucee Monck Connor Bridle |
Livia Pelley Chelsea Brown Kayla Bayer |
James Dwyer Ruby Ford Harry Ebbs |
for 2023
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Fri 27th Jan |
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Administration Day for Staff |
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Mon 30th Jan to Tues 31st Jan |
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Years 1 – 6 Maths Assessment Interviews |
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Mon 30th Jan to Fri 3rd Feb |
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Kinder Best Start and Maths Assessment Interviews |
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Wed 1st Feb |
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Years 1 – 6 Commence |
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Monday 6th Feb |
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Kindergarten Commence |
