TERM 2

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2026 TERM 2 WEEK 11

WEEK 2

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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Anna- Marie Bothe Principal

What an action-packed term we’ve had! We’re so proud of our students for continuing to show determination, energy and positivity at the end of an 11 week Term 2. Thanks to our wonderful school families for your involvement in school activities, such as sports events and our Working Bee. Our close-knit school community relies and thrives on your commitment and connections. Huge thanks go to our staff who serve our school so tirelessly and have provided such rich school experiences for our students this term.

I pray that everyone has a safe and refreshing break over the holiday period and we look forward to Term 3 when our focus school value for the term will be We are Empowered.

And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Colossians 3:17

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CHRISTINE'S

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Reports

School reports were emailed to all families earlier this week. I hope that they were informative and helpful in sharing your child’s successes and areas for growth. These can be discussed with your child's teacher at Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences next term, or alternatively, feel free to contact the school if you wish to discuss them before this.

Lions Public Speaking Competition

This will take place on Sunday 26th July at 2pm in our school hall. Congratulations to the following students who will be representing St Paul's:

- Year 5 / 6 - Tilly & Meg

- Year 3 / 4 - Daniel & Azariah

Upcoming Events

There are so many events coming up in the first part of Term 3 – Jeans for Genes Day, Kinder 100-day party, RAS Athletics, Year 5/6 camp, School Concert, Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences just to name a few. Please check the calendar on the newsletter or Parent Orbit to make sure you are aware of everything that is happening.

Wishing you all a wonderful break from school routines and some quality family time together. We look forward to seeing all students return to school on Tuesday 21st July.

Just a friendly reminder that students need a HAT everyday!

Thank you.

MOTHER'S DAY

FIRST DAY - TERM 3

Tuesday 21 July

SCHOOL CONCERT

Friday 14 August @ 6:30pm

AI & THE DIGITAL GENERATION WEBINAR

Wednesday 19 August @ 7:00pm

FLYING FRUIT FLY CIRCUS

Thursday 20 August @ 12:00pm

LAST DAY - TERM 2

Friday 3 July

BOOK WEEK

Monday 24 - 28 July

FATHER'S DAY BREAKFAST CHAPEL

Tuesday 1 September

LIONS CLUB PUBLIC SPEAKING COMPETITION

Sunday 26 July @ 2:00pm

IMPORTANT DATES

mainly music

Monday 17 August @ 9:30am

mainly music

Monday 3 August @ 9:30am

MRS BIAR'S CLASS

This term the K-3 class have been looking at different materials and their purposes. We discovered some amazing art projects that reused different materials and so we decided to make our own. From the photos, you can see how amazing they look! We then went to Myoora to play cards, and we gave them our beautiful artwork to hang in their rooms.

The Kinders are doing a great job of reading and writing. Just look at their work!

Blessings,

Mrs Biar

MRS BASSETT'S CLASS

This week, our class have been investigating heritage sites in Australia which have significance for First Nations Australians. They are using maths skills including rounding, estimating and reading, interpreting maps and directions to plan a journey to visit 3 sites.

We have been busily working on our speeches for the Lions Club Public Speaking Competition. Class speeches will be held on the Monday and Tuesday of Week 11 with the top 4 speaking at the school level final on Wednesday 1st of July. All are welcome to attend to watch at our school hall at 9:30am. The top two from 3/4 will then compete at the local level early next term.

Blessings,

Mrs Bassett

MISS H'S CLASS

Throughout this term, we have been reading ‘Us Mob Walawurru’  which is a warm and engaging story that celebrates culture, community, and connection to Country. Told through the voices of children, the book shares the experiences of a group who learn from Elders, care for their environment, and take pride in who they are. With its strong sense of belonging and respect for tradition, the story highlights the importance of working together and valuing culture in everyday life. In conjunction with reading the book, we have also been learning about the 1967 Referendum and writing a factual recount.

Students have begun preparing for their speeches for the Lions Club Public Speaking Competition. All students will be delivering their speeches to classmates at the end of week 10/ beginning of week 11. The top 4-5 students will then make their speeches to the rest of the school on Wednesday July 1st at 9.30am. All parents are warmly welcome to come along and listen to the speeches. From this presentation, the finalists will be chosen to represent St Paul’s on Sunday 26th July.

The Zones of Regulation is a regular time set at the beginning of a session where students check in with how they are feeling and prepare themselves for learning. It helps students build awareness of their emotions and energy levels so they can better manage their behaviour. The goal is to help students understand their current state and use strategies to move toward the Green Zone, where they are calm, focused, and ready to learn. One of the activities that students are engaging with in this space is jigsaw puzzles.

Please join us next Tuesday for Chapel, which will be led by our captains.

Blessings,

Miss H

SRC SPOTLIGHT

Leadership Activities – Cooking/Pop Up Tuckshop

We have successfully sold our food that we made at our pop-up tuckshops.

Upcoming Events

This Friday we are holding a pyjama day and watching a movie. For the PG movie we are watching Goat and for the G movie we are watching Mulan.

Meg & Tilly

SPORTS REPORT

CIS Cross Country

Last week Harriet and Abel competed at the CIS Cross Country Championships in Sydney. Harriet came 57 out of 96, while Abel came 84 out of 99.

Congratulations to both students on this fantastic achievement.

Leadership Activity – Football Competition

The football competition went well and we played the grand final on the whole field. John’s team won the grand final and everyone had fun.

Well done to Wyatt, Ryan and James on organising and running this great competition.

Harriet & Ryan - Sports Captains

AWARDS & CHAPEL

K - 2 - Noah

3 & 4 - Jude

5 & 6 - Harriet

K - 2 - Eli & Alice

3 & 4 - Dane & Azariah

5 & 6 - Louisa & Tilly

Merit & Values Awards

Week 11 - Spirit Awards

Week 10

P&F UPDATE

Well the Year of the Big Shed came, we saw it and we conquered it! The 2024 HMFD was a huge success. We had 150 shift spaces to fill and we did it! Thank you to all our families & friends who pitched in over the event. We needed your support and you didn't let us down.

Thanks to our combined effort we raised over $50,000!!

The P&F have decided to contribute $50,000 to be put towards a new playground and outdoor learning space at school, a place current and future students will be able to enjoy for many years to come.

Our first event in 2025 will be our annual Welcome BBQ to be held on Sunday 2nd February. This is always a great day to catch up after the summer break. More details to come in the New Year.

TUCKSHOP TERM 2 2026

June 22 + 29

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