Ballarat Show Day Tomorrow School Closed 9 th November, 2017 Dear Families, Francis Sullivan, C.E.O of the Truth, Justice and Healing Commission was a keynote speaker at a forum held at Emmaus Catholic Primary School last week. Many members of our school community attended the event and considered how we, the parents, staff and parishioners of St Alipius Parish, can help shape a path to engage young people in their faith journey within a Catholic context. Following Francis address were presentations from key leaders Eileen, Fr Peter and John Crowley who shared their insights into the contributions that their communities have made. DATES TO REMEMBER 10 th Nov Public Holiday Show Day 13 th Nov Assembly 2.30pm 14 th Nov 2018 Foundation Transition Morning 17 th Nov 24 th Nov 27 th Nov Assembly 2.30pm 28 th Nov 2018 Foundation Transition Interviews 30 th Nov Gingerbread House Making -Fundraising 1 st Dec 5 th Dec Whole School Transition Morning The forum provided a means to continue the dialogue about the crucial role we all play in the shaping of our Church. The significance of the words and deeds of Jesus is as important as ever as we strive to find ways of living in peaceful community with one another and to find ways of healing and reconciliation. Such an outcome comes with people living the Gospel in simple, ordinary ways and by connecting with each other and with God. In a poem called the The Lantern Bearers, Rosemary Sutcliffe writes: It may be that night will close over us in the end, but I believe that morning will come again. Morning always grows out of darkness, though maybe not for the people who saw the sun go down. We are the Lantern Bearers my friend: for us to keep something burning, to carry what light we can forward into the darkness and the wind*. Let your light shine, Roxanne
Athletics Carnival A great day was had by all during our Athletics Carnival at Llanberries last week. Allana Kane and Lauren Morris lead us to enjoy of day of fun and exercise as students strove to do their personal best. While the Red team scored the most points during the day, the focus was on participation and involvement. It was great to see so many individual successes, both big and small. Thanks to the many volunteers who helped out to make the event a great success.
Aboriginal Leaders Visit This term our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students have been exploring the issues of identity and leadership. On Wednesday afternoon we welcomed Jon Kanoa and Aaron Clarke, two leaders from the Ballarat Aboriginal community, to come and speak with our students. Jon is the Director of Family Support Services at the Ballarat & District Aboriginal Co-operative and is also father to Ashleigh (Grade 2). Aaron is the Program Manager for AIME (Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience) and has been delivering the AIME programme to our 5/6 students over the past 2 years. Our students brainstormed some fabulous questions to ask our guests. They included: Who inspires you? What was school like for you? What did you want to be when you were little and did you get there or did you change your mind? Jon and Aaron gave our students great insight into what it means to be leaders in this community. They spoke about the importance of being proud of who you are, despite the struggles and challenges you might face. They encouraged the students to embrace difficult tasks and be prepared to fail. Failing at different things has helped them become the leaders they are today. They also said that learning about their culture is an ongoing process. There is still so much they don t know and that is why they enjoy speaking with young people and learning together. Thank you for visiting us Jon and Aaron, we look forward to learning more alongside you!
TERM 4 Calendar Friday 10 th November Monday 13 th November Tuesday 14 th November Friday 17 th November Friday 24 th November Monday 27 th November Tuesday 28 th November Thursday 30 th November Friday 1 st December Tuesday 5 th December Wednesday 6 th December Friday 8 th December Friday 8 th December Monday 11 th December Wednesday 13 th Dec DATES TO REMEMBER SCHOOL CLOSURE Ballarat Show Day Assembly 2.30pm 2018 Foundation Transition Morning Assembly 2.30pm 2018 Foundation Transition Interviews Gingerbread House Making -Fundraising Whole School Transition Morning Foundation Performance 12noon & 6.30pm Year 2 Sleepover Final Year Assembly 2.30pm Year 6 Graduation St Alipius Church Friday 15 th December Year 6 Mystery Day Tuesday 19 th December Final Year Mass 12noon Tuesday 19 th December Last Day of the Year (Term 4) Wednesday 20 th & Thursday 21 st December All students for 2018 testing all 2018 students must attend an appointment 2019 Year 7 Enrolment at St Patrick s College Applications close on Friday December 1, 2017 If you are considering a Catholic education for your son, St Patrick s College offers an education delivering academic excellence, a strong focus on social justice, sports, and the arts. Enrolments for 2019 Year 7 are now open and you are invited to submit your sons application by Friday December 1, 2017. A College prospectus can be downloaded from http://www.stpats.vic.edu.au/en/prospectivefamilies/prospectus/ Applications for 2019 close on Friday December 1 with interviews to take place in early March, 2018. Please contact the Registrar, Ms Caitlin Bennett for further information on 5331 1688.
2019 Year 7 Information Evening All families are welcome to attend the 2019 Year 7 Information Evening on Thursday October 26 at 7.30 pm which will take place in the College Chapel. Families will hear from the Headmaster, Mr John Crowley, the Director of Junior School, Mr John Richards and have the opportunity to tour the College. Please register your attendance through Trybooking and by clicking on this link: https://www.trybooking.com/rcph College Tours College tours are available each month on a Friday morning for prospective families and take in all learning areas of the College. To book a tour, please contact Caitlin Bennett at cbennett@stpats.vic.edu.au or phone 5331 1688. 2019 Year 7 Scholarships The 2019 Scholarship Testing date is Saturday February 24 at 9 am to 12 noon at the College. Registration for eligible applicants will be open on Monday October 9. Registration closes on Sunday February 18 at midnight. Register at this link or please go to www.stpats.vic.edu.au for further information.