Newsletter March 29th, 2023

  Lord,

 Community is many things to many people
but perhaps we might acknowledge at this moment in time,
that community is simply a sense of cohesiveness
among a group of people:
people who support and interact positively together.

Community makes a difference to our lives.

In community we are inspired and encouraged
to be the best we can be.
We are challenged to overcome barriers and adversity together.

In community we embrace difference
and acknowledge the many gifts of those within.

We grow in wisdom and knowledge
and are strengthened through the sharing
of experiences, insights and reflections.

So together we pray
May our lights shine in our community
Transform us as we seek to transform:
Guide us, open our minds and hearts;
so we can walk with those in our care,
attentive to the Wisdom
that calls us to the Kingdom of God.

May the members of our community who are unwell
be wrapped up in your love and care.

Amen

Jayne Bosworth

'Inspire us to act justly and to reverence all God has made.'

Excerpt from St Brigid's Prayer

At the end of this term, Renee Teven will finish in her role as Learning Support Officer at St Brigid’s. Throughout her time at St Brigid’s, Renee has worked across all classrooms providing support, care and encouragement for all. Renee’s hard work, dedication, and contributions made during her time at St Brigid’s is admirable. Renee has been a committed member of our team, and we're grateful for everything Renee has brought to our school. Renee’s positive outlook and care for all is so appreciated and we wish her the very best for her future endeavours.

This year, we are very excited to welcome families back to our fortnightly assemblies in the Multipurpose Room.  Please see the outline below for our Term 2 schedule.

The following children have qualified for the next stage of Cross Country which is held at Ballarat University, Mt Helen on Thursday 30th March.

Marcus Speakman
Angus Muldeary
Iris Yearwood
Anni Clarke
Felix Trinder
Grace Monterosso
Eddie Tranter
Clara Monterosso

Good Luck to all participants competing!

On Friday 31st  March, 2023, our school will be participating in the Annual Moorabool and District School Sports day. This will be a wonderful opportunity for us to connect with other schools as there will be four schools competing in several activities. This day will be facilitated by school staff and volunteer helpers who will organise and run each event. This is the 26th year that this sports day has been organised at Mason’s Lane, Bacchus Marsh. It would not happen without the dedication and efficiency of the staff and parent helpers from each school to administer each event. Information has been circulated via PAM.

Reminders:

Please ensure that:

• children catching the bus to Mason’s Lane (as per PAM note) are at school no later than 8.15am;
• long-lasting sunscreen is applied to your child/ren before arriving at Mason’s Lane;
• your child/ren are wearing their St Brigid’s sports uniform and school hat;
• children have a drink bottle, snacks and lunch (there will be no canteen on this day);
• you log into your PAM account to give permission for your child/ren to participate in this event and to travel to and from event by bus if required. 

Thank you for the very generous Easter donation from T and K Support Services. All of our St Brigid's families will be placed into a draw and one lucky family will be gifted this beautiful hamper. The winner will be announced on Wednesday 5th April.

This year, each year level will facilitate Holy Week liturgies at St Brigid’s church. Please see the outline below. All welcome.

Congratulations to the following  students who will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation next week. Many thanks to Therese Winter, Fr Justin, the sacramental team and families  for their organisation and preparation.

Every blessing to:

Sophie Barton, Anni Clarke, Milly Conroy, Grace Monterosso, Lilly Moshoudis, Thomas Sims, Jake Cabrie, Ari Jeandet and Remi Jeandet.

As previously communicated, school will conclude at 2:20pm next Thursday 6th April, 2023.

A student free day will take place on Monday 24th April, 2023. On this day staff will work with Gina Bernasconi (Catholic Education Ballarat - Education Officer) to unpack our Enhancing Catholic School Identity (ECSI) data and set goals moving forward.

Mother's Day Breakfast & Liturgy on Friday 12th May from 8.30am. More details to follow.

All of the timetabled events (to date) for the school year can be found on our school calendar which can be accessed through PAM and via this newsletter.

Please ensure that your child is wearing the correct uniform to school each day. The St Brigid’s uniform consists of the following:

A reminder to please label clothing, lunchboxes, containers, bags and water bottles!

Performing Arts will take place on Tuesday’s with Visual Arts and Physical Education taking place on Wednesday’s.  All children will need to wear their sports uniform on a Wednesday. Please ensure your child has an art smock (or old shirt etc) for Visual Arts.

All children are expected to be at school ready to begin by 9:00am. Arriving on time for school is important. The first 10 minutes of school is a vital time of the day when the day's routine and structure is established. It is a time for ‘tuning in’ and focusing on the learning intentions for the day. It is very difficult for children arriving late to ‘catch up on this missed information. Parents are expected to phone through to the office the child’s absence on the day, or through our school Parent Access Module (PAM). If there has been no contact from the family in the morning of the absence, a sms from the office confirming the child’s absence from school will be sent.

Enrolments are now open for the 2024 year. Onsite tours will commence in Term 1. Please spread the word!

Preschool Storytime at St Brigid’s has commenced - all welcome!

Mass Times:

Korobeit Sat 6.30pm ~ Creswick 8.45am ~ Daylesford 10.30am