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10 Year Gala Event:
The 10 Year Gala Event is set to be an evening of great celebration making more memories for our school community.
Tables are now available for the GSFM 10 Year Gala Event. Tickets are $120 per person. Reach out to friends and family and get a table of 10 together for a night of food, drinks and entertainment.
This is an adult only event.
Book your tickets through https://www.trybooking.com/CBMCBThank You to our generous Gala Event Sponsors:
Our 10 Year Gala Event Sponsors will be contributing to the school’s ability to:
- upgrade classroom audio visual equipment
- purchase playground equipment
- maintain a consistent renewal and replenishment of English & Mathematics resources
- upgrade play and garden areas of the school, including a prayer garden
- redesign and landscape the school’s pedestrian entrance from Cabbage Tree Lane
The contributions will also support the P&F to continue their work in supporting the learning and improving the school environment for students.
10 Year Gala Dinner Sponsorship:
Thank you to all those who have chosen a sponsorship package. Your generous support is very much appreciated. Packages are still able to be chosen.
See the Sponsorship Packages below:
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Platinum $1 000 + |
Gold $800 - $999 |
Silver $500 - $799 |
Bronze $200 - $499 |
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Facebook promotional post and business link added |
Group Facebook mention |
Group Facebook mention |
Group Facebook mention |
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Business name announcements /promotions during the gala evening |
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Contact information published within the School Newsletter & social media leading |
Contact information published within the School Newsletter & social media leading |
Contact information published within the School Newsletter & social media leading |
Contact information published within the School Newsletter & social media leading |
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Permission to erect your own banner at the evening |
Permission to erect your own banner at the evening |
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Your business name on school electronic sign for remainder of the year |
Your business name on school electronic sign for remainder of the year |
Your business name on school electronic sign for remainder of the year |
Your business name on school electronic sign for remainder of the year |
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Commemorative 10 Year gift and Certificate of Appreciation |
Certificate of Appreciation |
Certificate of Appreciation |
Certificate of Appreciation |
By sponsoring the 10 Year Gala Dinner, you will be contributing to the school’s ability to:
- upgrade classroom audio visual equipment
- purchase playground equipment
- maintain a consistent renewal and replenishment of English & Mathematics resources
- upgrade play and garden areas of the school, including a prayer garden
- redesign and landscape the school’s pedestrian entrance from Cabbage Tree Lane
The contributions will also support the P&F to continue their work in supporting the learning and improving the school environment for students.
Dear Parents and Carers of Good Samaritan,
With the busyness of school life continuing this term it is hard to believe that this time last year we were well into a COVID-19 lockdown and remote learning. How quickly we get back into the swing of things in a school!
Week 10 of this term will, unfortunately, see Good Samaritan students and our friends at St Brigid’s Gwynneville, return to remote learning due to the UCI Bike Race and the many road closures around the school affecting access. Please be reminded that no one will be on the school site during this time. Our school staff are currently planning for learning in week 10. Whilst remote learning may seem ‘easy enough’ to switch to in the minds of some, it actually takes a lot of planning and time to change the platform of learning within a school.
For those students and families who have previously experienced remote learning at Good Samaritan the structure will be very similar. More information will be forthcoming which will explain how students will access learning during this time.
This week is Screen Aware Week. It’s that opportunity for us to revise our expectations for the use of devices in classrooms and at school. It is also an opportunity for students to be aware of how much time they are spending on screens. This short eSafety video for parents outlines some easy things that you can do to help your child stay safe online. The eSafety commissioner has a huge range of resources available for parents and families to access. I would definitely recommend visiting this site to remain informed.
As we journey together, with Jesus, this week,
Toni Sillis
Principal
Our School Captain, Bonnie, recently had the opportunity to read at her younger cousin’s daycare centre for Book Week. The children loved having Bonnie read to them with some of the young listeners attending Kindergarten at Good Samaritan in 2023.
On Wednesday 14 September, we will celebrate our 10 Year Anniversary with a mass. Special guests, including Peter Hill - Director of Schools - will be in attendance at the mass. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Brian Mascord.
All parents are welcome to attend the mass commencing at 9:30am. Mass will be followed by a morning tea for all guests in the hall.
Good Samaritan boys and girls will then enjoy a fun day which has been supported by our generous P&F. The students will participate in activity rotations including PuttPutt Golf, a disco and many more fun filled activities. Year 6 are working hard to organise the day.
The day will be a chance to thank the students for their commitment to our wonderful school community.
We look forward to celebrating 10 Years of Good Samaritan together throughout this week.
The day will conclude with the usual dismissal at 3pm.
The seasons are starting to change and, as is custom at GSFM, following Father’s Day students are able to begin to wear their Summer uniform. This is always done at parents’ discretion based on the weather each day.
Thank you for supporting our Good Samaritan Uniform policy and expectations.
There’s fantastic prizes to be won this year in the P&F Father’s Day Raffle.
Have you returned your tickets yet?
NAPLAN results have been released this week. Parents of Years 3 and 5 students will receive their child’s report by the end of the week.
NAPLAN provides a national evidence base consistent across states and territories, contributing to the monitoring and evaluation of student progress and outcomes. The data from the assessments helps to inform teaching and learning programs. This information complements teacher judgement and the wide range of formal and informal assessments that are used in each school. Catholic education supports the importance of the National Assessment Program and its continual refinement.
Personal Development and Health
The information provided each week allows for discussion about the content covered in Personal Development lessons each week.
The content covered in Session 6:
Session 6 - Week 7
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Kindergarten students are learning to identify unwanted touch and practise ways to respond to unwanted touch. Question to discuss with children: What are some responses we can say or do if touch is unwanted? |
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Year 1 students are learning to identify parts of their muscular system so that they can understand how their body works. Question to discuss with children: Where are the following muscles - pectoral, hamstring, quadriceps, gluteus maximus, abdominals, biceps, triceps? |
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Year 2 students are learning to identify secrets so that they can get help from trusted adults when needed. Question to discuss with children: What actions should you take if you are asked to keep a secret that makes you feel unsafe or uncomfortable? |
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Year 3 students are learning to identify changes that will occur to their bodies so that they know what to do when it starts to happen. Question to discuss with children: Why is it important to know and use the correct names for the private parts of the body? |
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Year 4 students are learning to identify types of abuse so that they can appropriately respond to situations and be safe. Question to discuss with children: What is the difference between an accident and abuse? |
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Year 5 students are learning to recognise our rights so that it can assist us in knowing when to seek help Question to discuss with children: How would you seek help if you felt you were not being respected or treated fairly? |
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Year 6 students are learning to identify changes that will occur to our bodies during puberty so that we can know what to do when it happens. Question to discuss with children: What were some of your own personal experiences during puberty? |
September 1 2022: World Day of Prayer For Creation
Loving God who hears every voice, knows each cry of injustice, and is attentive to the suffering of the earth: teach us to listen. Bring healing to our lives, that we may protect the world and not prey on it, that we may listen to the world you have created and not close ourselves off from it. Reveal to us the ways in which we have failed to hear your voice in how we treat the earth. God, who listens to every living thing, helps us to listen as you do.
Amen.
We pray for our Year 3 students who will make their First Holy Communion over the coming weeks.
Lord Jesus Christ, bless the children coming forward to receive Holy Communion for the first time. May this day be the step toward a life-long love of the Eucharist.
Give them a hunger for this sacred food so that they turn to you for comfort, guidance, and wisdom as they grow into full discipleship. Thank you for their innocence and goodness.
May their hands, extended in anticipation of your body and blood, inspire all of us to cherish this sacred Sacrament. Amen.
On the 30 August a talented group of Year 5 and 6 girls represented Good Samaritan at the NSWCPS Netball Gala Day. The girls showed fantastic sportsmanship, amazing netball skills and worked extremely well as a team. They played against many talented teams and finished the day second in their division. Thank you to Miss Georgia Burley who was our team umpire for the day. Hope, Bonnie, Annie, Holly, Ella, Darcie, Lucia, Maude, Bella and Macy should all be congratulated and proud of their efforts. Well done girls!
This R U OK? DAY, GSFM are inviting everyone to start a meaningful conversation, and shine a light on mental health and wellbeing.
As a school community we will acknowledge and support R U OK?Day on Thursday 8 September 2022. This day will be incorporated into our term PB4L Day. R U OK? Day is a national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, ‘are you OK?’
Students are encouraged to wear yellow themed mufti ensuring they have appropriate clothing and covered in shoes.
During this day we will also be celebrating the great things we do at Good Samaritan and participating in activities in our grades focusing on our whole school behaviour expectations in the classroom and on the playground.
From the School Handbook:
Being Considerate of Confidentiality
At times there may be incidents within the school that involve certain students and you may hear about them through other parents. These may relate to another child’s progress and learning or their behaviour. It is most important that the confidentiality of that student, and of his or her family, is protected. Always treat such incidents with empathy – no one would like their own child to be the topic of discussion amongst parents. If you have some specific concerns that relate to your own child please do not hesitate to address these through the classroom teacher, Stage Middle Leader, Mrs Hailstone or Mrs Sillis.
P&F Meeting: Monday 17 October 7pm
The next P&F meeting will be held on Monday 17 October at 7pm. All are welcome to attend face to face in the School Library or via Zoom. (Details below)
P&F Meeting Zoom Details:
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:
https://dowcatholic.zoom.us/j/64556102577?pwd=RHJMeE80UUdrYTVSbGt2UTA1eVdFZz09
Password: 531322
The Canteen will be open
WEDNESDAY,THURSDAY and FRIDAY EACH WEEK
News from Year 6 Classrooms:
Year 6 students and teachers enjoyed a busy and productive Term 3. Students have celebrated a special Year 6 Mass with Bishop Brian, continued the leadership program with Cameron, presented a wonderful Science Day for the whole school, enjoyed a visit from the St George-Illawarra Dragons and participated with enthusiasm in the Book Week activities.
Book Week
The Cat in the Hat, formerly known as Kristian.
Issa Took out first prize for the best character in 6 Blue, despite some stiff competition.
Dragons Visit
On the 8 August we had the pleasure of welcoming the St George-Illawarra Dragons to Stage 3. The students participated in fitness drills and skill activities. Pictured below with star player Kezie Apps. Kezie has achieved the following representative honours: New South Wales State of Origin (2014-current); Australia Jillaroos (2014-current); Australia World Cup Nines (2019); Women's All Stars (2013-17); Country New South Wales (2018-19, 2021).
Kezie Apps with Marcus, Jackson and Dragons’ ambassador, Brenton.
Science Week
In recognition of the 2022 Science Week, Year 6 students worked in teams to prepare and present a variety of exciting experiments for the entire school. They did a wonderful job and certainly encouraged the interest of our younger students in science.
Book Week!
Term 3 2022
September:
Friday 2 September
Father's Day BBQ Breakfast & Stall -7.15 am start
Monday 5 September
Feast of Mother Teresa
Monday 5 September
Students can wear Summer Uniform
Thursday 8 September
R U OK Day
PB4L Day
Wednesday 14 September
Feast of the Holy Cross - Feast Day 10 Years of Good Samaritan
Friday 16 September
GSFM 10 Year Gala Event
Monday 19-Friday 23 September
Remote Learning
Friday 23 September
Last Day of Term 3
18-25 September
UCI 2022 Road World Championships- Wollongong
October:
Monday 10 October
First Day Term 4
Save the Date!
Good Samaritan will be holding a Small Steps Anxiety Information Seminar for Parents in Term 4 - Tuesday 18 October. The Small Steps is a program aimed at raising awareness and improving the recognition of anxiety disorders in children.
Topic covered during a Small Steps session:
- Signs and symptoms of anxiety
- Different types of anxiety and how they present
- Evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders
- Referral and treatment options
- Stressors, including COVID-19 and natural disasters
The Small Steps session is run by an independent facilitator. The sessions will be attended by members of the school leadership team and our school counsellor, Kath Walsh.
The sessions run for one hour, with time afterwards for discussion and questions.
If you think your child might have anxiety, you have observed symptoms of anxiety in your child or you are just interested in what to look out for, come along to learn a little more.
Session 1 will be held on Tuesday 18 October 2pm-3pm.
A repeat session will be held from 5pm-6pm.