6 December 2018

Newsletter Articles

Principals Report

We are coming towards the end of the 2018 school year. It is a time when many of us can feel overwhelmed by the multitudes of things we need to get completed. Our students can also feel overwhelmed. Our Grade 6 students are thinking about their last weeks as Primary students, our other students are getting ready to move into the next class on their primary education journey. While the stresses and pressures of the end of term can impact on us all I urge all in our community to take the opportunity to enjoy these last weeks, and remember our many achievements this year.

On Thursday 29th November we hosted our Kindergarten to Grade 2 Athletics Carnival. It was on so many levels an outstanding day. The organisation by Mr Johnson, the set up and pack up by Mr Mackenlay and the student, staff and parental support made it a sensational day. The role that our Grade 6 Aussie Sports Leaders assumed on the day made the biggest impact. Their participation on the day certainly showed the growth and maturity of these students. Responsibility, Leadership and Independence are all skills we saw in abundance from our Grade Six students.

In the next two weeks there are many things happening daily in our school and the Schoolzine App and our Face-Book page is a good way to ensure that you are aware of the events.

A truly sensational Kinder – Grade 2 Athletics Carnival

Kind Regards
Bernadette Brooks
Principal

Reflection

ADVENT

Advent is a period of reflection, repentance and belief in Jesus Christ.

The church year in Australia begins on the First Sunday of Advent. Advent is originally a time to reflect and prepare for Christmas similarly to how Lent is in preparation for Easter. The term “Advent” derives from the Latin word adventus, meaning “coming” or “arrival”. It refers to the period immediately before Christmas, during which time one might prepare for the symbolic birth of Christ each year.

Purple is historically the main colour used for Advent because it reflects penitence, fasting, and the colour of royalty to welcome the Advent of the King (Jesus Christ). Advent wreaths are symbolic of Advent. The purpose of Jesus’ coming into the world, of the "Word made flesh" and dwelling among us is to reveal God and His grace to the world through Jesus’ life and teaching, but also through his suffering, death, and resurrection.

Heavenly Father,
as we begin this Advent,
give light to our eyes and peace to our hearts.
May the Lord find us watching and waiting in joy when He comes.
We pray in Jesus' name.

Deputy Principal Announcement

It is with absolute pleasure that I announce that Mrs Lauren McCallum has been appointed the Deputy Principal for Holy Rosary Catholic School. Lauren is a passionate and experienced educator. In the past two years Lauren has worked tirelessly to support our staff, students and families and is extremely well deserving of this role. I have absolute faith in Lauren's ability to work beside myself and all of us to ensure the best outcomes for all in our school. I know you will all join with me in congratulating Lauren and offering her every support as she steps into this newly created role.

The new Deputy Principal role in primary schools has been created to work closely with the Principal, and together, they will form the senior leadership team in our schools. They will provide both strategic and day-to-day leadership of mission, evangelisation and learning within the school community to ensure the goals of Catholic Education Tasmania are achieved.

Grade 6 Leadership Positions 2019

On Monday we announced our Grade 6 Student leadership Positions for 2019. All Grade 5 students who prepared and delivered speeches are to be congratulated on putting themselves forward. For those students who were not successful we urge them to continue to remember that all Grade Six students are leaders in our school. Congratulations to the following students who have been elected by their peers and staff to Leadership Positions for 2019.

Canteen Accreditation

We are extremely proud to announce that we have received Gold Canteen Reaccreditation for the fourth year by the Tasmanian School Canteen Association. This award shows a continuing commitment to the health and wellbeing of our students. I would like to sincerely thank Mrs Alison Lange and Mrs Kylie McIntyre for all their work in always continuing to ensure that the health of our students is a top priority.

Learn To Swim

Our Prep to Grade 2 students commenced their Learn to Swim Program this week until Friday 14th December.

We love learning water safety and swimming

Orientation Day and Reports

On Monday 17th December all children will have an opportunity to spend some time in their new classroom and meet their new teachers and classmates. On this day the students will bring home reports, class lists and booklists.

End of Year Information

On Wednesday 19th December we will celebrate our Thanksgiving Liturgy and Award Evening for our Grade 6 class of 2018. The Liturgy commences at 6.00pm in the St Bernard’s Hall. There is a school expectation that students from Grade 3 to 5 will attend the Liturgy and Awards Evening to support and recognise the achievements of our 2018 Grade 6 students. Students are to wear their formal school uniform. Students in Kindergarten to Grade 2 are most certainly invited and very welcome to attend but there is no expectation in relation to attendance for our younger students. We look forward to celebrating this very special event this evening with our community.

On Thursday 20th December we will hold our final assembly for students from Kindergarten to Grade 5. This assembly will commence at 11.30pm and conclude at 1.00pm. Parents and family members who attend this assembly are welcome to take students home at the conclusion of the assembly.

2019 Preparation

If parents know that they will not be continuing enrolment of their child/children at Holy Rosary Catholic School in 2019 please let the Office know as soon as possible, as we have students on a waiting list for positions.

Basketball Championships in Launceston

Our Grade 3/4 boys and Grade 5/6 boys Basketball Teams did an excellent job at the State Primary School Basketball Championships in Launceston. A huge thank you to our wonderful parents and coaches who travelled to Launceston to support the boys.

Huge effort……..great memories!

Grade 4 Camp

So much to do……..awesome

This year, grade 4 went to Orford for their school camp. Firstly they went to Richmond to see the model Village and to sketch the bridge built in 1823. After that grade 4 went to Spring Beach to settle in. They had some free play then went down to the beach for beach games and a sandcastle competition. Later on, it was time for a movie and a milo! Yum! Then it was time for bed. It's an awesome camp and we definitely recommend it!

Written by Abbie and Lylah

Uniform Shop

The uniform shop is closed for stock take and back to school orders. QKR orders can be placed up to 13 December 2018.

Pre-ordered uniforms will be available to purchase and collect from the school office from Tuesday 29 January 2019.

Uniform shop opening hours prior to school returns in 2019 are:-

9:00am - 12:00pm
Thursday 31st January
Friday 1st February
Tuesday 5th February

As previously mentioned, if you did not submit a Back to School order, a limit of one item off the shelf with other quantities on back order will be in place.

Normal term times will resume on Thursday 7 February 2019.

Spare Clothes

Christmas Raffle

Appreciation Afternoon Tea

Entertainment Books

Holy Rosary Catholic School is fundraising with the Entertainment fundraiser this year, and we’d appreciate your continued support.

Your 2017 | 2018 Entertainment Membership expired on 1 June 2018. Please continue supporting our School by purchasing the 2018 | 2019 Entertainment Membership from us today. Hundreds of great value offers are ready for your enjoyment, while also helping our fundraising!

Chigwell House

Our final free community lunch for the year is this Friday the 7th of December. All are welcome to attend.

GCC Christmas Carols

Glenorchy Carols - A Not So Silent Night
Saturday 8th December 2018
Tolosa Park, Glenorchy

Free and UNticketed, just turn up.

Gates open 5pm

Hands-on Activities

Family activities start at 5:30pm (including circus skills 5:30-7:30pm hands-on creations in the YMCA Holiday Village until 8pm)

Music and Carols

Performances start on the Tolosa Park Soundshell at 5:30pm, with the main music program (including lots of sing-along carols) from 6pm

Candles and Songbooks will be available for a donation from the Leo’s stand (Young Lions Club Members) in front of the stage

A highlight will be the YMCA Community Parade, everyone who made an instrument or something to wear in the Holiday Village, and others who just want to join in, will parade through the audience lead by the Derwent Pipe Band (bagpipes!!) and some highland dancers.

Santa

Santa will hear the noise and join the parade at about 9pm (in his traditional red suit), and then get on stage for the finale carols sing-along

The performance program is due to finish at 9:30pm

Food and Drink

There will be a variety of food and drink available including Lions Club BBQ, Indian Street Food, toasted sandwiches, hot and cold drinks, sweets and vegetarian and vegan options.

Free water refill station will be near the food vans

Transport

Shuttle buses will NOT be running from Glenorchy this year, as take up in previous years has been so low.

Metro bus #503 goes to Tolosa Park

Carparking on site -delays may be experienced on exit

(we are running pre-booked buses at set times from Moonah Primary and Vaucluse Gardens in South Hobart, if people want to book on these buses they can contact carols@gcc.tas.gov.au)

Email carols@gcc.tas.gov.au
Or call 6216 6800

Glenorchy Carols is a smoke-free event.
Glenorchy Carols is a family event, alcohol is not sold or encouraged

HRCS Christmas Carols

Carols on the Hill

Tickets to the Archdiocese of Hobart’s Carols on the Hill event in Hobart are now available to order online.

Supported by the City of Hobart, Carols on the Hill is a free, traditional outdoor carols event

specifically designed for families to share in the joyful spirit of Christmas. The event will be staged at the Hobart campus of Guilford Young College on Saturday, December 15 from 6pm to 9pm, with gates opening at 5.30pm. The oval is secure and can comfortably hold around 1200 people, making it an ideal venue for families with children.

Compered by Tasmanian-born speaker and author Sam Clear, Carols on the Hill will feature local group and individual performances, as well as community carol singing. The lighting of candles as dusk descends on the city is sure to make for a memorable carols event. The Sultan Holdings community tree will offer people the opportunity to donate gifts and non-perishable food items to support those in need this Christmas, and families are invited to light a candle and say a prayer at the Nativity scene.

How to order your tickets

Entry to Carols on the Hill is free; however, attendees must order tickets through an official website.

A valid email address is required to order tickets.

• Individuals can order up to a maximum of six (6) tickets.
• A single general admission ticket must be reserved for each & every attendee (adults &
• children)
• Tickets are free. There are no costs involved when ordering tickets.
• You can choose to receive tickets by email that require printing, or electronic tickets
• delivered to your smart phone or tablet.
• Tickets are available once you accept the event Terms & Conditions on the ticketing website.

To reserve your tickets, go to the link below and enter ‘Carols on the Hill’ as your search criteria.

Carols on the Hill is made possible through the generous support of the City of Hobart, Tasmanian Catholic Education Office, Sultan Holdings, Page Seager, Federal Group, Catholic Church Insurance, Southern Cross Care (Tas) Inc., Guilford Young College, Samuel Clear Speaking Engagements, Fuji Xerox Business Centre and Graham Family Funerals.

Holiday Happenings

Hockey

2019 School Holiday Clinics
Tuesday 15th and 29th January 2019

Music

IAM Music
Try 5 musical instruments for $5

Term 4 2018 Assemblies and Liturgies

Parents and Friends are most welcome and kindly invited to join us for our School Assemblies which are held at 1:45pm and our Liturgies which are held at 12:00 noon on the following dates in the School Hall or St Bernard’s Church unless noted differently.

2018 Upcoming Events