Term 1, Week 2 |
9 FEBRUARY, 2021 |
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
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We are Respectful
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We are Responsible
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We are Safe
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What's On?
Whole School PrayerMonday 15th February
2M Lead Whole School Prayer will be shared via Facebook |
Forms to be completedCompass Portal
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upComing Events
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Are you using compass?
As you are aware Catholic Education Tasmania has moved to a new student record system called Compass. The Compass Program allows us to communicate with families directly through the Compass Parent Portal. The Compass Parent Portal is now our main communication tool. All parents will need to download the Compass App and ensure they are able to login.
Thank you to those families who have already taken up the Compass App and are successfully engaging with it and our school.
Thank you to those families who have already taken up the Compass App and are successfully engaging with it and our school.
Mrs DOWNWARD'S Reflection
rELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR
"Remember we are but travellers here"
Mary MacKillop
Welcome to Week 2.
During the holidays I attended a Continuity of Culture workshop which launched the exhibition ‘Wrapped In Culture’ at the QVMAG. I reflected on my role as Religious Education Coordinator and Education Officer: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, whilst designing my own possum skin pelt. During the workshop I learnt:
“A possum skin was an Aboriginal child’s first blanket. The underside of the skin was incised using a shell or stone with symbols that were significant to the clan group and connected the child spiritually to the land and the spirit ancestors. Over time pelts and symbols would be added so that the skin would grow with the child. During their lifetime, children would experience the many uses of possum skins in everyday and ceremonial life.”
Possum Skin Pedagogy by Sue Atkinson
At OLOL students develop their understanding and knowledge of Christianity in the light of Jesus and the Gospels and learn from the rich spirituality of our indigenous people. Our Religious Education curriculum expands students’ spiritual awareness. It fosters the skills of discernment, interpreting, thinking critically, making meaning whilst challenging and inspiring our students to help others. The purpose of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Culture Cross Curriculum Priority is to engage staff and students with the world’s oldest continuous living culture.
I look forward to sharing with you the teaching and learning experiences in these two curriculum areas throughout the year.
A reminder that it is the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes this Thursday.
Our Lady of Lourdes School is named after Mary, the mother of Jesus, under her title “Our Lady of Lourdes”.
On February 11, 1858, Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous, a peasant girl, at Lourdes, in south of France, while she was collecting firewood. This was the first of many appearances during which Mary prayed the prayers of the Rosary with Bernadette. Mary instructed Bernadette to dig in the ground to release a spring of water, the healing powers of which continue to touch the lives of the many believing pilgrims who journey to Lourdes each year.
God Bless,
Belinda
During the holidays I attended a Continuity of Culture workshop which launched the exhibition ‘Wrapped In Culture’ at the QVMAG. I reflected on my role as Religious Education Coordinator and Education Officer: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, whilst designing my own possum skin pelt. During the workshop I learnt:
“A possum skin was an Aboriginal child’s first blanket. The underside of the skin was incised using a shell or stone with symbols that were significant to the clan group and connected the child spiritually to the land and the spirit ancestors. Over time pelts and symbols would be added so that the skin would grow with the child. During their lifetime, children would experience the many uses of possum skins in everyday and ceremonial life.”
Possum Skin Pedagogy by Sue Atkinson
At OLOL students develop their understanding and knowledge of Christianity in the light of Jesus and the Gospels and learn from the rich spirituality of our indigenous people. Our Religious Education curriculum expands students’ spiritual awareness. It fosters the skills of discernment, interpreting, thinking critically, making meaning whilst challenging and inspiring our students to help others. The purpose of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Culture Cross Curriculum Priority is to engage staff and students with the world’s oldest continuous living culture.
I look forward to sharing with you the teaching and learning experiences in these two curriculum areas throughout the year.
A reminder that it is the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes this Thursday.
Our Lady of Lourdes School is named after Mary, the mother of Jesus, under her title “Our Lady of Lourdes”.
On February 11, 1858, Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous, a peasant girl, at Lourdes, in south of France, while she was collecting firewood. This was the first of many appearances during which Mary prayed the prayers of the Rosary with Bernadette. Mary instructed Bernadette to dig in the ground to release a spring of water, the healing powers of which continue to touch the lives of the many believing pilgrims who journey to Lourdes each year.
God Bless,
Belinda
School news
In Grade 4B our students have been 'Cybersmart Detectives' as part of the learning they have undertaken for Safer Internet Day 2021.
Board Nominations
OLOL is looking for a number of parents in our community that would like to become Board members. We are looking for a range of skills and abilities to enhance our current Board members. OLOL really values the input of the Board to OLOL and would appreciate either self-nominations or nominations of those you consider would enhance our school leadership team. Please fill out a recommendation form and either drop/email this to the school office or directly to carol.seagar@catholic.tas.edu.au
The School Board is a vital structure in supporting the operation of the school at a local level. In accordance with the Standard Terms of Reference for Boards of Archdiocesan Schools, the Church Trust Corporation delegates a range of functions for the Board. These include supporting the Principal across a range of governance issues such as strategic planning, local policy development and the preparation of the budget and capital works program of the school.
Click here to access the 'Recommendation for Archdiocesan School Board Appointment'
Kinder - Compass Parent Portal
All new Kinder families have received a letter today with login details for our Compass Parent Portal. Existing families can use their current login details to access the Parent Portal.
Parent/Teacher Goal Setting
These meetings will place on Tuesday 23rd February. We encourage you to make an appointment on the evening set aside, so that we may work effectively as partners in your child's education. Appointments can be made via the Compass Parent Portal from 3:00 pm today, Tuesday 2nd February.
Buses 2021
There are new bus routes/timetables this year. If your child is catching a bus at the end of the day, you must complete the form below. Families need to complete this form no later than 3:00 pm Friday 5th February.
Click here to complete the 'OLOL Bus List 2021'
Please use the following link or contact MerseyLink to determine which route and bus your child will catch in 2021.
Click here to access the 'Bus Route'
Devon Primary School Netball
Expression of Interest: Students in Grade 2-6 who wish to play netball, please complete registration via Compass Parent Portal (no later than 3:00pm Friday 12th February 2021).
Medical Students
If your Child has Medical issues, could current medical plans be bought into the office as soon as possible please.
Canteen
For new families who wish to use our canteen please go to school24.net.au and click on the Register button.
Our School Registration ID number is 25374963.
For existing members of school24, please ensure you update your child/children's classes before placing your first order.
Canteen Volunteers Required
Can you help by volunteering your time to help in the Canteen? Volunteers are required to have a current WWVP card.
The Canteen hours are as follows: Tuesday - Friday 9:00am - 11:30am
Role: Preparing and packing of lunches. Serving children at 1st Lunch.
Click here to access 'Canteen Volunteer Form'
OLOL is looking for a number of parents in our community that would like to become Board members. We are looking for a range of skills and abilities to enhance our current Board members. OLOL really values the input of the Board to OLOL and would appreciate either self-nominations or nominations of those you consider would enhance our school leadership team. Please fill out a recommendation form and either drop/email this to the school office or directly to carol.seagar@catholic.tas.edu.au
The School Board is a vital structure in supporting the operation of the school at a local level. In accordance with the Standard Terms of Reference for Boards of Archdiocesan Schools, the Church Trust Corporation delegates a range of functions for the Board. These include supporting the Principal across a range of governance issues such as strategic planning, local policy development and the preparation of the budget and capital works program of the school.
Click here to access the 'Recommendation for Archdiocesan School Board Appointment'
Kinder - Compass Parent Portal
All new Kinder families have received a letter today with login details for our Compass Parent Portal. Existing families can use their current login details to access the Parent Portal.
Parent/Teacher Goal Setting
These meetings will place on Tuesday 23rd February. We encourage you to make an appointment on the evening set aside, so that we may work effectively as partners in your child's education. Appointments can be made via the Compass Parent Portal from 3:00 pm today, Tuesday 2nd February.
Buses 2021
There are new bus routes/timetables this year. If your child is catching a bus at the end of the day, you must complete the form below. Families need to complete this form no later than 3:00 pm Friday 5th February.
Click here to complete the 'OLOL Bus List 2021'
Please use the following link or contact MerseyLink to determine which route and bus your child will catch in 2021.
Click here to access the 'Bus Route'
Devon Primary School Netball
Expression of Interest: Students in Grade 2-6 who wish to play netball, please complete registration via Compass Parent Portal (no later than 3:00pm Friday 12th February 2021).
Medical Students
If your Child has Medical issues, could current medical plans be bought into the office as soon as possible please.
Canteen
For new families who wish to use our canteen please go to school24.net.au and click on the Register button.
Our School Registration ID number is 25374963.
For existing members of school24, please ensure you update your child/children's classes before placing your first order.
Canteen Volunteers Required
Can you help by volunteering your time to help in the Canteen? Volunteers are required to have a current WWVP card.
The Canteen hours are as follows: Tuesday - Friday 9:00am - 11:30am
Role: Preparing and packing of lunches. Serving children at 1st Lunch.
Click here to access 'Canteen Volunteer Form'
STUDENT OF THE WEEK
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KINDER B
KINDER M PREP P PREP M GREADE 1B GRADE 1M GRADE 2B GRADE 2M GRADE 3B GRADE 3M GRADE 4B GRADE 4M GRADE 5B GRADE 5M GRADE 6B GRADE 6M |
Maggie Costello
Mia Brooke Remy Porter Toby Winter Seth Ramasinghe Neveah Johnson-Garwood Blake Hall Jonah McDonald Ethan Collins Ava Chakouch Matthew Treloar Sam Wilmot Rylie Corbett Max Walsh Bryce Evans Kurt Weaver |
For an enthusiastic and positive transition to Kinder.
For being independent in the classroom. For being a good listener and sitting beautifully on the mat. For being a kind and inclusive friend to all. For listening well to instructions. For her kind and caring nature. For making an awesome and positive start to Grade 2. For demonstrating positive behaviour in the classroom and including others. For making such a positive start to Grade 3. For being helpful and welcoming. For making a positive and seamless start to his new school. For his high level of maturity when making choices in the classroom. For his positive attitude toward Maths. For his positive and respectful participation during Father Jaison's visit. For thoughtful and respectful morning prayers. For his application in completing all set work. |
Congratulations to our Students of the Week for Week 1, Term 1.
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OLOL School Calendar
2021 Term Dates
TERM 1
Monday 1 February - Thursday 1 April
TERM 2
Monday 26 April - Friday 2 July
TERM 3
Monday 20 July - Friday 24 September
TERM 4
Monday 11 October - Thursday 16 December
Monday 1 February - Thursday 1 April
TERM 2
Monday 26 April - Friday 2 July
TERM 3
Monday 20 July - Friday 24 September
TERM 4
Monday 11 October - Thursday 16 December
