Week 9 Term 1 2024
We would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land the Birri-Gubba Juru people and pay our respects to the elders past, present and future for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Indigenous Australia.
2024
Week 9 (Monday 18th - Friday 22nd March)
| Tuesday 19th March |
BCHS science students visit Pizza and Planes |
| Wednesday 20th March |
Burdekin Rugby League Trials |
| Friday 22nd March |
Year 5/6 Assembly 9am Reconciliation - Yr 4- 6 |
Week 10 (Monday 25th - Thursday 28th March)
| Tuesday 26th March |
Easter Hat Parade |
| Thursday 28th March |
Holy Week Liturgy 10am LAST DAY OF TERM 1 |
Term 2
Week 1 (Monday 18th - Friday 22nd March )
| Monday 15 April |
Term 2 2024 |
| Friday 19 April |
BurdekinSoccer Trials Eco Marines Training Day |
Assessment & NAPLAN
Our Prep, 1 and 2 students have completed Early Years Testing, that provides extra data for teachers to draw upon when planning Literacy and Numeracy development through the range of subjects in the curriculum. Last week we received feedback from the testing by our Townsville Curriculum Advisor and a Speech Pathologist on how we can assist our students improve in light of the results.
Congratulations to our Year 3 and Year 5 students who have finished Naplan. The teachers were very proud of their efforts. The results will hopefully be feedback to the school quickly so we can use this data to inform our teaching.
CSP
Thank you to those parents who came to the CSP AGM and meeting. It was wonderful to see so many new faces. Next term we will be holding a raffle as one of our major fundraisers. Watch this space for more information.
The CSP will also be organising a Sip & Paint Night next term which will be open to the community to come and show their artistic abilities.
Thank you to the CSP for all their work last year with fundraising. They bought the school community the following items:
New cool drink bubblers
BBQ
25 new Ipads
Buddy chair
Class decodable readers
Thank you
Thank you Mrs Rebecca Horan for coming to school last week and educating the students on how to keep their teeth healthy. We would also like to thank Jane (Tex’s grandmother) for bringing the ambulance to St Colman’s and sharing how she keeps the community safe and healthy. The students thoroughly enjoyed the event.
Don't forget to be working on your Easter Hat for our parade next week.
Week 8 Award Winners
Enhancing Catholic School Identity project - survey
Everyone’s input is important.
Your participation should take about 55 minutes. Your responses are anonymous and your personal data is treated confidentially in accordance with ethical and legal guidelines.
Only you will be able to view your individual results and this can be done once you’ve completed the questionnaires.
A SPECIAL REPORT: Celebrating Harmony Week
Harmony Week is a celebration held annually in March across Australia. It’s aimed at promoting diversity, respect and inclusiveness. This event is an excellent opportunity for parents to teach their children about different cultures, traditions and customs. The goal is to encourage everyone to appreciate and celebrate differences and promote a sense of community and belonging for everyone.
During Harmony Week, there are a number of events and activities held to bring people from different cultures together. These activities include multicultural food festivals, cultural performances, art exhibitions and workshops. Participating in these events helps children to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the diverse communities that make up Australia.
As a parent, you can engage your children in discussions about multiculturalism and encouraging them to ask questions. Promoting a more harmonious and inclusive society, can help children grow up with a greater appreciation for the richness and diversity of Australia's cultural landscape.
This Special Report hopes to instil positive values and create an opportunity to start a conversation with your child about understanding diversity and multiculturalism.
Here is the link to your special report:
https://scshh.catholic.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-celebrating-harmony-week-au
Have you returned your Sacramental Program note ??
St Colman’s School and the Burdekin Catholic Parish have been given the opportunity to have a Confirmation Mass on Saturday 3rd of August and Sunday 4th August 2024 (families will be given the option to choose 1 mass) (Term 3 Week 4) at St Colman’s Church Home Hill. The mass will be celebrated by Bishop Tim and Father Manoj. A special morning tea/supper will be served afterwards at the St Colman’s Parish Centre.
Please contact Mrs Keys if your child is interested in making their sacraments.
St Patrick's Day - Caritas
Thank you to all our families who supported the cause,
Caritas! Aid support for overseas projects. $25.50 was raised!
Thank you to Mrs Margaret Taylor for cooking the pancakes and to Nikki Vass for baking green iced cupcakes.
All were greatly enjoyed!
Even extending to energising our Seniors for Interschool sport!
Basketball Burdekin Team
Congratulations to Archie Sgroi and Daley Caspanello who have been selected in the Burdekin School Boys Basketball Team. Archie and Daley will compete for a spot in the NQ School boys team which is being held in Townsville next week. Good luck boys.
AFL Burdekin Team
Congratulations to Ben Watkins and Oscar Mahoney on making the Burdekin AFL team. Both boys will travel to Townsville to compete for a spot in the NQ School boys team next week. Good luck boys.
Burdekin Hockey Team
Term 2 Sporting School Grant
Tuckshop Roster
Red Rooster is coming in Term 2
2024 School Term Dates
|
TERM |
DATE |
LENGTH |
|
Term 1 |
Monday 22nd January to Thursday 28th March |
10 Weeks |
|
Term 2 |
Monday 15th April to Friday 21st June |
10 Weeks |
|
Term 3 |
Monday 8th July to Friday 13th September |
10 Weeks |
|
Term 4 |
Monday 30th September to Friday 6th December |
10 Weeks |
