Well done!  We’ve made it to the end of another term and semester.  With two little ones of my own (Kindy and Year 1), I can appreciate from a parents point of view what it takes to get to this point, and I thank you for all of the hard work you put in with your children every day.  The children (and their parents) have certainly earned the break.  I pray you all have a wonderful break, enjoy our North Queensland “winter” and I look forward to seeing you for what is sure to be (as always) a very busy Term 3!

NAIDOC WEEK

As a school we have celebrated NAIDOC Week this week (the official week takes place in the holidays).  The students have been able to enjoy many cultural experiences throughout the week.  I thought I’d attach a brief snapshot below:

Whole School: The Marian Catholic School Torres Strait Islander dancers came and performed for the entire school  

Prep: Prep participated in workshops presented by the Big Eye Theatre Company (dance and painting) as well as taking part in class activities during the week.

Year 1: Aunty Gwen visited Year 1 and shared family stories, made friendship bracelets with them and the Year 1’s shared their understanding of Australian landmarks

Year 2 and 3: Granny Lou visited Year 2 and 3 to share family stories as well as artefacts and paintings that her grandfather has created on kangaroo skin and emu eggs.

Year 4/5/6: Also participated in workshops presented by Big Eye Theatre Company (dancing and painting), as well as engaging in classroom activities. 

The students had a great week and were fully engaged and immersed in the activities on offer throughout the week.  A big thank you to Mrs Christie must be extended for all of her hard work in organising our special visitors to attend, speaking to all the teachers, I know this really helped to enrich the week.  Also, a big thank you to our guests, Big Eye Theatre Company, the Marian Torres Strait Dancers, Aunty Gwen and Granny Lou - your presence was greatly appreciated.  It was a wonderful week, and a wonderful way of celebrating our First Nations people and their positive impact on Australian culture today. 

St Benedict’s Feast Day

Save the Date!  Our St Benedict’s Feast Day will be held on Friday July 30.  The day goes as follows:

9:00am - Whole School Mass - ALL Welcome

11:10am - Students in Buddy Classes participate in activities around our school charism

2:00pm - Benny’s Got Talent - ALL Welcome

Pax

Nick