This week has been a busy week with Prep enrolment interviews and school tours for prospective families. It is always such a joy to meet people interested in being part of our school and being able to tell them about the wonderful things we are working towards.

We were very proud to have had quite a number of students represent our school at the

Inter-school Cross Country this week with our highest place being Alannah with 12th out of hundreds of entrant across Townsville. Well done to all students as we are proud of your efforts and positive attitude on the day.

Today St Benedict’s is hosting our annual Athletics Carnival where I am sure students are participating to the best of their ability and have many parents cheering them along. Unfortunately, I am unable to be there but am currently on a break writing this at the Diocesan Learning and Teaching meeting which is quite involved but very inspiring as we discern the directions for our diocese. Exciting times ahead in learning and teaching. I am very grateful to the parents and staff who have planned and organised today’s athletics event and have complete faith that a wonderful day is being enjoyed by all.

This weekend we celebrate the wonderful blessings of mothers and mother figures in our lives. I hope that all our cherished mothers are treasured on this special day and shown the gratitude and love they deserve.

Cheers

Penny

Week 3 is now finished, which brings to an end our ‘disrupted weeks’ to start the term.  We didn’t have an assembly on Monday but we a certainly looking forward to our assembly this Monday in ‘the Hall’, led by Prep Koalas celebrating Mother’s Day.  As always, ALL are welcome, but a particularly special invite to all mums and mother figures who might be able to attend.

ATHLETICS Carnival

Today saw only our second ever Athletics Carnival!  Looking around, a good day was had by all. Dthulla took home the trophy this year, but it was great to see a lot of sportsmanship and cheering throughout the day.  As always, these events just don’t happen, so a big thank you must be extended to the following people:

Miss Rowe - for organising and setting up the carnival

Mr Apap - for his work getting the oval looking beautiful, line marking and setting up

All the parents who were able to help in the morning during setup

P & F - Who provided sausages, fruit and organised a Coffee Van to attend

ALL the other parents who were able to attend, as always, your presence is always very welcome.

Our Teachers - for ensuring the smooth running of the events.

It truly is a community event, and it was great to get together in well spirited competition.

School Camp / Excursions

Next week our Year 4 students will be attending their school camp at Gumburu, Paluma.  I know they can’t wait to get up the mountain and are sure to have a fabulous time.

Prep students will also be going on an excursion to visit the Sacred Heart Cathedral as part of their Religious Education program and have a play at Jezzine Barracks.  I’m sure they will also have a wonderful time.

Good Luck

Finally, all the best to our students in Year 3 and 5 next week as they undergo NAPLAN testing.  Our thoughts are with you, and only wish for you to do your best!

Have a great week and God bless,

Nick

Zones of Regulation - social and emotional learning

In our classrooms the students have been introduced to the Zones and what they are.  Stories about different feelings have been shared, followed by discussions about why it is important to know how we are feeling.  Students have learned what each of the four zones are, and how their feelings can be categorized into a particular zone.

It would be very helpful if students could be given the opportunity to reinforce their knowledge of the zones at home.  Why not ask them to talk you through what the zones are over a family meal one night this week

Gifts and flowers are nice, but what Queensland mums really want is more understanding and support from their partner, according to Triple P’s recent parenting survey. Doing Triple P together helps reduce conflict, so here’s the hot tip for dads: sign up for free parenting support at www.triplep-parenting.net

MOTHER’S DAY IDEAL FOR PARENTING HEART-TO-HEART

Gifts and flowers, breakfast in bed – they’re all nice, but what Queensland mums really want is more understanding and support from their partner, according to the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program’s recent Queensland parenting survey.

Dads, too, may feel unsupported, but it can be hard for couples to know where to start, and nobody wants to argue on Mother’s Day.

But here’s a tip for fewer arguments and greater cooperation between parents, and between parents and kids: doing Triple P together helps get parents on the same page and reduce conflict. For a Mother’s Day gift that’s not only free but more meaningful than the usual, sign up for free parenting support or do Triple P Online together: www.triplep-parenting.net

With thanks,

The Triple P – Positive Parenting Program team

Webinar: Teach girls to build each other up

29 May 2019 8:00pm AEST

Friendships can be problematic for many girls. They can be mean and put each other down and, conversely, they can be strong allies and wonderful sources of support.

Join us in this webinar that will show parents how to help girls create positive peer relationships and provide practical advice and ideas to navigate tricky situations including toxic friendships, cliques and bullying.

This webinar explores:

• Emotional Intelligence and girls
• How we might equip girls to recognise their own worth, as well as the worth of others
• What girls need from parents and carers when things go wrong in friendships and relationships
• When parents need to hold back and when to step in
• Strategies for developing both assertiveness and kindness in our girls

How to redeem the voucher

1. Click this link: https://www.parentingideas.com.au/parent-resources/parent-webinars/webinar-teach-girls-to-build-each-other-up  
2. Click ‘Add to cart’
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4. Enter the voucher code FRIENDSHIPS and click ‘Apply Coupon’. Your discount of $37 will be applied to the order. This voucher is valid until 29 June 2019.
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