Term 4, Week 1
Principal's Piece
Dear Parents and Carers
Welcome to the final term of our school year. I trust that it will be both a happy and successful one for all of us! It is fabulous to see the children looking bright and excited as school gets underway.
Thank you to for the warm welcome that I have received since arriving in town, it is much appreciated. I look forward to meeting you in the coming weeks.
This week has been exciting (and a little nerve racking) as I meet new people, and learn new names and family connections. Learning the local customs might take a little longer, but already the children have been sharing with me the many things that make this part of our country unique.
I look forward to meeting more of you, and I trust that I can be a support to families and staff at St Joseph’s over the coming year. Please stop and say hello as you come and go from school with your families.
The children have been sharing stories with me about the various different things that they did during the holidays and it sounds like everyone managed to squeeze in lots of different activities while relaxing over the break.
Staff have been busy preparing for various different activities and events for the remainder of this year; we will let you know more about these as the term progresses.
There have been some changes to our staff this term. We welcome Dominique Wood and Natalie Evans to our team; they will share the Specialist Teacher role. Welcome back to Di Brooks who has returned from leave.
It was disappointing that several children, who are not members of our school community, came into the school grounds yesterday and took some bikes from the racks. Fortunately the bikes were found after school. We are aware of who was involved and that has been followed up. We are looking at some options to make the bikes more secure during the day. We encourage the children to use bike locks when possible.
A reminder that if you have a child who is eligible to start Kindy in 2023 (ie they were born between 1 July 2018 - 30 June 2019), please pick up enrolment forms from our office or download them from our website and return them as soon as possible.
I hope that this term will be a successful one for your children and I look forward to getting to know this community.
Enjoy your week.
Miss Therese
Principal
Season of Creation Prayer
Loving God
You created us to live with the birds of the air, animals of the land and sea, trees, flowers, plants and our brothers and sisters around the world.
Open our minds, touch our hearts and guide us in ways of care and concern for all you have gifted us.
We ask this in your name
Amen
P&F Meeting
The P&F are a dedicated group of parents from our St Joseph's community who are keen for more members to join the team. If you love what's happening here at the school and have been looking for a way to become more involved, please come to the next meeting in Week 2 of Term 4 on Thursday, the 20th of October. The meeting will kick off at 4pm to give everyone a chance to be able to attend. We look forward to seeing some new faces come along and join our team. The P&F will be looking to select some key members in our next meeting as we head into 2023.
Shaun Joseph
Assistant Principal
The Naplan results for 2022 have arrived at St Joseph's school and are ready for collection from the front office. Please take the time to have a look at all the information provided to better understand your child's results. As always if you have any queries, please contact the school and speak to Shaun Joseph.
Swimming Program Cancellation
Unfortunately we have had to cancel the Term 4 swimming program, as we are not able to staff it in a way that is safe for the students and staff. Additionally, due to unforeseen staffing changes in Term 4, this decision has been made to minimise disruption across the entire school. We apologise for these changes. We have put plans in place for the program to recommence in Term 1 of 2023.
New School Bus Owners
As of 30th August 2022 the new School Bus Contractors are Dylon and Chelsea Lodge.
Chelsea: 0450 250 691
Dylon: 0415 945 330
Water Park Opening
In Term 4 of 2022 there will be an official ministerial opening of the new waterpark here in Kununurra. As part of this exciting event, twenty St Joseph’s students have been asked to participate in the opening proceedings. St Joseph’s School is very excited to be part of the opening and will take some time and care in selecting students to attend. Over Week 1 of Term 4 the teachers and leadership will be looking to see who is consistently following our school BOABS in order to be selected to attend this exciting event. Given the nature of the excursion, we will be sending students from Years 3 to 6 to represent the school. This is very exciting and we are looking forward to having our students attend the grand opening.
Shaun Joseph
Assistant Principal
~ Term 4 Parent Planner ~
WANTED
Empty 1kg Milo and coffee tins with a lid.
Please give to Miss Judith or drop off at the office.
Thank you.
Canteen Menu
Available to all Students
SNACKS
Seasonal Fruit $1.00
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Cup $3.00
2 Fruits & Yoghurt Cup $2.00
Boiled Egg $0.50
Yoghurt $2.00
Frozen Yoghurt $2.50
Cheese and Crackers $1.50
Homemade Biscuit $1.50
Muffin $1.50
Chocolate Amazeballs $2.00
Shapes $1.00
Pop Corn $1.00
Ham and Cheese Twist $2.50
on selected days
Vegemite and Cheese Twist $2.00
on selected days
Toasty Corn Roll $1.50
on selected days
Deadly Damper Scroll $2.00
on selected days
DRINKS
Plain Milk 200ml $1.50
Juice Cup $1.00
FROZEN SNACKS - Student given a voucher to collect snack from canteen
Canteen made frozen Choc Slam $1.00
Frozen Orange Juice Cup $1.00
Frog in a Pond (Friday lunch time only) $1.50
Icy Pole (Friday lunch time only) $1.00
Lunch options
TOASTIE OR SANDWICHES
Toasted Spaghetti/Baked Beans/Cheese $3.50
Ham and Cheese $4.00
Ham, Cheese and Tomato $4.50
Ham, Cheese and Pineapple $4.50
Ham, Cheese, Tomato and Onion $4.50
Chicken and Mayo $4.50
Chicken, Cheese and Mayo $4.50
Chicken, Cheese and Tomato $4.50
Tuna $4.00
Tuna and Mayo $4.00
Tuna, Mayo, Tomato and Onion $4.50
Salami and Cheese $4.00
Cheese and Tomato $3.50
Cheese $3.00
Cheese and Vegemite $3.00
Vegemite $3.00
Egg $4.00
Egg, Mayo and Lettuce $4.50
Curried Egg $4.00
Curried Egg, Mayo and Lettuce $4.50
SALAD only – Carrot, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato & Cucumber $4.00
Bread Roll or Wrap $1.00 EXTRA
SALAD extra in any Sandwich or Roll $1.50
Garden Salad $5.00
Garden Salad with Egg/ Meat (ham, chicken, tuna) $6.00
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY Lunch are SPECIAL MENU DAYS
The menu will be different every week and will be from the list below. The days special will be written on the white board at the front of the canteen
NOT EVERYTHING LISTED BELOW IS AVAILABLE ON THESE DAYS
Homemade Sausage Roll – Small $2.00 Large $4.00
Lasagne (Beef) with salad extra $1.50 Small $3.00 Large $4.50
Steamed Fried Rice Vegetarian available Small $3.50 Large $5.00
Pasta of the Week with salad extra $1.50 Small $3.50 Large $5.00
Chicken Tender Wrap or Roll with cheese, sauce & salad $5.00
Egg and Bacon Pie $5.00
Vegetable and Egg pie $4.50
Curried Sausages with Rice $5.00
Spaghetti Bolognaise Small $3.50 Large $5.00
Pizza Wrap (ham, cheese, tomato, pizza sauce, salami, pineapple) $5.00
Chicken or Beef Burger with sauce, cheese and salad $5.00
Baked Potato with toppings – Pineapple, cheese, salad, sour cream, ham/Bolognaise $5.00
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM CEWA AND THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT
My Childs tested positive.. what do I need to do now?
1. Report your child's positive result to CEWA by clicking on the link below
2. Report your child's positive result to WA Health
Please note that cash payments for Book Club are no longer accepted at St Joseph's. All orders should be placed through Book Club Loop.
See: https://www.scholastic.com.au/book-club/book-club-parents/
St Joseph’s Student Code of Conduct
The St Joseph’s Student Code of Conduct was developed by the students of St Joseph’s. Students participated in Steps 1 to 4 during Term 1 2021. Step 5 was worked through during term 2 and Step 6 completed during Term 3. The Student Code of Conduct was reviewed by students in Year 3 to 6 on two separate occasions. The Student Code of Conduct was shared with the wider school community during Term 3.
At St Joseph’s School, Kununurra we want to feel Safe.
1. In order to feel Safe we will follow school rules.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask an adult for help.
2. In order to feel Safe we will listen and follow instructions.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask an adult for help.
3. In order to feel Safe we will help and care for others.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask them why they are feeling that way.
4. In order to feel Safe we will keep our hands and feet to ourselves.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ignore them or walk away.
5. In order to feel Safe we will treat others the way we would like to be treated.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will remind them of the golden rule.
At St Joseph’s School, Kununurra we want to feel Happy.
1. In order to feel Happy we will smile, laugh, sing and dance.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask them if they are alright.
2. In order to feel Happy we will be kind to others.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will ask an adult for help.
3. In order to feel Happy we will make friends and play with them.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will play with and include them.
4. In order to feel Happy we will come to school everyday.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will look after them.
5. In order to feel Happy we will listen to the teacher and other adults.
When someone isn’t feeling this way, or there is conflict, we will try to make them feel happy.
Our Code of Conduct prohibits bullying, harassment and other forms of peer-to-peer abuse and we require respect for the privacy and human dignity of other students.
Containers for change can assist in raising money for school resources. You can either deposit your cans in the school bins near the fence or take your own bag to the depot and write our school code on your bag.
Reminders
Term Dates & Pupil Free Days 2022
Term Dates 2022
School office reopens Monday 24th January
Term 1: 31 January - 8 April
Term 2: 26 April - 1 July
Term 3: 19 July - 23 September
Term 4: 11 October - 9 December
Pupil Free Days 2022
Thursday & Friday 2-3 June (PD)
Friday 22 July (PD)
Monday 29 August (Catholic Day)
Monday 10 October (PD)
Assemblies
Our assemblies are back on Friday afternoon @ 1.15pm under new safety guidlines.
Only parents/carers of the presenting year are invited to attend, all others are able to join us via TEAMS (see link on seesaw)
*NOTE: PARENTS/CARERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO WEAR MASKS WHEN ATTENDING*
Kindy Days
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
7.50am - 2.00pm
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We are ready to collect your recyclable containers. Our drop off point is currently located adjacent to our cricket nets at the back of the school (towards Ivanhoe Caravan Park). Look out for the yellow bags!
If you change your phone number, please tell us. We many need to contact you if your child is sick or doesn’t get picked up after school.
Most school age children are eligible for free dental care in Kununurra School Dental Clinic.
Primary School children become eligible to attend the School Dental Service in the year they turn 5.
High School children are eligible to attend the School Dental Service until they complete Year 11 or the day they turn 17 (whichever occurs first).
If you changed your address or phone numbers, please advise dental clinic staff. Missed appointments may result in suspension from the School Dental Service.
We are located on the hospital grounds in the Dental Health Building, 69 Coolibah Drive and are open Monday to Friday 7:30 to 3:30.
Please feel free to call us on 0419 939 179 or email: kununurramobile@dental.health.wa.gov.au to organise an appointment.
