Term 4, Week 8
Principal's Piece
Dear Parents and Carers
Thank you to everyone who came along to enjoy our Christmas Concert last Friday evening. The children enjoyed performing for you and are proud of the performance that they created for you. Thank you to all staff - there were many different moving parts that were coordinated to create a successful evening - well done to all!
Yesterday we also received some more very exciting news! Earlier this year, Miss Sophie's Year 2 class submitted some artworks for the 2022 CEWA Angelico Art Exhibition. We have received word that one of the artworks submitted has been chosen as our Executive Director, Dr Debra Sayce's Christmas card for 2022. Congratulations to Year 2 for choosing to be involved in the exhibition. We celebrate the fantastic news that art from Kununurra is being seen by numerous people this Christmas.
This week our Year 6 students have spent time at East Kimberley College participating in the 2022 transition program. This is an exciting time as they prepare to move on to the next step in their educational journey. Early next week, we will continue the end of year celebrations with our Graduation Celebration Mass on Monday and the Awards morning on Tuesday.
Whilst we know that the end of the year is approaching quickly, thank you to those families who have been working on improving their child's school attendance. As we all know, missing days for no particular reason soon adds up to a lot of lost learning time. Missing one day per school week, will add up to a loss of over two years worth of learning time by the end of Year 12...
Thank you also to those families who have finalised their school fees for 2022. As announced recently, we have reduced our fees for 2023, so it is hoped that this will support all of our community.
At the final mass next week, we will farewell our Graduates, along with any families leaving us. Bishop Michael has informed us that Father Joel, who has served our parish for 10 years, will also be leaving, but not until February. We will take the opportunity to farewell him also, due to the school holiday break. We will miss Fr Joel, and wish him all the best as he moves to the Wollongong Diocese.
If your family has a little one starting Kindy, please make contact with us so that we can save a space for them and complete enrolment forms etc.
The next in our series of teasers for the 2023 St Patrick's Quiz night is about the Ord River Irrigation Scheme:
"How many gates are there in the Kununurra Diversion Dam?"

The answer to last week's question:
"Why was Canberra chosen as Australia's capital city?"
is
"Neither Sydney nor Melbourne would agree to the other being declared the capital."
The compromise was that parliament would sit in Melbourne until a dedicated city was built, but that the site would be in New South Wales and at least 100 miles away from Sydney. Nor could it be located on the coast. The second criterion was for defence reasons; a city on the coast was considered to be too vulnerable to attack in times of war.
A small reflection from Winnie the Pooh:
"You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think."
~ A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh
Go well this week.
Miss Therese
Principal
Year 3 News
In Year 3, Humanities and Social Sciences consists of Civics and Citizenship, Geography and History. This term, we focussed on Civics and Citizenship. Students have been building on their understanding of this subject through the concepts of democracy and participation. We visited many organisations in Kununurra to understand how and why community groups create rules and make decisions, and reflected on our own participation in the local community and how this contributes to society.
We were fortunate to visit the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, where we were shown around the different departments and met lots of important people. When we stopped at the Infrastructure Department, we looked at drones and equipment to help build infrastructure around town and viewed maps showing where streetlights are located. We then made our way to the conference room, where the Councillors meet to make decisions for the town. Here the Shire CEO spoke to us about his role and how decisions are made in the community. We got some great ideas for the community project we have been working on. The students have been holding United Nations meetings during lunch to discuss world issues. We also visited Kununurra Community Garden, where Mandy shared how people can contribute to the Kununurra community to build a sense of belonging.
In addition to these two excursions, several organisations visited our class. First, we had some Kununurra Police Officers who discussed rules and laws in the community and how they keep everyone safe and happy. Next, Catherine Grant, William's Mum, shared her experience of volunteering at Neighbourhood House. She went into detail about how you can contribute to your community. Neighbourhood House very kindly donated a box full of books for the students to take home and the left-over books went towards our Christmas Hampers. Thank you for your generosity and time.

We have had such a fantastic year of learning and had a lot of fun along the way. Thank you to Mrs Morgan, our Teacher Assistant, for all her hard work, guidance and knowledge this year. We couldn’t have done it without you. Have a happy and safe holidays!
Miss Elle Tierney
Year 3 Teacher
Music & Science News
This term in Music, we have explored our voices as instruments, with both singing and beatboxing, while extending our understanding of rhythm through body percussion and drums. We learned to read and play a sequence of chords to create a song on the ukulele and a sequence of notes to play on the xylophones or glockenspiels. We then brought all these together to experience playing an assortment of parts to perform one song in unison as an “orchestra” – drums, ukes, xylophones, glockenspiels, triangles, clave sticks, tambourine and voices!
In Science, we have explored Chemical sciences through various experiments, focusing on observing properties of matter, noticing changes and learning to write a Lab Report to record our procedures and findings. Students have practised staying safe and sensible scientists while they mix various materials, predict how they might change and recognise if the change is reversible or not. We have investigated the properties of solids, liquids and gases by understanding how molecules behave in different states and how a change from one state to another can happen by adding or removing heat. As a bonus inquiry, Year 2 have discovered how to recycle paper and are looking at how they can start a student-powered paper recycling program next year! Due to high demand, our final experiment of the year will be “elephant toothpaste” - just for the sheer delight of it! (plus to experience how to use a catalyst to cause a reaction in a safe environment 😉 shhh…)
Thanks to the students for remembering to respect the musical instruments as well as stay safe and sensible in science.
Ms Natalie
Specialist Teacher
Moving House?
If you're leaving Kununurra at the end of this year, please let us know. It will help with our classroom planning for 2023.

No more soft plastics for recycling please...
Unfortunately, we cannot take anymore soft plastics for our recycling bin as the only company in Australia that processes it - REDcycle - has ceased accepting it for the time being. They are hoping to be up and running again in 2023.
In the meantime you could:
- Store your soft plastics until REDcycle resumes collection again or another company takes on the role.
- Choose to buy fewer products in plastic bags.
See ABC News for more details:
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-11-09/redcycle-soft-plastics-recycling-program-suspended/101632220
Olivia and Grace’s farm fresh
free range eggs
~ $6 a carton ~
Call or text
Mary (Mum) on 0428 524 611
Families at St Joseph’s to receive more affordable quality Catholic education
Families at St Joseph’s School will continue to benefit from high quality, Christ-centred and child-focused education in 2023.
Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) has announced that the fees parents pay at St Joseph’s will be $739 for a single child in 2023 (see attached email for information about fees for additional children). This compares to current fees of $1,137 for a single child.
The changes to school fees have come about as a result of changes to the overall funding for Catholic schools in Western Australia. Our school and CEWA are able to utilise a greater level of data to inform how we determine fees in a way that better matches our school and community’s unique context.
I hope families will welcome this news as indicative of our school’s commitment to meeting the needs of the Kununurra community we serve. The reduction in fees has been impacted by changes to the Federal Government’s funding model, which is now based on the parent community’s Direct Measure of Income (DMI). We are strongly committed to delivering the highest quality education alongside all our other current programmes offered in 2023 and beyond.
The change in fees is a strong sign of Catholic education’s continued place as the best value for money education option for young people in Western Australia.
Miss Therese
Principal
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
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
SNACKS
Seasonal Fruit $1.00
Fresh Fruit Salad $3.00
2 Fruits & Yoghurt Cup $2.50
Boiled Egg $1.00
Yoghurt $2.00
Frozen Yoghurt $3.00
Cheese and Crackers $1.50
Homemade Choc Chip Bisc $2.00
Muffin $1.50
Chocolate Amazeballs $1.50
Shapes/Popcorn/Peasnaps/Pretzels
$1.00
Bluey Biscuits (Choc or Honey Oat
$1.50
Cheese Sticks $1.00
Fish Fingers $1.00
DRINKS
Plain or Chocoate Milk 200ml $1.50
Juice Cup $1.00
FROZEN SNACKS
Frozen Choc Slam $1.00
Frozen Juice Block $0.50
Frog in a Pond (Friday only) $1.50
Icy Pole (Friday only) $1.00
Frozen Orange Juice Cup (Recess only) $1.00
Frozen Yoghurt $3.00
LUNCH OPTIONS
TOASTIE OR SANDWICHES
Toasted Spaghetti/Baked Beans/Cheese $3.00
Ham and Cheese $4.00
Ham, Cheese and Tomato $4.50
Ham, Cheese, Tomato and Onion $4.50
Chicken and Mayo $4.50
Chicken, Cheese and Mayo $4.50
Chicken, Cheese, Tomato and Mayo $5.00
Corned Beef (with pickles or mustard) $4.00
Corned Beef and Tomato $4.50
Tuna and Mayo $4.00
Tuna, Mayo, Tomato and Onion $4.50
Salami and Cheese $4.50
Cheese and Tomato $3.50
Cheese, Tomato and Onion $3.50
Cheese $3.00
Cheese and Vegemite $3.50
Vegemite $3.00
SANDWICHES, WRAPS AND ROLLS
Egg, Plain or Curried $4.00
Egg, Mayo and Lettuce $4.50
Salad only sandwich $4.50
Salad and Meat Sandwich $5.00
Salad and Meat Wrap $6.00
Salad only Wrap or Roll (with Cheese) $5.50
SALADS
Garden Salad $5.00
Garden Salad with Egg/Meat (ham, chicken, tuna, corned beef)
$6.00
Garden Salad in a Bowl $5.00
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY SPECIALS
The menu will be different every week and specials will be on the whiteboard at the Canteen. There will be recess specials on some days.
Beef Lasagne
Fried Rice
Pasta (Chicken or Tuna)
Pasta Carbonara
Spaghetti Bolognaise
Barked Potato with toppings (coleslaw, cheese, pineapple, ham & sour cream, OR Bolognaise Sauce with cheese and sour cream)
Quiche Lorraine
Curried Sausages
Chicken Tender Wrap or Roll with mayo, lettuce and cheese
For all selections above, Large $5.00 / Small $3.50
Hot Dog in Roll with Sauce $4.00 / with Cheese $5.00 / small serve $3.50
Homemade Sausage Rolls Large $4.00 / Small $2.00
Pizza Wrap (Ham, Cheese, Salami, Pineapple, Tomato & Pizza Sauce) $5.00
Meat Pies $5.00
Party Pies $2.50
Chicken Pie $5.00
Hame and Cheese OR Pizza Twists (recess only) $2.50
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
~ Term 4 Parent Planner ~
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 2022 & 2023
Term Dates 2022
Term 1: 31 January - 8 April
Term 2: 26 April - 1 July
Term 3: 19 July - 23 September
Term 4: 11 October - 9 December
Term Dates 2023
Term 1: Wednesday 1 February - Thursday 6 April
Term 2: Monday 24 April - Friday 30 June
Term 3: Monday 17 July - Friday 22 September
Term 4: Monday 9 October - Friday 8 December
Public Holidays During Term Time 2023
Monday 6 March: Labour Day
Friday 7 April - Good Friday
Tuesday 25 April: ANZAC Day
Monday 5 June: Western Australia Day
Pupil Free Days 2023
To be advised
Assemblies
Our assemblies are every second Friday afternoon at 1.10pm.
*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 in the staff carpark, just inside the fence. Money earned goes towards Mini Vinnies.
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.
