Mahal na Magulang

This morning at school prayers we celebrated Monsignor David’s 50th anniversary, Monsignor was ordained on the 15th June, 1975 at his home parish, Ellerslie. Today’s celebration included the students in the liturgical dance group performing for Monsignor. They were wonderful. All home groups had made a congratulatory card for Monsignor and representatives from each home group presented their card to Monsignor. The school sang beautifully and Monsignor was very grateful for the celebration.

As you will note above, next Friday, the 20th of June, is the Matariki public holiday. All schools will be closed for the day. Enjoy the long weekend and check out the many Matariki celebrations that will be happening around Auckland.

Monday, 23rd June is a big day for our children and our school community. The Board of Trustees will be putting on a Matariki breakfast, beginning at 7:30am, to celebrate Matariki. We have ‘Sharing the Learning’ beginning at 8:15 am on this day, as well as on the mornings of Tuesday, 24th June and Wednesday, 25th June. In addition, we’ll be holding “Book Week” which begins on Monday, 23rd June with a Book Character Parade. Children are encouraged to come along dressed as their favourite Book Character that day. The parade will begin about 9am following roll call. All whanau are welcome to join us for all three events.

Ka manaakitia e te Atua

Alister Bridgman
Tumuaki

The Principal’s Message will cover the following topics:

• Disney’s “Moana Jr” is Coming to St Josephs
• Bishop’s Letter
• 2025 Book Week
• PTFA AGM Meeting
• Skids Winter Morning Care – Term 3
• Parish News
• Community Notices

Coming Soon!

St Josephs is putting on a school show this year. It will run in the evenings from Monday,18th August – Thursday, 21st August (Term 3, Week 6). Times will be confirmed next term.

The lead roles in the production will be filled by the Year 5 and 6 children. However, every child in the school will be involved in the show and will be expected to be at the performances.

Thank you so much to those who have already made kind offers to help, we couldn’t do it without you! We are looking for parents and family members who can help us with the many elements of the production preparation, rehearsal and with the overall production itself.

Could you please let us know if you are able to work with the teachers and students to assist in any specific area? We are looking for assistance with:

• stage set up
• costumes
• scene decoration and props
• lighting
• music and sound
• makeup
• singing/acting

More information and details will follow as we set in place the rest of the production plan. We look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,

The St Joseph’s Production Team

Natasha Luxford, Laura Bateman, Stephen Rae, Michelle McEwan, Sophie Fleming, Carol Braithwaite and Anita Foster
natashal@sj.school.nz

Bishop Stephen Lowe has written a letter to the parishioners of the Diocese of Auckland to formally announce ‘Reshaping, a synodal process of renewal and transformation for the Diocese of Auckland, a journey that we will take together in accordance with the teachings of Pope Francis and now Pope Leo. Please click on this link to read the letter.

Latest St Josephs Church Takapuna News

 Winter Morning Care Discount

• Who: All families at St. Joseph’s Takapuna School
• What: Discounted rates for SKIDS Morning Care $10 for 7:00am to 8:30 / **$8 for 7:45am to 8:30 session ( ** charges may apply if dropped off earlier than 7:45am)
• When: Winter Term only ( Term 3)
• Why: To support families during the colder season with affordable, safe, and warm care for your tamariki

 Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to book early!

Please check out the latest community notices which you can find on our school website.