Catholic School Day- snippets on a slideshow
Pentecost – the birthday of the Church!
In classes we are learning about Pentecost Sunday which is this Sunday, May 19th Follow this Youtube link for a 2 minute clear and simple explanation of Pentecost http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5tr4pqWIo4&playnext=1&list=TLV05LgCqg2U4 WHAT HAPPENED ON PENTECOST? Ten [...]
More on The Year of Faith
http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/how-we-teach/new-evangelization/year-of-faith/images/year-of-faith-logo-montage.jpg The faith facts for Term 2 are quotes from Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, aka Pope Francis, on the theme of Porta Fidei, the Door of Faith. He says, ‘Whereas a closed door [...]
Scientists at St Joseph’s
Science in a Van arrived at our school on Wednesday. The scientists captivated the children's interest. They were amazed at the sophisticated science knowledge and understanding shown by our Years 4,5, & 6 students! Bubbles I [...]
The whole school concept for learning in Term 2 – Change
Concept: Change The Big Question: Why is change important? Essential Questions: 1. Why do things change? 2. What is the effect of change? 3. How do we adapt to change in our life? [...]
First Eucharist and Confirmation
We pray this weekend for the more than 80 children from the parish and school who are receiving the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist this Saturday afternoon. May the occasion be one that is extra special: filled with joy [...]
Mothers’ Day
Mothers hold their children’s hands for a short while, but their hearts forever.” - Anonymous A-Mothers-Love (right click on your mouse and open link to read a lovely reflection on the value of [...]
Library News
Library News Just to let you all know that we are having two book fairs this year (as we did last year) The first one from Scholastic books will be from 30th May to [...]
EASTER
Happy Easter to everyone in our school family! May your hearts and minds be filled with hope, peace and joy of this Easter season! Phil HOPE Hope never gives up. Hope looks forward to [...]
A Round Up of what is happening at present!
I am sure you are noticing that the children are starting to tire a little after what has been and still is, a fairly hectic schedule of learning and education outside the classroom activities! Thank you [...]