Learning. Despite reading countless books, attending inservices over decades, listening to podcasts, attending conferences, working with experts, I am yet to feel as if I have completely mastered even one area. The more I learn, the more convinced I am that I need to learn so much more….and I’m not alone. This week I spent time at a Maths project in Rockhampton. Cathy Wilson attended along with another four teachers, who are already great prac-titioners, simply so that they could improve their own knowledge and skills, and in so doing, be in a position to support other staff and their stu-dents. They were prepared to be away from their own families and work in their own time to do so. On Saturday, Gab Lindeman has been invited to present to other teachers during a professional learning day in Rockhampton. On Monday after school, more staff will attend a voluntary professional learning opportunity, again in their own time, to learn more about spelling – just so they can better the way they help their students learn. We also have staff training sporting teams, rehearsing for our Musical, working with choirs and ensembles all out of school hours. We have staff who support children in Parish Sacramental programs helping parents and Parish personnel through this important faith formation. When we have dance night this Thursday evening, you will find our generous staff in attendance, and all of this, on top of their very demanding workload as teachers. We are so very privileged to have a such an amazingly professional, dedicated and caring staff. Not one day goes by where I do not stop to think how very blessed we are. I have never worked with more inspirational people. Thank you to all of those who take the time to thank our staff and to acknowledge their generosity. It is always appreciated. Look forward to seeing you all on the oval to enjoy Dance Night.

Term 3, Week 6

• Monday—Junior String Ensemble 7.30am

• Monday—Morning Parade 8.40am

• Magic Show—Prep to Year 2

• Tuesday -Thursday Morning Prayer 8.40am—3M

• Thursday– School Musical Rehearsal 3.15pm

• Thursday—Dance Night 5.00-7.00pm

• Friday—Sausage Sizzle $2 to classroom teacher

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PRINCIPAL’S NEWS 6th March 2020

DANCE NIGHT Thursday 12th March

PICNIC ON THE OVAL 5.00-6.00PM

DANCE PERFORMANCES 6.00-7.00PM

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APRE NEWS

Welcome Dance Night will be held on Thursday 12th March. Our annual dance night is a wonderful way to welcome new families to the school and for our students to showcase their dancing talents developed through their Physical Education lessons.

Gates Open—5:00pm Parents are welcome to bring a picnic dinner to enjoy with your family on the oval.

Dance presentation begins 6:00pm – 7:00pm.

The dance presentation will be held on the senior oval. Students will be seated in designated areas and supervised by teachers in their respec-tive year levels during the performances. Students will remain with their classmates in their designated areas for the duration of the perfor-mances, with parents sitting in an area behind the children. Folding chairs are recommended for parents. Each student will be involved in three dances. Our students have worked very hard to learn their dances and are looking forward to this performance to showcase their skills. To create a great atmosphere we encourage the children to dress in the themes to complement their performances, although this is not a compulsory requirement. Costume themes on the night are as follows:

WELCOME DANCE NIGHT

Prep and Year 1

Theme

‘Pirates’

Years 2 - 4

Theme

‘Denim & White’

Years 5 - 6

Theme

‘Hip Hop Dancers’

Thursday 12th March

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SPORTS NEWS

BUNDABERG DISTRICT U12 SCHOOL SPORTS TRIALS—2020

St Patrick’s has a responsibility for sending students who we feel display high ability in the chosen sport and a high level of behaviour. Students wishing to trial must have a consent form issued by the school with authorisation from Mr Plumb, Ms Gollshewsky or Mrs Ham-mermeister.

Students will not be able participate in the trials without a Bundaberg District Primary Schools nomination form.

BUNDABERG DISTRICT SPORT TRIALS

TENNIS Boys & Girls Trials: 12 March; 8:45am – 3:00pm; Rotary Tennis Courts, George Street (entry off Tantitha Street). Please note these trials are held within school time and no staff member from St Patrick’s will be in attendance. The manager of the Bundaberg District team will provide supervision on the day if you are unable to be present at the trials. TOUCH Boys & Girls Trials: 13 March; Bundaberg Touch Fields; 3:45 – 5:30pm. HOCKEY Boys & Girls: 17 & 24 March; Hinkler Park, North Bundaberg; 4:00 – 5:00pm. RUGBY LEAGUE U10, U11 & U12 Boys: 16, 23 & 30 March; Waves Sporting Complex (Thabeban Road); 3.30 pm – 5.30 pm. SOCCER Boys: 10/11/17 March; Bundaberg North SHS Oval; 4:00 – 5:30pm. SOCCER Girls: 9/16 March; Bundaberg North SHS Oval; 4:00 – 5:30pm. NETBALL Girls: 12/19 March; Norville State School ; 3:30 – 5:00pm.

STUDENT OF THE WEEK

YEAR 7 2021 IMPORTANT DATES

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WEEK 6 Week 2nd March —6th March

Monday Morning Parade and Awards 8.40am

Parish Mass 9.00am Year 5

Tuesday—Thursday Courtyard Prayer 8.40am 3C

WEEK 7 Week 9th March—13th March

Monday Morning Parade and Awards 8.40am

Tuesday—Thursday Courtyard Prayer 8.40am 3M

Thursday Dance Night 5.00-7.00pm

WEEK 8 Week 16th March—20th March

Monday Morning Parade and Awards 8.40am

Tuesday St Patrick's Day Mass 8.40am Year 6

Wednesday-Thursday Courtyard Prayer 9.00am 2H

WEEK 9 Week 23rd March—27th March

Monday Morning Parade and Awards 8.40am

Tuesday—Thursday Courtyard Prayer 8.40am 2B

WEEK 10 Week 30th March - 3rd April

Monday Morning Parade and Awards 8.40am

Tuesday Palm Sunday 8.40am Year 4

Wednesday Last Supper 8.40am Year 4

Thursday Good Friday 8.40am Year 5

Friday

Easter Liturgy 9.00am Year 6 and Prep

Easter Hat Parade 10.15AM Prep to Year 3

Mini Fair 11.00am - 12.15pm Whole School

TERM ONE PLANNER

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OUT AND ABOUT