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Newsletter Week 3, Term 3
St Michael's Catholic School, Wednesday 7 August
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PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
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Tēnā koutou kātoa e te whānau,
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Welcome to Week 3 of Term 3! We have a lot of exciting activities and events coming up, and we’re thrilled to share them with you.
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The football program with Anna continues every Friday, providing our students with the opportunity to develop their skills and enjoy the game. We are delighted with the enthusiasm and progress shown by our budding footballers. Keep up the great work, team!
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Our gymnastics team is in full swing, preparing for the Rotorua Schools Competition at the end of the month. A special thank you to Val Cooney for her unwavering support and dedication to our gymnasts. Your guidance and encouragement make all the difference.
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We are excited to participate in the Faith-based Kāhui Ako Ahurei at John Paul College at the end of the month. This event is a wonderful opportunity for our students to connect and celebrate their faith through kapa haka. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Whare from John Paul College for supporting our roopu in this meaningful event.
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On August 13th, some of our senior students will be competing in the Central Bay of Plenty Primary Schools Sports Day. We are proud to have one hockey team and two football teams representing us. Best of luck to all our athletes – give it your all and have fun!
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We are excited to announce that the senior students will be attending a performance from the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra (NZSO) on Wednesday, 28 August, from 1.15pm to 2.15pm at the Sir Howard Morrison Centre. This concert promises to inspire curiosity and creativity as students connect with the NZSO players in an unforgettable experience.
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Young Vinnies - Our Senior Catholic Character leader is keen to start up a Young Vinnies Group at St Michael's. Have a chat to your child about the benefits of joining Young Vinnies. Young Vinnies is the youth arm of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, a Catholic organisation dedicated to helping those in need. It focuses on engaging young people in social justice, community service, and charitable activities, fostering a spirit of compassion and empathy.
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Key Aspects of Young Vinnies:
1. Service to Others:
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Young Vinnies members participate in various community service projects such as visiting nursing homes, helping the homeless, and supporting local food banks. They engage in activities aimed at raising awareness and advocating for social justice issues, including poverty, homelessness, and inequality.
2. Personal Development:
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Young Vinnies provides opportunities for young people to develop leadership skills by organising and leading service projects. Members work together on projects, fostering a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Through direct service and interactions with those in need, young people develop a deeper understanding of empathy and compassion.
3. Faith in Action:
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Young Vinnies encourages members to live out their Christian values by serving others and working towards social justice. Participation in Young Vinnies activities often includes opportunities for spiritual reflection and growth, helping young people to integrate their faith into their daily lives.
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Thank you to all those who support our students in their various endeavors. Thank you for your ongoing support and involvement in our school community.
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Have a great week whanau,
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Te tumuaki o te kura Hato Mikaere
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Your Input Matters: Please Complete Our Survey on Relationships and Sexuality Education
The Education Review Office is conducting research into relationships and sexuality education in Aotearoa New Zealand schools. The purpose of the project is to shine a light on what is working and what needs improvement in this key area of our health curriculum.
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Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we encourage you to participate in this survey.
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Here are some key points about the survey:
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- Time Commitment: The survey should take approximately 10 minutes to complete.
- Publication: The findings will be published in a publicly available report.
- Voluntary Participation: Participation in the survey is completely voluntary.
- Confidentiality: Your responses are confidential. All information shared in our reports will be de-identified to ensure anonymity. No one beyond the project team will see your individual responses.
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Thank you for your participation and support
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Special Character
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Weekly Scripture Reflections:
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What Bible passages have you read or discussed with your child this week?
How can you relate the week's Gospel reading to everyday life and Catholic values?
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Sunday 11 August Gospel, John 6:41-51
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Meanwhile the Jews were complaining to each other about him, because he had said, 'I am the bread that has come down from heaven.' They were saying, 'Surely this is Jesus son of Joseph, whose father and mother we know. How can he now say, "I have come down from heaven?" '
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Jesus said in reply to them, 'Stop complaining to each other. 'No one can come to me unless drawn by the Father who sent me, and I will raise that person up on the last day.
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It is written in the prophets: They will all be taught by God; everyone who has listened to the Father, and learnt from him, comes to me. Not that anybody has seen the Father, except him who has his being from God: he has seen the Father. In all truth I tell you, everyone who believes has eternal life. I am the bread of life. Your fathers ate manna in the desert and they are dead; but this is the bread which comes down from heaven, so that a person may eat it and not die. I am the living bread which has come down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will live for ever; and the bread that I shall give is my flesh, for the life of the world.'
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Explanation for Children:
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1. Jesus is Special: Imagine you have a friend who is so special that he says he came from a very special place, like heaven. Some people didn't believe Jesus because they thought they knew him well and knew his family. They wondered, "How can he be from heaven when we know his parents?"
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2. Believing in Jesus: Jesus told people to stop complaining and to trust him. He said that people can only come to him if God helps them to understand who he is.
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3. The Bread of Life: Jesus said he is the "bread of life." Bread is food that keeps us alive, but Jesus is talking about something much more important. He means that by believing in him and following him, we will have a special kind of life that lasts forever.
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4. Trusting Jesus Gives Us Eternal Life: When Jesus says, "I am the living bread which has come down from heaven," he means that he came to give us life forever with God. By believing in him and living like he taught us, we can have this forever life.
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Lessons for children:
- Trusting Jesus helps us feel loved and protected, even when things are tough.
- We can talk to Jesus through prayer and tell him our worries, knowing he listens and cares.
2. Being Kind and Loving:
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- Jesus teaches us to be kind to others, just like he is kind to us.
- We can share what we have with those in need, like how Jesus shared himself with us.
3. Following Jesus’ Teachings:
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- By following Jesus' teachings, we learn to be better friends, siblings, and students.
- We learn to forgive others, just like Jesus forgives us.
- Believing in Jesus gives us hope that no matter what happens, we have a special place with God forever.
- This hope helps us stay strong and positive, knowing Jesus is always with us.
Our STAR Values of Service, Tika, Aroha and Respect, reminds our school community of the way of Jesus.
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St Michael's Church Holy Mass Timetable
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St Mary's Church Holy Mass Timetable
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Community Masses -All Welcome
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Miha Maori - First Saturday of the month, 5pm Vigil Mass at St Michael’s.
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Tokelauan Community - Third Saturday of the month, 5pm Vigil Mass at St Michael’s.
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Filipino Community - Third Friday of the month, 6pm at St Michael’s.
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Welcome to new family
A very warm welcome to the following new family. We hope you will enjoy your time with us at St Michael's School.
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If you know of families with children due to start school, please direct them to our wonderful Cristy in the school office.
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Lateness to school
We want to remind everyone about the importance of arriving at school on time. Consistent lateness can have a significant impact on your child's learning and overall school experience.
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How Lateness Affects Your Child:
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- Missed Learning: Key instructions and lessons often occur first thing in the morning. Missing these can affect your child's understanding and progress.
- Routine Disruption: Arriving late can disrupt your child's routine, making it harder for them to settle into the school day.
- Social Impact: Lateness can affect your child's ability to engage with their peers and participate fully in class activities.
Tips to Encourage Punctuality:
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- Set a consistent bedtime.
- Prepare clothes, bags, and lunches the night before.
- Establish a morning routine.
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If your child does arrive late, please ensure they check in at the office to confirm their attendance. We appreciate your support in ensuring your child arrives on time every day.
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Thank you for your cooperation.
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Health & Safety
- Keep your child at home if they are feeling unwell to prevent the spread of illness.
- Notify the school office if your child will be absent due to illness or other reasons.
Free Headlice and Scabies Treatment at Woolworths Pharmacy Rotorua:
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We here at Woolworths Pharmacy Rotorua (Formerly Countdown Pharmacy Rotorua) would like to inform that our pharmacy is now able to provide free treatments for Headlice and Scabies for anyone over the age of 2 via a short pharmacist consultation (usually 5-10 minutes).
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This service is funded and will enable the public to more easily access Headlice and Scabies treatments without prescription and also remove cost-related barriers. No appointments are needed. The person needing the treatment or their parent/s can just come into our pharmacy and ask for the consultation and the pharmacist will provide a private room for the short consult, where the pharmacist will check the symptoms, ask a few relevant questions, determine if the product is suitable and provide the relevant product with advice, or refer to doctor if needed.
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For the Headlice service, we are able to provide 1 bottle of Headlice treatment lotion and a lice comb for each person in the household needing treatment.
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For the Scabies service, we are able to provide 2 bottles of Anti-scabies lotion for each person in the household, plus a tube of anti-itch cream if needed.
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The service is completely free of charge and in addition to the products, relevant information leaflets will be provided.
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Spotlight on Learning
A lovely piece of descriptive writing by Amelia Knight in Galilee 1.
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When I went to the Aquatics with my cousins
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I saw kids with smiles of glee.
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I heard playful splashes against the water.
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I smelt the hot food from the cafe.
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I tasted the saltiness from the pool, it was as salty as ocean water.
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I felt the tiny waves rushing on my body and it felt so relaxed.
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I felt so heavy when I got out of the pool, as heavy as a rock!
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I wondered how long the other kids stayed there!
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School Resources
We kindly request your help in locating and returning any school journals, library books, or sports uniforms that might still be at home.
Please have your child bring these items back to school and hand them to their respective teachers.
Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring our school resources are accounted for. We appreciate your support in providing an excellent educational experience for all our students.
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Upcoming events for Term 3:
- Thursday 8 August - Whole School Mass
- Thursday 8 August - BOT Meeting
- Thursday 15 August - Whole School Mass
- Thursday 29 August - Class Mass ( The Ark 8/ Ark 10)
- Friday 30 August - MIGS Gymnastics Competition
- Wednesday 11 September - Grandparents Day
- Thursday 12 September - BOT Meeting
- Tuesday 24 September - Catherine McAuley Feast Day
- Friday 27 September - St Michael's Feast Day
- Friday 27 September - Last day of Term 3
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Sports News
Players of the Day
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Jaguars - Kawana Philips & Zara Aislabie
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Puma's - Connor Geyer & Sukhnoor Kaur
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Jaguars - Clara Smith-Bigwood & Teaghan Morta
Pumas:Lachlan Stephens & Milan Geyer
Lions :Jordon Hingston
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Senior: Jordan Hingston - Awesome defending and enthusiasm
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Congratulations to our Players of the Day! If you have photos from the games that you'd like to share in our newsletter, please send them to office@stmichaelsrotorua.school.nz.
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Thank you for your support!
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Board of Trustees
Next board meeting Date: Tuesday 10th September, at 6pm. At each BOT meeting - twice a term - policies are reviewed. If you would like to communicate with the BOT, you are welcome to email our independent e-mail address; botstmichaels@gmail.com, or alternatively, send letters to the school in an envelope marked "Board of Trustees."
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You are also welcome to attend any meeting, however, if you would like to have speaking rights, you need to request this from the chair using the email address. This email address can be accessed by Joseph Assen (Chair)
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St Michael's School Board of Trustees
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Joseph Assen(Chair/ Proprietors Rep), Rachael McLanachan (Principal) Nick Horton, Amiria Savea, Angela Smith-Bigwood, Shalya O'Neill (Staff Rep), Chris Hepi (Proprietors Rep)
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Each term, the whole school community is invited to review and comment on specific policies and procedures. This feedback is captured using the review button on topics that are under review.
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Concerns and Complaints Policy
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Log on to School Docs to have your say.
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SchoolDocs is an online platform that provides access to our school policies, procedures, and guidelines. It serves as a valuable tool for staying informed and ensuring that we are all on the same page.
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To access SchoolDocs, please visit
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schooldoc.co.nz and use the following login details:
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Username: stmichaelsrotorua
Password: community
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Sausage Sizzle
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Available on Fridays $2 . Orders taken in class at 9am
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Pita Pit Lunches available every Wednesday @ School
Cut off time for ordering is 8:45 am on Wednesday
It’s simple; all you need to do is register at www.lunchonline.co.nz
and follow 4 easy steps to get started
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1. Register an account
2. Add member/s including your name and delivery location
3. Make a payment to have funds in your account before you order
4. Select your lunch and place an order
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PTA News
PTA Meeting Wednesday 07/08/24 at 5:30pm in the school staffroom
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Bread on Wednesday
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Bread will be available on Wednesday Mornings. Please collect your bread from outside the office.
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Community News
After School Art lessons
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After school art lessons with Janet Keen enrolling now. Drawing, painting, mosaics, over 30 lessons to choose from. Thursdays 3.30pm to 4.30pm and 4.35pm to 5.35pm. Enrolling for remainder of term 3 and 4. Small classes, friendly, safe, organic environment. From age 7 and upwards.
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All Enquiries welcome. Phone 027 351 3887 or email janet@jkeen.net. 374 Clayton Road, Rotorua
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