Over the past two weeks Prep have had the delight in following the natural life cycle of a chicken. We predicted what might be growing inside the eggs before observing the hatching process.
Our students have made the connection between how cycles follow a pattern and bring about change.
We have all marveled in God's wonderful creation.
We are in need of recycling materials including cardboard boxes both large and small. As well as jars, tins, bottle lids and anything that can be used for craft. These are needed for our upcoming Vacation Care Programme.
Please note we cannot except egg cartoons, toilet rolls and any packaging that has contained nut products.
Thank you for your assistance.
St. Peter's is such a vibrant learning community. There is so much happening and many opportunities for students to get involved!
In this newsletter, we are excited to share with you our Primary Years Video. We hope you enjoy this glimpse into the many wonderful things our school has to offer!
What a wonderful way to start our Father’s Day weekend with our annual, Father’s Day Breakfast.
Thank you to those who assisted with cooking and serving, and we trust our Dads enjoyed the opportunity of an early breakfast with their children.
Wishing all the Dads, Grandads and other amazing people who fill this role a very special Father's Day!
Lily is a well deserving recipient of this award. She always displays the qualities of a safe, respectful and responsible learner. Lily consistently works to the best of her ability with a no fuss attitude and is on top of things as she strives for her best, requesting feedback and acting on it.
She is always kind to others by showing she listens to their ideas and is sought after by her peers.
Lily guides groups with her leadership in a thoughtful and encouraging way and maintains positive relationships with others. She has a gentle nature with impeccable manners, showing respect at all times.
Lily involves herself in various co-curricular groups and is an excellent role model for other students to follow.
Last week Kindergarten visited Featherdale Wildlife Park as part of our inquiry into the natural world. Students consolidated their learning about living and nonliving things and the various habitats of Australian animals, as well as investigating the requirements for survival.
Favourite things included seeing a crocodile come out of the water, spying the joey in the rock wallaby’s pouch, watching an echidna lick up some ants, and patting a koala and a tawny frogmouth.
A huge thank you must go to the wonderful parent helpers who gave their time and energy to ensure that every student had a safe, enjoyable and worthwhile time. A wonderful day was had by all and we are certain that all of Kindergarten (including the teachers) slept well that night.
Year 3 attended their first overnight camp at St. Peter’s and had a fantastic time. We are thankful for the Summit Educational Camps team and Wedderburn Christian Campsite for hosting us throughout the day.
The camp was a great opportunity for students to bond together through BMX bike riding, damper cooking by the fire, bush walking and taking aim in archery. For many of our students this was their first time away from family overnight and we couldn’t be prouder of their confidence and courage. Some student reflections of the day:
“At night it was very hard to get to sleep”
“I loved cooking damper around the fire”
“I liked the freedom we had to join in or just watch”
“It was great having a sleepover with our friends"
“It was great to have the opportunity to do things that we wouldn’t get to do at school”
Barbara is a welcomed addition here at St. Peter's.
Barbara lives with Mr Matthew Richards (Class teacher - 5R) who is her primary carer.
You may have seen Barbara at our Assemblies or out and about around our school.
Mr Gorman is incredibly pleased with the benefits that Barbara is providing to our School Community.
From helping children with reading and writing - to being a friendly face when someone is having a bad day.
We're thankful to Mr Richards for his willingness to share Barbara with us.
On Monday, 19 August, a group of 18 students from Years 4 & 5 travelled to Olympic Park with Miss Oberle and Mr Connell.
The students attended and observed the 2019 RoboCup Junior NSW Tournament in order to gain a deeper understanding of Lego Robotics, and develop a stronger sense of direction for their involvement in our co-curricular Robotics Programme.
They witnessed students from schools all over NSW utilise the immeasurable capabilities of Lego Mindstorms EV3, and returned to St Peter's with a renewed enthusiasm for Robotics and strong intentions to be formidable competitors in RoboCup 2020.
Congratulations Mr Matthew Richards!
Mr Richards (Year 5 teacher) and his wife Amy welcomed Emmy Rose on Thursday, 29 August 2019.
We give thanks to God for Emmy's safe arrival and pray for them as Mr Richards commences his parental leave.
By Fiona Hornman
Week 4 results against Mount Annan Christian College
Junior Sport: Wednesday, 21 August 2019
SPORT | RESULT | SPAPS | MACC |
Soccer | Won | 3 | 2 |
AFL | Loss | 8 | 32 |
Netball | Loss | 6 | 8 |
Newcombe Ball | Loss | 0 | 2 |
Senior Sport: Wednesday, 21 August 2019
SPORT | RESULT | SPAPS | MACC |
Soccer | Loss | 0 | 2 |
AFL | Loss | 22 | 30 |
Netball | Loss | 8 | 19 |
Volleyball | Loss | 0 | 2 |
Players of the Match:
Junior Soccer: Calvin J
Senior Soccer: Ethan G
Junior AFL: Sebastian L
Senior AFL: Zach W
Junior Newcombeball: Ethan E
Senior Volleyball: Angela I
Junior Netball: Ahaana K
Senior Netball: Madison T
Congratulations to Cook for leading our House Points Tally this fortnight.
Families have the option to pay the Annual Fees for 2020 at current years rates if paid in full by Wednesday, 31 October 2019.
Please email casc@casc.org.au to register your interest.
All parents are required to give a full term’s notice, in writing to the Headmaster, of their intention to withdraw. Of course we hope this isn't the case for any family in the school but understand that situations change.
The last day to provide notice of your intention to withdraw without financial penalty is:
Friday, 27 September 2019 (Last day Term 3).
Mondays:
Morning: 8.00 am – 10.45 am
Afternoon: 1.00 pm – 3.45 pm
Wednesdays:
Morning: 8.00 am – 10.45 am
Tuesdays:
9.00 am – 9.30 am: Chapel Years 3 & 4
Wednesdays:
9.00 am – 9.30 am: Chapel Years 5 & 6
Thursdays:
9.00 am – 9.30 am: Chapel Kindergarten & Morning Tea
Fridays:
9.00 am – 9.30 am: Chapel Years 1 & 2
Give thanks for the rain we have received this week and pray for further relief in drought affected regions.
Fridays: 8.30 am - 10.00 am
Please join us for a coffee and a chat.
A reminder that afternoon supervision is until 3.40 pm. After this time, the students will be signed into OSHC. If your child is signed into OSHC, a fee will be charged.
Thank you for your understanding.
Applications close on 13 September 2019.
Now that it is Term 3, all of our Prep students have turned 4 and therefore should be up to date with their immunisations. All parents will need to provide a copy of their child's updated Immunisation History Statements (IHS).
You are able to download a copy of the IHS from the MyGov website, please see the following link:
https://www.
It would be appreciated if you could forward a copy of this statement to the School Office.
Learning Labs is designed for motivated and passionate learners who are performing excellently in their area of interest. Learning Labs offers one or two day workshops during the school holidays that cover a range of interest areas. Workshops are challenging, as well as fun.
Please visit the link below for further details.
https://www.uow.edu.au/engage/outreach-pathways/learning-labs/wollongong-learning-labs/#d.en.60151
Monday 2 September 2019
11.30 am: Junior Primary Assembly (KL Leading)
2.30pm: Primary Assembly
Tuesday 3 September 2019
Year 5 Camp
Year 3, Year 4 and Year 6 ICAS Digital Technologies
Wednesday 4 September 2019
Year 5 Camp
School Banking
11.35 am - 12.20 pm: Junior Rep Sport (Versing Macarthur Anglican School)
1.00 pm - 2.00 pm: Senior Rep Sport (Versing Macarthur Anglican School)
3.20 pm - 4.20 pm: Football Development League
Thursday 5 September 2019
Year 5 Camp
Year 3, Year 4 and Year 6 ICAS Science
Friday 6 September 2019
Year 5 Camp
8.30 am: Executive Drop In
