! !! ! ! June 20 - Fair meeting - 2pm 23 - Board Meeting 7pm 24 - Strings Soiree @SHS 26 - Band Soiree 5.30pm 26 - Farm Day Gr 5 28 - Confirmation & First Communion, 6.30pm St Peter’s Church July 3 - Reports to parents Foundation band & Strings Soiree Workshop day 1 4 - Term 2 ends Larmenier Day celebrations Winter sports ends 21 - Victoire Larmenier’s Birthday - Student free day 22 - Term 3 begins 28 - Board Meeting 7pm 31 - Grandparents’ Day August 5 - Life education sessions K-Prep 6pm, Gr3-4 7pm 6 - Life education sessions Gr1-2 6pm, Gr5-6 7pm 9 - Family Mass 6.30pm St Peter's Church 10 - Catholic Education Week 12 - P&F Meeting 7pm 25 - Board Meeting 7pm 29 - School Bush Dance ! ! !! ! Celebrating achievements Tuesday this week we had a group of children head off to represent Larmenier at the Interschool cross country. Before they headed off I witnessed children volunteering and agreeing very happily to fill places that were left vacant by sick children and parents agreeably running coats and shorts to school so children could participate. On their return I spoke to a number of students who were full of exciting tales of who came second, third, twenty fifth, twenty ninth and who they were. It was such a God moment to see the pleasure that those in the team seemed to get from watching others do well. Team spirit was evidently strong and proud in these students. ! The great thing about schools today is their ability to provide a variety of opportunities in which children can shine. Whilst a schools main focus will always be on the academic education of students, it is those who struggle academically who often shine in other areas. There is nothing better as a parent or a teacher than watching a child, whether they are your own or not, find something that they are good at. The confidence they gain, the ‘something’ that develops in them gives them a sense of pride, a sense of achievement is always evident on their face when you watch them speak about it. For some this is as simple as learning one of their Magic 100 word colours, for others it is tricks on a bike or skateboard. As parents many of us provide opportunities for our children to grow and explore interests outside the school. At Larmenier, we are able to provide a host of opportunities too, from our farm program experiences through to band, tennis, sporting clinics, community service programs, choirs and the list goes on. Our school vision is “For Lamenier Catholic Primary School to live out it’s motto, Christ is our model, by being a living, loving and learning community” and this is a daily focus of all who work in the school. Allowing children to explore and learn what their limitations and strengths may be, is all part of a life long learning process. The diversity in our children and what they bring to our school is a delight to behold! !! !! !! !! Mary Wall ACTING PRINCIPAL 19th June, 2014 18 !! !! ! ! Reports Reports will be handed out on Thursday 3rd July, the second last day of term. Should you wish to talk to a teacher about your child’s report, appointments with teachers can be made for Term 3. Any second copies that have been requested can be collected from the school office. Should your family circumstances have changed and a second copy is required, just let your child’s class teacher or the office know. ! School uniform We have recently had a few comments about how good our students look in their uniforms. Our uniform is unique and identifies us immediately as Larmenier. Lets wear our uniform with pride - shirts tucked in, top buttons on shirts done up so ties sit correctly, blazers on when travelling to and from school. ! A reminder of the correct sandshoes, as it seems there are a few sneaking back in with the wrong ones and it is not fair to those parents and students doing the right thing and in some cases purchasing two pairs of shoes to make sure they had a pair to fit the uniform policy. Also the correct black shoes, with the sneaker style not being acceptable. 10% off vouchers are available for Sports Arena from the uniform shop and office. All families are invited to attend this special Mass. Please keep the candidates in your prayers. When: Saturday 28th June at 6:30pm Where: St Peter’s Church, Kings Meadows Supper to follow. Please bring a plate to share. Congratulations to the following candidates Astrid Cameron Amber Curran Kaideesha Denman-Francis Elijah Mansell Shayden McCulloch Grace Pratley Ruby Tiller ! Gr 5/6 Friday Sport 20th June, 2014 Netball Div 1 Scotch Oakburn College vs Larmenier @ Hoblers Bridge Netball Centre Court 1 Netball Div 2 Larmenier vs Launceston Church Grammar@ Hoblers Bridge Netball Court 6 Soccer Div 1 Larmenier vs Scotch Oakburn College2 @ Birch Ave Soccer Div 2 Sacred Heart School1 vs Larmenier2 @ Scotch Oakburn College#1 Sacred Heart School2 vs Larmenier1 @ Scotch Oakburn College #8 !! SRC Crazy Hair / Crazy Hat Day St Peter’s Parish Sacramental Program – Reconciliation 2014 Expressions of Interest 16th June, 2014 Dear Parents, Next week on Thursday the 26th of June the SRC will hold a fundraising day to raise money for a charity yet to be decided. For a GOLD COIN DONATION, children may come to school on that day wearing a crazy hat or with a crazy hairdo. Normal school uniform is to be worn (unless your class has a farm day) and no face paint is allowed. Please join in and help us to raise money for this worthy cause. In Term 3, children in Grade 3 or above, who are intending to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation, will begin their preparation. If you would like your child/ren to be involved this year, please fill out the form below and return to the school office, or Mrs. Fontyn, in Grade Four, by this Friday, 27th June. Band Kind Regards, ! The lesson scheduled for Wednesday 25th June will be held on Thursday 26th at 8.45am sharp. This change is due to an unexpected meeting for band staff. ! Industrial Action Update Please read the attached information from Dr Trish Hindmarsh regarding industrial action which may affect our school. Further details will be given out towards the end of this term. If you would like a copy of the Sacramental Preparation dates you make collect a brochure outside the school office (These were sent home to families last term). If you have any other queries, please feel free to contact me on 0407911400, or come in to see me in Grade Four. Maureen Fontyn (Sacramental Team Coordinator) I would like my child/ren, ………………………………………………….., to prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation in Term 3. Signed __________________________ Full Name: __________________________ Contact phone: __________________________ Contact email: __________________________ Address: __________________________ ! ! Multicultural Day – Grade 5 On Monday in Grade 5 we had a multicultural day. We gave presentations on different European countries and brought in food from those countries. There was a large variety of foods and many students found out they liked many new and different foods. By Adelai and Annabelle ! Grade 6 have been working on "MATHS" 3D shapes with centimetre cubes. May 2014 Italian Delights Grade 6 exploring Italian cuisine ~ pizza and fettuccini ~ no complaints! Mini Vinnies-Winter Appeal We are collecting any unwanted warm clothing and blankets for the Winter Appeal. We appreciate anything you can spare. A box for donations will be placed in the foyer at the front door of the school. LAUNCESTON CITY soccer school holiday clinics! Come along, build on your soccer skills and have some soccer fun during the school holiday break!! Open to all children!! Thursday 10th & Friday 11th July 2014 Mitsubishi Park, Prospect 5 - 9 yrs 9am - 11am ($50 for both days) 10 - 13 yrs 12pm - 2pm ($50 for both days) Attendance of 1 day is $30. Registration opens 30 mins prior to start time. Attendees will receive: * * * * * Expert football coaching from Kurt Reynolds & qualified Coaches All equipment provided Access to Club rooms (all weather) A drink & snack at end of session Meet LCFC Victory League Players ! Attendees should bring: * Football attire including boots, shin pads and wet weather clothing * Water bottle ! To ensure your child’s place please Text or Email:! Kurt Reynolds! LCDDS Head Coach! 0457 360 483! [email protected]! ! !! !! ! !! !! !! !! !! !! Running Club !! ! The Larmenier Running Club has started again this term with some very enthusiastic runners!!! When: Running Club will run on Tuesdays at lunch-time and Fridays at recess. Who: Children of Grades 3-6 Why: To improve our fitness and confidence. What: Please bring an extra pair of old runners and socks to run in and a plastic bag to put them in after! Fair Meeting June 20th - 2pm your support and ideas are most welcome. Piano lessons. Vacancies(for(term(three.(Students(of(all(ages(and( abilities(welcome.(Call(Therese(on(0439(982(556. ! ! Grade 2 farm day 12th June, 2014 On farm day we chased chickens and clipped their wings. Then we went into the garden and planted a kind of tomato. When the tomato is green it is poisonous. When the tomato is yellow it is very good. It is a special sort of food for the native people. It is native to Tasmania. It can be turned into a kind of syrup that can be put on pancakes. After that we had recess. It was apple cinnamon muffins. We also had chocolate and beetroot muffins. Then we went into the classroom. We made pictures of goats, cows, chickens and pigs. I made a cow because I have cows on my farm. We also made grass head people. Then we had lunch. It was soda bread and pumpkin soup with pasta. It was yummy! The last thing we did was the kitchen. We made buns. It was fun at Grade two farm day! By Freja Doolan On the 12th of June Grade two had a farm day. Ny group did gardening. First we got to chase the chickens and I got to cut their wings. For recess we had apple muffins and beetroot muffins. Ny favourite muffin was the apple muffin. The next thing my group did was craft. We got to draw a snowman and painted it with Nrs Hollingsworth. We got to choose to do a cow, goat, pig or a chicken. I chose a goat. For lunch we had pumpkin soup and soda bread and pasta with cheese. I liked the pumpkin soup. The last thing my group did was cooking in the old staffroom. We cooked silver beet and cheese pin wheels, they were my favourite thing, It was my best farm day I had ever had! By Zac Reissig JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY CARE for Primary School children up to 12 years Sliders Tube Rides, Science, Rock Wall, Trampolining Medieval Knights. . . . . . . . . with FREE breakfast This time we m ight need shoes??? ?? maybe a jumper ??? even a hat . . . . . Call NCN and find out more about their new July holiday program at Amy Road, Newstead Monday 7th July, up to, and including Monday 21st July 8.00am - 6.00pm 6341 1555 ph Information is also available online at www.ncn.org.au !! ! !! ! ! Memorandum Date: To: From: Subject: 17 June 2014 Parents and Friends of the School Community Dr Trish Hindmarsh, Director Industrial Action Following a breakdown in enterprise bargaining negotiations between Tasmanian Catholic education employing authorities and the Independent Education Union (IEU), the IEU sought protected industrial action for its members from the Fair Work Commission (FWC). In accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009, we received due notice late Thursday of last week that protected industrial action may now be taken in Catholic schools throughout the State. A ballot conducted by the Australian Electoral Commission and authorised by the FWC resulted in members of the IEU deciding in favour of taking the following protected actions: • • • • An unlimited number of four (4) hour stoppages of work; An unlimited number of twenty-four hour stoppages of work; Distributing information to parents about the action and bargaining; and Wearing campaign material and / or badges. Some or all of these actions are expected to take place in many of our schools over the next month or so and, perhaps, beyond that time. Parents, guardians and carers can rest assured that their school will continue to be open for business as usual, and that every care will be taken to ensure that children are well supervised and engaged in meaningful activities, even if all their usual classes are not possible because of reduced staffing. It is our intention to have our schools as fully functioning and focussed on learning programs as possible. The Principal and senior school / college leaders will be on duty and actively taking leadership of staff in providing for students’ needs during this period of industrial action. A number of staff (IEU Members only) may not be in attendance during the hours of any work stoppage/s, and it important that their right to engage in what is legitimate and protected industrial action is respected by all members of the school community. Thankyou in anticipation of your understanding and cooperation in making the best of what are challenging circumstances. Dr Trish Hindmarsh Director !