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Dear Parents and Carers,
This week the Year 6 students of our school and parish will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. Bishop Brian Mascord, Bishop of Wollongong, will confer the sacrament upon the children.
What is Confirmation?
Confirmation, in the Catholic Church, is one of the seven sacraments. It is also one of the three sacraments of initiation into the Catholic Church, the other two being Baptism and Holy Communion.
What occurs during the Sacrament of Confirmation?
The Bishop will raise his arms saying a special prayer calling on the gifts of the Holy Spirit to be bestowed upon the students. Each candidate will then be anointed with a special chrism oil with the Bishop saying “Be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit…”
Why do the candidates take on a Confirmation name?
Many Catholics adopt the name of a biblical figure or saint that they find inspiring at their Confirmation. This shows their intention to copy their dedication to God.
What is the role of a sponsor?
To be confirmed, you must select a sponsor to help guide you through the process. This person is a great example of what it means to be a Catholic. They pray for you and provide a support system for your faith. Confirmation certainly makes you better equipped to handle life as a Christian, but that doesn’t mean things will always be easy.
The World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is held each year on the 1st September. This day marks the beginning of the Season of Creation which runs from 1st September through to 4th October. It is an opportunity for Christians around the world to celebrate creation through prayer and action. We will acknowledge and celebrate World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation next Monday 5th September (Week 8) with a special liturgy led by Year 6.
Thank you to all in our community for your involvement in our Book Week celebrations. A wonderful parade was held with many special characters visiting our school for the day. Thank you to parents for organising some magnificent costumes for the children. Thank you to the parents, carers, grandparents and friends whose attendance made it a wonderful community event. Throughout the day we saw Harry Potter, Beast from the Beach, Spongebob, Elsa, Thing 1 and Thing 2, Mario, Where’s Wally and many other creative characters. Thanks to Mrs Santa Maria and the staff for their wonderful organisation and support of the day.
We wish all dads, fathers, uncles, step-dads and male figures a Happy Father's Day for Sunday. The students will be able to purchase gifts from the Father’s Day Stall on Friday 2nd September. Parents and carers are invited to a special liturgy being conducted in our Hall on Friday afternoon at 2.00pm in honour of Father’s Day.
We are excited to be able to re-commence the school swimming program in Term 4 for all students in Kindergarten to Year 6 at Kingswim. Information will be sent out via Compass to you in the coming weeks. For now, all families are asked to complete the ‘Swimmers Ability’ form accessed through Compass.
Have a wonderful week,
Philip Barrington
PRINCIPAL
Year 6 Students from our school have recently undertaken an education tour of the national capital. Students were given the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy.
The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian Government is contributing funding of $30.00 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs which reduced the amount billed to each family fee account. The rebate is paid directly to the school upon completion of the excursion.
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Event / Time |
Information |
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Thursday 1st September |
Sacrament of Confirmation |
St Thomas More Parish Church |
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Friday 2nd September |
Jersey Day |
Children wear a jersey and/or mufti clothes in their favorite sports colours. Jersey Day helps us to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation. No money donation for this event. |
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Friday 2nd September |
Father’s Day Stall |
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Friday 2nd September |
Father’s Day Liturgy |
2.00pm School Hall |
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Friday 9th September |
School Disco |
5.00pm-6.30pm K, Year 1, Year 2 6.30pm-8.30pm Years 3, 4, 5, 6 |
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Tuesday 13th September |
Catholic Mission Launch for the Wollongong Diocese |
Held at St Thomas More Parish Church. A selection of students will be involved. |
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Monday 19th September |
Activate Year 6 |
Held at St Thomas More School for Year 6 students at STM Ruse, OLHC Rosemeadow, St John’s Campbelltown |
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Friday 23rd September |
Last day of Term 3 for students |
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Monday 10th October |
First day Term 4 for students |
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Wednesdays Weeks 1-8 Term 4 |
Kindergarten to Year 6 Swimming Program at Kingswim |
More details soon |
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Wednesday 12th October |
Kindergarten 2023 Parent Information Evening |
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Tuesday 18th October |
Kindergarten 2023 Transition to School Session 1 |
1.45pm-2.30pm |
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Wednesday 19th October |
Kindergarten 2023 Transition to School Session 2 |
1.45pm-2.30pm |
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Thursday 20th October |
Kindergarten 2023 Transition to School Session 3 |
1.45pm-2.30pm |
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Tuesday 25th October |
Kindergarten 2023 Transition to School Session 4 |
1.45pm-2.30pm |
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Wednesday 26th October |
Kindergarten 2023 Transition to School Session 5 |
1.45pm-2.30pm |
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Thursday 27th October |
Kindergarten 2023 Transition to School Session 6 |
1.45pm-2.30pm |
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Tuesday 1st November |
Kindergarten 2023 Transition to School Session 7 |
1.45pm-2.30pm |
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Wednesday 2nd November |
Kindergarten 2023 Transition to School Session 8 |
1.45pm-2.30pm |
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Wednesday 9th November |
Kindergarten 2023 Orientation Morning |
8.45am-10.30am |
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Friday 9th December |
End of Year Mass and Awards |
Time and Venue TBC |
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Monday 12th December |
Year 6 Fun Day |
More details to come |
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Tuesday 13th December |
End of Year Concert |
St Patrick's College Hall Mary Shiel Centre Time TBC (evening) |
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Thursday 15th December |
Year 6 Graduation |
More details to come |
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Friday 16th December |
Last Day for Students Guard of Honour |
Time TBC |
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Monday 19th December |
Pupil Free Day |
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Tuesday 20th December |
Pupil Free Day |