This week our exciting news of the proposal for a Catholic Schools Vermont Hub was featured in The Age and The Herald Sun.
Karen Jebb ( Emmaus) , Steve Evans ( Holy Saviour) and I have meet with MACS again, throughout the week to continue discussing the proposal. We are very excited about the possibilities going forward. WE are hoping to provide parents with more information before the end of the school year.
I am very excited to announce that in 2024 St Timothy's will be a part of The Resilience Project. Through presentations, student curriculum, teacher resources and digital content, The Resilience Project’s Education Programs support mental health in the classroom, staffroom and family home. To find out more about this exciting opportunity for 2024 . please access the link provided. The program will run throughout the 2024 year.
The Resilience Project link or https://theresilienceproject.com.au/
We are also excited to announce that during 2024 in both Term 2 &3, St Timothy's will be involved in The Song Room. The Song Room is a visual arts, drama and music WELL BEING program. This will be in addition to our curriculum based Performing and Visual Arts programs. The learn more about what the program offers please see the attached link.
Once again I am looking for volunteers for holiday watering
Week 1: Sunday 24th - Saturday 30th December
Week 2: Sunday 31st - Saturday 6th January
Week 3: Sunday 7th January- Saturday 13th Jauary
Week 4: Sunday 14th January- Saturday 20th January
Week 5: Sunday 21 January- Saturday - 27th January
Please see Anne Maree or Gail if you ae able to help. 4+ Hours would give a rebate on the $100 Working Bee fee. Thank you
Next Tuckshop is Friday 8th December
Order forms were sent home Friday 1st December.
Please remember to return order forms by Wednesday 6th December.
Friday 8th December: Kitty (Bella)
Friday 15th December: Karen (Daniel)
You can order online each Wednesday and the lunch orders will be delivered to school. If you haven't ordered previously you will need to create an account.
Orders MUST be placed prior to 8:30am.
To place an order www.classroomcuisine.com.au.
Netball Clinics for Prep (Foundation) to Year 6.
Final Session : Thursday 7th December
The children are asked to wear Sports Uniform.
Parish Newsletter Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd December
Stay awake! With these words, Jesus cautions his disciples to be constantly vigilant and to be alert to the return of the Lord. It is a very fitting way to begin the season of Advent. Advent has traditionally been observed as a time of preparation and waiting. It culminates in the Christmas season and so the waiting and preparation is related to the celebration of the coming of Christ into the world. Perhaps the time of preparation this Advent is also a call to stay awake and stay alert in faith. One of the great challenges to faith today is the complacency that has taken hold of many in our society. When life is comfortable, the perceived need for faith appears to diminish. Many young people in our society cannot see the value of religious belief or religious practice. In a world of instant communication and instant ‘satisfaction’, the reflective and slow work of faith can seem too much effort for some people. The gospel call to stay awake in preparation for the coming of the Lord is a call to continue the work ofbringing about the Kingdom of God. Over the last three weeks, the gospel passages from Matthew 25 were reminders about continuing to prepare for the coming of the Kingdom. This week, with the beginning of Advent, it is the gospel of Mark that also reminds us that we cannot take the Kingdom for granted and must remain vigilant in working to realise the Kingdom. This vigilance needs to be applied to nurturing our own faith life as well as making a difference in the lives of those around us and the needy in society. Rather than ‘Stay awake!’ maybe some of us need to be told, ‘Wake up!’ It is never too late to pay closer attention to faith and perhaps this Advent is an ideal time to do that.
Whitehorse Carols
When: Saturday 16 December, 6.30pm – 9.60pm
Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre Precinct, Nunawading
Get ready for an evening filled with music, laughter, and holiday magic. The FREE festivities kick off at 5pm with rides, face painting, and a delicious array of food to purchase. With star-studded performances beginning at 6:30pm headlined by Carols by Candlelight favourite, Tim Campbell. As well as the Australian Children's Choir, the cast of Christmas Actually and Whitehorse Churches Care, plus a surprise appearance from the jolly man himself.
So gather your family, invite your friends, and make your way to the Whitehorse Carols for an unforgettable Christmas experience.
URL: www.creativewhitehorse.vic.gov.au/whats-on/whitehorse-carols
Creative Whitehorse – Festive Season
The festive season is underway and there’s definitely a buzz in the air. Your neighbourhood is brimming with fun events in the lead-up to Christmas from Whitehorse Carols, to festive cooking, creative classes and more!
Join us to celebrate with family and friends at one of our many fun and affordable events for all ages this December.
Monday 11th December - Whole School End of Year Celebration
Thursday 14th December- Year 6 Graduation Mass and Dinner
Friday 15th December- Whole School End of Year Christmas Mass 10 am
Friday 15th December- Whole School finish
3:15 Certificates for Whole School (P-6)
3:25- 3:30 Arch of Honour (P-5) & Graduation March Year 6
