TERM ONE WEEK 7 AND 8 FINISHED

1. What's new ? Principal's updates for Week 8 2015

Learning and Change surveys
As we come to the end of our first term, we will be gathering feedback from students, staff and families about their experiences with learning this term. We would love to hear from you as parents. Please complete this short survey and go into the draw for a $25 petrol voucher.
You can access it via this link 

National Networking Hui information
We are in to our third year of participating in our learning and change network.We have been invited to attend and share some of our learning in Auckland at the start of the July holidays. If any families are interested in participating, please let me know or email me jjackson@stjoseph.school.nz

Vanuatu Fundraiser
Some of our children are to be commended for truly wanting to support the families who have lost their homes and possessions as a result of Cyclone Pam in Vanuatu. Some of the Year 7 children are organising a mufti day and a sausage sizzle on our first Friday back next term (24th April). We will send home more information in Week 1 next term.

Drop your children off safely
Please think about road safety when you are dropping your children off and picking them up. Please park on the school side of the road or drop your children off at the drop and drive zone. If you use the Parish car park, please make sure that your children walk along the footpath and into school via the main entrance pathway beside the hall rather than through the staff car park. There have been some near misses with children running through the car park or running across the road to your car or from your car. We must think of the safety of our children at all times.

When picking up or dropping off your children

• Ensure children get in and out on the footpath side of the car.
• Park safely, away from yellow lines, intersections and driveways.
• Drive slowly outside schools and be prepared for surprises.
• Never double park outside a school.
• Walk to the school gate with your children in the mornings.
• After school, walk to the school gate to meet your children and walk them to the car.
• Take extra care on wet days.

Staff thank you breakfast
Our hardworking staff shared a special end of term breakfast this morning to recognise the awesome job they do at our school. Thank you to our wonderful supportive team of staff.

Holy Thursday liturgy next week
We will finish the first term with a Holy Thursday liturgy that will commence in the hall at 2:30pm and move out to the playground. We look forward to preparing for Holy Week with you as we Reach for the Stars as Lifelong Learners in the Catholic Faith.

2. Special Character News Term 1 Week 8

This Sunday we celebrate Palm Sunday.  Jesus starts his ministry in Galilee but the Gospels tell of a journey towards Jerusalem.  Along the way Jesus teaches and performs miracles and gathers a following.  The end point of his journey is Jerusalem and the events of Holy Week.

 At that period the Holy Land was occupied by the Romans and under Roman rule.  Many Jews hoped that a king would come to lead the people to freedom.  It is significant that when Jesus arrived at Jerusalem he chose to ride in on a donkey.  He was followed by the crowds who had followed him on his journey and greeted by people from the city of Jerusalem. These people threw down their garments and palm leaves for Jesus to ride over.  This was the traditional sign of respect for royalty.  If Jesus had simply walked in that would have given no message; He chose a donkey, a symbol of peace and not a horse which would have been a symbol of war.  He specifically made the statement to all of those people who hailed him as king, that he was not coming to wage war.

Later in the week, answering Pontius Pilate, Jesus explains:

"My kingdom is not of this world. If My kingdom were of this world, then My servants would be fighting so that I would not be handed over to the Jews; but as it is, My kingdom is not of this realm."  Therefore Pilate said to Him, "So You are a king?  Jesus answered, "You say correctly that I am a king.  For this I have been born, and for this I have come into the world, to testify to the truth.  Everyone who is of the truth hears My voice." (John 19:36-37).

CYCLONE PAM

We are very proud of some of our students who have come up with ways of raising money to help our brothers and sisters in Vanuatu.  

This weekend there will be a collection in Church for the victims of Cyclone Pam and Father Wayne has said he will match everything that's raised.  Check out the Caritas website for more information:

3. School Notices - Week 8, Term 1 2015

Altar Servers
Saturday 28th March - Indy & Mackenzie Cunningham, Joshua Criddle and Ben Cullimore
Sunday 29th March - Cameron & Laura Mather, Antonia Black and Sebastian Whiston
Holy Thursday - 2nd April - Michael & Jerome Misiloi and Joel Kunnethedan
Good Friday - 3rd April - Michael & Jerome Misiloi, Lachlan Brookes and Joseph Spillane

Birthday Greetings to:
Jada-Rose Keno, Megan Small, Duran Cooper and Harriet Heaphy

Home and School
The final total for the Food Fair was $4,534 with one small donation still to come in.  Thanks again to all those who helped and supported the Home & School committee, we really appreciate your support.  We are looking forward to next years event.

Our term 2 fundraiser is the Entertainment Book.  More details will come out at the start of term 2.  We hope that you will support this as well.  The Entertainment Book is not only a great fundraiser but you gets lots of benefits and discounts as well.

Lost
Levi Heffernan has lost his named school jacket.  Please check your child's jacket and return to the office if found.

Lost Property
There is a huge amount of clothing in the Lost Property area.  Please check to see if your child's clothing is there.

Pastoral Care
As you maybe aware, some of our school families experience times of compassionate need; like the death of a close family member, severe illness/injury or hardship.  In response to this, the Home & School in 2008 started a new initiative in line with the St Joseph's Strategic Plan, whereby all classrooms will have one month of the school year to contribute to the Parish Welfare Freezer.  The month of April has been assigned to Yr 7and families are asked to donate cooked food or non perishable items.  The items can be tinned, baking or a main meal, e.g. casserole, lasagne, muffins or biscuits.  If you are in a position to contribute, please contact Maria Dickie on 027 255 8268 or 439 5599.  Please bring to school on Friday mornings.  Thank you

Scholastic Book Club Orders
Are due in by tomorrow Friday 27th March.

Library Books
Can all library books please be returned by tomorrow Friday 27th March to the box outside the office.

Summer Sports Draw
Cricket - has finished for the term
Touch Rugby - last game is next Tuesday 31st March

Ripper Rugby Tournament -Friday 27th March

• Yr 3/4 team will need to leave school at 9.45 am and their first game is at 10.20 am
• Yr 5/6 team will need to leave school at 9.45 am and their first game is at 10.20 am
• Yr 7/8 (1) team will need to leave school at 9.30 am and their first game is at 10.00 am
• Yr 7/8 (2) team will need to leave school at 9.00 am and their first game is at 9.40 am
• Yr 7/8 (3) team will need to leave school at 9.30 am and their first game is at 10.00 am

Players are to wear correct PE shorts and top and can chose to play in either bare feet or sneakers.  Please ensure enough they have enough food and water to get through the day.  They will also need a sunhat and sunscreen.  All players will play at least half a game each game.

Easter Mass Time Table - Basilica
Holy Thursday: 7.00 pm
Good Friday: 3.00 pm
Holy Saturday 5.00 pm Easter Vigil
Easter Sunday 9.30 am








Garden Vegetables

Well done to the children selling vegetables from the school garden and to Mrs Jorgensen for assisting and passing on her expert knowledge. 
 
 
 
 










Community Notices

• Whitestone Family Practice - are taking enrolments for people to wish to enrol their families at the practice.  Contact the practise for further information.
• OSCAR Holiday Programme - Join us for fun-filled days exploring our 'Under the Sea' theme with crafts, baking, treasure hunts and trips to the beach.  For more information, call Jenny on 434 8797 or 021 156 5871 or email oamaruoscar@ihug.co.nz
• Oamaru School Holiday Tennis Session - for children aged 5 to 12 years and will be held on Monday 13th and Tuesday 14th April from 10.00 am to 12.00 noon.  Cost is $25 per day or $45 for both days.  Contact Steve on 027 2849578 or email tennis12@xtra.co.nz
• Waitaki Aquatic Centre - are offering a 'Swim Technique Improvement Clinic' and 'Have a Go' water themed holiday programme.  April 7,8,9 & 10 is the Swim Technique Improvement Clinic which is perfect for all Learn to Swim customers who are in the main pool.  This clinic focusses on fine tuning technique to get swimmers ready for squads or just to increase their confidence levels in their swimming ability.  April 14,15 & 16 is the School Holiday 'Have a Go' programme which gives kids the opportunity to have a go at underwater hockey, water polo, underwater rugby, bombing, snorkelling and general water safety.  Call 433 0410 to register.
• Musical Theatre Oamaru Children's Theatre - production of Aladdin will be on stage at the Opera House Ink Box Theatre on April 16 to 18.  Shows are at 2.00 and 7.30 pm.  Book your ticket now at the Opera House or I-Site.  Seat prices are $9.00 plus booking fee.
• Aladdin Sponorship Request - Do you know a business that would be keen to sponsor the children's production of Aladdin?  Gold sponsorship $100, Silver sponsorship $50 and Bronze sponsorship $25.  Sponsors will be acknowledged in advertising and in the programme.  Contact Pat Gunn by email to patgunn1749@gmail.com
• House of Breakthrough Family  Easter Egg Hunt - Friday 3rd April from 1.00 to 3.00 pm at the Oamaru Public Gardens Rotunda.  Activities include wheelbarrow race, 3-legged race, egg and spoon races and bouncy castle.  Registration is between 12.30 and 1.00 pm.
• Herbert Forest Open Day - Sunday 12th April - public guided day for the Swallows, Podocarp-Glenbernie loop tracks.  If weather is inclement, this event will be cancelled.
• BMX Riders Track - the bmx track is being improved and anyone wishing to help and get the track back to its former state can contact Erik van der Spek on 027 487 5412 or email: evanderspek@waitaki.govt.nz
• North Otago Lions Club Children's Fun Day - for children aged between 4 and 12 on Saturday 18th April from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm.  They will supply lunch of a BBQ sausage and bread, a piece of fruit and a drink.  Parents are more than welcome to stay and join in if they wish.  There is no charge for any of the activities, just come and have fun.  For further information contact either Sheila Paul on 689 2273 or email midway-toru@farmside.co.nz or Judy Phillips on 434 6462 or email judy_malcolm@hotmail.com

4. Congratulations - Week 8, Term 1 2015

Principals Award
Congratulations to Toby Lewis who received the Principal's award for helping a fellow student who had fallen over in a prickly garden and also for helping an adult with a computer inquiry.


Swimming Champions
Congratulations to our swimming champions for 2015 and to the children who received placing's at the North Otago Swimming Champs.

Trophy and Certificate Winners

8 year girls:  1st Indya Cunningham, 2nd Mia Cant, 3rd Hana Davies
8 year boys:  1st Morgan Baillie, 2nd = Levi Heffernan and Sebastian Spillane

9 year girls: 1st Elenoa Asi, 2nd Sylvia Lavrijsen, 3rd Jessika Jenkinson
9 year boys:  1st Samuel Plieger, 2nd Campbell Fowler, 3rd Levi Crowder

10 year girls:  1st = Isabella Hanning & Harriet Heaphy, 3rd Stefanie Lavrijsen
10 year boys:  1st Daniel Gilbert, 2nd Corbin Fraser, 3rd Matthew Gough

11 year girls:  1st Emily Hayman, 2nd Tegan Souness, 3rd Elizabeth Plieger
11 year boys:  1st Christian Baillie, 2nd = Mannix Fraser & Jacob Fowler

12 year girls:  1st Nina Dickie, 2nd Laura Mather, 3rd Abigail Jenkinson
12 year boys:  1st  Charlie Gilbert, 2nd Daniel Frances-Rees

Medley Winners: Senior - Charlie Gilbert and Junior - Danny Gilbert



2015 Swimming Champions



Senior & Junior Medley Winners
Charlie & Daniel Gilbert

 

 



5. Winter Sports Team Lists

Information
Please check the lists for our St Joseph's winter sports teams to see if your child's name is on the list.  If your child should be in a team and their name isn't on the list, please email Mrs Souness on tsouness@stjoseph.school.nz by Monday 30th March as all sports teams have to be registered by the 31st March.

Starting Dates
Basketball - Wednesday 6th May at the Waitaki Recreation Centre
Football - Saturday 2nd May - various
Hockey - Tuesday 28th April for Yr 7/8 at the North Otago Hockey Turf
              - Wednesday 29th  April for Yrs 1-6 at the North Otago Hockey Turf
Miniball - Tuesday 5th May at the Waitaki Recreation Centre
Netball - Saturday 2nd May at the Taward Street netball courts
Rugby - Saturday 9th May - various

Uniform Hire
There will be a $5.00 uniform hire for all sporting codes and this has to be paid before you play.  The sports fees will be charged to your account.

Basketball

• Uniforms – All teams are to wear blue school PE shorts and top supplied.  If a player turns up in incorrect uniform – they will NOT play.
• Practices - start week 1 in Term 2 and competition starts Wednesday 6th May
• Games - played on a Wednesday night
• If you cannot attend a game – you MUST let your coach know

St Joseph’s Thunder	St Joseph’s Warriors	St Joseph’s Saints
Duran Cooper Timothy Jorgenson Toby Lewis Cameron Mather Michael Misiloi Taine Stewart-Cooper Sebastian Whiston	Halalova Asi Lachlan Brookes Jack Cameron Jacob Fowler Corbin Fraser Noah Jenkinson Sam Keno Seth Sinclair	Antonia Black Siva Katoa Kaliopeta Katoa Laura Mather Tess McAtamney Elizabeth Plieger Tegan Souness
Coach – Mel Lewis Practices: Monday 7pm SKC Gym	Coach – Claire Cameron Practices: Monday 7pm SKC gym	Coach – Claudine Black Practices: Monday 7pm SKC gym

Football

Midget Grade	Junior Grade	Intermediate Grade
Aces	White Knights	United
Lincoln Davison Lars Finn Hunter Gough James Jackson Lilly Kelcher Ella Murphy	Arthur Cartlidge Lewis Gough Limuel Gutierez Lisiate Hausia Jack Hayman Jonathan Jorgenson Daniel Jorgenson Paolo Mordeno Aryan Singh	Aarran Aitcheson Christian Baillie Samuel Bridges Duran Cooper Ben Cullimore Zach Dickie Nina Dickie Shem Guterriez Timothy Jorgenson Isaac Kelcher Joel Kunnethedan Maria Wallace Jordan Woodhouse
Practice: TBC Coach: David Jackson	Practice: TBC Coach: Paul Cartlidge	Practice: Thursday Coach: Jeremy Bridges

Hockey

• Kwik Sticks play on a Tuesday night
• Fun Sticks and Ministicks play on a Wednesday night

Fun Sticks	Ministicks	Kwik Sticks
Holly Cartlidge Kacymea Tahituá Will combine with other players to make a team	Mia Cant Samuel McNaught Will combine with other players to make a team	Maddison Bleach Kaleb Cant Trish Chikowore Nina Dickie Zach Dickie Emily Hayman Harriet Heaphy Courtney Kershaw Tess McAtamney Rhea Ratgali Niveek Wilson
Games: Wednesday Coach:	Games: Wednesday Coach:	Games: Tuesday Coach:

Miniball

• Uniforms – All teams are to wear school blue PE short and top supplied.  If a player turns up in incorrect uniform – they will NOT play.  
• Practices -  Start week 1 in Term 2 and competition starts Tuesday 5th May
• If you cannot attend a game – you MUST let your coach know

BULLETS	APOLLOS
Bronson Bartlett Liam Cameron Campbell Fowler Jack Hayman Baxter Lewis Cody Marshall	Nevaeh Aitcheson Elenoa Asi Niamh Jackson Grace Keno Jada-Rose Keno Isabella McNaught Aria Owen-O’Connor Tessa Souness Kristiana Whiston
Coach – Tracey Marshall  Practice time: Monday after school	Coach: Practice:

   











Netball

• Yr 1, 2 and 3 players sessions start Saturday 2^nd May
• All other teams start practices at the Taward Street courts Thursday of week 1 term 2.
• Competition starts Saturday 2nd May 2015

St Joseph’s Gold	St Joseph’s Rebels	St Joseph’s Steel
Maddison Bleach Trish Chikowore Mekeisha Hurley Abigail Jenkinson Siva Katoa Laura Mather Tannah Rintoul Niveek Wilson	Antonia Black Yneke Edzes Emily Hayman Harriet Heaphy  Isabella Hanning Kaliopeta Katoa Ruby Macaulay Megan Small Tegan Souness	Tyla Bolitho Cushla Bridges Jordan Clarke Mackenzie Cunningham Jessika Jenkinson Ellie Jorgensen Stefanie Lavrijsen Rhea Ratgali Molly Whittaker Nisha Wilson
Coaches: Katrina Crowder/Kate Finn	Coaches: MorganTangney/Paula Brien	Coach:  Amina Bridges

		Yr 3	Yr 1/2
St Joseph’s Blue	St Joseph’s Maroon
Elenoa Asi Indya Cunningham Mia Davison Eleni Hausia Grace Keno Sylvia Lavrijsen Isabella McNaught Tessa Souness	Neveah Aitcheson Niamh Jackson Jada-Rose Keno Annalise Kilgour Molly-May Mestrom Summer Moriarty Cassidy Rawson Jordyn Shaw Kristiana Whiston Adriana Wylie-Taukolo	Marian Cunningham Eden Davison Hannah Fowler Bella Moriarty Jayla Strong Atlanta Williams	Willow Bartlett Frankie Finn Ivy-Belle Mestrom Ruby McNaught Ngaire McDougall Lydia Moffat Kacymea Tahitu’a
Coaches:  Ange Asi / Jane McNaught	Urgently require a coach for this team

Rugby

5/6 YEAR OLDS Rippa	7/8 YEAR OLDS Blue	9/10 year olds	11/12 year olds
James Bremner Charlie Bremner Hamish Fowler Elias Fraser Stirling Heffernan David Kilgour Vilivea Tahitu’a Daniel Woodhouse Iverson Wylie-Taukolo	Sam Asi           Morgan Baillie Bronson Bartlett Liam Cameron Troy Chikowore Neight Fraser Magnus Heaphy Levi Heffernan Baxter Lewis Maddox Lough Cody Marshall Samuel McNaught Patrick Spillane Michael Woodhouse	Hotili Asi Max Fatafehi Campbell Fowler Corbin Fraser Toby Lewis Georgie McCarthy Sam McCarthy Ash McFarlane Fergus McMullan  Sam Keno Sebastian Spillane Matthew Woodhouse	Halalova Asi Lachlan Brookes Jack Cameron Kaleb Cant Taine Cooper Jacob Fowler Mannix Fraser Cody Haynes Cameron Mather Tyler Rawson Seth Sinclair Joseph Spillane Peleki Tangifolau Sebastian Whiston
Coach:  Scott Bremner	Coach:  Glynn Cameron	Coach: Josh Lewis	Coaches: Gary Whiston/Chris Cant
Practice – TBC	Practice – TBC	Practice – TBC	Practice –  TBC