Gospel Value for the Term
JOYFULNESS.....MATTHEW 28:7-8
"Go quickly now, and tell his disciples, ‘He has been raised from death, and now he is going to Galilee ahead of you; there you will see him!' Remember what I have told you." So they left the tomb in a hurry, afraid and yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples."
SPECIAL CHARACTER:
What a wonderful celebration we shared last Sunday. Congratulations again to all the children who made their First Communion. A very big apology to Samantha Megchelse and Charlotte Vickers who made their First Communion at St Joseph's Parish and I left their names out of the newsletter by mistake last week. Thank you to the families that shared this special day with us. There were 52% of our children at the Mass.
FIRST COMMUNION:
A message from the organisers of the children's Glasses for First Communion. The cost was incorrectly calculated so an extra $1.10 per child is required to cover costs. If you have not yet paid the total cost is $5.60. Please send the money in an envelope marked "FIRST COMMUNION GLASSES" to the school office. We will forward the money to the parent that purchased the glasses.
MASS IN SLOW MOTION:
You will notice there is a pamphlet about "Mass in Slow Motion" in with the newsletter this week. I spoke about this at mass last Sunday. It is a series of sessions that help us reflect on the Liturgy to form us and lead us to a fuller and deeper participation in the Mass. The sessions are run by Bishop Peter and three staff members from the Catholic Diocese in Palmerston North. Please see the pamphlet for details and ask me if you would like more information. We would love it if you could join us at what promises to be inspiring, interactive sessions.
PARENT INTERVIEWS:
Please see the insert for times for Parent Interviews which are being held 2nd & 3rd June. Please return your preference for day and times back to school as soon as possible. Interim reports will also be discussed and given out at interviews.
INTERSCHOOL:
Our second round of Interschool games are being held this coming Wednesday 12th May here at school at 1.15pm. Come along and support the children if you are able. Can players all please bring a plate of food to share.
MAORI CONSULTATION:
Just a reminder to parents of Maori children that our consultation is being held this coming Wednesday night at 7.30pm in the School Staffroom. You will have received invitations in the mail. If you haven't returned your notice and would like to come, could you ring the office please. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday evening.
SACRED HEART COOKBOOK:
SHGC recipe book ‘FROM THE HEART' for sale for $35. This is a school fundraiser for Sacred Heart and the recipes are all from students and teachers. Please contact Alex George if you wish to purchase one. 0277249748 or 7572934. I have one of these recipe books and they're great so I recommend it.
SOCCER UPDATE:
A very successful meeting was held last Wednesday with parents to decide which competition our soccer teams would be entered into. It was decided to stay with Taranaki Soccer. Further discussion is needed with the U13 Junior team who play at Girls High at 10.30am this Saturday 8 May. All parents need to be present following the game to make a decision on the future of this team.
ICAS EXAMS:
Just a reminder that entries for ICAS exams must be in by this coming Friday 14 May.
FIRST COMMUNION:
Last Sunday saw 17 of our St Pius pupils make their first communion. Everyone had a lovely day. A big thank you to everybody who helped make this day such a special one for the children and their families.
HOME AND SCHOOL NEWS:
FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHS:
Propix Photography have kindly sent us a cheque for $ 185.00 in appreciation of the families that ordered photos during our family portrait day. Thank you for supporting this event.
PIZZA & MUFTI DAY
Next Friday 14 May we will be having a Mufti Day and Pizza. Parents will be receiving a note home next Tuesday informing you of what Pizzas are available to order. Should you wish your child to have Pizza on Friday then please send them in with the correct money on Wednesday. We will also be holding a Mufti Day for a gold coin.
SPORTS RESULTS:
Soccer:
Knights 5-2 POD Ben D'Ath. Spurs 0-3 POD Robson Tarrant
Rockets 5-3 POD Anna Conley Young Guns 0-4 PODHamish Gibson
Jets 8-0 POD David Codd
Basketball:
Scorpians 48-20. POD Lachie Landreth.
Netball:
Flames 4-1 POD Molly Tarrant
From the sidelines.....The Knights Team was doing very well and were winning by the start of the second half. I had just subbed off one of the little players and she was standing next to me and leaned towards me and whispered "I think we are winning because we are Catholics"!!!! Lets hope that this power of faith carries us through the rest of the season!!!
JOYFULNESS.....MATTHEW 28:7-8
"Go quickly now, and tell his disciples, ‘He has been raised from death, and now he is going to Galilee ahead of you; there you will see him!' Remember what I have told you." So they left the tomb in a hurry, afraid and yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples."
SPECIAL CHARACTER:
What a wonderful celebration we shared last Sunday. Congratulations again to all the children who made their First Communion. A very big apology to Samantha Megchelse and Charlotte Vickers who made their First Communion at St Joseph's Parish and I left their names out of the newsletter by mistake last week. Thank you to the families that shared this special day with us. There were 52% of our children at the Mass.
FIRST COMMUNION:
A message from the organisers of the children's Glasses for First Communion. The cost was incorrectly calculated so an extra $1.10 per child is required to cover costs. If you have not yet paid the total cost is $5.60. Please send the money in an envelope marked "FIRST COMMUNION GLASSES" to the school office. We will forward the money to the parent that purchased the glasses.
MASS IN SLOW MOTION:
You will notice there is a pamphlet about "Mass in Slow Motion" in with the newsletter this week. I spoke about this at mass last Sunday. It is a series of sessions that help us reflect on the Liturgy to form us and lead us to a fuller and deeper participation in the Mass. The sessions are run by Bishop Peter and three staff members from the Catholic Diocese in Palmerston North. Please see the pamphlet for details and ask me if you would like more information. We would love it if you could join us at what promises to be inspiring, interactive sessions.
PARENT INTERVIEWS:
Please see the insert for times for Parent Interviews which are being held 2nd & 3rd June. Please return your preference for day and times back to school as soon as possible. Interim reports will also be discussed and given out at interviews.
INTERSCHOOL:
Our second round of Interschool games are being held this coming Wednesday 12th May here at school at 1.15pm. Come along and support the children if you are able. Can players all please bring a plate of food to share.
MAORI CONSULTATION:
Just a reminder to parents of Maori children that our consultation is being held this coming Wednesday night at 7.30pm in the School Staffroom. You will have received invitations in the mail. If you haven't returned your notice and would like to come, could you ring the office please. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday evening.
SACRED HEART COOKBOOK:
SHGC recipe book ‘FROM THE HEART' for sale for $35. This is a school fundraiser for Sacred Heart and the recipes are all from students and teachers. Please contact Alex George if you wish to purchase one. 0277249748 or 7572934. I have one of these recipe books and they're great so I recommend it.
SOCCER UPDATE:
A very successful meeting was held last Wednesday with parents to decide which competition our soccer teams would be entered into. It was decided to stay with Taranaki Soccer. Further discussion is needed with the U13 Junior team who play at Girls High at 10.30am this Saturday 8 May. All parents need to be present following the game to make a decision on the future of this team.
ICAS EXAMS:
Just a reminder that entries for ICAS exams must be in by this coming Friday 14 May.
FIRST COMMUNION:
Last Sunday saw 17 of our St Pius pupils make their first communion. Everyone had a lovely day. A big thank you to everybody who helped make this day such a special one for the children and their families.
HOME AND SCHOOL NEWS:
FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHS:
Propix Photography have kindly sent us a cheque for $ 185.00 in appreciation of the families that ordered photos during our family portrait day. Thank you for supporting this event.
PIZZA & MUFTI DAY
Next Friday 14 May we will be having a Mufti Day and Pizza. Parents will be receiving a note home next Tuesday informing you of what Pizzas are available to order. Should you wish your child to have Pizza on Friday then please send them in with the correct money on Wednesday. We will also be holding a Mufti Day for a gold coin.
SPORTS RESULTS:
Soccer:
Knights 5-2 POD Ben D'Ath. Spurs 0-3 POD Robson Tarrant
Rockets 5-3 POD Anna Conley Young Guns 0-4 PODHamish Gibson
Jets 8-0 POD David Codd
Basketball:
Scorpians 48-20. POD Lachie Landreth.
Netball:
Flames 4-1 POD Molly Tarrant
From the sidelines.....The Knights Team was doing very well and were winning by the start of the second half. I had just subbed off one of the little players and she was standing next to me and leaned towards me and whispered "I think we are winning because we are Catholics"!!!! Lets hope that this power of faith carries us through the rest of the season!!!
