Week 7, 24th November 2020, ISSUE 20

Catholic Education South Australia

From the Principal

Welcome to Week 7! I think everyone is wondering what else can possibly happen in 2020? Events of this year, and indeed the last week have put all of us into unknown territory yet again. Most amazingly, our staff and our children have shown an extraordinary resilience when faced with these challenges. Yesterday, the positive energy in the yard was palpable as children were able to reconnect with their friends, many of whom they thought they would not see for a few weeks to come. Our parent body have been most supportive and willing to ‘go with the flow’ as we moved to and from school in the last week. Your ongoing cooperation and understanding during these times has been greatly appreciated and I thank you all for your patience, positive mindset and the ability to work with us as these challenges are continually placed before us.

As we move into the final weeks of the school year some of our events will need to be reshaped to fit in with COVID guidelines from Catholic Education and SA Health. Notably, while we can still host a range of school events the number of adults present will need to be restricted. As example, this Friday we have our Blessing of The Cribs liturgy, relocated to the MPF so that all classes can be present. We are asking that a maximum of only one adult from each family join us for this liturgy to keep the numbers manageable. Our picnic day which was going to be celebrated at Morialta Conservation Park has now been cancelled and we will be hosting in-house activities with buddy classes after recess. We have booked a Music Show for the whole school for the afternoon.  Parents can be at school as per restrictions listed above for the liturgy but will not be able to join us for the rest of the day’s activities.

The End of Year Mass which also celebrates the Year 6 Graduation, will need to be re-shaped in order for it to go ahead. We are in the process of finalising a workable format so we can celebrate in a manner that still has meaning but still remains in keeping with SA Health and Catholic Education guidelines. We will do the best we can to keep these celebrations meaningful for our students and families. Your cooperation and understanding as we move forward in this space will be appreciated.

As we move closer to the Christmas season I ask for your prayers and best wishes for all those in our community who have been affected by COVID -19, either through employment, health or well-being. There are a number of families in our midst doing it tough at the moment and your prayers and active support for our brothers and sisters will be of great comfort to those in need.

Have a good week.

James Meiksans

 
 
 

Uniform Shop News

The school uniform shop is back up and running and open as per normal hours. The online shop home page has also been updated with all school holiday open hours.

Due to the current restrictions though ALL customer must make an appointment, this can be done via the online shop home page.

https://belgraviasportsonline.com.au/collections/st-francis-of-assisi-school

 

Netball and Basketball for 2021

NETBALL

Please find attached information regarding Summer season (Term 1)  netball at the MARS Sports Centre for Years 4-6. Netball at the MARS.

 If your child is in year 2 or 3 and would like to play netball at MARS please see this modified programme that The MARS Sports Centre is offering. MiniNetballers

 

BASKETBALL

Please find attached information regarding Season 1 Basketball at the ARC for Years 2 - 6. Basketball at the ARC.

 

Netball and Basketball registrations open on the QKR app Friday 13th Nov. All registrations must be via the QKR app only and to be in by  November 27th 2020. Teams will be registered in week 8.

 

 
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MARS Is running a Year 2/3 Netball programme on Wednesdays from 4pm - 4.40pm during Term time.

The program is run with the first half of the session focusing on skills and the 2nd half of the session a modified game.

If your child is interested in playing netball but needs to learn the game before joining a team please consider joining 'Mini Netballers" at MARS

The session is coached and run by MARS coaches.

The cost for this program is $5 a student and is paid at the MARS centre on the day.

 
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The Southern Cross Newsletter

Please follow the link to the latest edition of the Southern Cross Newsletter, 24/11/2020

 
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Calendar Dates

SCHOOL CALENDAR DATES TERM 4 2020

Week 7

  • Friday 27th November - Blessing of the Cribs

Week 8

  • Tuesday 1st December - Instrumental Evening - 6pm (details to be advised)
  • Friday 4th December - Community Prayer  in the Piazza 3MF

Week 9

  • Monday 7th December - Assembly 2.30pm 1/2G
  • Wednesday 9th December - End of Year Mass - 9.30am (details to be advised)
  • Wednesday 9th December - Year 6 Graduation Dinner
  • Thursday 10th December - Final Day for Rec - Yr 5 -  3.10 finish END OF TERM 4