Catholic Learning Community Of St John Xxiii

Uniform Shop Change of Trading hours for Term 4, 2018...........
The Uniform Shop will now only be open for normal trading each Monday and Friday from 8.15am-9.15am. This is due to Kindergarten and Year 7 2019 Uniform fitting appointments.
However, normal trading hours will continue on Wednesdays from 2.00pm-4.30pm.

We had a great start to learning this morning. Yr 12 English entry event simulating different Human Experiences, Yr 8 HSIE PBL Entry Event on Ecotourism. Every Lesson counts at Stanhope Gardens.

2019 Parramatta Diocesan Team Sport Trials-NOW OPEN FOR BASKETBALL AND TENNIS ONLY
Currently only the Summer Sports of BASKETBALL & TENNIS are open and registrations close on Wednesday 31st October as these trials will be held in November 2018.
All OTHER sport registrations will open in November for 2019 trials.
... Any Primary students enrolled in Year 5 and 6 in 2019 are invited to participate in the Parramatta Diocesan Team Sport Trials during Term Four in 2018 and Term One & Two in 2019. It is important to note that these trials are generally for those children who display an above average ability and/or have representative experience in their chosen sport. While teams are open in age it is strongly recommended that only children of a representative standard in Years 5 & 6 in 2019 be invited to attend.
Parramatta Diocesan trials will be held in the following sports: *AFL (B&G), Basketball (B&G), Cricket (B&G), Diving (B&G), Hockey (B&G), Football (B&G), Golf (B&G), Hockey (B&G), Netball (girls), Rugby League (11yrs & Opens), Rugby Union (boys), Softball (B&G), Tennis (B&G), & Touch(B&G). To be eligible for selection for these trials an Online Team Registration Form must be completed that can be accessed via the website www.primarysportparra.catholic.edu.au.
This online form is an EXPRESSION OF INTEREST for the 2019 Parramatta Diocesan Primary Sport Team trials. Parents may complete this form to attend a selection trial. One form is to be completed per child, per individual sport. Each sport has its own criteria therefore, it is imperative that the correct form is completed.
Please note that your online registration is an EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY and MUST be approved by the child's school. In order for the child to attend the nominated trial or event this may come down to the discretion of the school as to who is selected to attend the trial. In some sports only 2 students per school can be nominated. All fields and especially “Representative Experience” MUST be completed.
Under no circumstances will a child be eligible to trial if the Online Registration Form has not been completed and approved by the school by the closing date.
Detailed information can be found on the website:
www.primarysportparra.catholic.edu.au.
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League Tag Gala Day Postponed....
The rain has been lovely and its great to see the environment greener. This rain, unfortunately, has resulted in ground closures, therefore, the League Tag Gala Day scheduled for this Wednesday 17th October has been POSTPONED.
The rescheduled date for this Gala Day is Wednesday 21st November 2018.

Our space campers are having an amazing time, first dinner at Bubba Gump's, seeing the Space Shuttle Endeavour, enjoying the space shuttle simulator, Disney Land and Universal Studios!

International Cheer & Dance success....
Claire Zammit from Year 5 has been busy competing last weekend at the Australian International Championship in Cheer & Dance. Her team was successful in winning two Gold places from their routines. This required a lot of commitment, dedication and determination to these team events. Congratulations Claire!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️

NSW All Schools Athletics Championships...
A few of our St Mark’s talented sporting students represented at the 2018 NSW All Schools Athletics Championships last week.
We had Ella Young (14) competing in the Long Jump and Triple Jump. Sebastian Sultana (13) competing in the Long Jump, Triple Jump, 100m and 200m. Colby Martin (12) competing in the 200m and 80m Hurdles. Rachel Bardney (12) competing in the Shot Put, Discus, Javelin, Hammer Throw, Long Jump, Triple Jump and 80...m Hurdles.
There were many outstanding performances from our students, both Ella and Sebastian have qualified to represent NSW at the Australian All Schools championships in Cairns during early December and qualified for the Australian Juniors in March. Huge congratulations to all students for their individual achievements.
Ella placed 1st in the Long Jump with a jump of 5.36 metres and 2nd in the Triple Jump, jumping 11.10 metres.
Sebastian placed 14th in both the 100m and 200m, 6th in the Triple Jump and 2nd in the Long Jump.
Colby performed very well despite carrying an injury.
Rachel competed in the Hammer Throw, achieving a PB throw and placing 1st. 4th place in the Triple Jump, 1st place in Javelin and 1st place Shot Put. Her results in the Javelin have established a new NSW All Schools record. 1st place In Discus and 10th place in Long Jump. Rachel did a PB in 80m Hurdles placing 5th. A busy schedule for Rachel with outstanding individual results. 12 year olds do not qualify for selection to compete at Nationals but Rachel is looking forward to taking up the challenge next year!
Bravo to all these students for these outstanding results. 👏👏👏👏👏
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Farewell Year 12 2018..... Stay safe, strong and connected. You will always be part of our College family and as Dr Webster shared....... Congratulations! Today is your day. You’re off to great places... You’re off and away! You have brains in your head You have feet in your schools. You can steer yourself Any direction you choose And you will succeed? Yes! You will indeed! 98 and ¾% guaranteed So – Today is your day Your mountain is waiting. So get on your way!
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All families are reminded that school resumes for all students, K - 12, on Tuesday, 16th October 2018. Monday, 15th October is a Pupil Free Day (Staff Development Day)

Congratulations to Hannah Aoucha, Isabella Lee, Jade Lee and Caitlyn Morales who were recently cast in Spot On Productions' upcoming musical, Annie Jr! at the new Pioneer Theatre at Castle Hill, this coming November.

Space Camp USA….minus 6 days and counting
Under a week now till the 'St Mark’s 10’, the students destined for Space Camp USA will be flying out.
Preparations are drawing to a close. We are flight ready.... Our training has included team building exercises, high ropes course challenge, computer space shuttle simulations, astronomy night, trip safety. We will be embarking from the College at 4:45am next Wednesday for a trip of a lifetime. We promise to immerse ourselves and are incredibly appreciative of the opportunity that our parents and the College is providing us. Please wish us well.
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Year 9 & Year 11 Music Students.........their original compositions were recently performed and recorded professionally by #Translucent Duo at #westernsydneyu #unlimited.
Fantastic feedback & learning opportunities!

Parli Italiano? Our Year 8 students studying Italian do! Check out these lovely photos of our Year 8 Italia students sharing their Picture Book Projects and reading their stories to Year 2 students.

Wet Weather Pick Up Arrangements in place for today due to the rain... L-Z Kiss & Drop Closed. Primary Students can be collected directly from the classroom from 2.45 pm. Please move off the premises quickly to assist with congestion. We urge all students and parents to excercise caution and patience in the carpark, bus zone and dismissal areas. Despite the inconvenience, we thank God for the beautiful rain!

Kindy's Writing Stimulus from yesterday..... "What I want to be when I grow up....." What amazingly committed, enthusiastic and nurturing teachers our students have!

Kindy Celebrations are simply the best! Today Kindergarten are sharing their ideas about why their Kindy Teacher is a Super Hero!!

Year 11 Exploring Early Childhood Class working with Kindergarten and learning about volume.