17 June 2024
- Upcoming Events
- Term 2 - Week 8
- Term 2 - Week 9
- 2024 Important Dates
- From the Principal
- Staffing
- School Photos
- Religious Education & Catholic Life
- Awards
- Library
- SPB4L
- Wellbeing
- Sports
- Year 6 Fundraising Event
- Mini Vinnies Club
- Parents and Friends
- Music
- School Calendar Handy Hints
- Update your Details
- Canteen
- Out of School Hours Care (OSHC)
- Community Notices
Upcoming Events
Term 2 - Week 8
- Monday 17th June 2024
- Assembly led by KM
- Stage 2 Soccer Skills
- Mini Vinnies with Mrs Avinash @ Recess
- Tuesday 18th June 2024
- Year 6 Religious Education Test
- Choir with Mrs Sadler @ 8:35am
- SRC Committee / PR Committee meeting @ Recess
- Wednesday 19th June 2024
- Rugby Gala Day
- Guitar Group @ 11:00am - 11:40am
- Thursday 20th June 2024
Senior Band @ 7:50am-8:50am
Junior Band @ 11:00am - 11:40am
Alpha Retreat Day
- Friday 21st June 2024
Soccer Gala Day (Primary)
Agriculture Club with Mrs Angelucci @ Recess
Term 2 - Week 9
- Monday 24th June 2024
- Year 5 Goldfields excursion
- Assembly led by 6T
- Mini Vinnies with Mrs Avinash @ Recess
- Tuesday 25th June 2024
- Choir with Mrs Sadler @ 8:35am
- SRC Committee / PR Committee meeting @ Recess
- Wednesday 26th June 2024
- Guitar Group @ 11:00am - 11:40am
- Thursday 27th June 2024
Senior Band @ 7:50am-8:50am
Junior Band @ 11:00am - 11:40am
Alpha @ 12pm
- Friday 28th June 2024
Agriculture Club with Mrs Angelucci @ Recess
2024 Important Dates
- Friday 5th July 2024
- Last day of Term 2
More important dates listed here Website Calendar Link
For those with a Google Account the calendar can be added to your Google calendars for
easy access on your phone or device Google School Calendar Link
From the Principal
Question: What is Taylor Swift’s middle name?
With the trivia season in full swing in Bathurst, I encourage you to book a ticket for our Cathedral P&F Trivia Night. You may already have enough for a table of 10 amazing minds but if not, you can purchase individual tickets and be placed on a table. What a fabulous way to meet some new faces!
Our staff are still reeling from their substantial loss to our then Kindergarten (now Year 2) parent table so if trivia isn’t your thing then simply bring some nibbles and enjoy an evening of cheese and crackers while you observe the competitive mayhem!
Camille da Silva Tavares | Principal
Staffing
Last week we farewelled Mrs Abbie Bowman who began her maternity leave a little earlier than expected. We wish Abbie and Luke many blessings during this special time. Over the coming weeks 4BR will continue to be taught by Mrs Danielle Rice on Monday and Tuesday. During Terms Three and Four, Danielle will teach the class on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday with Mr James Church taking the class on Thursday and Friday. For the remainder of this term both James and Danielle will teach extra days where they can with our trusty casual staff filling any gaps.
Last week we welcomed Miss Olivia Basha who will be completing some casual work as a Teacher Assistant over the coming weeks. We also welcomed Miss Greta Porter who will be completing some work as a casual classroom teacher.
School Photos
School Photos Orders - Shoot Key Details
Photo Shoot Keys are being sent home with your child on Wednesday 19 June 2024.
Online ordering starts Thursday 20 June 2024
Online ordering ends Thursday 4 July 2024
Religious Education & Catholic Life
Year 6 Religious Education Test
This Tuesday, our senior students will join other Year 6 students across the diocese in participating in the annual Religious Education Test, facilitated by the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst. This assessment aims to evaluate the religious literacy of our students, covering various areas of the Religious Education Curriculum and Catholic Life. The results will inform both our school and the broader educational system about current and future priorities in Religious Education, as well as guide teaching and learning practices at all levels.
Students will be specifically assessed in areas including Prayer, Doctrine, Scripture, and Service, based on units taught from Year 2 onwards. The test also encompasses important faith practices, knowledge, and skills, emphasising our collective responsibility as parents and educators in the faith of children. We wish our students the best and hope their progress reflects all their hard work in Religious Education and Catholic Life throughout their primary schooling, especially leading up to Year 6.
Stage Masses
We are excited to be recommencing these celebrations this term. Last Thursday Early Stage 1 & Stage 1 came together to celebrate Mass together. These smaller gatherings allow us to focus more closely on the meanings and significance behind many of the special rituals and actions of the Mass.
Thank you for your flexibility around some recent schedule changes with our Stage Masses due to a number of extenuating circumstances. The Community (Google) Calendar will reflect the most recent changes to school events, including those associated with Religious Education and the Catholic Life of Cathedral School.
RISE!
RISE is for young people in Years 6 to 9 (anyone in Years 10-12 can be involved as Youth Team members).
A festival full of fun, friendship, small group challenges, workshops, games, music and lots of opportunities to encounter Jesus. Don't miss the chance to be part of something that changes lives and it's great fun!
RISE will be held in Bathurst during the school holidays on the 11th and 12th July in Bathurst. Register HERE!
Last Friday we were lucky enough to participate in an online presentation with other schools and youth ministers from around our diocese. Deacon Josh and his amazing team of youth ministers shared additional information and highlights about this year’s Rise! My highlight was confirmation that Cathedral School is privileged to be the host location for the daytime components of the festival this year. Many of our Year 6’s are excited to not only participate in Rise but to be proud hosts and ambassadors for Cathedral School!
Sacramental Program:
It has been wonderful to hear about many of our students receiving sacraments through Parish Masses recently. Please email a photo through to me if you wish to have this celebrated in the school newsletter. We kindly request that names are not visible in the provided photograph
Information on First Penance, First Holy Communion and Confirmation and how the parish based, but school supported, Sacramental Program will function this year was provided last term via grade overviews, school and the parish information session. Please speak to your child’s teacher or myself if you require further information about registrations.
Monday Liturgy & Assembly:
Please join us each week between 9:00 and 9:30 am as we pray together and acknowledge the achievements of those in our school community. Classes, Grades and Committees each take responsibility for leading these celebrations and it is a wonderful way to find out all of the special things happening inside and outside of our learning spaces.
Our Parish
We are proud to be an important part of the Cathedral Parish of Ss Michael & John. Please follow this link for more information about the many formation opportunities, ministries and other ways that you can participate in the life of our parish.
Coming up:
8 | 16 JUNE | Mon 17/6: Gospel Reflection & Assembly (9:00 -9:30 am -Hall) -led by KM |
9 | 23 JUNE | Mon 24/6: Gospel Reflection & Assembly (9:00 -9:30 am -Hall) -Led by 6T |
10 | 30 JUNE | Mon 1/7 - Wed 3/7 : Christian Living Camp (Year 6) @Lake Burrendong |
Ashley Boylan | Religious Education Coordinator
Awards
| Student of the Week | Bookwork Awards - Science | Infants Sports Awards |
KA: William | KA: Alfred and Juliana KM: Molemo and Frankie | KA: Henry and Mckenzie |
| SPB4L | ||
Delany: Trisha and Paige-Ellen |
Library
Did you know every child in our school has access to a reading app called Sora? Happy reading! |
Merryn Sadler | Teacher Librarian
SPB4L
We thank our students for their input last week around our opportunities for acknowledgement at Cathedral. Topping the student feedback was how grateful they were that their parents now knew when they would be receiving an award along with the request to have more free play included in our reward system. This feedback will now move to our SPB4L Committee and then be fed back to families through our P&F.
This week, our students focus on the three areas of acknowledgement that they can support within the school.
- Acknowledging the contributions of others by listening in class. This includes raising their hand to contribute so that all have the opportunity to respond.
- Clapping respectfully when another student receives an award or presents a performance or response.
- Shaking hands with members of the other team when playing sport (even if they lose the match).
SPB4L Committee
Wellbeing
Breakfast Club
Please contact Alana in the canteen on 0417 044 116 if you would like to be included in the morning breakfast roster. Food is served from 8:30-9:00am.
If you could spare some time at drop off it would be greatly appreciated.
This program is voluntary and only students presenting to the canteen will be given breakfast. Please contact the school if you would like to opt your child out of this program as all students who present to the canteen will be given breakfast unless instructed otherwise.
Alice Gallagher | Wellbeing Teacher
Sports
Community Sport Site
Our Diocesan sports coordinator Mr Steve Maguire has created a Community Sport Site (has reports from events) for parents, families & teachers which can be accessed to assist with Diocesan Sports pathways. You may like to bookmark this site for reference:
https://sites.google.com/bth.catholic.edu.au/cedbsportcommunity/home
Abbie Bowman | Primary Coordinator
Year 6 Fundraising Event
Celebrate the End of Term with Winter Woolies Day!
As the winter holidays approach, the Year 6 Fundraising Committee is excited to announce our upcoming Winter Woolies Day! For a gold coin donation, your child can cozy up by adding a warm and snuggly item to their school uniform for the day. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to express their unique style and stay warm in their favorite winter gear.
Whether it's an oodie, a beloved hoodie, a special jumper, or a unique beanie, scarf, or pair of gloves, we encourage all students to participate and get creative. Your contributions will support our Year 6 fundraising efforts and help spread some holiday cheer.
Friday 5th July - Join us in celebrating the season and showing off your winter woolies!
Thank you for your support and participation!
Mini Vinnies Club
Mini Vinnies Donations Day and Knit-In
This term at Cathedral, the Mini Vinnies Club has recommenced and students have been meeting each week to discuss ways to help others.
In particular, the students have been learning to knit, in preparation for our charity Knit-In.
On Friday 28th June, we are asking for your support a few different ways. Firstly, we will be collecting any warm winter goods you may have that no longer fit and are still in good condition eg. Coats, jumpers, blankets, boots, and hats. These can be dropped into the school hall throughout the day, starting at 8.30am. Secondly, we are holding a charity knit-in with the Mini Vinnies members inviting any willing members of the school and parish community to help knit scarves or beanies. Please call the school office to register if you can attend on the day, starting at 12pm with a brief induction. We are also looking for anyone who is able to sponsor the Mini Vinnies club and make a donation, as we would be very grateful for your help. A QR code has been provided below or you may also find the link on the school facebook page. All funds go directly to the local region.
We have also collaborated with our Cathedral Agriculture Club who have grown fresh produce this term which will be made into delicious food to serve our guest volunteers on the day.
Congratulations to all Mini Vinnies and Agriculture Club members on your great commitment to this worthy cause. We look forward to a successful Knit-In and donations day in Week 9.
Mrs Avinash | Mini Vinnies School Coordinator
Mini Vinnies Winter Appeal Knit-In
Friday 28th June Cathedral Mother Ignatius Croke Hall
Order of Events
8.30am – Donations of Winter goods can start being dropped at the school Hall.
12pm – Induction for guests / volunteers in the Cathedral Hall, led by Mrs Camille Tavares (Principal)
12.30pm – Lunch for volunteers hosted and prepared by Cathedral Agriculture Club
1pm – Official Welcome and Prayer
1.10 – Knitting Begins
2.40 – Afternoon Tea is served for volunteers and children
3pm – Close of the Knit-In
Parents and Friends
Next P&F Meeting: Wednesday 3rd July 5:30pm - School Library
Everyone is invited to attend our monthly P&F meetings, which are held on the first Wednesday of each school month at 5:30pm in the Library.
There is NO PRESSURE to attend every meeting or volunteer bucketloads of time - the P&F is a great resource to keep track of what’s happening at school and connect with other parents, caregivers and school staff.
For those who cannot attend in person, we have a zoom link, if you would like to join from home!
https://bthcatholic.zoom.us/j62675200979?pwd=duYyV3M2MvdoTVVjclRKZE5jdnlMdzo9
ID:62675200979@zmau.us
Password: 106688
TRIVIA NIGHT 28th June 6pm for 6.30pm start
The whole community is invited and welcome, this event is open to EVERYONE, not just school families! Get your brains trust together and grab your tickets today! If you need help finding a table please let us know, we already have people waiting to join a table.
Visit http://www.123tix.com.au/.../cathedral-pf-trivia-night-2024
or scan the QR code on the flyer to buy your ticket now!
Bring gold coins and cash for buying answers and playing additional games on the night. BYO nibbles and drinks.
We hope you can join us!
Melissa Bray | P & F Publicity
Music
Cathedral School Ensemble Times & Days:
- School Choir Tuesdays at 8:35am
- Guitar Group Wednesdays at Recess
- Concert Band Thursdays at 7:50am
- Junior Band Thursdays at Recess
If your child is interested in participating in any of these groups please feel free to contact me chris_dove_trumpet@hotmail.com
Chris Dove | Band Director
School Calendar Handy Hints
For those who are not familiar with Google Calendar an easy way to keep up to date with the school calendar is to check the school website. Here is the link that will take you straight to the Calendar section of the site where the calendar can be displayed by month. If you click on the event more details (if confirmed) will be available for the event.
Most end of year events and special celebrations have already been added to the calendar and all
other events appear as soon as we can confirm the details. Website Calendar Link
For those with a Google Account the calendar can be added to your Google calendars for easy access
on your phone or device. Google School Calendar Link
Update your Details
Update your email, phone number, address, your child’s medical details or emergency contacts by emailing the information to cathedral@bth.catholic.edu.au
Canteen
Canteen Roster Term 2 2024
Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
June 26th | June 27th | June 28th |
July 3rd | July 4th | July 5th |
June 19th | June 20th | June 21st |
The Canteen is open on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
We are in need of helpers in the Canteen on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.
For the canteen to run smoothly 3 volunteers are essential.
Please contact Alana Watson on 0417 044 116 if you would like to be included in the canteen roster,
any time offered is welcomed.
Thank you to all our friends and family for all your ongoing support of the Cathedral Canteen.
Out of School Hours Care (OSHC)
Community Notices
Bathurst Bus Lines - School Bus Tracking App
The school bus tracking app is available for parents to download on their phone and track their child's bus in real time. This might alleviate some of the anxiety related to putting students on the bus. Please see instructions below.
Parents requiring any bus pass or general bus travel information are welcome to contact our office and we will be able to discuss their needs accordingly.
If you have any queries please contact us on 6331 2744
Kind regards,
Carolyn
Bathurst Bus Lines
The new Active and Creative Kids voucher is now available, helping to make activities more affordable for eligible NSW families.
Parents, guardians and carers of eligible school-aged children will be able to use two $50 vouchers per calendar year.
About the new program
- Vouchers are available to those receiving Family Tax Benefit Part A, or Family Tax Benefit Part B, or both.
- Vouchers can be downloaded as a QR code and used toward either an eligible physical or creative activity.
- The $50 vouchers will be issued in school term 1 and school term 3.
- Vouchers must be redeemed before their expiry date.
For more information, visit Active and Creative Kids.
