16th June 2025

Term 2 - Week 8

• Monday 16th June 2025
  • Choir with Mrs Sadler @ 8.35am
  • Gospel Reflection & Assembly 1W @ 9.10am (Friends and Family Welcome)
• Tuesday 17th June 2025
  
  • Mini Vinnies @ Recess 
• Wednesday 18th June 2025
  
  • Teddy Bear’s Picnic - Pre Kindy and Year 4 @ 9.30-10.45am Mother Ignatius Croke Hall
  • Guitar Group @ 11.00-11.40am (Early recess in classroom at 10.50am)
  • Year 2 Ukulele Group @ 1.10pm
  • Voiceology @ 1.30pm
  • Didgeridoo Group @ 1.40pm
    
• Thursday 19th June 2025
  • Senior Band @ 7.50-8.50am 
  • Junior Band @ 11.00-11.40am (Early recess in classroom at 10.50am)
    
• Friday 20th June 2025
  
  • Soccer Gala Day - Proctor Park Bathurst
  • Family PJ Movie Night - 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start in the Mother Ignatius Croke Hall

Term 2 - Week 9

• Monday 23rd June 2025
  
  • Choir with Mrs Sadler @ 8.35am
  • Gospel Reflection & Assembly Y3 @ 9.10am (Friends and Family Welcome)
    
• Tuesday 24th June 2025
  
  • Mini Vinnies @ Recess
    
• Wednesday 25th June 2025
  
  • Guitar Group @ 11.00-11.40am (Early recess in classroom at 10.50am)
  • Year 2 Ukulele Group @ 1.10pm
  • Voiceology Group @ 1.30pm
  • Didgeridoo Group @ 1.40pm
    
  • 2025 Bathurst City & RSL Band Association Concert for Junior & Senior band @ BMEC 5.45-8.30pm
• Thursday 26th June 2025
  
  • Senior Band @ 7.50-8.50am 
  • Band @ 11.00-11.40am (Early recess in classroom at 10.50am)
    
• Friday 27th June 2025
  

Important Dates

From the Principal

I remember thinking more than once that perhaps banning lunchtime sport could be the solution to behavioural challenges both on the playground and in the classroom. Imagine the peace and tranquility of a school where schoolyard disagreements were non-existent! 

As a parent, I have wondered (more than once!), if instead of dealing with the disappointment that emerges from weekend sport,  (a missed tackle, a full game playing GK or losing the most important match of the season) might it be better to redirect our children to an individual pursuit or even better, a non competitive hobby!

For many of us, our afternoons and weekends are spent on the sideline of sporting matches. For most of our students, recess and lunch breaks also consist of team sports and games. These opportunities are pitched to the children as a time of fun, of healthy competition but we actually know their true worth… that they are much more than this. 

They are the outdoor learning spaces that all children require. They challenge our children to improve their skills but to be kind to those who are still developing theirs. They challenge our children to aim for glory but to promote humility in both the wins and the losses. They teach us parents that a heavy heart on the sideline is ok, that we can’t protect our kids from feeling disappointment or frustration. They teach us that all of our children deserve the opportunity to learn. 

As we celebrated in our church the feast of the Holy Trinity, Pope Leo took the opportunity to preach on the importance of sport in our society and the place it has in teaching us as we come to understand the strength of our humanity and the presence of Jesus’ love on the sporting fields and in our playground. An article from Vatican news is below summarising Pope Leo’s words. 

As we continue through the winter sporting season may we all remember that our children are learning; that they require boundaries, guidance and also the space to make mistakes. May we, as parents and educators continue to acknowledge the importance of sport and pray for the courage, patience and gentleness as we journey alongside our children.   

Pope Leo on Jubilee of Sport: No one is born a champion or saint
On the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, the Pope closes the Jubilee of Sport with a Mass, reminding everyone that sports can be a “means of reconciliation and encounter.”   By Kielce Gussie - An article from Vatican News

In St. Peter’s Basilica in front of thousands of athletes of all levels, backgrounds and sports, Pope Leo XIV presided over Mass to close the Jubilee of Sport and celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity.

In his homily, the Pope reflected on how “unusual” the connection between the Trinity and sport might seem. However, he pointed out that since every good human activity reflects God’s infinite beauty in some way, “sport is certainly one of these.”

Sports, Pope Leo continued, can help us encounter God because they challenge “us to relate to others and with others, not only outwardly but also, and above all, interiorly.” If not, sport becomes “nothing more than an empty competition of inflated egos.”

Sports require giving
At sporting events the Italian word spectators use to cheer on athletes is “dai”, which literally means “to give”. The Pope urged everyone to reflect on this. Sports are more than just about physical achievements, he argued. They require athletes to give of themselves for others – “for our personal improvement, for our athletic supporters, for our loved ones, our coaches and colleagues, for the greater public, and even for our opponents.”

As Pope St. John Paul II, an athlete himself, said, “Sport is joy of life, a game, a celebration. It must be fostered by “by recovering its sheer gratuity, its ability to forge bonds of friendship, to encourage dialogue and openness towards others.”

Solitude, digital and competitive society
Pope Leo then suggested three things that make sport a good way of developing human and Christian values: solitude, digital society, and competitive society.

First, solitude overwhelmingly marks our society as the emphasis has shifted from “us” to “me”. This has led to a decreasing concern for others. Yet, sports may offer a solution to this deficit. The Pope highlighted how sports teach the value of working together and sharing.

Consequently, sports can “become an important means of reconciliation and encounter: between peoples and within communities, schools, workplaces and families.”

Turning to the ever-growing digital society we face each day, Pope Leo stressed that sports can help counter the effects of technology that can divide people. They offer an alternative to virtual worlds and help “preserve a healthy contact with nature and with real life, where genuine love is experienced.”

The third aspect is the competitive society, which seems to only champion the strong. Sports, on the other hand, can teach us how to lose. They force us to “confront one of the deepest truths of our human condition: our fragility, our limitations and our imperfections.” This is essential as it is through these experiences that our hearts open to hope.

Pope Leo tore down the idea that athletes who never lose or make mistakes exist. “Champions are not perfectly functioning machines, but real men and women, who, when they fall, find the courage to get back on their feet”, he explained.

“No one is born a champion”
Pope John Paul II was not the only saint to be an athlete. Sports have played an important role in the lives of numerous modern-day saints – “both as a personal discipline and as a means of evangelization.”

Pope Leo remembered Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, the patron saint of athletes, who will be canonized on September 7 this year. He pointed out that Frassati’s life shows us that “no one is born a champion, no one is born a saint.” It is a daily training and takes us one step closer to our final championship.

Closing, Pope Leo XIV challenged the athletes present with a mission: “to reflect in all your activities the love of the Triune God, for your own good and for that of your brothers and sisters.” Urging them to entrust themselves to Mary, who will help guide them towards the “greatest victory of all: the prize of eternal life.”

Our Newsletter will be published fortnightly in 2025 and we encourage you to access the Google Cathedral Community Calendar so that you can stay current with school dates and celebrations. 

Camille Tavares   | Principal

Staffing

Miss Paige Ryan has been a beautiful asset to our school but is now heading off on a new adventure. Paige will finish up at the end of this term. Recruitment for this position has begun and we will advise you of our replacement PDHPE teacher as soon as we can. 

Scheduled Leave

In the coming weeks we have a number of teachers on leave. The following will be in place during this time. We are so grateful for the wonderful support and expertise of our part time and casual teachers. While we will miss out teachers who are away, we know their classes will be in great hands in their absence. 

Miss Esther Inwood - leave from 19th June - 1st August replaced by Mrs Kerry Cashen 
Mr Ashley Boylan - leave from 23rd June - 25th July  replaced by Mrs Sonika Lata
Ms Deidre McGregor - leave from 30th June - 1st August replaced by Mrs Alice Gallagher
Mrs Carolyn Wood - leave from 30th June- 29th August replaced by Mr Stephen Ranger
Mrs Anna Clayton leave from 21st July - 31st July replaced by Mrs Katrina Whitehead & Louise Condon on Thursdays

Classroom teachers will prepare their students for these changes as they approach the time of their leave. 

Mrs Julia Baird will be acting in the position of Religious Education Coordinator while Ashley is on leave.

Teaching and Learning

Finding Her Voice - Student Excels in Public Speaking

We are proud to celebrate the achievements of Perrie (Year 3), who recently represented our school at the Country Women’s Association Public Speaking Competition. Demonstrating confidence, clarity, and outstanding communication skills, Perrie has advanced to the next stage and will now compete in the Inter Group Public Speaking Competition, to be held in Orange on June 23. 

In preparation for this next venture, Perrie will begin crafting a brand-new speech, drawing on persuasive techniques and structured planning aligned with the NSW English syllabus outcomes. Opportunities such as these foster essential 21st-century skills—including critical thinking, resilience, and public confidence—and reflect our commitment to providing students with real-world learning experiences.

We wish Perrie every success as she prepares for this exciting next step.

Lifelong Learners: Staff Sharpen their Skills Through Professional Learning
Over the past fortnight, our teaching staff have actively participated in a series of targeted professional learning sessions designed to strengthen pedagogical practices and support improved student outcomes across the school.

Professional learning is central to our commitment to evidence-based teaching and ongoing teacher growth. Through structured workshops and collaborative planning, staff explored strategies to enhance classroom instruction, assessment, and student engagement. Sessions were delivered both during dedicated team times and through voluntary after-hours learning - demonstrating our teachers’ dedication to professional excellence.

Workshops included:

• Explicit and Systematic Teaching of Phonics in K-2 Classrooms
• Planning a Cycle of Writing using Evidence-based practices (K-6)
• Essential Assessment in Mathematics
• Making Accurate Grade Judgements and the Moderation Process
• Maximising Interactive Screens in the Classroom
• Preparing School Liturgies and the Mass
• The Behaviour Commandments: Running the Room
• Number Talks in Mathematics

These professional learning opportunities are aligned with our whole-school improvement goals and the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, ensuring that every child benefits from high-impact, contemporary teaching practice.

Reporting: Tracking Student Growth with Purpose
This term, our teachers have been meticulously gathering and analysing assessment data across all Key Learning Areas, marking the crucial first step in the Semester One report writing process. By carefully tracking your child’s learning journey throughout Terms 1 and 2, teachers are able to develop a comprehensive understanding of each student’s strengths, areas for growth, and overall academic development.

Our Semester One Reports provide a clear and meaningful overview of your child’s achievement, reflecting progress made over the reporting period rather than a snapshot in time. This approach aligns with best practice in educational assessment, enabling parents and caregivers to gain valuable insights into how their child is performing across different subjects and learning domains.

Student reports are developed using the A to E grade scale that summarises the standard (or quality) of achievement associated with each grade. The scale describes:

• the depth of knowledge and understanding and
• the range of skills that students working at that standard typically show.

A - The student has an extensive knowledge and understanding of the content and can readily apply this knowledge. In addition, the student has achieved a very high level of competence in the processes and skills and can apply these skills to new situations.

B - The student has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the content and a high level of competence in the processes and skills. In addition, the student is able to apply this knowledge and these skills to most situations.

C - The student has a sound knowledge and understanding of the main areas of content and has achieved an adequate level of competence in the processes and skills.

D - The student has a basic knowledge and understanding of the content and has achieved a limited level of competence in the processes and skills.

E - The student has an elementary knowledge and understanding in few areas of the content and has achieved very limited competence in some of the processes and skills.

We look forward to sharing these detailed reports with you soon, as part of our ongoing partnership to support every student’s learning and success.

Catherine O’Neill   | Assistant Principal

EAL/D

LanguageLift

This year at Cathedral School we have begun implementing the LanguageLift oral language program. LanguageLift is an evidence-based tier 2 intervention program developed by MultiLit, which aims to develop the language skills of young school-aged children. The LanguageLift program focuses on developing vocabulary knowledge, grammatical knowledge and contextual and text structure knowledge. This year we are running LanguageLift in small groups across Kindergarten and Year 1. This term, our students have been learning about actions our bodies do and different foods.

Charlotte Whitmore | EALD Teacher

Awards

Religious Education & Catholic Life

Parish Mass
Thank you to the students and staff who attended last Saturday evening’s Parish Mass.
Your participation helped support a meaningful celebration for our community. We’d especially like to acknowledge those involved in the music ministry, including former Cathedral students now at MacKillop College and St Stanislaus’ College. It was great to have you leading the music ministry and contributing so meaningfully to the liturgy. Your time and effort are genuinely appreciated and we acknowledge  those involved in your ongoing music and faith formation.

Year 6 Diocesan Religious Education Test 
This Wednesday Year 6 will join all other students from across the diocese to participate in this annual CEDB Test to ascertain their level of ‘Religious Literacy’.  Student knowledge around Catholic Doctrine and Traditions from Years 2-6 content is used in the assessment process.

Voices of Grace 
We thank the students from our school who are part of Voices of Grace. Their involvement in this diocesan music ministry is a valued expression of faith and service, and we are proud of the way they represent our school community. Your contribution to the music ministry continues to make a real impact, and the feedback—particularly from the Catholic Schools’ Week  Mass—has been overwhelmingly positive.

Voices of Grace is a special initiative that brings together student musicians and singers from across the six Bathurst Catholic Schools. It includes members from our own Cathedral Elective Choir, Liturgy & Worship Committee and some other Ensembles. It has been especially heartening to see former Cathedral students from MacKillop and Stannies’ returning to share their gifts as part of this vibrant group.

On behalf of Mr Hughes, you are warmly invited to assist with music ministry at the 10:00 am Mass on Sunday, 22nd June at the Cathedral of St Michael and St John, Bathurst, as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi).

A Eucharistic Procession will follow the Mass, and we need musicians and singers to support this important part of the celebration. Following the procession, there will also be Benediction and a morning tea to farewell Fr Thao, and we would love for you to attend this special occasion.

A rehearsal will be held on Thursday, June 19th, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. in the Cathedral School Hall.

Monday Liturgy & Assembly:
Please join us each week between 9:00 and 9:30 am as we pray together and acknowledge the achievements 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. Families are invited to enjoy a cuppa from 8:30am in the hall before the commencement of the assembly.

Sacramental Program
A reminder that parents in Years 2-6 can now approach the Parish Office for the relevant sacrament as all class preparation requirements have been completed. Year 2 - First Penance, Year 3, 4 and 5 First Holy Communion and Year 6 (Confirmation).  As always please feel welcome to contact your child’s teacher, or myself if you require any further information.   Please email cathedral@bth.catholic.edu.au with a photo of your child at their Sacramental Celebration of First Holy Communion & Confirmation if you would like it featured in the newsletter. 

We are unable to publish photographs where students’ names are visible or publish any images from First Penance.

IN OUR PARISH
We are proud to be an important part of the Cathedral Parish of Ss Michael & John.   For information about our parish please click here. This includes Mass Times, Ministries, Sacraments and current edition and archived stories from the Catholic Observer and Parish Bulletin.

Coming Up
Please always reference the School Community Calendar for the latest event details and changes:

Ashley Boylan | Religious Education Coordinator

Class in Focus 2MG

2MG has been buzzing with energy and learning this term!

In writing, students have been engaged in informative lessons about Seals, using the ‘Gap to Got It’ scaffold to build their ideas from simple sentences to paragraphs. Everyone enjoyed learning amazing facts, and how to further improve on their writing, and then sharing their work with pride!

In Digital Technologies, students have been coding creatively with Scratch Jr, designing animations and learning how to sequence commands to bring their knowledge about the Water Cycle to life. We have also been using Chromebooks to access our Essential Assessment tools online, helping students practise key skills in Mathematics.  

To support our focus and wellbeing, we’ve been exploring a variety of brain breaks using classical music and mind maps. These short moments of calm and creativity are helping us reset and refocus between lessons.

Keep up the amazing work, 2MG – we’re so proud of all you’re achieving!

Mrs Deirdre McGregor & Mrs Alice Gallager  |  Teacher

Class In Focus 5C

Year 5’s Adventures!

Wow! Term 2 has been bursting with fun and exciting experiences for Year 5C!

One of our highlights was our Pre-Confirmation Retreat at Stannies, where we joined other Year 5 Confirmation candidates from across Bathurst. We spent the day praying, playing, and exploring our faith together, guided by the inspiring Year 10 leaders from Stannies and MacKillop College. Through games, stories, and group activities, we discovered more about the Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the importance of the Sacrament of Confirmation. It was a powerful, fun-filled day that brought us closer to God and one another — a truly awesome experience!

In Week 4, we also attended the exciting Year 5 Experience Day. The boys headed to Stannies with Mrs Angelucci, and the girls went to MacKillop with Mrs Clayton. It was a sneak peek into high school life — and it did not disappoint! We jumped into hands-on lessons in music, drama, geography, metal work, PE and math's, and got a real taste of what’s ahead of us in high school. It was an enjoyable day! 

In class, our imaginations have been hard at work learning about text structure and exploring figurative language to breathe life into our stories. From similes that sparkle to metaphors that paint vivid pictures, we’re discovering how words can dance across the page and bring our ideas to life. One of our favourites is personification — giving everyday objects voices and feelings that make our writing truly shine. 

And as always, we have loved spending time with our Kinder buddies, especially reading with them and doing craft activities during National Simultaneous reading day.

Term 2 has definitely been one to remember — packed with learning, laughter, faith, and fun! 

  Mrs Anna Clayton | 5C Teacher

Class in Focus 6LB

6LB had an exceptional start to Term 2 as leaders of the school, setting exemplary standards for their peers and actively participating in a variety of organized activities. This term, they have demonstrated remarkable skills while exploring the science unit “Energy on the Move” through engaging experiments such as the “bouncy ball” activity, which fostered curiosity and creativity. The students responded with insightful questions and proposed innovative methods to test the bounce.

Additionally, during the “balloon experiment,” the students exhibited great enthusiasm, eagerly engaging with the activity and demonstrating a strong curiosity about the underlying scientific principles. As budding researchers, Year 6LB also exemplified commendable leadership by assisting their Year 1W buddies, showcasing exemplary teamwork while supporting them in completing the “Truck Cat” activities and reading books with an emphasis on phonetic sounds.

Expanding their horizons beyond their buddies, the students participated in the “Together for Humanity” workshop, where they learned various strategies for living harmoniously and respecting the diversity of our community. Throughout the term, their momentum continued as they actively engaged in Wiradjuri lessons led by Aunty Karen. These lessons involved drama, collaborative class discussions, awareness-raising activities, quizzes, and oral presentations, all contributing to a deeper cultural understanding.

Mrs Sonika Lata & Mr Ashley Boylan  | 6LB Teachers

Year 5 Goldfields Excursion 2025

On Friday the 13th of June, year five travelled by bus up to Mount Panorama (Wahluu) for a fun filled day at the Bathurst Goldfields.

When we arrived, we met our tour guide, Gary. Gary showed us a hut-like cave where the miners would eat and sleep. They had very simple living conditions. Gary then explained the difference between how people of wealth had more clothing, amenities and gold panning supplies than that of their poorer fellow gold miners.

We then went outside and met Captain Morgan. Captain Morgan showed us how steam locomotives work and move. He also taught us about the stamp mill that miners used to crush quartz. 

Gary then took us to a place where a Blacksmith would work. He showed us how a Blacksmith created metal tools and utensils with a fire and a bellow.

After that, Gary showed us an old Chinese temple and told us how the Chinese men were poorly treated when they came to Australia to mine for gold.

We then went and panned for gold! Gary showed us some good techniques that would help us find gold.  Some of us came away lucky but others did not.

Later that day, Gary introduced us to Miss Sarah who showed us what a real gold miners cottage would look like. This reminded me of when we built our colonial houses in term 1.

Miss Sarah and year 5 all made a damper over the fire, which we all enjoyed very much.

Gary then showed us how to make a mud brick, which was such an interesting lesson because these were the bricks they used to build houses back in the 1800s.

Mrs Angelucci then showed us how to play old fashioned games that the children of the miners used to play. These included tug of war, horseshoes and others.

Finally, we had a competition of who could set up a tent and display a campfire the fastest and also the best. We all had heaps of fun doing this.

At the end of the day, we took the bus back to school and finished what was a great week with some games.

After today, I can definitely say that the Bathurst Goldfields is an educational place with lots of fun games and activities to do for everyone!

First hand recount of the day written by Benji Naylor 5C

"Today's Class, Tomorrow's Impact" by 6LB

LITERATURE
This term, we’ve been diving into a wide range of texts, both long and short, exploring how authors and illustrators cleverly layer surface and deeper meanings in their work. By taking inspiration from these writers, we’ve been improving our own writing and deepening our understanding through tools like GAP to GOT IT+. These strategies are helping us become more thoughtful readers and creative writers.

WRITING
In 6LB, we’ve been working hard to write beyond the surface — digging into the deeper meanings in our stories and texts. Exploring different forms of literature has helped us grow as writers, both individually and in groups. Whether writing independently or collaborating, we’ve been challenging ourselves to take our writing to the next level.

CULTURE OF WELCOME
We sadly said goodbye to our kind and thoughtful friend Duc, who has returned to Vietnam. We’ll miss his quiet strength, his soccer skills (he’s the G.O.A.T. in our eyes!), and his friendly nature. Having Duc in our class reminded us how important it is to welcome new people, new ideas, and new perspectives. His time with us made our classroom a better place.

Each Thursday, we’re joined by Aunty Karen for Indigenous lessons. She’s helping us understand how Indigenous people lived and sustained their food and culture for thousands of years. These lessons connect us deeply to the land and its first people.

FAITH
In 6LB, many of us are preparing to make the Sacrament of Confirmation. We’re learning what it means to live as young adult Christians and walk in Jesus’ footsteps. Confirmation classes helped us to reflect on the gifts of the Holy Spirit and how we can use them to guide our choices that is like being brave when something is hard, forgiving when someone makes a mistake, or standing up for someone who needs a friend.

CONFIDENCE AS LEARNERS
Our confidence as learners has grown enormously. With support from our amazing co-teachers, we’re becoming braver, more curious, and more willing to take on challenges. We're one step closer every day to becoming the best learners we can be — now and in the future.

MISCELLANEOUS TALENTS
6LB is full of talent! Many of our students are part of the Junior and Senior Bands or take music lessons. Others are budding authors, illustrators, mathematicians, actors, and even future Olympians. We’re proud of our individual and group talents — and love inspiring our younger peers.

FUNNY PG MOMENTS
Mr Boylan is known for his dad jokes — some get a laugh, some a groan, but all help create a classroom where we feel safe to be ourselves. One hilarious activity was photographing “trip hazards” in the classroom, which sparked laughter and learning. Reading Wonder also brought big laughs — especially the scenes involving “Mr Tushman” and “Ms Butt,” which inspired some terrible (but funny) Mr B jokes.

SCIENCE INVESTIGATIONS
In Science, we’ve been exploring energy — how it moves, changes, and affects the world. We investigated energy in balloons, our bodies, and even in falling objects. A class favourite was using Oreos to model tectonic plates and understand earthquakes. Who knew science could be so delicious?

HANDS-ON LEARNING
We believe learning should be hands-on and engaging. From Science to PDH, English to Art, we’ve been diving into learning with curiosity and creativity. One highlight was studying picture books like The Day the Crayons Quit — we uncovered moral messages, deeper meanings, and even transferred those ideas into our own writing.  Their strengths and flaws but we work to fix and adjust them with the help of each other's strengths and flaws.

MIXING IT UP
One of the things we love most in 6LB is combining subjects to think more deeply. Some examples:

• Art & Religion – We created original artworks depicting the Christmas story.
  
  
• Geography & Writing – We researched Indigenous cultures in Brazil and Canada and wrote about how they care for the environment. Their deep respect for nature taught us a lot about sustainability.
  

LEADERSHIP
At the start of the year, we thought leadership was just about badges and committee jobs. But we’ve learned that true leadership is about action — helping, guiding, and doing the right thing. From managing sports equipment to supporting our Year 1 buddies, we are proud to lead by example.

During National Simultaneous Storytime, we read The Truck Cat to our buddies — showing care, confidence, and teamwork. Our classmate Lara even represented NSW in AFL and showed leadership on and off the field by cheering on teammates and supporting others.

LOOKING BEYOND
We’re lucky to have Mrs Lata as a co-teacher. Her stories and life experiences before coming to Australia have opened our eyes to gratitude and global thinking. She encourages us to grow not only academically but emotionally and socially.

We’ve also been expanding our friendships and building inclusivity — inviting others to play, stepping out of our comfort zones, and learning what it truly means to do the right thing.

Written by Our 6LB Students

Sports

CPS Cross Country

A big congratulations to Porsha from 4W who competed at the CPS Cross Country event this week. Porsha ran an excellent race coming in 8th position. This now means that Porsha will be the first reserve for the State Carnival! Congratulations Porsha!!

PSSA 11 Years Rugby League

Well done to Solomon from 4W who was a part of the Under 11’s Polding Team that competed in Sydney last week. It was a strong competition but Solomon showcased resilience and good sportsmanship, congratulations Solomon!

PSSA Girls AFL

Last week, Lara from 6LB and Molly from 6B competed at the PSSA Girls AFL carnival in Sydney. It was a great experience for the girls coming up against some very tough competition. Congratulations to you both on making it this far!

Netball Gala Day

Students had a fantastic time participating in the recent netball gala day, proudly representing our school across ten enthusiastic teams. Throughout the day, all teams displayed outstanding sportsmanship, teamwork, and school spirit. Our competitive team put in a tremendous effort, making it all the way to the final and narrowly missing victory by just one goal. A special highlight was the appearance of our beloved school mascot, who brought smiles and energy to the sidelines. A heartfelt thank you goes to the parents and teachers who generously gave their time to coach, manage, and cheer on our teams—it wouldn’t have been possible without your support!

Cassie Toole   | Sports Coordinator

Library

It is wonderful to see acts of kindness in the Library each week with students helping each other and the teachers.

Congratulations to the many students who have earned 15 borrowing stamps over Term 1 and 2! These students will take home the prize of a free book.

Merryn Sadler   | Teacher Librarian

Wellbeing

FREE WEBINAR Council of Catholic School Parents

PARENTING TWEENS: WHAT KIDS NEED NOW, BEFORE THE TEEN YEARS

For parents and carers of primary school students 8+

At this parent event, Michelle Mitchell uses the results from her recent survey of more than 2000 parents and tweens, as well as 20 years’ experience working with families, to help trusted adults capitalise on the years between 9 and 12. Using insight and messages from tweens themselves, this presentation will motivate parents to invest today, knowing it can change the trajectory of adolescence and beyond. Together we will explore:

• New, groundbreaking research about tweens' development
• Proven, research based ways to ensure your communication is effective
• Ways you can forge an unbreakable connection during the tween years
• Insights into the development of self-esteem and body confidence
• A non-judgemental, up-front discussion about technology

Presented by Michelle Mitchell

Tuesday 24 June
7pm - 8pm

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR PARENTING TWEENS

Merryn Sadler   | Wellbeing Coordinator

Cathedral School Agricultural Club

Growing Together
The Agriculture Club engages students in hands-on learning about farming, gardening, and caring for the environment. This term, we have been busy planting and harvesting fresh produce in our school garden. We successfully grew delicious peas, crunchy radishes, and leafy lettuce — and even made a tasty salad using our harvest!

Our club is all about learning where our food comes from and how to care for the world around us. We also look after the school chickens, making sure they stay healthy and happy. Through these activities, we learn responsibility, teamwork, and the importance of sustainability. It has been a fun and rewarding for everyone involved!

Mrs Antoinette Angelucci | Agriculture Club Organiser

Parents and Friends

OPTIONAL SCHOOL JACKETS
The Cathedral School logo is embroidered on the chest, the jackets are lightweight, windproof and water-resistant, perfect for the cold weather.  These optional school jackets are available to try on at the school office and ready to order via Flexischools or through the school office for $75.

Please note: The optional jacket is NOT compulsory - All maroon/navy/black school jackets are also acceptable.

If you have any enquiries about our projects or would like to get involved, please email us at cathedralpandf@gmail.com

SCHOOL BACKPACKS

The school backpacks can be ordered on FlexiSchools for $65 – click on shop, then your child’s name, then uniform shop. The back pack will be delivered to your child’s classroom along with the lunch orders so you can select a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday for delivery, then select backpack and finalise your order. 

THE BACKPACK CAN ALSO BE PURCHASED AT THE FRONT OFFICE.

We have attached the flyer about the backpack here for your reference.

If you have any enquiries about our projects or would like to get involved, please email us at cathedralpandf@gmail.com

Melissa Bray   | P & F Publicity

Canteen & Breakfast Club

Breakfast Club Roster

Canteen Roster

PLEASE CAN YOU HELP??

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.

School Calendar Handy Hints

Google Calendar is an easy way to keep up to date with the school events.  This can be found on our school website under the Parents and Families tab. Below 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

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