St Raphael’s Catholic School Term 1, Week 1/A Newsletter 30 January 2017 Mrs Trish Malcolm has added Library Assistant (K-12) to her repertoire. Dear Parents As this first year of being a full K to 12 school begins there is immense excitement at St Raphael’s. We look forward to a most stimulating and satisfying time for all. February 1st is the feast day of St Brigid – the patron saint of the Brigidine sisters who conducted our school for 94 years. We are deeply indebted to the Brigidine sisters and pray that they are richly rewarded for their dedication. A Catholic school has two main jobs – to be clearly Catholic and to be an excellent school. Being Catholic means doing the work of the Church (bringing the God to people in ways that are real and relevant). At Mass next Saturday evening teachers and catechists will be “commissioned” (sent out) by parishioners to work on their behalf. Conducting an excellent, Christcentred school is the way we are doing that. New faces among the teachers in 2017: Ms Kathryn Allan, Ms Gabriella Zideluns, Ms Alexandra Hamilton and Mr Sam Rothe will all be working in the Secondary Department. Mrs Anne Hickman will be working in Primary Department and Mrs Megan Jobson and Mrs Jenny White both return to the Primary Department after a time of absence. New roles among the teachers in 2017: Mrs Kylie McNamara, Mrs Carolyn James and Miss Chloe Gannon are coordinators of Curriculum in the Primary Department. Mr Ben Thomson, Ms Claire Spora, Mrs Lenise TidymanCrawley and Mrs Cassie Bennett are Coordinators of Curriculum in the Secondary Department. Mr Darrel Colemane and Miss Renae Downes are coordinators of Wellbeing in the Primary Department. Mrs Sue Whiteley and Mr Steve Thomas are Coordinators of Wellbeing in the Secondary Department. Mr Craig Jeffries is teaching in the Secondary Department P.O. Box 7, Cowra 2794 Tel: 6342.2940
Thank you to those parents who have contributed time to maintaining our vegetable gardens and orchard throughout the summer break. Additionally, the laying of soft-fall and artificial grass in the infants courtyard was subject of a couple of working bees and looks and feels tremendous. Thank you for your support. Student Leaders of this year are the focus of our prayers at the Leadership Mass on Friday. Responsibilities of the student leaders are well underway and already our leaders demonstrate great promise for the year ahead. Their representation of St Raphael’s at a couple of Australia Day events was executed with dignity and pride. Guardian Angels (from Year 6) for kindergarten students will soon begin to spend time with their new companions. In the past, close links made here have become long-standing friendships, with gifts given on special occasions and time spent together out of school. Such friendship is a lovely gift to share. The annual Swimming Carnival is being conducted on February 9th (weather permitting). Fitting in events for thirteen year groups within just one day is a logistical challenge in which we try to achieve a balance for the children. It is lovely to see the growth in maturity that has happened among the students since December. Even after a relatively short time away the development is quite evident and ever so rewarding. Michael Gallagher Principal
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St. Brigid: A Woman for Our Time On Wednesday February 1st we celebrate the feast day of St Brigid. Being a Brigidine school, St Brigid holds special significance for us. Looking at her life, and at some issues that confront and challenge us, it seems only right that Brigid would hold such significance.
Prayer Brigid, you were a woman of peace, You brought harmony where there was conflict. You brought light to the darkness. You brought hope to the downcast. May the mantle of your peace cover those who are troubled and anxious, And may peace be firmly rooted in our hearts and in our world.
Monday 30 Happy birthday to Meg Jones, Aneira Rowlands and Tom Treasure. Tuesday 31 Wednesday 1 Happy birthday to Alisha Azzopardi. St Brigid’s Feast Day. Thursday 2 Happy birthday to Tristen Ryan-Hartwig, Grace Shepherd and Charlie Smith. Friday 3 Happy birthday to Eppie Emseis. Opening School Mass 9:30am. Happy birthday to those who have already celebrated birthdays this year: Poppy Starr, Ryan Clarke, Katie Brown, Scarlet Shepherd, Angus Anning, James Forsyth, Holly Gorham, Jack graham, Jack webb, Bella Bright, Olivia McNamara, Jazmine Millar, Caitlin Brodbeck, Georgia Buchtmann, Jordan trimming, Jack Ousby, Hayleyu Parrakal, Tianna Azzopardi, William cranny, William Harris, Charli Hubber, Imogen McCormick, Imogen Ousby, Tobie Hubber, Hollie Orford, Isabelle Doorey, Jacaob Cranney, Ruby Lazanski, Kate Statham, Elizabeth Heilmann, Jaidyn Fitzgerald, Patrick Twigg, P.O. Box 7, Cowra 2794 Tel: 6342.2940
Brigid saw Christ in every person, especially in the guise of the poor person. Those concerned with justice issues are challenged by her response. A sense of justice impelled her to share: “what is mine is theirs”. Her life inspires unity and reconciliation. In a world of much fragmentation, with many divides, there is a search for unity, a search for connection, a search for a sense of the whole family, human and natural. The stories and legends about Brigid depict her as a woman of energetic action which is summed up in the phrase: “…hers is a legacy not of words, but of a lifetime of ministry.” Condensed from “Rekindling the Flame: A pilgrimage in the footsteps of Brigid of Kildare by Rita Minehan CSB For the Calendar Opening School Mass: Friday February 3rd 9.30am Looking ahead Sacramental Dates Confirmation Saturday 24th June Eucharist Saturday 16th September Reconciliation Thursday 30th November
PASTORAL CARE AND STUDENT WELLBEING Welcome to 2017 - a year which promises amazing possibilities and chances to extend ourselves in many ways here at school. ORIENTATION Year 7 students are entering the next exciting phase of their school life. Helping them to develop confidence and to bond as a group has already begun. Activities on the first 2 days of school will create opportunities for students to challenge themselves by adapting to a very different timetable, and then on a river trip where canoeing on the Lachlan will test their outdoor expertise. St Raphael’s first ever Year 12 students have a busy and exciting year ahead and we wish them well in all their endeavours as members of the school community.
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INVITATION TO HSC STUDENTS In 2016 the school began a program called Horizons where occasional speakers provide insights into the wider world and the opportunities available through personal stories and work life experiences. To date we have welcomed ex-student and high-profile scientist Dr Amber Beavis and ABC correspondent Michael Brissenden. Dr Rachael Diprose, also an ex-student of St Raphaels, will be a guest at the next Australian Federation of Graduate Women’s Dinner to be held on Saturday 18 February at 6p.m. at Cowra Golf Club. Rachael will reflect on her time since leaving school in a talk titled “From Cowra to Kalimantan and beyond”, her experiences in providing aid, supporting poverty reduction and the challenges of environmental changes in developing countries. At the special invitation of the organising committee, our HSC students are invited to attend the dinner. Cost $25 (student discount).
UNIFORM The school uniform policy is outlined in this newsletter. Please be vigilant in monitoring uniform wearing. The days when secondary students are required to wear sport uniform will be nominated in next week’s newsletter and in every student diary. Non-compliance in uniform has consequences as it is important that there is fairness for all. Your assistance to the school is requested in the matter of uniform, noting that formal school occasions such as Mass, special assemblies and Awards Day, all students are required to wear correct school uniform (not sport uniform). For all our students at St Raphael’s, every day at school counts. Give your child every chance to succeed… Ms Sue Whiteley - Secondary Pastoral Care and Student Wellbeing Secondary School Uniform
STUDENT DIARY: Each secondary student is issued with a Student Diary at the beginning of the school year. Students are to have it with them in every class and Homeroom. Homeroom teachers will check and sign student diaries each week. Parents are requested to check and sign the diary once a week. The student diary is a quick and easy means of communication between school and home. ATTENDANCE Secondary school begins at 8.50 a.m. every day. It is expected that all students are ready to begin the day at that time. Any lateness is to be explained by parent note and students are required to sign in at the school office if they are late. This is a requirement of legislation as well as the school’s Duty of Care responsibility. Some interesting statistics connected to attendance which are both enlightening and alarming have been provided by the NSW Department of Education in a document called ‘Every Day Counts’. When your child misses just ...
That equals...
1 day each fortnight
20 days per year
1 day a week
therefore from Kinder to Year 12, that is...
Meaning your child at best can achieve...
4 weeks per year
Nearly 1 ½ years of school
Equal to finishing Year 11
40 days per year
8 weeks per year
Over 2 ½ years of school
Equal to finishing Year 10
2 days a week
80 days per year
16 weeks per year
Over 5 years of learning
Equal to finishing Year 7
3 days a week
120 days per year
24 weeks per year
Nearly 8 years of learning
Equal to finishing Year 4
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Which is...
GIRLS Summer: ☀ Stage 6 – Regulation skirt worn at knee length School shirt and tie Blazer White socks and black shoes with leather uppers Stages 4 & 5 – Regulation school skirt worn just above the knee School shirt White socks and black shoes with leather uppers Winter: ☃ Stage 6 – Regulation skirt worn at knee length School shirt and tie Blazer worn at all times (maroon school jumper for extra warmth if needed) Grey tights and black shoes with leather uppers Stages 4 & 5 – Regulation skirt worn at calf length School shirt and tie which covers the top button done up Maroon school jumper White socks and black shoes with leather uppers SPORT UNIFORM: Plain black tracksuit pants (no brand logos) and school regulation sport jacket Shorts with school crest White polo sport shirt with school crest Plain white socks (ankle covering, not anklet) Joggers suitable for physical activity Pathways representative sport clothing (to be worn only with sport uniform) BOYS Summer: ☀ Stage 6 – Grey college trousers and black belt Long-sleeved white shirt School tie covering the top button done up Blazer Black lace-up shoes with leather uppers and grey socks
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Stages 4 & 5 – Grey school shorts Short-sleeved blue shirt, tucked in Black lace-up shoes with leather uppers and grey socks Winter: ☃ Stage 6 – Grey college trousers and black belt Long-sleeved white shirt School tie covering the top button done up Blazer (maroon school jumper for extra warmth if needed) Black lace-up shoes with leather uppers and grey socks Stages 4 & 5 – Long grey pants (not cargo pants) Long-sleeved blue shirt and school tie covering the top button done up Maroon school jumper Black lace-up shoes with leather uppers and grey socks SPORT UNIFORM: Plain black tracksuit pants (no brand logos) and school regulation sport jacket Shorts with school crest White polo sport shirt with school crest Plain white socks (ankle covering, not anklet) Joggers suitable for physical activity Pathways representative sport clothing (to be worn only with sport uniform) OTHER: Jewellery permitted is a signet ring, watch, crucifix on a fine chain and, for girls, one sleeper or plain stud earring in the lobe of each ear. Make-up or nail polish is not to be worn. Visible body piercing or body art are not permitted. Hair is to be clean, tidy, neatly cut, out of eyes, tied back if long and a single natural colour. Ribbons, hair bands and clips, if worn, must be maroon or black or white or made from the fabric of the school uniform. Boys are to be clean shaven Students are to wear the school hat while outside during Terms 1 and 4. The wearing of hats in Terms 2 and 3 is voluntary. Hat styles, both boys and girls, are black bucket hats. Parents are asked to provide the correct school footwear. Shoes are to have black (boys and girls) leather uppers that would comply with current safety standards. Incorrect footwear precludes participation in certain subjects. (Please note that shoes with elevated heels and dance shoes do not comply with safety standards.)
Secondary PDHPE Time Students are to wear their sports uniform on the days they have PDHPE. Week 1 Class
Monday
7 Green 7 Gold
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Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
X
X
Friday
8 Green
X
9 Green
X
9 Gold
X
10 Green
X
X
10 Gold
X
X
PASS 2 (Miss Isedale)
X
PASS 3 (Mr Thomas)
X
SLR
X
X
Week 2 Class
Monday
7 Green
X
7 Gold
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
X X
X
8 Green
X
9 Green
X
9 Gold
X
10 Green
X
10 Gold
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PASS 2 (Miss Isedale)
X
PASS 3 (Mr Thomas)
X
SLR
X
X
X
Student Medication A reminder that teachers and school staff members are not permitted to administer any medication to children without signed, written permission and exact instructions regarding dosage and frequency. The necessary form is available from the front office. Student Photos From time to time the school may place photos of your children in the newspaper, newsletter or associated publications to mark their success in various aspects of school life. If you have any objections to this practice, please contact the Principal to discuss the matter; otherwise the school will presume it has your permission to publish the photos and names of your children.
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Clothing Pool This year Mrs Chantelle Wheeler has generously taken on the role of manager. Please contact the school for details about opening times and contact numbers.
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Personal information collected from pupils is regularly disclosed to their parents or guardians. On occasions, information such as academic and sporting achievements, pupil activities and other news is published in School newsletters, magazines [and on our website].
10. Parents may seek access to personal information collected about
Commonwealth Privacy Act The Commonwealth Privacy Act requires schools to issue Collection Notices to parents each year so that the school may obtain and use information to assist in providing schooling for your child. However, be assured that the type of information your school requires and the use the school makes of it, will be the same as it has always been. The collection notice is attached to this Newsletter. In addition, the school is regulated by a Catholic Education Office Privacy policy that is available from the school upon request or on the Catholic Education Commission (NSW) website: http://www.cecnsw.catholic.edu.au
them and their son/daughter by contacting the School. Pupils may also seek access to personal information about them. However, there will be occasions when access is denied. Such occasions would include where access would have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others, where access may result in a breach of the School’s duty of care to the pupil, or where pupils have provided information in confidence. 11. As you may know the School from time to time engages in fundraising activities. Information received from you may be used to make an appeal to you. [It may also be disclosed to organisations that assist in the School's fundraising activities solely for that purpose.] We will not disclose your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes without your consent. 12. On occasions information such as academic and sporting achievements, pupil activities and similar news is published in School
Collection Notice Parents/Guardians - Diocese of Bathurst The following Collection Notice describes personal information that the school requires to provide your children with their education. It is also a requirement of the National Privacy Act that such notices be provided to individuals. 1.
St Raphael’s Catholic School, Cowra. The School collects personal information, including sensitive information about pupils and parents or guardians before and during the course of a pupil's enrolment at the School. The primary purpose of collecting this information is to enable the School to provide schooling for your son/daughter.
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Some of the information we collect is to satisfy the School's legal obligations, particularly to enable the School to discharge its duty of care.
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Certain laws governing or relating to the operation of schools require
newsletters and magazines [and on our website] 13. We may include your contact details in a class list and School directory 14. If you provide the School with the personal information of others, such as doctors or emergency contacts, we encourage you to inform them that you are disclosing that information to the School and why, that they can access that information if they wish and that the School does not usually disclose the information to third parties.
Canteen Update This week’s roster is as follows: Tues 31 Skye Muddle Lisa Day
Wed 1 CLOSED
Thurs 2 Lisa Mallon
Fri 3 Cindy Langfield
Mon 6 Briony Woodhouse
Ammie Broad
Lyn Terry
Rachael Duff
that certain information is collected. These include Public Health and
Anna Thirkell
Child Protection laws. 4.
Health information about pupils is sensitive information within the terms of the National Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act. We ask you to provide medical reports about pupils from time to time.
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If we do not obtain the information referred to above we may not be able to enrol or continue the enrolment of your son/daughter.
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The School from time to time discloses personal and sensitive information to others for administrative and educational purposes. This includes to other schools, government departments, government agencies, statutory boards [Catholic Education Office, the Catholic Education Commission, your local diocese and the parish, Schools
Welcome back everyone. The first two weeks roster will be sent home this week. along with the Summer Menu. Also I am looking for new mums, dads, aunt's, uncle's or nans and pops to help in the canteen. Due to people leaving school or moving our numbers are down. At the moment I have 24 helpers opposed to my usual 40-45, so if you could fill out the form and send back to school as soon as possible that would be great. Looking forward to working with you all again this year.
within other Catholic Dioceses. Also government authorities such as the NSW Board of Studies, the Australian Curriculum, Assessment
Donna Stokes - Canteen Manager
and Reporting Authority (ACARA)] medical practitioners, and people providing services to the School, including specialist visiting teachers, coaches, volunteers and counsellors. 7.
In addition to the agencies and purposes cited at 6 above personal information relating to students and parents may also be made available, in accordance with Australian Government requirements, to ACARA for the purpose of publishing certain school information relating to the circumstances of parents and students on the MySchool website.
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The School from time to time may also collect and disclose personal information about current or prospective students in accordance with
Don’t forget to visit our website for updates of all that is happening with the P&F and for adding your views. This can be done via the school website at www.straphaelscowra.edu.au And check out our Facebook page.
the Education Act or child protection legislation.
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Tennis Lessons ANZ Tennis Hotshots for term 1 will be held on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Lessons commence from 11th February. Classes are 40 minutes and the cost per term is $120.(8 lessons) Cardio tennis recommences on Saturday 11th February at 8am. Cardio is a tennis based fitness program open to all ages, abilities and fitness levels and you don’t need to have played tennis before. Cardio tennis is $15 per session. To enrol for hotshots or cardio or more information contact Helen Garratt on 0407139164, 63428447 or email handlgarratt@bigpond.com
I understand that many of our families help with reading and other things around our school, but it would be very much appreciated if you could give the canteen just one day a term. Children love to see their parents and family members at school. Please don’t have any fears about canteen work we have lots of fun and it is a good way to get to know other parents at the school and make new friends. The infants are really cute as they come up with their 20 cents or $1 and say “what can I buy with this?” I am really hoping that all our new (and existing) families will be able to help this year. I am looking forward to meeting you. Please fill out the slip below as soon as possible if you are able to help and send it in to the office or please ring me on 0427501508. Volunteers already active on the roster don’t need to fill out this form. Yours Sincerely Donna Stokes - Canteen Manager
CANTEEN VOLUNTEER NAME: …………............................................... PHONE: ……………..……………………………………… A LIST OF ALL OTHER HELPERS NAMES & NUMBERS GO HOME TO THE OTHER VOLUNTEERS FOR SWAPPING. DUE TO PRIVACY REASONS PLEASE CIRCLE YES OR NO (if no your number will be left off). DAY OF THE WEEK AVAILABLE: ………………………………………………………. ONCE / TWICE A TERM / WEEKLY / FORNIGHTLY / EVERY THIRD WEEK (Please circle) Youngest Child’s Name & Class ………………………..……………………………………………………
CANTEEN HELP NEEDED Dear Parents/Guardians Welcome to a new school year! Our canteen runs on a voluntary basis and provides freshly prepared food on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. As well as fueling the children for their school day activities, the canteen provides a service for busy parents by taking lunch preparation off the home agenda and a treat for children on their special days. I am asking for our new family and existing family members to put their hands up to help for just one day a term (or more if you can manage). You would be required from 10.00 am to about 2.30 pm you will be supplied lunch and you may make yourself a cupper as needed. Everyone in your family is very welcome e.g. Dad’s, Nan’s, Pop’s Aunt’s and Uncle’s.
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St RAPHAEL’S CANTEEN SUMMER MENU TERMS 1-4 Any questions please ring Donna on 0427501508 Lunch Bags are 10c each; Cutlery for food from home is 5c each. SANDWICHES, ROLLS OR WRAPS Vegemite Cheese Cheese & Tomato Salad Ham Ham & Cheese Ham Cheese & Tomato Ham & Salad Egg Egg Lettuce & Mayo Egg & Salad Chicken & Mayo Chicken & Salad Tuna & Salad Salmon & Salad
GLUTEN FREE $1.50 $2.00 $2.50 $4.00 $2.50 $3.00 $3.50 $5.00 $3.00 $3.50 $4.50 $3.50 $6.00 $5.00 $6.00
(Add 50 cents per extra filling) Please write whether you would like a sandwich, roll or wrap. Sandwiches are made with whole meal or multigrain bread; please write which one you want.
OTHER FOOD
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$6.00 $6.00 $2.80 $4.20 $5.60
Up & Go’s (Choc, Straw & Vanilla) Water Milk (Choc, Straw) Juice (Apple, Orange & Apple Black C)
$2.00 $2.00 $2.20 $2.50
COLD TREATS Fruity Ice Sunburst and Tnt’s Ice Pole or Ice Cream Bucket Slush Puppy’s Frozen Yoghurt
Each
50c $1.00 $1.50 $2.50 $2.20
OTHER TREATS
Chicken Caesar Salad Salad Bowl (Chicken, Ham Tuna or Salmon) Nachos Chicken Snitz Wrap or Burger with all OR Chick Snitz mayo/cheese or sauce/cheese 4 x Dino’s & Salad bowl Fried Rice Small Large Chicken Dino’s 4 x pack 6 x pack 8 x pack SAUCES Tomato or B.B.Q Sweet & Sour or Sweet Chili
Steamed Chicken Salad Bowl 4 x Chicken Nuggets & Salad bowl Chicken Nuggets 4 x pack 6 x pack 8 x pack DRINKS
Each Each
$6.00 $6.50 $5.50 $6.00 $4.50 $6.00 $4.00 $5.00 $2.80 $4.20 $5.60
50c 80c
Grain Waves, Sea Salt Chips, Noodle snacks $1.20 Jump’s $1.00 Popcorn (popped in canteen) a bag 50c Black Liquice or yoghurt Sticks Each 20c Faces 99% Fruit (gf),Yogurt Frog (gf) Each 10c Mega Snake (gf) $1.00 Morning Tea Snacks Whole pieces of Fruit $1.00 Fruit Salad Cups $1.50 Yoghurt & Fruit Salad Cups $2.00 Many more options to choose from ranging From 10 cents to $2.00. First in though sorry.
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SWIMMING CARNIVAL Whole School Swimming Carnival – Thursday 09/02/2017 Secondary Students are to arrive at the pool by 8.45am Primary Students will walk down from school at the normal school start time. ALL STUDENTS IN THE 200 I.M need to be at the pool before this as it is our first event and will start at 8.45am sharp. Warm-up lanes are available from 8.30am. The carnival will conclude at 2.45pm and all students will return to school to be dismissed at the regular time. Call for volunteers! th If you are free on Thursday 9 and would like to help out, please contact Miss Tahni Isedale via email t.isedale@bth.catholic.edu.au or by phoning the school and letting the office know you are available. All volunteers will be supplied with lunch and refreshments. Event Nomination All students will have nominated for their events at school today! Should there be any changes to this, please see Mr O’Reilly or Miss Isedale BEFORE THURSDAY to let them know. POOL ENTRY $2 Lunch + Water All students are to bring a nutritious recess and lunch to the carnival. The pool canteen will be available to the students during the day also. Please ensure your children have plenty of water and encourage them to drink it throughout the day Uniform Either School Sports Uniform or house colours must be worn for the carnival. Get in the spirit and support your house. Big Hats and coloured zinc are a sure winner for a hot day, the pool has asked us that the students do not bring zinc to the pool (apply it at home). Raphael – Red Kibreda – Blue Xavier – Yellow Get creative but please no crape paper or other items that will be a nuisance to the pool staff. HATS and SUN SCREEN, Please check and double check that your child has sun screen and a hat and encourage them to apply/reapply it and wear it all day long please. Novelty Events This year we will once again be holding novelty events in and out of the water. There are plenty of opportunities to get wet and to keep active throughout the day, but don’t miss your championship event! Primary Students Eastern Region Carnival If your child is successful in winning a place in our St. Raphael's Team to represent us at the Eastern Regional Carnival they will receive a permission note on the day! This must be returned on the Monday as the Regional st Carnival is on Tuesday 21 February, in Bathurst. Primary Students Diocesan Carnival If selected from the Regional Carnival, Primary Students have the privilege to represent their region at the Diocesan th Carnival to be held on Wednesday 8 March in Dubbo. Secondary Students Diocesan Carnival If selected in our School team your child will have earned the privilege to represent our school at the Diocesan th Carnival on Tuesday 7 March in Dubbo. Infants Kindergarten will not be attending the swimming carnival Year 1 & 2 will be attending the carnival but only between recess and lunch. They will eat recess at school, change into swimmers and walk to the pool after recess. They will participate in novelty event in and out of the pool, followed by lunch in the pool grounds and walking back to school. Additional information will be available from the class teachers. P.O. Box 7, Cowra 2794 Tel: 6342.2940
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