The Scholar - Our Lady`s Assumption School

Term 2 Week 10
Thursday 30 June 2016
Our Lady’s Assumption
School
Principal’s Report
Dear Parents
Thank You and Farewell
As we race toward the end of Term 2, I would like to thank each and every
one of you for making me feel so welcome at Our Lady’s Assumption School
during Semester 1. It has been an absolute pleasure to be a part of this
community.
I have said it on many occasions, but I must say it again: your
children are absolutely delightful.
They are compassionate,
respectful, and full of energy and enthusiasm. I will miss them all.
Rest assured that I believe that you have entrusted their care to
some of the best teachers in Western Australia. They always have
the best interests of your children at heart and, as a professional
community, are moving in exciting directions to ensure even greater
successes are achieved for each and every child.
‘ TRUTH GIVES FREEDOM ’
‘The Scholar’
Please continue to support your School Board and P&F, as they do a
tremendous amount of work supporting the school in so many ways.
You would be surprised how much they would value even an hour of
your time when large events are taking place.
Friday 1 July
Last Day of Term 2
Wednesday 20 July
1st Day of Term 3 for Students
(Staff PD Monday and Tuesday)
Performing Arts Festival
Commences
Friday 22 July
TOMs selection in
Tuesday 26 July
Interschool Cross Country TBC
Wednesday 27 July
Maths Olympiad 3
Yesterday, I received some beautiful leaving gifts from the OLA
community. I am deeply touched by the generosity and kind words
from everyone. I am sure that you will all join with me now in
welcoming Mr Barras back from his very relaxing Long Service Leave.
I know that he is eager to be back next term, and has been excited
to hear all about what has been happening over the past six months.
Thursday 28 July
Liturgy of the Word (G Classes)
I wish you all best for the remainder of 2016, and also for the
exciting 50th celebrations being planned for 2017. Thank you for
letting me be a part of this awesome community! Good luck and
farewell.
Monday 1 August
Bishops RE Assessments Begin
Year 5
Congratulations
Joshua Cala, Year 6, has been selected to represent Western
Australia in the 2016 12s Football Team. This team will be
competing at the School Sport Australia National Championships in
Rockingham in August. Representing WA is a great honour, and a
stepping stone to senior and national selection.
Ermilio Lomma in Year 6 has been offered and has accepted an Early
Offer Academic Scholarship at Chisolm College. This is a significant
scholarship that begins in 2017 and lasts for the duration of six years
of secondary schooling. Being awarded this scholarship reflects the
great work throughout Ermilio’s primary school years.
Congratulations Joshua and Ermilio!
Funny Things Kids Say
A Pre-Primary child once asked me to tie his shoe lace. I ask,
“What’s the magic word?” and he excitedly replies, “Abracadabra!”
He was right, you know.
Enjoy a safe, relaxing holiday!
Mrs Jonnda Simpson
Principal
Weekend 30/31 July
FHC Family Masses
Tuesday 2 August
ICAS English
Wednesday 3 August
Whole School Mass
Basketball Carnival
(selected students)
Friday 5 August
Year 6 Assembly
Monday 8 August
BRLA—Year 3
Tuesday 9 August
Board Meeting
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Term 2 Week 10
Write A Book in A Day
Congratulations to our budding authors, illustrators and editors on their superb work last Thursday to write a
book in a day! The Dream Team, consisting of Mackenzie, Jackson, Utsah, Jessica, Zac, Eloise, Caleb, Isabelle,
Violet and Rayann (all from Year 5 and 6) on their production of ‘Mineshaft Madness’. From 8.00am until
8.00pm, the team planned and worked together to create a story of about 2 300 words!
Challenge Expo
Thank you to the many families, students and staff who called in and had a look at the work being done by the students in the
Challenge Program (from Years 3-6). What a wonderful display of talents there was! To each and every student who has
participated in the program during Semester One, congratulations to you for your splendid work!
Tournament of Minds
Our team met at CEWA on Saturday for some upskilling in how to manage the ‘Long Term Challenge’. Great effort by all. Thanks
to parents for being so supportive in getting your children there on time.
Lost Property
As of Friday, any remaining clothing items in the Lost Property Box will be laundered and offered for sale via the Uniform Shop.
Additionally, items like lunchboxes, water bottles etc will be placed in the bin. Please take a moment to check before the end of
term.
ICAS / MATHS Olympiad Dates for Term 3
Wednesday 27 July:
Maths Olympiad 3
Tuesday 2 August:
ICAS English
Tuesday 16 August:
ICAS Maths
Wednesday 17 August:
Maths Olympiad 4
Wednesday 7 September:
Maths Olympiad Final
Enjoy your holiday break, stay warm and safe. I look forward to seeing you on Wednesday 20 July.
Mrs Dianne Scoble
Assistant Principal
Term 2 Week 10
Parish News
Priest:
Phone:
Email:
Weekend Mass Times:
Weekdays:
Fr Vincent Conroy
9276 1008
oladianella@bigpond.com
Saturday 6.00pm
Sunday 7.30am and 9.30am
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8.00am
Wednesday 9.00am
Saturday 2 July
6.00pm
Sunday 3 July
9.30
Pre Primary
Janayah Carandang, Gemma Liao,
Annabelle Francis, Keegan
McCubbin, Eamon Chong
Year 1
Gabrielle Mosbergen, Taj King,
Rafferty Dunn, Sophie Geddes
Year 2
Isabella Ocello, Liv Field,
Daniel Russo, Amia Cicchini
Altar Servers Roster
Joshua Burnaby, Tahlia Carbone
Nicole Nesbit
Laura Ammendolea, Alessia
Baldrey, Eloise Lambert
Year 3
Tahlia Pantadosi, Laila Del Paggio,
Daniel Hoang, Desiree West
Year 4
Helena Yujnovich, Lisa Musca,
Jaden Ho, Angela Samuels
Year 5
Chiara Evans, Alyssa de Jong,
Clara Zani, Savannah Caruso
Year 6
Taya Harris, Mitchell Griffiths
Sports News
Last Friday Years 3-6 competed in the OLA Senior Cross Country at Dianella regional Open Space in near perfect condition for long
distance. There was a change to our course this year and it allowed spectators to see the start, the middle and the finish for each
race. These changes were greatly received by all. A big thank you to all our teachers who ran their children and to those parents
who volunteered to stand around the course as marshals guiding our runners. A special thanks to D’Nell Thomas who was a great
support in setting up for our event. Congratulations to the following children who will receive their medals at Assembly tomorrow
Yr 3 Boys
Yr 3 Girls
James
2
3rd
1st
nd
Yr 4 Girls
Yr 5 Boys
Yr 5 Girls
Yr 6 Boys
Yr 6 Girls
Isla
Yr 4
Boys
Ethan
Elena
Zac
Samarah
Jack
Lateisha
Charlie
Alexis
Marc
Hayley
Matthew
Tahlia
Josh T
Claudia
Leo
Grace H
Luke
Helena
Andre
Giordana
Jackson
Grace
Mrs Jodie Stewart
Physical Eduction Coordinator
Prayer for the Week
Hooray for holidays!
Thank you God for holidays,
And all the good things they bring
After you had created the world you rested,
So you know how good holidays are.
They are such a fun time
Help us to make them a happy time for our parents, too,
And for all the people we share the holidays with
Please keep us safe
Thank you, God, for holidays!
Amen
Fourteenth Sunday In Ordinary
Time
Luke 10:1-12, 17-20
‘……The harvest is rich, but the
labourers are few……’
Our Lady’s Assumption School
Vision Statement
Our Lady’s Assumption School Community seeks to foster a living faith,
based on truth, where the potential and dignity of the individual is
respected and nurtured in an environment of trust.
SCHOOL DETAILS
Goals
Our Lady’s Assumption School
PO Box 531
Dianella WA 6059
 To foster faith formation through word and example.
 To provide an atmosphere which promotes dignity and respect for all.
 To provide a supportive environment which encourages each child to
develop as a confident, independent learner.
Phone: 9471 3000
Fax: 9276 9298
 To nurture the spiritual, social, physical, intellectual and emotional needs
of the child.
 To promote appreciation of, and respect for, all creation.
We are on the Web:
 To encourage each member of the school community to approach life
with confidence and optimism.
www.ola.wa.edu.au
General Information
Uniform Shop News
Please check Lost Property for missing items as there seems to be a huge number of track tops. All items will be donated to the
Uniform Shop if not collected by Friday 1 July 2016.
Mrs Tania Longman
Uniform Shop Opening
Uniform Shop Coordinator
Hours
Tuesday 8.15am-10.30am
Friday 1.30pm-3.30pm
Condolences
Our condolences go out to the Catena family (Olivia KG) on the sad passing of Nono. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at
this sad time.
P&F News
2016/2017 Entertainment Books are here! See flyer attached for further details. Order today.
In 6G this Semester
In Year 6G this semester we have been doing challenging work and having fun while doing it. The things we have done this
semester are camp, sport , carnival and received our ministry badges and have had a great time with Mrs Simpson. The first thing
we would like to address is receiving the Ministry badges. The Ministries are Environment, Sport, Canteen/Library and
Events/Media. So far this year we have been to the Sacred Saints Tournament. There was netball and soccer. Mr McIntyre led the
soccer kids to victory, but unfortunately the girls didn't have much success. We also did other sporting events like the swimming
carnival, the Lightening carnival etc... The 2016 Camp was a big adventure to Fairbridge in Pinjara. We stayed for two nights and
three days. We did lots of activities like archery, rock climbing, abseiling, the flying fox, pool games and orientation. As a school we
have celebrated NADIOC week this week. We are proud to have this Australian background and our historic story. We celebrated
with fun activities and a fabulous assembly.
A special thanks to Mrs Simpson for being such an amazing Principal and for giving everyone such a fun time with the Gotcha
awards presented at each assembly.
By Tristan, Joshua T and Christopher
The Mini Vinnies group is coordinating an event to help Shopfront. Shopfront is an organization that aims to provide items for
people in need in our community. You can help them by bringing in any of the products listed below. Any donations will be
warmly welcomed and greatly appreciated. We will be collecting items from July 20 – August 12. Please place your donation
into the boxes provided in classrooms.
Food Items
Spaghetti-Cans
Baked beans-Cans
Soup - Cans
“Cup a soup”
2 Minute Noodles
Tuna
Cans of vegies – corn, peas, tomatoes
Meats – Cans eg. Spam, Braised beef
Honey, Jam
Spaghetti / Pasta / Rice
Pasta sauce
Weetbix, Porridge, Cereals
Tinned Fruit
Baby Food - Cans
Long life milk
Tea
Coffee
Sugar
Peanut Butter, Vegemite
Savoury biscuits
Sweet Biscuits
Milo
Muesli Bars
Snack packs
Non Food Items
Cloth Shopping Bags / Strong Plastic Bags
Toothpaste
Disposable Nappies – all sizes
Baby Wipes
Toothbrushes
Soap
Deodorant
Shampoo / Conditioner
Razors
Shaving Cream
Sanitary Napkins
Tampons
Tissues – small packets
Combs / Brushes
Blankets
Men’s Socks & Jocks
Sleeping Bags
Women’s Underwear & Socks
Sunscreen – small tubes
Backpacks