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Dear St Thomas Aquinas Community,
I hope this message finds you well. Last Thursday evening, our school community came alive with energy and creativity during the wonderful dance event. It was heart-warming to see our students enjoying themselves, showcasing their talents, and engaging with one another. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the dedicated parents, staff, and volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this event a success. Your support truly enriches our school community.
I also want to congratulate all our students who participated in the Tournament of the Minds at ANU last weekend. Your hard work, teamwork, and creativity were on full display, and we are incredibly proud of your achievements.
As a reminder, we will be holding a Learning Journey in all classrooms this afternoon from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to engage with your child's learning and see the progress they have made this term. We look forward to welcoming you into our classrooms.
This coming Thursday, 12 September 2024 is R U OK? Day. Students are encouraged to wear yellow and we will be discussing the need to check in with each other. Student will participate in activities to help them develop the knowledge on what it means to be a good friend and how to check in with one another.
Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to our school community.
Warm regards,
Tim Cleary
| WEEK | DATE | EVENT |
| 8 | Tues 10/09 | Learning Journeys |
| 8 | Tues 10/09 | SCC Meeting in the Library at 6pm |
| 8 | Thur 12/09 | RUOK? Day |
| 8 | Fri 13/09 | Assembly 2pm presented by Year 3 |
| 9 | Tues 17/09 | ACT Track & Field Championships |
| 9 | Tues 17/09 | SCC Fete Meeting at 6pm in the Library |
| 9 | Wed 18/09 | STA Dance Concert |
| 9 | Fri 20/09 | Official Street Library opening |
| 10 | Mon 23/09 | Principal Awards Assembly |
| 10 | Mon 23/09 | White Token Lunch Celebration |
| 10 | Tues 24/09 | Year 3 excursion - Chinese Gala Day |
| 10 | Wed 25/09 | Year 4 excursion - Backyard Cricket |
| 10 | 25/09 - 27/09 | Years 5 & 6 Camp |
| 10 | Fri 27/09 | Last day of Term 3 |
| 1 | Mon 14/10 | First day of Term 4 - Pupil Free Day |
| 1 | Tues 15/10 | Students return |
| 1 | 15/10 - 25/10 | 2025 Year 6 Leadership Shirts sizing kit available information to come |
| 2 | Wed 23/10 | Jamie Pearlman Basketball finals |
| 2 | Wed 23/10 | Sue Geh Basketball finals |
| 2 | Fri 25/10 | Boorowa Touch Football and Netball Carnival |
| 2 | Fri 25/10 | Readers Cup |
| 3 | Tues 29/10 | Years 3 - 6 NRL League Tag day |
| 3 | Tues 29/10 | SCC Meeting at 6pm |
| Parish Priest | Father Gerard McCormick |
| Parish Secretary | Sharon Greaves |
| Telephone | 02 6258 1563 |
| charnwood@cg.org.au | |
| Address | 23 Lhotsky Street CHARNWOOD ACT 2615 |
| MASS | TIMES |
| Monday to Friday | 9:30am |
| Thursday - School Mass | 9:30am - one grade each week |
| Public Holidays | 9:30am |
| Saturday Vigil | 6:00pm |
| Sunday | 9:00am Children's liturgy is held during the school term. All families are welcome to attend. |
Parish Life
First Communion
Congratulations to our young people who celebrated the Sacrament of First Holy Communion last weekend. They are now able to participate more fully in the celebration of the Mass.
| Lucas A | Tyler D | Ashan H | August S |
|
Evelyn G |
Chaia L | Mikayla M | Chimaobi M |
| Sophia H | Nella WS | Ruby T | Bonnie P |
| Kystoff M | Matilda P | Levi W | Ari U |
| Jessica R | Charlotte S |
We have three students celebrating their First Communion this coming weekend as well and keep them in our prayers:
| Jade J | Jessica B | Maddison J |
Keeping Kids Safe Podcasts for Parents and Carers
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Readers Cup:
We have 8 Year 6 students (Harrison, Annabelle, Frederick, Estelle, Natalia, Aseem, Maeve and Sami) who have started to read 5 books in 6 weeks, in preparation for the Readers Cup quiz on 25th October. Best of luck!
STA Street Library
Have you spotted our new STA Street Library near our road sign? Feel free to take a book or leave a book. We won the Street Library through the Children's Book Council of Australia ACT Branch and Street Libraries Australia. We will have an official launch in the coming weeks. Big thank you to Sarah's grandparents Maree and Bill Ashley for installing the Street Library.
Scholastic Book Club
Scholastic Book Club orders are due by 12/9/2024. Orders can only be made on the LOOP app.
Ordering from Book Club supports our school library. Many thanks!
Happy reading!
Mrs Hind
Tournament of Minds
Over the past 6 weeks 14 clever Year 5 and Year 6 students joined Tournament of the Minds and have been working tirelessly with Mrs Wicks and Mrs Olsen to work on a challenge. They have learnt many new skills including team work, problem solving and thinking outside of the box.
The Social Science team had to imagine the continents had re-joined and their task was to creatively explain what impact this had on countries around the world. The members of this team are Grace Speirs, Estelle Wynack, Natalia Orellana, Lazarus Fuller, Harper Eddey, Emily McLeod and Alice Sutton.
The Arts Team had to pick a member from the community and share their life story through song and dance and they selected the lovely Miss Barry. The members of this team are Maeve Jean, Milly Wicks, Beau Ryan, Elizabeth Hobden, Rohi Bhatia, Edison Black and Luella Black.
Both teams had to present at the ANU over the weekend to a room full of people including judges and other schools. They didn't let their nerves get in the way and they both got wonderful feedback about their creativity, team work and TOM spirit. Congratulations students and well done!
Please join us at our assembly on Friday at 2pm to celebrate our Class Award & White token recipients
| CLASS | STUDENT | CLASS | STUDENT |
| ELC Acacias | Miriam K Ava F |
ELC Coolabahs | Axel S Maisie H |
| ELC Waratahs | Carlos C Airlie M |
||
| KB | Matilda A Charles M |
KG | Ayla T Eleni B |
| 1B | George B-C Harper C |
1G | Moses P Aston P |
| 2B | Arianna RM Muhammad ZM |
2G | Angok C Emily L |
| 3B |
Millie S |
3G | Ella T Skylar W |
| 4B | Mackenzie R Zanitha A |
4G | Jessica B Tyler D |
| 5B | Lukas M Maxie M |
5G | Thomas B Stefford R |
| 6B | Toby M Alana B |
6G | Gemma M Jed G |
| Sienna A | Adam H | Jayson T | Mason N |
| Mary G | Brad L-B | Gemma M | Sarah H |
| Jaana C | Sebastian C | Ayla M | Benji S |
| Zoe P | Alexis J | Aidan K |
September Birthdays
Jade J, Hannah M, Matilda H, William B, Edison B, Luella B, Elodie A, Hamilton S, Charli C, Aden G, Leo R, Jessica B, Lincoln D, Emma F, Ebadat KS, Sarah H, Natalia R, Eleanor S, Olive O, Chloe W, Harper E, Harrison G, Aleu D, Thomas H, Mansirat K, Louise Q, Arianna D, Gabriel S-P
Pizza & Pyjamas | Toy Story | 6 pm, Fri 13 Sep
The 1990s Pixar animated classic that introduced Woody, Buzz and their talking toy friends to the world. Come in your comfiest PJs, bring your favourite teddy or blanket, and enjoy this extra-cosy, Friday night family special with pizza on arrival (included with ticket).
School Holidays at NFSA Acton | 2–9 Oct
Babe, Peter Rabbit, Red Dog and the musical fairies of FernGully return to the big screen in October for NFSA Acton’s school holiday matinee screening program. Browse all family-friendly events
School Holidays | FernGully: The Last Rainforest | 1 pm, Wed 2 Oct
The magical rainforest of FernGully faces a logging threat in this beautiful 1992 musical animation with a strong environmental message.
School Holidays | Babe | 1 pm, Fri 4 Oct
Orphaned pig Babe finds himself on the Hoggett farm where he is adopted into an eccentric community of talking animals. Australia’s highest grossing children’s film, Babe is a timeless, uplifting classic.
School Holidays | Peter Rabbit | 1 pm, Tue 8 Oct
This contemporary adaptation brings Beatrix Potter’s beloved storybook characters to life for a new generation.
School Holidays | Red Dog | 1 pm, Wed 9 Oct
Australian kelpie Koko stars as Red in this iconic Australian family film about a stray dog who wins the hearts of a remote mining community.
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OCTOBER PROGRAM: 2-day workshop: Thursday 10th + Friday 11th October @ Building 7, University of Canberra, Faculty of Arts and Design, Bruce. 9.30am - 4pm ( both days) and Market Day: Old Bus Depot Markets, Kingston on Sunday, October 13th from 9.00am (Set-up), 9.30am - 2.30pm ( trading).
