RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
On Tuesday we celebrated Shrove Tuesday at St Gabriel’s. A day when followers of the Christian faith traditionally eat up the ‘luxury’ foods in our homes to prepare for a time of living simply. We are all called to live simply so others can have their fair share.
Living simply reminds us that others have greater needs than us and we are reminded that God provides all we need. We are also reminded we can all play our part to support our brothers and sister who need a helping hand.
It seems a little strange at times to think of milk, eggs, and flour as luxury foods, but today it is symbolic of our preparation to come closer to God.
Ash Wednesday
Yesterday, the school commemorated Ash Wednesday. This is the first day of Lent and we prayed and thought of ways we can come closer to God over the next six weeks before Easter. Lent is a time of reflection to examine our lives and ask if we are living in a way that would please God. People of all religions can ask themselves this question and work towards examining their lives.
At the Liturgy we also launched Project Compassion which is a Lenten program run by Caritas Australia to support communities overseas and in Australia. Each child brought home a Project Compassion Box and are encouraged to donate to Caritas Australia to bring hope and healing to communities around the world.
The work of Caritas Australia through Project Compassion tries to address the Common Good in communities by providing Education, employment and clean drinking water.
Each child is invited to participate in this fundraising through the Project Compassion Boxes which they have brought home or are found in the classroom.
Illness
As we are aware, there are many viruses including Covid in our communities at this present time. If you or your child are suffering from any respiritory symptoms, coughing, sneezing etc. we ask that you please do not come to school until you are well. Thank you for your support in this matter.
Student Attendance
You are reminded to ring the school/leave a message or Seesaw the teacher on the day your child is not attending school - please include the reason for non-attendance.
We'd be grateful if this could be done prior to 9am. Thank you for your support in this matter.
Please be aware that on our school website, there are key documents in relation to keeping all children in our school community safe from harm; physically, mentally and emotionally.
- Catholic Archdiocese of Adelaide Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy
- Cybersafety: Keeping Children Safe in the Connected World
Labelling
Please check and ensure that your child's jumper/jacket, hat, drink bottle and small plastic containers are labelled so that they can be returned to them.
Uniform
Please note that uniform will be sold at the office on MONDAYS, TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAY. If using QKR - every day. Other days by appointment.
TERM 1 - STUDENTS ARE TO BE WEARING THE SUMMER UNIFORM
Please ensure that your child is wearing black laced up shoes with their everyday uniform.
Sneakers are not to be worn for everyday uniform and only to be worn with sport uniform
Clearview Snack Bar - Lunch Menu
Lunches can be ordered by using the Qkr! app - see below or purchasing paper bags and writing your child's name, class and order on the bag with money enclosed. These can be left at the office or given to your child's class teacher.
To view the 2024 uniform price list & policy and the 2024 lunch order menu, click the gallery below:
We now have the Earth Care Squad for Semester 1! The children will receive their badges at our assembly and they are excited about this.
Yesterday, the Earth Care Squad spent some time in the garden clearing it for our new year plantings. We made great progress yesterday but there is more clearing to do.
We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of our new chickens which will be here any day now.
A huge thank you to the City of Port Adelaide Enfield for supporting our Playgroup with a $2,000 grant for equipment. We have purchased some Montessori and natural play items for our Playgroup families to enjoy. St Gabriel’s School community really appreciated your support!
Important Dates
ASH WEDNESDAY
Community Group Meeting 9.15a.m. & 6.15p.m.
Community Group Meeting 9.15a.m. & 6.15p.m.
GOOD FRIDAY - PUBLIC HOLIDAY
EASTER SUNDAY
EASTER MONDAY - PUBLIC HOLIDAY
LAST DAY OF TERM 1
FIRST DAY OF TERM 2
Upcoming Events
Assembly
Carnavale Day
Whole School
School Board Meeting
7.00p.m.
Year 6 Aquatic Day
Year 5 Aquatics Day
Year 4 Zoo Snooze
Year 4 Zoo Snooze
World Book Day Buddy Reading
School Board Meeting
7.00p.m.
Assembly - Year 1
International Children's Book Day
Helpful Contacts/Links for families
QKR App – issue with new Android phones
There is an issue with being able to download the QKR App to new android phones.
The QKR technicians are working diligently towards a solution but don’t have a release date as yet. We will advise once resolved.
In the interim, any parents having android issues can make purchases via the QKR website below:
Qkr! by MasterCard (qkrschool.com)
Thank you for your patience.
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