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May 16, 2012: Archbishop Inauguration
Last Friday 11 May, Kiarni Cosh and Kyle Wallace from Year 7 attended the inauguration of our new archbishop, Mark Coleridge, at St Stephen's Cathedral in the city. Mrs Rutkowski accompanied the children and it was a memorable occasion for them. The children sat with staff from Brisbane Catholic Education and were lucky enough to speak with the Archbishop after the ceremony. We thank Kiarni and Kyle as they were wonderful representatives for the school.
May 9, 2012: Japanese Host Families required
We are looking for families to host Japanese students from Wakayama Uni Junior High School who will be visiting St Matthew's School from 16 August to 23 August 2012.
The students are here to practice their English so knowledge of the Japanese language is not necessary. There are no special food requirements. Host family payments of $35.00 per student per night are included. This is a wonderful opportunity for you and your family to experience another culture. Please contact the coordinator Pat Marshall for more information on 3824 0376/0414 703 838.
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April 25, 2012: ANZAC Day
We held our own ANZAC ceremony yesterday and were pleased to be joined by Allan and Joy Ploenges of the Springwood RSL Sub-branch.
Allan addressed the students, staff and parents on the importance of remembering the sacrifice made by so many in fighting for peace around the world.
April 25, 2012: Cross Couuntry
Congratulations to all competitors in last week’s Cross Country Carnival. There was a great spirit on the day and lots of examples of children supporting and encouraging each other to do their best. In the end Russell (Red) House won the day and Captains Sam & Lily were pleased to accept the shield for their team. Thanks to the teachers, led by Miss Mel Fraser, for the work they put into making this event a success.
April 18, 2012: Appointment of the Archbishop of Brisbane
We welcome the news of the appointment of Archbishop Mark Coleridge as the new Archbishop of Brisbane. Archbishop Coleridge comes to us from the Archdiocese of Canberra Goulbourn. He has displayed a long interest in education having served in the past as Episcopal Vicar for Education in Melbourne and as a member of the Catholic Education Commission of Victoria. Archbishop Coleridge has also been a member of the Australian Catholic Bishops’ Commission for Catholic Education and the National Catholic Education Commission. One of the Archbishops first actions was to set in train the process of selecting and appointing a new Executive Director of Brisbane Catholic Education, a position he hopes to have filled by mid-year.
March 14, 2012: Bullying No Way
Friday, March 16 2012 was the National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence. This year, the focus is on parents and families working with school communities to take a stand against bullying. You may be interested in some of the resources, information and activity ideas available from the Bullying No Way! website.
At St Matthew’s, as at all good schools, we take the issue of bullying very seriously and staff try as far as possible to be proactive rather than reactive in addressing this social phenomenon. For this to work at our school we will need the commitment of staff, parents and students to making our school a place where all children have the right to learn and reach their maximum potential.
March 14, 2012: World Read Aloud Day
Last Wednesday we took time out to celebrate World Read Aloud Day. The children enjoyed hearing from different members of staff who read to the children from their favourite books.
Thank you to those who have sent in entries for the “Where I Love to Read” competition. This competition will run until the end of April so if you’re going somewhere exotic over Easter don’t forget your book!
March 7, 2012: Working Bee Thank You
Many thanks to the parents who were able to attend Saturday’s working bee. The weather wasn’t the best but some important jobs were done and the grounds look the better for it. But most importantly, thanks to Hilary Winterbottom for a delicious morning tea.
February 28, 2012: 2012 Easter Raffle
Tickets for this year's Easter raffle have been sent out to each family. The P & F would appreciate it if each family could sell 10 tickets. Tickets are $1.00 each and the raffle will be drawn week ending 30 March. The four prizes are on display in the school office. Tickets (sold and unsold) with money to be returned to the office by Thursday 22 March please. Thank you for your support.
February 22, 2012: Caritas - Ash Wednesday
This week the season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday, which also marks the beginning of the annual Caritas Australia Project Compassion appeal. Donations to Project Compassion allow Caritas Australia, the Catholic Agency for International Aid and Development, to work with local communities around the world to alleviate poverty, hunger, oppression and injustice. Each family will receive a Project Compassion box and/or a set of envelopes for their donations or you can donate online via the website at www.caritas.org.au
Please put your compassion into action this Lent by supporting the Project Compassion 2012 appeal.
February 8, 2012: Tuckshop Volunteer Request
Tuckshop operates largely on a volunteer basis !!!
In order to provide the best service
we can for your children,
we need more volunteers. If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to the school community while enjoying the social aspect that the tuckshop provides, please complete the form provided and return to the school a.s.a.p. Your lunch will be provided on the day along with lots of laughs, so please come along and join in the fun. Unfortunately due to safety reasons toddlers cannot attend tuckshop however if you would like to organise a babysitting roster between friends I am more than happy to organise the roster to suit.
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» 2012 Tuckshop Menu
January 20, 2012: Welcome to the 2012 School Year
The St Matthew's school community would like to welcome new and existing families to the 2012 school year. We are looking forward to a fantastic year!
Our school website is updatedly weekly throughout the school terms, so please check back regularly for news and details regarding school events and achievements.
Applications for new enrolments in all year levels are warmly welcomed. Please call us on 3209 6155, drop into the office to pick up an enrolment form or download the enrolment form.
