Newsletter Week 9- Term 4 2022
Prayer
Message from the Principal
Advent
Advent is a time in which we prepare for the birth of Jesus at Christmas. The word Advent comes from the Latin “advenio” which translates as “to come to” and refers to the coming of Christ in celebration of his birth at Christmas. When I spoke to the students, I emphasised that at Christmas time we receive gifts but it is the gift giving that brings more joy. I explained that the real special gifts that parents enjoy are ones that they have made or the special words they say.
Christmas Carols
What an amazing evening we had for our school Christmas Carols last week. I really enjoyed the telling of the Christmas story in such an interesting and engaging way. A big thankyou to Mrs Readman and Mr Coleman for their efforts over the past few months in preparing the students. Thank you as well to Mrs Barlow and Miss Luscombe for a well choreographed dance. These types of events don’t work without the support of all staff who help setup, pack away and organising the students. A thank you as well to our wonderful P&F who organised the delicious food vans.
School Fee Decrease
At Good Shepherd we are committed to providing the high quality, Christ-centred and child-focused education alongside all the additional programs that our families have come to expect, in 2023 and beyond. We offer an important choice in schooling and our 5% fee decrease is part of our commitment to the Good Shepherd community we serve, as cost of living pressures are impacting families.
Year 6 Graduation
Congratulations to our Year 6 students and their families on their Graduation. While I have only been here for 6 months it has been wonderful to witness the growth of all our Year 6 students. We wish them all the best for high school.
2023 Student Class allocations
Below in this newsletter is the 2023 staffing. Parents will be notified on Monday the 23rd of January what class students will be in and who their class teacher is.
Bushfire Risk Area
Good Shepherd Catholic School is in a bushfire risk area. As part of our commitment to safety, the school has a clearly defined bushfire plan. This includes lockdown and evacuation procedures. The school also follows a maintenance plan where guttering and downpipes are cleared regularly.
Christmas Wishes
Although I have only been at Good Shepherd for 6 months I have felt so welcomed that it feels like home. I would like to thank staff and families for their ongoing support to make our school the great place it is. One of the amazing things I have loved about Good Shepherd is that we cater to the “many gifts” our students have by offering a diverse program. I believe that through our diverse program we endeavour for each child to achieve their academic potential while ensuring that we place high priority on developing their spiritual, social and emotional well-being. I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and hope that you get to have some quality time as a family.
God Bless
Nic Gaglia
Principal
2023 Staff List
Please see below staffing for 2023. Class allocations will be sent to families prior to the commencement of the 2023 school year.
Administration |
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| Principal | Mr Nic Gaglia |
| Assistant Principals | Mrs Lisa Deans & Mrs Katie Smith-Webb |
| Finance | Mrs Adelina Kusabs – Finance Officer Mrs Siobhan Darge – Finance Assistant |
| Administration | Mrs Jenny Lazzaroni – Administration Officer Mrs Caroline Hiss – Administration Assistant |
Classroom Staff |
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| Kindergarten B | Mrs Danielle Glazbrook Mrs Leanne Barns & Allanah Dedman |
| Kindergarten W | Mrs Stefania Musbah Mrs Jenny Lord & Mrs Katrina Dalzell |
| Pre Primary B | Ms Jill Pearce & Mrs Krystle Neal Mrs Bell Simeoni |
| Pre Primary W | Mrs Luisa Panaia & Mrs Lorena Princi Mrs Susanna Ammendolea |
| Year 1B | Miss Amy Naylor Mrs Caroline Hiss |
| Year 1W | Miss Emily Paterniti Mrs Wendy Pedulla |
| Year 2B | Mrs Sarah Andrew |
| Year 2W Year 2 Education Assistant |
Mrs Katrina Jenkins & Mrs Tara Ryan Mrs Caren Mahoney |
| Year 3B | Miss Kristen Pesce |
| Year 3W Year 3 Education Assistant |
Mrs Elisa Mitchell Mrs Carmel Bova |
| Year 4B | Mrs Gabrielle Causerano & Mrs Cara Dilena |
| Year 4W Year 4 Education Assistant |
Mrs Rebecca Morrell Mrs Connie Mezzatesta & Mrs Jackie Huntington |
| Year 5B | Mrs Krystel Barlow & Mrs Fran Atkinson |
| Year 5W Year 5 Education Assistant |
Miss Davina Sanka Mrs Siobhan Darge |
| Year 6B | Mrs Chris Caridi |
| Year 6W Year 6 Education Assistant |
Miss Kate Luscombe Mrs Janet Klaver |
Specialist Staff |
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| Special Needs & EAL/D Coordinator | Mrs Lisa Manifold |
| Gifted and Talented | Mrs Siobhan Kelly |
| Literacy Support Coordinator & Reading Recovery | Ms Helen Lornie |
| Sports Coordinator | Mr Oliver Blatchford |
| Science Coordinator | Mrs Siobhan Kelly |
| HASS Teacher & GECKOS Coordinator | Mrs Rebecca Michaelson |
| Music | Mrs Vanessa Reedman |
| ECE | Mrs Luisa Panaia |
| Maths Coordinator | Miss Kristen Pesce |
| Library Technician | Mrs Helen Tomazin |
| ICT Coordinator | Mrs Iolanda Jennings |
| Social Worker / School Chaplaincy | Mrs Ann Cutler |
| Education Assistants / Support Staff | Mrs Susan Beros Mrs Tracy Mellican Mrs Shannon Nash Mrs Italia Vaccaro Mrs Melissa Vidovich Mrs Helen Millard Ms Tara Guerriero |
| Canteen / Uniform Shop | Mrs Debbie Aden & Mrs Michelle Naughtin |
| Groundsman | Mr Vince Bentley |
Meet and Greet - 30 January 2023
On Monday 30th January 2023, you and your child/ren are invited to visit the school between the times 1.00 – 3.00pm to meet the teacher and drop off any books and stationery.
This short visit will help familiarise your child and also ease the load on the first day of school.
If you are unable to visit at this time please bring all requirements on the first day of school, Wednesday 1st February.
Dates to Remember
Uniform Shop Open
Monday 23rd January : 9.00 - 11.00 am
Campion Book Supplies School Collection
Monday 23rd January : 8.15am - 9.15 am
2023 Term Dates:
Term 1
Wednesday 1st February : Students return to school
Friday 3rd March : Pupil Free Day
Monday 6th March : Public Holiday - Labour Day
Monday 3rd April : Parent Interviews - Early close 12.30 pm
Thursday 6th April : Last day for students
Friday 7th April : Public Holiday - Good Friday
Term 2
Tuesday 25th April : Public Holiday - Anzac Day
Wednesday 26th April : Students return to school
Monday 5th June : Public Holiday - WA Day
Tuesday 6th June : Pupil Free Day
Friday 30th June : Last day for students
Term 3
Monday 17th July : Pupil Free Day
Tuesday 18th July : Students return to school
Friday 22nd September : Last day for students
Term 4
Monday 9th October : Pupil Free Day
Tuesday 10th October : Students return to school
Friday 8th December : Last day for students
Please click HERE to view the School Calendar located on our Website.
Music Scholarship Congratulations
Chisholm Music Scholarship
Congratulations to Ethan for receiving a music scholarship to Chisholm Catholic College on trumpet. They only give 2 – 3 music scholarships a year. This is a very competitive scholarship to receive.
Churchlands Senior High School
Congratulations to Mikelti for not only receiving placement into Churchlands Gifted and Talented program for music on alto saxophone, but for also receiving their one and only scholarship!
The Churchlands Foundation sponsors and supports a program of scholarships and grants that has been made possible through the Solar Power to Scholarships Project. The installation of a large solar panel system has allowed savings from reduced electricity costs to be directed to scholarships and grants for Churchlands Senior High School students and staff.
Up until 2022, the Foundation has been able to offer 15 music scholarships to students in the Gifted and Talented Program. In 2023, the Foundation will be expanding the program to support deserving students and staff to work towards their education and teaching goals. Churchlands Foundation scholarships will support individual educational attainment, recognising excellence and endeavour. Grants will offer support for special projects, events or opportunities.
The Churchlands Foundation GATE Music Scholarship is valued at $3500 and will provide a sum of $2000 in the first year of the program in Year 7 and $500 in the consecutive years up Year 10.
John Forrest Specialist Music Program
Congratulations to Lylah on receiving placement into the John Forrest specialist music program on clarinet. This program has over hundred applications and is also highly competitive.
La Salle College Band Program
Congratulations to Sienna (flute), Hendrix (trumpet), Mikeila (flute), and Khloe (flute), on receiving placement into the La Salle College band scholarship program.
Faction Points
| Noonan | 1111 |
| Maali | 1267 |
| Foley | 809 |
| Francis | 1067 |
Message from the Year 6 Senior Leaders
Camp was exquisite we were able to do archery, big swing, beach activities, mini games at night time and even more amazing activities on camp. We would like to thank the P&F for all the support and the opportunities had like: the Colour Run, pizza parties, disco and the movie night. This Tuesday we went to Adventure World and had an amazing day. Our favourite rides and slides were: Kraken, Abyss, Black widow and other amazing race slides. On Monday we had the graduation mass, we would like to thank Mr Gaglia, Mrs Caridi, Mrs Smith-Webb and all the people who gave the awards. Finally, thank you Good Shepherd. We leave with lots of happy memories of our time here. Have a Merry Christmas and a safe new year.
From Raoul, Lucas and Ethan
Kids Newspaper
Reporting 2022 - SEQTA Engage
2022 End of Year Reports were released yesterday and can be viewed through SEQTA Engage. To log into your account go to https://gsl.coneqt-p.cathednet.wa.edu.au/ and enter your username and password. Our Good Shepherd home page will appear and any existing reports can be found in the ‘Reports’ Tab.
2022 End of Year Reports will be released on Thursday December 8. Parents will receive notification when the Reports are released and can be viewed through SEQTA Engage. We strongly encourage parents to save an electronic copy of their child’s reports or print hard copies. When a student leaves the school parents will no longer be able to access SEQTA Engage once the roll over for the new school year occurs.
P&F Page
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Wednesday night saw Good Shepherd hold its annual Christmas concert. What a wonderful evening it was being entertained by all the students.
Thank you to all who attended; purchased candles and enjoyed the delicious food trucks.
With your ongoing support and purchases, the P&F were able to make a donation to Wheelchair for Kids!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
As this is our last newsletter for 2022, the P&F would like to take the opportunity to thank you all for your continued support over the year. We hope the last week of term brings all the craziness of fun in the lead up to the silly season. Stay safe these holiday s and enjoy some family time over the Christmas holidays! We can’t wait to see you all again in 2023! P.S it is never too late to join us at a meeting or event.
YEAR 6 GRADUATION DINNER DANCE
Each year the P&F contribute to the year 6 Graduation dinner dance with supper supplied. This was held on Monday night and we would like to extend our thanks to our Year 5 parents for assisting in serving and organizing the food. The beginning of our Year 6’s final weeks as the leaders of the school. Their dancing was impressive and everyone had a blast!
CONGRATULATIONS YEAR 6
Congratulations Year 6 graduates! Your high school adventure awaits!
Booklists 2023
Open pencil case with zipper full of stationery on white background. Vector illustration.
Booklists for students 2023 have been sent home with your child.
The booklist is available through Campion as per the same process as last year. Parents will have several options to purchase and receive their Booklist prior to attending school on the first day, being Wednesday 1st February 2023. Simply tick the items you wish to purchase on the lists provided. Please note there are specific textbooks for year levels that must be purchased for 2023 as itemised on your booklists.
Options for ordering are:
1. Online Order Options (www.campion.com.au - School Code JBB6)
- School Pick Up You can place your order online by 15th December 2022 and then pick up your package from the Undercover Area on Monday 23rd January 2023 between the hours of 8:15 am until 9:15 am.
- Delivery Options Order online by the 15th December 2022 and delivery to your home or business FREE of charge. Orders placed after 15th December 2022 may incur a fee.
2. Paper Form Order You can pre-order your booklist by returning the form to school via the Admin Express Post Box located in the undercover area by 9th December 2022. Your package can then be collected from the Undercover Area on Monday 23rd January 2023 between the hours of 8:15 am until 9:15 am.
3. While You Wait Collection Service
Collection can be arranged at Malaga and Willetton stores, please see the booklist for details.
For further information please ensure you read carefully the information on the booklist provided for your child. If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
Birthdays
The following have celebrated a birthday recently/ will celebrate a birthday by the end of 2022. We wish them a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Silva PPW
Siane 5B
Aiden 1W
Oliver 2B
Aaliyah 2B
Chloe 3B
Caoimhe 3W
Aidan 2W
Annalise KW
Liam KB
Evie PPW
Pia 1W
Noah 3W
Olivia 4W
Edie PPW
Leo 1W
Lucas 6W
Alby 6W
Valentina 5b
Sienna 6B
Khloe 5W
Elijah 1B
Keira 2B
Allegra PPB
Charlie PPW
Frederick 2B
Aria 4B
Andy 2W
Enrico 4B
Catherine 3B
Natalie PPB
Jack 6W
James 1B
Samuel 1W
Caleb 2B
Romeo 4B
Paris 1W
Josaphat 3B
Marissa 4B
Fiona KB
Sidney 2B
Jack 4W
Jayden 2B
Janelle 4W
Raghavi 6B
Luca PPW
Mrs Dalzell
Mrs Neal
Mrs Anderson
Mrs Caridi
Mrs Dilena
Students Not Attending in 2023
If your child will not be attending Good Shepherd Catholic School in 2023 you are asked to please notify the school office in writing as soon as possible.
Enrolments - Kindergarten 2024
Children born between 1st July 2019 and 30th June 2020 are eligible for Kindergarten 2024. Kindergarten enrolments are now being accepted at the School Office.
Application forms can be obtained via the school website HERE or by phoning the School Office on 6278 9500.
Applications close Tuesday 28th February 2023
La Salle College - Christmas Carols
Midvale Hub - Parenting Service
Meerilinga Beechboro Early Learning Programs
VacSwim
Enrolments are now open for VacSwim swimming lessons during the summer school holidays. VacSwim offers fun lessons at beach or pool locations. They are a great school holiday activity and they teach valuable safety skills to help keep your child safe in the water. Enrol at education.wa.edu.au/vacswim
Facebook & Instragram
Good Shepherd Lockridge has its own Facebook and Instagram Page. Please like our page and follow us as we begin to use this social forum to update you on information and current events happening within our wonderful school.
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