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Holy Family Primary School P&F News
4 May 2015
Term 2 Week 2
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Welcome to the second week of Term 2!
What's happening this week…
Last Friday I was very privileged to witness a very moving Anzac
Day prayer assembly presented by Year 4, the last post always
sends a chill through me but, when the kids started to sing "and
the band played waltzing Matilda" let's just say, I got something
in my eye. A big thank you to all involved in bringing it all
together.
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Presidents Message
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Mothers’ Day Breakfast
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Changes to School Bus
Services (Route 650)
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Holy Family Cookbook
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HF Gala Celebration Dinner
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School Banking for Term 2
Keep next Wednesday night (13th May) free, so you can attend
the first P&F meeting of the Term!
Page 4
The power of a sincere
compliment
Enjoy your week.
Page 5
Around the Netball Courts
Cheers,
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Cooking Corner
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Parish News
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Community News
We have a huge week this week, the school open day is on
Wednesday, the kids will hopefully stay clean for the school
photos on Thursday and we end the week with our famous
Mothers’ Day Breakfast.
Josh Mundy
Holy Family Primary School
P&F President
[email protected]
Important dates to remember
2016 Enrolment Open Day Tours - Wednesday 6th May 9.30-12.30pm and 4-6pm
ELCC Information Evenings - Tuesday 5th, Wednesday 6th and Thursday 14th May at 6:30pm
School Photos - Thursday 7th May, Family Portraits, Wednesday 6th May
Mothers’ Day Breakfast - Friday 8th May (Term 2 Week 2) from 7.45am
P&F Meeting - Wednesday 13th May at 7.30pm
Holy Family Cookbook Recipe - submissions due by 19th June
Holy Family Gala Celebration Dinner - Saturday 8th August
President: Josh Mundy
Vice President: Jaime Eaton
Secretary: Ellen Acheson
Treasurer: Paul Wood
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P & F NEWS
Mothers’ Day Breakfast 2015
LAST CHANCE
So for all those mothers and grandmothers out there please come along with your family to our wonderful
Mothers’ Day Breakfast on this Friday 8th May from 7.45am in our school’s Presentation Hall.
There will be some wonderful artwork on display in the hall made by the children for you to see.
Our chosen charity this year is Bosom Buddies ACT. There will be a range of merchandise available at the
breakfast.
Along with a light breakfast
provided, there will also be fantastic gourmet
hamper kindly donated by “HAMPER ART”. Tickets are just $2.
The money that we raise from all areas of the breakfast goes directly to Bosom Buddies ACT, which then
goes directly to helping Breast Cancer survivors in the ACT region.
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Family Name: _______________________________________________
Numbers attending breakfast: _____________ (adults) _______________ (children)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I am able to help out on (please circle)
Friday morning service 7.30am-8.30am (URGENTLY NEED 8 MORE HELPERS FOR 7.30AM)
Name of helper(s): __________________________________________________
Contact number and email: ___________________________________________
Eldest child’s name and class: _________________________________________
May we all come together and celebrate all those wonderful mothers in our Holy Family Community.
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Changes to dedicated School Bus Services from 18 May 2015
Route 650 now commences 3 minutes later at 8:01am A detailed list of these changes is now available on
the ACTION website. Should you have any queries regarding your school service please call ACTION on
13 17 10.
President: Josh Mundy
Vice President: Jaime Eaton
Secretary: Ellen Acheson
Treasurer: Paul Wood
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Images: http://www.freefoodphotos.com
We invite you to be part of our
Holy Family Cookbook...
To commemorate Holy Family's 30th Anniversary we will be
creating a beautiful professionally printed full colour cookbook.
The cookbook will be a special momento for the
school and will be made up of recipes that are
special to the families in our community. It will
be a high quality publication that is comparable
to cookbooks found in book stores.
Is there something you make that is so scrumptious
that your family can't resist?
Do you have a family meal where the plates are
always scrapped (or licked!) clean?
Or it there a recipe that holds special memory for
you or a secret family recipe that you would like to
share?
Breakfasts, soups, starters, salads, mains, desserts,
sweet treats, snacks, condiments and more…
The recipes don't need to be complicated or fancy.
If you or your family enjoy it, we ask if you could
submit the recipe as there is no doubt that other
Holy Family families will love to try it too.
You can submit your recipe in 4 easy steps:
1. Go to http://www.createacookbook.com.au/
2. Click on ‘submit recipe’
3. Choose Holy Family Primary School from
the drop down list, then click on ‘Click to
access the recipe form’.
4. Then fill out the details of your recipe.
Please include your email address and phone
number so that we can contact you if there are
any questions about your recipe. We would love
for you to include a description of why the recipe
is special to your family.
A note on copyright:
Your recipe title should be unique. There is no
copyright over ingredients in a recipe, but there is
on the method. If you are submitting a favourite
recipe from another cookbook you must write the
method in your own words, describing how you
make the recipe. If you were inspired by a
published author, please quote a source.
Please submit your recipe by the 19th June
at http://www.createacookbook.com.au/
If you have any questions, or would like to be part of putting the
cookbook together please contact Michelle Williams c/- Joel in 4 Green
or by email at [email protected]
President: Josh Mundy
Vice President: Jaime Eaton
Secretary: Ellen Acheson
Treasurer: Paul Wood
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GALA CELEBRATION DINNER
HOLY FAMILY PRIMARY SCHOOL 1985-2015
SAVE THE DATE AND SPREAD THE WORD
When: Saturday 8th August 2015
Where: Canberra Southern Cross Club, Woden
All Holy Family staff, families and friends past and present are invited to
our 30th anniversary celebrations. Please email Angela Ryan with
expressions of interest in attending. [email protected]
More details to follow.
The power of a sincere
compliment
by Michael Grose - No. 1
parenting educator
School Banking
is shooting for the stars.
It’s amazing the impact a sincere
compliment can have on the
confidence and self-esteem of a
child or young person.
At the beginning of 2015, the School Banking program launched students on a mission to save
by making regular deposits into their Youthsaver account. In just one term, over 958,000
School Banking deposits were made around Australia. It’s a fantastic result that’s seen thousands
of Australian children begin their savings mission.
Rewarding good savings behaviour with two new items
To help keep students on track with their savings mission in Term 2, we’ve released two
new awesome reward items from our Outer Space Savers range. Students just need to make
10 School Banking deposits to be able to redeem a reward item.
Invisible Ink Martian Pen
I overheard a friend tell her eightyear-old daughter last week: “You
did such a good job helping your
brother yesterday. You are such
lovely big sister!”
Intergalactic Rocket
You could win a 5 nights’ family trip to California’s Disneyland
Don’t forget, students who consistently display stellar savings behaviour by making 25 or more
School Banking deposits in 2015 will automatically go into the draw at the end of the year to win
a family trip to California’s Disneyland.
My friend’s face lit up with a smile
as she said it. She gently put her
hand on her daughter’s shoulder at
the same time. The little girl
beamed, then she went off to play.
It was a simple parenting moment
among many that my friend would
have initiated that day.
For more information visit commbank.com.au/schoolbanking
I couldn’t help thinking that it
doesn’t take much to grow kids’
self esteem and create good
feelings at home. A sincerely given
compliment has an enormous
Things to know before you Can: Conditions apply. Promotion starts 9.00am AEDT 27/1/15 and ends 11.59pm AEDT 18/12/15. Entry is open to all Youthsaver account holders aged 5–13
years who participate in CommBank’s School Banking program. Entrants under 18 must have parent/guardian consent. The draw will take place at 12.30pm AEDT on 12/1/16 at the
Promoter’s office. The first valid entry drawn will win a family trip to California’s Disneyland valued at $22,245. The winner’s name will be published in the public notices section of
The Australian on 26/1/16. Promoter is Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 of Level 2, 11 Harbour Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Full terms and conditions available
at commbank.com.au/schoolbanking NSW Permit No LTPS/14/09857; ACT Permit No TP14/04345; VIC Permit No 14/5966; SA Permit No T14/2327.
President: Josh Mundy
CBCON2257-1 School Banking A4 Letter Term 2.indd 1
Vice President: Jaime Eaton
Secretary: Ellen Acheson
17/04/2015 4:26 pm
Treasurer: Paul Wood
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impact on the person who receives it. We all grow a little taller, at least inside, when we are given a
compliment.
We also feel closer to the person who complimented us. Compliments
satisfy the deep craving we all have to be appreciated. There is one
problem. While compliments are easy to give, they are also easy not
to give. We forget. We underestimate their impact. We haven’t
developed the habit of giving compliments.
Amplify the impact
There were two things my friend did that amplified the impact of her
compliment.
1. She smiled as she gave the compliment.
2. She touched her daughter as well.
Touch will always amplify a compliment. It makes it personal. Her
mother’s smile told her daughter what her mum really felt. In fact, the
touch and smile said it all. The words reinforced the smile and touch.
The compliment was given and received through three senses –
visually, kinaesthetically and auditorily.
Tip of the week
Add Pages to Your Facebook
"Interest Lists" Instead of
Liking Them
From any Page that you would
normally decide to “Like”, you
can instead click on the little gear
tab next to the "Message" button
and "Add to Interests Lists."
The lists are private, your friends
don’t see all the pages that you
have “Liked” on their News Feed
and also reduces the size of your
News Feed. Win, win!
Source: http://lifehacker.com/5989430/add-pages-to-
That’s how kids receive all our messages – they see, they feel, they
hear – though we often focus on the words and forget the visual and
kinaesthetic.
your-facebook-interest-lists-instead-of-liking-them
Next time your child does something worthwhile take the time to give
a compliment. Smile (tell your face you are happy) and add a little touch to really let them know how you
feel. Watch your child’s reaction. It’ll have a significant impact. It doesn’t take much.
Published by Michael Grose Presentations. For more ideas, support and advice for all your parenting
challenges visit: www.parentingideas.com.au
SPORTS REPORT
Around the Netball Courts
Holy Family Netball 2015
Caramellos Year 2
The Caramello’s had a tough game this weekend, and the damp weather didn't help. Despite this, the girls
did a great job, and are really starting to get the hang of netball. Olivia and Layla both played strong games
in defence with Chloe and Aislinn playing a strong attacking game. Anna and Indy did great work on the
rebounds in the goal circle.
Jaffas Year 6
A great effort by everyone today, with excellent teamwork and fantastic defence across the court and in the
goal circle. Our skilled offence and defence, strong centre court play and giving 110% throughout the game
made for a very exciting game. Well done to everyone - looking forward to next week's game. A big thank
you to our super-subs Lucy and Sophie for helping us out this week. Go Jaffas!
President: Josh Mundy
Vice President: Jaime Eaton
Secretary: Ellen Acheson
Treasurer: Paul Wood
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COOKING CORNER
Recipe of the Week
30-minute frying pan lasagne
Prep time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 25 mins
Equipment - You will need a frying pan with a lid and flameproof handle.
Ingredients (serves 4)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 medium red capsicum, finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried oregano
410g can crushed tomatoes
3 fresh lasagne sheets, cut into thirds
125g cream cheese
100g shaved leg ham
3/4 cup grated tasty cheese
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, to serve
Method
1. Heat half the oil in an 18cm (base), heavy-based frying pan over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic
and capsicum. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add oregano and tomato.
Season with salt. Cook for 2 minutes or until heated through. Transfer to a bowl. Wipe pan clean.
2. Spread 1 side of each piece of lasagne with cream cheese. Drizzle remaining oil over base of pan.
Arrange 2 pieces of lasagne, cream cheese side-up, over base of pan. Top with one-third of the ham,
then one-quarter tomato mixture. Repeat layers, finishing with 3 pieces of lasagne then 1 layer tomato
mixture. Sprinkle with tasty cheese. Preheat grill on high.
3. Return pan to medium-low heat. Cook, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes or until lasagne sheets are tender.
Remove lid. Grill for 5 to 6 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden. Season with pepper.
Sprinkle with parsley. Serve.
Source: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/23567/30+minute+frying+pan+lasagne?ref=collections,family-friendly
PARISH NEWS
Parish Mass Times
Parish Weekend Masses: Saturdays 6pm, Sundays 8am, 10am, and 6pm.
All held at Holy Family Church Gowrie http://www.ccparish.org.au
Parish Priest: Fr Peter Day
Assistant Priest: Fr Luke Verrell
Absences: Both Robbie and Fr Luke are away in May thus adding additional pressure on the remaining
members of the parish team. Please be extra kind to those that remain during this time and also please pray
for a safe return of Robbie and Irena on 9th June.
President: Josh Mundy
Vice President: Jaime Eaton
Secretary: Ellen Acheson
Treasurer: Paul Wood
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Corpus Christi & Queanbeyan Cancer Support Groups will again be hosting the Biggest Morning Tea
after the Anointing Mass on Friday 22nd May. All proceeds to the ACT Eden Monaro Cancer Council.
The main raffle prize will be a large basket of groceries. If you are able to help by donating a
non- perishable item to this raffle it would be greatly appreciated. There is a labelled box in the foyer.
Nepal Earthquake Appeal: Our prayers and thoughts are with the communities in Nepal and neighbouring
countries. You may like to make a donation at www.caritas.org.au/nepalearthquake to provide food, shelter
and clean water and to support the long-term recovery.
COMMUNITY NEWS
ST MARY MACKILLOP COLLEGE
Valley Dragons Rugby League –
Need Players Especially Under
9’s
Harry (4W) is the only Holy Family player in his
team. His team has played 2 games and need at
least 3 more kids (to have our first sub).
Year 7, 2016 Information and Open Evening
Monday 4 May 2015
6.30pm
Wanniassa Campus
“Try MacKillop Day”
[for Year 6 students]
Thursday 7 May 2015
9.00am to 2.30pm
Wanniassa Campus
[registration via www.mackillop.act.edu.au ]
Careers Expo and
Year 11 2016 Information Evening
Wednesday 13 May Careers Expo from 4.30pm
Presentations from 6.00pm
Isabella Campus
Kids are getting a full game each week as we
have no subs (so great for fitness and
involvement levels). Under 9 is for kids turning 9
this year.
Registration is $120
U9 White – Trains Tues and/or Thurs 1730-1830
at Gowrie Oval
Every second game is at Gowrie Oval.
Age Groups with free spots
U6’s, U14’s, U15’s, U16’s & Girls U17’s are
currently all FULL.
There are still plenty of spots available in the
following age groups so spread the word as we
need to fill the teams:
Contact the Enrolment Officer on 6209 0100, email
[email protected] or visit our website
www.mackillop.act.edu.au for more information.
Wanniassa Campus – Mackinnon Street, Wanniassa
Isabella Campus – Ellerston Avenue, Isabella Plains
President: Josh Mundy
Vice President: Jaime Eaton
U7’s, U8’s, U9’s, U10’s, U11’s, U12’s, U13’s
If you would like to register to play in any of
these age groups, please contact our Registrar,
Rachael Ryan, ASAP at
[email protected]
Secretary: Ellen Acheson
Treasurer: Paul Wood
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Year 7, 2016 Enrolments
St Clare’s College
Future students are invited to “Try a Day @ St Clare’s” on Thursday, 30 April
To find out more information about this exciting day and to register your daughter, visit our home page on
www.stcc.act.edu.au
Parents and future students are invited to our Year 7 2016 Open Evening
Tuesday 5 May 2015, 4.00 – 7.30pm
Tours of the College will be held between 4.00–6.00pm and 6.30–7.30pm. An information session will be
conducted by Senior Students and the Principal, Mr Paul Carroll, between 6.00-6.30pm in the College Hall.
St Clare’s College is located in McMillan Crescent, Griffith. For further enquiries contact the Enrolment
Officer, Leonie Kelly, on 6260 9405 or visit our website on www.stcc.act.edu.au
Erindale Vikings Club – The Auditorium
Saturday 11th July 2015 Doors open at 6pm
The Silver Dragon
Mumma’s are holding
a Charity Auction
Night to raise funds
for the late Tara
Costigan’s three
children Rhiley, Drew
and Ayla. Money
raised will be placed
into their trust fund.
Tickets $50 per person or tables of 10 for $500
Contact the Silver Dragon Mumma’s on
[email protected] or refer to our facebook
page https://www.facebook.com/TarasFootyFriendsFundraiser
Ticket includes a two course meal, guest speaker and DJ
entertainment. There will be loads of auction items to bid on and
raffles to be won on the night!
Please help support this special cause and let’s come together and
raise enough funds to help secure the future of Tara’s 3 children.
Also if you would like to donate auction items for this special event please contact the above email or facebook page. Any
donations would be greatly appreciated to help support this cause.
President: Josh Mundy
Vice President: Jaime Eaton
Secretary: Ellen Acheson
Treasurer: Paul Wood
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P & F NEWSLETTER CONTRIBUTIONS
If you have anything you would like included in the P&F Newsletter, please send it to Amy via Lilly K in
1R, or email [email protected] no later than the Saturday night.
We cannot guarantee it will retain the same format unless it is sent through as a JPEG or PDF.
President: Josh Mundy
Vice President: Jaime Eaton
Secretary: Ellen Acheson
Treasurer: Paul Wood
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