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In Year One we have been learning about how God shows his love for us in the things he created.

The Pre Primary classes enjoyed an excursion to Cicerello's Fremantle last week.  We had the opportunity to touch starfish, sea apples, crayfish and even a shark! Then we went to the beach for a beach-combing activity where we found rocks, sea sponge, seaweed, cuttlefish and much more. Finally we enjoyed a delicious fish and chip lunch before the long drive home.

In our Religious Education lessons this term, the Kindy students have been looking into God’s wonderful sea creations. We discovered how clever God is, creating many different sea creatures of many sizes, shapes and colours, as well as the beautiful seaside and all the natural treasures of the sea.

We have read many Bible stories about the sea and other bodies of water, including Noah’s Ark and the Loaves and the Fishes. We have sung a Sea Prayer and, this week, we will be talking about Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan River.

In Year Four, we have been learning about sustainability and ways to protect the environment.  We have been looking after the school vegetable garden which we planted last term and have taken an active role in supporting Nude Food Days by collecting the food scraps from around the school and either putting them in the worm farm or using them for compost.  We have got some cherry tomatoes ripening, baby carrots peeking out from under the soil and in the last couple of days some snow peas have begun to grow.  We are coming up with new ideas to take care of our common home as Pope Francis has asked us to in his letter, Laudato Si’.  Tomorrow, we are going to the zoo to explore some of the different animals that are found across the globe and the variety of vegetation they need to survive, particularly in Africa.

Year Three have been busy preparing for our First Reconciliation coming up in a few weeks.  We have been learning about the format and trying to memorise the sorry prayer.
 
Oh my God, I am very sorry
that I have sinned against you,
because you are so good
and with the help of your grace,
I will try not to sin again.
Amen
 
Year 3G welcomed Mrs Schreuder, from Edith Cowan University, who had been teaching us about different forms of poetry.  Below are some examples of our Haiku poems about Spring.

In Year 2, we have been learning all about people and their gifts. We have focused on our own gifts that God has given us and how we use our gifts to help those around us. We discussed and wrote a list of gifts that enable people to work and wrote cards of thanks to God for particular people who help us.

This week, Year 5 students enjoyed a visit from local volunteer firefighters of the Wanneroo Central Fire Brigade.  The Community Liaison Officer delivered a talk on the importance of applying the processes of prevention, mitigation and preparedness before opening the floor for students to ask their questions. With guidance from the accompanying volunteer firefighters, students took a tour through the fire equipment onboard both the fire engine and supporting light vehicle. Students thoroughly enjoyed taking turns operating the fire engine water hose, listening to the sirens blare and most of all learning that there are no height restrictions to join the volunteer cadets fire brigade!
A big thank you to Struan and crew from the Wanneroo Central Fire Brigade for joining us this week.

Catholic Missions Mass 2017 - Yesterday, we went to the Catholic Missions Mass at Infant Jesus Church, where we were chosen to bring up the offertory gifts.  We brought tinned food and a cheque for the sponsors: Catholic Missions, St Vincent de Paul, Caritas and Life Link.

During the Mass there were lots of hymns and songs of praise. The main part of the church lesson was about focusing on the Catholic mission fundraiser for the homeless, less fortunate people around the world. They also told us how we could help the people in poverty. After the Mass finished all the schools that attended got offered a candle that represented all four of the charities that they were supporting.  The experience we had was interesting, heartfelt and very important.

Sean, Liam and Charlotte
Year 6 Leadership

This week, we wrote our last school holiday Recount for the year. Our writing has progressed so much since Term One and we are really proud of our efforts.

As October is a month dedicated to Mary and the Rosary, the Pre Primary students were invited to talk about who Mary is and why she likes us to say the Rosary. The students were amazed at how many “Hail Mary’s” you needed to say each time the Rosary is said. Their drawings of Mary which are displayed in the classrooms seem to portray a serene and holy, special lady.