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Book Week is next week (19th -23rd August)! A few things to remember:
- The Scholastic Book Fair is on next Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in the library. Please see the flyer below with times and payment information.
- Our Book Week Dress Up Day is next Friday 23rd August. Students should come to school dressed as a book character. There will be a parade in the hall at 9:15am.
- Please send in any entries for the Book Week competitions to the library. It is filling up with amazing creations and is well-worth a visit!
Harry Laing
St Francis students are looking forward to having Harry Laing visit the school next Monday 19th August, as part of our Book Week celebrations. Throughout the day he will be speaking with all students from preschool to Year 6 about his books and writing. He comes highly recommended as an engaging and motivating speaker who encourages children to love reading and writing. If you are interested in purchasing his books to read with your child, click on the following link: https://harrylaing.com.au/workshops/shop/
Story Box Library
Remember that all students at our school have access to a Storybox Library Subscription. This can be accessed through www.storyboxlibrary.com.au and includes some really great quality literature.
Please use the following to login:
Username: StFrancisCalwell Password: Calwell2905
Scrolling down the page you will see the CBCA Books of the Year that the students have been reading in library and that are being celebrated during Book Week this year.
Alison Bond
St Francis of Assisi Primary School
Teacher Librarian
Dear Families,
Please see the attached flyer for our upcoming Father's Day Afternoon BBQ.
Please use this link to indicate attendance and pre-order your BBQ items! It is important for catering so PLEASE ensure you complete the survey!
We are also seeking some help for cooking the BBQ, serving, setting and packing up. Remember many hands make light work! Please consider signing up to help via this link. Come on mums this is how you can get involved - then we put the pressure on the dads for Mother's Day next year!
Looking forward to seeing many of our FATHER FIGURES here to celebrate with us, sorry MUMS this one isn't for you (unless you are volunteering!)
The 5/6 boys’ basketball talent was on display at our last basketball hurrah for the year at the Jamie Pearlman Cup on Thursday at Tuggeranong stadium. Our 4 teams rose to the challenge, giving it their all against some tough competition. All teams had some wins and losses, or some draws. The Year 6 Blue team, coached by Mitch Slingsby and Erin Steele, made it to the quarter final after 3 straight wins, although after winning the Quarter had to go right back on for the semi against Gowrie, who came away with the win. The boys put up a fantastic fight and showed great perseverance and determination. All the boys had a great time on and off court, played their best, tried new things and displayed excellent sportsmanship. Well done to all the boys! We are very proud of you!
We are very grateful to Mitch, Erin Steele, Clare Way and Mrs Way for coaching on the gala day and training the boys this term. Thanks to Mrs Thomas and parents who were able to help on bench and support the boys at the gala day. Thanks parents and kids for being at the stadium ready for our early 8am games! Once again, a huge thank you to Erin and Mrs McArthur for their tremendous behind the scenes organisation, and for all their hard work to give more kids the opportunity to play more sport.
Year 4 Lightning are having a great season! They continue to improve their netball skills and support each other with excellent teamwork.
Last weeks award winners from round 9 were Lily Hunter and Georgia Ball. Well done girls on being good sports and playing well!
Each fortnight we will share some of our Child Safety tips. Please have a read and reach out to Mrs Annie McArthur, the school Child Safe Advocate, if needed.
The Tharwa Bush Fair is back for 2024! Mark your calendars for Sunday 8 September, from 10am to 2pm, and join us for a day of fun activities and entertainment.
To make the fair a success, we need your help! We're looking for volunteers for various tasks, including:
- Cake stall sales
- Raffle sales
- Face painting and glitter tattoos (no prior experience necessary)
- Hook-a-duck stall
- Set up and pack down.
If you’re available to assist, please email tharwapreschoolbushfair@outlook.com.au with your availability as soon as you can. Feel free to include any family members or friends who may also be interested in volunteering.
The Tharwa Preschool P&C and Tharwa Community greatly appreciate any time you can offer.
Thank you for your support!
