St Joseph's Newsletter
29th June 2022
Principal's Message
OP shop
We are in dire need of assistance in the op shop- We require volunteers for working a half day or even a full day. No experience or training necessary! We are rostered on three days per month. If you - a member of your extended family or even just some friends are able to offer assistance it would be greatly appreciated. It is a great way to meet new people and to be part of our community.
The funds that we receive from the op shop go directly to the needs of the students. Please if you are willing to be put on a roster of helpers it would be really appreciated.
Please let Jan-Marie know if you or someone you know would be available to assist us.
Check it out on Facebook
Teresa Rush
Principal
Matariki Concert
Please ensure students are at the College at 4:45. Parents are welcome to stay and watch the concert. Masks are recommended.
Please ensure your child has eaten and had a drink before they arrive.
St Joseph's are preparing and gathering in D4
Where: Waihi College Hall
When: Wednesday 29th June
Doors Opening: 5pm
Estimated Finishing time: 7.30/8pm
Parking: Please park at the front of the school or at the gym. Do not park behind B block/near the Whare as it causes major congestion.5:30 audience seated for concert
5:45 Welcome
6:00 Concert starts - We are the 5th performance.
After we have preformed please come and collect your child promptly from D4. Please ensure you sign out with the classroom teacher. You are then welcome to stay and enjoy the rest of the concert or return home.
The concert will be live streamed for families to watch from home.
https://www.facebook.com/Matariki-Waihi-102737956454359
Sausage Sizzle & Drink Sale: The college Senior Development Netball team is raising funds for a new set of netball uniforms, so bring along a gold coin if you'd like a sausage and a drink!
Cross Country
CATHOLIC CORNER
Last Sunday the theme of the gospel was discipleship. Following in the footsteps of Jesus is no easy task. Each day we make choices -for ourselves and for others. When Jesus called for his first apostles, they were out fishing. Dropping their nets and leaving their families, they went to follow Jesus. This Wednesday we celebrate the Feast Day of Saints Peter and Paul. Peter became our first Pope while Paul was known for his missionary journeys and the Letters he wrote to his followers. Many times they were challenged in their faith and often they made mistakes but their lives were centered on God. Just like the apostles, we are called to put Jesus first in our lives…to go out and share our faith by our words and actions.
DRS
Linda Hughes
Upcoming Events
29th June - Matariki Concert, 5pm
1st July - Dawn viewing, 6am, Bowentown
8th July - End of Term 2
25th July - Term 3 starts
SPORTS
Return slips
These slips are due - please return
- Year 5/6 Football
- Year 3/4 Basketball
Netball
Netball year 1-4 will finish at the end of the term. Thank you to our coaches and players.
Senior Netball will continue in term 3 for 2 weeks.
Waimata Netball Tournament
We wish our 11 students representing the school on Friday, all the best. Thank you Mrs Hughes, and the parent helpers.
Basketball
The Year 5 & 6 finals are on tomorrow. A big thank you to Tash Smith for taking the team to the Events Centre over the last few weeks. This could not of happened without you!
Football/Soccer
A reminder to the Year 3 & 4 football team to bring your uniform tomorrow.
Students arriving late or leaving early
There is a book in the office which needs to be signed by parents if they are dropping their child off after 9am and if they are leaving school early with them.
It is very important that this procedure is followed to keep all our tamariki safe.
Sushi will be available this Friday. $5 per box
July Holiday's Camp
Edventure Young Explorers Camp.
July 18th - 22nd, 8-13yr olds, $525
OSCAR Available
We have an awesome week planned that includes rock climbing, archery, target shooting, bush walks, orienteering, team building and confidence activities.
A typical "Kiwi Outdoors" camp with an emphasis on mountain safety and bush survival skills.
Planned and run by local teacher Todd Burton and based at Aongatete Outdoor Education Centre, this one's going to be awesome!
drop off / pick up Hamilton, Tauranga, or at the venue.
More info and to book now visit www.edventure.co.nz, phone 02102241576 or email mark@edventure.co.nz
See you on your next EDVENTURE
Email: office@wsj.school.nz
Phone: 07 863 8653