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Occasionally we share as part of our newsletters the ALONG THE TRACK Reflections written by Jim Quillinan. Jim is a lovely, wise man who has a terrific way of linking the events of our time to the ancient wisdom contained in our Catholic tradition - this is called Recontextualising. I encourage you all to take a look at his latest offering, 'The Bucket List'.
World Teachers' Day is a time to recognise the hard work and dedication of all our school staff.
This has not been an ordinary school year. Thanks to the hard work of everyone involved in Catholic education in our Diocese we have been able to continue providing students with the support and resources they need to reach their full potential.
Book Week was celebrated across the country this week and it was terrific to see both staff and students get into the spirit of the day by enjoying the opportunity to dress up. The day started with a shared Google Meet of Mr.Cooper reading the short listed book 'Louie & Snippy Save the Sea' followed by our outside, social distanced Parade of Characters .... with the school chooks joining in as well.
In the middle session of the day in house Teams we rotated through activities based around three of the short-listed books while after lunch we had our annual live performance of a CBCA book. This year the book chosen by Meerkat Productions was THREE a heartwarming story of a three-legged dog. Normally we would have the performances live at our school but due to the travel restrictions Meerkat have had to be flexible so we watched the show performed live from their Sydney studios. We are happy to support this terrific small business and these performing artists in such a challenging economic time and wish them every success in the times ahead. We certainly hope to see them in the flesh in 2021 as giving our students access to live theatre is a priority for us at Lumen Christi.
We thank everyone who participated enthusiastically on the day and in particular acknowledge the contributions of Mrs.Wilson and Mrs.Colaciello.
Thank you to all our current Lumen Christi families that have submitted their enrolment forms for Prep 2021. This term we begin liaising with DOSCEL to construct our 2021 School Budget so we appreciate your support in confirming enrolments as this helps shape our financial planning. If you know of other new families planning on joining us next year please encourage them to make contact with us.
This year all enrolments will be completed on documentation provided by Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited [DOSCEL]. This support from DOSCEL enables all catholic schools to have a level of consistency but more importantly meet all legislative demands.
These forms are available online via the school website, and can be completed online PDF. If you require further support or access to the forms for 2021 Prep Enrolments please contact the office.
Click here - ENROLMENT DOCUMENTATION
We have been able to finalise our Transition Program in line with our responsibility to meet all COVID protocols. We look forward to welcoming our 2021 recruits onsite!
Just a reminder to families to remember to contact the office via phone or the school app/website to notify us if you child is away or is running late so that we can update our attendance records. Families are also encouraged to contact us prior to a planned absence (eg.appointments) so we can pre-record absent days.
With the new school office now being available to parents, any late arrivals or early dismissals can be done via the iPad in the reception foyer.
Over the course of the school closures a number of Student Medical Management Plans have expired. These typically are for Asthma and Analphyslaxis Action Plans, or medication plans.
If you are unsure if the school has a current plan or you know it is likely that your child's Asthma Plan has expired can you please use the next few weeks to organise an updated copy to be provided to the office.
If you require assistance or have questions please contact Lauren Wilson via email office@churchill.catholic.edu.au
As school returns we ask for support from parents to ensure that their children are in full summer uniform or sports uniform on the correct days. We ask for students to only wear uniform items to school.
Also a reminder that in Term 4 all students need to wear a school hat.
The Uniform Shop has good stock of items, including new and used school shoes. If you would like to purchase new items they are available via CDF-PAY link and when we return make contact with us about your uniform needs.
We appreciate your support in ensuring all children are in uniform.
The term four Parentzone Gippsland Newsletter is available to download from the Anglicare Victoria website.
Please click on the following direct link to download a copy https://www.anglicarevic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Parentzone-Gippsland-Newsletter-Term-4-2020.pdf
ParentZone Gippsland is offering the following free programs this term:
Let’s Talk about Parenting including a Dads Matter and a Parenting Teens program, Breaking the Cycle, Homework Club, and for Latrobe families – Storytime (online supported playgroup).
In addition we are excited to offer 5 single session parenting groups to Gippsland families:
- Understanding your child’s behaviour, Wednesday 14th October
- Risky Business: Tough Conversation with Teens, Wednesday 21st October
- Parenting Pre-schoolers, Monday 30th November
- Parenting Anxious Kids, Monday 7th December
- Self-Care for Parents, Monday 14th December
Parents/carers can register for one session, a few sessions, or all sessions!
To register please contact ParentZone Gippsland on 5135 9555 or email Parentzone.Gippsland@anglicarevic.org.au.
Come play tennis at the Churchill Tennis Club!
Manning Drive - Churchill
“HOTSHOTS Tennis”
A program teaching children aged 4 – 12 the basics of the game.
“Let’s Play Tennis”
A program for children aged 12 and above. Groups available for those that have never played before and for those that want to improve on their current skills.
FREE ‘Come and Try’ Session
Call for times
FREE trial lesson available for all programs.
FREE junior racquet and Hotshots t-shirt for new players
SENIOR and JUNIOR competitions starting in October
Glen: 0408762679
Sally: 0403282630