Wellbeing News
The following information has been taken from the World health Organisation:
World Mental Health Day, 10 October 2023, is an opportunity for people and communities to unite behind the theme ‘Mental health is a universal human right” to improve knowledge, raise awareness and drive actions that promote and protect everyone’s mental health as a universal human right.
Good mental health is an integral part of our health and wellbeing. Good mental health allows us to cope with challenges, connect with others and thrive throughout our lives. It’s vital and deserves to be recognised and respected.
Beyond Blue definition of Mental health
Throughout the year our Social Emotional Learning and Health lessons help and assist our students to learn how to express their feelings and act on those emotions in a positive way, seeking support when needed. The children have the opportunity to reflect on how they are feeling through our wellbeing surveys and activities completed in class.
The following link is a Wellbeing booklet produced by the Queensland Government and the Department of Education that you might like to read and you may find some helpful activities to support your child’s wellbeing.
Religious Education News
It was great being back at St Catherine’s last week and lovely seeing all of the students' smiling faces at our beginning of the term prayer service on Wednesday afternoon. The theme for our prayer service was “Let your light shine.” The students were encouraged to reflect on all of the things they have achieved so far this year and think about how they are going to shine this term. Each class was given a snapdragon seedling to nurture in their classrooms as a visual reminder how we all grow and change and the importance of supporting each other this term. Mrs Moore shared the work completed by the students who represented our school at the Ethics Olympiads last term and presented them with their certificates of participation.
Please mark the following dates in your diary for this month:
Thursday 26th October - Grandparents and Special Friends Morning
Tuesday 31st October - Socktober
Grandparents & Special Friends Day
Parents we will be celebrating Grandparents and Special Friends day again this year on the 26th October. Please offer a warm welcome to your family members or special friends inviting them to come along. We appreciate some grandparents may not be able to make it so parents are welcome to attend to celebrate with the children. We always look forward to sharing and celebrating our learning and our school community with others.
Please note the asphalt area will be open for parking for visitors from 9:00am. It is important not to enter earlier as the students will still be arriving at school. Please only park in this area if visitors are unable to walk longer distances as spaces are limited. Visitors are also welcome to park in the church car park.
We are looking forward to celebrating with you all.
Maree Hills
Catholic Mission Month : Socktober Tuesday 31st October
We are excited to announce that our school is once again participating in Socktober, an inspiring initiative of the Catholic Mission. Socktober is a meaningful way for our students to engage with social justice and the very important work of global mission.
This year, the focus of Socktober's fundraising efforts is on Timor-Leste. Specifically, the proceeds will benefit vulnerable young people attending a medical clinic and a children's home in Venilale. Our contributions can help children who truly need it to access better health, nutritional and educational outcomes, showcasing the spirit of solidarity that defines our school community.
The following link provides further information about the island of Timor Leste
On Tuesday 31st October we are inviting the students to be creative for our Socktober day fundraiser and bring along a gold coin donation. The students are to wear their school uniform on the day and are encouraged to use socks in creative ways, for example in their hair, wear odd socks or decorate a pair of old socks.
During the day the students will have the opportunity to participate in some fun activities that will be organised by our Year 6 leaders. All students will have their names entered into a draw to win prizes on the day.
Thank you for your continued support in making Socktober 2023 a success at our school. Together, we can create positive change and teach our students the importance of empathy and kindness.
Yours sincerely,
Maree Hills