Class News
Foundation JH & 1/2HB
On Tuesday the 18th of March, the firefighters came to visit 1/2HB and Foundation for their second visit at school.
First, we all went to the learning hub and they taught us what to do in a real fire. If your clothes catch on fire, you have to stop, drop, cover and roll!
Next, we went out onto the courts to the fire truck. We got to use the hose, go in the fire truck and look at all of the equipment. The best thing was spraying water with the hose. The water went up high and went all over the playground.
Finally, we got to ask the firefighters some questions and took a picture together. We said thankyou and gave them a special certificate.
We had a great visit and learnt a lot about fires, fire safety and fire trucks!
3/4JB
Summarising Superstars!
This week, 3/4JB have been sharpening their summarising skills! The students have been reading a variety of different texts and using the Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then strategy to create clear and concise summaries.
They have been challenging themselves to write summaries with a minimum of 20 words, making sure to include only the most important parts of the story. This has helped them focus on key details while improving their comprehension and writing skills.
It’s been fantastic to see 3/4JB’s dedication and growth as they become expert summarisers. Keep up the great work!
5/6
St Patrick’s Mass - St Patrick’s Cathedral 21/03/24
On Friday 21st March, our Year 6 students attended the St. Patrick’s Day Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral hosted by Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools. St Patrick’s Cathedral was filled with students from Catholic schools across Melbourne, making it a truly remarkable celebration. This special day was a fitting conclusion to Catholic Education Week and also marked the unveiling and blessing of the new icon of St Patrick.
It was amazing to experience Mass in a beautiful cathedral. Archbishop Peter A Comensoli officially welcomed all schools and called us to turn to the light of Christ. He reminded us that in times of uncertainty Patrick turned his face to the light, putting his trust in God’s goodness and nurturing the seeds of faith wherever he found them. This was followed by the school banner procession. All schools participated in the banner processions, with our Earth and Spirit Leaders representing St Catherine’s. Many different schools participated in the mass with students reading prayers, playing music, and singing. At the end of Mass, our Year of Jubilee Teacher and Student Ambassador received a special blessing from the Archbishop and promised to lead our school as pilgrims of hope this Jubilee year.
After Mass we went to the Treasury Gardens where there was some onstage entertainment and lawn activities for the students. We had a great day out.
FJH
Congratulations to Molly for an incredible start to Term One at Saint Catherine’s Primary School. Your positivity, hard work, and kind spirit have truly made a difference.
Congratulations to Liam for an amazing start to Grade 3, always giving his best effort, seeking help when needed, and setting a fantastic example for his classmates!
Congratulations to Oliver for growing in confidence, becoming a wonderful role model to younger peers, and consistently excelling by challenging himself in his learning!
Congratulations to Hannah for being a kind and inclusive classmate, always quick to lend a hand and ensuring everyone feels welcome in every activity!
June - for her dedication to learning, continuous academic improvement, and growth across all areas of the curriculum this term.
Aidan - for demonstrating resilience and a strong ability to challenge himself in Mathematics. His positive attitude toward learning and determination to seek clarification ensure he approaches each task to the best of his ability.
Isabella - for her determination in tackling challenging tasks and her commitment to developing a growth mindset. Her perseverance and willingness to give tasks a go reflect her dedication to learning.