St Patrick's Primary School Stratford eNewsletter

Dear Parents, Guardians and Carers,

This week has been a huge week at St Patrick’s, especially for our Year 6 students. This week has been Shakespeare performance week. Our Year 6 students, along with those from Stratford Primary School, have been preparing for this week since February. During that time, the students have had weekly rehearsals and have used class time to practice and learn their lines for the show. The performance this year was titled ‘O Day at Stratford High’ and tells the story of the local Stratford Year 6 students attending orientation day at Stratford High. Orientation Day is the first time that they have experienced class periods with varied cohorts of students. Each period is a different subject matter and different Shakespearean content is woven through each class. Stories such as Hamlet, The Merchant of Venice, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth and Caesar are covered throughout the play.

All the St Patrick’s students and staff attended the first performance on Wednesday and thoroughly enjoyed it. This year’s play had a lot of dialogue for the students to learn and I was amazed at how well they did this. The play also involved several dance routines, which looked really effective. I am super proud of all the Year 6 students for the work that they have put in and for the courage that they have shown performing in front of large crowds. Their third and final performance is on at the Mechanics Hall tonight at 6pm. We wish them all the best!

Shakespeare Faire Day

This Sunday 5^th May is the Shakespeare Festival Faire Day from 10.00am until 3.00pm. This is a fabulous event that involves a grand variety of traditional arts and crafts, food and beverages, fresh produce, together with exhibitions and displays.

Some of the features of the day include:

• Children’s games on the “Village Green”
• Local stalls and demonstrations
• Street performers, exhibitions, and buskers
• Instrumental and vocal ensembles

As you are all aware, St Patrick’s is holding a Lucky Jars stall. Thank you to everyone who donated a jar or two, they all look fabulous, and I know that they will be well sought after. Thank you also to the parents and students that have volunteered their time to work at the stall, your support is greatly appreciated.

I encourage all families to come along and join in the fun of the day and support the local Stratford community!

Mother’s Day Afternoon

Next Friday 10^th May, St Patrick’s will be hosting a Mother’s Day afternoon. All mums and carers are invited to attend. The event will start at 2pm with a shared afternoon tea in the multi-purpose room, where you will be treated to a tea or coffee and some delicious treats. Following afternoon tea, you are all invited to attend your child’s classroom for the afternoon where you will join in a special Mothers’ Day activity. For those of you that have more than one child at the school, you are welcome to move from class to class as you please. It would be great to see many of you attend this special event and I know that your child/ren will love having you at school. If you are coming, please enter via the double gates on Dixon Street and sign in on your way.

Lawn Bowls

Over the past month or so, our Year 5 students have been involved in weekly lawn bowls sessions at the Stratford Lawn Bowls Club. We have had fabulous support from some of the members of the club, who have provided expert guidance and coaching.

Recently, 6 of our Year 5 students were selected to compete in the East Gippsland Lawn Bowls Final at Bairnsdale Lawn Bowls Club. The team, made up of Max Bartlett, Riley Bartlett, Koby Dorning, Charlie Gartung, Will Longmuir and Charlie McKinley, played games against Paynesville PS, Lindenow PS, Swan Reach PS and Eagle Point PS. The team performed very well on the day, winning one game, drawing two and losing another. Unfortunately, the team missed out on a Semi-Final spot by one point. Despite this, the team thoroughly enjoyed the day and have developed a keen interest in the sport. St Patrick’s looks forward to continuing its association with the Stratford Lawn Bowls Club and promoting the game of lawn bowls with the younger generation.

Kind regards,

Joel

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Go to: www.stpstratford.catholic.edu.au

Friday 3rd May	Shakespeare Performance - Year 6 Students only
Monday 6th May	HDSSA Cross Country
Tuesday 7th May	Parent Support Group Meetings Mothers day stall - 8.30am and 3.30pm
Wednesday 8th May	Parent Support Group Meetings Class Mass - Foundation & Year 5 9.15am Reconciliation for Confirmation Candidates - 6.00pm
Thursday 9th May	Mothers Day Stall 8.30am & 3.30pm
Friday 10th May	School Photos - Arthur Reed Photography 9.00am - 12.30pm Mothers Day Afternoon Tea 2.00pm - 3.30pm
Wednesday 15th May	Class Mass - Year 1 & 3/4A 9.15am Confirmation Final Workshop and Practice 6.0pm - Cathedral
Sunday 19th May	Sacrament of Confirmation 9.30am - Cathedral
Monday 20th May - Friday 24th May	Catholic Education Week
Monday 20th May	St Patrick's Open Day 9.00am - 11.00am
Thursday 23rd May	St Patrick's Open Day 9.00am - 11.00am
Friday 24th May	HDSSA Winter Sports Peace Mass - Catholic College Sale 11.00am
Monday 27th May	2025 Enrolment Interviews
Tuesday 28th May	2025 Enrolment Interviews
Wednesday 5th June	Class Mass - Year 6, 3/4B, Year 2 - 9.15am
Thursday 6th June	Region Cross Country - Drouin
Friday 7th June	Pupil Free Day - No school for students
Monday 10th June	Kings Birthday - Public Holiday
Friday 21st June	Tuckshop
Friday 28th June	Last day of Term 2 - Finish at 2.30pm
Monday 15th July	Term 3 Commences No Buses Running
Friday 20th September	Last day of Term 3 Finish at 2.30pm
Monday 7th October	Term 4 Commences
Wednesday 18th December	Last day for Students
Friday 20th December	Last day for Staff

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School Photos 2024 - St Patrick's Primary School

Annual school photos including sibling photos will be taken by Arthur Reed Photos on Friday 10th May 2024.

Students to wear full winter uniform including green woollen jumpers.

There is no need to return any forms or money to school.

Unique image codes will be issued to all students on/after photo day so families can register online to view images when they become available in the webshop.

Registration is simple, just follow the 3 simple steps on your child’s personalised flyer once you receive it and remember to add the codes for all your children attending this school.

When images are ready to view and in the webshop, all parents who have registered will be notified by SMS and email.

Once registered, please wait for notification that 2024 images are online to view before making your purchase.

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There is a range of payment options at St. Patrick’s. However, the preferred method of payment for families is by direct debit.

Families on direct debit may need an adjustment to their payment. Please check your school fee statement for your current balance.

If paying by instalment, please see dates listed below:

2nd Instalment due: Friday 26th July 2024

3rd Instalment due: Friday 25th October 2024

Thank-you to families who have been prompt with their payments.

School Fee Statements are emailed on the first of every month. Please contact the school office if you are not receiving your school fee statement.

The key thing to remember when it comes to meeting payment commitments is to keep the school informed if anything changes. If at any time you have a concern about school fees and levies, please contact the school office to discuss the issue.