St Joseph's Payneham eNewsletter #9

Benefits of playing, talking, reading, eating and sleeping
Readiness for learning is a major influence on future success. Here are five key ways that give children a great opportunity to do well in their learning.

The Internet is essential in 21st century life for education, business and social interaction. As our children move up through the year levels their access to various types of technology increases and it stands to reason that their exploration and curiosity increases too. The positives of the digital world overwhelmingly outweigh the negatives but children, schools and parents all need to be aware of various online risks but also the amount of screen time that children have.

To our School Community

The School Board met on 20^th May for our first virtual and face to face meeting, and Simon’s first Board Meeting as Principal.

Although many events have been postponed throughout the school calendar, the P&F planned and operated their Mother’s Day stall. This was a great success, and a great job done by all involved.

It is also pleasing to see the canteen reopen and as restrictions are eased, I look forward to further activities, Sacramental programs and sports events recommencing.

The school’s marketing team continues to work hard on widening our presence in the community, with new banners and future signage.

With the onset of online learning, there has been some cause of concern regarding the additional time children spend on their devices and distractions this is having on their ability to complete work efficiently. The school will provide some useful resources to help parents/caregivers deal with young children in an online environment. Should you have any specific concerns, please communicate this with the appropriate teacher.

We have seen a major increase in traffic and incorrect parking along Marian Road and Tarcoma Avenue, partly due to additional building works and restricted entry into the school grounds. We share the road with residents and the general public, so let us please be patient and have respect for one another.

Click on link to view May 2020 Teacher Board Report

Mark Annese
School Board Chairperson

MAY
Friday 29th
SRC Casual Day in support The Adelaide Day Centre for Homeless People

JUNE
Wednesday 3rd
Canteen Committee Meeting, 9.00am
Monday 8th
Public Holiday - Queens Birthday
Tuesday 9th
P&F Committee Meeting, 6.30pm
Wednesday 17th
Mathematics Olympiad Contest, 8.30am
Thursday 18th
SRC Meeting, 2.20pm

JULY
Wednesday 1st
Semester 1 Reports go home
Thursday 2nd
End of Term 2 - Finish 3.00pm
School Holidays commence

The children have been having lots of fun and growing as learners.

Reminder that Maths Olympiad has recommenced as of week 5.
It will be held in the library each Wednesday from 8.30 - 9.00 am.

The Premier's Reading Challenge plays an important role in promoting the love of reading.
This year students are allowed to record any book that they read. Completed records are due prior  to and up to 4th September 2020. Return your completed form to have your name placed on the Premier's Reading Challenge Wall of Fame in the Library.

Support St Joseph's School Payneham and you'll be rewarded!

For the first time ever, you can choose from 3 NEW digital Memberships. The new Entertainment Memberships start anytime and are valid for 12 months from activation. Packed with thousands of substantial savings to delight and inspire. Entertainment Membership is your pass to exclusive offers and quality experiences, activities and benefits!

Your purchase of an Entertainment Membership contributes to our School.

Thank you for your continued support. There has never been a more important time to support us with our fundraising. 20% of every Entertainment Membership goes directly to our cause.
Your Membership expires June 1 - Renew to support us!

Help us achieve our goal by sharing this link with your friends and family.

Thank you for your support!

Playgroup Monday and Wednesday
Due to COVID-19 Playgroup is unfortunately cancelled for both Monday and Wednesday sessions until further notice. We apologise for the inconvenience.

Parents are reminded that Enrolment Forms should be completed for each child who will utilise OSHC this year together with a Booking Form for any permanent bookings.

Any enquiries please contact Verity Rye or Helen Crosato.

Bookings and Cancellations can be made by emailing Verity - vrye@stjopayn.catholic.edu.au or phone/messsage 0409 675 738 by 9am on the day of attendance or by 5.30pm of the previous day for the following morning session (additional fee for late notification). Alternatively, book at the Front Office Booking sheet.

A Booking fee of $10 per child will be incurred if a booking is not made by 9.00am on the day of attendance or by 5.30pm for the next morning.

A Cancellation fee of $10 will be incurred if a booking is not cancelled by the notification times set down for each session and/or if the child does not attend.

Please note, that from Week 6 OSHC will open from 7.15am.

Thank you
A big thank you to Linda and Carlo Talladira for their wonderful donation of the handmade pedestals.

Catholic Education Pathways for Year 7 and beyond

Christian Brothers College - Discover CBC
Click on link to view for further information

Loreto College Webinars
Loreto College are now hosting a Webinar Series to assist our Prospective Families in learning more about a Loreto Education and hear from our Principal and Specialist Staff.

 To register, families just need to sign up on our online form at www.loreto.sa.edu.au/college-tours.

Mary MacKillop College
ENROL NOW for 2021 and beyond

Click on link to view further information

The Canteen is now open for Recess and Lunch orders via Qkr only!

If you have any queries, please feel free to contact the front office.

Please contact Josie on 0413 313 112 if you are available to volunteer in the Canteen. Please note that the Roster is subject to changes at any time. If you are unable to volunteer on the date specified, please contact Josie so other arrangements can be made.

Click to open Price List for T2 & T3

Thank you to the Parish for their kind donation of $765.00 towards the School Building Fund and their continuing contributions to this Fund. Just a reminder that if you contribute to the Parish Planning Giving Program, then you are exempt from the annual Archdiocesan levy.

Devon Clothing Uniform Shop Modbury

School Uniform Online Ordering
In support of responsible retailing and the Government COVID-19 guidelines Devon Clothing are now offering: FREE DELIVERY
- Follow the Devon Clothing online ordering link below
- Click on your school
- Select the uniforms required
Online Ordering: http://devonclothing.com.au/stjosephssp

Shop 24, Clovercrest Plaza
Montague Road, Modbury North
T: 8350 7930
E: modbury@devonclothing.com.au

Opening Hours
9am - 5pm Monday - Friday
10.00am - 1.00pm Saturday

Devon Clothing Payment Terms for Uniform Sales and Customer Orders
All uniform sales require full payment up front
Payment options include Cash or Credit Card
Zip Pay is available for Customers preferring payment plans
Register at: accounts.zipmoney.com.au
Cheques are not accepted

Zippay link create an account

All orders below $100 require minimum $50 deposit
All orders $100 & above require full payment upon order

School Front Office purchases
School bags, hats, communication bags, scrunchies and navy headbands.

Secondhand Uniform Shop
Secondhand uniforms can be purchased from the school on Wednesdays from 3.00-3.30pm.
For further enquiries, please contact the Front Office.