School Fees
Catholic schools exist to support parents in bringing their children up in the faith and integrating our faith into their lives.

On another level Catholic schools are businesses and, as such, rely heavily on families to financially contribute to their operating costs through school fees. Federal Government policies over the past years have placed an increasing demand on school communities to contribute to the cost of their Private or Catholic school’s operating costs according to that school community’s perceived “Capacity to Contribute”.

You will be pleased to know that, in general, OLG families are considered by the Australian Government, to have quite a high Capacity to Contribute (rated equal 16th in the state out of 266 and 9th of 142 WA Catholic schools) – as a collective, they think you are comfortably off!

Mother Foundress Day 
On Wednesday the 21st of November we celebrated Blessed Frances Siedliska, the Foundress of the Sisters of The Holy Family of Nazareth. Mass was prepared beautifully by Yr 5G students. The school choir sang like Angels, conducted by Mrs Goldie and supported by Mrs Halley-Wright and David Hicks. Sr Joseph gave the homily, inviting the community to reach for true lasting happiness. She explained the way for it is to say YES to god's plans as Frances did. The homily was interwoven with the presentation played by Yr 4B,4G, 5W and 6G about Frances' Life.

God bless
Chris Kenworthy, Principal

Canteen Specials for Term 4
Masters Spearmint Milk - $2
Brownes Yoghurt Pouches (4 flavours)  - $2

Our online canteen provider Quickcliq is running a competition next week.  Parents have the chance to win $50 voucher's daily for the week.  Please see attached flyer.

Our canteen can also win one of $500 prizes if we beat our best ever total order's for the week. 

We need to place over 331 orders for the week through Quickcliq and we could win $500 for our canteen.

If you are not registered for online ordering please go the the link, register and place an order for next week.
https://quickcliq.com.au/

Congratulations to the students who received Merit Awards at last week's assembly.

Library Roster

Meath Retirement Village - Visit
On Thursday our Senior Choir, Flute Choir and Angelina Curtis performed at the Meath retirement village. 
It was a lovely worthwhile excursion, for both the students and also the retirees, who go to such an effort to welcome us and love to see the children perform. 

Parent Helpers - Morning tea
On Wednesday OLG's staff hosted a morning tea to thank our wonderful parent helpers. 

Thank you to Sabina Varricchio for donating the coffee.

Orchestra Practice has resumed each Friday after school in the Music Room! Looking forward to seeing everyone this week!
Mr Hicks

Uniform Shop: If you have received notification that your order is ready to be collected, please do so as soon as possible. Thank you.

Music Scholarships
A reminder to all interested parents from Year 4 and Year 5 to send applications for the INSTRUMENTAL SCHOLARSHIP by Friday of this week.

Congratulations to Cosimo Trichilo (6B) who is receiving a part scholarship for music to Sacred Heart.

School Photos
Dear Parents
We have been advised by Kapture Photography that all sports and/or special team photos taken this year will be removed from their website at the close of Term 4. This is your last chance to view and purchase these photographs. Please visit www.kapture.com.au and access the gallery using our school code; MZ6HLN. This code can also be used to purchase class or individual photographs should you have not ordered earlier in the year.

LAP - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
We Currently Have Positions Available for OLG Students to Join LAP
You might ask: What is LAP?
LAP is a student wellbeing program fostering learning success through a mentor approach. It is a student-centred and volunteer-based mentoring program designed to assist the specific requirements of a student in need via one-to-one learning experiences that aim to provide guidance and enrich their wellbeing and thus their learning.

It focuses on the wellbeing, emotional and social needs of students through the powerful and positive contribution of trained mentors. All LAP volunteers must complete training to participate in the program. They must have a valid Working with Children Card, follow the OLG Code of Conduct and adhere to the requirements of Confidentiality.

We are fortunate to have many volunteers at our school that are happy to commit to supporting children that would benefit from one to one time for half an hour each week. This time may be spent setting goals that will then be worked on to aim for successful learning in the classroom, it may involve the child pursuing a hobby, they may participate in confidence building activities, there are many possibilities on how the time is used. It does not involve tutoring or extra time for completion of school work.  

Potentially LAP:

• Develops positive relationships between students/mentors in a safe, one-to-one environment
• Builds confidence and self-esteem in students
• Supports the successful learning of students
• Promotes, encourages and values parent/caregiver and community commitment and participation
• Fosters and strengthens parent/caregiver and teacher relationships to benefit students
• Creates a genuine, supportive and positive school community

Please contact Nerida Hince via the email below if you think your child would benefit from participating in LAP in 2018. Participation is voluntary, and the sessions may be ongoing, long term or short-term support/help.
nerida.hince@cewa.edu.au

THIS FRIDAY!! Family Fun Night – 23rd November
Don’t miss this fun end of year event! Come along with family and friends for an end of year catch up this Friday 23rd November from 3.30pm-8.00pm at the OLG Playground. There will be face painting, garden games, food truck, parents vs kids games and music. Please RSVP via the Flexibuzz post to let us know how many kids will be coming along so we can cater accordingly.

NEXT WEEK!! P & F AGM – Wednesday 28th November
The Annual General Meeting of the Our Lady of Grace School Parents and Friends’ Association is being held on Wednesday 28th November, 2018 at 7.00pm in the OLG Staff Rooms. The quorum for the AGM requires at least 12 parents to be in attendance.

Please save the date and come along!

The purpose of the AGM is to:

1.     Confirm the minutes of the previous AGM: and

2.     Receive and consider:

-       The Executive Committees Annual Report on the Association’s activities during the preceding financial year; and

-       The financial statements of the Association for the preceding financial year (under Part 5 of the Act); and

-       A copy of the Auditors’ report on the financial statements as required to be presented for consideration (in accordance with Part 5 of the Act);

-       To elect the Office Bearers of the Assocation;

-       To appoint of remove and auditor of the Assocation (in accordance with Division 7 of the Act;

-       To confirm or vary the P & F voluntary contribution to be paid by members;

-       Any other business of which notice has been given in accordance with these rules may be conducted at the AGM

Have a great week everyone!
P&F Executive Committee

Parish Special Christmas Celebration
18th December 6pm
Calling all enthusiastic Carolers

 A perfect opportunity for us all to come together to celebrate a special time in our calendar.  We’re planning a wonderful evening of carols and need your voice! (smiles and enthusiasm also graciously accepted…)  Please come down and join our choir.  First practice is on Wednesday 31st of October 7pm in the Church.  All ages and all abilities. Any questions email Stephen stephen.lee@sglsystems.com. 
I can promise it will be fun!

PLENARY COUNCIL LAUNCH IN OUR PARISH - 24th/25th NOVEMBER AT ALL MASSES
Pope Francis has given his formal approval for the Catholic Church in Australia to hold a Plenary Council in 2020.  The Plenary Council gives us all an important opportunity to listen to what the Spirit is saying to the church in Australia.  

The First Phase towards Plenary Council is Listening and Dialogue.  We are asked to pray and be guided by the Holy spirit as we  reflect on the question; "WHAT DO YOU THINK GOD IS ASKING OF US IN AUSTRALIA AT THIS TIME?

We are going to hold several Listening and Dialogue sessions over the coming months where we can come together and share and listen about our personal experiences of faith, life and the church. Our shared insights will be submitted to the national Plenary Council website to ensure they shape the agenda for Plenary Council 2020.  

On the weekend of 24th/25th November at all masses the Plenary Council Candle will be lit at the beginning of each mass and the Plenary Council Prayer will be said asking the spirit to guide us on this journey. A short video will be screened after the homily to further explain what is Plenary Council.   A morning tea will take place after the 9.30 mass on Sunday.

The first of our Listening and Dialogue sessions will take place on Friday, 30th November at 11am in the Parish Hall.  Sessions will be offered at varying times in December, January and February enabling as many people as possible to take part in this important time in the life of our church.

For further information on Plenary Council please log into the website: plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au

Charity Clothing: On Saturday 1 December the City of Stirling is hosting its Charity Clothing Drop Off Day. You can bring your unwanted clothes, shoes, handbags, accessories, curtains, bedding and pillows, as well as electrical items, kitchen appliances and bric-a-brac to support your local community. For a full list of what you can donate, visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/clothingdropoff

2019 Columban Art Calendar ON SALE NOW
Includes beautiful artwork, Liturgical Information and Feast Days
$12.00 including GST and postage
Contact Columban Mission Centre
calendar@columban.org.au
www.columban.org.au/Calendar

Mater Dei College - Is your child currently in Year 4? 
Interviews for prospective students commencing at Mater Dei College for Year 7 2021, begin in February 2019. If you have not submitted your child’s Application form, please contact the Enrolments Officer, Mrs Ang Lourens, on enrolments@mdc.wa.edu.au or 9405 4777

WAAPA Summer School 2018/2019
This Summer WAAPA at ECU, Mt Lawley is offering an exciting performing arts program for students from Years 1 to 12. The Summer School includes classes in RAP, Acting, Dance, Drama, Screen Performance, Music Theatre and of course, how to perform Shakespeare. For information about the fantastic courses on offer please visit WAAPA Summer School or contact Gabrielle Metcalf at g.metcalf@ecu.edu.au

Perth Academy of Performing Arts are excited to be holding our Acting and Musical Theatre Workshops in the January School Holidays and would love it if you could help us spread the word!

We will be at 333 William Street, Perth for the following workshops:

Thursday 3rd January
1 Day Acting Masterclass – Age 12-17 – 9am-5pm - $110 including materials

Friday 4th January
Half Day Acting Junior Workshop – Age 5-10 – 9am-12pm - $50

Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd Jan
2 Day Musical Theatre Workshop – Age 5-15 – 9am-5pm - $150

Wednesday 23rd to Friday 25th Jan
3 Day Musical Theatre Workshop – Age 5-15 – 9am-5pm - $225

BOTH Musical Theatre Workshops - $325

Anyone can sign up for our workshops! Find more information and sign up at www.perthapa.com/school-holidays or call Imogen on 0477040940.

Perth Wildcats After School Program

Each Wednesday 7th November to 19th December

Years 1 to 3 – 3.45pm to 4.30pm (7 sessions)  - $135.00

Years 4 to 6 – 4.30pm to 5.30pm (7 sessions) - $180.00

www.wildcatsclinics.com