DEPUTY PRINCIPAL - Lize Privitera
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
First Reconciliation Workshops for parent and child
Parent/s and their child must attend one of these workshops. Attendance at one of these workshops is a mandatory requirement as part of the preparation to
receive the Sacrament:
- Monday, 22nd March 2021 5.00pm or 7.00pm
- Tuesday, 23rd March 2021 5.00pm or 7.00pm
- Wednesday, 24th March 2021 5.00pm or 7.00pm
- Thursday, 25th March 2021 5.00pm or 7.00pm
We keep in our prayers our 2020 Year 6 exit students receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation during masses this weekend.
Caritas Project Compassion
Arsad, an Indonesian farmer, had no toilet in his house, so always had to walk into the forest to the open defecation area. His family was often sick and open defecation caused many neighbourhood disputes. With the support of Caritas Australia and its partner agency, Laz Harfa, Arsad took part in hygiene, sanitation and financial management training. He then funded the building of a toilet in his house and helped other community members to save money to construct their own toilet.
Now, Arsad’s family is healthier, their community no longer practices open defecation and is more harmonious. Arsad inspired his community to ‘Be More.’
Around 17 percent of Indonesia’s rural population, or 45 million people, practice open defecation – going to the toilet outdoors in fields, forests and other open spaces
Each class has a Project Compassion Box. Your donations are greatly appreciated.
Fifth Sunday of Lent, Cycle B
Sunday, March 21, 2021
Next Sunday’s Gospel reading is taken from the Gospel of John. We are reading much further into John's Gospel than we have for the past two weeks. Chapter 12 of John's Gospel is a preparation for the beginning of the passion narrative to follow.
Gospel, John 12:20-33.
In the reading, Jesus teaches his disciples about the way in which he will be glorified by God, and a voice from heaven is heard to affirm this teaching.
As you gather as a family, talk about how important it is to your family life to gladly serve one another. How do you think Jesus would want you to respond when someone in your family asks for help?
WELLBEING
Harmony and National Day of Action tomorrow - Wear a splash of orange on Friday 19th March 2021!
As mentioned in last week’s newsletter, as a school we will be participating in various activities that promote the message of respect, belonging and the dignity of the human person. Our day’s celebration lays a strong foundation that these messages can be lived by each of us, every day.
By participating in these national events we help create a positive change for our students, staff and the school climate. Let's come together with our friends across our School, to celebrate our diversity. We are proud of our strong and successful multicultural society. Sharing our cultural heritage is part of celebrating what it means to be Australian and keeping everyone safe.
On Friday 19th March. Students will gather together during a shared morning recess eating time, enjoying a supplied donut from Krispy Kreme. (Please refer to notice sent to families via Operoo). A buddy activity across the levels is planned before gathering in the Hall and the day will end with a Prayer ritual held during Assembly in the afternoon.
Last chance to register for parent webinar
Popular webinar for parents and carers: Cyberbullying and online drama will be available throughout March. This webinar looks at how to support young people to have safe and respectful online relationships and what to do if things go wrong. The webinars begin on Tuesday 16 March through to Monday 22 March.
Enrol today at https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/webinars?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=PARENT_NEWSLETTER_MARCH2021&utm_content=PARENT_NEWSLETTER_MARCH2021+CID_5ad68221e059c354c6ec3aec2f28c51c&utm_source=Email%20marketing%20software&utm_term=Enrol%20today
Parenting Ideas
Our latest Insights is available
Establishing digital boundaries for the screen generation
Setting firm digital boundaries helps the screen generation to cultivate healthy behaviours and flourish in the digital world. Looking beyond 'screen time' will help students develop savvy, safe digital behaviours.
Please read the attached article for further support and insight.
PARISH NEWS
Mary MacKillop Primary School is one of the three Parish Primary Schools belonging to the Parish of Our Lady Help of Christians, Narre Warren within the Diocese of Sale. Fr Brendan Hogan is our Parish Priest and Fr Isuru Weliwatte is our Assistant Priest. We are grateful for their ongoing prayers, involvement and support of the students, families and staff of Mary MacKillop School.
Click on the link for Mass times and to download the weekly newsletter.
