St Francis School

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK?
WEEK 2

Monday 29 July
Year 4 Shot Put Trials 8:30am on School Oval
Year 2/3 Basketball BYE

Tuesday 30 July
Playgroup 9:15am – 10:30am
School Crossing Training 10:00am
Year 4 Discus Trials 8:30am on School Oval
Year ¾ Basketball 5:10pm Ct 1
Year 5/6 Team 1 Basketball 3:50pm Ct 4
Year 5/6 Team 2 Basketball 4:30pm Ct 5

Wednesday 31 July
SACPSSA Cross Country Running Training 8:30am
Year 2/3 Netball 4:30pm Ct 6
Year 3,4,5 and 6 Long Jump Trials 3:45pm. Meet at Henley Oval Cudmore Tce, Henley Beach

Thursday 1 August
Playgroup 9:15am – 10:30am
Footsteps Dance Program
Year 5/6 Netball 5:10pm Ct 5
Year 3 School Camp, AFL Max, Begins 4:00pm

Friday 2 August
Year 3 School Camp, AFL Max, Concludes 4:00pm

📷 Our 5MB astronauts blasted off to Mars! 🚀👨‍🚀👩‍🚀

The brave explorers from 5MB suited up and headed to Hamilton Secondary College for an out-of-this-world "Mission to Mars" experience. Dressed in full astronaut gear, our young space cadets:

Solved challenging Martian missions
Conducted exciting science experiments
Experienced life on the Red Planet
We can't wait to hear more about their interplanetary adventures now that they've returned to Earth! Stay tuned for updates from our future NASA scientists and engineers.

SAVE THE DATE!

We’re thrilled to announce that our upcoming art exhibit is just around the corner! Mark your calendars and save the date for this special event.

This exhibit will showcase the incredible creativity and talent of our young artists. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate their hard work and enjoy an evening of artistic inspiration.

Exciting news from the Kids in Space Showcase! Our very own Stephen, Joel, Harrison, and Flynn took home the Peer Vote Award. We're incredibly proud of their hard work and creativity. Way to reach for the stars, boys!

Our brilliant Year 5 students shone at the Kids in Space Showcase today! They proudly presented their space-themed projects to visitors, demonstrating impressive knowledge and creativity. From food delivery systems to space station exercise, rubbish and wellbeing solutions, their work was out of this world! It was a fantastic day filled with learning, inspiration, and fun. We're so proud of our young scientists and can't wait to see where their curiosity takes them next. Well done, Year 5!

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK?

WEEK 1



Monday 22 July

Term 3 begins- 8:55am





Tuesday 23 July

NO PLAYGROUP



Wednesday 24 July

Kids in Space Showcase

Confirmation Workshop



Thursday 25 July

NO PLAYGROUP

Footsteps Dance Program

Confirmation Workshop



Friday 26 July

5MB Mission to Mars

📷 Our brand new receptions settled in beautifully this morning. Lots of happy, smiling faces. We hope all of our students had a wonderful first day of term 3.

Little Tadpoles Playgroup returns Tuesday 30th of July and Thursday 1st of August.

To register your interest please pop into the office or email [email protected]

Welcome back to Term 3!!

We are excited to welcome students back on site and hear all about the holiday break.

A BIG warm St Francis welcome to all of our brand new Term 3 Reception students and their families. We look forward to spending some time getting to know you all.

Wishing all families a safe and blessed holiday break. See you back on site Monday July 22nd.

Winter Appeal Thank you
Thank you to the generosity of all families who donated to the Winter Appeal this year. Last Friday, the Social Justice leaders and Year 6 students assisted Adelaide Day Centre volunteers who came to collect the items. Michael, one of the volunteers, expressed deep appreciation for the school’s support, sharing a story about a family of six facing difficult times. Our donations will provide much-needed relief for this and many other families this winter.

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK?
WEEK 10

Monday 1 July
NAIDOC Week
Auskick- after school


Tuesday 2 July
NAIDOC Week
Playgroup- 9:15am- 10:30am

Wednesday 3 July
NAIDOC Week
Yr 3-6 Cross Country Running Trials School Oval- 8:30am

Thursday 4 July
NAIDOC Week
SACPSSA Netball Carnival- Yr 5/6 Students
LAST DAY OF TERM 2

Friday 5 July
PUPIL FREE DAY-OSHC AVAILABLE

📷 Our reopened nature play space in action. We are so thankful to have such a beautiful play space available for our students.

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK?
WEEK 9

Monday 24 June
Yr 2/3 Basketball Game 4:00pm
Thriving people excursion- ATSI students
Auskick- After school

Tuesday 25 June
Playgroup- 9:15am- 10:30am
Choir excursion

Wednesday 26 June
Yr 3-6 Cross Country Running Trials School Oval- 8:30am

Thursday 27 June
Playgroup- 9:15am-10:30am

Friday 28 June
Little Francis Transition and Graduation 9:00am- 11:00am
R-1 Disco 5:00pm
2-4 Disco 6:15pm

The Reception students have been busy in Mathematics learning about numbers. We have been matching numbers and quantities, sequencing numbers and writing numbers too! We have used the Bond Blocks to learn what comes after and before numbers. Maths is so much fun!

NAIDOC Week Donuts

Grow Your Mind Parent Information Evening

On Tuesday evening, a Grow Your Mind Parent Information Session took place. The main presenter for the evening was Courtney Quigley. During the session, parents had the opportunity to delve into the neuroscience-based Grow Your Mind program, which is currently being taught at the school. Courtney skilfully guided us through an informative journey, emphasizing ways to support children’s learning and well-being. Additionally, the session included engaging brain break activities that challenged our cognitive abilities and coordination skills.

If you’d like further details about the Grow Your Mind program, feel free to explore their website https://growyourmind.life/

Tuesday our very own Jackson competed in a handball game against Andrew Hayes from Nova. Jackson was competing for the chance to win the title of Handball champion and for a shot at $1000. With Mr Schultz as our official umpire, we are so pleased to announce Jackson won. Congratulations Jackson!

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK?
WEEK 8

Monday 17 June
Yr 2/3 Basketball Game BYE
Auskick

Tuesday 18 June
Playgroup- 9:15am- 10:30am
Yr 3/4 Basketball- 5:10pm
Yr 5/6 Blue Basketball 4:30pm
Yr 5/6 Basketball 5:50pm

Wednesday 19 June
Yr 3-6 Cross Country Running Trials School Oval- 8:30am
Yr 2/3 Netball Game 5:20pm
Battle of the Bands @ Nazareth 6:00pm-9:00pm

Thursday 20 June
Playgroup- 9:15am-10:30am
Yr 5/6 Netball 3:50pm

Friday 21 June
Little Francis Transition Program 9:00am- 12:00pm

📷Students participating in Auskick held on the oval Mondays after school. A fantastic opportunity for students to learn new skills and build friendships with others in the school. Thank you to our wonderful host Charlie from SANFL.

The P&F are hosting disco for R-1 and 2-4 students. Tickets essential, bookings through QKR!

We love our brand new learning spaces!

What an incredible effort by these amazing young ladies! 👏
On May 14th, Chanel, Zara, Alessandra, and Ava organized a fundraising stall to support the Winter Appeal. Through their hard work and dedication, they raised an impressive $163.10!
The funds were used to purchase essential items like blankets, sleeping bags, beanies, gloves, scarves, and socks – all invaluable resources to help those in need stay warm during the cold winter months.
We're so proud of their initiative and compassion in giving back to the community. Their selfless act is a shining example of the positive impact we can make when we come together for a good cause.
Thank you, girls, for your inspiring efforts! You've truly made a difference in the lives of others.

Thank you to Owen and Ruby’s Nanna who knitted this beautiful blanket for the winter appeal – I’m sure the recipient will be kept very warm!

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK?
WEEK 7

Monday 11 June
PUBLIC HOLIDAY

Tuesday 12 June
Playgroup- 9:15am- 10:30am
Yr 3/4 Basketball- BYE
Yr 5/6 Blue Basketball 5:10pm
Yr 5/6 Basketball 5:50pm

Wednesday 13 June
Yr 2/3 Netball Game 5:20pm

Thursday 14 June
Playgroup- 9:15am-10:30am
Yr 5/6 Netball 3:50pm
SACPSSA Basketball Carnival yr 5/6 team

Friday 15 June
Little Francis Transition Program 9:00am- 12:00pm
9:15am School Tour

5FM embarked on an out-of-this-world adventure at Hamilton Secondary College's Martian Landscape Simulation. The facility features an immersive, hands-on learning experience, complete with a simulated Martian crater and landscape divided into seven different geological zones, a Mission Control Room, a Briefing Room, and a space laboratory.

Students from Years 3 & 4 are making blankets to donate to the homeless for Winter Appeal.

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK?
WEEK 6

Monday 3 June
Yr 2/3 Basketball Game 5:20pm
Yr 4 Camp- Aldinga Scrub
Auskick
School Tour 4pm

Tuesday 4 June
Playgroup- CANCELLED
Yr 3/4 Basketball Game 4:30pm
Yr 5/6 Blue Basketball 3:50pm
Yr 5/6 Basketball BYE
Yr 4 Camp- Aldinga Scrub


Wednesday 5 June
Yr 2/3 Netball Game BYE

Thursday 6 June
Playgroup- CANCELLED
Yr 5/6 Netball 3:50pm
SAPSASA State Cross Country @ Oakbank


Friday 7 June
PUPIL FREE DAY


📷 Year 4 Campers safely set off to Aldinga Scrub this morning. Stay tuned for more updates.

Congratulations to Cooper Nicholson who is part of the AIRPORT SAPSASA Footy team playing at West Beach this week. We wish Cooper, his team and his 2 coaches Mr Daley and Mr Goldy all the very best for the final day tomorrow.

Important Vacation Care information

Year 4 students received the Rite of Reconciliation last week.

Please keep the Year 4 students and families in your prayers.

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK?
WEEK 5

Monday 27 May
Yr 2/3 Basketball Game 4:40pm
Auskick

Tuesday 28 May
Playgroup- Cancelled
Yr 3/4 Basketball Game 3:50pm
Yr 5/6 Blue Basketball 5:10pm
Yr 5/6 Basketball 5:50pm

Wednesday 29 May
Yr 2/3 Netball Game 5:20pm

Thursday 30 May
Playgroup 9:15am- 10:30am
Yr 5/6 Netball 4:30pm
Gathering our community in the spirit of Reconciliation 9:15am

Friday 31 May
Transition 9:00am-12:00pm
Transition Parent meeting in multi-purpose room

📷 3CD utilising the brand new maker space in our new build.

We are so proud to announce that the following students have been selected to represent the Airport District in the SAPSASA Cross Country State Championships.

Ava Bergman
Alessandro Gariboli
Chanel Maio
Cooper Nicholson
Stephen Rapuano
Mariah Rapuano
Jackson Vaughan

Congratulations and good luck to those who will be competing at Oakbank in week 7.

On the 13th of May our selected Cross Country Running students participated in the SAPSASA Airport District trials that were held at West Beach. Our students competed amazingly with some stand out top order finishers. Well done everyone on an outstanding effort.

WHAT'S ON WEEK 4?

Monday 20 May
Yr 2/3 Basketball Game BYE
Auskick
Yr 4 Camp forms/SZAPP Forms- DUE BACK TODAY!

Tuesday 21 May
Playgroup 9:15am- 10:30am
Yr 3/4 Basketball Game 4:30pm
Yr 5/6 Blue Basketball 4:30pm
Yr 5/6 Basketball- 5:10pm

Wednesday 22 May
Yr 2/3 Netball Game 5:20pm
Finance Meeting 6:00pm
Board Meeting 6:30pm

Thursday 23 May
Playgroup 9:15am- 10:30am
Yr 5/6 Netball 5:10pm

Friday 24 May
Transition 9:00am-12:00pm
5FM Mission to Mars

📷 Little Tadpoles Playgroup PE lesson with Mr Daley