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Prayer for NAIDOC week
As we stand around this fire, let us receive its blessing;
Spirit of the Fire, be on our lips, that we may speak the truth in kindness.
Spirit of the Fire, put your glow in our eyes, that we may see what is good in life and in all people
Spirit of the Fire, burn in our ears, that we may hear with deep listening.
Spirit of the Fire, be in our arms and hands, that we may serve others with care
Spirit of the Fire, be in our legs and feet so that we may walk the earth with respect and give thanks for its life-giving nourishment
Spirit of the Fire, brand our hearts with the eternal flame of your love, that we may become the bearers of peace, beauty, hope, harmony and Reconciliation.
Dear Parents and Carers
Last Friday, our Fire Carriers along with Year 3 BR led a wonderful assembly, focusing on National Sorry Day in the lead up to National Reconciliation Week this week from the 27th of May- 3rd of June. All students created and contributed to a whole school display with a 'Sea of Hands'. Each child decorated their hand with symbols of community, family, strength and reconciliation. This was to commemorate the Stolen Generations, their families and communities, celebrating their strength and survival and sharing in the process of healing and reconciliation.
As part of our catholic community, reconciliation is calling on us to live a life of love and peace with all we meet. When celebrating NAIDOC week, we, along with First Nations people, see "reconciliation, at its heart, being about strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous peoples, for the benefit of all Australians."
Norm Jurrawaa Stanley 8/11/1977-15/5/2024: It is with sadness we share the news that Norm Stanley passed away recently. Norm worked closely with our Year 4, 5 and 6 students during term one last year to create the beautiful mural that at the end of the portables. He also presented at a whole school assembly, sharing his story and cultural awareness.
Norm engaged and connected so beautifully with our students and was an incredible advocate and role model for First Nations people and all of us. A huge loss for our community. Nikki, Norm's partner also generously worked with us. Below is the deeply spiritual and loving message that Nikki shared on his passing.
Norm Jurrawaa Stanley
Our Warrior laid down his weapons and spread his wings, to soar high at sun down with the first stars shining bright
You have braved what many couldn't and you stood strong and proud til you were no longer able.
No more pain My Love
We will forever love you and honour you in each and everything we do
Mental Health and Wellbeing CASEA Initiative for Our Lady Star of the Sea:
CASEA is part of the Barwon Health Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service and is going to be working with our school in Term 3 and 4 this year. CASEA is a free school program that supports young children’s social, emotional and behavioural development. The CASEA program can involve a number of different supports including a therapeutic parent and child group running in Term 4, short term individual support with parents and families and more. If you would like your child to be considered for the program please fill out ‘Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire’ (SDQ).
https://redcap.barwonhealth.org.au/redcap/surveys/?s=37TFFHD7HWNXM447
If you have any further questions regarding the program being offered or in completing the questionnaire, please contact: Natalie Skahill nskahill@staroceangrove.catholic.edu.au
Exiting Shell Road Gate: We respectfully request your help regarding the very busy few minutes that 3:30pm brings at the back Shell Road Oval gate. Whilst we have teacher supervision, there are so many adults and children exiting at the same time (and with bikes) it can be challenging. We are wondering, where possible, you could meet your child outside the gate please if you are collecting them. Alternatively, stay a few minutes in the playground after the bell to help stagger the exit times. Teachers try to get the Preps out a few minutes early but this extra safety step may help alleviate any safety issues.
Wishing you all a fortnight ahead filled with peace and love.
Kerryn
Family School Improvement Survey
Dear Parents/Carers
In 2024, our school is participating in Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools – School Improvement Surveys (MACSSIS). MACSSIS is an annual process whereby schools listen to the thoughts and feelings that students, families and staff have about how their school can improve. These surveys help inform the ongoing improvement of schools across the Archdiocese of Melbourne.
One of the main goals of the family survey is to identify the strengths and areas for improvement in our school. MACSSIS data benefits everyone within our school and provides valuable community insights on areas that each school can focus on. Our school believes it is important to encourage families to have a voice and contribute to shaping the ongoing improvement of the school.
The survey is available online, can be accessed from Monday 2 September and needs to be completed by Friday 20 September 2024. This survey may only be completed once. I will be emailing out the surveys on Monnday so please look out for it in your Inbox.
Kind regards
Paul Anderson
You are able to access your child's report on Friday 14 June by 4pm via PAM (Parent Access Module login).
Please click the link here: http://pam.staroceangrove.catholic.edu.au . This will take you to the PAM login page. Your username is the email address you have provided to school. Once logged in, to access your child’s report, click on the ‘Assessment Reports’ tab on the left hand side and download the current report to view.
For new families please sign up now by clicking the link here: http://pam.staroceangrove.catholic.edu.au This will take you to the PAM login page. Click on the 'Forgot Password?' link and follow the prompts. You will be asked to enter your email address, then you will need to access the link sent to your email address. You can then create a password and this, along with your email address will be your login to PAM.
Recycled Uniforms will be for sale at assembly Friday 30 August.
Open: 8.50am
Where: Staffroom
Cash sales only.
Please ensure ALL your child's belongings are clearly named. A large amount of jumpers are left in the hallway, and around hubs each week. Anything named can be returned to students, however the supply of unnamed items, particularly jumpers and lunchboxes, is huge.
Any unnamed uniform items go to the second hand supply or is culled to be recycled through textile recycling. Unnamed lunchboxes, food containers and drink bottles are washed and taken to the op shop or put in recycling.
Donations for second hand uniforms cannot be accepted at the school as storage is minimal. Families are encouraged to offer or request uniform items on the OLSOS Ocean Grove Recycled Uniforms Facebook page.
A lonely shoe has been taken off the roof. If you have its pair at home, come to the office to collect. The sports uniform was left at BASC a few weeks ago, most likely at after school swimming lessons. It is in the office also.
Please label your child's beanie with their name or initials.
Term 4 2024
Thursday 21 November: Yr 5 Parish Mass/Year 1 MOPA Excursion
Friday 22 November: Yr 5BC assembly
Thursday 28 November: Yr 3 Parish Mass
Friday 29 November: Staff Professional Learning Day - Student Free Day
Staff Planning Day for 2025
Tuesday 3 December: School Concert 5:30pm-7:30pm
Wednesday 4 December: Prep orientation
Thursday 5 December: Prep orientation
Tuesday 10 December: Whole school orientation/Prep orientation
Wednesday 11 December: Future leaders days 2025
Friday 6 December: Diversity Day 2pm assembly
Tuesday 10 December: Whole school orientation day 9.15am - 11am
Wednesday 12 December: Yr 6 end of year excursion
Friday 13 December: Yr 6EB assembly/End of year Mass
Monday 16 December: Whole school Beach Day (students are welcome to bring plastic shovels and buckets. Ensure they remember to bring sunscreen and hats).
Wednesday 18 December: Yr 6 Graduation Assembly/Last day of school Students finish at 1pm
Term1 2025
Tuesday 28 January: Staff return
Wednesday 29 January: Staff professional Learning day
Thursday 30 January: Students return
Please note: Please refer to the Parent Calendar for all dates
| Schoolzine App |
School app, used for sending reminders, notifications and for providing access to PAM, Parent Calendar, newsletters, School website. Additionally, you can find the newsletter and information, including the canteen menu.  |
| Staff email address | first initial and surname@staroceangrove.catholic.edu.au |
| School newsletter |
Our main form of communication is the fortnightly newsletter, emailed on Tuesdays. Group emails from the school office will also be sent through the Schoolzine platform. |
| School website |
www.staroceangrove.catholic.edu.au Access to policies/procedures, school information and parent calendar. |
| Parent calendar | Link to calendar can be found on our website Home Page and school app. |
| PAM Parent access module | A platform for lodging student absences and gaining access to student digital school reports. Past years' reports are also stored on this platform.
Please click the link here: http://pam.staroceangrove.catholic.edu.au . This will take you to the PAM login page. Your username is the email address you have provided to school. For new families please sign up now by clicking the link here: http://pam.staroceangrove.catholic.edu.au This will take you to the PAM login page. Click on the 'Forgot Password?' link and follow the prompts. You will be asked to enter your email address, then you will need to access the link sent to your email address. You can then create a password and this, along with your email address will be your login to PAM. * Use the School App for a quick access to PAM |
| Permission notes |
 Operoo is an electronic version of permission forms and information for excursions, camps and parent/student meetings. It also provides you the opportunity to update medical information promptly while providing the school with instant access to the emergency information provided by you.
* Use the School App for a quick access to Operoo
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| Seesaw |
 Student digital learning journal and providing an additional means of reminders for the entire parent group.
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Our Lady Star of the Sea Ocean Grove School Facebook Page: Sharing of learning experiences and events hosted by the school. OLSOS Parents Ocean Grove Vic Parent Chatter Facebook: A platform for parent reminders and queries. OLSOS Ocean Grove Recycled Uniforms Families may post here to purchasing, sell or give away of school uniforms.
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| Canteen Online Ordering |
The canteen service is open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays operated offsite by Kylie Taylor.
Ordering cut off time is 8.30am.
Fresh Salad boxes are available on Wednesdays only.
Sushi is for Fridays only, these MUST be pre ordered by Thursday. To cancel an order:
Before cut-off time (8.30am): Login to your account and select ACTIVE/CANCEL ORDERS. Locate your order and select CANCEL on the right-hand side of the order (you may need to scroll across to see the cancel link).
Orders are processed through www.quickcliq.com.au You can order up to 30 days in advance.
* Use the School App for a quick access to our canteen online ordering platform
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| Student Medical Forms |
Students who require ANY medication at school must have their medication stored at the office, accompanied by the relevant forms, as below. No medication will be dispensed without these being completed and up to date.
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| School Assembly |
School assemblies are held every Friday morning 9am in our school gym, known as Djila Tjarri. All welcome.
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Respected Sir/Madam,
Approximately 1.3 million people die each year as a result of road traffic crashes. Between 20 and 50 million people suffer non-fatal injuries, with many incurring a disability as a result of their injury. Road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5–29 years. The main reason behind these road accidents is not following or knowing traffic and road safety rules.
Trafficquiz.com is a free-to use website developed with the aim of spreading awareness regarding traffic rules and road safety rules. Through trafficquiz.com, students can learn and test their knowledge about traffic and road safety rules in an entertaining way, i.e., by playing quizzes. Teachers and parents can also use trafficquiz.com regularly to refresh their knowledge about traffic, road safety, and child safety rules. School bus drivers can also regularly use it to learn and be conscious about following traffic rules. The benefit of being online is that trafficquiz.com can be used anytime, anywhere, on any device.
We request that you kindly share the links given below with students, parents, teachers, and the driving staff so that everyone can learn and be conscious about following road safety and traffic rules. This can save many lives.
The links are as follows:
- For Age group (5 to 9 years):
https://trafficquiz.com/road-safety-quiz-junior-level-1/
- For Age group (10 to 15 years):
https://trafficquiz.com/road-safety-quiz-secondary-level-1/
- For Parents (Child safety quizzes):
https://trafficquiz.com/child-safety-quiz-for-parents-level-1/
- For Parents and Teachers (Traffic & road safety rules quizzes):
https://trafficquiz.com/road-safety-quiz-for-adults-level-1/
- For Drivers and support staff:
https://trafficquiz.com/road-safety-quiz-for-adults-level-1/
Why is it necessary?
- About three-quarters (73%) of all road traffic deaths occur among young males under the age of 25.
- More than half of all road traffic deaths are among vulnerable road users: pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists.
- Road traffic injuries cause considerable economic losses to individuals, their families, and to nations as a whole.