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National Simultaneous Storytime is an initiative of the Australian Library and Information Association. A recently published book is chosen each year to be read in schools, early learning services and libraries around the country. This year’s book was a gorgeous pick – Bower Bird Blues. It had beautiful illustrations, a wash of calming watercolour shades of blue, greens and purple, created by author and artist Auro Parker. The narrative focused on a Bower Bird collecting blue items for their nest, always on the look out for the next perfect item until they found what truly made their heart happy – another Bower Bird. It was a beautiful book for introducing children to these native birds building their appreciation for the natural world, as well as a book that explored what makes us happiest – the things we collect in our lives or the people we love.
Reconciliation Week
This week is National Reconciliation Week across Australia. It is a chance to unite together as a nation in support of our First Nations people, to recognise the suffering caused by attitudes and actions of the past and to work together to create a better country for everyone. It is also a chance to address the ongoing disadvantage faced by our First Nations people even today.
As a service working with young children, we are committed to embedding First Nations perspectives into teaching and learning at our Preschool. We strive to provide opportunities for students to learn about the rich cultural heritage of Australia’s first people. We seek to build an appreciation for country and preserving the plants and animals that are a part of country. We seek to build an understanding that each of us is unique and valued, and to embrace the rich diversity of cultural backgrounds, strengths and ways of learning that our students bring with them to preschool.
Our service is currently in the process of developing a Reconciliation Action Plan. If this is something you would like to support us with or be involved with please speak with our Director Bec, or Educational Leader Kim. We would love for you to join us and be a part of our Action Committee for this process.
This week – as part of Reconciliation Week – the students will be involved in enriching and adding to our ELC acknowledgement of country, adding their voices to this acknowledgement that we share in each day. On Friday of this week – the 31st of May – there is a no uniform day for all students at St Anthony’s school or preschool. Instead students can come wearing clothes in the colours of the Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander or Australian flags, or they can wear clothes that represent their own cultural background. There will be a Reconciliation Liturgy held in the school hall at 12pm, and a march for Reconciliation on the oval in the afternoon.
Dear Families,
As part of our 2024 partnership with The Resilience Project, you are invited to attend an ‘Authentic Connection’ live webinar with Hugh van Cuylenburg on Thursday 6th June, 7.30pm-7.30pm (60 minutes) AEST.
Hugh, who is also a parent of young children, will talk about ways to support the mental health of your whole family. Through emotionally engaging stories and practical strategies, Hugh will demonstrate the power of vulnerability and imperfection and demonstrate the positive impact connection can have on all of us.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Whilst attendance to the live webinar will provide you with the optimal experience, we appreciate that not all families will be available at the scheduled time. A recorded version of this webinar will be sent out to us after the live event and made available to you.
Please note that the webinar will include parents from The Resilience Project’s other partnership services.
If you would like any further information about The Resilience Project, details can be found on their website: https://theresilienceproject.com.au/about/
We hope you are enjoying the wonderful preschool photos!
Remember, all package and portrait orders need to be made online from the password protected client area of the Smashing Panda Photography website. The details for logging in were emailed to you last week
Orders are due by Saturday 1 June and late fees will apply after this date.
Please feel free to ask us or contact Paul (photographer) directly if you have any questions.
On Friday of this week – the 31st of May – there is a no uniform day for all students at St Anthony’s primary school or preschool. Instead students can come wearing clothes in the colours of the Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander or Australian flags, or they can wear clothes that represent their own cultural background. There will be a Reconciliation Liturgy held in the school hall at 12pm, and a march for Reconciliation on the oval in the afternoon.
Can you volunteer some time in the Canteen? Please contact Maree and let her know if you can help out at any time.
6231 4022 Maree Alchin (Manager)
WEEK 5
Tues 28/5 Leanne 9-12, Kylie 9-12
Weds 29/5 Lynn 9-12, Oslinda 12-1.45
Thurs 30/5 Carol B 9-12, Lynn 9-12, Elizabeth 10.15-12
Fri 31/5 Angela 9-1.45, Tanya 9-12, Zoe 12-1.45, Sharon 11-1.45
WEEK 6
Tues 4/6 Heather 9-1.45
Weds 5/6 Lynn 9-12
Thurs 6/6 Carol 9-12, Carole 9-1.45
Fri 7/6 Robyn 9-1.45, Tanya 9-11, Kathleen S 9-12, HELP NEEDED 12-1.45
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