Year 6

2021 Easter Hat Parade and P&F Easter Raffle Video

March 30, 2021
2021 Easter Hat Parade and P&F Easter Raffle Video

Thank you to Mrs Muniandy and all those who assisted her in putting together this years Easter Bonnet Parade.  The students had lots of fun and their hats were amazing! Thank you also to our P&F for the coordination of this years Easter Raffle.  Particular thanks go to Veronica and Anthea, as well as all…

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Year 5 and 6 St Dominic’s School Book Club Commencing in Term 2

March 30, 2021
Year 5 and 6 St Dominic's School Book Club

Our new St Dominic’s School Years 5 and 6 Book Club will be commencing on Friday in Week 2 next term.  We have a book selected, which will need to be purchased by families.  It is titled ‘Out of My Mind’ by Sharon Draper.  It can be ordered through Book Depository for approximately $18 and…

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Year 6 Student Leadership Team Update (Out of School Achievement Awards)

March 29, 2021
Year 6 Student Leadership Team Update (Out of School Achievement Awards/ Icy-Poles for Project Compassion)

This year, we will be putting together regular posts to share with the community some of what we are up to as the 2021 student leadership team.  We have lots of fun things planned and are really looking forward to the year ahead. Below are details about our most recent Out of School Achievement Award…

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Keyed Up Music Lessons in Term 2

March 28, 2021
Instrumental Tuition Program at St Dominic's School - Keyed Up Music

Keyed Up Music will be teaching drum, violin, keyboard and guitar group lessons next term on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during school. Lessons start from $18.65 for a group of 4 lessons. If you are interested in your son/daughter learning an instrument, ring Savanna on 1300 366 243 or enrol at www.keyedupmusic.com.au/enrolment-form     Keyed…

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Project Compassion Holy Week

March 28, 2021
Project Compassion Week 1 - Jamila's Story

Holy Week (School Week beginning 29th March) As we enter Holy Week, we continue to reflect on the lives of people vulnerable to extreme poverty and injustice and how we can respond through supporting Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion appeal. Let us take time to remember the life and teachings of Saint Oscar Romero. His many…

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Year 5 and 6 Interschool Cricket/ Tennis Carnival Wrap up

March 28, 2021
Year 5 and 6 Interschool Cricket/ Tennis Carnival Wrap up

Finally, students at St Dominic’s were able to participate in the Interschool Cricket/ Tennis Carnival.  This was cancelled twice last year, firstly due to Covid and then poor weather. Students in Year 5 and 6 played in many fixtures throughout the day, smashing points, taking wickets and hitting sixes. The aim of the day is…

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Palm Sunday Reflection – The Start of Holy Week

March 28, 2021
Palm Sunday Reflection - The Start of Holy Week

Palm Sunday is the final Sunday of Lent, the beginning of Holy Week, and commemorates the triumphant arrival of Christ in Jerusalem, days before he was crucified. Palm Sunday is known as such because the faithful often receive palm fronds, which they use to participate in the reenactment of Christ’s arrival in Jerusalem.  In the…

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2021 MJR Spirit of Jesus Award Winners – Term 1 Week 7

March 27, 2021
MJR Spirit of Jesus Award Winners – Week 2 and 3

Congratulations to the following students, who were awarded the MJR Spirit of Jesus Award for making Jesus real in our school, at last weeks online Monday morning assembly. Term 1 Week 7     Leon Bolding Principal

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The Emotional Cup Theory – A Message from our School Councillor

March 27, 2021
The Emotional Cup Theory - A Message from our School Councillor

Imagine that every child had a cup that needs to be filled – with affection, love, security, and attention.  Some seem to have a full cup most of the time, or know good ways to get a refill.  But most children get a little nervous when their cups get near empty…… how can I help…

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Year 3 to 6 Interschool Swimming Carnival Reminders

March 26, 2021
Year 3 to 6 Interschool Swimming Carnival Reminders

Please be reminded about the Interschool Swimming Carnival coming up on Thursday, 1st April, at HBF Stadium. Please find attached below the link to the school website with further information, as well as the schedule of events.   Interschool Swimming Information (previous website link) Interschool Swimming Helper Form Schedule of Events with Student Names   Please…

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