Catholic Education South Australia
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Persuasive Writing

During our persuasive writing unit we have been looking at various advertising techniques and identifying what may be appealing for various groups. In one lesson students worked together to brainstorm what would be appealing in a shoe for ‘mums n dads’ and what would be appealing in a shoe for elite/professional runners. Once students had created the list they then used that information to create two separate advertising posters. Below are some examples.

 
 
 
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Principal's Message

Dear Parents, Caregivers and Students

Last week our students celebrated Shrove Tuesday, which is the last day before the Lenten season begins.   We had a great morning with pancakes galore!  The children thoroughly enjoyed their special treat.  Many thanks to the parents who assisted in making hundreds of pancakes and serving the children!  Special thanks to the P & F Committee, and other parents who volunteered and for their organisation in preparing for the Pancake Celebration and to our wonderful families who were able to donate pancake mixture for our yummy pancakes. 

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Just Leadership Day (JLD)

Caritas Australia runs Just Leadership Days to engage students with social justice issues, and to encourage them to be  just  leaders in their schools and in their communities, for both local and global change.

“Just Leadership Days enable students to develop a respect for the poor and sense of responsibility as a global citizen. Students become more active in social justice activities in and out of school.”

I had the pleasure of attending the JLD on...

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Helpful Hints Part Two: Reading

You make a difference to your children’s reading journey.  Your role as an advocate for your children’s reading success cannot be overestimated. It has a direct impact on the ease and confidence with which they pursue their reading and writing.

It is the joy and love of sharing a good book on a nightly basis that sets the foundation for their reading success, and ensures that reading is given the priority it deserves. Reading regularly with someone who cares is the inspiration that all readers deserve.

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When it comes to reading and supporting children’s literacy development, parents...

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OPEN THURSDAYS

(Located in Parent Room)
OPENING TIMES*:

  • 8:50am – 9:15am
  • 3:00pm -3:25pm

* Unless otherwise advised via the OLQP App.

Do you have any uniform items that your child no longer wears?  If so, please ensure all items are in good condition and laundered to re-sell.

PLEASE NOTE!

Parents receive 60% of the sale as voted by the School Board. 

Thank you!

Anna Macri
2nd Hand Uniform Coordinator)

 
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APRIM News...

The Season of Lent

Ash Wednesday was celebrated with a whole-school liturgy in the OLQP Church on March 6. A number of families joined us from our community for this liturgical service. Hosted by our student leaders from the Student Representative Council and the Earth Guardian Committee, where we were reminded of both Jesus’ love for us and the daily commitment to be faithful to the teachings of the Gospels.

Project Compassion

Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion Campaign now commenced. Collection boxes have been distributed to all classes and can now be seen on prayer tables in...

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Swimming Carnival-Wednesday 13 March

Congratulations to the Our Lady Queen of Peace Swim Team.

All students contributed to the S.A. Catholic School Swimming Carnival at Magill Campus today.

The students were great supporters of one another, and each student swam their event with great enthusiasm and determination, representing their school with great pride.

The students' efforts were well rewarded by achieving overall third place out of six schools in today's competition.

Anne Donnelly

 

Parents & Friends

Hi Everyone

Shrove Tuesday

Thanks to Amanda, Louisa, Kirsten, Sean, Amy & Corrina for your help on Shrove Tuesday, it was a great success and the children absolutely loved the pancake breakfast!!

Chocolate Fundraiser

Please remember that the chocolate boxes are available in the parents room to pick up so if you think you can sell a box at work or sporting club please collect a box.  Please ensure you write your name on the sheet next to the box number you take.  The chocolates are only $1 each so they are an easy sell!!

Upcoming Events

We have a few great events planned for next term which include the Mother’s Day stall and high tea.  We will advise you of dates once confirmed so please put them in your calendar - its always a fun day and you won't want to miss it.

Would you like to become a P&F Member?

We are still looking for extra volunteers to join the P&F so if you can spare some time it would be greatly appreciated.


Next P&F meeting is on Wednesday 20 March.

Thanks you, Libby Hilhorst

 
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We have tutors for:

Guitar – Vocals – Piano – Drums - Flute - Clarinet – Saxophone – Trumpet - Trombone

If your child is interested, please contact:

  • Ken Cooke (Guitar) – forms are available from the school office or phone 0419802276
  • Julie Candido (Piano) – 0412979081
  • Michelangelo Micelli (Drums) –0421373314
  • TBA (Trumpet) -
  • Virginia Rawlinson (Voice) - 0421 912 408
  • Catherine Haynes (Violin) – 0432 850 842
  • Andrew Heuzenroeder (Clarinet/Saxophone) – 0437 440 863  
 
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Do you have a toddler or a child currently attending Kindy?  Have you enrolled them yet?

Whilst priority is given to siblings of children already attending Our Lady Queen of Peace, we still require a completed Application for Enrolment form for each and every child.  Places are filling quickly.  All families wishing to enrol their children in Reception for 2019 must lodge a completed Application for Enrolment form as soon as possible.

Note: If your child is born between 1 May & 31 October, he/she is eligible for our Semester 2 intake.  Application for Enrolment forms are available from the School Office.  Contact Ali or Maureen, on 8345 4036 for more information.