6 August 2021

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Inter-House Athletics

Inter-House Athletics

Well done to all students for giving their all today at our "Olympic themed" carnival.

Well done to RICE for winning overall.

A big thank you must go to Mr Schiff for organising this event and the pre- events held the past few weeks.

Congratulations AGE CHAMPIONS:

12 Yrs - Rocky Jensen & Jess Furber
13 Yrs - Brandon Hamilton-Kaurila & Georgia Biasi
14 Yrs - Brayden Spina & Lucy Biviano
15 Yrs - Bodhi Matsen & Kate Butcher
16 Yrs - Darcy Di Bella & Carly D'Emden
Opens - Samuel Di Bartolo & Trenyce Pearce

Congratulations to students who BROKE RECORDS this year:

Interhouse Athletics 2021

Records Broken

From the Principal

Dear Gilroy Santa Maria College community,

During week 3 we celebrated Catholic Education Week which is acknowledged each year in week 3 of term 3. This year the theme of ‘A Spirited Tomorrow’ was promoted to observe the distinctive mission and ethos of Catholic schools.

Catholic education strives to make a difference in the lives of our students and in the wider community by challenging young people to live out the message of Jesus and to reach their full potential as compassionate, contributing, life-giving members of society.

A major contributor to student success is school attendance. Whilst our College sets high attendance targets, it is a well known fact that attending school every day affords students the best chance to achieve the outcomes necessary for future success.

Research confirms a strong link between attendance and student outcomes. Poor school attendance can be linked to a number of related short and long-term adverse outcomes for students including lower academic outcomes, early school leaving, substance use, poverty, unemployment and negative health outcomes. A student’s regular absence from school may be a critical indicator in disengagement, leading directly to some adverse outcomes and poor social skills. Poor school attendance, particularly with a high number of unexplained or unauthorised absences, is a readily observable warning sign for potential longer-term adverse outcomes.

I encourage all students and parents to review the latest report card to determine current attendance data on each student. Gilroy Santa Maria attendance data shows good student attendance on Monday through to Thursday, but there is a noticeable decline in attendance rates on Friday each week. This data raises concerns and emphasises a statistic we need to improve upon. The well-used adage that ‘Every Day Counts’ is critical to student learning and student outcomes. We all have a part to play in ensuring our students are at school every day learning and being a part of every opportunity on offer.

The attendance facts for GSM are:

• There have been 111 school days so far in 2021
• GSM average student attendance for 2021 is 90%
• A student who has attended 90% has been absent for 11 days
• The students learning opportunities have been reduced by 10%

Year 7 enrolment interviews for 2022 have begun following our recent Transition Days. A Year 6 Parent information session is being held as part of ‘Gilroy on Show’ on Thursday August 19 for parents of students currently in year 6 who are transitioning to year 7 in 2022. I look forward to meeting with our future students and families and sharing information about what Gilroy Santa Maria College has to offer our students and show case our wonderful facilities.

God bless

Kevin Barnes
Principal

Meet our Principal Mr Kevin Barnes:

Deus Caritas Est Award

College Captain Isabella Melara was presented the Deus Caritas Est Award at the Catholic Education Week Mass held at the Cathedral in Townsville.

She is pictured with Bishop Tim J. Harris and Executive Director of Townsville Catholic Education Ms Jacqui Francis - What a wonderful moment.

Isabella was chosen for demonstrating a commitment to Christian living in how she interacts with and treats others.

GILROY ON SHOW

From the Assistant Principal
(Administration & Curriculum)

Dear Gilroy Santa Maria College Community,

I trust that students are busily completing assessment tasks and constantly revising. Revision should never be left for the last few weeks; it should be constant and consistent throughout the term. The second half of the term is always busy with assessment. Term 3 Assessment Planners have been emailed to all parents/carers/ students and should be constantly referred to.

Successful students: Organisation is the key to success. Organise yourself by: Organising your work by:

Year 10 Information Night

“Success in Senior” information night will be held THIS Thursday 12 August at 6.30pm in the SMC. The information delivered during this evening will be vital for all year 10 students and their parents/carers. The evening will include an explanation of the New QCE System as well as guidance on selecting subjects for year 11. Year 11 subject teachers along with our Careers Advisor will also be there on the night and available to talk to students and parents/carers about any questions you have. Each student in year 10 will have a mandatory individual SET (Senior Education and Training) plan interview commencing on Friday 30 September and continuing into the first few weeks of Term 4 to discuss their subject selections.

Year 6 Transition Mornings

It is always great to see Year 6 students visiting our school and enjoying the experience. A reminder to families that our final Yr 6 Transition morning will be held THIS Friday 13 August 8:30am-11:30am.

Gilroy on Show

We also have Gilroy on Show on Thursday 19 August from 5:30pm which will begin with our Yr 6 Parent Information session. This will provide both families and students with important information in preparation for transitioning into secondary school.This evening will be followed by food and entertainment as well as subject displays and tours of our College. We also have prizes for families who attend this evening. I am looking forward to meeting our new families during enrollment interviews in the coming months and at our Orientation day in the final week of school where our enrolled students will experience a day at the College.

God Bless

Melissa Carr
Assistant Principal
(Administration & Curriculum)

Inclusive Practices Team

Meet the wonderfully enthusiastic and dedicated Inclusive Practices team at Gilroy. These amazing people work closely with teachers to support teaching and learning in our classrooms. When asked why they love their job, the most common response was the joy they feel when students realise their potential and achieve success.

Back Row: Jacelyn Copley, Laura Davis, Tiffany Ellis, Jenelle Woolley, Jennifer
Rinaldo, Sharyn Hutchinson, Corina Van Den Dolder, Alicia Galipo
Front Row: Chloe Beauchamp, Belinda Musumeci, Roslyn Surawski, Anita Cooper, Georgia Adams
Absent: Leisa Bradshaw, Paul Dezolt, Jasmine Pearce, Scott Tolcher

Around the School

The Year 9 HASS classes participated in a role play of the House of Representatives passing a Bill through Parliament as part of their studies in Civics & Citizenship for this term.

Year 10 student Annellise Supple completed this stunning painting for NAIDOC week celebrations. Well done Annellise, it is a fantastic piece of artwork

Year 12 Students Trenyce Pearce, Chloe Myran & Sophia Cassady-Smallwood attended the QATSIF Graduation held in Townsville on Wednesday of Week 4. It was a beautiful ceremony and we are so glad they could attend with Mrs Pearce. Well done girls, we are so proud of you!

Assistant Principal Religious Education

Dear Gilroy Santa Maria College Community,

It was a lovely celebration of Catholic Education in the Hinchinbrook district during Week 3. Even though it was a smaller affair (one that fitted into St Patrick’s Church), it is still a wonderful opportunity to have all our schools and our kindy kids celebrate together and enjoy what makes us ‘us’.

At the beginning of the year Pope Francis announced a new celebration honouring grandparents and the elderly. This was celebrated on 25th July and will now be celebrated every year on the fourth Sunday in July. Even though we are slightly late, the College would like to extend our blessing to the grandparents of our students and those in our community who continue to support our school. This week’s prayer is dedicated to our terrific grandparents and the elderly.

God bless,
Christine Timms
Assistant Principal Religious Education

CALENDAR TERM 3

Careers

Written by JCU Heroes In Sport program participant - Joshua Milani Yr 12.

In June, I was fortunate enough to be 1of the 25 students selected to participate in Heroes of Sport 2021 which was held at the Cowboys Community, Training and High Performance Centre in Townsville. To be considered, Year 11 and 12 students from the Townsville, Ayr, Charters Towers and Ingham districts were invited to complete an application explaining why we were interested in attending the program as well as sharing our passion to study and work in the sport industry. The Heroes in Sport program is a joint collaboration between JCU and the North Queensland Cowboys and enables students to briefly experience what a career in physiotherapy or sport and exercise science would be like.

Heroes in Sport was a half day program packed with activities and presentations. We heard from professionals such as physiotherapists, the Cowboys coaching staff, students in their third year at JCU studying sport and exercise science or physiotherapy as well as JCU lecturers who spoke about the two different courses and the opportunities each course would give us. During the program we were given the opportunity to participate in activities to study and learn about how certain parts of the body work and how information gained is used to improve a player’s performance. We measured our speed, strength and power and compared it to the data already gathered from NRL players. We were also able to use the gym and observe the different roles the Cowboys training staff have within the team.

For anyone that is interested in a career in sport and exercise science or physiotherapy, I would strongly recommend attending the next program.

God Bless
Mrs Louise Costabeber

MAMS Collection

What an amazing effort from the Kings of Collection - Ben Hitchcock, Seth McCaul, Bailey Marini, Michael Russo and William Melvin.

These Grade 10 students worked tirelessly during the Herbert River Jockey Club's Ingham Gold Cup collecting the discarded eligible containers and in turn making a small fortune for themselves. It is fantastic to see such initiative from the young men in our community!

JOB Opportunities

Ergon Energy 2022 Apprenticeship applications are now open!

Cabinet Maker

Garutti Cabinets are seeking an apprentice cabinet maker. Would prefer full time apprentice but will consider a school based apprenticeship for the right applicant.

Phone Kristen Garutti on 0405 486 595.

Junior Parts Interpreter
Honeycombes Sales and Service - Full Time

Apprentices 2022 Wilmar Sugar Pty Ltd - Full Time

ERNEST HENRY MINING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM 2022
Glencore Australia Holdings Pty Ltd - Contract/Temp

Store Person
Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited - Full Time

Lifestyle Support Worker (Ingham)
Casual/Vacation

Customer Sales and Service - Repco – Ingham
Full Time

Komatsu Apprenticeship Program 2022

Komatsu–Townsville QLD - Full time, Apprenticeship

DENTAL ASSISTANT - QLD HEALTH - INGHAM HOSPITAL

Carpentry Apprenticeship at Auditore Builders
Certificate III in Carpentry – Approx. 4-year course.
Please email your resume and cover letter to joe@auditorebuilders.com.au
Due Date – 3:00pm Friday 6th August 2021.

Running Club

Running club has been very popular for students on Monday and Wednesday afternoons.

On Monday’s we run on the school grounds and on Wednesday’s we all go on the bus together to Tyto to run. It is held from 4pm until 5pm.

If students are interested, please se Mr Schrodter.

Board games!

Board Games every Wednesday at second lunch in P1

Do you enjoy board games? Are you looking for something different to do during the break? Pop in to P1 during the second lunch break on Wednesdays and choose from the great variety of games and activities available. There is always some food to munch on if you are feeling hungry. You don’t have to be an expert to play, and everyone is welcome.

Breakfast Club

Gilroy Breakfast Club

Gilroy Breakfast Club will resume this term. Breakfast is available every Wednesday morning before school and is served from the tuckshop. Last term we had approximately 40 to 50 students coming to breakfast each Wednesday. If you are interested in helping out you can do this by

1. Donating goods such as milk, butter, milo. (We have plenty of cereals at the moment)

or

2. By baking some breakfast treats such as muffins, pancakes, scones…….

Please contact Rita Martin if you would like further information.

From the Business Manager

Dear Families,

School fees are due Friday 13 August. Discounts only apply if paid by the due date.

The discounts are as follows:

One Child - $18
Two Children - $30.60
Three Children - $39.60

Invoices for Term 3 fees and levies have been emailed to all parents. If you have not received them, please check your spam emails or contact the office. If you have and questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

In accordance with the mission, values and ethos of our school, we remain committed to providing an education to all of students regardless of their financial circumstances.

BPAY is our preferred method of payment. The details are on the family statement. You can also pay weekly, fortnightly, monthly or by term by Payway, direct debit, credit card, cash or cheque

As always, if you have any questions or queries, please contact the Principal or myself to discuss the matter. The sooner you make contact the sooner we can work together for a solution.

God Bless
Ros Giuliano
Business Manager

Dexter’s Shave

Vinnies Cook Up

Our vinnies group held another cook up on Friday of Week 3. Students made savoury mince which was then packed into containers and frozen to be given to the Hinchinbrook Community support centre.

A huge thank you must go to Galipo’s Midtown meats for donating all of the meat!

Student Awards

These students received tickets to the next Cowboys Home Game!!!

Thank you to the Nth Qld Cowboys.

Students were selected based on their latest school reports, attendance and effort.

Well done students we hope you enjoy this reward for your hardwork.

Mission Survey

Combined Schools Ball

Tickets are available from the GILROY SANTA MARIA COLLEGE office CASH only

Tuckshop News

VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED!!

Tuckshop Volunteers are only needed to work from 8:30am to 11:30am.

Please note: The lunch times are as follows:

1st Lunch – 10:55am – 11:20am
2nd Lunch – 12:50pm - 1:30pm

Thank you and we look forward to seeing you all again this year.

If there is any query in regards to this roster or you are unavailable please contact

Sandra Benedetto [0427 765 321] - Jodie Lino [0407 904 918]

TUCKSHOP MENU

What’s Happening in the Parish

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Ingham Region Catholic Parishes Newsletter:

Father Damian McGrath
Parish Priest
Ingham Region Catholic Parishes

What’s Else is Happening?

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