Mini Soccer Field 

One of the wishes that our students often speak of is having a soccer field.  Over the past few months we have had a number of playground companies visit and after much discussion and considerations, they have advised that the area which will give us the best surface and space for a mini soccer field is the Primary Undercroft area (the bitumen area near the Primary equipment).  We have received a number of quotes for this work, costing around $40 000 and have decided to use the P & F funds as part of this exciting playground upgrade.  

The design includes leaving some of the undercroft area available so that we can still use the space for BBQ’s and events and once the field is laid we will look into how we might ‘upgrade’ this area as well.  As the handball courts will be covered over, we will upgrade ground markings to make more handball courts in the area under the hall. 

The work on the mini soccer field will start on Friday afternoon with the delivery of the artificial grass and patching of the concrete.  The company will then work over the weekend to lay the turf and then return later for field markings and finishing the surface with sand.  This area will be out of action for approximately a week until finished.  We are excited to ‘green’ this space and have a wonderful mini soccer area for the students to play.

Sport

Our annual Athletics Carnival is only two weeks away, Wednesday 29 May.  The event is at Rotary Athletics Field: Mowbray Rd W, Lane Cove North as this field provides access to high jump and long jump facilities and equipment hire.  If you haven’t done so already, please access Compass for details and to grant permission for your child to attend.  

ACARA Item Trial

Sacred Heart has two classes chosen to participate in the ACARA Item Trial this year - 3 Gold and 5 Blue, which will take place on Friday 17 May.  We have now been advised that both classes will do a 50 minute Reading and 45 minute Conventions of Language test.                     

Students in these classes need to have their headphones and iPad fully charged. They also need the NAP 2024 app on their iPad (the same app they used for the NAPLAN tests this year).  

Uniform 

Hats

We have noticed that some students are not wearing their school hat each day.  Students should wear their school hat for play in the morning, at recess and lunch.  Teachers are going to keep a note of any students without hats and will email parents if this is a regular occurrence.  Please assist by ensuring your child has their hat either on their head or in their bag each day. 

Around the classes 

Science of Energy and States of Matter 

Year Two and Three students were treated to an exciting science demonstration by Kaleidoscope last Friday. In Year Three, they delved into the fascinating realm of changes in states of matter, learning about atoms and particles through engaging experiments. Year Two embarked on an exploration of energy and its various transformations into heat, light, and sound. The Year Two students were particularly enthusiastic about sharing their newfound understanding of how vibrations produce sound, with some even conducting experiments at home over the weekend.

Sustainability and Recycling 

Kindergarten and Year One students were thrilled to engage in a hands-on workshop led by Ms. Loani Tierney from Mosman Council. During the session, they discovered the journey of our rubbish once it hits the ground and learned the importance of sorting waste into the right bins at school. A highlight of the workshop was the lively game of "Pass the Parcel," where students eagerly opened boxes when the music stopped, selecting a piece of (clean) rubbish and placing it in the correct bin. So much fun according to Year One!

Ocean Competition

Just a reminder that our recycled art competition is underway with lots of great entries so far. Students are reminded to please include their name and a caption / message for their art work. Full details of the competition are attached.

Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_KjizQNvVAoLNY2A2sXynXnSqmTXeyKVwFPRZ-laIfo/edit?usp=sharing

May God’s love be with you. 

Jane Taylor