Term 3, Week 9 School Newsletter.
News from the Principal
Dear Families,
The weather and few persistent bugs seem to be challenging us all at the moment but with ‘SPRING’ finally upon us, things should be looking up soon.
Congratulations to the Gordon football and netball teams who have continued their great form and are in the grandfinal this weekend. We enjoy hearing of the continued success of our past and present students and of the fun they are having in their sporting pursuits. Hopefully there will be a premiership celebration or two this coming weekend. I wish all teams every success for the day and hope that whatever the result, that all players feel they were able to give their very best throughout the games.
The success of our local sporting teams is the result of a great deal of hard work by many of our parents who have worked tirelessly in many roles to ensure the teams get out each week. Well done to all those who are not playing but who have supported the teams, acted as officials, worked in the canteen, washed uniforms etc. This is a wonderful achievement for the Gordon Football Club!
Can I thank all the dads who attended our Father’s Day afternoon tea and liturgy last week. There were many Fathers and Grandfather's at our celebration last Friday. I believe all the dads greatly enjoyed their feed, the company of their children and the company of many other dads. Hopefully you were all spoilt on Sunday.
We have our Mission Day on Friday and we invite all families and friends to join us at 12:45 pm. Children and adults will be able to buy a sausage in bread and a soft drink . We will not be heating hot lunches on this day. Please bring along cash on the day and support this wonderful cause.
Have a great week everyone.
Paul McDowell.
WEEKEND MASS TIMES
Saturday - Springbank – 6.30 pm, Bungaree - Sunday – 8.45 am - Ballan – 10.30 am.
2022 Book Week
Father's Day Celebration
Term Three Dates
Thursday - school lunch orders are available from the Gordon Shop. Please order and pay on Wednesday, or first thing Thursday morning and lunches will be delivered to the school at lunchtimes.
Playgroup is held every Monday morning, commencing at 9:30 am in our school hall, unless otherwise advised. All community families and friends welcome.
Friday 9th September - Mission Day Fete beginning at 12:45 pm.
Friday 16th September - Casual clothes footy/sports team day - Lunch at 12:30 pm - $4 per child, covers a hot dog and a juice box.
Friday 16th September - Term Three ends at 1:15 pm
Term 4 Dates
Monday 3rd October - school resumes for Term 4.
Friday October 21st - School Closure Day - Staff Retreat.
Monday October 31st - Staff Formation Day. PUPIL FREE DAY.
Tuesday November 1st - Melbourne Cup Day PUBLIC HOLIDAY.
Monday, November 21st ⋅9:00 – 11:30am. Foundation 2023 Transition Morning.
Tuesday, November 22nd - Regent Multiplex Movie - whole school excursion.
Saturday 26th November - Save the date - Parents and Friends 'Trash to Treasure' Auction at the Wallace Hotel.
Monday, November 28th - Foundation 2023 Transition Morning.
Tuesday - November 29th -Year 7 Orientation Day (Damascus).
Thursday 1st December - Year 6 Graduation Dinner at 6 pm.
Monday, December 5 Whole School Transition Morning for 2023 classes .9:00 – 11:00am
Thursday 15th December - End of Year Mass at 2 pm at St Patrick's Church, Gordon.
Friday 16th December - School concludes at 1:15 pm for the 2022 school year.
ST PATRICK'S COLLEGE, BALLARAT.
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