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- Second Hand Uniform Shop
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- Term 4 - 5/6 Camp
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- Calendar of Events for Term 3 & Term 4
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- Piano Chamber Music Concert
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- Oz Basketball Holiday Program
- Melbourne Uni School Holiday Program
- Doncaster Squadron Open Night
Loving God,
We come before you today with open hearts,
Asking for your guidance and strength.
Help us to be kind, to listen, and to care
For those who may be struggling in silence.
Grant us the courage to ask, “Are you OK?”
And the wisdom to respond with compassion.
May we offer support and understanding
To all who are burdened by worries or pain.
Let your love and light shine through us,
So that we can lift each other up
And build a community of hope and healing.
Amen.
Dear OLOL Families,
In today’s digital age, it’s essential for parents to stay actively involved in their children’s online activities, particularly when it comes to chat apps like Kids Messenger. While these platforms provide a fun way for kids to connect, they can also become channels for negative behaviours such as cyberbullying or inappropriate messaging. Since such behaviour typically occurs at home, it poses challenges for schools to address directly. Schools can educate students on safe and responsible online practices, but the most effective way to ensure a positive online presence starts at home. By regularly monitoring your child's online interactions and having open conversations about the importance of kindness and respect in digital spaces, you can help your child develop healthy online habits that will benefit them both socially and emotionally. Next year we will host a parent information session about social media and e-safety.
At the end of last week, you would have received an email from us asking you to complete the MACSIS survey. This survey is done annually by staff, students and parents and gives us valuable data about strengths and opportunities for growth. Usually, we only get a handful of parents completing the survey which means the data is not very representative. We would love all of our OLOL families to complete it if possible. The survey closes Friday 20th September.
Last Sunday, we held our first whole-school mass with Fr. Dean. While attendance was lower than usual due to conflicting events, we appreciate those who were able to join us. To address this issue, we're exploring strategies to reduce scheduling conflicts and ensure strong attendance in the future. Our next mass is on December 1st, where we'll welcome new Prep students and their families.
On December 5th, we're hosting our annual Our Lady of Lourdes Colour Fun Run. This exciting event includes tabloid sports hosted by Kaboom! and a colourful run. All proceeds will go towards building additional learning spaces to support our growing enrollment. We encourage families to participate and help their children fundraise.
There's just one week left in the term! Next Friday, September 20th, we're hosting our annual OLOL Footy Fun Day. Kids can dress up in their favourite team colours and participate in skill-based activities. We invite parents to join us and help out. The event runs from 9:10 AM to 10:45 AM, and school will conclude at 1 PM. Extend Aftercare is available for bookings from 1 PM to 6 PM.
On behalf of all the staff, we wish you a safe and enjoyable two-week break. We look forward to hearing all about the fun things our families got up to during this time.
Together, we can achieve great things. Thank you for your continued support and dedication.
Adrian McAlister
Footy Fun Day is on next week, Friday 20th September (last day of Term 3). Students are invited to dress up in their football team colours. This can be either AFL, NRL, Rugby or Soccer or your favourite sports team. The idea is to celebrate the football finals and generally have a bit of fun by supporting your team at school.
Parents are welcome to join us from 9.10am - 10.45am.
If you can not make it in person please print and complete the order form below and hand it in at the school office by Thursday 12th September. Your order will then be ready for collection and payment from the school office.
As the weather in October, being Spring, can still be quite chilly children can choose to wear either winter or summer uniform for the first couple of weeks of Term 4. By Monday 21st October (Week 3, Term 4), everyone should be wearing full summer uniform. The summer uniform is available for purchase from either :While on the subject of uniform – as it is the end of the term, could we please ask everyone to check their child’s uniform to ensure that all of the articles they are wearing (and any they may have in their bags) actually belong to them (in particular jumpers and jackets). Also, please ensure that all items of uniform are clearly marked with your child’s name.
Please remind your children that they need to be responsible for their own belongings!
Due to the HOLT Athletics on Monday the 7th of October, the students will swap their specialist days in Term 4 Week 1.
Monday 7th October - Prep - 2 - Sports Uniform
Tuesday 8th October - 3 - 6 - Sports Uniform
Kind regards
Mr Podbury
OLOL Art ShowFriday, 25th October
6.00pm to 8.00pm
More details to follow next term!
This year our 5/6s will enjoy an overnight camp at Peninsula Outdoors on Thursday 7th and Friday 8th November (Term 4, Week 5).
Students will participate in a variety of activities over the two days including canoeing, boogie boarding, adventure race and more.
The students will leave school at 9am sharp on Thursday 7th November and are scheduled to arrive back at Our Lady of Lourdes on Friday 8th November at 3pm.
The Itinerary and list of things to bring are linked here.
If you have any questions regarding the 5/6 camp please email Irene Stone (irene.stone@olprahraneast.catholic.edu.au).
Please complete the form below and submit before 11th October.
Looking forward to a great 5/6 camp!
This year our 3/4 overnight Camp will be at Kryal Castle on Thursday 14th and Friday 15th November (Term 4, Week 6).
Students will participate in a variety of activities over the two days including Medieval Games, Arms and Armour, Calligraphy, Theatre School and Sword Training.
The students will leave school at 9am sharp on Thursday 14th November and are scheduled to arrive back at Our Lady of Lourdes at 3pm on Friday 15th November.
The Itinerary and list of things to bring are linked here.
Please complete the form below and submit before 11th October:
If you have any questions regarding the 3/4 Camp please email Irene Stone (irene.stone@olprahraneast.catholic.edu.au).
Looking forward to a fun and action-packed 3/4 Camp!
Please note in Term 4 there will be School Closure days on :Monday, 4th November
and
Friday, 22nd November
Congratulations to all the Student of the Week Award winners from Week 5, 6 and 8. These students exemplified the values of
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| IMPORTANT DATES FOR TERM 3 & TERM 4 | |
| Date | Event |
| Friday 13 September | Kinect2Dance |
| Tuesday 17 September | Confirmation Retreat Day - Year 5/6 |
| Friday 20 September | Footy Fun Day |
| Term 3 Ends @ 1.00pm | |
| Monday 7 October | Term 4 Commences |
| Wednesday 9 October | Visit from Bishop |
| Thursday 17 October | Sacrament of Confirmation |
| Friday 25 October | OLOL Art Show |
| Monday 4 November | School Closure Day |
| Tuesday 5 November | Melbourne Cup Day - Public Holiday |
| Thursday 7 November - Friday 8 November | Year 5/6 Camp to Merricks Lodge |
| Monday 11 November | Remembrance Day |
| Tuesday 12 November | ABC Music Performance |
| Prep 2025 Parent Only Information Night - 7.00pm | |
| Wednesday 13 November | ABC Music Performance |
| Prep 2025 Orientation Day #1 (9.15am - 10.45am) | |
| Thursday 14 November - Friday 15 November |
Year 3/4 Camp to Kryal Castle |
| Wednesday 20 November | Prep 2025 Orientation Day #2 (9.15am - 10.45am) |
| Friday 22 November | School Closure Day |
| Wednesday 27 November | Prep 2025 Orientation Day #3 (9.15am - 10.45am) |
| Sunday 01 December | Term 4 Whole School Mass - 11.15am |
| Thursday 05 December | Colour Fun Run |
| Tuesday 10 December | Year 6 Graduation Dinner |
| Wednesday 11 December | Carols Nights and End of Year Disco |
| Monday 16 December | Whole School Fun Day |
| Tuesday 17 December | Term 4 Ends @ 1.00pm |
| Thursday 30th January | Term 1 2025 Commences (Prep - Year 6) |
*please note that all dates are correct at the time of publishing this newsletter however dates are subject to change and therefore it is important to check the SZapp and subsequent newsletters for any changes that may occur.
Toorak Prahran Cricket Club – September Holiday Cricket Programs and other cricket programs - registrations open for 24/25 season.
TPCC welcomes previous players and any member of the public (from any suburb) seeking to participate in 24/25 season.
TPCC requires online registration for all of its cricket programs – this email details how to get more information and also to register.
TPCC is running the following cricket programs during 24/25 season:
- Interclub junior cricket (9 to 16 years mixed - synthetic and turf)
- Interclub junior cricket (all girls - 8 to 14 years)
- Interclub club senior cricket (male - synthetic and turf)
- Junior blasters (5 to 7 years old mixed)
- Master blasters (7 to 11 years mixed)
Toorak Prahran Cricket Club are inviting people to register for the 24/25cricket season by clicking this link.
https://play.cricket.com.au/club/toorak-prahran-cricket-club/fcdb3fd0-87d8-eb11-a7ad-2818780da0cc?tab=info
Holiday Cricket Camps
TPCC is running cricket camps for 6 to 14 year olds in the September 2024school holidays. To get more information on the cricket camps and also to register please follow this link:
https://www.trybooking.com/CUYWX
All Abilities Cricket
Toorak Prahran Cricket Club are running All Abilities Cricket every Wednesday between 5pm to 6pm commencing 6 November 2024 at Orrong Park Sydney Street Prahran 3181.
To get more information on this program and also to register please follow this link:
https://www.trybooking.com/CUYUW
The sessions are free and caters for all sexes from 5 years to adult and is open to any member of the public.
Players use plastic bats and soft balls provided by the club – (there will be no hardball cricket activities). All participants will receive a free plastic bat and ball to take away after the session.
If you have any questions regarding the camps please contact Jim Hallam 0414965442 or jendix@jendix.com.au