St Francis of Assisi Catholic Parish Primary School Warrawong
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95 Flagstaff Road
Warrawong NSW 2502
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Phone: 02 4274 3386
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Principal Message

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The 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Gospel Reading
Jesus Calms the Storm - Mark 4: 35-41      

Last Sunday's Gospel describes how Jesus calmed a storm at sea. Jesus' disciples were frightened by a sudden storm; Mark notes the contrast between the disciples' terror and Jesus' peace. Jesus is sleeping, untroubled by what is going on around him.
This Gospel is a metaphor for our lives. We are in the boat, the storms of life are raging around us, and like the disciples, we may believe that Jesus is unconcerned. At that time, Jesus is disappointed by their lack of faith and perspective. Though the storms of fear and doubt may have played more significant roles in our lives during this past year, God’s love continues to speak to us with words of calm. We may yet be experiencing storms blowing around and within us; let’s listen for that strong yet calm voice, bringing peace and security with it. When we bring our worries to God in prayer, we should have faith and hope that all will be well as our problems are in God’s hand.

As we reflect on Term Two, there have been many achievements and celebrations as a St Francis of Assisi community. Students have had opportunities to participate in ANZAC Day, National Sorry Day and Reconciliation liturgies, NAPLAN, Years 1, 2, 3 and Year 4 excursions, Year 2 Celebration of Learning assembly, class and grade Masses, Mary Poppins musical and of course many learning opportunities in the classrooms. In addition, our students have benefited from getting back on the sporting field, attending our school cross country carnival and South Coast netball gala day. Last Friday, we held our school Athletics Carnival, which was a great day. Thank you to Mr Murphy, Mrs Briscoe, and Mrs Mansbridge for organising the carnival. Thank you to the staff for ensuring the day ran smoothly and the parents who volunteered and came to support the students. It takes staff, parents and students working together for these days to be successful.
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This term, I have had the pleasure of interviewing a number of families in preparation for Kindergarten 2022. This is always a special time for these families. We have had many opportunities to gather with families at our Mothers' Day Mass and morning tea, parent, student and teacher conferences, parents and friends meetings, 200 Years of Catholic Education and 60 + 1 years of St Francis of Assisi school celebrations. Wow! All in one term!

I hope the holiday period is a special time with your family.
Thank you for all your support this term.
Wishing you all a safe and restful school holiday break.
Please remember the families of our school community who need special prayers.

Mrs Vicky Davidson
Principal

“Parents and families are recognised as integral members of the school community and partners in their child’s education.”
Australian Council for Educational Research National School Improvement Tool, 2016