With the penultimate week of Term 2 now almost over we are staring down the wonderful reprieve of two weeks holidays for staff and students. It has been another massive term and everyone is deserving of a solid break. The cold weather has been challenging and hopefully families will be able to have some quality time relaxing and refreshing themselves for another 10-week term.

Last week the Vicar-General for Education Fr Richard Thompson conferred the Sacrament of Confirmation on 21 Candidates. It was a wonderful celebration of our young people confirming their faith in front of the parish and their family and friends. Thank you to Mrs Maxwell, Sr Kathy and the Stage 3 teachers who helped prepare them for this important moment in their faith journey. It was so nice to see so many families in the church sharing in the Mass.

So much has been happening over the past weeks as teachers finalise the curriculum reports for Semester One. These reports will be released on COMPASS at the end of next week. Parents must log onto the student profile and choose ‘reports’ from the ribbon where all reports for the student are stored. The teachers have been dedicated in providing accurate and clear commendations and recommendations for the students. The assessments over the past two terms are reflected in the grades that are given for the different Key Learning Areas. Early next term there will be an opportunity to meet with the teachers to discuss any points from the reports about progress, development, effort, achievement and steps forward.

We are about to enter Week 10 – the final week for Term 2 – this will be a short week with students finishing for the term on THURSDAY 4^th JULY. Teachers will remain on site on Friday for additional training and professional learning and to prepare for Term 3. On Thursday we will join as a community to mark NAIDOC WEEK with a whole school liturgy. We will then have a shared lunch (the traditional sausage sizzle) and then finish with our community event of House Trivia. We will also mark this day with a uniform free day and students are welcome to wear the colours of the First Nation flag or any item of clothing acknowledging first nation art and community. We are so blessed to have so many wonderful First nations students who are proud of their culture. This is a very important event in the calendar for our school. Please join us if you have time.

Yesterday was an energetic afternoon of ‘Jump Rope for Heart’. Our Primary students enthusiastically jumped and leapt around for an hour in an effort to raise funds, promote healthy activity and to just have fun. Our Primary staff also embraced the spirit of the event and donned vibrant active wear to join in with the students. Thank you to everyone who contributed in some way.

Our Infants student will round out the term with the annual disco on Wednesday afternoon. Interestingly they chose an 80s fluoro theme for their hour of dancing. It is a joy filled afternoon of frantic dance moves and it will be a delight to behold. Thank you to our wonderful Infants staff for leading this activity.

This year has seen the revival of a long standing tradition of Sacre Heart of the School Musical Production. Since 2000 when the first production hit the stage of St Columbas Hall we have seen 10 different iterations of Sacred Heart students’ talent and creativity. This year just to add to our hectic schedule and those of our secondary staff and students we are endeavouring to bring a new version of ‘Man of Steel’ to the stage in August. Our students are the busiest I have ever known and we have had to work around their hectic schedules but we are determined to bring the best possible production to the stage. Tickets for the show will go on sale sometime next week for the cast members in the first instance and then the general public after that. Stay tuned for a COMPASS update when they are available. It never ceases to amaze the depth of the talent that our students have and their willingness to be involved in extra-curricular activities despite their busy lives. Over the final weeks they will give up time in the holidays and on weekends to refine and rehearse ‘Man of Steel 2024’.

So much sport has also been happening over the past weeks. Please read Ms Withers and Ms Van Kerk Oerle’s report on all our efforts and successes. This doesn’t happen without significant logistical organisation and I pay tribute to the staff and students who are involved in making these events happen. Also, to the parents who are generous in offering to transport student.

They are predicting our coldest week of winter next week so enjoy the sun while it is out and have a restful weekend.

Remember, if you have to choose between being extraordinary or kind – be extraordinarily kind. The world can always use more kindness

God Bless

Ms Nicky Trinder

Principal

Alexander Byrne, Izaiah Carter- Pahulu, George Clark, Oliver Daley, Evelyn Drum, Ryan England, Charlotte Gay, Ned Hazlett, Brayden Kimber, Sophie Knewstub, Leilani McGlynn, Ruby Mitchell, Charlie Paterson, Ella Roberts, Thomas Shields, Eli Slattery- Jones, Ava Smith, Reuben Smith, William Stephens, Eamon Sutherland and Mark Venusa.

Mary Help of Christians

In week 4 the school celebrated the Feast Day of Mary Help of Christians by attending a liturgy lead by infants. It was a beautiful celebration full of movement, storytelling and prayer. Mary: Help of Christians is the patroness saint of Australia. During the early days of colonisation when Mass was not celebrated in Australia, Catholics would say the Rosary as a way of celebrating our faith. This has developed a long tradition of devotion to Mary in Australia.

Reflection Day

In Week 4 and Week 7, Years 2 and Years 4 participated in their Reflection Days for the year. Year 2 joined together to explore the theme of Forgiveness, while Year 4 looked at who is our neighbour and how we should care for and respect everyone. Both groups had a wonderful day participating in drama activities, songs, art and craft, breaking open the scriptures and prayer.

Healthy Relationships Talks

In Week 8 the team from the Archdiocese come out to lead a program with our secondary students. The student engaged in conversations and activities promoting healthy and respectful relationships.

Feast of the Sacred Heart

In Week 7 the whole school gathered to celebrate Mass of the Feast of the Sacred Heart. Our school charism is the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The values of love, compassion and service help form who we are as a community. All students created a woven heart that at the end of Mass held special treats. Fr Lolesio had the students shouting from the top of their lungs their love for the Sacred Heart of Jesus. We were also able to reinstate our altar servers. Thank you to those students who are giving of their time to serve at parish and school masses. It was a very special celebration.  

~Jump Rope for Heart~

Primary Sport

Jump Rope For Heart

On Thursday we had our first Jump Rope for heart Skipping afternoon. It was an afternoon full of students laughing and having fun celebrating their achievements. In the end we raised $6338.00 Thankyou to all the families and friends that donated to such a great cause. 

MacKillop Touch trials

Well done to Oliver Daley who represented Canberra Goulburn at the MacKillop trials. What a great experience to have an opportunity to compete at such a high level. All reports were that Oliver showed great sportsmanship and his coach was very impressed. Well Done Oli.

WR Athletics

Congratulations to all our competitors that participated in the Western Region Athletics in Temora. All reports were that even though it was not the best weather our students tried their best. Sacred Heart came in third place overall. Our team included:

A special mention to;

Oliver Daley - Third overall points in the Senior Boys 

Alex Bynre - Fourth overall points in the Senior Boys

Olivia Cassidy - Fourth Overall points in the Intermediate Girls

Charlie Paterson - Fourth Overall points in the Intermediate Boys.

Trent Barrett - Stage Two

Information will go out on compass in week 10 about the stage two league and tag league day. It is a gala day and all about having fun and possibly trying a new sport. We will be looking for coaches and families to assist with transport. The date is the 13th of August in Harden. 

Primary Sport Dates

Secondary Sport

Representative Sports

A reminder to keep checking the Secondary Sports Google Classroom page for all notifications and processes for registration for the many representative sports coming up this term. IMPORTANT - Please take notice of the due date. There are many reasons for the due date and we need to stick to them.

Schoolgirl’s Trophy - Rugby League

Well done to all the girls who played in the U14s and U16s Rugby League (Tackle) Schoolgirl’s Trophy at Nicholson Park on Tuesday 11th June. 

Congratulations to the U16s team, who were undefeated, and now progress to the Riverina Finals on Wednesday 3rd July in Wagga. The U14s won 1 out of 4 games and improved in every game.

All of our girls represented the school colours with honour, displaying wonderful team spirit and support for each other. 

Ally Evans’ strong running game gave the 14s plenty of field advantage, with Maycee Twyford and Sophie Boxsell very strong in defence. Emme Piffero led the team well from the middle with great support from Hannah Tregear and  Bridee Gartside.

Our 16s girls won their first game due to the golden boot of Lucy Paterson, who also stood out for her strong running game and talk in the field. Experienced players Hallie Kelly and Josey Hoey were outstanding in both defence and attack, providing invaluable points on the board and denying the opposition scoring opportunities. Willow Hall and Ashlee Peacey were also great in support across the field.

Well done to Jessy Fisher, Matt Wilde and Aidan Smith for refereeing on the day. Thank you to Kylie Murray for coaching and managing the teams.

14s - Lucy Dunk, Ally Evans, Ella Gammon, Bridee Gartside, Maycee Twyford, Sophie Boxsell, Ruby Harris, Lily Peacey, Emme Piffero, Hannah Tregear

16s - Alexis Carr, Nellie Ward, Scarlett Chambers, Grace Derrick, Josey Hoey, Leila Ismay, Hallie Kelly, Lucy Paterson, Ashlee Peacey, Tilly Sannazzarro, Amelia Smith, Caitlin Taber

Best of luck to the U16s girls travelling to Wagga for the finals next week.

CECG Soccer Gala Day

Junior Boys

Game 1 versus Hennessy Catholic College Young was a 0-0 draw. It was a close fought match with some excellent goalkeeping by both sides. 

Game 2 versus Trinity School Goulburn was a comeback match after going down a goal in the first half. Ben Piffero kept his cool after running onto a neat pass from Henry Fry to score the equaliser. 1-1 draw. 

Game 3 saw our side trail after an early goal by Lumen Christi Pambula. The boys struggled to find their rhythm this match, however, Ben Piffero collected a neat cross from Jessy Fisher to again score the equaliser. 1-1 draw. 

There were many commendable performances notably from Austin Beddow, Jake Winsor, Even Lonnen and Ben Piffero. Ryan Dempsey is a player to watch for the future. They were great ambassadors for the school. We like to say we were ‘undefeated’ on the day!

Mr Smith

Junior Boys Team

Austin Beddow, Noah Carr, Ryan Dempsey, Jessy Fisher, Henry Fry, Joshua Ismay, Xavier Jones, Evan Lonnen, Thomas Peacey, Ben Piffero, Harry Simons, Aidan Smith, Eamon Sutherland, Lucas Walker, Jake Winsor

Junior Girls 

Game 1 vs Trinity was a 2-0 win. Team goals finished off by sisters Matilda and Sophie Sannazzaro. Their connection and trust in each other on the field was impressive to watch.

Game 2 vs Carroll College was a 0-1 loss. It was a very hard fought game with some outstanding goalkeeping by Leila Ismay.

Game 3 vs St Pats Cooma was a 6-0 win. Matilda Sannazzaro was lethal with the boot scoring 4 goals, and the youngsters of the team, Sarah Lake and Emerson Jones worked really hard and were deserving of their goal each. We even had the chance for a few goalie runs with faith put into our very reliable back line lead by Zara Bodycott.

Game 4 vs Hennessy was a 4-0 win, rounding the day off with some teamwork brilliance. Goals to Matilda Sannazzaro, Sarah Lake, Ashlee Peacey and Caitlin Taber.

Everyone played with outstanding sportsmanship, and enjoyed their time together with some very funny moments on and off field.

Junior Girls Team

Zara Bodycott, Emily Fry, Ruby Harris, Leila Ismay, Emerson Jones, Sarah Lake, Lily Peacey, Ashlee Peacey, Matilda Sannazzaro, Sophie Sannazzaro, Amelia Smith, Caitlin Taber, Nellie Ward.

Riverina Futsal Championships

Well done to the teams who went to the Riverina Futsal Championships on Tuesday (U14s) and Wednesday (U16s) this week. 

U14s Boys

Connor Loiterton, Ryan Dempsey, Eamon Sutherland, Jai Alexander, Lucas Walker, Harry Simons, Joshua Ismay, Noah Carr, Harry Winsor

The boys played very well and represented Sacred Heart with pride. They played five games resulting in one win, two draws and two losses. Josh played goalie for most of the games saving many goals. Harry W filled in as goalie in the last game, and displayed great skill. Goals were scored by Harry W, Harry S, Lucas and Josh. The boys displayed very good teamwork and supported one another very well.

U14s Girls

Emerson Jones, Sarah Lake, Ruby Harris, Lily Peacey, Emme Piffero, Sophie Boxsell, Sophie Sannazzaro

The girls displayed great sportsmanship and skill. For some it was the first time playing competitive Futsal and for most of the girls, playing goalie for the first time, was an experience. The girls played six games against various schools in the region. They came away with two wins, one draw and three losses. The girls’ skills developed dramatically over the course of the day. Goal scorers were Emerson, Sophie S, Sophie B, Ruby and Sarah.

U16s Boys

Aidan Smith, Riley Tregear, Austin Beddow, Evan Lonnen, Jessy Fisher, Thomas Peacey, Ben Piffero, Alex English (Assistant Coach)

The boys played 5 games and won 1, 2 draws and 1 loss. Goal scorers were Evan and Tom.

U16s Girls

Ashlee Peacey, Matilda Sannazzaro, Zara Bodycott, Emily Dickinson, Leila Ismay, Amelia Smith, Nellie Ward, Hallie Kelly

The senior girls also played six games against various schools in the region and they also came away with two wins, one draw and three losses. The girls’ had lots of fun. Goal scorers were Ashlee, Emily D, Amelia, Matilda.

Thanks to the parents who supported the students and provided transport.

Secondary Sports Dates

Term 2

W10

Wed Jul 3rd - Katrina Fanning Cup, Girls Rugby League Finals, Wagga

Term 3

W1

Wed Jul 24th - NSW All School Cross Country, Sydney

W3

Tue Aug 6th - Small Schools, Boys Rugby League, Wagga

W6

Tue Aug 27th - CECG Athletics, Canberra

Wed Aug 28th - Small Schools Finals, Boys Rugby League, Bathurst (TBC)

W9

Mon Sep 16th - NSWCCC Athletics, Sydney

Thu Sep 19th - Yr 7-9 League Tag, Wagga