St Pat's News

Just a reminder that all students should be wearing their summer uniform. If your child is out of uniform for any reason, a note should be given to their class teacher.

Girls -  school maroon v-neck jumper, summer dress or navy shorts & short sleeve polo, navy socks and black school shoes. (no tights with the summer dress, we have long or ankle socks available for purchase from the uniform shop)

Boys - school maroon v-neck jumper, navy shorts & short sleeve polo, navy socks and black school shoes.

Runners are not to be worn with the school uniform.

Sports - school maroon v-neck jumper or windcheater, maroon sports shorts, short sleeve polo, white socks and runners.

9.15am      Yr F/1M        9.45am      Yr F/1D        10.15am    Yr F/1P

10.45am    Yr 2               11.45am    Yr 3/4MA    12.15          Yr 3/4W

12.45pm    Yr 3/4ML      1.15pm      Yr 5

In 5/6 our inquiry focus on ‘Natural’ disasters has been topical this week with NSW and Southern Queensland being ravaged by bushfires. We are seeing first hand the destruction that can be caused by the ever changing climatic conditions on our planet. We have been discussing ways that we can be more aware in preparing our own houses from the threat of natural disasters.  We are also grateful that we live in an area that is rarely affected by dramatic climate conditions.

As Yr 6 children we are looking forward to reflecting on our years at St Patrick’s over the next 4 weeks.  We are grateful for the wonderful teachers who have helped us throughout primary school. We are grateful for being able to learn lots of new things.  We are grateful for being able to do sporting activities including cricket, netball and football. We are grateful for the opportunity to help other people, like when we go to Moyneyana house. We are grateful that we can join groups like Sustainability Group and Mini Vinnies. 

By Charlotte, Lucy and Caitlin.

Our 2019 whole school performance will be held on Wednesday November 27th and I would like to make you aware of costume requirements for your child. The setting for this particular performance is the Middle East/Arabia.  A quick Google images search for middle eastern/arabic costumes/dress will provide you with many examples for inspiration. A further Google search for Ali Baba and/or Aladdin costumes shows harem pants, head scarves, fezes, vests, sandals, long shirts, etc. which seem to be the general look of the time.

All students in Year F-6 are asked to wear a costume  with the above criteria in mind. There are some examples pictured.

The following groups of actors, however, need to be a little more specific.  They are:

The Palace Guards:  White harem (or baggy) pants and white tops.  This group of actors will be provided with a gold sash and headband to define their association with the wealthy Sultan.  

The Bongo Bandits:  Black Harem (or baggy) pants and loose fitting black long sleeve top or vest. This group of actors will be provided with a red sash and headband to define their association with the Bandits.

Dusty and Sandy: Knee-length baggy trousers, red and white striped socks, white sleeveless vest, red braces and a red fez (this will be provided).

The Three Sheiks:  Sheiks could be dressed similarly with white harem pants and tops with gold accessories and head towels/scarves and a thick beard if you like. A funny addition can be dark sunglasses which gives them the wealthy celebrity look.

Semolina, Tapioca and Figgy:  These three handmaidens are associated with the wealthy Sultan, so they need to appear well dressed and affluent.  A google search for ‘Princess Jasmine’s Handmaidens’ will give you an idea of what these characters could wear.  

If you have any issues with sourcing a costume, please let me know as soon as possible. Please do not feel that you need to buy new things - repurposing clothing the children already have will be fine e.g. elastic around the bottom of baggy pants will make harem pants.