Prayer for the Long Weekend
Heavenly Father,
I thank You for the joy that this weekend brings.
I pray that You fill my heart with laughter, peace, and love.
May I experience moments of true joy with my family and friends.
Help me to cherish the little things in life and appreciate the blessings of this weekend.
Amen
The Liwara Newsletter, Volume 8
30th May 2025
In this week's newsletter:
- Staff Changes
- Liwara Cross Country
- Communion Masses
- School Photos
and more...
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents and Caregivers
Staff Changes
It is with sadness that we say goodbye to Mrs Fiona Kranz who has been working in the Office Thursday morning and Friday. Her last day is today, Friday, 30 May. Mrs Kranz has decided to accept 4 days a week working at her other school, which suits her and her family. We thank Mrs Kranz for being such a positive, bright presence in our school and wish her all the best for the future.
Cross Country
Well done to our all students for trying their hardest. Mr Sanders has a very positive message to share with students on Cross Country Day:
Run/Walk/Skip with a smile!
You don’t have to be great to start,
Just start and you will be great!
Mr Sanders managed to work around the rain showers and the children did have a smile on their faces. Thank you to Mr Sanders and the staff for organising and supporting this wonderful fitness day. The Interschool Cross Country will be held on Friday, 20 June.
Communion Masses
Our Year 4 classes and Catechist children are continuing their sacramental preparation. They will have a Retreat run by 24:7 Ministry on Tuesday, 10 June. The Communion Masses will be spread over 2 weekends: 14 & 15 June, 21 & 22 June. The children and their families will then nominate a Mass to attend to collect their certificates on the weekend of 28 & 29 June.
School Photos
Our School Photos will be held on Wednesday, 18 and Thursday 19 June. We alternate terms for our school photos so we capture students in their Summer and then Winter school uniforms. More information will be sent out via Seesaw.
Puzzle Club
Mrs McCabe is running Puzzle Club on a Monday after school and she organised the inaugural Family Puzzle Afternoon last Sunday. It was very well attended and everyone was busy, heads down, solving puzzles. Mrs McCabe is preparing the children for the State Jigsaw Puzzle Competition on Saturday, 21 June.
Pupil Free Days
Please take note of the Public Holiday and Pupil Free Days coming up this term.
Monday, 2 June- WA DAY Public Holiday
Tuesday, 3 June- Pupil Free Day
Wednesday, 4 June- Pupil Free Day
ENROLMENTS FOR CHILDREN IN KINDY 2026/2027 AND PRE KINDY 2025/2026
We currently have a limited number of vacancies for 2025 across selected year groups, I urge you to contact our Enrolment Officer, as soon as possible, to discuss the enrolment process as we are currently meeting with future and current families for our 2025 Pre Kindy placements who are yet to turn three. Interviews for Kindy 2026 are currently ongoing. A reminder to all current families, if you have a child due to commence Kindy in 2026 and have not submitted your application, I urge you to do so promptly as we only have a limited number of vacancies. Please note, that Kindy will be conducted on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 2026.
Enrolment information and applications can be downloaded from our school website HERE or a paper copy can be collected from the school office.
Miss Angela Leddin
Short Term Principal
FROM THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Dance Lessons
All students will participate in a 30-minute Edu-Dance lesson each week and then showcase their performance at the end of the term on Wednesday, 2 July.
Running Club
Running Club takes place every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 8am this term for students in Kindy to Year 6.
First Holy Communion Commitment Masses
Students in Year Four are currently preparing to receive the Sacrament of First Holy Communion. Last week, parents and students participated in a workshop led by Mario from 24/7 Ministry and on Tuesday, 10 June, students will partake in a Holy Communion Retreat Day led by 24/7 Youth Ministry in the Parish Hall.
The Communion Celebration masses will occur over two weekends Saturday, 14 and 21 June at 6.00pm and Sunday, 15 and 22 June at 9.30am and 5.30pm. The students will then collect their certificates at different Masses on the weekend of 28 and 29 June.
Certificate Assembly
Our next certificate assembly will be on Friday, 6 June at 2.20pm in our School Hall.
Performance Assembly
The Year 3 Performance Assembly is on Friday, 13 June at 2.20pm in the School Hall.
School Bags for Jesus
The Yr 6 Faith Ministry has put out posters asking for school supplies to once again support ‘School Bags for Jesus’. We have supported this charity for many years as they work to support children in need with school supplies. Please see the poster further down the newsletter to support this worthy cause.
Ms Stefanie Neri
Assistant Principal
SAVE THE DATE
SCHOOL VALUES - TRUST
In Term Two we are focusing on our school value of Trust. Each student is reminded of the different ways we can offer friendship to others. All classes have this poster up on display as a constant reminder.
UPCOMING EVENTS
IMPORTANT DATES 2025
TERM 2 - 28 April to 4 July
TERM 3 - 21 July to 26 September
TERM 4 - 13 October to 12 December
Week 6 - Term 2 2025
2 June - WA Day Public Holiday
3 June - Catholic Day - Pupil Free Day
4 June - Staff PD Day - Pupil Free Day
5 June - Kindy-Yr6 Running Club @ 8.00am
6 June - Dance Lessons: PPR, 2R, 3R, 4G, 4R, 5G, 5R, 6G & 6R
6 June - Yr5 Big Day Out
6 June - Certificate Assembly @ 2.20pm
Week 7 - Term 2
9 June - Dance Lessons: PPR, 2R, 3R, 4G, 4R, 5G, 5R, 6G & 6R
9 June - Kindy-Pre Primary Health Checks
10 June- Kindy-Yr6 Running Club @ 8.00am
10 June- Dance Lessons: PPG, 1G, 1R, 2G & 3G
10 June- Yr2 Parish Mass @ 9.00am
10 June- Yr4 Communion Retreat - Parish Hall
10 June- P & F Meeting @ 7.00pm
11 June- Lifelink Day
11 June- Evacuation Drill
12 June- Kindy-Yr6 Running Club @ 8.00am
13 June- Yr3 Performance Assembly @ 2.20pm
14 June- Communion Mass @ 6.00pm
15 June- Communion Masses @ 9.30am & 5.30pm
CLASSROOM NEWS
KINDERGARTEN NEWS
What a great start to Term Two in Kindy! We have been very busy listening to timeless tales, improving our numeracy skills and beginning our phonics journey by listening to sounds in the environment.
The Three Little Pigs Adventure
This term, the children explored the timeless tale of The Three Little Pigs. Through storytelling, role-playing, and creative arts, the kids immersed themselves in this charming story.
We read and discussed the story of The Three Little Pigs, encouraging the children to think about the characters' choices and the beginning, middle and end of the story. The child enjoyed acting out the story with story stones, masks, puppets and small world scenes.
We also crafted scenes from the story, enhancing the children's creativity and fine motor skills.
Number Fun: Ordering Numbers to 10
Our young learners grew their numeracy skills with a focus on ordering numbers from 1 to 10.
We used number lines to help visualise the sequence of numbers, allowing children to practice ordering and comparing. We love using different materials to engage in number games to gain a solid understanding of number order and value.
Listening to Environmental Sounds
This term, we also emphasised the importance of listening and being aware of our surroundings. By tuning into environmental sounds, children developed essential auditory skills.
We took walks around the school grounds wearing our giant listening ears, listening to and identifying different sounds like birds chirping, wind rustling through leaves, and distant traffic.
The children played games where they matched sounds with corresponding objects, enhancing their ability to differentiate and recognise various sounds.
We are delighted with the progress and enthusiasm the children have shown this term. We have so much more happening this term, including a ‘Very Hungry Caterpillar’ dress up day, Pyjama Day, Creepy Crawly incursion and so much more!
Liwara Faction Cross Country
Last Friday, students battled the cold and the rain putting their best foot forward in the Cross Country. The runners pushed themselves to finish each race as high as possible either walking, running or a mix of both to help their faction earn points! It was great to see the students striving to achieve their very best. After some close finishes and occasionally some confusion, it was Teangi who ended on top! Well done to everyone on your amazing achievement!
Thank you so much to the parents who supported in the lead up and assisted or cheered on the day. We really appreciate it!
LIBRARY NEWS
Library borrowing has been growing in leaps and bounds!
Please ensure your child owns a library bag and remind them to bring it in each week to keep our books safe.
Thanks to the fantastic result of last year’s Scholastic book fair, we have lots of new books to enjoy! Library loans are for one week, however students can renew their loan and extend the borrowing time if needed. Students who return their borrowed books before school, go into the weekly raffle draw.
2025 Library Days for students:
- Tuesday - Kindy, Year 1 & Year 2
- Wednesday - PP, Year 5 & Year 6
- Thursday - Year 3 & Year 4
Library Bags for Sale
The Liwara Craft Group have made Library bags. The bags are $10.00 each and all profits go towards the craft stall for the School Fair.
If you are interested in purchasing one or more of these beautiful bags, they can be purchased through Trybookings:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/524560
Take your receipt to the Library and select a bag!
Mrs Clark
CANTEEN NEWS
Just a reminder that the canteen will be closed next week until Thursday, and Year 5 students will be away on Friday, 6 June so they will not require lunch orders.
We do sincerely apologise for the milk supply, but it is out of our control as it is a supplier issue. If we cannot fulfill your orders, then a credit or a substitution will be carried out. Thank you for your patience until we can return to normal supply.
If you receive an IOU note home, these can be paid at the canteen, cash only sorry, or at the office. If you prefer you can order the same meal on Quickcliqs, but please add a note saying this is for an IOU only.
A reminder that canteen orders need to be submitted online by 9.00am. Check out the menu at https://www.liwara.wa.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/Canteen-Menu-Updated-15-July-2024.pdf - there is something for everyone to enjoy!!
Thank you for supporting the Canteen.
Deb & Adriana
UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop is open Thursdays from 8.15am - 9am for all your uniform needs! Doors will not open outside of these hours.
JFE Details
Phone: 9204 1701
Email: saes@jfe.net.au
PARENTS & FRIENDS
To read this week's P & F Newsletter - CLICK HERE
To keep up to date, head to our private Facebook page by clicking here.
ALL SAINTS PARISH
ALL SAINTS GREENWOOD
7 Liwara Place
Greenwood, WA
6024
PARISH PRIEST
Father Elver Delicano
REGULAR MASS TIMES
Monday – Friday 6am & 9am
Saturdays 6pm
Sundays 7:30am, 9:30am & 5:30pm
Anointing every 2nd Saturday of the month
OFFICE OPEN TIMES
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10am - 3pm
CONTACT
m: 0466604754
e: greenwood@perthcatholic.org.au
PERTH ARCHDIOCESE WEBSITE
www.perthcatholic.org.au
CHILDREN'S LITURGY VOLUNTEERS - PARENT HELPERS NEEDED
We're seeking parent volunteers to join our All Saints Greenwood parish children’s liturgy team! We need extra helpers to support our group leaders in supervising young children during the Sunday 9:30am Mass children’s liturgy sessions. Typically, we ask for a commitment of just one Sunday per term. Volunteers will need to secure a Working With Children check, and we’re happy to assist you with the process. If you’d like to get involved, we’d love to have you—please text Bianca at 0418 986 893 to sign up!
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
Are you an adult thinking about becoming a Catholic? Do you know someone else who is? Are you a baptised Catholic who would like to receive the Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation?
All Saints Parish, Greenwood will be holding an information night on 12th June at 7.30pm. If you are interested, come along and discover what the Church has to offer. For further information, please contact Fr Elver (0466 604754) or Juliet Southgate (0450 578679).
PARISH YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS
TUESDAY 13TH MAY
Last week at 24:7 Greenwood, we had an incredible night filled with games, fellowship, fun, and faith. The evening kicked off with card games and time to connect, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere before we moved into our group games.
We introduced a brand-new game called Colour Tap, which brought lots of energy and excitement, followed by a crowd favourite—Spoons—which had everyone laughing and fully engaged.
We were also blessed to be joined by the amazing Mark De Silva, who shared a powerful and thought-provoking message on the topic "We Are What We Eat." Mark reminded us that it's not only the food we consume that shapes us, but also the media, conversations, and influences we allow into our lives. He encouraged us to be mindful of what we feed our minds and hearts, emphasizing that as Temples of the Holy Spirit, we have a responsibility to care for both our bodies and our thoughts. In doing so, we are better able to experience true freedom in Christ.
NEXT YOUTH GROUP
Join us next week as we continue exploring our term theme, Freedom in Christ. This session will focus on finding freedom through our relationships and discovering how we can witness Christ in the way we relate to others. It promises to be another meaningful and engaging night.
God bless,
Jesse and Lucy
24:7 Greenwood Youth Ministers
COMMUNITY NEWS
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA - 93RD ANNUAL FESTIVAL AND PROCESSION
Your invited to attend the 93rd Festival of St Anthony which will be held on Sunday, 15 June at 11.00am. Please see attached flyer for further information.
Procession commences at 2.00pm
CLOSURE OF GREENWOOD DENTAL THERAPY CENTRE
The Centre will be closed from the end of May through to the end of June. The following dates are available if any emergency is required:
Wednesday 4th June
Wednesday 11th June
Friday 13th June
Wednesday 18th June
Wednesday 25th June
Dental Health Services
Greenwood Dental Therapy Centre
Greenwood Primary School | Merivale Way, Greenwood,Wa,6024
Ph: (08) 92035611 |
E: GreenwoodDTC@health.wa.gov.au
W: North Metropolitan Health Se
ENROLMENTS
We are now accepting Pre Kindy - Year 6 enrolments for 2026, 2027 & beyond. Please contact the school if you have any questions on 6224 2000 or via email: enquiries@liwara.wa.edu.au for more information.