We are approaching All saints day on November 1st. We are very aware of it because Halloween ads and prep is all around the place. For us Catholics is a feast of hope and joy that puts before our eyes our call to holiness. As Pope Benedict XVI taught:

"Behold the meaning of today's solemnity: Gazing upon the luminous example of the saints the great desire to be like the saints is awakened in us; happy to live near to God, in his light, in the great family of the friends of God. Being a saint means living close to God, living in his family. And this is the vocation of all of us, vigorously reaffirmed by the Second Vatican Council, and on this day brought to our attention in a solemn way."

It is a day of hope in which we are inspired by the millions of anonymous saints who have left behind on this earth a furrow of hope in the action of God in their lives. Yes, God is at work in our hearts and through us, he continues his work of making people happy here on earth. And how can I become a saint? Benedict answers:

We were very happy to open our gates last week to the giggles, curiosity and boundless energy of our infants’ children. Many fabulous learning adventures await them this term.

Our dedicated teachers are ready once again to create a warm and stimulating environment where our children can continue to thrive.

Please enjoy the photographs of the first couple of weeks.

Last term, 3 Navy participated in shared inquiry discussions relating to our novel study. Students were able to discuss and debate many key points in the book. Every student had the opportunity to: take notes, question, comment and argue points regarding the stories studied. This term Year 3 visited the Seymore Centre to enjoy a live show all about science. The ‘Alphabet of Awesome Science’ show was filled with new vocabulary and mind-blowing experiments. The students experienced everything as they were seated in the front rows from: water spray, rice crispy attacks, leaf blower strength and bubbles galore.

Shared Inquiry Comments

Zahra – I liked hearing other students’ ideas.

Catherine – It was good to hear what other students thought.

Lily – Everyone got to say their opinion.

Maya – I enjoyed the debating of comments.

Alphabet of Awesome Science Comments

Sienna H – We saw experiments we haven’t seen before.

Anna – I liked the ‘smoke-flavoured’ bin donuts.

Gianna – There were many new and large words that we didn’t know.

Gabrielle – I liked the giant cloud at the end.

Talitha – It was good they used words are related these to the alphabet.

The first two weeks of term have gone by in a blink! Our students have settled in very well to the new term and seem ready to embrace the learning opportunities ahead of them.

One Million Children Praying the Rosary Campaign

We have joined tens of thousands of children from around the world this week in taking part in the One Million Children Praying the Rosary Campaign. The website explains: The aim of this prayer initiative is first to show that the trusting prayer of children can fly like an arrow straight to the heart of God and consequently has great influence. How powerful then is the prayer of the Rosary when prayed by children for peace and unity within families, within their own nation and in the whole world!

Tangara Family Spirit

Our Primary girls have been praying every day for their “big sisters” in Yr 12 who are doing the HSC. Each girl has a small photograph on their desk of one of the Yr 12 girls to help them remember to pray for them. The family spirit at our school is so special.

Incursion and Excursion

The Virtue we have been focussing on in the Junior School is Determination.

Definition: 

Determination is the strength to see something through till the end with our giving up or losing heart. Having determination does not mean you never feel discouraged, have moments of doubt or fear, or face adversity. It means pressing on despite these obstacles.

I am practicing determination when I:

· Believe what I am doing is important

· Set goals for myself

· Focus my full attention on what I am doing

· Resist distractions

· Keep going even if it gets difficult

· Ask for help when I need it

          · Finish what I start

Where does Determination fit?

Self Mastery

·Self discipline

·Focus

·Persistence

·Orderliness

·Determination

·Perseverance

·Stickability

For older students:

😊Do I push through to finish a task or get frustrated and give up when things don’t go my way?

😊When was a time I displayed determination? How did it make me feel?

😊 Is there anything that I regret quitting? Can I take it up again and finish it?

By Aashita Khosla Yr 9 and Miss Alvir

In our first REAL lesson this term, we began an introduction to the importance of forgiveness. Collectively as a class, we began a mind-map on our idea of forgiveness. This was followed with many discussions on our personal experiences with forgiveness and where we have displayed it in our lives. This REAL lesson taught us that forgiveness is an essential and beautiful character strength that we can apply in our lives. Letting go of a grudge or the anger we hold towards somebody else may be difficult. However, forgiveness allows us to let go of the resentment we hold and simply allow ourselves to be free. We discovered that forgiveness gives us a sense of peace within ourselves and allows us to build healthy relationships with our loved ones.

What the Science says…

It is hard to believe that Term 4 is already well underway, with the first fortnight already completed!

This term will be jam packed again with Yearly Examinations, Excursions, Camps, Community Service, Co-Curricular Activities and of course our Presentation Night.

We also continue to pray for our Year 12 girls as they sit for their HSC Exams.

Our current Year 11's have now moved into their Year 12 classrooms, as they now embark on their final year of schooling. They were handed out their Jersey's last week, which they have enjoyed wearing each day since (see attached photos).

Congratulations to Olivia S in Year 9 who has qualified for Nationals in Swimming in the 400m Freestyle. We wish her all the best for this competition next year!

The countdown is on in Secondary with only 33 more school days left this term. The girls are encouraged to try their personal best inside and outside the classroom for the remainder of the term!

Saint Josemaría taught that "an hour of study … is an hour of prayer" when it is done with a supernatural motive and offered to God with love.

As a way to show our solidarity with those suffering through the war in the Holy Land the Secondary students are taking on the pray for peace in the Middle East study=prayerchallenge! We have encouraged the girls to transform their many hours of study and work into prayer for peace!

How to live the "Golden Hour" of study = prayer?

Follow these three steps!

1. Ready- be intentional - set an intention (supernatural motive), imagine who and what you are praying for. Write it down. Be aware that you may not "feel" like studying but you are making a choice to want to study for this intention.

Join us for an evening of music as we present the Peripatetic Music Soirée on Sunday, November 12th. Our talented students, under the guidance of our dedicated music tutors, will showcase their musical prowess in a diverse range of instruments and styles.

Mark your calendars and come support our budding musicians at this unforgettable soirée. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Duke of Edinburgh update

Congratulations to Erene D Souza and Nadine Ishak who were awarded their Bronze Award badges and certificates at assembly. They should be commended for their commitment, enthusiasm and determination. They can now progress to their Silver Award.

Students 14+ are welcome to contact Mrs Benson if they are interested in starting their Bronze Award or if they have already commenced their Award and would like some guidance to get back on track.

Tangara Blue Award for Sporting Excellence

At the 2023 Presentation Night, the school will again be presenting the Tangara Sporting Blue Award. The Blue is a tradition adopted by many schools and universities across the world, following a practice commenced by Oxford and Cambridge in 1829. It will be awarded for outstanding sporting achievement and for enhancing the reputation of sport at Tangara.

Recipients must have represented Tangara at HZSA or AICES Carnivals in at least three of Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics, Tennis, Gymnastics or Triathlon and two other sports which require a seasonal commitment or one sport which requires a year commitment. Alternatively, recipients will have demonstrated outstanding performances in any sport(s) at CIS level at a minimum or National or International representation.

Thank you to those students who have collected, filled and returned a Christmas Box to the library. There are no more Christmas boxes. However, students may use a generic shoebox the size of an A4 page.

Please return all shoeboxes by Friday 27th October.

Mrs Ellis

Congratulations to Ruvita and Luis Dsouza who recently welcomed little Mateus into their family. A younger brother to Zoanna in Year 3R.

The Pared Academy is pleased to invite you to 'Pay Cheque with a Purpose', a one-night event with renowned speaker Alexandre Havard! He spoke at the 2021 Term 2 KPF, and feedback was so positive, we're bringing him back!

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Alex wants to help you:

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