Next 15th of August we will celebrate the Assumption of our Lady. Along with her coronation as Queen of heavens (22nd August), this feast ends the cycle of Marian mysteries we celebrate throughout the year. In those two feasts, the lyrics of the song that Mary composed (called the Magnificat) become true:

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

Mary becomes a celebrity and her song has been sung in the catholic Church for centuries all over the world. Just one single song but probably the most played song ever if Spotify would have existed since the birth of Jesus.

And how does Mary become a celebrity? Pope Francis explains it to us:

Term 3 has begun with great enthusiasm in Infants. Our youngest learners were excited to dive into new activities and lessons as they continue to build upon foundational concepts and skills. Term 3 is traditionally a busy term for learning and events, and this year is no different as we celebrate 100 days of school, Book Week, Science Week and Grandparents Day.

Parent volunteers recently installed a new sandpit, transforming the playground into an exciting new space for students. The sandpit has quickly become a favourite spot for children during playtime as they enjoy building sandcastles, digging tunnels, and creating imaginative worlds together. The joy and laughter echoing from the sandpit are a testament to the positive impact of our parents' effort and generosity. Thank you!

100 Days of School

Welcome Back

I am pleased to report that the term has started very well. The energy and excitement in our classrooms are palpable, and we look forward to a productive and enriching term ahead.

Extra Curricular Achievements

It was fabulous to hear about some of the achievements of our students during the holidays.

We were thrilled to receive the news that our very own Charlotte WP was awarded Runner Up in the Year 5 2024 Harmony Day Competition. This is a huge achievement as the competition is run nationally. We are so very proud of Charlotte.

Natalie J in Yr 3 won the Silver Award in the 2024 Ryde Eisteddfod in the 8-10 years Musical Theatre vocal solo session, competing among older and more experienced singers. A fabulous achievement.

Theresa S in Yr 5 received the Highly Commended Award in the event 230 (19th Century Piano - 11 & 12 years) at the Sydney Eisteddfod, the most prestigious piano competition in Sydney. Congratulations Theresa.

Year 4 is hard at work!

Year 4 Navy have been diligently working on their STEM projects in Term 2. They successfully created a game controller and an interactive poster showing their creativity and critical thinking skills. They have been learning how to troubleshoot errors and problem solve in order to make their projects work.

In English this term, we have begun exploring narratives and focusing on crafting attention- grabbing introductions.  

Year 4 is looking forward to learning more about the world around us this term!

Ms Stephanie Elliot

4N Class Teacher

The virtue you are focussing on in the Junior School is Patience

Definition:

Patience is being able to cope with annoying and difficult situations without becoming angry or aggressive. Patience uses logic and self control to behave in a way that wont hurt other people. When we are patient we are considerate and kind to those who work slower than us, we can wait our turn and control our actions and reactions.

I am practicing patience when I:

· Calmly tolerate a delay or confusion

· Am willing to wait for things I want

· Set goals and stick with them until they are completed

· Am gentle with others when they make mistakes

Where does Patience fit?

Love

·        Forgiveness

·        Compassion

·        Empathy 

·        Charity

·        Respect

·        Friendliness

·        Courtesy

·        Kindness

·        Patience

·        Helpfulness

😊Would people who know me say that I’m a patient person?

😊How do I react if a situation is disorganised or a task is taking longer than planned?

😊 What things could I achieve if I exercised more patience.

Year 12 Geography fieldwork study excursion to Barangaroo and Pyrmont was an enriching experience that combined hands-on learning with real-world urban dynamics. The excursion was meticulously planned to help our students understand the complexities of urban renewal, urban consolidation, and the socio-economic impacts of these processes.

Semester 2 music tuition is now open!

Parents are encouraged to enrol their daughters in our diverse range of music lessons, including woodwind, brass, strings, piano, voice and our newest addition, percussion!

These lessons are a fantastic opportunity for students to develop their musical skills and explore their passion for music. For more information and to register, contact the Music department at musicacademy@tangara.nsw.edu.au

Meet our wonderful Peripatetic staff here: 2024 Tangara Peripatetic Tutors.

And read all about our extensive Music Academy offerings here: 2024 Tangara Music Academy Handbook

Congratulations to Year 5 student Theresa S for receiving the Highly Commended Award in the 19th Century Piano category (11 & 12 years) at the Sydney Eisteddfod. Competing against 85 talented participants who were older than her, Theresa showcased exceptional talent in this prestigious competition. An excellent result, well done Theresa!

This term, our Year 9 Music students are diving into the exploration of Baroque and Classical music, studying key composers like Bach, Handel, Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven. They are engaging in hands-on composition tasks, critical listening exercises, and analysis of key works to enhance their understanding and skills in music composition.

The Year 3 girls began the term learning about the use of drone in music. We listened to different examples of drone, such as didgeridoo (yidaki),  Scottish bagpipes,  a Tibetan singing bowl and a singing wine glass. 

The students had great fun creating their own drone compositions, using vocals (humming) and an inflated balloon. We explored the use of drone in Asian music and created their own drone patterns using a minor pentatonic scale on the glockenspiel. 

Mrs Angelique Goldsworthy

Class Music Teacher

Please note the change on Library Opening Hours from Term 3. The Library is now open Monday to Friday from 8am - 4pm for secondary students only.

Congratulations to the 160 students who have completed the Premier's Reading Challenge and had it validated. Closing date is Friday 23 August.

This Tuesday we held our annual Tangara Athletics Carnival. SALT houses were lined up ready for the big day as students began filling the oval and cheering their peers along as they raced. The girls showed tremendous enthusiasm and morale as they ran a variety of races across the course of the day. Both primary and secondary students were given races of differing lengths to showcase the abilities of both short-distance and long-distance runners accommodating all types of runners. Parents and teachers also had their time to shine in the student, teacher and parent relay which showcased the athleticism of our parents and teachers.

From 4 August, we’ll be making changes to bus services as we get ready for Sydney Metro

These bus changes aim to improve connectivity to Sydney Metro services and support integration into the broader public transport network, primarily in Sydney’s North West and North Shore.

Some bus routes in Sydney’s North and North West will have more services, longer operating hours and will soon have improved access to Sydney Metro stations.

While we wait for Sydney Metro, some extra bus services will operate from the North West to help you complete your trip.

To provide feedback on any Transport services, please visit https://transportnsw.info/contact-us/feedback/bus-feedback.

We hope this information assists.