2025 Term 2 Week 4

From the Principal - Kerri-Ann Manthey (Acting Principal)

Principal News

We are well into Term Two, and it has been wonderful to see our students engaged in learning, faith, and community activities.

A heartfelt thank you to our Year One class for leading a beautiful Mother’s Day Prayer Celebration last Friday. Your reverence and thoughtfulness made the morning truly special. We also extend our gratitude to the Parent Engagement Network for organising a wonderful Mother’s Day Breakfast. It was a joy to see so many families come together to celebrate the incredible women in our lives.

Upcoming Events

We look forward to our talented choral students who will represent Holy Name at the upcoming Toowoomba Eisteddfod on Friday 16 May. Your dedication and passion for music shines through at each rehearsal, and we are incredibly proud of you. Thank you to Mr Dore for conducting and Ms Inskip for accompanying the students to the Empire Theatre.

We are excited to participate in National Simultaneous Storytime on Wednesday, 21 May. This annual event promotes the joy of reading and brings students together to enjoy a shared story experience. The National Simultaneous Storytime book for 2025 is The Truck Cat, written by Deborah Frenkel and illustrated by Danny Snell. This heartwarming story follows a cat and his human companion as they travel together in a truck, exploring themes of home, belonging, and connection. We look forward to welcoming Counsellor James O’Shea to read to our students on this day.

Social Media Protection & Cyber Safety

In today’s digital world, it is more important than ever to ensure our children are safe online. We encourage families to have open conversations about responsible social media use, privacy settings, and the importance of respectful online interactions. Some key tips include:

• Setting strong passwords and keeping them private.
• Using parental controls and monitoring screen time.
• Encouraging children to speak up if they encounter anything concerning online.

For more resources on cyber safety, visit eSafety Commissioner.

Welcoming Our New Pope

We join the global Catholic community in welcoming Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope in history. His leadership is expected to continue the Church’s mission of inclusivity and social justice. Let us keep him in our prayers as he begins his journey guiding the faithful.

Faithful God,
You guide us on the path of life
and your goodness is our constant companion.

Be with our new Shepherd, Pope Leo XIV,
in his service of the Church.
Fill him with the power of your Spirit,
the peace of your presence
and the compassion of Christ.

May he walk with you,
in wisdom and humility,
and lead us, together with all God’s people,
to embody your love for the world.
Amen.

Thank you for your ongoing support and involvement in our school community. May this week be filled with learning, kindness, and faith.

Blessings

Kerri-Ann Manthey

APMI - Jodie Inskip (Acting APMI)

APMI News

Dear Families,

I feel truly blessed to have had the opportunity to serve the Holy Name School Community in this role over the past few weeks. This will be my last opportunity to communicate with you before returning to the classroom in Week 6. While working with the young students in our community is my great passion, I have really enjoyed this opportunity to work with students, teachers and families across all Year levels. Thank you for the incredible support given to me during this time.

Prayer – Honouring Mary, Mother of Jesus and our own Mother figures

May is a special month in the Catholic tradition—a time when we turn our hearts to Mary, the mother of Jesus, and reflect on her profound love, faith, and guidance. It is fitting that in this same month, we also celebrate Mother’s Day, honouring the incredible mothers and mother figures in our lives who, like Mary, nurture, support, and lead with strength and compassion.

One of the beautiful ways we can grow closer to Mary during this time is through the Rosary, a prayer that invites us to meditate on the life of Christ while seeking Mary’s intercession. Central to this devotion is the Hail Mary prayer, a heartfelt invocation that honours Mary and asks for her guidance. Engaging in this prayer deepens our connection to our faith and allows us to reflect on the selfless love that both Mary and our own mothers show us. Through each repetition of the Hail Mary, we express our trust in her intercession, drawing strength and peace from her unwavering presence.

As we celebrate the mothers in our community this month, may we be inspired by Mary’s unwavering devotion and remember the power of love, kindness, and prayer in shaping the lives of those around us.

Hail Mary

"Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen."

Strengthening Excellence in Religious Education

Last week, our dedicated teachers had the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with Lee Ann Weeks from the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office. This professional learning experience was focused on ensuring that our delivery and assessment of the Religion curriculum reflect the same intent and academic rigour as all other learning areas.

Through rich discussions and reflections, our teachers explored best practices, refining their approaches to engage students in meaningful learning experiences that foster both knowledge and faith.

We are grateful for the partnership and expertise that support our teachers in this important work, and we look forward to continuing to nurture faith-filled and academically strong learning environments for our students.

Blessings and best wishes,

Jodie Inskip

Term 2 Date Claimers

16 May                Mass attendance Year 5

16 May                Toowoomba Eisteddfod – Choir

21 May                Fr Darrell classroom visit Year 3/4

21 May                National Simultaneous Story Time

23 May                Mass attendance Year 4

24 May                Our Lady Help of Christians Feast Day

26 May                National Sorry Day / Reconciliation Week Prayer

28 May                Fr Darrell classroom visit Year 3

29 May                Our Lady Help of Christians/Ascension of the Lord Prayer Celebration (led by Year 3) 2.15pm MEAC

4 June                  Fr Darrell classroom visit Year 2

6 May                   Mass attendance Year 3/4

                                Under 8s Day

11 June               Fr Darrell classroom visit Year 1

13 June               Mass attendance Year 3

18 June               Fr Darrell classroom visit Prep

27 June               Last day of Term 2

Holy Name Sacramental Program

Sports Coordinator News

Congratulations to Sassy who successfully trialled for the Toowoomba Girls Football Team. She has been selected to now trial for the 2025 Regional Girls Football Team on Friday 30 May. All the best Sassy! 

Congratulations to CC who made the Central Zone Touch Team and will trial now for the Darling Downs Team.

Throughout the year Toowoomba Primary School Sport and Darling Downs School Sport run trials in a variety of sports to choose representative teams. Please see attached document outlining nomination details including dates and eligibility criteria. Please note that ALL NOMINATIONS FOR THESE TRIALS NEED TO GO THROUGH THE SCHOOL. Contact me at kerri-ann.manthey@twb.catholic.edu.au, if you would like to nominate.

Prep - Tennille Kauter

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Year 1 - Katrina Dunne

Year 2 - Kirralee Bronkhurst

Year 3 - Sarah McAllister/ Annie Roberts

Year 3/4 - Stacy Mills

We have been reading the book, ‘Fire’ by Jackie French as part of our poetry unit. Here are some of our lines that we have been developing, using personification, similes and descriptive words.

The fire is killing the grass. (Lincoln)

The fire reached to grab the trees. (Grace)

The fire was swimming up the tree, to eat all the leaves away. (Evodie)

The fire climbed up the trees aggressively. (Vance)

The leaping fire is grabbing life. (Olivia)

The fire leapt to devour the tree. (Jonathan)

Life robbed by flames, everything stolen by the orange monster. (Ella)

The fire was destroying everything in its path. (AJ)

The fire was hot like the sun. (Heidi)

Hills bleached gold against a baked blue sky. (Archer)

The fire was moving like a slithering snake. (Angel)

Terrified people rushed out of the house that was swallowed by fire. (Joelle)

Hills standing still, overlook the golden dry valley, knowing that monstrous flames are approaching. (Jessia)

The fire knocked the trees down to the ground. (Hutchy)

During the day the fire leapt high. (Elijah).

Year 4 - Katie Green

Year 5 - Anna Vaessen

Year 6 - Sandra Rosentreter

HPE

HPE - Term 2 Overview

Week 4 - Tennis

Week 5 - Tennis

Week 6 - Tennis

Week 7 - Athletics Practice

Week 8 - Athletics Carnival

Week 9 - Games

Week 10 - Games

ICAS

The Arts

Term 2 Art Competition 

https://ieuqnt.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Art-awards-2025-poster_FINAL.pdf

https://ieuqnt.org.au/competitions/

Art room open on Friday lunch times for students who would like time to create a piece of art for this competition. Entries due to Mrs Mac by Friday 27th June, week 10.

Minecraft Club

Minecraft Education open to Year 3 and 4 students each Wednesday at lunch time.

School Transport

St Saviour's -Mercy Girl Principals Tour

Prevention and Management of Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs) in schools