Dear God,

You come to us in Jesus who teaches us that the way to happiness is through our love for one another.

Watch over the teachers, students and families of Sacred Heart Cathedral School as we try to be faithful to this teaching.

Help us to be a welcoming and joyful community, so that others may come to know your love and peace.

We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord,

Amen.

Kia ora koutou e te whānau,

Welcome back to term 2. We also welcome Enari (Room 1) and Ropati (Room 9). Both of you are going to love your time at Sacred Heart Cathedral School and will make life long friends.

I hope you had a wonderful break over Easter. The staff have been busy planning an exciting term for our students.

Remembering Pope Francis: A Humble Shepherd of Peace - the spiritual leader of over a billion Catholics around the world. Known for his humility, compassion, and dedication to social justice, Pope Francis touched hearts far beyond the walls of the Vatican.

Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, he made history in 2013 by becoming the first pope from the Americas and the first Jesuit to lead the Catholic Church. Throughout his papacy, he emphasised the importance of caring for the poor, protecting the environment, and building bridges between communities.

Pope Francis reminded us all of the power of kindness, forgiveness, and love. He will be remembered not only as a religious leader, but as a global symbol of peace and hope.

As we reflect on his life and legacy, let us honor his message by striving to be more understanding, compassionate, and united in our daily lives. We had a special liturgy of Remembrance for Pope Francis - a kind heart, a brave voice, and a friend to all.

May he rest in peace.

Term 2 is Winter Uniform. Please feel free to help yourself to any stock downstairs. Please note, every child in the school is expected to wear a tie. As our whole school photography is coming up next Monday (5th May) and Tuesday (6th May), our students needs to be wearing their complete school winter uniform.

If you have any queries around your child's learning or behaviour  please reach out to your child's teacher.

I will leave you with a quote I came across from Pope Francis,

“If you’ve fought, do not let the day end without making peace with your family … Just by a small gesture, a little something, and harmony within your family will be restored  ... But don’t let the sun go down on your family without having made your peace … It’s not easy, but you have to do it. It will help to make life so much more beautiful.”

Have a wonderful week.

Arohanui,
Bernadette Murfitt
Tumuaki
Sacred Heart Cathedral School

Attendance continues to be a top priority for the government, which has set a target of 80% of students attending school more than 90% of the term by 2030. To achieve this, schools need to aspire to reach an average daily attendance rate above 94%.

The last week of Term 1, 7th-11th April, we were 90.56%.

This is a reminder that school photos are scheduled for Monday, May 5th, and Tuesday, May 6th. Students must wear their complete school winter uniform. We expect to receive the schedule from Inspire Photography by this Friday, and we will communicate it to all families as soon as we have it.

We look forward to seeing you all in the Cathedral at 9.00 A.M. on Friday.

A Mother's Day Prayer

Lord, bless all mothers today and every day.

Grant them strength, patience, and overflowing joy

in their roles as caregivers.

Father, we lift up all mothers,

including the remarkable grandmothers among us.

We celebrate their wisdom, their strength,

and the unconditional love they pour into our lives.

The Junior Syndicate will have their visits to Akau Tangi Centre for their Physical Education Curriculum.

Details as follows:

Date: 27th May, 3rd June and 10th June.

Time: The bus will leave the school at 11:45 A.M. and back at 2:30 P.M. to school.

Venue: Akau Tangi Centre, 72 Kemp Street, Kilbirnie, Wellington 6022.

Other details: Students will wear sports clothing and sensible footwear to school, need to bring a jacket, water bottle and medication like inhaler if your child takes one.

Please click on the Google Form link below to fill in the permission form for your child. All parents of the juniors needs to complete this form.

Junior Syndicate Akau Tangi Centre 2025

Sacred Heart Cathedral School is participating in Pink Shirt Day (Friday, 16 May 2025), and encouraging our staff and students to Kōrero Mai, Kōrero Atu, Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora – Speak up, Stand Together, Stop Bullying!

You can learn more about Pink Shirt Day here: www.pinkshirtday.org.nz.

We are after a small team of people to help out at a few fundraising events. If you are happy to help out, please email: fundraising@sacred-heart.school.nz.

We are after a few spot prizes - anything considered. If you have any food connections where we could get vouchers that would also be appreciated or you may have something at home that is brand new and no use to you, that could be a good spot prize.

Many thanks.

BASKETBALL AT NAIRNVILLE:

If your child is playing Basketball this term, please pay your sub fee to the school account. A reminder that this is an out-of-school activity. We encourage payment of sports activities at the time of registration. There will be no payment, no play policy.

Account Name: Sacred Heart Cathedral School Board of Trustees (Thorndon)

Account Number: 12-3140-0325505-00

Reference: Child's name & "BBALL"

Fee: $47.00 per child

FUTSAL AT KARORI RECREATION CENTRE:

If your child is playing Futsal this term, please see the payment information below. A reminder that this is an out-of-school activity. We encourage payment of sports activities at the time of registration. There will be no payment, no play policy.

Account Name: Sacred Heart Cathedral School Board of Trustees (Thorndon)

Account Number: 12-3140-0325505-00

Reference: Child's name & "FUTSAL"

Fee: $43.00 per player

KELLY SPORTS FOOTBALL SKILLS:

https://kellysports.co.nz/kelly_events/view/17466

PREMIER GIRLS' HARDBALL:

Congratulations to Anaya (Rm 10), who received "Batter of the Year" award for Premier girls hardball grade (Y7 to Y11). She scored 257 runs with the batting average of 59. She is second highest scorer in the grade across Wellington region in the Premier Hardball grade. Also the youngest player in the the grade too. Well done Anaya!

CRICKET:

During the School holiday break, Enrico (Rm 9) represented Wellington in a Y8 cricket camp for the Central District Tournament organised by Cricket Whanganui. Enrico took 6 wickets and one catch in 5 games and his highest score was 26 runs in 21 balls.

TENNIS LESSONS:

Tennis lessons start next Tuesday during lunchtime at school. If you would like your child to participate, please directly contact Tony through email - tnsquash@gmail.com or mobile - 027 233 9082 for details.

To purchase an entertainment book, click on the following link:  https://subscribe.entertainmentnz.com/fundraiser/

You are Invited!!!

The Sacred Heart Cathedral Parish's Fundraising team continues to raise funds to support the final stage of restoration and refurbishment of our Cathedral with a movie fundraiser "Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning":

Event Date: Sunday, 25th May 2025.

Event Address: Lighthouse Cinema, 52 Beach Street, Petone, Lower Hutt.

Screening time: 5:00pm

Arrival time from: 4:30pm

Ticket prices are as follows: Adult: $25 and Student: $20

Tickets will be on sale after every mass starting April 5, 2025 at the Cathedral. Or, purchase your tickets online by scanning the QR code or by accessing the link: https://forms.gle/Wm7k5GiyBigHg5x27

We are seeking sponsors to help make this fundraiser event special. Please contact Joy at 021 048 1216 or mcsh.fundraising@gmail.com.

Facebook link:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1E4HLc1Q65/

Catholic Social Services is running its men’s parenting course Game On! in Waiwhetu, Lower Hutt in Term 2, starting on Wednesdays, 7^th May 2025.

See flyer below for further details.