Queen of Peace Parish Primary School in Altona Meadows, Victoria | Primary School

Queen of Peace Parish Primary School

Locality: Altona Meadows, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9369 2581

Address: 62 Everingham Road Altona Meadows, VIC, Australia

Website: http://qopaltonameadows.catholic.edu.au

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25.01.2022 Emmanuel College Virtual Information Morning To register for this event head to https://www.ecmelb.catholic.edu.au/vi... or contact the College Registrar on 03 8325 5100. https://youtu.be/3IiIVzcPRYc

25.01.2022 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

25.01.2022 JUNIOR DIRECTED PLAY Here are some photos of Directed Play P - 2, Board Games with Mrs Camilleri. Students look like they are having so much fun!

24.01.2022 OUR TWEENS WANT INDEPENDENCE FROM US - NOT DISCONNECTING FROM US. WE NEED TO FOCUS MORE ON CONNECTION THAN CONTROL During adolescence, our teens need our love, support and influence more than ever. What they don’t need is our control. By adolescence, we don’t have it any anyway. We might have the illusion of control, but the harder we push to control them, the more we risk losing them. Our teens are resourceful, creative and brave and if they want something enough they will... do it anyway. When we attempt to control them, we are pushing against thousands of years of evolution and their drive to explore their independence. They can’t make the transition from childhood to adulthood without establishing some sort of separation from us. They might push against us, and sometimes this will feel fierce. This is not to push us away, but to loosen themselves from under our wing. Sometimes the closer they are, the harder they have to push. And sometimes, in the quest for separation and independence, it’s our connection with them that gets lost. They have important work to do, so it’s up to us as their parents to hold on to that connection tightly enough for them and for us, for whenever they need it. They will come back, but first they have work to do and it’s okay if this takes time and tears and ‘outside voices’ inside. It’s a learning adventure for all of us. Whenever we can, we need to nurture the fire in them that is looking to discover who they are. We can do this by asking their opinions, listening more than talking, valuing their insight, and letting them to teach us what it’s like to be in their world. The more we try to control them, the more we squander our precious opportunities to influence them. They are less likely to come to us if they expect lectures, preaching, shame, judgement or harsh consequences. When the connection with them is there, hopefully, sometimes, they will let us take the precious and privileged place beside them as they explore, learn and grow. So often, our greatest parenting moments and connection with them will happen in the middle of the mess, but first we need for them to offer us a seat at the table. Thank you for sharing ‘Hey Sigmund - Karen Young’

24.01.2022 PORTRAITS OF MARY MACKILLOP The Grade 1 students celebrated the feast day of Mary MacKillop by drawing their own portraits of her. We clearly have some very talented students in our school!

24.01.2022 Dont miss the 2020 Altona Beach Film Festival virtual gala event tomorrow at 7pm and have the time of your lives viewing short films by local filmmakers resp...onding to this years theme time. At 9.30pm, vote for your favourite short flick in The People's Choice voting poll. Celebrate our cinematic Creative City. Tune into YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hJEHmsk4kc&feature=youtu.be

23.01.2022 ART Students have been busy in Art with Mrs. Rigby making these amazing art pieces. These pieces have been inspired by the natural world.

23.01.2022 THE IMPORTANCE OF TEACHING EMPATHY Empathy is not found in many official school standards, but it could be one of the most important qualities to develop in young citizens who will go on to be successful contributors in our complicated world. Dr. Brene Brown says empathy consists of four qualities: the ability to take the perspective of another person, staying away from judgment, recognizing emotion in others, and communicating it. She defines empathy as "feeling with people,..." and notes that it's a "vulnerable choice" because it requires a person to tap into something personal that identifies with the struggle of another. Children have opportunities to learn empathy from their parents, but also from their teachers and peers. Reading good literature can be a powerful way to develop empathy, as is studying history or being present with a friend on the playground who is having a hard time. This great clip helps explain why empathy is so important. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Evwgu369Jw&feature=youtu.be

23.01.2022 BUSINESS SHARE WEDNESDAY It's been a challenging year, so it's more important than ever that we support our local businesses' as this helps support local jobs, families, individuals and our local community. If you are local business owner or run a local community group, please advertise your products/services or events on this post.

23.01.2022 SENDING LOVE TO DADS This Father's Day we're sending loads of love to all the Dads out there. COVID-19 may mean many of us won't be able to be together physically but that doesn't mean we need to stop the connection happening.

23.01.2022 CODING CLUB Coding Club is held in Tuesday’s during lunchtime for senior students. It offers students a great opportunity to work with and explore technology and develop coding skills, while working with other students.

22.01.2022 GRANDPARENTS DAY From the Grade 5 Students Grandparents are special people with wisdom and pride. They are always offering love and kindness and are always there to guide.... They often make you feel so confident and strong. Their arms are always open, no matter what you did wrong. They try to help out in every way that they can. They love all their grandchildren the same whether you're a child, woman, or man. They are always there to listen and to lend a helping hand. They show you respect and they try to understand. They give their love, devotion, and so much more, that's easy to see. Grandparents, what perfect examples of the kind of person that we should be! See more

22.01.2022 PREP INVESTIGATIONS Our Preps have so much fun during investigations, this time offers students an opportunity to participate in play-based learning. Here are four ways play-based learning benefits children in the early years. Encourages language skills- Engaging in active play from an early age encourages the development of language skills. During pre-school years, a child’s vocabulary grows and develops as they play together with peers and interact with adults. Adults have ...the opportunity to support language development through play; they can do this by asking questions, encouraging conversation and introducing unfamiliar words. The context of play allows for this to happen in a natural way and learning is amplified as it is enjoyable and relevant to the child’s interests. Supports pre-literacy skills- Participating in play that involves music and rhyme supports the development of pre-literacy skills, such as listening skills and sound recognition. Activities such as singing songs and reciting rhymes play a big part in laying the foundations for reading and basic literacy. Rhyme, rhythm and repetition help children to develop their memorisation skills and their ability to differentiate sounds. Develops social and emotional skills- Engagement in play is closely associated with the development of social and emotional skills. The ability to develop positive relationships has also been linked to play-based learning. As children play with each other they learn to get along with one another, use words to communicate their needs, cooperate and resolve conflicts. Emotional competence and empathy are developed through play as children learn about the feelings, emotions and motivations of others. It is essential to provide opportunities for young children to engage in dramatised play to demonstrate ways of caring and showing empathy. Playing is also a known stress release and children can engage in calm play when the day becomes ‘too much’ for them. Calm play can be therapeutic and allows time for the brain to process information and recharge. Fosters creativity and imagination- Research has linked play to fostering creativity and imagination, valued traits that are vital in the modern world. Using imagination, children are able to find solutions to a variety of problems they encounter. Fostering imagination in its ‘natural habitat’ of play at an early age is fundamental to developing curiosity and raising a generation of creative problem-solvers. It is important to remember that play needs to be freely chosen and bring enjoyment to children. Learning through play creates a brain that has increased ‘flexibility and improved potential for learning in later life.’ Play-based learning is widely seen as an essential tool for early years teaching and learning as it greatly benefits children in developing essential life skills.

21.01.2022 ACTS OF SELF-CARE An important message for all parents- remember to look after yourself. Acts of self-care, including exercise and relaxation, should be prioritised. The Head of Counselling at Ivanhoe Girls' Katrina Morrow has some advice for parents on managing emotions during these difficult times: "Now is the time to look after yourself so that you are better able to care for your family. Taking time to tune into your own emotions and become aware of how you are feeling i...s an important first step in coping. Notice how you express your emotions and be mindful of how this is affecting your parenting. If you are easily upset, frustrated or angry, try taking regular breaks away from family members. Check in on your daily tasks and goals and ensure you are not expecting too much of yourself. Acts of self-care, including exercise and relaxation, should be prioritised. "If there is conflict within the family home, it is important that it is followed with some form of resolution. Conflict is normal, but it is healthy for children to witness resolution, especially with clear, calm communication to aid understanding for all family members. Some families may even like to schedule meetings, at a time when people are feeling calm, where issues can be raised and all members can brainstorm effective ways to move forward together." Head of Counselling at Ivanhoe Girls' Katrina Morrow this week has some advice for parents on managing emotions during these difficult times: "Now is the time to look after yourself so that you are better able to care for your family. Taking time to tune into your own emotions and become aware of how you are feeling is an important first step in coping. Notice how you express your emotions and be mindful of how this is affecting your parenting. If you are easily upset, frustrated or angry, try taking regular breaks away from family members. Check in on your daily tasks and goals and ensure you are not expecting too much of yourself. Acts of self-care, including exercise and relaxation, should be prioritised. "If there is conflict within the family home, it is important that it is followed with some form of resolution. Conflict is normal, but it is healthy for children to witness resolution, especially with clear, calm communication to aid understanding for all family members. Some families may even like to schedule meetings, at a time when people are feeling calm, where issues can be raised and all members can brainstorm effective ways to move forward together."

21.01.2022 SUPERHERO DRESS UP DAY WARNING- Queen of Peace has been taken over by superheroes! Leading the squad is Cooper and Riley! Stay tuned for more photos of all the wonderful superheroes that made donations towards our inclusive sandpit.

20.01.2022 SPOONVILLE @ QOP People around the world are turning spoons into people and characters to live in Spoonville. Children decorate spoons and start their own spoon village called Spoonville, or add them to an existing one in a location people can see on their daily walks. It started in England and has now also come to Altona Meadows! The idea is to help children, and even adults in the community stay positive during lockdown by seeing Spoonville's populations grow. ... To celebrate our schools feast day, we created our own Spoonsville village. Children created spoons into images of Mary and placed them in front of our statue of Mary.

19.01.2022 SELF- CARE & MENTAL HEALTH FOR KIDS The coronavirus pandemic has thrust families into an extraordinary era that will be life-changing for all of us and can affect children's well-being. The disruptions kids are experiencing right now are real: seeing their parents under stress, being isolated from peers and friends and family, being separated from the structure and routine of their days, seeing people in masks, and overhearing unsettling news.... At QOP, we feel it is important that we support children and families and provide a safe learning environment where children feel supported and are able to connect with friends and educators. It's important to not only check-in with your children and each other as well as staying connected with friends and family.

19.01.2022 BENEFITS OF SEEING THE GLASS AS HALF FULL Research shows that finding positive meaning in stressful encounters can help us regulate our emotions and bounce back more quickly from negative emotional experiences. Read more below!

18.01.2022 Hello to our new Year 6 leaders, goodbye to our 2020 Year 6 group and farewell to two precious member of our staff. What an emotional day !

18.01.2022 Missing QOP? Haven't had a chance to check out some of our new learning spaces? Do you have a friend or know of a prep child due to start at QOP next year? Well, you are in luck. Check out the short video below, our 'Virtual School Tour.' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCvErllUC7s&feature=youtu.be

18.01.2022 FOOTY FUN DAY Today students dressed in clothes from there favourite sports teams. It was nice to see students bonding over their passion for footy!

18.01.2022 LAUDATO SI' Living through a global pandemic has taught us much, especially how connected the world is. In 2020, we honour the fifth anniversary of Pope Francis encyclical Laudato Si on Care for Our Common Home. In this letter Pope Francis calls on everyone to work together to protect our common home. The theme for this anniversary is Everything is Connected. We are currently living through a history-shaping event that has elicited some uncertainty and fear. During these ...challenging times, people all over the world have come together in faith, kindness and care and concern for the Common Home. Laudato Si teaches us how to build a better world together. We will grow through the current crisis by praying, reflecting and preparing together for a better world to come. To mark the anniversary of Laudato Si, Catholics are called to unite in solidarity for a more just and sustainable future. Stand united with our brothers and sisters in faith as we grow through the crisis of this moment to build a better tomorrow. Pope Francis

17.01.2022 WORLD DUCHENNE DAY - September 7 World Duchenne Awareness Day is a global day aimed to raise awareness for those affected by Duchenne and Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Our Yr 1 boys Riley and Copper (and their little brother Logan) were diagnosed in 2019. Although this progressive muscle wasting condition affects their mobility, Duchenne Disease does not stop these fighters living life as best as they can.... Listen to Riley and Cooper as they read a storybook explaining what Duchenne means for them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qC8RhFPXuqE You can support the Woronka family here: https://au.gofundme.com/f/wheelchair-accessible-van-for-wor

17.01.2022 LEARNING FROM HOME TIPS You can support your child by: -having a routine and setting expectations -making sure your child has a space to work in -providing a level of supervision suitable to your childs stage of development and individual needs... -monitoring communications from teachers -checking in with your child often to help them manage and pace their work -monitoring how much time your child is spending online. Read more here: https://www.education.vic.gov.au//home-learning-supporting

17.01.2022 UNPLUGGED DAY On Monday 7th September students at QOP participated in Unplugged Monday. The children were encouraged to not use a screen for the whole day! Teachers sent out screen free, unplugged activities for the children to engage in and children were able to complete as many of the activities as they liked. The aim of this day was to give families an opportunity to connect in different ways and for children to develop their understanding of how a screen free, unplugged day can help their overall health and wellbeing.

17.01.2022 HAPPY TEACHERS DAY- 30th October To all of our amazing staff at QOP and to all teachers we wish you a Happy Teachers Day! We are grateful to you today and every day!

17.01.2022 WE ARE CURRENTLY LIVING THROUGH A HISTORICAL EVENT, A GLOBAL PANDEMIC. BE KIND, TO OTHERS, TO YOUR CHILDREN, TO YOURSELF! Youre not just a parent, but youre a chef, housekeeper, entertainer, referee. And for some, youre juggling all those roles in addition to working from home while trying to meet the expectations of your employer. This situation is unprecedented, so go easy on yourself. Read some tips on the article below: https://www.osfhealthcare.org//parenting-during-a-pandemi/

16.01.2022 THANK YOU TEACHERS

16.01.2022 100 DAYS OF LEARNING Today our Prep students celebrate their 100th day of learning. Students celebrated in google meet session where they wore 100 glasses and completed 100 themed learning tasks. We know your first year of prep looks a little different, but we are so proud of all of you and this amazing achievement!

16.01.2022 QOP'S EXPLORE the WORLD FROM HOME Did you know you can visit the farm, check in on your favourite zoo animals, fly to the moon or be part of a school camp without leaving home? This week we will EXPLORE the WORLD from HOME. While school excursions, incursions and camps have been cancelled because of COVID 19 the teachers have some exciting virtual experiences and fun activities planned that you can do without leaving home! Where will you be going?... Prep...The Farm Year 1...The Zoo Year 2...The Beach Year 3... The Moon and Stars Years 4-6...Virtual School Camp The teachers are excited and will be sharing more information with you soon!

15.01.2022 BEETBOTS The Grade 3 students have been exploring location and direction in Maths. Using the Beebots and programming them has been a lot of fun for the students!

14.01.2022 RUOK? 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and current circumstances have made it even more important for us all to stay connected and ask "Are you Ok?" We may not be able to catch up with family and friends but there are non physical signs that suggest someone might be struggling. You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help, wh...ich can make a really positive difference to their day, even their life. For more information https://www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day

14.01.2022 QUEEN OF PEACE FEAST DAY Today celebrate our school feast day from our homes. This morning as a school we held a prayer service, which was a nice way to join together. Today we think about how we can be people of peace just like Mary was!

14.01.2022 THE EMOTIONAL CUP Imagine that every child has a cup that needs to be filled- with affection, love, security and attention. Some seem to have a full cup most of the time or know good ways to get a refill. But most children get a little nervous when their cup gets near empty. The cup is a metaphor for positive emotions. Especially in the difficult times we currently face its important to make sure that your cup is full along with your childs, there are lots of positive and easy ways to do this!

14.01.2022 HELP KIDS LEARN TO PROBLEM SOLVE INDEPENDENTLY Some parenting strategies take a lot of work. But the great news is that not helping your kid is actually less work for you. And when youre not exhausted and frustrated from waiting on your child hand and foot, youll have more energy for the fun stuff like playing tag and doing craft projects. So give it a shot. Dont help your kid. Learning to problem solve is the gift of a lifetime. They will thank you by finding success in school and in life!

13.01.2022 Our 2021 Preps enjoyed a great Orientation morning. Catching up with Kindergarten friends, meeting new friends and their teachers.

13.01.2022 QOP CAMP WEEK Students have had so much fun participating in a range of camp activities from the comfort of their own homes. Check out what some of our students have been up to below!

10.01.2022 LEARNING SPACES Learning can happen anywhere and anytime. Check out some of our new and exciting learning spaces across our school.

10.01.2022 This video was created by our Grade 4 students to wish a happy day to all of the special Dads, Grandfathers, Uncles and special people in our lives!

10.01.2022 READING THE SAME BOOK OVER AND OVER TO YOUR CHILD MAKES THEM SMARTER "Did you know that every night, when you snuggle up to read your childs favourite book (you know the one I'm talking aboutyou've read it 300 times), you're actually preparing them for academic success!

09.01.2022 School Photo Day tomorrow Tuesday 24th. Full summer uniform, not sports uniform, navy or white polo top.

08.01.2022 St Vincent de Paul- Christmas Appeal Today we delivered these hampers to the Parish from the Staff at Queen of Peace. This will make a difference to families in our Parish this Christmas.

08.01.2022 QOP HAS GOT TALENT Who would have known that we have such a talented bunch of children at Queen Of Peace. From mimes, to rap artists, pianists, dog trainers and so many more it was truly an amazing and engaging spectacle! Thank you to all of those students who participated and those that joined in!

08.01.2022 FEELINGS CHECK-IN As remote learning begins again this emotions cheat sheet can be great for understanding how students might be feeling.

08.01.2022 Mrs Cutajar has definitely been feeling the love these past few days. Families have been surprising her with beautiful flowers and well wishes as she finishes up at Queen of Peace. Mrs Cutajar’s last day will be Wednesday 16th Dec.

08.01.2022 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Speak to your children as if they are the wisest, kindest, most beautiful and magical humans on earth. For what they believe is what they will become!

06.01.2022 WEAR A MASK Well done QOP folks! Stay home, stay safe, wear your mask.

05.01.2022 CHALK CHALLENGE Join the and spread some colour! Send a happy message to your street, whether it's through a colourful piece of art or a game of hopscotch. Zara's the Zebra has been having a think about fun things to do while we are all at home. Maybe you could join her? Draw in chalk on your footpath or driveway.... We'd love to see them! Post your chalk creations with #FYF2020 #artapart Hobsons Bay City Council

03.01.2022 We are very proud of our 2020 Year 6 graduates. This evening we held a special ceremony and BBQ for these young leaders and parents were able to tune in via a live Well done everyone.

03.01.2022 STAYING SAFE DURING COVID A MESSAGE FROM THE MINIONS The World Health Organization, the United Nations Foundation and Illumination have partnered to release a public service announcement featuring the famous Minions characters and Gru, voiced by actor Steve Carrell, to show how people can stay safe from COVID-19.

03.01.2022 FEAST DAY ACTIVITIES To help celebrate our feast day students completed a variety of activities focused on Mary the Mother of Jesus.

02.01.2022 Former Queen of Peace students, Taylor and Chris, talk about enrollment time at Emmanuel.

02.01.2022 OUR RESOURCE CENTRE Students enjoying working and learning in our newly refurbished resource centre. As stated by Dr. Seuss, The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.

02.01.2022 SADNESS CAN PRESENT ITSELF IN DIFFERENT WAYS Kids' sadness and anxiety about COVID-19 can show up in many different ways. For some helpful resources to support young people's mental health during these trying times (and beyond), please see: headspace: www.headspace.org.au/covid-19/... Kids Helpline Official: www.kidshelpline.com.au/coronavirus See more

02.01.2022 PREP ORIENTATION 2021 The countdown is on for our 2021 Prep Orientation which begins on Monday 30th November, Tuesday 1st December or Wednesday 2nd. We look forward to seeing you at your booked Brigance session / Parent Info. time. Preps will have the opportunity to tour the school and play in the yard.

01.01.2022 MARY MACKILLOPS FEAST DAY- 8TH AUGUST Today we celebrate the feast day of Mary MacKillop. Today let us pray that each one of us will receive a double portion of her spirit as we step forward and find our path in the world of today!