In this week’s Gospel, Jesus encourages us to take time to rest, something which is sometimes easier than said. Jesus tells us this because he is our companion, he cares for us all and wants us to be able to really be true followers of him. During RE we have been thinking about our parish and how we can be helpers. The children thought of so many wonderfully kind and helpful acts that we can all do every day! Our Catholic social teaching this year has been ‘Putting people most in need first’. The children have really taken to that and lots of our discussion was about how we can help the people in our community and the wider world.

Going deeper in conversation

Who is your companion and why? What do they do that makes them a good companion. Can you think of some ways that you are going to help them to feel your appreciation for how they help and care for you.

Magic moments

This week we had our transition day and all of our Year 1 children went to spend Thursday morning with Mrs Hotchkiss and Miss Forster in Year 2. The children blew both teachers away and I know that Year 1 are going to have such a wonderful year in Year 2. They have worked so hard this year and each and every child has grown in so many ways. It has truly been a gift to teach them all this year and I know their wings are ready to take off and fly in Year 2!

We have kept busy in class and were shocked when we found a letter written from Lorraine our train! Lorraine was feeling a little lonely so the children used their expert knowledge of trains to design new friends for her… she has been feeling much happier ever since! We have also really enjoyed exploring money, sorting coins and discovering what they look like!

Certificates

A huge well done to Adele who has been awarded our Star award this week. Adele is always trying her absolute most and her behaviour actively helps our classroom to be calm!

Our learning certificate this week goes to Ralph for always being so full of creative ideas! Ralph you have such a creative mind and I have loved seeing this blossom! You are so happy and confident to share new ideas and I love how you incorporate these into your learning.

Reminders:

Sports day: Our Sports day is on Monday 6th July at 1:15pm, we would love it if you could cheer us on!

Sponsored Fancy dress walk! In Year 1 we have decided to raise money for CAFOD by taking part in a fancy dress sponsored walk! This will be on Tuesday 14th July. Please make sure your Year 1 child comes into school in fancy dress with sensible shoes, any donations would be greatly appreciated.

We hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Miss Bassett and Miss Hennessy.

c.bassett@ourladystarofthesea.lancs.sch.uk