NZCPPA Conference: Innivative Practice Session

St Joseph's School New Plymouth

Parishes, a rich fabric - and old worn duvet cover with lots of holes

Bright Buttons - transition to school
Every Wednesday - parent, grandparent, neighbour - mini classroom situation. First time many experience prayer, making the sign of the cross
Very few have school visits, as so comfortable already

Meal roster
40 families on the roster - on call if someone needs a meal
Kept in freezer - staff, etc also benefit


Young vinnies
Relationship with St Vincent de Paul
Seniors only (Year 5&6) - as something to look forward to
Instilling a sense of pride - helping others - has to be in own lunch time - show commitment
 Fundraisers, etc
Communicate their works to the community - feeling valued
St Vincent de Paul speech competition
Learn about roles, like social workers, etc

RE Fun Club
Become a place for children sitting on the fringes
Make bookmarks
Make cards for resthome, etc
Made up a liturgical dance for a Mass
Present boxes - gave to other children in the playground saying, "do you know that you are a gift from God?"
Sparkly bracelets to give people - "I am the Sparkle in God's Eye"
Cheap and cheerful stuff - just fun

Catholic Cafe
Initiative set up by parish priest
Sunday, after every (Monthly) parish mass - tables, food, families rostered on to prepare

School Catholic Character Theme for Whole School
Create a wall display, based on the theme (Year of Mercy, Ladaute Si, etc)

Sacred Space
Been added to over time as part of learning inquiry
Used for prayer (no church onsite)
Buddy classes - praying together
children use the space to come and be quiet and be reflective together
Not used for play - children respect this




Dual DRS Role
Work together
Share the Load
Attend PLD together
Provide PLD to gether
Benefit of collaboration
Released 2 mornings each term together






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