OLSK School Council we’re outside again today protesting about the issues around school; which are causing us great concern! Councillor Ian Cooper & Mrs Finnegan, joined us on our walk and listened to our concerns! Hopefully he will support us to get rid of the anti social behaviour on the British Legion land, dog poo in the gulley and fly tipping on Bundle Hill. Well done to all the children, you were great ambassadors for our school & the wider community! 

A big hello to my lovely OLSK family,

 

On Friday I had my last chemotherapy session! Yippee! I’m feeling very tired & delicate but glad to know it’s all finished! I’ve got to be off for a bit longer to get my strength back but I can’t wait to start feeling & looking more like myself!

 

Once I’m feeling better I’ll be able to start coming back into school, very gradually! I’ve had strict instructions from my doctors not to overdo it but the thought of coming back & seeing all of your smiley faces & hearing your news makes me very happy! 😊

 

Thank you so much to all of Mrs Turner’s Army as I have now renamed you! Your wonderful messages of support have made the last few months much more bearable! I feel honoured to belong to such an amazing school & blessed to be so loved by so many!

 

Have a wonderful rest of the term & enjoy your half term break! Can’t wait to see you all soon after!

 

God bless & lots of love to you all

 

Love Mrs Turner xxx

Today, our children called in the local councillors to sort out anti social behaviour which is happening around the school gates! 

 

School councillors from Y1-Y6, protested about the British Legion land next to the school, where people are seen using drugs, smoking & drinking alcohol, which is causing a safeguarding concern to all the children, staff & parents; 

 

The children were also protesting about illegal parking by parents outside the school & persistent offenders who allow their dogs to foul the footpaths outside the school gates! 

 

Laura Taylor from the local Conservatives Party met with Mrs Finnegan & listened to the children’s concerns about the anti social behaviour,  & she promised to take these concerns to Dudley Council. 

 

Mrs Finnegan & children took Laura on a walk about outside the school to show her where this unwanted behaviour is happening. They made banners to support their protest and carried them on the walk. 

 

Let’s hope the Council will take action and make the surrounding area, a safe place for everyone in our school community!

Today, Bishop David spent the morning with all the staff & Governors reflecting on our RE teachings & Catholic Life in school, using the Catholic Pupil Profile. 

 

Bishop David Spoke to us about our vocational journey, encouraging us to reflect on our own faith as teachers & leaders, in school. 

 

Our focus was on the question that Pope Benedict asked us, ‘ What kind of person do you want to be?’ Bishop David called on the Holy Spirit & the gifts, to guide us in our teachings, as we begin the new year. 

 

We thank Bishop David for giving up his valuable time, to inspire us with his great words of wisdom. 

A big hello and Merry Christmas to you all!

 

I hope that you are all looking forward to breaking up today and celebrating Christmas with your families.  I have heard that the KS1 & KS2 Christmas productions were tremendous and you made everyone very proud with your fabulous singing and acting.

 

I saw the photos of all the fun you had in the snow.  I was very jealous and hope it snows when I get back to school so that I can join in.  Well done to everyone who came to school when it was closed, to clear the paths - it looked like very cold work!

 

I have my 4th chemo session on Friday (22nd) and unfortunately it's not going quite as smoothly as hoped because I've become allergic to one of the treatments so it takes a lot longer to have to make sure I don't feel poorly.  I know you will be sending me lots of prayers and will keep me in your thoughts especially on that day.  Once I've finished that session I'll feel like Christmas can really begin!

 

Before I go, I need to say goodbye and good luck to Mr Doyle!  School will be a different place without you but I hope that whatever you have planned in the future will make you very happy.  I'm sending you and your family lots of love.

 

Well, my brilliant OLSK family - all that's left to say is that I hope you all have a happy, holy, safe and peaceful Christmas and I can't wait to see you in the New Year.  

 

Take care and enjoy your celebrations!

 

God bless and lots of love to you all!

 

Love Mrs Turner xxx

Happy Christmas

to our very own mascot

                Vinnie

We hope Santa brings you lots of lovely gifts, with love from Mrs Finnegan and all the Mini Vinnies

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

 

Congratulations to our Musical Theatre Group, who were chosen to sing at the Lord Mayor's School Christmas Concert on Tuesday 19th December 2017. We are really proud of all the children who took part and special thanks goes to Ben, who was very brave to sing a solo part.

 

The children were accompanied by a large orchestra, who played a range of instruments during the performance. It was an amazing evening; enjoyed by all.

A special thank you to Ellie- May, who supported Charlotte with the stage fright- what a little act of kindness, from a great friend. Thank you Ellie-May, for being a great friend and truly living out our Gospel Values.

 

 

Well done to all of the children & their parents, who supported this event. A huge thank you to Mrs Simpson, for all of her support in helping to prepare the children and organise the concert.

Congratulations to our Irish Dancers, who took part in a competition at the weekend and achieved great results. All children received a medal for their dancing expertise. Thanks must go to Una, their Irish Dancing teacher, who gives up so much of her time to support and teach the children. Well done to all.

Our Mini Vinnies raised money at the Christmas Fayre tonight by raffling a beautiful Christmas cake, baked by Mrs McNarry, to support their mission by turning Concern into Action! 

Congratulations to Dominka for her achievement in the House of Commons Christmas Card competition! James Morris MP surprised Dominika in Assembly this morning, presenting her with her framed Christmas Card & certificate! So proud! 🙏😊🙏