School News
Book Week
This year’s Book Week theme, SJCC students were ready to “Book an Adventure” which took them to regions and realms near and far! Wednesday was our official dress-up day and students were proud to parade and proclaim their characters. Issued with passports, classes journeyed between classroom destinations. Children’s Book Council of Australia books were shared and explored at each port of call. Through arts, crafts, writing and play, everyone fulfilled their quests and filled their passports with stamps from far-flung places.
Book Week Storytelling
During the Book Week celebration on Wednesday last week, the afternoon was set aside for storytelling. Some groups welcomed parents into their classrooms to read, whilst others trekked to our local community library. Surrounded by stories and books, students were immersed in the joy of reading together. It was a wonderful way to continue the Book Week theme and highlight the importance of books in our daily lives. A magical time was had by all. Thank you to the families, students and educators who helped make it so special. Books really are the best!
Shroud of Turin exhibition
Year 7 students were very fortunate to be able to attend the Shroud of Turin exhibition last Friday that has recently been touring throughout Tasmania. The students enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about the replica and also look at replicas of other tools and items during the time of Jesus.
The Shroud of Turin is a linen burial cloth woven in a distinctive 3:1 herringbone pattern. Spanning approximately 14 feet 3 inches in length and 3 feet 7 inches in width, this single piece of cloth features detailed front and back images of a man who appears to have been crucified.
The numerous and wide-ranging tests on the shroud, anatomical details that correspond to the unusual set of injuries described in the Gospel, dating analyses that place it at the time of Christ, and the scientifically unique image suggestive of the Resurrection, strongly imply that it is the burial shroud of Christ.
The students certainly learnt some very interesting information during the visit and enjoyed being able to apply their class learning during discussions.
Chess Club
