St. Kilian's Mindful Moment - T1W10

T1W10 - Celebration

Celebration and reflection at the end of a term give students the chance to recognise their growth, appreciate their efforts, and feel proud of what they’ve achieved. These moments build confidence, strengthen self-awareness, and support learning in a joyful and meaningful way.

Acknowledgment of Country

We would like to acknowledge the Jaara people, the traditional custodians of the land on which we are meeting today, we acknowledge ancestors and elders past, present and emerging and commit ourselves to work actively for reconciliation and justice.

Prayer

Centering

A quiet moment to pause, breathe, and bring our hearts and minds into God’s presence, preparing ourselves to pray with focus, gratitude, and openness.

Gratitude Centering

Begin by finding a comfortable position.
You may sit or stand tall, or lie down if that feels right. Let your hands rest gently — in your lap, at your sides, or over your heart.

Take a deep breath in…
And slowly exhale.
Do this again — in through the nose… and out through the mouth.
One more time, slow and steady.

Now gently bring your attention inward.
Let the outside world soften for just a moment.

Bring to mind one thing — just one — that you’re grateful for today.
It could be a person, a place, a moment, or even a feeling.

Let it rise naturally.
There’s no need to search — simply notice what comes.

As it arrives, pause with it.
Notice how it makes you feel in your body — warmth, peace, maybe even a smile.

Say quietly to yourself: “Thank you.”
Let those words echo gently inside.

Let the gratitude you feel fill you with a gentle confidence, a lightness, and a grounded sense of joy.

When you're ready, bring your awareness slowly back to the room.

Wiggle your fingers or toes.
Take one final deep breath.

And as you exhale, let a soft smile come to your face.
Carry this feeling with you — the gratitude — as you move into whatever comes next.

Celebration Centering

Begin by finding a comfortable position.
You may sit or stand tall, or lie down if that feels right. Let your hands rest gently — in your lap, at your sides, or over your heart.

Take a deep breath in…
And slowly exhale.
Do this again — in through the nose… and out through the mouth.
One more time, slow and steady.

Now gently bring your attention inward.
Let the outside world soften for just a moment.

Now shift to something worth celebrating — big or small.
It could be a recent achievement, a challenge you faced, a meaningful connection, or simply showing up today.

Breathe it in.
Acknowledge it fully.
Let it rise within you like a quiet joy, or a spark of light.

Say silently or aloud:
“I celebrate this moment.”
“I honour my growth.”

Let the peace you feel fill you with a gentle confidence, a lightness, and a grounded sense of joy.

When you're ready, bring your awareness slowly back to the room.

Wiggle your fingers or toes.
Take one final deep breath.

And as you exhale, let a soft smile come to your face.
Carry this feeling with you — the pride — as you move into whatever comes next.

Benedictus by 2CELLOS

Benedictus is a peaceful and emotional piece of music performed by 2CELLOS.

The music starts softly and slowly builds, creating a feeling of calm, hope, and reflection. It's often used in moments of quiet thinking, meditation, or prayer because it helps people feel peaceful and connected.

It’s a beautiful reminder to pause, be grateful, and notice the special moments in our lives.

Reflection

A quiet moment to pause, listen, and open our hearts to God, allowing His presence to guide our thoughts, deepen our faith, and inspire us to live with love and kindness.

Why is it important to reflect on your experiences?

When we take time to think back on what we’ve done and learned, it helps us understand ourselves better. Reflection is like looking in a mirror—it shows us what we’ve achieved, what we’ve struggled with, and what we can improve. It helps us see:

Our Achievements: We can remember the things we’re most proud of and feel good about our efforts.
Our Challenges: By thinking about the tough moments, we can figure out how we got through them and what helped us. This makes us more confident for next time.
Our Growth: We can see how much we’ve learned and how we’ve changed over time. It helps us realise that even if something was hard, we’ve grown because of it.

Reflection is like being a detective of your own life—you find out what works best for you and learn important lessons that you can use in the future. Plus, it’s a great way to end the year feeling proud and ready for what’s next!

Reflection Questions

What is something you learned this term that made you feel proud?

What was a challenge you faced, and how did you overcome it?

How have you become a better friend or classmate this term?

What is one thing you are thankful for from this term?

If you could go back and give yourself advice at the start of the term, what would it be?

What was your favourite memory from this term? Why was it special?

How did you help others this term? What did you learn from doing this?

What is something you tried this term that was new or outside your comfort zone? How did it go?

What did you enjoy the most about our classroom community this term?

Thinking Strategy/Tools

Draw, Pair, Share

Equipment:

Paper or drawing books
Coloured pencils, crayons, or markers

Steps:

Students draw a picture representing their favourite memory or what they are most proud of this year.
They pair up with a peer to explain their drawing and share their thoughts.
Volunteers or pairs share their reflections with the whole class.

Reflection Wall

Equipment:

Sticky notes or index cards
Pens or pencils
Whiteboard or large poster paper

Steps:

Students write one thing they are most proud of this year on a sticky note or index card.
They place their note on the 'Reflection Wall.'
Teachers read a few reflections aloud, or students take turns reading each other’s reflections.

Gallery Walk

Equipment:

Large sheets of paper or poster boards
Markers or crayons
Tape or blu-tack for displaying work

Steps:

Students write or draw their reflections on the large sheets of paper.
Display the sheets around the room like an art gallery.
Students walk around the room to read and look at others' work, leaving positive comments or discussing what they see with a partner.

Offering

A moment to open our hearts to God, whether in asking for guidance, strength, and help or in giving thanks for His blessings, love, and presence in our lives.

Thanksgiving prompts

Thank You, God, for giving me…
Thank You, God, for helping me…
Thank You, God, for the people who…
Thank You, God, for the beauty of…
Thank You, God, for the lessons I learn when…
Thank You, God, for always…
Thank You, God, for the moments when…
Thank You, God, for the strength to…
Thank You, God, for Your love that…
Thank You, God, for the joy of…

Asking prompts

Please, God, help me to…
Please, God, give me the courage to…
Please, God, guide me when…
Please, God, help me to be more…
Please, God, show me how to…
Please, God, help me to forgive…
Please, God, remind me to…
Please, God, be with me when…
Please, God, give me the wisdom to…
Please, God, teach me to…

Regular prayers

God, please watch over and heal those who are sick, especially…
I am thankful for the love and support of my family and friends, especially…
Lord, help those who are feeling lonely or sad to know they are loved, including…
God, please give strength and courage to people who are facing difficult times, such as…
Thank you for the beauty of creation and the many blessings in my life, like…

Prayer

Hail Mary

Hail Mary,

Full of Grace,

The Lord is with thee.

Blessed art thou among women,

and blessed is the fruit

of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary,

Mother of God,

pray for us sinners now,

and at the hour of our death.

Amen.

Our Father

Our Father, Who art in heaven,

Hallowed be Thy Name.

Thy Kingdom come.

Thy Will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

Amen.

Prayer for Solidarity & Project Compassion

Loving God,
You call us to stand together as one family, united in love and compassion.
Open our hearts to those in need, that we may give generously and walk in solidarity with them.
Bless our efforts in Project Compassion, so that our small acts of kindness may bring hope and change to the world.
May we always reflect Your love through our words and actions.

Amen.

St. Kilian's School Prayer

Father,

We believe that St Kilian’s School is a great place to learn and have fun.

We trust our school community will continue to welcome new members and will always help

and care for each other.

We thank you for the love and respect of our families, teachers and friends.

With Jesus as our model, may we grow to be the best people we can.

Amen.

PBIS

Ready in Five - Cue to Start

Description

A structured approach to gaining the full attention of the whole class (or school) at the beginning of a lesson or any teacher instruction.

When to Use

Use Ready in Five at the beginning of any teacher instruction or when you need the class’s full attention.

SEQUENCE

Introduce the Routine
Explain to students that you have a specific way to gain their attention when giving instructions.
Position Yourself
- Before speaking, stand in a central position where all students can see you clearly.
Verbal Instruction
Say: "Ready in Five."
- Use a hand signal, raising five fingers and counting down visually while pausing and scanning the room.
Wait for Full Attention
- If all students are listening: Acknowledge their response with a positive prompt, e.g.,
  “I know you are listening when you are looking at me. Thank you.”
- If students are not fully attentive:
  - Name any student who is not focused and wait for their attention.
  - Once they are ready, thank them and continue.

SCRIPT

Teacher:
"I am going to explain a new signal called Ready in Five that we will use to get everyone’s attention.

Whenever I use this signal, I need you to stop what you are doing and focus on me so I can give instructions."

"I will say: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, ready? and use my fingers to count down. Your response will be: Ready.

I will know you are listening when you are looking at me and ready for the next instruction."

"Let’s practise."

Teacher: "5, 4, 3, 2, 1, ready?" (raises hand to count down)
Students: "Ready."

Teacher:
"Let’s try that again."

Teacher: "5, 4, 3, 2, 1, ready?"
Students: "Ready."

Teacher:
"Great! Now, every time I say 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, ready?, no matter what you are doing, you will stop, say Ready, and look at me.

Remember, I will know you are ready when you are looking at me."

Special Events

Holy Week

The week between Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday, Holy Week, is the most sacred time of year. During this special time, we enter into the passion of Christ — his crucifixion, death and resurrection — through liturgical celebration and personal conversion.

The Holy Week website is a one-stop hub full of engaging and meaningful resources to help teach students about the key events, symbols, and messages of Holy Week. From videos and prayer guides to classroom activities and reflective prompts, it’s designed to support students in deepening their understanding of this sacred time in the Church year.

Access the website by clicking on the picture or here!

Project Compassion

Project Compassion is about helping people who don’t have what they need to live a happy and healthy life. It’s a special project that raises money to give food, water, shelter, and education to people in different parts of the world. When we take part in Project Compassion, we are showing kindness and care for others, just like Jesus teaches us to do.

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Toefuata’iga’s Story

Toefuata'iga, (Toy-foo-ah-tah-ing-ah) a 13-year-old primary school student in Samoa, faced severe challenges and disruptions to her learning due to water scarcity. After Caritas Australia’s partner Caritas Samoa installed a 10,000 litre water tank at her school, Toefuata'iga and her classmates saw improved health, consistent attendance, and more opportunities to prioritise education.

TASK 1: CLASS DISCUSSION

Where does Toefuata’iga live?
What was the big problem at Toefuata’iga’s school?
How did Caritas Australia and Caritas Samoa help the school?
How does having clean water benefit students and teachers?
How does donating to Project Compassion help people get what they need?

The Seven Corporal Works of Mercy are acts of love and kindness that Jesus teaches us to do for others. They come from this Scripture passage, where Jesus reminds us that when we help those in need, we are also serving Him.

Class Discussion:

As a class, identify the Seven Corporal Works of Mercy and what they mean:

Feed the hungry – Give food to people who don’t have enough to eat.
Give drink to the thirsty – Provide clean water to those who need it.
Clothe the naked – Help those who don’t have enough clothes to stay warm and protected.
Welcome the stranger – Be kind and welcoming to people who feel alone or left out.
Visit the sick – Spend time with those who are unwell or support them in some way.
Visit the imprisoned – Show care for people who are in prison or feel trapped in their situation.
Bury the dead – Show respect for those who have passed away and support their loved ones.

Reflection Questions:

Which Corporal Work of Mercy relates to Toefuata'iga’s story?
What did I find challenging about learning Toefuata'iga’s story?
How do I see myself in this story?
As a pilgrim of hope, where do I see hope in this story?
What is God asking of me now?

MATTHEW 25:34-40

Then the King will say to those on His right, “Come, you are blessed by God! You will share in the kingdom prepared for you since the beginning of the world.

For I was hungry, and you gave me food.
I was thirsty, and you gave me something to drink.
I was a stranger, and you welcomed me.
I needed clothes, and you gave me something to wear.
I was sick, and you cared for me.
I was in prison, and you visited me.”

Then the people will ask, “Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you? Or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you as a stranger and welcome you? Or needing clothes and give you something to wear? When did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?”

And the King will reply, “Whatever you did for one of the least of my brothers and sisters, you did for me."

Lent

During Lent, we are called to deepen our relationship with Jesus through three key practices: Fasting, Almsgiving, and Prayer. Below are some different ways you might explore these practices during Lent. You might like to use these practices in your daily routines.

Almsgiving (Charity) - Sharing with Others

Donate clothes, toys, or books to someone in need.
Give money or food to a local charity, food bank, or mission.
Offer to help a neighbour or family member without being asked.
Share your time by visiting someone who is lonely or writing a kind note to a friend.
Participate in school or parish fundraising efforts for those in need.
Do extra chores at home and donate your allowance to a good cause.
Be generous with kind words and encouragement to others.
Offer to sit with someone new at lunch or include them in a game.
Pray for people who are struggling, especially those without food or shelter.

Fasting – Sacrificing to Grow in Self-Discipline

Give up sweets, snacks, or soft drinks and offer that sacrifice to God.
Avoid video games or TV for a day and spend time helping others instead.
Skip complaining and choose gratitude instead.
Fast from unnecessary screen time and use the time for family or prayer.
Give up negative thoughts or gossip and focus on kind words.
Eat simpler meals and remember those who don’t have enough food.
Walk or bike instead of taking the car, appreciating God’s creation.
Avoid wasting food or water and be mindful of how you use resources.
Take a break from buying new things and appreciate what you already have.

Prayer – Talking and Listening to God

Begin and end the day with a short prayer of thanks.
Say a prayer before meals, even silently.
Spend a few moments in quiet reflection or meditation each day.
Pray for family, friends, and those in need, including people you struggle with.
Read a Bible verse and think about how it applies to your life.
Write a list of things you are grateful for and thank God for them.
Create a prayer jar, writing down intentions and offering them to God.
Attend Mass or a prayer service with family or school.
Pray a decade of the Rosary or another simple prayer form.
Try journaling your prayers or drawing a picture to express your thoughts to God.

Ramadan

Ramadan is a sacred month in the Islamic calendar when Muslims around the world fast from sunrise to sunset, focusing on prayer, reflection, and helping others. It’s a time of spiritual growth, self-discipline, and deepening connection with God and the community.

Eid is a joyful celebration that marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting and reflection for Muslims. It’s a time for prayer, sharing food, giving to those in need, and celebrating with family and friends.

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"All About Ramadan" PowerPoint

This PowerPoint introduces young learners to Ramadan, a special time for Muslims that lasts 29 or 30 days. It explains key aspects like fasting from sunrise to sunset, reading the Qur’an, giving up bad habits, and the importance of prayer. It also highlights Iftar (the meal after sunset) and the celebration of Eid Al-Fitr at the end of Ramadan. The slides include discussion prompts to help children reflect and relate to the ideas in simple ways.

The Tradition of Ramadan Lanterns

Ramadan lanterns, known as "fanous" in Arabic, are a traditional symbol of light and hope during the holy month of Ramadan. They are often used to decorate homes, streets, and mosques — especially in places like Egypt, where the tradition dates back centuries. Originally lit by candles or oil, these lanterns helped people find their way to prayer at night. Today, they are a joyful and colourful way to celebrate the spirit of Ramadan and bring families and communities together.

This craft is a fun, creative way for children to engage with the meaning of Ramadan and learn about Islamic culture and traditions.

Ramadan Lantern Paper Craft – Instructions

Cut the Handle: Carefully cut off one short end of the paper. This will be used later as the lantern’s handle.
Decorate: Before folding, decorate the main sheet with a Ramadan theme — patterns, moons, stars, or messages of peace.
Fold the Paper: Fold the decorated paper lengthwise along the dotted line.
Cut the Strips: Along the fold, cut on the marked lines — but do not cut all the way to the edge.
Unfold: Gently open the paper back up.
Shape the Lantern: Bring the long edges together to form a round lantern shape. Use tape or glue to hold them in place.
Add the Handle: Attach the strip you set aside earlier to the top of the lantern with glue or staples to make a handle.

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