St. Kilian's Mindful Moment - T2W3

T2W3 - Focus

Focus is the ability to direct attention and effort toward what matters most in learning. It helps students move from simply knowing to actively applying their knowledge with purpose, persistence, and clarity.

This week, you might like to invite students to create or say their own Acknowledgement of Country.

Using the sentence starters below, students can reflect on what they are thankful for, the promise they wish to make, and what they value about Dja Dja Wurrung Country. This helps make the Acknowledgement personal, respectful, and meaningful.

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.

Choose your own...

We would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we are on today, the Dja Dja Wurrung people.

We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and future.

We thank them for ______________________________________.

Today, we promise to ____________________________________.

We are grateful to walk, learn, and play on this ______________________ land.

Here are some examples you might use:

Thanking them for: sharing their knowledge, caring for Country, welcoming us

Promise to: care for the land, learn about culture, treat nature with respect, invite all with open arms, help others who come to this country/land

Describe the land as: special, sacred, strong, beautiful, ancient, peaceful, friendly, open

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.

Let us take a moment to pause… to breathe… to be still.

As the deep, ancient sound of the didgeridoo surrounds us, we are reminded of the land we stand on, the First Peoples who have cared for it, and God’s presence that has always been here.

Breathe in God’s love… (pause) and breathe out any worries.

Breathe in God’s peace… (pause) and breathe out any distractions.

As we quiet our hearts, we open ourselves to God—who walks with us, speaks to us, and loves us completely.

Loving God, be with us now. Guide our hearts, our thoughts, and our words as we come together in prayer.

In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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.

Hope is the light that helps us see beyond today. It reminds us that even in uncertainty, God walks with us, guiding us toward a better tomorrow. When we live with hope, we choose to believe in growth, healing, and the goodness yet to come.

Before we begin, let’s take a moment to think about this word: Hope.

Hope is more than just wishing for something. It’s what helps us keep going when things are tough. It’s the small voice that says, “Try again.”
It’s the feeling that things can get better, even if they’re hard right now. Hope helps us to believe—in ourselves, in others, and in tomorrow.

Take a quiet moment to think:

Have you ever had a time when something felt hard, but you kept going?
Who gives you hope when you feel unsure or sad?
What’s something you’re hoping for this week?

Let’s hold those thoughts in our hearts as we listen to a story about hope.

The Cracked Pot

A long time ago in a quiet village, there lived a woman who carried water from the stream to her home each day. She used a wooden pole across her shoulders, with a large clay pot tied to each end. One pot was strong and whole. The other had a small crack running down its side.

Each morning, she would walk to the stream, fill both pots with water, and begin the journey back. By the time she reached her house, the cracked pot had leaked half of its water. This went on for years.

The cracked pot began to feel useless and ashamed. It compared itself to the perfect pot and believed it was a failure. One day, it spoke up.
"I’m so sorry," it said quietly as they walked. "I’ve been leaking water every day. I’m broken. I’ve let you down."

The woman paused and gently smiled.
"Did you notice the flowers growing along your side of the path? There are none on the other side."

The cracked pot looked down and, for the first time, saw a trail of wildflowers in bloom—daisies, poppies, and lavender—dancing in the sunlight.
"I planted seeds there long ago," the woman continued, "knowing you would water them along the way. Without your crack, there would be no flowers."

The pot was silent, but something shifted deep inside. It had thought its weakness was the end of the story. Instead, it had been the beginning of something beautiful.

What does this story teach us about hope?
How can challenges or imperfections help something good grow?
What does it mean to see the good in what we can’t change?

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.

A Prayer for Hope

Loving God,

Fill our hearts with hope.

When things feel uncertain, remind us that You are with us.

Help us to see possibilities, even in challenges.

May our learning be filled with courage and our words with encouragement.

Let us be people of hope, bringing light to one another.

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

St. Kilian's Routines

SKPS Ready in Five.docx

Ready in Five

‘Ready in Five’ is a consistent teacher prompt used to gain students' full attention before giving instructions or starting a lesson.

The teacher stands in a central position, counts down from five while scanning the room, and waits for 100% of students to respond and make eye contact. It teaches students to stop, look, and listen, creating a calm and focused transition into learning.

SKPS Classroom Entry.docx

Classroom Entry

The Classroom Entry Routine sets clear expectations for how students enter the room after breaks or transitions.

Students line up in pairs, enter quietly, stand or sit in their spot, and wait with eyes on the teacher before being greeted and seated. It promotes calm, safe, and respectful beginnings to lessons, helping students settle quickly for learning.

SKPS Clasroom Exit.docx

Classroom Exit

The Classroom Exit Routine guides students in leaving the room calmly and respectfully at the end of a lesson or day.

Students pack up quietly, stand behind their desks, respond to the teacher's farewell, and are dismissed row by row. It ensures a smooth and safe transition, reinforcing gratitude, order, and readiness for what comes next.

Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace means showing care for our environment, shared spaces, and each other by making sure we don’t leave mess, damage, or harm behind. It reminds us to respect the places we learn and play in and leave them as we found them—or even better.

This connects to our school values:

Respectful – We treat all spaces with care.
Example: We walk around plants and artworks instead of stepping on or over them.
Safe – We keep areas clean and clear so everyone can use them safely.
Example: We put away sports equipment and pick up rubbish so others don’t trip or slip.
Responsible – We take ownership of our own mess and help others do the same.
Example: We tidy our workspace, push in our chairs, and pack up shared materials even if we didn’t use them.

By living these values, we show that we care for our school, our environment, and our community.

Special Events

Conclave

The Conclave is a special and very important meeting where Catholic cardinals come together to choose the next pope—the leader of the Catholic Church. It happens in a place called the Vatican, and during this time, the cardinals stay in a special area and don’t talk to anyone outside, so they can pray and think carefully.

They ask the Holy Spirit to guide them as they vote. When a new pope is chosen, white smoke rises from a chimney to let the world know we have a new leader!

This video explains how the Catholic Church selects a new pope. It shows how cardinals gather in a special meeting called a conclave, where they pray and vote until they choose the next leader of the Church.

What is a conclave, and why do cardinals gather for it?
What special place do the cardinals go to during the conclave?
How do people know when a new pope has been chosen?
What qualities do you think make someone a good pope?
Why is it important for the cardinals to pray before choosing a new pope?
Can you think of a time when you had to make an important decision? How did you decide?

Prayer for the Conclave

Dear God,
Thank You for our Church and all the people who help lead it.
Please guide the cardinals as they choose a new pope.
Fill their hearts with wisdom, love, and peace.
Help the new pope to lead us with kindness and faith.

Amen.

Gaga Pit

Gaga Ball is kind of like dodgeball, but you hit the ball with your hands instead of throwing it, and the goal is to hit other players below the knees. Everyone starts inside the pit, and when the ball is served, the fun begins!

How to Play:

All players stand inside the Gaga Pit.
Someone drops the ball and shouts “Ga-ga-ball!” as it bounces three times.
Players hit the ball with an open hand (no throwing or kicking).
If the ball hits you below the knees, you’re out!
The last player left in the pit wins!

Reflection Questions:

Why do we need rules in Gaga Ball?
What can we do if two players don’t agree on who got out?
How can we help new players learn the game?
What do we need to check before we start playing in the Gaga Pit?
What does being a fair and kind player look like in this game?

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