Dear Parents,

Yesterday one of our parents performed a random act of kindness that I believe is indicative of the great community we have at our school. Most of you know that we have a School Crossing Supervisor out the front of the school who ensures our students can cross the road safely each day. Our Crossing Supervisor came into the office yesterday to let me know that one of our parents had taken time out of their day to bring him a hot drink and thank him for the work he is doing in the community. To whoever the parent was thank you for being such a kind, considerate and caring member of our school community. Your random act of kindness has not gone unnoticed! 

Feast Day

On Friday we have our Feast Day, which is a huge event for the school. On June 29 each year the Church celebrates the feast day of Saints Peter & Paul. As early as the year 258, there is evidence of an already lengthy tradition of celebrating the solemnities of both Saint Peter and Saint Paul on the same day. Together, the two saints are the founders of the Church in Rome, which came about through their preaching, ministry and martyrdom there. St Peter was crucified and buried on Vatican Hill, and St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican is built over his tomb. 

On Friday, we will be celebrating Mass at 12 pm in the church, all members of the school community are welcome to join us. Students will receive a sausage sizzle lunch on Friday. Lauretta has organised vegetarian sausages and gluten-free bread for those with dietary requirements. In the afternoon, the students will be participating in a range of enriching activities that have been organised by the teachers. We look forward to a fun and exciting day.

Assistant Principal

We are thrilled to welcome Mr Garreth Wigg as Acting Assistant Principal into our school community. He will visit school today and again on Friday to meet staff, students and parents. Mr Wigg will be teaching in 5/6 White on Wednesday and Friday each week as well as leading STEM in the school. 

School Counsellor 

Jaye, our school counsellor, has advised that she will be moving on as of the beginning of next term. Jaye has done an outstanding job in our school community, working with many of our students over the last two years. A replacement counsellor is being sought, and I will update you on the progress as soon as one has been sourced.  

Leaving Students

If you are leaving our school at the end of this year can you please email the office to let us know your intentions. I know, at this time, many parents toss up the idea of changing schooling in favour of single-sex education. After some discussion with parents, we have decided to host a forum next Wednesday at 6 pm to discuss these plans, dispell some myths, speak about the benefits of co-educational learning and our plans for the future, particularly in the STEM space. We will also ask some parents who have reflected upon this decision recently to attend.  Please register so I can timetable a suitable room in the school.https://forms.gle/Zh5Qr8MgSuQL7AYG8 

Lock on the Front door

We have recently installed a magnetic lock on our front door to continue to provide the safest learning experiences for the children at our school. The lock will engage during the school day, and people wishing to gain access will need to be buzzed into the school from the office. We will have a buzzer installed in the coming days to alert Trish that people wish to gain entry.  

OSHClub gates

We have locked the gates that are at the side of the school for a few reasons, including recent incidents of unauthorised cars gaining entry to our grounds and to ensure students safety during the school day. Please park and proceed through the front door or side gate to get to OSHClub if gates are not open.

Blessings and best wishes

Sean Rutledge

Principal (Acting)