Principal's Page - Judy Egan
Dear Parents/Carers,
We have been spoilt with gorgeous Autumn weather at present, I hope you were able to enjoy some family time this past long weekend.
Last Friday we held a meaningful prayer service as part of our Remembrance for Anzac Day. How wonderful for our little people to proudly wear the medals earned by other family members.
Open Day
We are excited to hold our Open Day next Wednesday 5 May 9.30am-6pm. So much wonderful learning is happening at St Michael’s and we are proud of our great reputation, please tell your friends and family all are welcome.
Mother’s Day
Just to let you know that on Friday 7 May we will have a special recognition of Mother’s at our morning assembly. We will make sure our drive through Mum’s and those not able to come along receive a little something as well. You are most welcome to stay for our cross country which will follow at 9.30am.
Catalyst Initiatives
We had very positive feedback from our Reading Information Night with Associate Professor Lorraine Hammond AM, PhD, CF. She has shared some resources which complement Let’s Decode;
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
Lorraine also recommends a publication by Stephen Parker;
Teaching a Preschooler to Read, Phonics for Parents and Other Care/Givers
You can download a free pdf at;
https://www.parkerphonics.com/books
Thank you for your continued support,
Many blessings
Judy Egan
COMPASS
Next week, St Michael’s Kaleen is introducing a new online portal called Compass. The parent Portal allows parents to receive information about your child’s school and their progress. It will give you access to school reports, messages, classroom blogs and the ability to submit attendance notes. The portal is accessible via the web and the Compass School Manager App (via the App store on your device). We will be sending you log in details next week.
This Parent Portal will make engaging with your child’s school faster, easier and more secure.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
- Receive relevant messaging through the app or desktop
- Submit absence notes
- Give consent for events/excursions
- Communicate directly with teachers (desktop only)
- Book parent-teacher conferences
- Access your child’s academic reporting
- Update basic contact information knowing your data will remain secure
Please make sure your contact details including email and phone contacts are up to date.