Dear Parents/Carers,

Well the cold weather has certainly arrived with a blast! I hope there was an opportunity for families to enjoy some warmth and companionship over the term break.

We begin our celebration of NAIDOC week with exciting news that Katija (5/6K) has won the NAIDOC Postcard competition from schools across the archdiocese. The prize will be presented to Katija at the conclusion of the NAIDOC Mass at St Christopher’s Cathedral. Thank you to Jessica Lewis and Shahenie Burns for accompanying our students to the event and congratulations Katija!

Catalyst Update

On Monday the teaching staff participated in professional learning around High Impact Teaching Practices with Dr. Lorraine Hammond. Due to the unfolding COVID situation, the day was conducted online. This week staff will share their learning and receive coaching around implementing strategies into classroom practice.

Staffing

After an initial hiccup, a note has gone home to Year 3/4A parents/carers to notify families that Sarah Anderson (3/4A) will be taking some personal leave this term. Mrs Ritu Budhraja, who has recently been teaching at St John the Apostle will be joining our staff this term to teach 3/4A. As a community we welcome Ritu and send our best wishes to Sarah.

COVID Updates

Families received information on Monday 12 July via the parent portal regarding CE updates for COVID safe practices at school. It is also attached to this newsletter. Any updates for parents will be communicated via the portal as it is now our primary means of communication. Please assist us as we work together to ensure everyone in our community stays safe. Always seek current advice by following ACT Government Health Guidelines at.

 https://www.covid19.act.gov.au/

Teams for Teams Day

Thank you to everyone in our community who supported the teams for teams day, we have contributed an amazing $800 towards the Parish Sound System in our Church.

Your continued support is valued and appreciated, stay well,

Many Blessings

Judy Egan