Dear Parents and Carers,

I hope you have survived the downpour last week, we still have very damp play areas.

This week as part of our staff prayer we have been reflecting on the faith and journey of Mary MacKillop Australia’s first saint. 

One of my favourite quotes of Mary

“Believe in the whisperings of God to your own heart” Mary challenges us to take time to be still in our busy world and make space for God.

PARENT MEETING TONIGHT!!

Thank you for your responses to our meeting with Ian Luscombe- just a reminder the details are below;

When: Tonight-Wednesday 10^th August

Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm

Where: Library- enter through sliding doors

Childcare available

RSVP details sent via compass, contacting the Front Office or feel free to arrive tonight.

BUILDING AND RENOVATIONS

This week the CE team visited looking at the school downpipes. CE have committed to repairs to assist the downpipe situation as with heavy rain the downpipe system is not equipped to deal with the deluge. 

40^th ANNIVERSARY SAVE THE DATE

Saturday 19^th November 12pm-2pm, so far we are having a whole school art competition, memorabilia, open school and more. If you have any school memorabilia or would like to assist the Community Council in preparations please email: maria.papasidero@cg.catholic.edu.au  

We would love to hear from you.

There are many events coming up at school, so please read on and watch out for information on COMPASS and Facebook.

Reminder - Hats on

Most Australians receive the bulk of their vitamin D supply from exposing their skin to small amounts of ultraviolet radiation in sunlight.

Due to low levels of ultraviolet radiation in Canberra during the winter months, Cancer Council ACT does not generally recommend sun protection in June and July.

This may reduce the risk of vitamin D deficiency in the ACT region. 

As part of sun protection from August to May, St Michael’s students are asked to wear hats during all outdoor activities. Hats are available for purchase at the Front Office for $12.

THANK YOU

Finally, special thanks to Trish Dalziel for her generous support in sorting out our second hand clothing-so greatly appreciated! If you are in need of uniform we have a good range of second hand items on sale for a gold coin donation. Please see the Front Office staff.

Thank you for your continued support, stay safe and well.

Many Blessings

Judy Egan

Principal