Thank you to the parents/carers who were able to come along to our Opening Mass and our Information Night last week. It was great to welcome Father Mick who is getting to know our community. This year we changed the format from ‘meet n greet’ in the past this was only a social event. Our format included, tea/coffee a brief information session, introduction of the staff and open classrooms. Our focus was, assisting parents with home learning ideas. The feedback we received was very positive. We are wanting to introduce further opportunities for parent engagement, such as open library sessions and tea/coffee chats.   

We mentioned on the Opening Night that we are always looking for further volunteers, we have a huge need for helpers at our Swimming Carnival next Tuesday 21^st February at Stromlo Park. Our situation is critical as without enough support we may need to look at whether or not we can safely hold the event- if you can spare a couple of hours between 9:30-12:30, please contact Erin Hardwicke our Sports Coordinator or give us a call. Erin.hardwicke@cg.catholic.edu.au

Games and Clubs

This year we are encouraging the students to experience and play a variety of sports and games. Last year we created soccer rules and encouraged our students to include everyone, to promote a more positive playing experience.  Many of our students play soccer on weekends and have terrific skills. Soccer is still valued on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, on Tuesdays and Thursday’s sports including basketball, badminton, volleyball, Oz tag, frisbee golf, tennis, circus games are offered. These games have been very popular with the students.  We were able to book some AFL clinics and are keen to include different games which all contribute to better health and fitness.  

Also, this year, we are offering Clubs- Monday to Friday lunch times including, Music, STEM, Arts, Lego and board games. The library is also open every lunch and we are using the space near the canteen, which we now call the ‘Calm space’ for quieter activities. This includes sandpit, Giant Chess and circus games. 

Renovations Update

Renovations to the staffroom have been completed and over the coming weeks refurbishments will begin on the front of the building including a roof space and new entrance doors. The signage around the school and new flag poles are contributing to a fresher appearance.

Assembly Friday

This Friday we will present our first Harmony awards for 2023 and catch up on any student birthdays. Parents are very welcome to come along. The students receiving awards are printed in today’s newsletter.

Goal setting meetings with Parents and teachers

In week 8 of this term we welcome parents to our goal setting interviews for Semester 1. Information will be sent home around bookings for Monday 20 March, Tuesday 21 March and Wednesday 22 March.

Thank you for your continued Support,

Many Blessings,

Principal