Beginning of Term Reminders

As we begin the new term, it’s worthwhile to share a few important reminders.

Thank you to all families who use the drop-off and pick-up line and follow the school’s traffic directions. A gentle reminder that vehicles must not turn right into the line, as outlined in our traffic guidelines.

Please note that play equipment is not to be used before or after school. Additionally, the area outside the Year One and Two classrooms must be vacated at the end of each school day, as it becomes the licensed space for OSHC once the gates are closed. If you are collecting children from this area, we ask that they are closely supervised. We’ve had several collisions and near misses due to the high volume of families exiting through Gate 3, so your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Last Thursday, we celebrated the Performing Arts Opening Mass, with our school choir—led beautifully by Mrs Oliver—providing outstanding music ministry. A heartfelt thank you to our parent volunteers and to Ms Manifold for your support and assistance on the day.

During my term of leave, the school was very capably led by Ms Manifold and Mrs Crosthwaite. My sincere thanks to both for the fantastic job they did in my absence.

I was fortunate to spend part of my leave on pilgrimage, and during the final two weeks of Term Two, I followed in the footsteps of Mary MacKillop from Adelaide to Melbourne. I visited sites of significance and gained a deeper understanding of the impact Australia’s first saint has had on Catholic education across two states. In a previous role, I was principal of the first school in Western Australia to be run by the Josephite order, so this journey held deep personal and professional meaning.

Mary MacKillop’s legacy, which we celebrate next week on her feast day, continues to profoundly influence Catholic education in Australia. I’d like to share a reflection from one of her letters, which I had the privilege of exploring during my time away. You can listen to it here: https://qrco.de/bdECvb