St Matthew’s Primary School

Principal Talk with Mrs Lowe

'Partners in Learning' Parent Survey - LAST CHANCE

The 'Partners in Learning' Parent Survey closes this Friday at 4:30 p.m. Please click on the following link to respond to the survey:

http://tellthemfromme.com/stmatthewspage.

At this point, we have had 52 responses.

The questionnaire covers several aspects of your perceptions of your children's experiences at home and school. It is based primarily on Joyce Epstein's framework for fostering positive school and community relations.

The data gathered from this survey informs our Annual Improvement and Strategic Plans and is shared with the Catholic Education Office. We would love for our Head Office to hear about the wonderful things that happen at St Matthew's Primary School and in our great school community.

Please know you are welcome to provide feedback at any point, and any concerns will be addressed immediately.

Belconnen District Athletics Carnival

Thank you to Mr Dillon Payne for coordinating the Belconnen District Athletics Carnival. His meticulous planning ensured that the carnival ran smoothly and provided a fantastic experience for all involved.

We also thank Mr. Hunt and Mr. Hargraves for their assistance on the day.

I would like to congratulate all the students for their enthusiastic participation and outstanding sportsmanship.

Congratulations to Alistar in Year 4, who achieved 2nd place in the 200m event. Alistar’s impressive performance has earned him a spot on the Belconnen team to compete at the ACT School Championships. Elsie from Year 6B will also compete as part of the team at this event. Best of luck to Alistar and Elsie!

Thank you again to everyone who contributed to the carnival’s success and to the students for their efforts.

Invitation Parent Breakfast 30 August

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We invite you to join us for breakfast on the K-1 Playground from 8 a.m. on Friday, August 30th. This celebration marks two special events: Mother's Day and Father's Day.

We invite you to spend the morning with us from 8.00 to 8.45 a.m., having a light breakfast and playing with your children.

The parents and carers will have breakfast near the canteen window, consisting of pastries and fruit.

The students will receive a morning snack of fruit, a mini-muffin or a muesli bar.

Juice or water will also be available for parents, carers and students.

After breakfast, you are invited to join us for our Year 6 Prayer Celebration and Awards Ceremony in the School Hall.

Thanks to our School Community Council organising committee, the students will also have the opportunity to purchase a Father's Day gift later in the day.

Attendance

As you know, we strive for all students at St Matthew's to attain a 95% or above attendance rate at school.

To check your child's attendance rate, follow the following instructions.

1. Log into Compass.

2. Click on your child's Profile.

3. Click on the Attendance tab at the top of the page.

3. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and on the far right you will see the percentages. The SCHL % rate is the best indicator of your child's overall attendance at school.

The following table indicates the levels of attendance.

We want your child to succeed at school and know that you do as well. Please let us know if you require support in ensuring your child attends school on time each day.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me.

Principal's Retreat Reflection: Embracing Goodness

Earlier this week, I had the privilege of attending a Principals' retreat where we explored one of the four transcendental values: Goodness.

The four transcendentals are fundamental concepts that are considered to be universal and essential aspects of reality. They are:

1. Truth – This refers to the pursuit of understanding what is factual and accurate and aligns with the nature of reality. Truth is about seeking and recognizing what is genuine and reliable.

2. Goodness – This encompasses moral and ethical values, focusing on what is virtuous and beneficial for individuals and society. Goodness relates to the idea of acting in a way that contributes positively to the well-being of others.

3. Beauty – Beauty is concerned with what is aesthetically pleasing and harmonious. It reflects the appreciation of form and proportion in art, nature, and human expression, contributing to a sense of delight and inspiration.

4. Unity – Unity refers to the concept of oneness and coherence. It emphasizes the idea of integration and wholeness, recognizing how different elements come together to form a complete and harmonious whole.

These transcendentals are often explored in philosophy, theology, and ethics, providing a framework for understanding and appreciating various aspects of human experience and the world around us.

Following our previous term's focus on Truth, we delved into the story of the Good Samaritan, reflecting on how we can embody compassion and love in our daily interactions. As we continue this journey, let’s strive to support and uplift each other, drawing inspiration from the Good Samaritan's example. Together, let’s make St Matthew's a place where goodness thrives.

Yours in truth, goodness, unity and love,

Mrs Sarah Lowe

Principal