Dear Parents and Carers

After raising excitement levels regarding our new building works, I received news last week that the commencement date has been pushed back to at least the second half of this year.  Whilst I was initially disappointed about the new change, I consoled myself with the thought that it would give us more preparation time. It will also allow us to continue to use our shared spaces, such as the School Hall for a greater part of the year which is a positive outcome for our children.

Disco
We have decided to repeat the “in house” model of staging a disco, similar to last year’s initiative which was held during school hours. The disco will be held on April 1st and will be staggered throughout the day, to comply with COVID regulations.  Children will be allowed to wear appropriate disco clothing to school, whilst mindful that they will still need to be able to participate in normal school activities for the rest of the day.

One of our learnings from last year was that disco dancing was not for all children. We will certainly be mindful of this fact and arrange for alternative activities for those children.

Working Bee

You may have noticed that we have been advertising a Monster Working Bee on Sunday 28^th March. We are hopeful that we will receive the support of many parents in order to undertake some large projects on this day. One such project is the beautification of the area immediately outside the (Kindergarten end) corridor. Please let me know of any other issues you feel should be addressed (but only if you have time to come along and help)!

Please keep this date free, we will be providing lunch for all workers and children are most welcome.

Community Council
Following our first meeting of the Community Council the following parents were elected as office bearers and members.

Chairperson: James Montero (Claudia Year Five)

Secretary: Loretta Power (Sarah Year Five)

Treasurer: Shivani Nangru (Chayan Year Two)

Parent Member: Liesl Taylor (Mikko Year Four)

Staff Representatives: Petra Cole and Daniel Hunt

Ex Officio Members: Graham Pollard (Principal) Fr Simon Falk (Parish Priest)

We are still seeking an additional parent representative. The Council meets in the Staffroom twice a term for approximately one and a half hours. Let me know if you have the time to make this commitment.

May God bless you and your families