As we approach the last week of this term where we still have a number of exciting events planned, it is timely to reflect on the term we have had. The highlight has certainly been having all the children back at school after a messy Term 2. There has however still been much change for our students and not having parents able to be on our school site has been a big one. As a school we really value the input and participation of parents in the daily life of our school activities and we have really missed you guys. This particularly came to mind seeing parents again at the Parent Teacher Interviews and having the brief opportunity to touch base. 

This Thursday we have our Ecofest which is generally organised and run by our senior class. Each year level does provide a stall that showcases the work they have done on their eProject throughout the year and there will be a number of other stalls from organisations that have projects that promote and support environmental sustainability. Now again, we are unable to invite parents along for this event but we will do our best to get some great photos for you. Our students are all very excited by the projects they will be showcasing.

On our last day of school for the term, we will be having our Athletics Carnival, or at least a version of it, given there are no regional events to flow onto. It will be a fun day for the students to finish the term on. Children are able to wear a coloured shirt for their house group (anything that is sun safe is fine) with their sports uniform. They are welcome to bring items like pom poms etc. to cheer on their team. All students will need a hat and a water bottle. Coloured hairspray is not allowed and there is no point anyway as children will have their hats on the entire time. Tuckshop will operate as normal. The Athletics Carnival will be finished by about 12.30pm and parents are welcome to collect children early if you are lucky enough to be heading off on holidays, though the school will operate as a regular afternoon the rest of the day.

This week four of our students have completed the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Eucharist at the Ryan Community Centre with Father Dave. Due to Covid 19 restrictions it was a slightly different ceremony to former years but it was faith-filled and very special for each of these children. Best wishes to Jack, Owen, Sophie and Mary-Claire as they continue their faith journey.

Have a fabulous week. 

Cheers

Penny Collins

Principal