Principals Message

At this time, we hold in our minds and hearts all those affected by the floods and pouring rain.

Our hearts go out to those whose homes, possessions and businesses have been destroyed or damaged by floods in our northern Victorian region.

We remember in prayer:

Those whose lives have been devastated,

Those who are feeling vulnerable and weak

Those who are stranded. Those who are facing both long-term and short-term needs. Those who are homeless in this crippling time. 

We pray also for all those who are meeting needs at this time: Volunteers and community workers. Those working to rescue people who are stranded and feed the hungry. Those supplying food, water, equipment, money and urgent supplies. Those working to clear roadways and homes that have been damaged. Police officers, emergency personnel, medical and social welfare responders. Those seeking to offer protection from theft and fraud.

We pray that each of us will play our part in responding to the overwhelming conditions of this time, and particularly in reaching out to those who are struggling to rebuild their lives.

We pray too, that we will continue to urge the Government to play its part in strengthening structures that will heal our land, restore creation, and relieve those suffering homelessness and poverty.

We make all our prayers in the name of Jesus, who reached out always to those most in need. 

AMEN.

Jan Barnett rsj

ZOO EXCURSION

Our Melbourne Botanical Zoo Excursion has been rescheduled for Monday November 14th .

There is a new permission form on PAM which you are required to complete please.  Students are asked to be at school by 6.45am as the bus will be leaving at 7.00am sharp.  The bus is expected to arrive back to school at approximately 5.30pm.

GRADE 3/4 CAMP TO NILLAHCOOTIE

We excited to advise that we have been able to reschedule the 3/4 camp to Nillahcootie.  Our new dates are the only dates available and are in the last week of school from Monday December 12th until Wednesday December 14th. 

These dates clash with the State wide transition day however we will advise the students of their 2023 class, teacher and room before camp.

A new permission form will need to be signed due to the change of dates.  We will keep you informed as the term progresses.

TRANSITION for 2023 YEAR 7 

Transition days for some of our Grade 6’s attending to Rushworth P-12 in 2023 are:

Tuesday November 13th 8.30am – 3.30pm

Tuesday December 13th 8.30am – 3.30pm (State-wide transition)

TRANSITION DATES FOR OUR 2023 FOUNDATON STUDENTS: 

We are happy to offer 6 transition sessions during term 4 for our 2023 foundation students.  During these morning sessions the children will be a get to know the school routine, meet their 2023 buddy and participate in lots of art, literacy, numeracy and oral language activities.

The first session was cancelled due to lack of staff.

The program will commence on Friday October 28 at 8:50 – 11.30am and continue on the following mornings:

Friday November 4 - 8:50 – 11.30am

Friday November 11 - 8:50 – 11.30am

Friday November 18 - 8:50 – 11.30am

Friday November 25 - 8:50 – 11.30am

Tuesday December 13 – State-wide Transition -8.50 – 1.35pm

Mrs Fraser, Mrs Parry or Mrs Jamieson will take these sessions.

SACRAMENTS 2022 – 2023

The Sacramental Candidates for 2022 – 2023 began their preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation last night and will continue for the next 3 weeks.

The Sacraments of Confirmation and First Eucharist will be celebrated on Sunday August 6th, 2023 at 10.00am at Sacred Heart Church Cornella

SCHOOL FEES:

As it is nearing the end of the school year, I would encourage those who pay in instalments to ensure that you are still making regular payments in order to clear your 2022 School fees by November/early December.  Thank you for your attention to this matter. 

ST VINCENT DE PAUL FLOOD APPEAL

St Vincent de Paul Society has now established a Victorian Flood Appeal.  Schools are encouraged to make contributions by:

• Calling 13 18 12
• Visit https://donate.vinnies.org.au/appeals-vic/vinnies-vic-flood-appeal-2022
• Make a monetary donation through anyone of our Vinnies Shops at point of purchase
• Via you local IGA where the purchase of a token supports the recovery of Victorians devastated by these recent floods.
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COVID-19 update

While COVID safe measures have changed, all Victorian Catholic schools are required to implement important practices to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission. 

Schools must continue to take the important steps of ensuring air purifiers are in use, external ventilation is maximised, good personal hygiene is encouraged and face masks are made available to staff students and visitors who wish to wear them. 

We thank all parents for being vigilant in testing their children and keeping them at home if they display any symptoms. This has kept everyone in our school community safe.

Changes to COVID-19 isolation requirements

It is strongly recommended that students

• who test positive for COVID-19 should stay home and isolate for five days
• should not attend school after five days if still symptomatic
• who are symptomatic but have not tested positive should not attend school.

Where students become symptomatic at school, they should:

• be collected by their parents/carers
• undergo testing for COVID-19.

NAPLAN

Your childs NAPLAN results has been sent home today. Please see your childs teacher if you have any questions regarding the report.

KEY DATES:

Friday October 28th:   

Foundation 2023 transition morning 

Halloween Disco 4.30 – 6.30pm

Monday October 31st: 

Pupil Free day – Numeracy Day

Tuesday November 1st: 

Public Holiday -Melbourne Cup holiday

Friday November 4th:             

Responsible Pet Ownership 

Foundation 2023 transition morning 

Monday November 7th: 

St Augustine’s College, Kyabram Year 7 2023 transition 

Friday November 11th: 

Remembrance Day 

Foundation 2023 transition morning 

Just Leadership day 

School Fete

Monday November 14th: 

Melbourne Botanical Zoo trip

Tuesday November 15th: 

Rushworth P-12 Year 7 2023 transition day 

St Augustine’s College Kyabram Year 7 2023 transition day

Friday November 18th: 

Foundation 2023 transition morning

PRAYERS:

We pray for all those who are impacted by the floods in our region.  Many people in our neighbouring towns have been displaced and are in need of support. 

We also continue to pray for the lonely, sick and suffering. 

Have a good fortnight

Catherine Fraser