College News
School Finish Time Today
A reminder that today is the last day of Term. School will finish at 2.20pm.
Term 2 commences for all students on Monday 19th April.
Cuppa and Convo Invitation
Birth Congratulations
We congratulate John (staff) and Laura, Jack, Tilly, Ella and Maya Forde, on the recent arrival of their little boy Eli John.
Introducing our New Staff
In our newsletter this term we have introduced new staff in each of our learning communities. Our final introductions are our new administration and other staff.
Laura Angove
IT Support
"I moved to information technology from the hospitality field. I enjoy, reading, learning, and digital technology"
Peter Orlowski
IT Support
"I am new to the community, I'm originally from Melbourne and am especially passionate about playing computer games. I have a background in IT and have previously worked for NAB, Bunnings and the Shire of Strathbogie."
Troy Bauerle
Maintenance
“I'm enjoying working at St Augustine's and not having the pressure of running my own business. I like getting my steps up each day!”
Joanne Guidice
Wellbeing Officer
“Happy Thursday!”
Sarah McMahon
Administration Officer – Community Engagement Support
“I have a background in event planning and administration. I am enjoying the busy school environment and supporting the Community Leaders.”
Kathy Villani
Administration Assistant
“I am loving the transition from being a parent to staff in our college community.”
Molly Carver
PE Trainee
"I have always loved sport and helping others find a love for sport."
Bullying. No Way! Day
On Bullying. No Way! Day, our students made a pledge to put a stop to bullying. We focused on RESPECT, KINDNESS, COMPASSION and COURAGE.
SOLE Stars
Congratulations to our SOLE Stars for Weeks 6, 7, 8 and 9. A special mention to our parent SOLE Star Jackie O in Week 8.
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Sacramental Program - please return forms
A reminder that Sacramental Program enrolment forms are due back to Alma at the Parish Office by the end of today.
If you missed the Sacramental Program Information night or would like further information, please contact Mrs Alma Limbrick (Pastoral Associate) at St Augustine's Parish (Thursdays) 5852 1026 or Miss Kylie Morrissey (Deputy Principal: Catholic Identity and Community) at St Augustine's College.
Please Check Lost Property by the End of Today
If your child is missing anything, please call into the office to check our lost property box before the end of today. All unclaimed items will be donated to the second hand uniform shop and St Vincent de Paul during the school holidays.
Subject Teacher Conversations - Student Free Day
Subject Teacher Conversations will be held on Tuesday 27th April. Students will not be required at school on this day.
Footpath Works in Tulloh Street over School Holidays
A works advice notice has been received by the College from the Campaspe Shire Council for a reconstruction of the footpath kerb ramps at the school crossing in Tulloh Street. The works will be undertaken during the Term 1 school holidays.
Please avoid this area whilst works are being undertaken.
Are you a Sheep Farmer? We are looking to adopt some lambs.
We are very excited to be running an Agriculture and Horticulture subject for our Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 students this year.
To assist us in the delivery of the subject, we are on the hunt for some poddy lambs. If you are lambing in late summer or autumn and happen to end up with some unfortunate lambs that need hand rearing, please contact Steph Challis at school or by email stephaniechallis@sakyabram.vic.edu.au
Indigenous Writing Competition
Please see Miss Clarke at school for further information or questions regarding opportunities to participate.
Dungala-Kailea Writing Award
This has 3 categories and all ages can enter.
Entries close 30th April.
CSEF - Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund
Applications for the Victorian Government's Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) are now open and must be submitted to the College Office before the last day of Term 2 - 25th June, 2021.
CSEF provides payments for eligible students to attend activities such as:
- school camps or trips
- swimming and school-organised sport programs
- outdoor education programs
- excursions and incursions
Further information can be found at https://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/Pages/csef.aspx