Learning & Teaching News
Parent Helpers in the Classroom 2026
INDUCTION SESSIONS
There will be two sessions to induct parent helpers prior to helping out in the classroom. During this meeting we will discuss the "Do's, Don'ts and Musts" as well as tips to assist you when working with the OHR students. If you attended this session in 2024 or 2025, there is no necessity to come again, however, please ensure your Working With Children Check is up to date and Heather has a copy. Heather also requires a copy of your signed and dated Student Safety Code of Conduct. Also, many parents assist teachers by doing tasks at home or by assisting with administration tasks in the library which is greatly appreciated. Please let the teachers or Mrs. Campbell know if this is you. (No need to complete induction, but must have WWCC if helping out onsite).
When: Thursday 19th February 2.30pm - 3.10pm Please register at the office using V-Pass prior to our start time.
OR Thursday 26th February 8.50am - 9.30am Please register at the office using V-Pass prior to our start time.
Where: Meeting Room off the Library
Please RSVP to Lisa Canty
lcanty@ohrsurreyhills.catholic.edu.au
Current Parent Helpers
Please remember to let your child's teacher know if you are able to help out in the classroom and what days, times you are available. Some parents have informed us they are willing to help in any classroom, (not just their own child's room). If this is you, please email me and I will pass on this information to the staff.
2026 Parent Information
Click the button below to access the slides from last week's Parent Information Night as well as the 2026 Term 1 Overviews for each Year Level.
THE IMPORTANCE OF TALK
Click the button to access Marian Nicolazzo's slides from her presentation last week. There are many practical and easy suggestions of ways to support at home.
Bebras- Congratulations
We were incredibly impressed with the students who participated in the Bebras Computational Thinking Competition this week. They demonstrated curiosity, perseverance, and strong problem-solving skills as they tackled a range of challenging and thought-provoking tasks. Bebras is designed to stretch students’ logical thinking rather than test prior knowledge, and our students rose to the challenge with confidence and enthusiasm. Congratulations to those students below who took part, we are very proud of your efforts and the way you represented our school.
Harvey A, Lucy A, Sam B, Sophie B, Patrick C, Will C, Christopher D-M, Jack E, Elle F, William G, Hudson H, Milan K, Louis N, Caleb N, Sebastian P, Stella P, Corbyn R, Louis S, Patrick S, Isla A, Jack C, Freddie H, Zuiri J, Isaac L, Summer L, Evan M, Micah P, Jaden Q, Lauren S, Atticus W, Lucas Y, Emme A, Keilah B, Emily B, Leo F, Mia H, Luke H, Maxwell L, Arthur, N, Amelia O, Isaac P, Dilan R, Finley R, Hailey W, Arabella B, Edward C, Millicent M, Emily N, Aksel R, Chloe S, Sophie W.
Welcome to learning at OHR in 2026
At Our Holy Redeemer, we believe every child is a capable learner, who can grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually during their years with us and beyond. Our approach to teaching and learning is grounded in high expectations, strong relationships, and a commitment to knowing each child as an individual. We strive to create classrooms where curiosity is encouraged, effort is celebrated, and students feel safe to take risks and learn from mistakes.
This year, our learning focus will continue to centre on strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, student wellbeing, and providing engaging learning experiences in the wide variety of curriculum and specialist areas that challenge and support all learners. We are also committed to working in partnership with families, knowing that learning is most powerful when school and home work together.
School days are rich with learning, emotions, and social experiences. As parents and carers, you are your children’s safe place, the ones they turn to to make sense of their day. The questions below are gentle prompts to help open conversation about their day of learning and interacting. They support reflection, and ensure children feel seen, heard, and emotionally safe.
“What was the best part of your day?”
Opens the conversation positively and helps children relive joy, connection, or success.
“Who did you enjoy spending time with?” Or “Who or what made you smile today?”
Invites storytelling to share who is making them feel safe, happy or relaxed.
“When did you feel proud of yourself or confident in your learning today?”
Builds self-efficacy and helps children notice effort, not just outcomes.
“What did you do when something felt hard?”
Shifts the focus from what went wrong to how they coped, reinforcing resilience and problem-solving.
“What are you looking forward to tomorrow?”
Ends with partnership, safety, and forward thinking support.
Many children share more easily when they are doing something alongside the conversation. This might be walking, drawing, in the car or having a snack. Some also need time to think before responding. Using a drawing or writing journal can be a helpful way to reflect, especially if they are still developing the language to express their thoughts and feelings.
We look forward to continuing this partnership with you throughout the year, creating a safe and nurturing environment where every child feels supported to grow, learn and succeed.
Penny Hansen (Learning & Teaching Leader) and Esther Jackson (Wellbeing Leader)