Principal's Message
TERM 4 SEMESTER 2
St Laurence O’Toole Primary School - Leongatha
Bonjour à tous,
Our school community is invited
to celebrate the
Feast day of St Laurence O'Toole
Whole School Mass
Friday 13th November
9:30am
St Laurence's Church
St Laurence O’Toole was born Lorcán Ó Tuathail in 1128. Known for his mediation skills, he gained the respect of the Irish, Vikings, and Normans. He died on November 14, 1180 and was made a saint in 1225. During a time of great social change, he promoted inclusivity in his diocese and embraced different traditions. He was known for building churches, praying, and performing miracles, but his most significant contribution was his care for the poor, homeless, and orphaned children, offering them shelter in his home.
If your family WILL NOT be returning to St Laurence's in 2027, please inform the school as soon as possible.
2027 Gr 3 & 5 NAPLAN dates are March 10 - 22. Please avoid taking time off or making appointments during this time.
Merci,
Have a lovely weekend.
Liz
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DIARY DATES 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| TERM 4 | SEMESTER 2 |
| NOVEMBER | |
| Mon 9 | 2027 Foundation Transition #3 |
| Wed 11 | Remembrance Day |
| Thu 12 | School Performance 6pm |
| Fri 13 | St Laurence O'Toole Feast Day Whole School Mass 9.30am |
| Sat 14 | St Laurence O'Toole Feast Day |
| Mon 16 - Tue17 | 3/4 Allambee Camp |
| Wed 18 | 3/4 Rest Day |
| Thu 19 | 5/6 Earthwise Live Online Incursion |
| Fri 20 & Mon 23 | Christmas Book Fair |
| Mon 30 - 11th Dec | 3/4 Bike Ed Program Commences |
| DECEMBER | |
| Tue 1 | 2027 Mary MacKillop Yr 7 Orientation |
| Wed 2 | Gr 5 Bike Hike - Koonwarra |
| Junior Athletics | |
| Thu 3 | Gr 6 Graduation Mass 6pm |
| Fri 4 | Gr 3/4 End of Year Picnic 11.30am-1.30pm |
| Wed 9 | NYr 6 Bike Hike - Meeniyab |
| Fri 11 | End of Year School Mass 9.30 - 10.30am |
| Wed 16 | Gr 6 Fun Activity / SPLASH Day 11am - 2.30pm |
| LAST DAY OF TERM FOR STUDENTS NORMAL FINISH TIME | |
| Fri 18 | Office/School closes 2pm |
On Tuesday 11th November it is Remembrance Day. We reflect on the sacrifice of all the brave men and women who served in the war for our wonderful country. Our men and women come home forever changed and some tragically, did not make it home at all. We are all so very grateful for your service. You are indeed the true heroes of our country and its history. Lest we forget.