Community and Family Engagement
Mother's Day
It was so wonderful to see everyone celebrating their Mother's and the other special women in their lives last week. There were lots of cards and artwork made! Our Mother's Day stall on Thursday was a great success with everyone walking away with lots of exciting gifts for their loved ones.
A very big thank you to Jennifer (Steven's mum from Tenison-Woods) who did all the ordering of the gifts. This is a massive job and Jennifer has been managing it for the last few years.
Also thank you to the parents who were able to assist during the lead up - counting money, processing orders, setting up stock etc and on the day - serving students, managing stock and counting and putting it all away at the end of the day.
Thank you to
Dianna J, Cristina P, Gabi I, Claudia P, Ana R, Amanda N, Tania M, Nicki S, Josie D, Andrea I, Elli R, Bianca K, Lucia A, Sarah M, Prakash P, Nicki O, Tanya M, Rima E, Jenny M, Danielle G, Martina O, Belinda M, Mel F, Nicole V, Rita A, Lauren M, Christine K and Mary G.
A school of our size cannot have successful events without the support of our school community. We are grateful to those who were able to help this time and welcome anyone else who is able to assist at future events.
Our Mother's Day Morning celebration on Friday was an exciting, colourful and joyous occasion. It was fantastic to see how many special visitors were able to make it. The line in Penola certainly proved that 'Cookies are Life!' Congratulations to all those who cracked the mystery code - 'If mums were roses I'd pick you.' Eight lucky students walked away with a little prize to share with their mum on Mother's Day.
We had some sad preppies when the music rang at 9.45am - a testament to just how much they enjoy sharing this space with their special visitors.
Shop for Your School
We are well underway! If you have receipts that you are not able to upload, please bring them in to school and we can get them uploaded for you! There will be a box at reception.
Two lucky students from each homegroup won a lucky raffle of a Shop For Your School drink bottle. Hopefully this will remind them, and their families to send in their receipts!
National Walk Safely to School Day
Tomorrow is National Walk Safely to School Day! Students and their families are encouraged to walk to school or park your car further away than usual and walk the rest of the way! You can meet your teachers at one of the four local parks at 8:30 am and travel together to school. Collect your stamp or sticker to show your active participation as you enter the gate!
WHERE TO MEET!
1. Park on the corner of Creeds Farm Lane & Greenfields Drive
2. Park on the corner of McKillop Ave & Redding Rise
3. Park on the corner of Snugburgh/Starlight Garden & Shields St
4. Park on the corner of Redding Rise & Lyndarum Drive
Sponsors
The success of the Fair would not have been possible without the financial support of our Sponsors. Please be sure to click their business links below to support these businesses throughout the year.
Sponsors' Links - Please click the links below to contact our Sponsors | |
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| Main St Funk Dance Classes | Barry Plant Real Estate Epping |
| NAJ Architectural Drafting and Design | Dental One |
| Sales and Rent Professionals | Arthur Reed Photos |
| Alfresco Blinds Co | Shusei Kai Martial Arts |
| Athos Finance | |
Community News
Epping Plaza Social pop-up
Drop in for a cup of tea or coffee, a chat, and the chance to meet new people.
Free tea and coffee provided! Fun games and activities. Everyone is welcome. No bookings needed.
Fridays, 2 May – 13 June 2025
10.00am – 11.30am at Epping Plaza,
Shop 111, 571 – 583 High Street, Epping
(next to Whittlesea Community Connections)
For more information visit Epping Plaza Social pop-up | City of Whittlesea or contact eppingcommunity@whittlesea.vic.gov.au
See flyer attached if you would like to share
Community Legal Education: Strengthening Relationships in Australia
This session is for Arabic Speaking Women
Monday 26 May
10.00am – 11.30am
Whittlesea Community Connections
Community Room 112B,
Pacific Epping
571 – 583 High St
Epping.
To register contact Randa on rrafiq@whittleseacc.org.au
Healing and Recovery Group for Women
Join this Free 6 week program
- Learn ways to stay healthy and strong
- Get tips on how to manage your money
- Learn about government payments and support
- Understand your legal rights
- Go on a group outing, (for the last session with transport and lunch provided).
Every Monday starting 28 April until 2nd June 2025, 11.00am – 2.00pm. For more information or to book call Uzma on 9217 2170 or Ahsa on 0421 146 541 or culturaldiversity@whittlesea.vic.gov.au or ashap@intouch.org.au
Greenbrook Community House
Term 2 has begun at Greenbrook Community House! Greenbrook is an inclusive, accessible and welcoming neighbourhood space for all community members. Whether you like gardening, arts and crafts, singing or grooving to music, there are creative workshops that are accessible for all abilities.
Epping Community Laughter Club workshops
Celebrate World Laughter Day (4 May) with these fun workshops! Feel energised and happy through stretching, breathing, movement and laughter.
Saturday 3 May, 5pm – 6pm
Saturday 7 June, 5pm – 6pm
Location: Greenbrook Community House
Bookings essential. Contact Gagan on 0433 768 626 or laughteryogaclubepping@gmail.com
Multicultural Women’s Grants Program
Whittlesea Community Connections – Multicultural Women’s Group Grants Program is offering up to $5000 per group in the City of Whittlesea. This fund can be used to either support an existing group to engage and involve more multicultural women, or help start a new groups. Join the information session on Thursday 8 May at 3.00pm. Applications close 25 May.
For more information contact May Thu Ne Win on 9401 6666 or mwin@whittleseacc.org.au
Or Jennie Barnes 0488 159 983 or jbarnes@whittleseacc.org.au
Kristie
New Arrivals & Community & Family Engagement Leader kristie.hocking@smcmeppingnth.catholic.edu.au