General News

Word of the Week

Each time a student uses our "Word of the Week" in the classroom they will be awarded a point and the student with the most points at the end of the term will receive a book to further expand their vocabulary.

We will publish our Word of the Week on Facebook and in the newsletter. Please support your child to use this word at home.

Term 4 Week 3 - "ESTABLISH"

Late Arrivals

We cannot stress enough the importance of getting your children to school on time every day. There has been an increase of students arriving at school after the bell time of 8.45am. Students arriving at school late has an impact on the students themselves, the class and the teacher, not to mention the valuable learning time the students are missing if this is a regular occurrence. Please support us in ensuring your children arrive at school before 8.45am.

Kinder 2024 Orientation Mornings

Last Friday we welcomed our Kindergarten students for 2024 as part of our transition program. We look forward to welcoming them again for their second and third Orientation mornings on:

Friday 27th October, 9.30-11.30am (Week 3)
Friday 3rd November, 9.30-11.30am (Week 4)

Children are asked to bring a hat, drink bottle and something to eat for each orientation session. They can wear play clothes with closed in shoes. At each Orientation visit, we ask that parents enter via the back gate on Thompson Crescent and staff will be there ready to support your child to happily enter the kindy space.

Whilst the new Kinder students are enjoying time in the classroom, parents will have the opportunity to learn more about our school and the people who will be supporting them at school. See flyer below for more details.

These orientation sessions are an extremely important way for your child to prepare socially for the transition to school. If you or your child are unable to attend these sessions, please make contact with the school office.

Change of Details

It is imperative that the school office be advised of any change of details such as change in family situation, address, workplace, email addresses, phone numbers – mobile and landline for home and work. Please email any changes to your personal details to setadmin@arm.catholic.edu.au, thank you.

Leaving or Relocating??

Planning for the 2024 school year is well underway. Over the coming weeks we will be placing students in classes for 2024. If your child is currently in K – Year 5 and you will NOT be returning to St Edward’s in 2024, please let the school know in writing as soon as possible. Thank you to the families who have already notified the school regarding changes for 2024.

School Fees

2023 school fees were due 1st September 2023. Thank you to those parents who have already paid. Payments can be made via automatic weekly/fortnightly BPAY, Compass Pay, Cash or Eftpos. Also, monthly school fee statements were emailed on the 5th October. The sender will be noreply.schoolfeestatement

Please phone Mel Salvestrin on 6765 7847 if you feel you will struggle to pay the school fees. Thank you.

School Travel - Bus Passes & Concessions

Please note there is a new website where parents can access bus pass applications.

https://transportnsw.info/tickets-opal/ticket-eligibility-concessions/school-student-travel

2024 Travel Passes

Canteen News

Our Infants Canteen, operated by Mrs Noad, is back for all K-2 students every Wednesday and Friday only. Chips and sips only are available for purchase with a limit of $1 spending per student.

Second Hand Clothing Pool

Have you recently had a sort through your children’s summer school uniforms and have unwanted items? If so, both the Infants and Primary Clothing Pools are in need of good quality second hand items. Items can be donated or sold on consignment with 20% commission taken by the school. Parents and carers are welcome to pop into either school office to look through the clothing pool or alternatively phone and the ladies will happily check availability for you.

Athletes Foot

Don't forget when you purchase your school or sport shoes at the Athletes Foot Tamworth, to mention you are a member of the St Edward's Tamworth school community. $5 from every purchase is donated back to our school.

McCarthy Catholic College - Yr 7 2024

St Edward's P & F - GOLF DAY

It's time to swing into action and start organising your team for a fun afternoon of golf on Sunday 26th November at the Tamworth Golf Club. The P & F are also seeking support by way of sponsorship and donations of prizes and raffle items. Please refer to the flyers below for further information or alternatively contact Nigel Robertson on 0431 233 052.

Realtalk

The Realtalk Parents website includes quick reference guides, conversation starters, short videos, deep-dive seminars, printable resources, videos and curated links for parenting on the tough topics to do with relationships and eSafety.

To sign up please go to: www.realtalkparents.com/armidale

TFSS: Upcoming Parenting Programs

Tamworth Regional Conservatorium of Music...

Student Absences

Please remember that all absences must be explained within 7 days of your child being away. You will receive an automated SMS message at 10.00am on the day to remind you to explain the absence on the Parent Compass Portal. If you are having a trouble accessing all of the Compass features, there should be a drop-down menu on your home page which looks like 3 horizontal lines. Open this menu and choose 'open in browser'. This will help you access the school portal features.

2023 Pupil Free/Staff Development Days

Please note the following dates in your diary. These dates are when St Edward's staff will be undertaking professional development:

Monday 18th December

Tuesday 19th December

Esteem Kids

Before school care is available in the Infants Hall for both Primary and Infants students. It operates from 7:00am to 8:30am, Monday through Friday during term and breakfast is provided.

After school care is available in the Infants Hall for Infants students only from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday. PLEASE NOTE this year that after school care is now operating from the Primary Art Room for primary students only from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday. Afternoon tea is provided.

Families are encouraged to make enquiries or express interest by contacting William Wong on 0410 841 628 or email: info@esteemkidsgroup.com.au or visit the website at www.esteemkidsgroup.com.au

ABSENCES - Please remember to contact (telephone or text) Esteem Kids St Edward's directly if your child is going to be absent on 0481 373 883. Thank you.

ADIG Bonus Saver Account

The Armidale Diocesan Investment Group (ADIG) have introduced a new Bonus Saver Account. See the video link below to find out about the key elements of the product.

ADIG Bonus Saver