Where has this Term gone so far?

Hello everyone. I trust that each and every one of you had a wonderful extended weekend and had the opportunity to enjoy the additional day with your dear friends and family.

The past few weeks have certainly been filled with a flurry of activities and events. From the Catholic Schools Week Mass, the House Challenge Day, and various ceremonies, our school community has been bustling with energy and excitement. It's been a whirlwind of experiences for our students, from beginning preparation for our athletics carnival to participating in Walcha Central School Taster Day as well as the recent Sacrament of Holy Communion for Digby, Harriet, Lucy and Phoebe was a special milestone for them, adding to the many memorable moments we've shared together.

Despite the fact that there are just slightly over three weeks remaining in the term, the upcoming days until the final day of Term 2 are expected to be extremely busy. This is due to a multitude of events that have been detailed in this newsletter.

Well, that's enough from me for now. I hope I will get the chance to catch up with you all sometime in the very near future. Take care and I will see you all soon.

Semester 1 Reports

Reports will be sent home electronically via the Compass parent portal on Friday 28th June. If you would like a paper copy of your child's report, can you please let us know. If parents have any questions and/or would like to have a meeting with their child's class teacher, they can contact them to arrange a suitable time to meet or discuss any matters in regard to their child's learning during Week 10.

How to view your child's report on Compass

Log into Compass

To view the Semester 1 report either click on the link in the newsfeed or select your child's profile (photo) and click Reports, select 2024 Semester 1 Report.

2024 ICAS Assessments

Below in the attachment is some further information for all families who are interested in their child/ren participating in any or all of the ICAS Assessments next term.

If you have any further questions or queries regarding these assessments, please feel free to contact myself.

P and F Meeting this Tuesday 18th June

The last P&F meeting for this term is scheduled to take place this upcoming Tuesday, starting at 6pm in the library as well as via Zoom. It would be very much appreciated if you are able to join us.

'Wearing Uniform With Pride' Award Is.......

Bella has been chosen as the recipient of the 'Wearing Uniform With Pride' award for the current week. We would like to congratulate Bella for consistently demonstrating pride in her school and sports uniforms.

Playground and Drainage Works Update

Regrettably, the progress of our playground and drainage renovations has been hindered by the recent inclement weather conditions. Enclosed are several photographs depicting the current status of the project.

2024 Remaining Staff Development Days (PD Days)

Monday 22nd July (First day of Term 3)

Monday 14th October (First day of Term 4)

Friday 20th December (Last day of Term 4)

Upcoming Event Term 4 - New England Sings 2024 Term 4 for Years 3-6

NEW ENGLAND SINGS! 2024 COMBINED PRIMARY CHOIRS REHEARSAL SCHEDULE Armidale and surrounding schools – outreach schools will have rehearsals scheduled at their own school. However, outreach schools are welcome to attend the Armidale workshops if possible.

This exciting event is beginning to take shape, 16 schools (with approx. 500 choristers) in the combined Primary choirs and 14 schools (with approx. 450 choristers) in the Secondary choir.

Ian Jefferson will attend the workshops throughout the year and conduct the Primary choirs at the final weekend of rehearsals and concerts.

St. PATRICK’S WALCHA REHEARSAL with Ian Jefferson

Date: Wednesday 31st July

Time: 9.00-10.15am

FINAL REHEARSAL (all schools, including outreach schools to attend):

Date: Saturday 26th October (directed by Ian Jefferson)

Time: Primary Choir 9:00am – 10.45 am (arrive by 8:30am)

Venue: Lazenby Hall, UNE

CONCERTS: Date: Sunday 27th October (directed by (with Ian Jefferson)

Time: Primary Choir 11:00am – 1:00pm (arrive by 9:30am)

Venue: Lazenby Hall, UNE

St Patrick’s School is an outreach school for the rehearsals but we will attempt to attend two of the rehearsals in Armidale.

Parents will have to commit to the Saturday 26th October - Final Rehearsal and Sunday 27th October Concert. If they wish their child to participate in New England Sings.

A short video on what New England Sings! is all about is included below:

Contacting Your Child's Teacher

Teachers welcome contact from parents, if you need to talk with staff please either contact the class teacher by phoning the school – 67772328 or email the school at spwadmin@arm.catholic.edu.au.

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