Good afternoon Holy Cross families,

I can scarcely believe that Term 1 has drawn to a close. Our Preps are well and truly connected with one another and we look forward to seeing them continue to thrive next term. Harmony Day was celebrated within each classroom last week, children reflected on what it means to belong. Please see below for some information and, as always, please check out our Learning & Teaching page to learn a little more about what happens at our school each and every day.

ROAD CLOSURE - all families please read

The road closure will have a significant impact on drop off/pick up each day. I implore each family to read the detailed letter that I shared this afternoon in relation to the changes. In the short term the road closure may cause frustrations, however I ask all families to support us as we try our best to work through it. The long term gain for our school will be well worth the wait! Please see below for a copy of the letter.

Holiday repairs/painting works

You may notice some activity around the school over the holidays. The gutters on the main admin building will be replaced and some painting work will also be done. We are glad that these works can happen in the break so that there is minimal disruption to our school day.

Year 3 Sacrament of Reconciliation

Congratulations to our Year 3 children and families who will celebrated the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Tuesday 19th March. We continue to pray for you all.

Rupertswood Harvest

Thank you to Caitlyn, our Outdoor Ed teacher and Belinda Briganti, parent helper, for your amazing work in putting together our stall for Rupertswood Harvest. We have a strong connection with Salesian College Sunbury, it is wonderful to be able to connect with their community through their harvest celebrations.

Professional Learning

Last week I attended the Victorian Association Catholic Primary School Principals (VACPSP) conference. This conference is held every two years, it was an absolute joy to spend time with my fellow principals, reflecting on the theme 'leading with strength'. A host of inspirational speakers shared their stories with us. Jelena Dokic, Craig Foster, Mitch Tambo and Saroo Brierley (to name but a few) had us in awe of their resilience, strength and courage. I am very grateful to have had this experience and I thank Kellie and Kate, along with the staff of Holy Cross for their support.

Term 2 reminders and events

During Term 2 children are expected to wear their winter uniform.

A mini working bee will be held in the school holidays - Thursday 11th April 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Please come and join us if have a couple of hours to spare!

Term 2 Week 1

Our Athletics Carnival takes place on the first Wednesday of Term 2.

A Working Bee will take place on the first Friday back - all really, really, welcome ;-)

Term 2 Week 2

Thursday 25th April - ANZAC Day - School closed

Friday 26th April - School closed

Caritas' 2024 Project Compassion

A big thank you to families and children who donated to Caritas' 2024 Project Compassion. As a school, we have raised $342.50. Our donation will count towards supporting households in need of repair in the Philippines, as well as providing skills for people to generate their own income through start-up business.

St Brigid's Parish - Easter Mass times

Please click on the link below for Easter Mass services at St Brigid's.

https://pol.org.au/gisborne/Home.aspx

A safe and blessed Easter to all in our community. We rejoice for He is Risen.

Aoife

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