Learning & Teaching 

LEARNING AND TEACHING NEWS- Vira Pirrotta 

Dance Performance Reminder 

There are only 3 weeks to go 

We are just three weeks away from our Dance Concert, and students have been working incredibly hard this term in Performing Arts, with a focus on Dance as part of the curriculum. As previously communicated, the concert will be a celebration of the skills and routines they have developed throughout the term.

There will be two performances to ensure that all families have the opportunity to attend. While students will perform at both concerts, we kindly remind families to attend only one performance to allow space for everyone.

Performance Details

Date: 7th August, 2025

Time: 5:30 and 7 pm

 Venue: St. Fidelis School, Hawthorn Street 

Arrangements for the concert night

Students are to be dropped off by 5:15 pm for a 5:30 pm start at the black gates entrance to the Senior Learning Area.

Please ensure your child brings a drink bottle and a snack with them for the evening. 

If you are attending the concerts, please enter via the hall doors at the church car park. There will be parking in the Church car park, and the school grounds will be open for extra parking. 

Costume Details 

Costume details have been emailed to families by classroom teachers. Please contact your child’s teacher for any queries about the costume. Students are to come dressed ready for the performance. 

To book tickets for the concert, please visit trybooking at the following link. https://www.trybooking.com/DDCYW  

We look forward to seeing you there to celebrate the students’ fantastic effort! 

LITERACY NEWS - Bernadette Parnis

Save the dates -

Scholastic Book Fair - Wednesday 30th July - Monday 4th August

Our school is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair next week in the School Hall, running from Wednesday 30th July - Monday 4th August.

You and your child will have the chance to browse a wide selection of affordable books featuring popular characters, exciting topics, and stories kids love to read. From new releases and bestsellers to award-winners and timeless favourites there’s something for every reader.

The Book Fair is also a great opportunity to connect with your child over their interests and spark conversations about reading. Every book sold helps support our school, with proceeds going towards new resources for our library and classrooms.

Scholastic Book Fairs inspire a love of reading. When kids choose their own books, they’re more likely to enjoy reading and read more often!

Book Week 2025 - August 16 - Aug 23

This year’s Book Week theme is Book an Adventure.

Michael Salmon Author - Illustrator online sessions - Tuesday 26th August 

Foundation to Year 2 students 9am -10am, Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 students 10am -11am

Book Week Parade: Friday, 29th August at 9:00am

Stay tuned for more information about Children’s Book Week, its history, and the shortlisted titles.

Upcoming event: SMART Spelling Information Session 

SMART Spelling Parent Information Morning Tuesday, 5 August 9:00 – 10:00am

Join us for an informative session about the SMART Spelling approach used in our classrooms. This is a great opportunity for parents to gain insights into how spelling is taught and how you can support your child’s learning at home. We hope to see you there!

Wishing you all a great term ahead,

Bernadette Parnis

bparnis@sfmoreland.catholic.edu.au 

BOOK CLUB - Orders due by Wednesday July 30