Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

This Sunday, 29th March, we celebrate Palm Sunday, an important occasion in our Church calendar as we begin Holy Week.

Palm Sunday remembers Jesus’ joyful entry into Jerusalem, where people welcomed Him by waving palm branches. It is a time for us to reflect on themes of peace, hope, and following Jesus in our daily lives.

We warmly invite all families to join our parish community for Mass this Sunday. Your presence is a wonderful way to support your child’s faith journey and to come together in prayer as a community. We look forward to seeing many of our families there.

Sunday Masses

Saturday Evening Vigil

5.00 pm - Our Lady Help of Christians

6.00 pm - St Fidelis

Sunday

9:00 am and 5:00 pm - St Joseph

9:00 am - Our Lady Help of Christians

10:30 am - St Ambrose

11:00 am - St Fidelis

Thank you, Peace Pole Ceremony

A sincere thanks to our school community,  our staff, families, and especially our students, for making last week’s Peace Pole ceremony such a meaningful and memorable occasion. A special thank you to the Rotary Club for their support and presence, which made the event truly special for our school. I was very proud of the way the students participated with reverence, joy, and respect, reflecting the strong spirit of our community.  As we continue our journey together in faith, we are reminded of the words Jesus shared with us  Peace be with you.

Year 3  Reconciliation Celebration

Congratulations to our students who received the Sacrament of Reconciliation last week. This is a special step in their faith journey, and we are very proud of the reverence and understanding they showed. A  sincere thank you to our teachers for their thoughtful preparation of the students, ensuring they were ready for this important sacrament. A special thank you to Fr Brendan and Fr Tien for leading such a meaningful and prayerful celebration.

Principals Conference - March 24th -March 27th

I would like to let you know that I will be attending the Principal Conference in Lorne this week. This conference brings together Catholic Primary School Principals from across Victoria for professional learning, reflection, and collaboration. It focuses on strengthening leadership, deepening our faith, and enhancing our ability to support student learning and wellbeing within our school communities. It is a valuable opportunity to gather new ideas, share best practices, and continue to grow in my role as a leader of our school. Thank you for your ongoing support.

Easter Egg and gift donations

Thank you to our wonderful school community for your generous donations of Easter eggs and items for our Easter Raffle. Your support has been overwhelming, and thanks to you, we have plenty of fantastic prizes for our students to enjoy. We look forward to drawing the raffle on Friday, 27th March at assembly. This is always an exciting occasion! Thank you again for your kindness and support.

Centenary Planning – Thank You & Looking Ahead!

A big thank you to everyone who joined our first Centenary Planning Meeting. It was wonderful to come together and begin planning for the celebration of 100 years of our school community.

We spent time reflecting on the rich history of our school, founded in 1927, and shared ideas about how we can honour the past, celebrate the present, and create lasting memories for our students and families.

There was great excitement and many fantastic ideas, including:

• A community fete
• A gala celebration event
• Student performances such as “Dancing Through the Decades”
• A special Mass and school celebration day
• Creating a Year Book and storytelling projects to capture memories
• A 100-year logo design competition
• Opportunities for past students, families, and staff to share their stories
• Inquire with the children about the school's past history 

We also discussed forming small working groups to help bring these ideas to life, focusing on areas such as events, history, communication, and community engagement.

This is just the beginning, and we would love more parents, past families, and community members to be involved. Your ideas, skills, and support will help make this celebration truly special.  We look forward to sharing more updates and welcoming new participants at our next meeting! Monday, July 20th 7:00 pm.

Thank you for being part of this exciting journey.

Creative Arts Awards – Thank You

Thank you to all the children and families who attended the Creative Arts Awards. While only a few students could represent our 2025 Foundation cohort, all contributed to the wonderful artwork celebrated on the day.

Your support made the occasion even more special. Well done to our students for proudly showcasing their creativity, and a special thanks to Joe for his support in making the day a success.

Morning Drop Off 

A gentle reminder that classes begin promptly at 8:50 am. To support a smooth start to the day and help develop the children’s independence, we ask that parents please say goodbye at the door and avoid lingering in the classroom in the mornings. Thank you for your support.

School Fees 2026 1st  Instalment Overdue 

Thank you to all the families who have made payments and settled School Fees. We would appreciate payment as soon as possible, as Instalment One is overdue. The school has already paid for all of your children's stationery upfront, and prompt payment of the first instalment would be most appreciated. 

The office is open from 8:30 to 4:00 pm each day if you would like to pay in person. 

If you prefer to pay by direct debit, please use the bank details below. If any families need to discuss alternative arrangements for fee payment, please contact me directly. 

Included are the Bank details for your ease of payment:

Please note: Once you have made a payment, please email:

Teresa Cicero, with the amount you have deposited.

teresac@sfmoreland.catholic.edu.au   

Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF)

The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) is a government program that helps eligible families with the cost of school activities such as camps, excursions and sporting events.

If you hold a valid concession card (such as a Health Care Card or Pension Card), your child may be eligible for this support. The funding is paid directly to the school and helps reduce the cost of your child participating in these important learning experiences.

If you think your family may be eligible and have not yet applied, we encourage you to contact the school office. Our staff are happy to assist you with the application process and answer any questions. All enquiries are handled confidentially.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out. This support is there to help families ensure all children can take part in school activities

PS: If you  are eligible for CSEF please DO NOT MAKE A PAYMENT UNTIL YOU HAVE SPOKEN TO TERESA IN THE OFFICE, - Concessional School Fee

Families who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for a fee concession:

•  Any family of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage
•  Any family holding an HCC and eligible for CSEF
•  Any family holding a DVA Gold Card
•  Any family identified as refugees and holding an ImmiCard

Please collect a concession fee application form to be considered for the concession fee. PS: If you are eligible for CSEF, please DO NOT MAKE A PAYMENT UNTIL YOU HAVE SPOKEN TO TERESA IN THE OFFICE.

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Have a lovely week 

Manuela

Have a lovely week 

Manuela