Welcome to Term 2!

Dear Families,

Welcome back! I hope you all had a restful and rejuvenating Easter break. Whether you spent the holidays traveling or enjoying a "staycation," I trust it was a wonderful opportunity to unwind, recharge, and enjoy quality time with your loved ones. There is nothing quite like a change of pace to refresh the spirit, and it has been lovely hearing the students share stories of their holiday adventures this week.

It is wonderful to see our classrooms and playgrounds buzzing with energy again. We have been blessed with some truly beautiful weather to kick off the term, making getting back into school routines and break times even more enjoyable.

Term 2 is always a vibrant time in our school calendar, and this year is no exception. We have a packed schedule of events, excursions, and learning opportunities ahead. By now, you should have received your Overviews of Learning via nForma. These documents outline the key concepts your children will be diving into over the coming weeks, we encourage you to take a look so you can chat with your kids about what they’re discovering in class.

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)

A huge thank you to all the parents and carers who provided feedback on our PBL values. Your insights are invaluable as we shape a school culture that is supportive, clear and inclusive. We are currently synthesising your input and are excited to share our progress and the next steps of our PBL journey with the community very soon.

Important Schedule Change: Mother’s Day

Please take note of a slight change to our upcoming calendar. Our Mother’s Day activities have been moved. Our PFA is hosting a morning tea after the Liturgy in the community center.

New Date: Wednesday, May 6th

We look forward to celebrating the incredible mother figures in our community on this new date.

ANZAC DAY 

Each year on ANZAC Day, we pause to remember and honour the courage, sacrifice, and spirit of Australian and New Zealand servicemen and women who have served in times of war, conflict, and peacekeeping.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:

Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning

We will remember them

These familiar lines are drawn from “For the Fallen” (1914) by English poet Laurence Binyon, written in the early days of the First World War to honour the immense loss of life. More than a century later, these words continue to resonate. In a world facing ongoing conflicts and political uncertainty, ANZAC Day reminds us not only of past sacrifice, but also of the enduring importance of peace, understanding, and responsible leadership.

Thank you for your ongoing support. Let’s make Term 2 a fantastic one!

Alyce