Religious Education & Pastoral Care 

Dear God,

We thank you for the blessings of this school term, 

for the learning, the friendships, and the growth we have experienced.

As we prepare for our holiday break, we humbly ask for your loving protection over each member of our school community. Keep us safe in our travels and in our homes.

 

Grant us moments of true rest and rejuvenation, so that our bodies and minds may be refreshed. Help us to cherish time with our families and friends, filling our days with laughter, peace, and happy memories.

May we return to school renewed in spirit, ready to continue our journey of learning and discovery, always guided by your grace.

Amen

Visit from Bishop Murphy

We were incredibly blessed to have Bishop Murphy visit our school last Friday. His presence brought a wonderful sense of celebration, particularly for our Confirmation candidates, with whom he spent valuable time speaking and sharing his wisdom. Following this, the Bishop generously met with our staff for morning tea and then took the time to walk through our classrooms, engaging warmly with many of our students. It was truly a special and memorable day for our whole school community to have spent time with him.

Sacrament of Confirmation

What a truly special evening we shared on Saturday as we celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation! Our heartfelt congratulations go out to all of the candidates who received this important sacrament. It was a beautiful and meaningful celebration, and we are incredibly proud of each and every one of them. We extend our sincere gratitude to Bishop Murphy and all of the staff who dedicated so much time and effort to prepare our students so wonderfully. A special thank you also to Bishop Murphy, Officiating Priests; Father Sabu, Sister Kathryn, Anne Bowden, and the entire school and parish community whose support and presence made the evening so memorable and special for everyone involved.

Families will receive an email this week with photographs attached.

Parish Mass Times

Please join our Parish to celebrate the Eucharist. Our Parish offers three Mass times every weekend. 

Saturday - 5:30pm

Sunday - 9:00am and 5:00pm  

Living Well, Learning Well

Navigating the Digital World Safely: A Partnership between Home & School

In our increasingly digital world, we know that online platforms play a significant role in the lives of our children. Recently, we welcomed the Youth Liaison Officers to our school, who spoke to our students about online safety. Following their visit, a survey of students in Years 3-6 revealed some important insights into their online habits.

The survey indicated that a significant majority of our students in these year levels are regularly engaging with online games, accessing social media platforms, and communicating with individuals they may not necessarily know personally. While these platforms can offer opportunities for learning and connection, these findings highlight the critical importance of reinforcing safe online practices.

As a school, we are committed to educating our students about responsible digital citizenship. However, the most effective approach to online safety is a strong partnership between home and school.

We urge all parents and carers to:

• Prioritise Online Safety Conversations: Regularly talk to your child about their online activities. Discuss the importance of not sharing personal information, being kind online, and what to do if they encounter something that makes them feel uncomfortable or unsafe.

• Monitor Online Usage: Be aware of the online platforms your child is accessing and the amount of time they are spending online. Consider using parental controls and reviewing their online interactions.

• Know Who They're Connecting With: Encourage your child to only communicate with people they know and trust in real life. Emphasise the dangers of interacting with strangers online.

• Set Clear Boundaries: Establish clear rules and expectations for online behaviour, including time limits and appropriate content.

We understand that keeping up with the rapidly evolving digital landscape can be challenging. We will continue to provide resources and guidance to our students, and we encourage you to utilise the many excellent online safety resources available for parents. Working together, we can help our children navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.

Yours in Faith,

Trish Mitchell

AP/REC