Principal's News
Journeying Together in Christ
There is not a day go by where our little foundation children do not say hello to me. They are at the beginning of the building so I gravitate that way. I thank them for making my day special.
Our Opening Mass was last Friday. Fr Jackson celebrated a beautiful mass. Our Year Six leaders were recognised and we prayed for a great year ahead.
Last Sunday (2nd Sunday of Lent) Fr Joe shared how special his 'chalice' (cup) is that he uses for mass. It was given to his Great Uncle Patrick Dullard and it is 98 years old. Sharing this with the congregation assisted us with understanding 'The Transfiguration' Matthew 17:1-9. It made me think and reflect on the time I ministered communion at the Pope's Mass at Randwick racecourse 2007.
Fr Joe and Fr Jackson have been using symbols, photos and special items with staff and students when explaining what message is in a reading, a word or a part of the mass. Relating the life of Jesus to everyday experiences is very powerful.
PLEASE, SORRY, THANK YOU
Being a leader is about modelling certain values and qualities. Every person is a leader. I spoke briefly with Year 5/6 yesterday at their unit assembly about being a a leader without a label. Having a badge or being named captain of a sporting team is an honour but actions are still required. Some of the best leaders are those who work behind the scenes. It is every persons responsibility to lead at some stage. If children want to know where to start, manners are a good starting point. Modelling these may support a trusting environment. Many children I come across each day say hello- a great starting point!
School Advisory Open Formation Session
Paul Bissinella from Catholic Education Sandhurst will lead a formation session on Tuesday 14th March at 7:00pm in our Auditorium or Staffroom. An email was sent out last week with some information. Our two groups: Community Group and Advisory Council are very positive and supportive bodies. They have different roles. Every parent can offer something to our school.
Please RSVP by Monday 13th June
EASTER RAFFLE
This raffle has been a tradition at St Luke's and the children love it. On Tuesday a raffle book will be sent home to sell tickets for this. Thank you office staff and the Community Group
Open Day
Share this date with anyone you know may be thinking of attending St. Luke's in 2024.
THURSDAY 4th May 9:30am.
RSVP link for the Open Day.
Assembly
Whole school assembly will be every fortnight on a Friday at 2:30pm. The time may change from time to time . The rest of the term:
17th March, 31st March,
These will be communicated via PAM and our Facebook page.
Birthdays & Flowers At times children/families may wish to send in something to celebrate a child's birthday. Everyone would appreciate that there are limitations to this.
What can be sent in terms of food:
-lolly bag
-lolly pop
At times students may be instructed to take these home.
Flowers- deliveries for any occasion are not permitted for students. If there is a unique situation please contact the principal.
Uniform
Hats Term 1 & 4
Sport uniform on two days. See the Facebook post or your child's class summary sheet sent home on Friday 3rd February.
Socks- your child cannot wear any socks with brands all over them.
School Shoes- Black
Please see the uniform policy below
School Pedestrian Crossings
Please continue to use these at all times. I contacted Emmaus Year Nine campus and requested that this be passed onto parents from NDC. I added that parents should not be stopping on the round-a-about and allowing children to enter/exit the car.
Upcoming Events until next Newsletter
March
10- Pupil Free Day (Today)
13- Public Holiday
15- NAPLAN begins
17- St Patrick's Day, Assembly 2:30pm
Have a lovely weekend.
David Keenan.
(Principal).