Dear Families,

LAST DAY OF TERM 3

Friday, 18th September

1.55pm FINISH.

Buses will run at this time.

Children onsite must be picked up

by 2.15pm please.

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TERM 4

Week 1 Term 4 5th Oct - 9th Oct - Update: Details of Term 4 return are to be confirmed by DOSCEL.

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What a challenging, difficult and emotional time it has been this past term. We were all put in a position we so desperately did not want to be in....back to remote learning, back to not seeing our loved ones and back to missing out on important events in our lives.

The staff at St Laurence's wish to thank all our families for hanging in there and getting the job done again, under such overwhelming circumstances. We wish to thank our dedicated staff for their continued enthusiasm and dedication.

Wishing you all a very happy, safe holiday break.

We can't wait to see you all back at St Laurence's next term.

If you child is unwell or is exhibiting any of the symptoms ie: runny nose, sore throat, temperature, please keep them at home.

Update on activities and cancellation of activities in Term 4:

Cancelled:

The junior swimming program has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled this year.

All school camps will not go ahead this year.

Events waiting for DOSCEL approval:

Sacrament of Confirmation Mass/Masses

Sacrament of Eucharist Mass/Masses

Prep Transition Oct 29th, Nov 12th, Nov 26th

School Photos Nov 13th

The Bike ride to Meeniyan for the grade 5's on Friday 11th December

Bike Hike Inverloch - grade 6's on 14th & 15th December

SCHOOL FEES

School Fees Rebates- Due to COVID19, some of the students normal activities covered by the CSE will not go ahead this year. Under instruction from DOSCEL, there will be a rebate on the Student CSE levy in term 4 when we know what portion is to be rebated back to families.

For families not on a payment plan, unpaid school fee payments would be appreciated as soon as possible.

School fees are not meant to be a burden on your family budget and understand during COVID19, some families have been affected and are really struggling. If your family is experiencing difficulties in meeting your school fee commitment, we wish to hear from you. Please contact Liz O'Loughlin on principal@stlleongatha.catholic.edu.au as soon as possible as there are concessions available to those who need it.

PREP TRANSITION

Thursday 29th October - 9.00 - 11.00am . We plan on running a parent meeting during this orientation session however, we are waiting on DOSCEL approval for visitors to be onsite.

Thursday 12th November - 9.00am - 11.00am. We are hoping that the uniform shop will be open, again, waiting on instruction from DOSCEL.

Thursday 26th November - 9.00 - 11.00am

PRAYER

May we, who are experiencing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia and are coming to terms with a new reality, remember the words of scripture “Be still and know that I am God”.

May we, who as adults struggling to process what is happening in our world, remember children who are fearful of a reality they cannot comprehend.

May we, who complain about the scarcity of commodities, remember those who are working to maintain the supply chain.

May we, who observe the long queues of those seeking support, remember those for whom there is no government assistance or financial aid.

May we, who rely on essential services, especially those in the medical profession, remember all those working on the front line.

May we, who work to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity, remember those living and working in vulnerable communities.

May we, who are working from home, remember those who have no employment or home from which to work.

May we, who have access to medical facilities and services, remember those who do not have basic health care.

May we, who are beginning to experience border closures, remember refugees who cannot return home.

May we give thanks for those who are working to help or bring some kindness, joy or humour to others, showing us the light of Christ lives.

During this time of isolation as we close our doors, may we continue to keep our hearts open to our family, friends, local and global communities.

We ask this in the name of Jesus.

Amen

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