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NAIDOC WEEK
Mark your calendars! NAIDOC Week is almost here and we are ready to Get up, Stand up & Show up on Kamilaroi land. Don't forget to check out what our local communities are getting amongst in the school holidays to help come together as one for NAIDOC Week 2022.
St Edward's NAIDOC Week: Information coming soon!
NAIDOC Competitions
Every child has brought home an entry form for this year's NAIDOC Week School Initiative competition. There are some amazing prizes up for grabs. Kindergarten - Year 2 can enter a colouring competition. Year 3 - 6 can enter a "Respecting Culture" Poem Writing competition.All entries must be returned to Miss Boyd by Monday 20th June (Week 9).
Semester One Student Reports
Semester One Student Reports were uploaded to the Parent Compass Portal today (Thursday 23rd June) at 2.45pm and parents should have received a notification that reports were available to view.
We hope you take the time to celebrate the achievements your child has made throughout the first half of the 2022 Academic Year. Please feel free to make contact via the Infants or Primary Campus if you require further assistance to access your child’s academic report.
Free Hat Friday's
Last Friday (17th June) we kicked off our first - Free Hat Friday! Our second and final Free Hat Friday will be tomorrow 24th June. Our St Ed’s Mini Vinnies students are raising money for the St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal.
This means students can wear a hat of their choice (leaving their school hat at home) and are also asked to bring a gold coin donation to support this worthy course.
St. Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal - PJ Day
Thank you for your support with our "Hat Free Fridays", raising money for the St. Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal. Thousands of families in our country need your help to stay warm and fed this winter. Every little bit helps!
Our annual PJ Day will be held next Wednesday 29th June and all students are encouraged to wear their PJ's, Oodie, Onesie and/or dressing gown to school. Please ensure you send in a gold coin and students wear sensible closed in shoes for outside play.
Grandparents' Day - Tuesday 26th July
One of the happiest and biggest days on our school calendar is Grandparents' Day and this will be celebrated on Tuesday 26th July (Week 2 Term 3). We would love to invite all of our Nans, Pops, Grans and Grandpas to come along and join us on this special day where we have the opportunity to celebrate and give thanks to God for these special people in our lives. Our whole school celebration (K-6) will be held at the PRIMARY Campus and will begin with a liturgy at 10.15am in the Primary Hall, followed by morning tea in the grounds. We hope you are able to join us!
KINDER NEWS - Celebrate 100 Days of Kindergarten on Wednesday 27th July
We invite all Kindergarten children to dress up as a 100 year old for the day and participate in all activities around the number 100. This day will be a day of fun to commend Kindergarten children on 100 days of learning and celebrate all their achievements thus far. There are currently costumes available at Kmart if you are looking for ideas or feel free to DIY. We cannot wait to see all the little old people!
Kinder 2023 Enrolments
Word about our St Edward's learning program and increasing academic results has reverberated across our community. Demand for places in Kindergarten for the 2023 academic years has skyrocketed with over 70% of places filled. If you know of any family living within our Parish boundary looking for a place at St Edward's for next year, please advise them to phone the Infants Campus on 6765 8569 and obtain an enrolment package.
Lost & Found
Missing at the Primary Campus is a new school jacket, clearly labelled and belonging to Hunter Byrnes in 4W. Parents are asked to check your children's belongings and if this jacket is found, please return it to Mrs Whitton or the Primary Office, thank you.
The following items have been found at the Infants Campus. Please see the Office staff to claim.
Canteen News
Please note that due to very limited supplies, lettuce will be unavailable in chicken burger and salad item orders.
Pupil Free Days
Please note the following dates in your diary. These dates are when St Edward's staff will be undertaking professional development:
- Friday 1st July (last day of Term 2)
- Friday 23rd September (last day of Term 3)
School Student Transport Scheme (SSTS)
For further information, or to apply for a bus travel pass or to update your contact details, please visit https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts
Nationally Consistent Collection of Data
Each year schools in Australia participate in the National Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) to collect data on Students with Disabilities. This process involves schools providing information about:
- Year of schooling
- Category of disability
- Level of adjustment provided to the student.
This data provides the state and federal governments with information to plan support for students with disabilities.
The fact sheet below provides more detailed information about the process. If you have any questions about the NCCD, please contact Amanda Sheridan.
Absentee Notes
Please remember that all absences must be explained within 7 days of your child being away. You will receive an automated SMS message at 10.00am on the day to remind you to explain the absence on the Parent Compass Portal.
P & F Meeting - Tuesday 28th June @ 5.30pm
Parents and Carers are invited to attend our St Ed's P & F Meeting next Tuesday 28th June at 5.30pm in the Primary Staffroom. Everyone is welcome to come along in a relaxed environment and share your thoughts and ideas.
Discover What’s On...from the St Edward's P&F
It’s going to be a busy year of community building and fundraising events. As well as old favourites like the Pie Drive and Golf Day, a Trivia Night, Mango Drive, Colour Run and a Long Lunch have all been added to the list of things to look forward to (see Events Calendar below).
Details will be available as planning progresses. Please be sure to check out upcoming editions of the school newsletter for more information.
St Ed’s P & F - 80’s Trivia Night - tickets on sale now!!
Friday July 22
Get amped for the totally bodacious St Edwards 80s Trivia Night.
Signed sports memorabilia (from the Boomers, Raiders and Sharks), concert tickets for Hurricane Four and more up for auction. Door, fancy dress and team prizes up for grabs.
Tickets for Teams of 8, 6 or 4 people are still available and it's easy to purchase at https://www.stickytickets.com.au/sb4wb
BYO drinks and nibbles.
Working with Children Check (WWCC)
All parents who volunteer at St Edward's School need to supply their WWCC and date of birth to enable us to verify the checks for our WWCC records. If you are not sure if we have your details, please email Sue Kellett on skellett@arm.catholic.edu.au who will happily check for you.
Join the St Edward's Playgroup!
Our St Ed's Playgroup is held each Tuesday of term from 10am-12 noon in the Infants Hall. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents with toddlers who are preparing to enter Kindergarten. We will be gathering together for social events, and we'll also have learning opportunities so you can get ready for big school! The playgroup is a great way to make friends, and it's also a valuable resource for getting information about our school. Information sessions plus coffee and cake will be the order of the day, as well as fun activities for the active toddler. Interested? Please contact our newly appointed Playgroup Co-ordinator (and early childhood expert), Mrs Candice Lamb, on 0402 700 039 or candicelamb24@gmail.com
Please also join our St Ed's Playgroup Facebook page where important news and information is shared about our Playgroup. Click here for the Facebook link
Second Hand Clothing Pool
Our second hand clothing pool is open from 8.30am to 3.30pm each school weekday at both the Primary and Infants Campus. Most second hand items are $5.00 each. Please see the office staff for further details.
Please note that both the Primary and Infants clothing pool are in short supply of good quality sports shorts, sports polos and girls winter tunics. If your child/ren have outgrown any of their uniforms, we would welcome any donations from parents, thank you.
Important Dates
Friday 1st July 2022
Pupil Free Day / Staff Development Day & last day of Term 2
Monday 18th July 2022
Term 3 commences for staff and students
Friday 23rd September 2022
Pupil Free Day / Staff Development Day
P&F meetings for this year are scheduled for:
- Tuesday 28 June @ 5.30pm (everyone welcome)
- Tuesday 9 August @ 5:30pm (everyone welcome)
- Tuesday 20 September @ 5:30pm (everyone welcome)
- Tuesday 1 November @ 5:30pm (everyone welcome)
- Tuesday 13 December @ 5:30pm (everyone welcome)
Our School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting will be held on:
- Monday 5 September @ 5:30pm
- Monday 28 November @ 5:30pm
Esteem Kids
Before school care is available in the Infants Hall. It operates from 7:00am to 8:30am, Monday through Friday during term and breakfast is provided. After school care is also available in the Infants Hall from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday and afternoon tea is provided.
Families are encouraged to make enquiries or express interest by contacting William Wong on 0410 841 628 or email: info@esteemkidsgroup.com.au or visit the website at www.esteemkidsgroup.com.au
Please remember to contact (telephone or text) Esteem Kids St Edward's directly if your child is going to be absent on 0481 373 883. Thank you.
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