Mr Butts' Announcements
Mary's Feast Day Mass
On Friday we are celebrating the Feast of the Nativity of Mary (Mary's Birthday) at 10am in the Marian Centre. All family members are welcome to attend.
Father's Day Breakfast
Our Father's Day breakfast was once again a great success with a large number of families attending. Thank you to the members of the School Council and P&F who assisted with cooking the BBQ.
Winton Excursion
Last week our Fire Carriers and Grade 5/6 aboriginal students went to Winton Wetlands for an indigenous education excursion. They learnt lots and had a great day exploring the area. Thank you to Mrs Dyke for organising the trip.
ASHEfest
Last week our aboriginal children took part in the ASHEfest activity days at Rumblara and the Shepparton Basketball stadium. The children had a lot of fun learning about their culture and taking part in fun activities.
Last Day of Term
Please note that Friday 16th September is the last day of term and students will be dismissed at 2:20pm. Buses will also run an hour early.
School Council
The St Mary's School Council met recently and discussed a variety of topics including the following:
- New playground equipment including a monkey bar set, ninja course, new junior adventure playground, scooter track. and mini soccer goals. (see examples below)
- A review of our recent parents and carers survey (see attachment)
- A review of the recent School Review executive report.
- Child Safe risk controls and documentation.
Sandhurst Arts on Show
Congratulations to the students who performed alongside other GV Catholic schools at the Sandhurst Arts on Show last week. We certainly have some superstars in our school! Thank you to Miss Junor and Alana for preparing the children for the day.
Student Absences
The last few years have been extremely challenging with Covid effecting our families in many ways. Understandably, student absences are at an all time high with sickness keeping students at home. Lockdowns have also led to an increase in school refusal and anxiety. To ensure that all students are being supported I will be sending out a short questionnaire to families. Please be assured there is support available if needed.
Parent/Carer School Improvement Survey
Thank you to the families who contributed to our school improvement survey over the last couple of weeks. The results will be reviewed by the school advisory council and suggestions used to help us develop our new school improvement plan. Please click on the link below for a summary of the responses.
Principal's Award
5th September Taazveer Aulakh
Taazveer is a fantastic young man with a friendly and endearing personality. He was a star at last week's Sandhurst Arts on Show performance where he let his light shine for everyone to see. Well done Taazveer!
12th September Seth Bartlett
Seth has been amazing in the classroom this year. His efforts in reading have been outstanding and he has received many shining stars from the teachers! Congratulations Seth on receiving such wonderful results!
Assembly 5th September
Assembly 12th September
Lunchtime Clubs
Many of our students attend lunchtime clubs which run each day at School.
Monday - Recess - Indoor Games (1/2JM), Lunch - Gr P/1/2 Yoga (Marian Centre)
Tuesday - Recess - Lego (Library Breakout Room), Lunch - Drawing (1/2FD)
Wednesday - Recess - Sensory Activities (5/6MH), Lunch - Just Dance (Marian Centre)
Thursday - Recess - Make & Do (5/6 MH), Lunch - Board Games (Marian Centre)
Friday - Recess - Just Dance (Marian Centre), Lunch -Lego (Library Breakout Room)
Mr Butts' Jokes!
Q: Why was Luke Skywalker late for work?
A: He had to take an R2 Detour!
Q: What has 5 toes and isn't your foot?
A: My foot!
Have a wonderful holiday everyone. Looking forward to seeing you all back at the start of Term 4!
Anthony Butts
Principal
Be Good to people and the World will be good to you.