Dear Holy Family Parents and Carers,

Celebrating World Teachers' Day

Today we celebrate World Teachers' Day, we take a moment to honour the dedication and passion of our wonderful educators. Teachers play a pivotal role in inspiring curiosity and fostering a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. The commitment of our educators goes beyond the classroom; they are mentors, supporters, and advocates for each student’s potential. My deepest gratitude to our wonderful parents for their generosity in providing a delicious lunch and beverages for our teachers and bags of sweets for the children. Your kindness and generosity are greatly appreciated.

North Shore Pastoral Discernment

Last Sunday, our Holy Family and Killara parish communities came together for the North Shore Pastoral Discernment, and it was a huge success. Parishioners, parents, staff, and students engaged thoughtfully in the process, sharing valuable perspectives on the future of our parish and the parishes in the North Shore Deanery.

The pastoral discernment process was ably led by Patti Beattie, the Head of Pastoral Discernment & Accompaniment from the Catholic Diocese of Broken Bay. Participants were asked to respond to five guiding questions, which encouraged deep reflection on how we can better serve and grow as a faith community. The discussions were rich and insightful, fostering a spirit of collaboration and unity.

I’d like to thank everyone who took part in this meaningful dialogue, in particular our wonderful senior students and I look forward to the continued discernment as we move forward together. If you were unable to attend, we encourage you to submit your individual feedback using the link below:

https://forms.office.com/r/NCZvMNvw6U

Kindergarten 2025 - Parent Evening and Welcome Parish Mass

This week we had the pleasure of welcoming many new and current parents to Holy Family at the Kindergarten Orientation meeting. Our parish school community was well represented with Father Colin, Olwyn Connolly, Anne Gray, our Kindy teachers and the school leadership team providing essential information, establishing important connections, and setting the foundation for a positive and collaborative relationship between parents, teachers, and the school community.

The parish has kindly extended their welcome to all families, (especially new families) to the Welcome Mass on Sunday, 24 November. We are looking forward to welcoming our newest and youngest members to Holy Family. Please continue to keep these children and their family in your prayers as they commence this very important educational journey with their little ones.

SPARK - Supporting Potential Among Remarkable Kids "Sensational Science"

Today, five of our amazing students are participating in a SPARK Day at St Bernard's Berowra Heights. The focus will be on microbiology, featuring a special session led by Professor Hofer from Sydney University. The day includes hands-on activities exploring the fascinating world of microbes. We look forward to hearing all about their special day.

Kindergarten - Pause for Prayer

A kind reminder that all Kindergarten Parents and Guardians are invited to join us for a special morning of prayer with Father Colin.

Date: Thursday, October 31

Time: 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM

Location: Top Courtyard with Mrs Gray

All Saints Day - Dress as your favourite Saint

All students are invited to come to school dressed as their favourite saint on All Saints' Day. The school will gather for Mass and we warmly invite all parents to attend.

Details below:

Date: Friday, November 1 (Week 3)

Time: 10:00am Mass

Location: Lindfield Catholic Church

Pauline Dinale

Principal

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	Term 4
Tuesday 29 November	Stage 2 Excursion to Botany Bay
Wednesday 6 November	Kindy Transition 2025 No. 1 P&F Forum & AGM 7.00pm
Thursday 7 November	Stage 3 Surf Education Coffee Connect at 8.30 am Moore Cafe West Lindfield
Saturday 9 November	6.00pm First Holy Communion at Lindfield
Sunday 10 November	10:15am First Holy Communion at Lindfield
Monday 11 November	Remembrance Day Liturgy at 11:00am
Tuesday 12 November	Colour Fun Run
Wednesday 13 November Thursday 15 November	2025 Kindy Transition No. 2 RE Competition Showcase at Hornsby RSL SPAR in Prayer Room for parents 8.45 - 9.15 a
Sunday 17 November	Presentation of First Holy Communion at Mass
Wednesday 20 November	Kindy Transition 2025 Whole Group Senior students cake stall for Vinnie's Hampers
Sunday 24 November	Welcome to Kindy 2025 Mass & Morning Tea 10.15am
Tuesday 26 November	Year 5 Walk with Jesus Retreat
Friday 29 November	Christmas Around the World Parish/School Christmas Concert
Sunday 1 December	Advent begins Vinnies Brekky Van at Central (parents/parish team)
Wednesday 4 December	Stage 3 Netball Gala Day
5Thursday 4 December	Year 5 students Leadership speeches for 2025 positions
Friday 6 December	Year 6 Graduation Mass & High Tea 1.30pm Stage 2 Netball Gala Day
Monday 9 December	Meet the Teacher for 2025 classes
Tuesday 10 December	Stage 3 Excursion to the zoo
Friday 13 December	Stage 3 Christmas Cheer visit to the nursing home
Tuesday 17 December	Holy Family Talent Quest
Wednesday 18 December	Advent Mass 10am Disco & pizza whole school Term 4 concludes for students
Thursday 19 December	Staff Development Day

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Coles Development

Due to the inclement weather the dismantling of the crane will now take place on Saturday 26th October.

Last week the site has made some progress, see below items that were achieved:

Complete Works to the Western Elevation
Stripped the Scaffold on the South Elevation.
Continue the stud and track for 4 B
Continue with the Sandstone install of Southern & Eastern Elevation
Continue with Level 3 Sheeting
Continue with the Level 3 Unit Works
Stripped the scaffold on the Western Elevation
Commence the Ceilings in Level 3
Continue with the Internal Stud and Track for Level 4
Continue the rendering to the façade on all elevations
Continue with the Level 1 Waterproofing
Continue the Level 2 Unit Works
Progressing with the Level 3 Ceiling Works
Continue the waterproofing to the planter boxes and roofs
Hebel install for Level 4 Tower B

Over the coming week we anticipate the progress of the below:

Balfour Lane crane lift from 10:00AM on Wednesday 23/10/24.
Commence the installing sliding doors to Level 1
Commence the scaffolding removal throughout the podium
Commence the waterproofing to the Level 2 Planter Boxes and Level 2 Wet Areas.
Continue of windows install on level 2 & Level 3
Commence Joinery to level 1 Kitchens
Hebel continuing level 4B
Roughin in 4A
Continue the painting to the façade on all elevations
Commence the balustrade install throughout the Podium and Level 4 areas
Commencing waterproof angles on 2B
Stripping scaffold in podium area
Commencing Crane dismantle end of week
Commencing coating planter boxes in podium area

P & F Happenings