From the Principal
Mrs Belinda Burton
Week 2 Term 2
Welcome back to Term 2!
Welcome back to the start of Term 2. I hope all of our students, staff, and families had a safe and happy Easter, and enjoyed a wonderful and restful break. It has been fantastic to see the students return to school looking refreshed and ready to learn in their Winter Uniform.
As we look at the calendar, the term promises to be a very busy and exciting one.
We have a number of events and activities that the school will be involved with over the coming weeks. Next week is School Photos on Monday, followed by the annual Art Show on Tuesday 5th May in the School Hall at 5:30pm, the winners announced at 5:45pm and the auction at 6pm.
Term 2 Staffing Update
Assistant Principal - We welcome Mrs Jessica Scully back to St Mary's. She will be the Acting AP while Mrs Reinke is at At Mary's of the Angels Guyra for the remainder of 2026.
Release From to Face - PE Teacher - Welcome to Mrs Emily Henderson to the RFF team on a Wednesday & Thursday.
EAL/D 2026 - Welcome Mrs Leesa Bible who will be working Monday & Tuesday with the 2026 EAL/D Students.
Term 2 Winter Uniform / School Photos
Our uniform is a symbol of pride and belonging. By taking care of their appearance, students demonstrate respect for themselves and our school community. Please ensure the students wear the correct Winter Uniform for Term 2 & Term 3.
Uniform reminders, ties are a required part of the winter uniform, and students must wear completely black school shoes.
Jewellery, Nail Polish, accessorises & hair need to meet the school policy. No makeup or nail polish is to be worn at school. Minimal jewellery is to be worn to school: Signet ring, watch, studs or small sleepers are acceptable. Hair ribbons are to be school colours. Hair is to be neat and tidy. If hair is past collar length then it all needs to be tied back. (Boys & Girls)
If your child is unable to wear the correct uniform for any reason, please provide a brief note to their classroom teacher or email the School Office.
CLOTHING POOL - Our school clothing pool has donated Uniforms from our families for sale. Please phone the School Office to book an appointment for the Clothing Pool.
New Uniforms can be purchased from InterSport Rusden Street.
PICK UP - Rusden Street
Please ensure that you display your Family Name Signs as we have new staff doing microphone out the front in Rusden Street and they need to see your sign to be able to call students. If you need a replacement sign, please contact the school office.
CROSSING in Rusden Street, please ensure that parents & children use the CROSSING in Rusden street of an afternoon and mornings when crossing the road.
Staff Development Day- Monday 25th May
Please be advised that Monday, 25th May will be a pupil-free day at St Mary's. All of our staff will be at the Armidale Cluster Schools Staff Development Day. The school will be closed, no Staff will be at the school on Monday 25th May. Thank you for your ongoing support.
Cross Country
Congratulations to the students who have been selected to represent St Mary's at the Diocesan Cross Country Trials in Barraba on Friday, May 22nd. Parents are asked to please ensure all permissions are submitted through the Compass portal.
Mr Lester & Mr Power will be attending with the students.
Annual School Art Show Term 2 🎨
- When: Tuesday, 5th May (Week 3, Term 2)
- Time: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
- Where: School Hall (Please use the Jessie Street entrance)
Entry: Gold coin donation (Proceeds help cover entry fees for the Operation Art competition)
The Evening Program
- 5:30 pm: Doors Open
- 5:45 pm: Announcement of Winners
- 6:00 pm: P&F Art Auction begins
Catering: The P&F will be providing refreshments including cheese, biscuits, wine, and juice.
Two winning pieces (one Infants and one Primary) will be selected to represent our school in the prestigious 'Operation Art' competition in Sydney. Additionally, highly commended works will be entered into the 'Let’s Hang It' competition run by UNE & NERAM.
Important Dates: Term 2
School Photos Monday 4th May
Art Show Tuesday 5th May
2027 Kindergarten Open Morning Tuesday 12 May
Diocesan Cross Country Friday 22nd May
Pentecost Sunday and Confirmation Sunday 24th May
Staff Professional Development Day/Pupil Free Day Monday 25th May
Catholic Schools Week Monday 25th May - Friday 29th May
King's Birthday Public Holiday Monday 8th June
School Athletics Carnival Tuesday 16th June
Last Day Term 2 Thursday 2nd July
Good Luck - Polding Winter Trials
Polding Winter Trials
Tomorrow is an exciting day for Miniong, Molly and Olivia who are competing at Polding Winter trials in Bathurst.
We wish our students the very best of luck as they compete against players from Catholic Primary Schools across the northern half of New South Wales.
ANZAC Day 25th April
I would like to thank all the students, parents and staff who represented St Mary's at the ANZAC Day March and Service on Saturday. Your contribution to this important commemoration was greatly appreciated, and we were proud to see our school community so well-represented. Thank you for showing such respect and school spirit.
OPEN MORNING for 2027 Kindergarten Students - 12th May 9:30am-11am
St Mary's will host our 2027 Open Morning on 12th May, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am.
The Open Morning provides prospective parents with the opportunity to discover what our school offers. Meet our staff, take a tour of the school, and enjoy morning tea. Children preparing to start Kindergarten in 2027 are welcome to attend and participate in some school activities.
Important information for Current Families: If you have a child due to start Kindergarten in 2027, please submit your application as soon as possible. We are now using a new online enrolment form.
LET'S GET READY FOR KINDERGARTEN 2027
Online Enrolments are now open for Kindergarten 2027.
through Compass and the school website
Attendance: Every Day Counts
Consistent attendance is the cornerstone of academic success. We ask that all students aim for 100% attendance unless prevented by illness. If your child is absent, please ensure the school is notified via the office or our portal by 10:00 am.