SMAV Parents and Friends

Parents and Friends Newsletter

Annual Christmas Lunch – Senior Parishioners

The annual Christmas lunch for senior parishioners took place in the school hall on Friday, December 5, 2025.  Nearly 50 attendees enjoyed a three-course meal, festive singing, and a raffle following Mass. Catering was provided by Auntie Annie’s Hotel Flemington, with special thanks to James and Monica Gallagher for their support. We are grateful to RE Leader Gen Trevaskis, the Grade 5 students, and parent volunteers Geraldine Brady, Shona McIntyre, Kate McNally, and Mirjana Medugorac for making the event a success.

St. Mary’s Working Bee – All Hands Saturday 13 December

We hope to see as many families as possible support St. Mary’s Working Bee this Saturday13 December from 3pm. Thanks in advance- these afternoons really make a difference and your support is always appreciated.

Parents and Friends – 2026 Wrap Up

The purpose of the Parents and Friends group is to foster social interactions within the school community and to raise funds to support the school. See attached flyer including QR code. Planning is already underway for 2026, with all events fully reliant on volunteer effort. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference for our school community.  One of the many things that St Mary’s is renowned for is its strong community spirit and deep connections. Many parents comment that they have made lifelong friends through these school family relationships. We are excited to have Karen Schulze taking the lead in 2026 as incoming P+F President. Expressions of interest are now open for 2026 committee members - so please getinvolved!

Feel free to contact Karen Schulze or Belinda Steenkamp, sign up via attached flyer or emailpandf@smascotvale.catholic.edu.au

A big thank you to everyone who helped this year - we couldn't have done it without

you!

Wishing the students, staff and families a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy NewYear.

Parents and Friends Group