From our Principal

St Roch’s School theme 2025:

Dear Families,

Welcome to Issue 17 of our iNewsletter! We hope this newsletter continues to keep you up to date with all the news, events and learning that happens at St Roch's.

Sacrament of Confirmation

Sincere thanks to all who contributed to this beautiful evening. It was so lovely for all candidates and their sponsors from our four Parishes to celebrate this Sacrament of Confirmation at St Patrick's Cathedral on Thursday evening. A first event at the cathedral for us and apt during this Year of the Jubilee.

We are grateful to Bishop Les and Father Gallacher for confirming the candidates and their deep and reverent words. We thank Father Tom and Monsignor Hall for concelebrating this service and thank all families and extended families that were present for our current and past students. It was so lovely to see them altogether.

Thank you to Louise Bolton for leading and all her work to ensure the evening went smoothly and was such a success.  We also thank Toni Allen and Jess Mount for for all the incredible work you put in to ensure the candidates were fully ready for their Confirmation, teaching and preparing them. Thank you also to Nadine Bolton for your support and attendance and to Carmel Rozario for supporting the preparations.

St Roch's Family Bush Dance & Talent Show

First, I want to extend a massive thank you to Jess Nichols and Charlotte Moore -  these incredible people for putting on an event of this scale takes countless hours of preparation, coordination, and dedication. 

To everyone who helped organise, set up, manage the sound and lighting, supervise, and encourage the students—thank you. Your commitment to creating opportunities for our children to shine truly makes this school a special place. We simply couldn't have done this without your hard work and unwavering support. What an incredible event this was! As the curtains closed on our first Talent Quest, we were absolutely bursting with pride and excitement over the amazing show we all witnessed. Thank you to the amazing team of families at St Roch's!!

Thank you to our Fantastic MCs Toni Allen and Luke Nichols. Toni behind the scenes both you and Nadine have put in so much time and effort into ensuring this quest ran smoothly and Luke you completed the team! You kept the energy high, the transitions smooth, and the audience entertained with wit and charm. Thank you for being the wonderful, engaging hosts of our spectacular evening.

Thank you to all our incredible staff for their preparations and their presence. There are too many to mention but a special shout to Nicolle who fielded many questions and supported everyone in so many ways!!

We applaud our talented students, the true stars of the night. Particular thanks to Robyn Dhanjee, her spectacular voice and judging skills with Alex Keisler were appreciated. The courage you showed just getting up on that stage is commendable. Whether you were singing, dancing, playing an instrument, performing magic, or showing off any of your amazing skills, you gave it your all. The level of talent tonight was astounding. Every single performance was unique, entertaining, and showcased the passion you have for your art. You didn't just perform; you inspired us, you entertained us, and you reminded us all how wonderfully talented you are. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us. 

The rest of the evening could not happen without the support of our current and past families. To all who managed the stalls, the games and the entertainment outside, thank you. A truly wonderful community.

World Teacher's Day

Our staff were spoilt on Friday with a delicious lunch. The table was set so beautifully and we thank Bree Lynch, Bec Kirkwood, Tania Gray, Sam Connellan and the Team for organising this lovely event. Thank you to all families for supporting us to provide the best environment for your children.

A special thank you to all staff for their dedication and commitment to the students, families and community of St Roch's. They are truly appreciated.

Exciting Events Ahead!

2025 Catholic Men's Golf Day 

(Camberwell, Glen Iris, Malvern & Malvern East)

This day started 26 years ago between St Roch's and St Cecilia's and is now open to all parishioners from St Mary's, St Joseph's and Holy Eucharist. If you have friends in these other parishes, please invite them and make them feel welcome. It would be great to grow this event a bit more so please help me out by spreading the word. Feel free to come to the dinner even if you haven't played golf. If you would like to donate gifts/vouchers for prizes on the night, please give me a call or email me.

Date: Sunday, 16th November 2025(please book asap)

Golf: Malvern Valley Golf Course.4-man Ambrose competition. New option to play 9 or 18 holes - cost is the same. Groups playing 18 holes tee-off first from 11:30am to 1pm. 

Groups playing 9 holes tee-off from 1pm to 3pm.

Dinner:6pm at St Roch's Parish Hall. 5 Glenvale Rd, Glen Iris.

Cost:$95 - Golf, dinner &drinks or $60 - Dinner & drinks 

For further information: Daniel Mount – 0437 146 764 Carl Nunan – 0425 739 127 

CLICK HERE TO BOOK!https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1479719  

Carols by Candlelight

Hello Music will be holding the 18th annual Carols by Daylight at Federation Square, Students at St Roch's who participate in these lessons are invited to be a part of this special event. Such a beautiful event to be a part of.

Congratulations the Mount Family, to Jess, Daniel, Matthew, Abby, Rebecca and Ben - welcome to Patrick Joseph, born on Monday 20 October. 

We also congratulate the Cheang Family, Sally, William, Amelie and Ellie - welcome to your son and brother Charlie, born Thursday 23 October.

Patrick Joseph Mount

                             Charlie Cheang

Expressions of Interest - P&F Committee 2026

Thank you to all parents who have expressed an interest for P&F Committee positions in 2026. We now have Prep, Year 1, Year 2, Year 4 and Year 5 Class Representatives who have nominated themselves and request Class Representatives for Years 3 and 6, a President, Vice President, Secretary and Working Bee Coordinators are also required. If you prefer to be a General Committee Member, please join this team. 

Please email Angie on principal@srgleniris.catholic.edu.au if you are interested in any role on our Parents and Friends Committee.

We sincerely thank Daniel Joyce for his support for our school through:

P & F Christmas Fundraiser 

We are excited for the Christmas Fundraiser of ' Big Red Bows' organsised by the P & F. Please put your orders in by Tuesday 25 November so that you have your bow ready for Christmas. Collection from the Office on Monday 1 December. 

Warmest regards,

Angie Mastoras 

Principal

St Roch’s Parish Primary School

Glenvale Road, Glen Iris 3146

Telephone: 9885 7704

Email: principal@srgleniris.catholic.edu.au

Website: www.srgleniris.catholic.edu.au