Dear Parents/Carers,

As we conclude another wonderful term at Holy Family, we give thanks for the many opportunities our students, families and staff have shared together. It has truly been a term filled with learning, faith, connection and community spirit.

Throughout the term, our students have participated in a wide range of enriching experiences. We gathered as a school community for our reverent ANZAC Day Prayer Service, honouring those who have served our nation. Our faith journey continued as many students celebrated the Sacraments of First Eucharist and Confirmation, significant milestones in their spiritual growth.

Strong connections with families remained a priority through initiatives such as our fortnightly Coffee and Chat Playgroup, Friday Morning Run Club, Mother's Day Stall and our special Mother's Day Celebration, where we were delighted to welcome so many mothers and special women into our school community.

Learning extended well beyond the classroom with exciting experiences including the Year 3 and 4 School Camp at Sovereign Hill, Secondary School Experience Day, National Simultaneous Storytime and our engaging Whole School Wellbeing Day with Dance Curriculum. These experiences provided students with opportunities to build confidence, strengthen friendships and create lasting memories.

Sporting opportunities were plentiful, with students proudly representing Holy Family in House Cross Country, District Cross Country, District Soccer, Interschool Sport and the Winter Sport Gala Day. We are incredibly proud of the enthusiasm, teamwork and sportsmanship demonstrated by all participants.

We also welcomed many prospective families through our school tours, proudly showcasing the vibrant learning environment and strong sense of community that makes Holy Family such a special place.

Thank you to our dedicated staff, supportive families and enthusiastic students for making this term such a success. Together, we continue to nurture a community where every child is encouraged to learn, grow and flourish. We look forward to another exciting term ahead.

First Eucharist

On Sunday, our Year 4 students celebrated the Sacrament of First Eucharist during the 10.00am Parish Mass at Holy Family Church. Celebrating this important milestone within the parish community provided our students with a meaningful opportunity to receive the Eucharist for the first time surrounded by their families, friends and fellow parishioners.

As a Catholic school, we value the strong partnership between home, school and parish, and it was wonderful to witness our students take this significant step in their faith journey within the broader Holy Family community.

We extend our sincere thanks to Father Justel for his spiritual guidance and support throughout the sacramental program. We also acknowledge and thank Vicky Pejic, Michelle Luong, Katrina Davis and Di Dimovski for their dedication in preparing and supporting our students as they journeyed towards this special occasion.

We are incredibly proud of the respectful, reverent and prayerful manner in which our Year 4 students conducted themselves throughout the Mass. They represented both their families and Holy Family School with great pride, demonstrating a deep understanding of the significance of this sacrament.

May this special celebration continue to strengthen our students' relationship with God as they continue their faith journey.

Welcome

On behalf of our school community I would like to welcome two new staff members.

Kyra Petrousis (Bachelor of Psychological Science - Child and Family Studies)
Kelly Vu (Proven ability to work with participants,families, employers, and allied health professionals in KPI-driven environments)

Both of these staff members have joined our Learning Support Team.

Congratulations

I would like to congratulate our Karate students. A group of these students achieved their 'White Belts' this week.

Holy Family Playgroup

'Holy Family Playgroup' is continuing!

Dates for Term 3 are -

Friday 17th July

Friday 31st July

Friday 14th August

Friday 28th August

Friday 11th September

Sessions are held at our school from 9:30-10:30am for toddlers and kindergarten children.

I would love you to join us. It's free!!

Please phone our office to book in 9807 3300.

If you have a Working With Children Check and would like to go on a roster to help out please email office@hfmw.catholic.edu.au

Enrol Now

Enrolments for 2027 are strong. Please go to our website and download the enrolment form. Don't miss out!

https://hfmw.catholic.edu.au/

Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday,

Julie David (Principal)

Term 2 Dates

June

Fri 26 Term 2 concludes (1pm)

Term 3 Dates

July

Mon 14 School Closure Day

Tues 15 All students resume

Wed 22 Division Netball

Tues 21 Parent/Teacher Interviews (3:30-6pm)

Thurs 23 Parent/Teacher Interviews (3:30-6pm)

Mon 27 Division AFL

Tues 28 Division Soccer (Girls)

Wed 29 Division Soccer (Boys)

Fri 31 Division T-Ball

August

Sat 8 Feast of St Mary of the Cross

Sat 8 Parents and Friends Trivia Night

Fri 21 School Closure Day (Religious Education PL for staff)

Wed 26 Year 5 and 6 Camp (Alexandra) 3 days

September

Fri 5 Magnificent Men in Our Community Morning (Father's Day Celebration)

Sun 6 Father's Day

Fri 11 District Basketball (Year 5 and 6)

Wed 16 District Athletics (Year 3-6)

Fri 18 Term 3 concludes (1pm)

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Celebration of Learning