Principal's Report 

Principal’s Report

Summer Uniform 

This week all students are invited transition out of their winter uniform and begin to wear their summer uniform.  Students will be asked to transition over into their summer uniform by week 3 of term 4.  I ask for the parents' support in ensuring the students are wearing the correct uniform, in particular, the correct socks and no brand names.  

Sandhurst Arts on Show  

Division Athletics 

Congratulations to the students who represented the school competing in the Bendigo Division Athletics Carnival held at the Bendigo Athletics Track on Monday.  Numerous students have progressed to the next stage of Athletics. 

Grade 5 Camp 

Today our Grade 5 students headed off to Campaspe Downs, Kyneton, for camp. We hope they have a fun and educational camp experience, and we look forward to them returning safely to school on Friday afternoon. 

Courage and Crowns 

Dear Mums and Girls of grades 4-6, 

We are so excited to be bringing Courage and Crowns to our school! Megan will be here on Wednesday, 16th October (Grade 4 Girls) and Thursday, 17th October (Grade 5/6 Girls). She will work with the girls during the days and spend a special 1.5 hours with Mums and Girls in the evening of Thursday, 17th October at 6 pm. Megan specialises in teaching young women about self-love and self-worth. She has seen the changes and gifts that learning to love yourself brings.  Please ensure your seats are saved for the evening session by RSVP via this link: https://courageandcrowns.com/school-signup/17-October To learn more about Courage and Crowns, you can go to: courageandcrowns.com 

Attendance 

We want to remind everyone of the importance of regular attendance. Every school day counts, and each day a child is absent means a missed opportunity for learning and growth. We ask for your support in promoting consistent attendance to ensure that every child can benefit fully from the opportunities we provide. Term 4 promises many opportunities with warmer weather and less illness so it will be important to be at school and work towards achieving our goals 

End of Term 3  

School concludes at 2:30 pm on Friday 20th September, with term 4 commencing on Monday 7th October at 9 am. 

Term 4 Events 

Pupil Free Days 

• Friday 18th October - Staff First Aid Train
• Friday 22nd November - Report Writing 

Be Brave is coming to St Kilian's! 

Presented by Stephen Black, who is an Australian former professional basketball player who played 11 seasons in the National Basketball League. He has led the NBL in 3-point percentage and has been 3rd in the NBL in scoring. Steve has won a NBL Championship and represented Australia. He is the current Head Coach of the Bendigo Braves men’s team. 

Gr 4 boys session - Tuesday, 15th October 

Gr 5/6 boys session - Tuesday, 22nd October 

Absolutely Everybody End of Year Concert - Save the Date! 

St Kilian's is proud to present an end of year Dance Concert called Absolutely Everybody on Thursday 21st November. This wonderful event will be at The Shed (St Francis of the Fields PS, Strathfieldsaye). All families are warmly invited. All classes will perform a dance, ending with a big showcase! The first dance will begin at 6 pm 

St Kilian’s School Christmas Party - Save the Date! 

Our newly reformed Parents and Friends are hosting an event, the St Kilian’s School Christmas Party on Saturday 30th November (2 pm- 5 pm).  Fun for the whole family. $5 entry.  Food, Craft, Santa and much more. Further details to come. 

Grade 6 Graduating Students Events 

Friday December 6th: Graduation Disco 

Thursday December 12th: St Kilian’s End of Year Mass and Graduation Ceremony 

Friday December 13th: Grade 6 Big Day Out 

Wednesday December 18th: Last day and final school assembly (farewell for graduating students) 

God Bless 

Kimberley McSweeney 

Principal