Principal News

 Dear Sacred Heart Community, 

Embracing the Light of God's Love

Dear Lord,

During this Fourth Week of Lent, renew in us a sense of hope and joy, remembering the promise of the Resurrection. Help us live more fully in the light of Christ's love and grow closer to You each day. 

Amen.

My Last Principal's Report For School Advisory Board

School Board Meeting - Tuesday 25th March 2025

Principal’s Report

As I write my last Principal’s Report for our School Board, I am reminded of the first Board meeting I attended in October 2017 upon being appointed Principal of Sacred Heart in the September. The meeting was advertised as an opportunity for parents to meet “the new principal”. I arrived early, the two board representatives who were on the selection panel were not in attendance at this early stage. There was no leadership from the current staff to introduce me. As I sat waiting for the meeting to commence making small talk, a couple of the parents (Averyl and Dani) asked which student I was the parent of. Upon introducing myself as the new principal there was much surprise (to this day I don’t know whether good or not so good!).

My overwhelming feeling at this early stage was however one of an inclusive welcoming community I was to become part of. After the initial shock of the new principal, I was greeted with warmth, a genuine interest in “my story” and an awareness of a keen desire for Sacred Heart to be the best school for its students, the children of these parents. 

The type of parents I met in 2017, have continued to be the characteristics of the parents of our Sacred Heart students these last eight years. Sacred Heart is unique for its culture of staff and parents working with trust and a sense of collaboration to ensure the best outcomes for our students. Putting up the photos from yesterday’s Harmony Day on the school’s Instagram page, I was not in the least bit surprised this culture was at the forefront of yesterday’s activities, a culture that will continue to be Sacred Heart’s DNA. Yesterday’s Harmony Day was so like each and every celebration of school life these past eight years.

Whilst in no way inflating my role in the Sacred Heart culture, I was asked by some parents if my leaving would somehow affect the culture upon which they had based their decision to choose Sacred Heart for their children.

A new principal whoever he or she shall be, will bring new knowledge, ideas and vision. That is what is so exciting about change and why it is so important for any organisation. To not strive for improvement means to stagnate. However, as I have said to parents these past few weeks, what is at the very essence of what makes Sacred Heart Primary School such a special place will not change. It is the students and their families that will remain a constant and make the future of our school so comforting and exciting.

Mark Tierney

Our Amazing New Outdoor Library!

Thanks to Mark for the fantastic idea, our outdoor library is now open.A huge thank you to all the parents who generously donated books, helping to create a space filled with endless reading adventures. Special thanks to Rosetta, Marie, Denise and Marty for their amazing creativity in bringing this vision to life. The students absolutely love it, and we can't wait to see how it continues to inspire a love of reading for years to come!

Harmony Day Thank you ⭐

A big thank you to everyone for making Harmony Day such a fantastic event. Special thanks to Kate for her outstanding planning and for involving our student leaders.

Thank you to all the teachers, LSOs, parents, and families for making the day memorable. The food, sports, artwork, and dance incursion were highlights, and it was wonderful to see everyone sharing their culture.

It was an unforgettable day for our students at Sacred Heart!

Pyjama Day Fundraiser

                        Thursday, 3rd April

We are fundraising to support the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal in honour of our Sacred Heart student, Samantha, who has been under the care of RCH for the past 18 months.

Come dressed in your favourite pyjamas and help support this wonderful cause!

Foundation Enrolments for 2026

After School Program

Vacation Care - Youth Leadership Victoria

Youth Leadership Victoria has kindly agreed to provide vacation care for our students at St. Mark’s in Coburg. More details will be shared.

Youth Leadership Victoria is a community-focused, not-for-profit provider offering Out of School Hours Care and Vacation Care services across schools in Victoria.

Have a great week and enjoy the beautiful weather.

Yours Sincerely

Antoniette