Leadership & Management

Week 4 Term 4

LORD,

We pray for peace in Israel and Gaza –

for an end to hostilities and for peacemakers on both sides.

Let us pray for the many people whose lives have been torn apart by this conflict.

We remember especially those who have died, those who are grieving, 

the injured and those now without food, shelter or medical supplies.

We pray for those who have the power to bring peace.

May they be touched by a spirit of compassion and kindness.

AMEN.

Dear Parents and Carers,

Australia will celebrate the teaching profession on World Teachers’ Day on Friday 27 October 2023.  Let’s celebrate Australia’s teachers for their skilled work in educating, inspiring and supporting our students.

Hats off to teachers this World Teachers’ Day! 

On Friday 27 October, you can show your appreciation by posting a “hats off” selfie on social media, either on your own or with family or friends. Grab your hat – beret, beanie, bucket, bowler – and remember to tag #WorldTeachersDay @aitsl

Please join us on Friday for a special assembly for our teachers!! Can all children please wear a hat as an expression of thanks to the teachers at St Fidelis? The children can wear any hat they like for the coming Friday!!

WELCOME FOUNDATION STUDENTS AND FAMILIES FOR 2024

Last Monday we welcomed 52 new Foundation students for their first transition session to St Fidelis.  Over the next month, the new Foundation students will come to school for four transition sessions to spend time in the classroom and to experience different aspects of school life.  During these four sessions, the parents will meet with members of the leadership team to hear about Literacy, Numeracy,  Wellbeing and other aspects of life at St Fidelis.

Faith Workshop -2024 Foundation Parents and Carers

Tonight we welcome the parents who have foundation students starting in 2024 to gather in an evening where we explore our Faith as a Catholic Community followed by some nibbles and social interaction.  

Congratulations - Max McArdle(Wenckowski)

Congratulations to Max past St Fidelis student on an amazing achievement. Max has been elected as Parade Colleges School Vice  Captain for 2024. 

Well done to Max and to Leanne and Kevin on bringing up a wonderful young man.

Christmas Card Competition-Anthony Cianflone MP

Today the children will bring home a template where the children can draw a Christmas Card. The theme is PEACE JOY AND LOVE. This competition is organised by the local MP Anthony Cainflone. 

The winning design will appear on a Christmas Card and message to be distributed across the community with full credit given to the winning students.  This is due back at school no later than  Monday 30th October 

Sacrament Dates 2024

Please refer to the Religious Education page of the newsletter  for the 2024 Sacrament Dates. 

Zooper Doopers - Fridays

Zooper Dooper - Each Friday we are selling Zooper Doopers for $1.00 

School Advisory Board Meeting-

Tuesday 7:00 pm Staffroom 

School Fees OVERDUE

School Fees were distributed last week. Thank you to the families who have now finalised their fees for 2024. It is very much appreciated. Anyone with outstanding fees can please finalise them this week as fees are required for the general running costs of the school. 

If you are a family with their last child in their final year at St Fidelis, can you please ensure your fees are paid before the end of October (unless you are on a payment plan) Thank you kindly. 

Have a lovely week, 

Manuela