Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers

In 2027, St Fidelis turns 100, and we’re starting to plan now!

We’re looking for parents and carers to join a small Centenary Steering Committee to help bring this celebration to life. If you enjoy planning, creating, organising, sharing stories, or just being part of something special, we’d love you to be involved.

No experience needed, just enthusiasm and community spirit.

Centenary Planning Meeting: 

Monday 16 March 2026 - 7:00 pm in the Staffroom 

ALL WELCOME

Come along, hear the ideas, and help shape this once in a lifetime celebration!

2026 Year 6 Graduation Information

This year, the Year 6 Graduation Mass will be celebrated with the Whole School on Friday, 11th December at 9:15 am at St Fidelis Church. Families are warmly invited to attend if they are able.

On the same day, Year 6 students and their families are invited to gather in the school hall to farewell our graduating Class of 2026, from 5:00 pm–6:00 pm. This special evening will include presentations, speeches, and celebrate our students and their contributions to our school community over the past seven years. We look forward to celebrating this special milestone together.

Sibling Enrolments for 2027

If you have a child starting Foundation in 2027, please submit their enrolment by the end of March. This will help us determine the number of places available for new families.

To secure your child’s place, ensure you complete the enrolment process before the deadline. Enrolment forms are available at the school office or can be downloaded from our website.

School Advisory Council – Meeting Summary-Tuesday 17th February 2026

The first School Advisory Council meeting for 2026 commenced with prayer and reflection, centred on the theme “Walking and Learning Together,” highlighting the shared responsibility of council members to support the mission, governance and stewardship of the school community.

Members were welcomed, and introductions were made, reaffirming the advisory role of the council in working collaboratively with the Principal to support student learning, wellbeing and the Catholic identity of the school.

Principal’s Report

Overview of the School Improvement Plan (2025–2028) and 2026 priorities:

• Strengthening learning and teaching practices to improve literacy and numeracy outcomes.
• Deepening Catholic identity and understanding of Catholic Social Teaching.
• Enhancing student agency, voice and wellbeing.

Continued implementation of InitiaLit, MiniLit and SMART Spelling programs

Positive start to the school year with new staff settled well. Strong enrolment interest supported by school tours and marketing initiatives.

School Updates

• Planning underway for 100-year anniversary celebrations.
• P&F activities and community events commencing.
• Possible playground improvements under consideration.
• Maintenance works identified, including investigation of hall repairs

Discussion Items

• Review of school communication practices with families.
• Strategies to strengthen parent engagement.
• Planning of working bee dates.

Next Meeting Dates

• 19 May 2026
• 4 August 2026
• 17 November 2026

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to support the mission, learning and wellbeing of the school community.

School Fees 2026

Thank you to all the families who have made payments and settled School Fees. We would appreciate payment as soon as possible. The school has already paid for all of your children's stationary upfront and prompt payment of the first installment would be most appreciated. 

The office is open from 8:30 to 4:00 pm each day if you would like to pay in person. 

If you prefer to pay by direct debit, please use the bank details below. If any families need to discuss alternative arrangements for the payment of fees, please contact me directly. 

The office is open from 8:30 to 4:00 pm each day if you would like to pay in person. 

If you prefer to pay by direct debit, please use the bank details below. If any families need to discuss alternative arrangements for the payment of fees, please contact me directly. 

Included are the Bank details for your ease of payment:

Please note: Once you have made a payment, please email:

Teresa Cicero, with the amount you have deposited.

teresac@sfmoreland.catholic.edu.au   

Concessional School Fee

Families who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for a fee concession:

•  Any family of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage
•  Any family holding an HCC and eligible for CSEF
•  Any family holding a DVA Gold Card
•  Any family identified as refugees and holding an ImmiCard

Please collect a concession fee application form to be considered for the concession fee. PS: If you are eligible for CSEF, please DO NOT MAKE A PAYMENT UNTIL YOU HAVE SPOKEN TO TERESA IN THE OFFICE.

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Have a lovely week 

Manuela

Brunswick Moreland Catholic Community – Lenten Walk 2026, In Support of Project Compassion

Our 2026 Lenten theme invites us to recognise the deep thirst in every heart — a thirst for hope, renewal, dignity, and the life God offers through Christ.

As part of Project Compassion, Brunswick Moreland Catholic Community is hosting The Lenten Walk – The Walk to Water, walking in solidarity with the 292 million people worldwide who walk 30 minutes or more each day just to collect water.

This simple but powerful act of walking reminds us that water is life — and that through our prayer, sacrifice, and fundraising this Lent, we can help bring lasting change to communities in need.

Do you like to walk? Bring a friend or form a group and join us! Only 13,000 steps.

When: Saturday 14 March

Time: Meet at 8:45am at Our Lady Help of Christians

Walk begins: 9:00am

Route: Walk to St Joseph’s, St Fidelis’, and finish at St Ambrose (approx. 12:30pm)

A short prayer/reflection will take place at each church. BBQ/light lunch provided at the conclusion of the walk.

Scan the QR code to register and support Project Compassion 2026

Together, we walk in faith, for justice, and for water.