Catholic Identity

SANDPIPER e-NEWS

REL POSITION 

I’m excited to be stepping into the role of REL this year, as well as teaching Grade 3. I look forward to working in partnership with parents and our wider school community so that together we can nurture a positive, faith-filled, and successful year for every child. 

If you ever have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m always happy to connect and support however I can.  

Samantha Doyle 

CATHOLIC EDUCATION SANDURST – 2026 Theme: “Seek peace and pursue it” 

Jesus lived peace in both word and action. When he said, “Peace be with you” and “My peace I give you,” he offered a way of life, one that begins with inner transformation and reconciliation with our past, our worries, and our purpose. This call to peace becomes both guide and challenge. It reminds us that peace is more than the absence of conflict; it is the active work of justice, mercy, and love. It invites us to be peacemakers in our homes, schools, communities, and hearts. 

JOSEPHINE BAKHITA FEAST DAY - 8th February 

2026 - SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM: Sacrament of Eucharist & Confirmation. 

Parents of students who have met the prerequisite conditions for continuing our school’s Grade 3 sacramental journey should have received an email toward the end of Term 4 inviting them to register their child for participation. 

We kindly ask that parents complete the short survey included in the email so that we can begin our preparations for the sacramental program.  

We sincerely apologise for the change of date for our first sacramental meeting. We understand this may cause inconvenience, and we truly appreciate your flexibility and understanding! Please see the important sacramental dates below. 

BEGINNING of SCHOOL YEAR MASS – Wednesday 4th February @ 9.15am 

We warmly invite you to join us for our Beginning of the Year Mass. This special celebration is an opportunity for us to gather as one community, give thanks, and ask for God’s guidance and blessing over the year ahead. 

SCHOOL WEEKDAY MASSES

Beginning Friday 13th February, each year level will take turns in actively participating in the Friday Parish mass held @ 9.15am. Classroom teachers will prepare and allocate various reading responsibilities to their students when their classes are scheduled. Grade 6 will be attending our mass on this particular week, parents and family members are most welcome to attend.  

UPCOMING FRIDAY CLASS MASSES

SHROVE TUESDAY PARENT HELPERS WANTED  

Shrove Tuesday is just around the corner (Tuesday 17th February), and we’re excited to continue our tradition of cooking pancakes for the students. Tamara will be leading the cooking this year and would love a few extra helping hands! If you have an electric frypan that can be used, please bring this along too. 

If you’re available to assist, please get in touch with Tamara: 0413473174