News from Around the School
Run for Kids
Paige from 5C competed & completed the Run for the Kids 5k run on the weekend. She did it with her Dad (Paul), her Uncle & 2 cousins.
Here are some photos.
This is the 3rd year in a row that's Paige has completed the run with her dad. Congratulations Paige. Such an achievement!
Divisional and Regional Swimming
Congratulations to the students who qualified for the divisional and regional swimming final and competed at the Werribee Outdoor Pool and Kardinia Aquatic Centre. Our 12 - 13 year old girls relay team qualified for the State Final that will be held in MSAC on the 28th April. We wish the following girls all the best :
Emma A (6B)
Sophie C (6A)
Shamie C (6B)
Eleanor S (5A)
Cross Country
Just a reminder that the Cross Country Trial date is on the 27th April at Queen of Peace. The students who qualify for the District event will run on the 16th May at Queen of Peace.
Athletics Carnival
The date for this carnival will be Wednesday 3rd May at the Newport Park Athletics Facility. We hope all Year 3 and 6 students and Parents look forward to attending.
Interschool Sport Laverton District Competition
On Thursday 30th March, we had some of our Year 6 students compete in the Laverton District Interschool Sport Competition for Cricket, Hockey and Basketball. Well done to all the students who have trained throughout Term 1 to prepare themselves for their games. Congratulations to the Hockey and Basketball Teams that have made it to Divisionals. Good Luck to the T Ball and Tennis Players who are competing on Tuesday 4th April.
Project Better Places - Seabrook & Altona Meadows
Better Places is a new way that Council designs and delivers projects, thinking in terms of overall ‘places’ rather than individual ‘pieces’.
To create a great place, you have to think about the place as a whole, understanding and enhancing the things that make it special and knowing the elements needed to make better places into the future.
The success of Better Places is actively involving the community to help shape the places they live and visit. Feedback and ideas gathered during multiple stages of community consultation informs the development of a ‘Place Guide’ that includes practical on the ground projects and initiatives the community have asked for, want and need.
After several months of research and involvement from the community, we have drafted six projects for Seabrook & Altona Meadows that respond to feedback received.
Check out the six DRAFT projects and tell us what you think at https://participate.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/bpsam. Feedback closes Saturday 15 April 2023.
Everyone Belongs at Queen of Peace
At Queen of Peace we embrace diversity and inclusiveness. Celebrating these special days helps to bring not only our school community together, but also our fellow Australians. Did you know that Australia now consists of 270 difference ethnic groups! Thankyou to everyone for getting involved in the celebrations. Its always fun in the office but the ladies had extra fun dressing up in orange too! (Mrs St Leon doesn't work Fridays or she would have been in bright orange too!)
A New Queen of Peace Baby
We would like to congratulate Jess and Lucas Mangani on the birth of their beautiful boy Matteo Alessio Mangani. He was born on the 18th March and all are doing very well. We would like to welcome little Matteo to our Queen of Peace community. Looking forward to meeting him and getting a cuddle soon.
Performing Arts
This term in Performing Arts our QOP students have been building their confidence and acting skills by exploring a variety of drama games and performing their own plays and skits to each other. It has been wonderful to see so many students using their imaginations and storytelling skills. Watching some of our senior students showcase their acting talents at our assemblies has been really rewarding! During the term we also had a visit from Stomp Dance Co and were lucky enough to have the fabulous dance instructor ‘Kira’ teach some high energy Hip Hop routines to our students. The day was a lot of fun and we certainly saw some very cool dance moves from our students and even some of our teachers!
Alicia Wilson & Sally Marr
Parents & Friends
Family Fun Night
Our first ever Family Fun Night saw over 250 attendees. Perfect weather, great food, and lots of games for everyone to enjoy.
Congratulations to the following families who won one of three door prizes on the night;
- Carlee Spiteri
- Bianca Cleary
- Jessica Skogstad
Big thank you to our wonderful organisers Bec Pravednikov, Anna Cini, Meagan Johnson and special thanks to our sponsorship from Chris and Sandra Inglis of Ray White Altona.
Thanks also to our volunteers on the night, Natalie Calleja, Alyson Stevens and Liah O'kelly, and of course all the families that supported this inaugural event.
Raffle Tickets
A reminder to please return all raffle tickets ASAP. We thank our QoP community for all of their donations. As a result this year there are 15 beautiful prizes to be won! All prizes will be drawn at assembly on Monday the 3rd of April. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Hot Cross Bun Day - Thursday April 6
Our annual hot cross bun day is fast approaching. Please purchase your buns through quickcliq for $2 each. For those who nominated they could help out on the morning please check your emails including junk folders for details. An email was sent out on the 21st of March. Thank you!
P&F Committee
More Hot Cross Bun Information
Hot Cross Bun Day is a tradition that students at Queen of Peace enjoy every year. On Thursday 6 April 2023, our school community will watch the Year 6 students re-enact the story of Palm Sunday to Good Friday. When the children return to their classrooms, they can enjoy a hot cross bun or two. Plain and sultana hot cross buns (with or without butter) are available for children to pre-order at the cost of $2.00 each. We will also be offering gluten-free hot cross buns (with sultana only). The buns are made in a local bakery, Bread Haus. An ingredient list can be provided on request, please email
*If parents are feeling unsure or cautious about allergies, please provide your child with an alternative snack instead. Please complete order via Quickcliq (don't forget to click on 'Events'), by Friday 31 March 2023. Thank you, P&F Committee
Colouring Competition
Everyone is looking forward to Hot Cross Bun Day on the final day of school! This year they will be freshly baked by Bread Haus in Central Square. QoP students might like to enter their Colouring in Competition:
Student Free Day
As announced in the February School Newsletter, Monday 24 April will be a Student Free Day. Staff will be attending Professional Learning sessions. OSHClub are offering an all day service, please go to oshclub.com.au to book a place if required. Tuesday 25 April is the ANZAC Day public holiday, so students will return to school for their first day of term two on Wednesday 26 April 2023.
Lost Property
Is your child missing any items of uniform? Thereare many unnamed jumpers, jackets, drink bottles and hats in the Lost Property box located in the walkway behind the Music Room. Please encourage your child to check the box for any missing goodies. If your item is clearly named (surname preferred!) it can be returned. In the last week of term we will clear out the Lost Property box, anything unclaimed will either be donated to charity or disposed of.
Uniform Shop
Now is the time to place an order for your winter uniform. The winter uniform is usually worn in Terms 2 and 3 but left to the parents discretion. You can order via QuickCliq. Just a reminder that uniforms will be picked on a Thursday each week. Please be aware that stock is low and has been ordered and we are waiting on suppliers to replenish. Any emails will be answered on Thursdays regarding orders. If you need an exchange please email information to uniform@qopaltonameadows.catholic.edu.au.
Reminder from the Office
If children are to be picked up before the end of school (for medical or dental appointments etc) parents should advise the teacher via Seesaw. Parents should report to the office and sign their child out on the iPad and the child will be called to the office. **To avoid disruption to classes could you please pick up your child at the end of a learning session i.e. 10:50am or 1:40pm. It is the school’s preference that all appointments are made after school hours or during school holidays where possible.
Don't Forget...
Parents, you are able to view the school's google Community Calendar of events. Please ensure you check in regularly to keep up to date with school happenings. Refer to the final section of this newsletter 'Calendar & Events' for further information and the link. The QoP Community Calendar can also be accessed via the school website.