General News
Dhulu - Message Stick
NAIDOC WEEK 2026 - 50 YEARS OF DEADLY
This year, we warmly invite our school community to join us for our upcoming NAIDOC Week assembly as we proudly celebrate the NAIDOC theme, “50 Years of Deadly,” recognising the strength, pride and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples over the past 50 years. Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students will be at the heart of this celebration, sharing their voices, culture, and what makes them deadly within our school community.
Date: Monday, 29th June
Time: 12:30pm
Location: St Edward's Primary School, Hillvue Road
Following the assembly, we invite all families, visitors and special guests to join us for a sausage sizzle. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect, reflect and celebrate together as a community.
We look forward to sharing this special occasion with you.
NAIDOC WEEK SAUSAGE SIZZLE - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We’re looking for a few helping hands for our sausage sizzle after the assembly!
If you’re able to help out with cooking, serving or setting up/packing down, we’d really appreciate it.
If you’re able to help out, please get in touch with us via email.
Thanks so much for your support!
INFANTS INDIGENOUS GARDEN WORKING BEE - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
You may have noticed the amazing new garden and totem poles at our Infants Pick Up. We are almost finished, but are looking for a few helping hands to paint a mural (under the expert guidance of Mrs Gwalter!) and to complete some garden work.
If you’re able to help out, we’d really appreciate it. We are looking at Friday 8th May - 11.40am - 1.20pm and Friday 29th May 9.00am - 12.30pm.
If you’re able to help out, please get in touch with us via email.
Thank you to those who have contacted us already!
Cultural Immersion Groups
At St Edward's School, we provide weekly Cultural Immersion lessons for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The lessons are programmed and taught by our Aboriginal Education Assistants. Each grade will have one lesson a week focusing on a significant part of Aboriginal Education and Culture.
Kindergarten - The Dreamtime
Year 1 - Aboriginal Art & Gamilaraay Language
Year 2 - Cultural practices & Gamilaraay Language
Year 3 - Identity, Family/Kinship & Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Role Models
Year 4 - Gamilaraay Language
Year 5 - Connections to Country
Year 6 - Indigenous Storytelling, History & Miyay (Girl) and Birray (Boy) Business
Gamilaraay Word of the Week
For our new parents and guardians at St Edward's School, we provide students with the opportunity to learn words in Gamilaraay language each week.
Term 1: Maabu (Numbers)
Week 1: Maal - One
Week 2: Bulaarr - Two
Year 3 Cultural Immersion: Me and My Culture
During Term 1, our Year 3 Cultural Immersion group, Warruwi (meaning 'pathway'), explored the beautiful story My Culture and Me by Gregg Dreise. After listening to the story, the students yarned about the aspects of their culture they cherish most. These visual reflections were then brought to life through vibrant self-portraits, which are now proudly displayed in our Cultural Room for all to enjoy.
AEA team
Brittany Cloake - bcloake2@arm.catholic.edu.au
Primary AEA
Jarrod Peachey - jpeachey@arm.catholic.edu.au
Primary AEA
Amanda Gwalter - agwalter@arm.catholic.edu.au
Infants AEA
Sally-Anne Clarke - sclarke@arm.catholic.edu.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Focus Teacher
Word of the Week
Each time a student uses our 'Word of the Week' in the classroom, they will earn a point. The student with the most points at the end of the term will receive a book prize to further expand their vocabulary.
We will publish our Word of the Week on Facebook and in the newsletter. Please support your child in using this word at home.
Term 2 Week 2 Word of the Week "FIXATED"
ANZAC Day March
Thank you to the many students who participated in the Anzac Day March last Saturday. The number of students at the march was outstanding and the respectful manner in which they attended is to be commended. As a school, we believe it is very important to support the wider community on this day and to show our appreciation and honour those who sacrificed so much to bring peace to the world.
Last Friday, we gathered as a school to reflect on the Anzac story and what it means to us. We remembered the sacrifices that the men and women of our country have made during times of war. We prayed for those who have served and are currently serving in our armed forces at Liturgies held at the Primary and Infants Campus.
Year 2 Infants Leaders - Term 2
A huge congratulations to our Term 2 Infants Leaders! Each term, new Infants Leaders from Year 2 are selected to be positive role models for our K - 2 students. These students take on important daily tasks for teachers, while consistently demonstrating respect, kindness and responsibility in the classroom and on the playground. We are incredibly proud of their commitment and the leadership they bring to our school community!!
Pictured below: Charlie, Mia, George, Joey, Lily & Addison
Mother's Day Celebrations - Friday 8th May
Our school will be celebrating the important role Mothers have in our lives on Friday 8th May, with a Mother's Day Breakfast at the Primary Campus from 7.30-9.00am. Please RSVP by Friday 1st May
St Ed’s Annual Mother’s Day Stall - Thurs 7th May
When: Thursday, 7th May 2026 (both campuses)
What: an opportunity for all students to purchase a gift/s for their mum, nan or any amazing woman in their life
Who: All students will have the opportunity to visit the stall with their class throughout the day.
Important Notes:
- All gifts will be $5, with students able to purchase a maximum of 2 gifts on the day. Cash only.
- If your child is away on the day, a selection of gifts will be available at the campus office for purchase the following day.
- Come and volunteer at either Mother's Day Stall for an hour or two and use the link below to select a time that suits. Your help will be greatly appreciated.
PRIMARY Volunteers - click here
INFANTS Volunteers - click here
Uniform Changeover - Summer to Winter
All students may continue to wear their summer school uniform in Term 2. The official date for the changeover from summer to winter uniform is after the June long weekend. However, if the weather turns chilly before this time, students are allowed to wear their full school winter uniform. This includes a long-sleeve shirt and tie. We ask that whichever uniform your child elects to wear, that they wear the full uniform correctly - please do not mix summer and winter uniform items. Thank you for your support with this. Lowes stock all our new St Edward's uniforms, or we have good quality second-hand uniforms in our clothing pool at either school campus.
Student Absences
All student absences need to be lodged on the Compass Parent Portal. Due to government legislation, notification of your child's absence must be received no later than 7 days after your child's last day of absence.
McCarthy Catholic College
If you wish to enrol your child at McCarthy Catholic College in Year 7 2027, please submit your application and all supporting documentation by Sunday 31st May. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact the McCarthy School Office on 6761 0800.
Esteem Kids
Before-school care is available in the Infants Hall for both Primary and Infants students. It operates from 7:00 am to 8:30am, Monday to Friday during the term, and includes breakfast.
After-school care is available in the Infants Hall for Infants students only from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Our Primary after-school care operates from the Art Room for primary students only from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday. Afternoon tea is also provided.
Families are encouraged to make enquiries or express interest by contacting William Wong on 0410 841 628 or email: info@esteemkidsgroup.com.au or visit the website at www.esteemkidsgroup.com.au
ABSENCES - Please remember to contact (telephone or text) Esteem Kids St Edward's directly if your child is going to be absent on 0481 373 883. Thank you.
SWAP IT
SWAP IT is a free, evidence-based school lunchbox program. The program supports parents and carers to SWAP what is packed in their child’s lunchbox from sometimes foods to everyday foods. Visit their Website here.
Cancer Council Healthy Lunch Box
Visit 'Cancer Council Healthy Lunch Box' for a one-stop shop for everything you need to know about packing a healthy lunch box.
Don't forget to like us on Facebook and tell your family and friends about our page too!
St Edward's Primary School: Facebook
