TERM 3 EVENT DETAILS
Events for Term Three
Book Week Parade and Activities - Wednesday 14th August
Our school will celebrate Childrens Book Week on Wednesday 14th August with a dress up day, parade and also some special activities to promote a love of literature. Time to start planning the outfit now!
St Agnes’ P&F Op Shop Ball - Friday 16th August-
Pop along to your favourite Op Shop now and get your outfit ready for what promises to be a fun night for all St Agnes’ parents. Whether it be your first or your last year as a member of the St Agnes’ community, all are welcome and encouraged to come along. This is one of our major fundraisers for the year and all proceeds will go towards the resurfacing project. See P and F page for further details .
Sacrament of Confirmation
Our Year Six students have a busy term, as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Please see below, the important dates for this sacrament:
- Family Faith Night - Wednesday 21st August at 7.00pm
- Reflection Day - Thursday 11th September
- Sacrament Mass - Saturday 14th September
It is important for families to be aware that we do not get a choice of confirmation dates; these are determined by the Regional Bishop due to the high number of parishes that require this service.
Father’s Day Stall - Thursday 22nd August
The children will be able to purchase Father’s Day gifts for their Dads or special male figures on Thursday 22nd August. Thank you to our P&F for making this happen!
Year 6 Graduation Meeting - Thursday 22nd August at 8am
All Year 6 parents are invited to attend a meeting regarding the organisation of Year 6 Graduation. This important event requires the support of parents to make it a success, so please come along.
School Closure Day - Monday 26th August
There is a school closure day on Monday 26th August for staff to undertake First Aid Training. I am awaiting confirmation form Extend regarding for provision of onsite care and supervision. I am expecting there to be care available, assuming there is a minimum of 10 students attending. I will confirm this once finalised.
Year 4 Visit to Grange Road Kindergarten - Wednesday 28th August
Our Year 4 students will again visit Grange Road Kinder on Wednesday 28th August. The students engage with the kinder children as part of this wonderful community connection. Mrs Law and one of our Learning Support Officers will accompany the children.
Father’s Day Breakfast and Celebrations - Thursday 29th August
The Father’s and Special Friends Day Breakfast will held in the School Hall on Thursday 29th August from 7.30am. This is always a special event for our school. Helpers will be needed - Please get involved to make it a special morning for our Dads and kids. The breakfast will be followed by a short presentation from the students.
Bullying No Way Day - Friday 30th August
Our Year Six Leaders are organising a day of action against bullying on Friday 30th August. This will be a casual dress day. More information to follow.
Holt District Athletics Carnival - Monday 2nd September
A representative team will go to Duncan Mackinnon Reserve on Monday 2nd September to compete against other Catholic schools from Holt District. Mr Kost will be organising trials during PE classes this term to place children into events.
Deputy Principal Conference - Thursday 5th - Friday 6th September
Amanda Baker will be away on the above dates at the regional Deputy Principal Network Conference. This conference only takes place once every two years and is an important professional learning opportunity for the DPs from across our system.
Prep - Year 2 Excursion to Botanical Gardens - Monday 9th September
As part of the Geography Inquiry unit this term, the Junior students will be taking part in an excursion to Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens on Monday 9th September. Details will be communicated via Operoo.
Italian Day - Tuesday 10th September
We celebrate all things Italian culture on Tuesday 10th September. This will be a terrific day for our school community and one I know the children look forward to every two years. More specifics will be communicated via Operoo as the date gets closer.
Footy Colours Day - Friday 20th September and last day of Term three
We celebrate the final day of the term with Footy Colours Day, some fun filled footy activities and hopefully a special lunch! These activities will be planned and led by our Year Six leaders.