What’s been happening this week?

Synodal Gathering - "Walking Together"

Last Sunday, 60 members from our parish and school community came together for a Synodal Gathering, a special opportunity to listen, discuss, and discern on the theme of "Our Community."

Through guided discussions and moments of prayerful reflection, key questions were discussed:

Key aspects to reflect on in prayer.....What do these words imply to us and our Parish?

Inclusion and Participation
Relationships
Service and Outreach

Why has this area of focus captured my heart's attention?

Where is the Holy Spirit nudging me personally in regard to this area?

Where is the Holy Spirit nudging us as a community in regard to this area?

This Synodal Gathering was a meaningful step in our ongoing journey of faith, reinforcing our collective responsibility to build a thriving and compassionate parish and school community. A summary of the main points will be shared with you in the coming weeks.

Synodal Prayer

We stand before You, Holy Spirit, as we gather together in Your name.

With You alone to guide us, make Yourself at home in our hearts.

Teach us the way we must go and how we are to pursue.

We are weak and sinful; do not let us promote disorder.

Do not let ignorance lead us down the wrong path nor partiality influence our actions.

Let us find in You our unity so that we may journey together to eternal life and not stray from the way of truth and what is right.

All this we ask of You, who are at work in every place and time, in the communion of the Father and the Son, forever and ever.

Amen

NAPLAN

On Wednesday, our Year 3 and Year 5 students began their NAPLAN assessments, starting with the Writing component. This assessment allows students to showcase their ability to express ideas clearly and effectively in a structured written format.

Next week, they will continue their NAPLAN journey with three more assessments: Reading, which evaluates their comprehension and interpretation skills; Conventions of Language, which assesses grammar, punctuation, and spelling; and Numeracy, which tests mathematical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.

We commend our students for their focus and effort and encourage them to approach these assessments with confidence. We wish them all the very best as they continue to demonstrate their skills and knowledge.

NAPLAN provides valuable insights into student progress in literacy and numeracy, helping teachers identify strengths and areas for growth. The results are used to inform teaching strategies, support student learning, and track progress over time. As a school, we analyse this data alongside classroom assessments to ensure every child receives the support they need to succeed. We encourage students to approach the tests with confidence, do their best.

What’s On Next Week?

SPARK - Supporting Potential Among Remarkable Kids

Four students have been selected to participate in the SPARK (Supporting Potential Among Remarkable Kids) Day at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour (OLPS) West Pymble on Friday, 21st March.

This enriching day will focus on creating virtual worlds using Edged VR technology, providing students with an opportunity to develop their creativity and digital skills. A highlight of the experience will be their virtual connection with students from NC College in Uluru, fostering collaboration and broadening their learning perspectives.

We look forward to hearing all about this fabulous experience. We hope Noah T., Steven H., Lucas W., Oliver X.

and Mrs Dickinson have a wonderful day of learning.

Kindest regards,

Pauline Dinale - Principal

Siblings starting at Holy Family in 2026?

Do you have a sibling to enrol for Kindergarten in 2026? If so, please complete the form here. It is important for us to know how many siblings to expect before we offer places to new families. Kindly submit the form asap.

Once enrolment paperwork has been submitted you will be contacted to book an Interview with the Principal. We want to ensure a smooth process for all families, so your timely submission is greatly appreciated.

Download the Enrolment Application Form here.

2025 Term Dates

TERM ONE 2025

	Week 7
Saturday 15 March Sunday 16 March	Reconciliation sessions 2&3 at 4.45pm Family Mass Year 4 at 6pm + Pot Luck dinner
Monday 17 March	NAPLAN: Reading - Years 3 & 5
Tuesday 18 March	NAPLAN: Language of Conventions - Years 3 & 5
Thursday 20 March	Numeracy: NAPLAN - Years 3 & 5
Saturday 22 March	Reconciliation at 1.30pm and 3.00pm
	Week 8
Sunday 22 March	Family Mass Kinder, Year 5 and 6 at 10.15am
Tuesday 25 March	Assembly 2.10pm
Friday 27 March	Lenten Mass 10am
	Week 9
Wed. 2- Fri. 4 April	Stage 3 Leadership Camp at Narrabeen
	Week 10
Monday 7 April	Holy Family Cross Country Years 2-6
Tuesday 8 April	School photos Assembly 2.10pm
Wednesday 9 April	Open Day 9am for prospective parents
Thursday 10 April	Cross Country Back-up Day + last day of Term One for students
Friday 11 April	Staff Spirituality Day - “Way of the HeART” (Pupil Free Day)

TERM TWO
Monday 28 April & Tuesday 29 April	Two Staff Development System Curriculum Days (Pupil Free Days)
Wednesday 30 April	Term 2 commences for students

Please CLICK HERE to read the Parents Charter from Catholic Schools Broken Bay.

Coles Development Update (Almost finished!)

Last week the site has made some progress, see below items that were achieved.

Plasterboard setting in Level 4A lobby
Level 4A tiling to Lobby
Landscaping continuing on Level 2
Landscaping continuing on Level 1
Electrical lights and power installation on Level 1
Tiling to lobby stairs
Continue with public domain works
Tiling in front of Coles entrance on Pacific Hwy
Waterproofing Level 1 balconies
Continuing joinery on Level 2 and Level 3
Continuing paving to Level 3 balconies
Continuing Installing appliances on Level 1 units
Continuing Waterproofing Level 2 balconies
Continuing aluminium windows to Level 4B roof
Continuing installing stone in wet areas on Level 3
Installing Level 2 appliances
Continuing electrical fit off on Level 2
Continuing lift installation
Continuing paving to Level 1 balconies
Installing blinds to Level 1 units
Installing joinery to Level 4
Paving to Level 2 balcony podium
Level 4 entry doors installation
Installing kitchen marble stone to Level 3
Waterproofing Upper Ground common areas

Over the coming week we anticipate the progress of the below.

Continuing joinery on Level 2 and Level 3
Continuing paving to Level 3 balconies
Continuing Installing appliances on Level 1 units
Continuing Waterproofing Level 2 balconies
Continuing aluminium windows to Level 4B roof
Continuing installing stone in wet areas on Level 3
Installing Level 2 appliances
Continuing electrical fit off on Level 2
Continuing lift installation
Continuing paving to Level 1 balconies
Installing blinds to Level 1 units
Installing joinery to Level 4
Paving to Level 2 balcony podium
Level 4 entry doors installation
Installing kitchen marble stone to Level 3
Waterproofing Upper Ground common areas

Uniform Shop - now Midford