Principal's News

Dear SMCM Community, Wominjeka!

This week, our Year 5 students had a fantastic time at their overnight camp at Don Bosco Camp, Dromana. With the clouds clearing, they enjoyed two days of beach activities in the beautiful Spring sunshine. A special thank you to Rachel, Emily, Catherine, Jess H, Rafael, Jess F, Bellinda, and Ziggy for your dedication and care in keeping our students safe during their camp experience.

2025 Planning

Any families, with children not in Year 6, who will not be returning to SMCM next year are asked to advise via email as soon as possible to allow us to offer enrolment places to families on our waiting list.

In the coming weeks staff will begin drafting the 2025 Class Lists. If you have a request for your child’s class placement based on wellbeing or academic grounds please email these to me by Friday 1st November. Requests will be considered in line with staff recommendations, however can not be guaranteed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Auburn South Primary School community following the tragic accident this week. While the details are still under investigation, this incident serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of keeping our children safe during pick-up and drop-off times.

I urge all families to prioritse safety by adhering to pedestrian and passenger protocols, following traffic rules, and showing patience and courtesy to fellow community members. Remember, no child's life is worth more than a few minutes saved in traffic. Together, we can create a safer environment for our children.

A reminder that Monday 4th November is a pupil free day and Tuesday 5th November is the Melbourne Cup Public Holiday. Enjoy a mid-term break and we look forward to seeing students back at school on Wednesday.

Claire

Principal

claire.pitcher@smcmeppingnth.catholic.edu.au