Dear Families,

At Holy Family we believe that every child is capable of learning, growing and contributing positively to our community. For this reason, we hold high expectations for all students in both their learning and their behaviour.

High expectations mean encouraging each child to do their best, to persevere when learning becomes challenging, and to treat others with respect and kindness. In the classroom, students are supported to engage fully in their learning, listen carefully, contribute their ideas and take pride in their work. At the same time, we guide students to make positive choices that help create calm, safe and respectful learning environments for everyone.

Clear expectations and consistent routines help children feel secure and confident. When students know what is expected of them, they are more able to focus on learning, develop independence and experience success.

We are grateful for the partnership we share with families in reinforcing these expectations. When school and home work together, children receive a consistent message that learning matters, effort matters and the way we treat others matters.

Thank you to our families for your ongoing support as we continue to make small adjustments to strengthen learning opportunities for every child.

Catholic Education Week

The theme for Catholic Education Week 2026 is - Christ beside me: Walking in the footsteps of Saint Patrick.

This year’s theme celebrates the significance of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of our local Church in Melbourne.

Last year, as part of our Jubilee Year and Catholic Education Week, a striking new icon and depiction of Saint Patrick was unveiled and blessed by Archbishop Peter A Comensoli in front of thousands of students, educators, and special guests.

Catholic schools across Melbourne play a significant role in nurturing the learning, faith and wellbeing of young people. As part of this wider community, Holy Family is proud to contribute to the rich tradition of Catholic education that supports students to grow academically, spiritually and socially.

Catholic education places the dignity of every child at the centre of learning. In our classrooms, students are encouraged to strive for excellence, to care for one another and to develop a deep sense of responsibility for the world around them. Faith, learning and community are closely connected, helping children to understand that their gifts can be used in service of others.

At Holy Family, we see this lived out each day through the commitment of our teachers, the enthusiasm of our students and the support of our families. Together we create a learning environment where students are encouraged to be curious, compassionate and hopeful.

Father Justel Visit

I would like to thank Father Justel for making time in his busy schedule to meet with our Year 4 and Prep students this week.

It was wonderful to see the interaction between Father Justel and the students. Our Prep students were so excited to share their learning and items from their class prayer table with him.

Open Morning

Thank you to our parents who attended our Open Morning on Wednesday. I hope this opportunity provided you with a glimpse into your child's school day at Holy Family.

We will provide this opportunity at least once a term for parents/carers.

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Our Year 4 students are continuing their preparation to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Tuesday 24th March.

Please keep these students and their families in your prayers.

Holy Family School Presence

Thank you to our families who have volunteered to assist with the liturgy at weekend Masses. It is important that you note down your family name so I can contact you.

Please complete this form if your family would like to be involved in this initiative.

https://tinyurl.com/bdn3aeye

Annual School Sports

Another incredible whole school community event!

Thank you to our families, staff and students for making our Annual School Sports Day so much fun. I am so proud of the way our students encourage and cheer each other along.

Congratulations to our Year 6 winners of the Holy Family Gift - Cooper and Acacia.

The overall winner on the day was 'Blue House' with 'Green House' receiving the 'Spirit Award'.

Congratulations to all of our students for your participation efforts throughout the day!

Meeting Queen Mary

A moment to remember!

Some of our students and their families had the privilege of meeting Queen Mary and King Frederik at the MCG this week.

Can you see any of our students in this photo?

Congratulations

On behalf of our Holy Family community I would like to congratulate Austin Miller on being selected to represent Victoria in javelin event.

School Closure Days

Our first day back in Term 2 (Monday 20th April) is a School Closure Day for Staff Professional Learning.

Holy Family Playgroup

'Holy Family Playgroup' is happening!

Sessions for the remainder of this Semester are below -

Friday 27th March
Friday 24th April
Friday 8th May
Friday 22nd May
Friday 5th June
Friday 19th June

If you have a Working With Children Check and would like to go on a roster to help out please email office@hfmw.catholic.edu.au

Enrol Now

We are now accepting enrolments for all classes in 2027. Please go to our website and download the enrolment form.

Please ask families in our community why we are their school of choice.

https://hfmw.catholic.edu.au/

Soft Plastics Recycling Pick Up

We are looking for volunteers to collect our soft plastics recycling to drop off to the Notting Hill transfer station. If you can assist with this job this term, please email Eithne King at eking@hfmw.catholic.edu.au

Enjoy your weekend,

Julie David (Principal)

2026 Term 1 Dates

MARCH

Fri 20 Community Colour Run (Major Fundraiser)

Mass of St Patrick (St Patrick’s Cathedral)

Sat 21 Harmony Day

World Down Syndrome Day

Mon 23-Fri 27 Mrs David offsite

Tues 24 Sacrament of Reconciliation (5pm)

Fri 27 Halogen Young Leaders Day

Summer Sport Gala Day

Tues 31 EMR Swimming

APRIL

Thur 2 End of Term 1 (1pm finish)

Holy Thursday

Fri 3 Good Friday

Sun 5 Easter Sunday

Term 2 Dates

APRIL

Mon 20 School Closure Day (Staff Professional Learning)

Tues 21 Students resume

Thur 23 School Photos

Fri 24 ANZAC Prayer Service

MAY

Fri 1 House Cross Country

Tues 5 Parents and Friends Meeting (6:30pm)

Thur 7 Sacrament of Confirmation

Fri 8 Interschool Sports

Sun 10 Mother's Day

Fri 15 District Cross Country

Wed 20 SAC Meeting

Thurs 21 Year 5 Incursion

Sat 23 National Reconciliation Week

Mon 25 School Closure Day (Staff Time in Lieu)

Wed 27 National Simultaneous Story Time (Luna Roo) Students wear PJs

Wed 27-29 Year 3 and 4 School Camp (Sovereign Hill)

Sat 30 First Eucharist Commitment Mass (5pm)

Sun 31 First Eucharist Commitment Masses (8:30am, 10am)

June

Mon 8 Public Holiday (King's Birthday)

Thur 11 EMR Cross Country

Fri 12 District Soccer Gala

Fri 19 First Eucharist Reflection Day

Fri 19 Summer Sports Gala Day

Sun 21 Sacrament of First Eucharist (10am)

Fri 26 Term 2 concludes (1pm

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