Out and About the School
NAIDOC Week
Farewell Mrs McKinlay
Today is Mrs McKinlay's last day with us for a while as she heads off on maternity leave. We wish Emily and Ben all the best for this very exciting time. We can't wait to meet baby McKinlay soon.
Miss Bella Gallagher will be working in Year 4 with Mr Frend. She has been in Year 4 for the last three weeks getting to know the children and the classroom routines.
MUSICAL UPDATE
With much excitement, we are able to announce the main roles for our Musical Mary Poppins Jr.
Mrs Sloan is looking forward to working with all of the students.
| Characters | Students |
| Mary Poppins | Kate Waterford |
| Bert | Banjo Fitzgerald |
| George Banks | Toby Barrow |
| Winifred Banks | Abbey Bayliss |
| Jane Banks | Matilda Ramien |
| Michael Banks | Angus Snape |
| Katie Nanna | Acaysha McCumstie |
| Mrs Brill | Ivy Avard |
| Robertson Ay | Seth Welsh |
| Bird Woman | Emerson Shannon |
| Mrs Corry | Georgia Hobson |
| Miss Andrew | Abby Barnden |
| Miss Smythe | Clare Grima |
| Chairman | Oliva Knapman |
| Von Hussler | Cody Mather |
| John Northbrook | Tom Beer |
| Neleus -Statues in Jolly Holiday | Lexi Martin, Pippa Wark and Georgina Grimm |
Canteen News
The Little Blue Wren Cafe
We are excited to announce that our canteen is now open again and is full steam ahead. Jenna Patterson is the face behind this exciting venture and we welcome Jenna and her team to St Xavier’s. See some photos from last week on opening day.
Next term there will a new canteen phone number for you to contact, we will keep you posted.
Important Notice: Bus Zone Regulations
Please refrain from dropping off or parking in the bus zone. This area is under regular patrol, and the vicinity near our kiss-and-drop lane has also been monitored, as there have been reports of vehicles obstructing Bloomfield S
We would hate for our families to encounter unnecessary fines.
OUR NEW SCHOOL SONG
Have you seen our new school song yet?
#GunnedahGunnedahStXavier's
Important Reminders for Parents
School Hat Reminder
We have noticed many students arriving each day without hats. Please make sure your child brings a hat daily, clearly labeled with their name.
Uniform Policy Reminder
Sports Uniform for Boys and Girls
- Navy embroidered logo shorts
- Embroidered logo shirt
- Microfibre embroidered tracksuit
- SPORTS SOCKS-Must be plain white and cover the ankles. Students with incorrect socks will be asked to attend the Office and change their socks.
- School Hats with St Xavier’s logo must be worn all year round. Please label all clothing, especially hats.
- Shoes: School shoes must be completely black school shoes, boots or joggers. Skate style shoes are not acceptable footwear.
Hair
Hair should be neat and tidy at all times and if long must be tied back using maroon, black, navy or white bands or ribbons. Students wearing incorrect bands or ribbons will be asked to attend the Office for a replacement. Extreme haircuts and mullet type hair cuts are not acceptable and best saved for holidays.
No makeup or coloured fingernail polish is to be worn at any time. Nail polish remover is available in the Office and students will be asked to remove incorrect polish.
Jewellery
Students will be asked to remove incorrect jewellery and place it in a snap lock bag to take home.
Birthday Food
Please keep in mind we have children in every grade across the school who have particular food allergies. Some of these are very serious and we need to keep everyone safe. The best options for a class birthday treat at school are water icy poles or a lollipop per child. It is best to avoid cakes, muffins etc. We appreciate your support in this area.
School Fees
Fee instalments are due by the 21st of each month. If you have not paid your instalment, could you please do so now. If you have any queries or concerns, please contact Jeni Muller via email: jmuller4@arm.catholic.edu.au or phone 67421136.