Reminders
Donations for Vinnies and the Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project
Students and families are invited to donate toiletries, non-perishable foods and gift vouchers for Vinnies and the Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project. These contributions offer hope and dignity to individuals and families doing it tough, embodying the Gospel message: “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me” (Matthew 25:40).
We thank our school community for their generosity and support of our work in this space. It makes a significant difference and we are so grateful, thank you!
Donations can be brought to TA, left at the College Office or with Mrs Chapman.
Time Capsule 2000 - 2025
We have delivered and shared the contributions and contents of the 2000 Time Capsule which was opened earlier this year. We hope the families have enjoyed reminiscing and sharing what was discovered. We are hoping to rebury our time capsule and our current students and staff will be providing contributions for this. If you would like to add a contribution, please contact Rach Chapman at the College. These items will become a treasured snapshot of our community’s spirit in 2025.
End of Year Liturgy
Thursday 11th December at 11.30am in the Brigidine Centre
We warmly invite all families to join us for our Whole College End of Year Liturgy. This final gathering allows us to give thanks for the year that has been and to ask God’s blessing upon our holidays and the year ahead.
2025 School Finish Dates
Friday 12th December will be the final day of classes for all Years 7-11 students.
Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th December will be Activity Days for Foundation to Year 6 students. These days will include a range of engaging and fun activities to celebrate the conclusion of the school year.
Secondary students (Years 7-11) are not required to attend school on these two days, however, if supervision is required, they are welcome to attend and suitable arrangements will be made for them.
The final day for all students will be Tuesday 16th December with a 3.20pm finish.
The College Office will close for the year on Tuesday 16th December.
2026 Term Dates and Student Free Days
Term 1
Friday 30th January - Foundation, Year 7 and VCE students commence
Monday 2nd February - All other students to commence
Friday 6th March - Student Free Day
Thursday 2nd April - Last day of Term 1
Term 2
Monday 20th April - Student Free Day
Tuesday 21st April - Term 2 commences for all students
Tuesday 12th May - Student Free Day for Subject Teacher Conversations
Friday 5th June - Student Free Day
Friday 26th June - Last day of Term 2
Term 3
Monday 13th July - Student Free Day
Tuesday 14th July - Term 3 commences for all students
Wednesday 5th August - Student Free Day for Staff Spirituality Day
Monday 24th August - Student Free Day for Subject Teacher Conversations
Friday 18th September - Last day of Term 3
Term 4
Monday 5th October - Term 4 commences for all students
Monday 2nd November - Student Free Day
Friday 11th December - Final day of classes for Years 7-11 students
Tuesday 15th December - Last day of school for 2026
Lost Property
We currently have a number of unnamed uniform items, lunch boxes and drink bottles in the lost property box and a number of jewellery items at the College Office.
Families can check for any items your child may be missing before the end of the school year. All unclaimed items will be donated to Vinnies during the school holidays.
The lost property box is located outside the door between the College Office and infant quadrangle.
St Augustine's Parish Christmas Masses
Children’s Mass and Christmas Party
Saturday13th December at 6.00pm
Families are warmly invited to join a joyful celebration Mass at St Augustine's Church on Saturday 13th December at 6.00pm followed by dinner and fun activities for children.
RSVP to Parish Office 03 5852 1026 or Mary 0427 190 282.
Come and share in the Spirit of Christmas with our Parish community. All welcome.
Christmas Eve
Wednesday 24th December – 8.00pm Mass after 7.30pm Carols
Christmas Day
Thursday 25th December – 8.30am Christmas Mass
SOLE Stars
Congratulations to our Term 4 Week 9 SOLE Stars.
Kyabram Bowls Club Car Park Reminder
A reminder to families that parking is not available at the Kyabram Bowls Club Car Park when the Bowlers Parking Only Today sign is displayed.
Young children walking and running through the area creates a safety risk when bowls club members are driving through and backing out of the car park.
We appreciate the Bowls Club allowing families to use the carpark on non-bowling days and we ask all families to please adhere to the sign when it is out and find alternative parking options. Thank you for your assistance.
Changes to Social Media Age Restrictions
From 10th December 2025, social media age restrictions will be introduced in Australia to help protect young Australians.
Under these new rules, social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, X (Twitter) and YouTube will be required to take reasonable steps to stop children under 16 from creating or keeping an account.
The changes aim to reduce the pressures and risks that come with social media use, including exposure to harmful content and design features that encourage excessive screen time.
This is not a ban, but rather a delay to social media use until the age of 16. There will be no penalities for parents or young people, however, social media companies may face consequences if they fail to comply.
You can find the latest information on the eSafety website: www.esafety.gov.au
The eSafety Commissioner has also prepared an eight-step guide and action plan to help families prepare for the transition. Find out more at the eSafety Get-ready Guide for under-16s.
Familes are also encouraged to read this helpful and independent guide by the Co-Founder and Director of SchoolTV, James Wilson. It is being recognised by many as a key resource in understanding the new regulations:
👉 https://schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-new-social-media-regulations
You can also reach out to your child’s TA for support on how we can help at school.