Principal's message

After an action-packed 5/6 camp in Anglesea last week, one thing has become very clear… the importance of a good night’s sleep! 

Camp was full of adventure, laughter, late-night chats and a little less actual sleeping than usual!  A highlight of the camp was the surfing experience. For many students, this was a completely new skill, but they embraced the challenge with determination and grit. It was fantastic to see so many students persist, support one another, and experience the success of standing up on the board. Most importantly, all students thoroughly enjoyed the experience and the opportunity to try something new.

While the memories made were absolutely worth it, many of our students returned just a little more tired than usual — and maybe a bit slower to unpack their bags!

Sleep plays a huge role in helping our bodies recover, our minds refocus, and our moods stay positive.   So if your child seems extra sleepy this week, you’re not alone — a few early nights and some quiet downtime will work wonders.

Thank you to our staff who attended to ensure a great time was had by all — a true superpower. Additionally, thanks to the St Monica's staff who remained at school to ensure a calm and settled environment for learning!

Athletics 

Congratulations to MERCY for winning the 2026 School Athletics Carnival! A fantastic achievement and a reflection of the team spirit, participation and determination shown by all students in the house.

• 1st Mercy (Red)
• 2nd McAuley (Green)
• 3rd Backhaus (Gold)
• 4th Augustine (Blue)

Congratulations to all students who participated in our recent athletics event. It was wonderful to see such enthusiasm, determination and school spirit on display throughout the day.

A special congratulations to those students who performed strongly and will progress to the next stage — we wish you all the very best as you continue to represent our school.

Enhancing Catholic School Identity

We are requesting family participation in the Enhancing Catholic School Identity (ECSI) project.  The purpose of this survey research is to gain meaningful insights into how our school views its Catholic identity today and how such identity might be shaped for tomorrow.  Details were sent 

Everyone’s input is important.

School Photos 

Just a friendly reminder that school photos are taking place this Monday the 30th of March. 

Any families wanting to order a family photo for their children, please make sure these are ordered by 4:30pm today, the 27th of March. If they are not ordered on time unfortunately they will not be able to take place.

Students may wear their hair down for photos on the day if they prefer (and tie back up afterwards).  As per our uniform expectations:

• Jewellery is not permitted as part of the school uniform (e.g. rings / bracelets / non-religious necklaces).
• Natural hair colouring is acceptable, providing a combination of two or more colours is not used. Non-natural hair colouring is not acceptable. e.g., green
• Nail polish is not be worn to school
• Earrings may be worn in the ear lobe/s only (studs or sleepers only).  Long dangling earrings are a safety concern and not permitted.

2027 Enrolment Information

We are coming to the point of the year (already) where we are commencing our enrolment process for next year.  

Our 2027 School Information Night will be Wednesday 6th May at 6:00pm. School Open Week is Monday 4 – Friday 8 May and with school tours running.

If you know of anyone who is interested in enrolling at St Monica's, please share this information or direct them to contact our office. 

Canteen 

With Thursday 2nd April the last day of Term 1, the canteen is closed for school orders.  It will re-open in Term 2. 

School Assembly

We will have a school assembly next Wednesday 1 April where we will draw the Easter Raffle at 2.30pm.

Ride to School Day 

It was great to see so many students participating in Ride to School Day by riding, scooting or walking to school. The enthusiasm and involvement were fantastic, promoting healthy habits and an active start to the day. Well done to everyone who took part!

A huge thank you to Corey from Vicotria Police SOLO, who came to show the motorbike, interact with the students and discuss road laws and safety with our school community.  Thank You! 

Mercy Wing Refurbishment

The Mercy Wing refurbishment continues to remain on schedule with an expected finish in the Easter school holidays.  

The glass windows and doors have been installed and painting has finished.  We look forward to opening the new classrooms early in Term 2.