Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander News
St Philomena's School Moree
LAST NEWS LETTER FOR 2025
Kids return to school on :
Thursday the 5th of Febuary
Term Dates 2025
Gaadha Gayaa! (Happy Christmas).
Here is a link to a song that has been done in Gamilaraay for a Gaadha gayaa.
KIAH PRESCHOOL
Kiah Preschool had their 60th anniversary on the 26th of November, Georgie a ex staff member and Branden a ex student attended the event. It was a beautiful celebration with a short film of the origninal teachers, other activities like weaving and guest speakers who spoke of what the past looked like for any of our Aboriginal families in Moree some who are apart of the Phillies family. Well done kiah staff for all the work they have put into the day.
Administration team to follow up with
policies and procedures reading attendance. This has seen our Admin team send letters and create meeting times for families to attend and discuss their child/ren's absences. It is crucial that families respond to these letters and meeting times if they are received.
Kindy Transition has finally come to a end, as well as all the kids getting to see their new classes for next year. We cant wait to see all the new kids and returning children come back next year ready to learn and have fun !
Canteen
Recess and Lunch orders can be ordered on the Compass app. Please see the steps below for ordering. If emergency meals need to be dropped to the school, please take note of the students break times and have meals at school on time. This will help your child have a smoother day and not miss crucial learning in the classroom.
Primary Break Times -
Recess: 11am - 11:30am
Lunch: 1pm - 1:30pm
Secondary Break Times -
Recess: 11.10am - 11:40am
Lunch: 1:40pm - 2:10pm
