Harmony Week

This week our students have been engaged in a variety of activities that highlighted the importance of inclusiveness, respect, and belonging. Students shared stories about their cultural backgrounds, participated in art and craft activities, and learned about traditions from around the world.

On Thursday, our school came alive with colour, culture, and community spirit as we celebrated Harmony Day with our families and friends. Students and staff proudly wore orange to represent the rich diversity that makes our school such a welcoming place.

A highlight of the celebration was our student presentations and shared afternoon tea, It was a wonderful opportunity for everyone to learn about each other here at St Mary's Inglewood and appreciate the diversity within our community.

Harmony Day reminds us that “Everyone Belongs,” and it was inspiring to see our school community come together to celebrate this important message. We are proud of the kindness, respect, and understanding our students show every day.

Thank you to all students, staff, and families who helped make this celebration so special.

Harmony Day Trivia

1. When was the first Harmony Day celebrated? a.2025 b. 1998 c 1999 d 1967 e.1867

2. What is the main message or slogan of Harmony Day? Answer: everyone belongs.

3. What continent do the largest number of Australians migrant currently come from? Answer : Asia.

4. True or false, Harmony Day is a public holiday in Australia? Answer : False, it’s an observance day.

5. Approximately what percentage of Australians were born overseas?

A 31.5% b 60% c67% d 98%

Answer Sheet

Q1. C. 1999

Q2 Everybody Belongs

Q3 Asia

Q4 False

Q5 A. 31.5%

Easter Egg Raffle

St Mary's will be running an Easter Egg Raffle. We are asking for donations to bulk up the prize pool for our raffle prizes. Please drop off your donated eggs, bunnies, gift baskets or treats to the front office. The raffle will now be drawn after the Community Easter Egg hunt on Monday, 30th March. Could all donations, money and sold tickets be returned by Wednesday 25th March.

Invitation to Afternoon Tea – Meet & Greet

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

We warmly invite you to join us each Wednesday at pick-up time for a relaxed Afternoon Tea and Meet & Greet at school.

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other families and staff and enjoy a friendly chat over tea and light refreshments. Whether you can stay for five minutes or a little longer, we would love to see you there.

When: Every Wednesday (from the 11th of March)

Time: At school pick-up

Where: St Mary's School

Building strong connections between home and school helps create a supportive and welcoming environment for our children. We hope you can join us!

Change to Pick Up & Supervision - End of Day Wednesdays

To support our parent engagement initiatives for Wednesday Afternoon Teas, there will be a change in pick-up routines. For the remainder of Term 2, students will need to be picked up from the front office gates on Wednesdays from 3:20pm. Whilst you're there, enjoy a cuppa or Tim Tam. Students who catch the bus will still be supervised.

St Mary's Fundraising - Early Bird Prize

Thank you for your support of our AFL Football Tipping Competition. This is one of our major fundraising events and we hope you will all enjoy a fun year of tipping with St Mary's.

The early bird prize draw for tippers who signed up and paid their entry fee by Round 2;

The 2026 winner is Bernice Fithall "Congratulations"

We’d like to thank our sponsor – The Australian Eucalyptus Oil Company – for their generous support in providing a gift pack valued at $75 for the lucky winner.

Volunteers Needed

We are looking for volunteers to support our school with the following events:

Cross Country/Junior Fun Day: Wednesday the 22nd of April (Working with Children Check required) Please contact the school for assistance, the WWC is free for volunteers.

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