From the Principal
Mrs Belinda Burton
Letter from Ms Regina Menz - Staffing while Mrs Burton is on Leave
Catholic Schools Week 28th May
We are looking forward to Catholic Schools Week, next week!
MONDAY
Musica Viva 12:30pm Kindergarten to Year 3, 2:10pm Years 4-6
TUESDAY
Reconciliation Year 5 & 6 10am in the Cathedral
WEDNESDAY
The Spirit of Catholic Education Mass and Awards Wednesday, May 28th.
Mass in the Cathedral at 11 a.m., followed by awards presentation.
Mass Time: 11.00 am Year 4, 5 & 6 to attend.
Awards Time: 1.00 pm Awards Ceremony Venue: St Mary's Primary School Hall
WEDNESDAY
Kindergarten Geography sharing 2:30pm in the Kindergarten Room
THURSDAY
Eisteddfod String Group 12pm Walk to NECOM
FRIDAY
Whole School Assembly 2:40pm School Hall.
At our Assembly we will showcase what has been happening at St Mary's. Students will receive the Athletics Age Championship medals and the winning house wil be announced.
Bag Tag Request K-6
Parents, we need your help to ensure a smooth and organised school environment for our children. Please make sure your child's bag only has two tags: a name tag and a tag indicating home time arrangements. We have had instances of children taking other children's bag tags, and it's almost impossible to return them, especially without names.
Also, please do not allow your son or daughter to bring toys to school. If an item is brought in for "news," please ensure it has your child's name clearly marked on it.
Thank you for your understanding and support with these requests.
Congratulations Molly & Sophie
Congratulations to Molly and Sophie Schmude on their selection to the NSWPSSA U12s hockey team. The girls will travel to Bendigo for the National Titles in August.
Annual Art Show - Thursday 15th May
Huge congratulations to our two Operation Art Competition winners: Isla Bournes (Infants - Year 2) and Eli Morris (Primary - Year 4)! Their fantastic artwork will now be sent to Sydney for the next stage of the competition. Good luck, Isla and Eli!
A big well done to all the students who received a Merit Award in their classes! Your impressive work has been entered into the NERAM & UNE Art Competition 'Let's Hang It'. We're so proud of your artistic talent!
P&F Art Auction Raises $1400!
A massive thank you and congratulations to our wonderful P&F for their incredibly successful art auction! Three beautiful pieces by Mrs. de Stoop, grandmother of James Graham (Year 6), were auctioned off, raising an amazing $1400 for the school.
Our sincere gratitude goes to Mrs. de Stoop for her generous donation of the artwork, and to Michael Clarke, Jane Graham, and the families who purchased pieces. Your support is invaluable!
And to the P&F, thank you also for catering such a lovely evening. It was a wonderful event!
Athletics Carnival
Congratulations to Mr. Lester, staff, students, and parents on a fantastic and fun carnival!
A huge thank you to all the students for their wonderful participation, and a very special thanks to the parents for their amazing support with both the carnival and the canteen. Your collective efforts truly made the carnival a great day!
Eisteddfod
A huge CONGRATULATIONS to every child who participated in the Choirs at the Eisteddfod on Wednesday! What outstanding recognition and achievement of your talents.
A very big thank you to Ms. McNeall for expertly preparing the choirs.
Open Day for Kinder 2026
It was a true pleasure to welcome so many families to St. Mary's and share the wonderful opportunities our community offers. A huge thank you to our dedicated staff, amazing school captains, and our parent representative for sharing their insights this morning. Everyone truly highlighted what a special place St. Mary's is!
Kindergarten 2026 Enrolments Now Open!
We're now accepting enrolment applications for Kindergarten 2026! If you're interested in joining the St. Mary's family, please contact our school office to obtain an enrolment form. We look forward to hearing from you!
Kindergarten Enrolments for 2026
Enrolments are now open for Kindergarten 2026. Our school open morning for Kindergarten will be Tuesday 13th May 2025
Please contact the school for an enrolment package - 6772 4441 or email
CONFIRMATION - Sacramental Program Dates for 2025
Lesson 6 Sunday - 25th May 9am Cathedral
Lesson 7 Practice -Sunday 1 June 9am Cathedral
Pentecost Sunday - 10am Mass 8 June
Please keep the Year 6 students being Confirmed in your prayers.
School Athletics Carnival - BBQ 4th May
School Fete November 15th (We are looking for a Fete Convenor ?????)
Calling for Nominations for the School Advisory Council (SAC) in 2025
Please ensure that forms are returned to the school office by Week 6 (Friday 6th June).
The function of the School Advisory Council (SAC) provides the opportunity for members of the school and parish to support the mission of Catholic education in the school. Working with the Principal and the Parish Priest, the members of the Council provide guidance and support to the school community. The Council operates within the policies and procedures determined by the Catholic Schools Office. The Principal has responsibility for the day to day leadership and management of the school. The members of the School Advisory Council are comprised of the Parish Priest, Principal, staff, parent members, co-opted members. The meetings are only attended by members of the Council and are held once a term.
The School Advisory Council has a responsibility to advise in the following areas.
- The development of the Catholic identity, ethos and mission of the school.
- The pastoral care strategies in the school community.
- Promotion of the school.
- Monitoring of the annual budget.
- Ensuring compliance with regulations by school associations and committees such as the P&F.
- Development of local strategic plans (finance, buildings, resources) and contributing to diocesan educational strategic planning.
- Facilitation of school community responses in conjunction with Catholic system, engaging with governments on school funding and other relevant issues.
- Other matters as requested by the Principal or Parish Priest.
Please see attached:Role of School Advisory CouncilNomination FormConflict of Interest Form.
Role_of_School_Advisory_Council._docx_(3).pdf
Conflict_of_Interest_Form_.pdf
Wearing our Uniform with Pride
Thank you parents for ensuring your children were wearing their full Winter uniform for the Eisteddfod this week, it was very evident that we take pride in our presentation.
Maintaining a high uniform standards is an important part of our school's identity and plays a significant role in fostering a sense of pride and respect for our school.
Our uniform identifies St Mary's School within the community and develops a sense of school spirit and belonging within the student body. Some specific uniform requirements, such as shoes, hats, hair and jewellery, are directly related to student safety. The wearing of the correct school uniform is compulsory, and students are expected to arrive wearing it daily, ready to learn. Families are asked to ensure that each item of clothing is clearly labelled.
We thank you for your partnership in this important aspect of school life.
