Principal's Message

Dear Holy Family Community,

Thank You, Mrs Patrice Abood, School Marketing Officer

This week we say farewell to our School Marketing Officer, Patrice Abood, following a recent restructure of marketing roles across Catholic Schools Broken Bay. As part of this new model, one School Marketing Officer will support each precinct, providing a more consistent approach to marketing across our schools. Patrice has made the decision not to pursue the newly structured full-time role and will finish her time with Holy Family this week.

While we are sad to see her leave, we are incredibly grateful for the contribution she has made to our school community. Since joining Holy Family, Patrice has been a passionate champion of our school, sharing our story with warmth, creativity and authenticity. Through her work, she has showcased what makes Holy Family such a special place and has played a significant role in strengthening connections with current and prospective families. Her efforts have contributed to significant growth in our enrolments and helped ensure the wonderful learning, faith and community life of our school is known and celebrated.

Patrice has become a valued and much-loved member of our Holy Family. Her positivity, dedication and genuine care for our community have left a lasting impact on staff, students and families alike. On behalf of the entire Holy Family community, I would like to thank Patrice for her commitment, friendship and outstanding service to our school. We wish her every happiness, success and blessing as she begins her next chapter and know she will continue to achieve great things wherever her journey takes her.

Pupil Free Day Reminder

This is a reminder that next Monday, 17 August is a Pupil Free Day for all Holy Family and all schools in Catholic Schools Broken Bay. There will be no classes for students on this day.

This day has been set aside for staff to continue planning, programming, and professional learning in preparation for the Curriculum Reform, with a focus on the new Creative Arts, Science and Technology, History, and Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) syllabus documents.

Outside Hours School Care (OHSC) will be open for families who require care for their children. Please contact OHSC directly regarding bookings and availability.

Thank you for your support as we continue this important work to strengthen learning outcomes for all students.

Wellbeing in Action: Join the Conversation!  Term 3 P&F Forum - Wednesday 19 August

Discover how our 2026 Strategic Plan goal of Wellbeing is coming to life through Positive Behaviours for Learning (PBL). Learn how we are fostering a culture of respect, responsibility and belonging while celebrating student success every day.

Join us at the P&F Forum and be part of shaping a thriving school community.

Siena College

Looking forward to seeing you at the Winter Family Sleepout tonight.

Kind regards,

Pauline Dinale