From the Principal
Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful mums in our school community. I hope you all have the chance to put your feet up on Sunday and have a well deserved rest. I know that I am so lucky in my life be have wonderfully supportive females including my wife, my mum and both my Nanna's (one is no longer with us).
This week Cardinals from around the world meet in Rome for the Conclave. This is the process used to elect a new Pope. The person who will be tasked with leading the Catholic Church for the foreseeable future. The video below shows the process undertaken by Cardinals.
Election Day BBQ:
A big thank you to all who contributed to our Election Day BBQ/Cake stall. We were blessed with beautiful weather which always makes the day more enjoyable. Big thanks to our Parents and Friends Committee, led by Emily Atkinson for their work. All money raised from the BBQ will go towards new backboards and rings for our Basketball courts.
Update from Beau:
Beau undertook a lengthy surgery on Monday. He is now in hospital and will recover before starting rehab. I know our whole school community sends our well wishes to Beau and the rest of the family. We are all thinking of you and sending love and prayers.
Fee reminder:
Just a reminder that school fees are now due. For families on weekly/fortnightly/monthly plans, nothing needs to change for you. However if you have not started making contributions can you please do so, or contact the office to set up a regular payment plan.
Athletics Day:
A huge thank you to Mrs Wicks for organising our Athletics Day last Friday. The weather was spectacular. Well done to all the students for trying their best and competing in great spirits. I would also like to acknowldge the parent helpers who volunteered their time to help the day run smoothly.
Caritas Water Relay and Free Dress Day:
I have had to update a few dates in the important dates tab, including our free dress day and water relay event. This will now take place tomorrow.
District Cross Country:
District Cross Country will take place on Friday 23rd of May at Crystal Brook Park. Mrs Wicks will share some information with families shortly.
Division Cross Country:
Division Cross Country will take place on Tuesday 3rd of June. Mrs Wicks will provide more information to families as the date approaches.
Mother's Day event @ Belgrave Parish:
Walk to School Day:
National Walk Safely to School Day is an annual event in Australia that encourages primary school children to walk or commute safely to school. This year, it's on Friday, May 16, 2025. The event, championed by the Pedestrian Council of Australia, aims to promote road safety, health, and environmental benefits of active transport.
Working Bee, 24th of May:
We are holding our Term 2 Working Bee on Saturday, 24th of May @ 9:00am.
Premier's Reading Challenge:
Registrations are now open for the Premier's Reading Challenge 2025.
This is a great way to develop your childs love for reading and storytelling.
Please see or email our Librarian Mrs Norris for more information.
lnorris@smbelgrave.catholic.edu.au
National Simultaneous Storytime 2025:
This annual event will take place Wednesday May 21st at 12pm
This year's NSS book is The Truck Cat written by Deborah Frenkel and Illustrated by Danny Snell. This is a heartwarming story about cats and humans, immigration and identity.
Prep 2026 Enrolments:
Prep enrolments for next year have started rolling in. If you have a child who is starting Prep in 2026 I recommend you start working on the application (available on our website) or at least let me know so I can keep a spot open for you.
Principal
