Corpus Christi School Newsletter 

From the Principal's Desk

Building Program

It's Finally happenning!

 

We are very excited to announce that the final stage of our Building Program (as communicated late last year) will commence in the coming weeks after months of design, consultations and submissions. 

 

This stage: The Reconstruction and Development of our Administration Building has been in the pipeline for some time now, having been interrupted by the COVID years and the soaring costs to follow.

 

The stage will see the realization of our Master Plan and be the final piece of the puzzle in the transformation of every building and playground since my time as Principal.

 

The proposed works will increase our physical identity (and orientation to the church) and embody and represent the school's Catholic context and contemporary pedagogy.

Specifically, the proposed works in and around the existing Administration Block will address the need for: 

  • Separate reception areas for the public and student population

  • A sickbay visible and accessible to staff alone

  • Private and discreet office spaces to conduct meetings

  • Designated administration work area that does not become a thoroughfare for traffic

  • Increased provision of staff amenities (for a staff that has doubled in size in recent years

  • A clearly visible Entrance and Gathering Space

As with any school building project, there will be necessary changes and adjustments to ensure the work can proceed safely and efficiently. These will include:

  • Relocation of certain  spaces, including the Administration building

  • Changes to traffic flow on and around school grounds

  • Temporary decanting of some areas

  • Adjustments to drop-off and pick-up procedures

We understand these changes may cause some inconvenience, and we appreciate your understanding and support during this time. A detailed plan outlining all changes will be communicated to families next week.

Combined Schools Big Day Out

Next Monday 5th May, is our Combined Schools Big Day Out.

 

Together with the children and staff from St Augustine's and  Annunciation Schools, we will celebrate Mass at St Augustine’s Church at 10:15 am followed by a sausage sizzle lunch and a movie (Snow White) at Sun Theatre Yarraville. The children will receive a Pop Top and popcorn to enjoy during the movie.

 

We will depart from Corpus Christi at 9:45 am and return at approximately 3:15 pm.

 

Full details have been communicated by Operoo. Please make sure you give permission for your child to attend.

 

Please note there will be NO ASSEMBLY next Monday.

School Photos

Our school photo day is scheduled for next Tuesday, 6th May. 

Please ensure you have completed your order ONLINE including SIBLING ORDERS.

 

All children are to wear their SUMMER UNIFORM:

Boys: Blue short sleeve shirt, grey shorts, grey socks, black shoes

 

Girls: Summer dress, white socks, black shoes (stockings/tights are not to be worn)

 

Jumpers may be worn throughout the day but will be removed for the photos. The Student Leaders, Sports Leaders and Social  Justice Leaders need to wear their badges for photos.

 

As per our policy, long hair is to be tied back using blue/black or white hair accessories!

 

Photos commence at 9:00 am sharp so please have children at school on time and presented neatly.

 

We understand that on this day some classes have PE. Children can bring a pair of runners to change into later if they choose.

Winter Uniforms

This term, children will begin to transition into their winter uniform. If families need to purchase items, please complete an order form available from the front office or the website and submit it to the school office. 

 

Alternatively, place an order via email to info@cckingsville.catholic.edu.au

 and we will call you when it's ready to collect.

 

For the first few weeks of Term 2, you can choose between summer or winter uniform depending upon the weather. Children will need to wear the full winter uniform from the week beginning Monday 12th May.

Mothers' Day Breakfast & Stall

On Friday, 9th May we will celebrate all the mothers, grandmothers and other special ladies in our lives with our annual Mothers' Day events.

 

From 8:00 am until 8:45 am Egg and Bacon Rolls, will be served and of course, we will have the coffee van on-site.

 

Around 9:15 am our Mothers' Day Stall will commence.

 

Based upon parent feedback, this year our PFA is taking a different tact with the stall. It's all a big secret but we will provide a few more details next week.

 

An Operoo Form will be sent out requesting volunteers for the Breakfast (BBQ Helpers needed) and the Mothers' Day Stall. 

 

Please note that all volunteers must hold a valid Working with Children Check.

 

Have a wonderful Week

God Bless

Anthony Hyde

(Principal)