Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

As this is the final newsletter for 2024 and as the year draws to a close, I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your unwavering support and assistance throughout the year. It has been a privilege to partner with you in nurturing and guiding our students through their learning and growth journeys. Your involvement, encouragement and trust have made a significant impact on the lives of the children in our care.

This year has been filled with memorable moments—from engaging classroom activities to special events, celebrations and achievements that have highlighted the spirit and dedication of our school community. Whether it was your presence at assemblies, your contributions to fundraisers or simply your words of encouragement, every effort has been deeply appreciated.

As we prepare for the festive season, I hope this time brings you and your loved ones moments of joy, peace, and togetherness. Christmas is a time for reflection, gratitude, and hope—a time to celebrate the love we share with family and friends. May your holiday season be filled with happiness and cherished memories.

Looking ahead to 2025, we are excited to continue building on the foundations we have laid this year. There are many wonderful opportunities and initiatives planned to ensure our school remains a place where every student feels valued, supported and inspired to reach their full potential.

Thank you for being a vital part of our school community. On behalf of the staff at StMM’s, I wish you a blessed Christmas and a joyful New Year. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2025 for another wonderful year.

Kind Regards,

Grace

Grace Carlo-Stella

Principal 

Academic Awards

The Academic Awards to celebrate and recognise the outstanding achievements of our students. These awards will honour excellence across each key learning area as well as encouragement awards and school spirit for students from kindergarten to year six. 

The awards will be presented next week from 2:30pm in the cola area. Parents of students receiving awards have been advised by email. We warmly invite families to join us in celebrating the hard work and dedication of our students. 

Tuesday 10th December              Religious Education, English and Mathematics Awards

Wednesday 11th December        Human Society and its Environment, Science &                                                                                   Technology Awards

Thursday 12th December             Creative Arts, Personal Development, Health & Physical                                                                   Education Awards

Friday 13th December                   Encouragement Awards, School Spirit Awards

Year six will receive their academic awards following the Mass of Graduation on Thursday 12, December. During the awards ceremony, the students will graduate from St Margaret Mary’s receiving a certificate of graduation, academic awards and other awards.

Classes for 2025

Classes for 2025 will be released on Tuesday, 17 December, via Compass. On this day, parents will receive information about the teachers assigned to their child’s grade. Students will also have the opportunity to meet their teacher for 2025 and their classmates.