Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

As we come to the end of another busy and rewarding term, I want to sincerely thank our school community for your continued support, involvement, and partnership. Together, we create a strong, caring environment where our students can thrive. Wishing you all a safe and restful holiday break.

Semester One Reports are available for you to view.  

You can access your child's report through your nForma Parent app or the desktop version of the nForma Parent Portal.

The Parent Portal Login for desktop is: https://portal.nforma.com.au/login

Please see the newsletter on the Deputy Principal Page for step-by-step instructions.

Parent/Student/Teacher Learning Conversations

This week, we look forward to welcoming families for our Learning Conversations. These conversations are a valuable opportunity to celebrate each child’s progress, share insights, and strengthen the partnership between home and school. Please note some changes for some class levels.

Student Led Conversations 

• Wednesday 24th June 4:00pm -6:00pm
• Thursday 25 June June 9:00am -6:20pm  -School Closure Day 

For students in:

• Year 1OB Student-Led Learning conversations will be held on Thursday 6 August and a booking link will be shared closer to the date. 
• Year 4ZK Student-Led Learning conversations will be held in the first week back in Term 3 and Ms Karalis and Ms Zorzut will be in contact to arrange an appointment time.

Emmaus Parish – An Exciting New Chapter

This week, our parish community received the wonderful news that the Archbishop has formally approved the amalgamation of the Brunswick Moreland Catholic Community parishes, paving the way for the establishment of Emmaus Parish, Brunswick Moreland, from 1 August 2026.

This is a significant milestone in the life of our parish and school communities, bringing together St Ambrose, Our Lady Help of Christians, St Joseph's and St Fidelis' under one parish family. The article also outlines future plans for parish life, governance, community engagement, faith formation, outreach initiatives and the development of parish facilities.

We encourage all families to take the time to read the full article in the Religious Education section of this week's newsletter to learn more about this exciting journey and the opportunities for parishioners to contribute to shaping the future of Emmaus Parish.

As a school community, we look forward to continuing our strong partnership with our parish as we embrace this new chapter together.

Farewell and Best Wishes to Erika (Education Support Officer) 

On behalf of the St Fidelis community, we extend our special thanks to Erika for her dedication and care in supporting our children. Your kindness, patience and commitment have made a positive difference in the lives of many students and families. We are grateful for all that you have contributed during your time with us. We wish you every success, happiness and blessing for the future. Goodbye and good luck, Erika. You will always be a valued part of the St Fidelis family.

Some of our achievements and events this term include:

• St Fidelis Feast Day Celebration
• ANZAC  Day Ceremony with Anthony Cianflone and RSL Representative
• Peace Pole ceremony 
• Numerous excursions &  incursions - Foundation to Year Six 
• Over 40 School Tours for Foundation 2027
• 2027 Foundation interviews completed both existing and new
• Parent workshops -Numeracy, 
• Faith Education  workshops & First Eucharist Celebration
• Lunch Order Days Food Days
• Walk to School Day
• Storytime Term Two 
• Apple slinky Fridays 
• District Winter sports 
• G.A.T.E.W.A.Y.S 
• Year 5/6 School Camp - Sovereign Hill
• Local Kindergarten visitors to our STEM space
• Mother day Assembly and breakfast
• Parent and friends Meetings
• School Advisory Board meetings
• PSG Meetings
• Italian day Celebration 

Thank you for a great term of learning! We are looking forward to another exciting term in Term 3.

Please note these important dates for Beginning of Term 3

Week One:

Monday July 13th

Year 4 Student Led Conferences (July 13th, 16th & 17th) 

7:00pm 100 Year Celebration Meeting ALL WELCOME  (STEM room)

Tuesday July 14th  

Year One Excursion Werribee Zoo

7:00pm Parents and Friends  Meeting

Week Two:

Tuesday July  21st

Teeth On Wheels

Friday July 24th

9:15am Grandparents Mass & celebrations day 

OVERDUE SCHOOL FEES DUE THIS WEEK 

Thank you to all the families who have paid their fees in full. Our school does rely on school fees for many recurrent costs so prompt payment is appreciated. Thank you to all the families who have paid their fees in full.

These are two ways you can pay your fees: 

• Credit card over the phone or in person
• Direct Debit using bank details below

Please call the office and the administration staff  will arrange credit card payment over the phone or alternatively if you prefer to pay by direct debit, please use the bank details below. If any families need to discuss alternative arrangements for the payment of fees, please contact me directly.  

Included are the Bank details for your ease of payment: 

CDF:                        (Catholic Development Fund)

BSB:                         083 347

ACCOUNT:            65 603 6380

REF:                         Childs name Fee Account Number

ACCOUNT TO:     St Fidelis Primary School

Teeth on Wheels Dental Van Visit

Teeth On Wheels will be visiting our School for dental check-ups starting on July 21st 2026.

We understand that dental visits can feel intimidating for children, which is why Teeth On Wheels makes oral health education both fun and engaging. When children enjoy their experience with the dentist, it sets a foundation for positive oral health habits that last a lifetime. Fun, hands-on activities help children develop good habits like regular brushing, flossing, and understanding the importance of healthy teeth. This enjoyable approach not only reduces fear but empowers children to take ownership of their oral health. By creating a positive experience at an early age, we are setting the stage for healthier smiles and stronger habits throughout their life.

To ensure your child is part of this visit, please complete the consent form by clicking the link below:

Complete the consent form HERE!

The cut-off date for completing your child’s form is July 14th 2026.

For any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Teeth On Wheels team at (03) 9338 1191.

Have a lovely term break 

Manuela