Welcome to Term 4

Welcome back, everyone, to the last term for 2026.

I hope you had a wonderful break and had the opportunity to spend some quality time as a family and recharge your batteries for what will be a busy but exciting term ahead. So buckle yourself in and let's see what's ahead.

School Disco

Next Friday, October 16th, we will hold our School Disco. This is the social event of the year for our children and should prove to be a huge hit! Doors open at 6:30 pm, and children must be collected by 8:00 pm.

THIS WILL BE A MOBILE PHONE-FREE EVENT.

Mobile phones will not be permitted to be taken into the hall.

Our PFA will be assigned various supervision tasks throughout the evening. We kindly ask parents to drop their children off at 6:30 p.m. and return to collect them at 8:00 p.m. sharp.

Our Disco is open only to children in Years Prep-6. The cost is $10.00 per child ($15 per family), payable at the door on the night. Once inside, children will not be permitted to leave the hall until they are collected by their parents at the conclusion.

Our always-popular Candy Corner will be open, where children can purchase goodies such as drinks, snacks, and glow sticks!

Our School Disco is always a popular event on the calendar, and this year will be no exception!

Footsteps Dance Program

Our much-loved dance program commences this term with all children in Years Prep - 6 participating in weekly workshops commencing this Friday.

The program will culminate with a performance: Rhythm Revolution at our traditional end-of-year Christmas Picnic.

Interschool Sport

Our Interschool Sports Program resumes this term with our Year 5/6 children competing in the Footscray District Summer Sports Competition.

Our children will be competing in basketball, bat-tennis, Newcombe, and cricket. The competition commences next Friday, October 16th, and we wish them well.

Italian Day

Next Wednesday, October 14th, our children will participate in Corpus Christi Italian Day.

This is an exciting day when we, as a school community, will celebrate all things Italian. The children will participate in four special activities they selected during their Italian lessons.

As a part of the celebrations, our wonderful PFA is organising a special lunch for the children. Order forms were sent home yesterday with each child. Please make sure these are completed and returned by this Friday 9th October.

To enhance the atmosphere, we would love for the children to come to school dressed in something that reflects Italian culture. In the past, we have been graced with the presence of soccer players, an ancient Roman soldier, a pizza chef, and even a special visit from a mini Pinocchio. Colours that represent a nation or a flag (red, white, and green for Italy) can also make a colourful costume.

All families are invited ot stay for our traditional Italian Parade at 9:10am.

Year 5/6 Camp

On Wednesday 21st October, our Year 5 and 6 students for 2026 will head off to Camp Marysville for 3 days and 2 nights.

The aim of our camping program is to provide opportunities within the context of our Catholic principles and values that:

Develop deeper learning, confidence, independence, responsibility and sense of community
Promotes self-esteem, resilience, resourcefulness and leadership
Extends learning beyond the classroom
Provides opportunities to explore different environmental settings
Develops an appreciation of the wonder of the world
Enhances physical, social and emotional growth
Promotes growth of relationships

Children will partciapte in activities such as Canoeing, Bouldering, Giants Ladder and Archery, just to name a few.

Miss Andrea Rodriguez, Miss Kaitlin Ferris, Mrs Veronica Tweedly, Mr Dan Palanca and Miss Jess Kenny will accompany the children. We thank these teachers in advance for giving up their time and we hope all campers have a wonderful experience.

Swimming Program

Our Year Prep-4 Swimming Program commences on Wednesday 4th November, and will run for eight (8) consecutive days at the Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre.

Swimming is part of the Physical Education curriculum, and it is expected that all students attend. Students travel to and from the venue by bus each day, and each lesson lasts 43 minutes.

Full details will be provided to families in the coming days via nForma .

Year Prep 2027 Transition

The first of our Transition Days for our Year Prep 2027 children will be held on Friday 6th November.

This marks a very special time for our future Prep students and their families as we begin our journey together in learning and community. Transition Days provide a wonderful opportunity for children to explore their new learning environment, meet teachers and classmates, and start feeling at home in our school.

We look forward to welcoming our newest learners and beginning this exciting partnership with families as we prepare for an amazing start to 2027!

Commuinty Fair

With just 38 sleeps to go, get ready for the Event of the Year — not to be missed!

Join the Corpus Christi, Annunciation and St Augustine’s communities on Saturday, 14 November, from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm at Corpus Christi School, Kingsville, for a day of family fun that will blow your minds!

There’ll be something for everyone: thrilling rides, raffles, auctions, delicious food, market stalls, live entertainment, games and plenty of family-friendly activities.

With the support of our wonderful sponsors, we’re bringing our vibrant school communities together to celebrate and raise valuable funds for our students.

Mark your calendars, bring your family and friends, and follow us on Instagram @communityfairaccsa for updates. We can’t wait to see you there!

And if that's not enough...

We've also got an ABC Music Concert, Advent celebrations, Year 6 Graduation, and, of course, our End-of-Year Picnic and Concert.

Make sure you keep a close eye on our Calendar of Events so you are up-to-date with all the news.

Applications for Students starting Year 7 in 2029 at a Catholic Secondary

Applications for students starting Year 7 in 2029 at a Cathoilic Secondary School will open on Wednesday 27 January 2027 and close on Friday 13 August 2027.

Offers will be posted to 2029 prospective Year 7 applicants on Friday 15 October 2027. • Parents/carers will be required to accept an offer by Friday 5 November 2027.

Fees and Levies

Thank you to all families who are up to date with fee and levy payments for 2026. This is a reminder that (unless you are on a payment plan) fees and levies for the 2026 school year need to be finalised by Friday, 20th November.

Summer Uniform

This term, the children will transition into their summer uniform by the end of Week Two. If you need uniform items, please contact the school office.

School Closure Days

Please mark in your diaries the remaining School Closure Days for 2026 -

Monday 2nd November: Professional Practice Day: Assessment and Reporting
Tuesday 3rd November: Melbourne Cup Public Holiday

Awards and Celebrations

BIRTHDAYS

October