Principal's message
St Monica's is a child-safe school.
We promote the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all students.
St Monica's Primary School
Welcome Back
Welcome back to Term 4! We hope everyone enjoyed a restful and refreshing break.
Term 4 is always our fastest and most exciting term of the year, packed with end-of-year celebrations, milestone events, and important learning steps. As we jump into these final weeks, here is what you need to know to help your child hit the ground running:
- SunSmart Reminder: As the weather warms up, hats are essential. Please ensure your child brings a school hat every day for outdoor play and PE.
- Stay Up to Date: Check the SimonEverywehre app and Term 4 Parent Calendar regularly so you don't miss key dates for upcoming events, excursions, and graduation celebrations.
Finish Strong: Keeping up consistent daily routines, good sleep habits, and punctual attendance helps students stay focused and feel confident right through to the last day.
We are proud of the growth our students have shown this year and look forward to celebrating their achievements together throughout Term 4. Thank you for your continued partnership and support!
Junior Unit Swimming Program
Next week the Junior students (Foundation - Grade 2) will participate in water awareness lessons at the Gurri Wanyarra Swimming Pool. The lessons will be running all week. Please check Simon Everywhere with details for students.
Quick Checklist for Parents:
Label Everything: Please clearly label all clothing - it makes dressing time after lessons much smoother.
Thank you for helping our students get ready for a fun and active week in the pool!
Term 4 Pupil Free Days
- Wed 28th Oct (Public Holiday)
- Mon 2nd Nov (Pupil Free)
New School Website
Over the holidays, our school website was updated. Redesigned to align with the Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) design framework, our new site provides a modern, fresh look and a seamless, user-friendly experience across all devices.
Families can now access school news and essential resources all in one central location. We invite you to explore the new design and discover how it reflects our vibrant school community within the wider Sandhurst network!
smkangarooflat.catholic.edu.au
Book Club Orders
Book Club orders close on Friday the 23rd of October. This is the last chance to order for this year.
Australian Maths Competition
Results are in and certificates will be presented to students at next Friday's school assembly @ 2:30pm.
Bendigo Cup Public Holiday
A reminder that Wednesday 28th October is a public holiday and the school will be closed for Bendigo Cup.
Grandparent's Day
We invite all Grandparents and friends to our Grandparent's Day celebration on Friday 23rd October @ 2:00pm.
Start with a cuppa in the Jaara, then tour through the school. More details in Catholic Identity section.
School Supervision Hours
Before School
Please note that school grounds are unsupervised before 8:30am. For the safety of all students, children should not arrive before this time.
After School
Students should be collected by 3:15pm, as the school day concludes at that time. If you anticipate being delayed, please contact the school office.
Families requiring care before 8:30am or beyond 3:15pm are encouraged to utilise the YMCA Before & After School Care program operating in the Jaara.
Managing Screen Time
“Parents have an important part to play in role modelling a positive approach to using screens and assisting young people to navigate the content they watch.”
See more at:
Managing Screen Time | St Monica's Primary School - Kangaroo Flat