Message from the 

School Principal

Dear Sacred Heart Families & Friends,

With such a busy term already, there is much to look forward to over the coming weeks as we head towards the end of Term 2.  In the Faith Life & Learning and Teaching news section of our newsletter, Cath has provided all of the details about upcoming events and celebrations including Learning Showcases, Sacred Heart Feast Day celebrations on the 14th June and the Winter Warmth Drive. 

The children have also been busy preparing for their upcoming Learning Conferences on Wednesday, 26th June. They are very excited to share their learning with you soon. See below for more information about the Learning Conferences.

Semester One reports will be released via nForma on Friday 21st June. 5K reports will be released on Wednesday 19th June. You will receive information via Operoo regarding gaining access to your child's report.

Wishing you all an enjoyable long weekend and we look forward to seeing everyone back at school next Tuesday. 

I remain yours in faith and gratitude,

Kaylene Carlin

SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

Learning Conferences - Wednesday 26th June (Class free day)

Camp Australia will be running on this day. Parents will be able to pick their child up from Camp Australia to attend the learning conference and return them afterwards for those who need to. 

What are Learning Conferences at Sacred Heart?

A Learning Conference is a meeting with a student and his or her family and teachers during which the student shares their work and discusses progress with their parent/guardian. The teacher facilitates/guides the meeting with input from the student and family. The Learning Conference is for 10 minutes. If you think you will need more time, please discuss this with your teacher prior to the appointment date.

Students will share two pieces of work with their family which will help students reflect on their learning, growth and future goals.

What is our why?

Learning Conferences are an important part of the assessment and reporting policy and strategies. Learning Conferences can:-

• enhance both student & parent engagement in the educative process 
• empower students by taking ownership of their learning, reflecting upon their personal goals
• help students build trust with their teacher, and deepen the capacity for students to advocate for themselves
• build relationships and connections between all involved
• support effective teaching
• support students to think critically about their learning

What are the roles?

The teacher acts as a guide for the discussion

The student presents their work and facilitates the discussion

The parents listen and speak with their child about his or her academic and social progress and needs & ask questions of the teacher.

When?

Wednesday, 26th June - All classes except Year 5K

Thursday, 20th June - Year 5K

Year 5K only 

Please note, Year 5K Learning Conferences will be held on Thursday, 20th June as Kristian is taking leave in Week 11 to return to Ireland for his upcoming wedding. Year 5K parents are invited to pick up their child from the classroom for their Learning Conference with Kristian which will be held in the Student Wellbeing room opposite Year 5K. Classes will still be held for Year 5K on this day however it will be a class free day for all students on the 26th June.

Year 4H only

Sue and Rosaria will be holding Year 4H learning conferences in Heaven's absence. Year 4H parents will have an opportunity to also meet with the Kim Dalmau (Maths Leader) and Cath Palmer (RE/Inquiry) who have been supporting the children & educators in the classroom this term. You will only need to make one booking and Cath & Kim will also be in the classroom on the day of the Learning Conferences. 

Bookings

Bookings for Learning Conferences can be made via School Interviews on the following link or using the QR code shown here. Bookings will open at 9am Tuesday morning, 11th June.

Or click here to book a Learning Conference for your child/ren.

If you have any questions or need to make an alternate time, please contact your child's teacher.