Principal's News
Our theme for this year
Lets Care! Be the difference!
Dear Families,
MORNING DROP OFF
- Drop off - Please do not park in the Pedestrian Crossing in the morning. It is essential that you park before or after the pedestrian crossing for all our students and children's safety. Wait till the cars move along and then park.
- Do not drive into the playground or Parish parking in the morning. Parish staff and parishioners require that space.
- All the students and parents are doing a magical job by dropping off at the gate! Thank you!
- You need to drop off on the school side NOT the opposite side. This is dangerous.
- School commences at 8:50am so students need to be at school between 8:40am and 8:50am. It is very unsettling for students to miss the morning routine and this does affect their learning, mindset and routine. Please think about how to get to school on time and let me know if you need some advice or support.
AFTERNOON PICK UP
- All students are dismissed from the decking.
- All students are to walk down the ramp in an orderly manner.
- Parents who need to buckle up students, need to park and pick up their child/children.
- Parents who park their car need to walk to the deck to pick up their children.
- Valet parking pick up - NO PARENTS or CARERS to get out of the car.
- Teacher opens the door and assists the student to get in the car.
- Parents please drive right down to the water taps.
- Teachers will have students ready waiting on the deck.
We had a rigorous discussion at the School Advisory Council (SAC) on Tuesday evening about the beginning and end of day pick up. The SAC will be working on a ‘St Kevin’s Traffic Management Plan’. Hopefully this will be in draft by the beginning of Term 2, 2024.
School Fees
School Fees have been send out to families. If you have any questions please email me gleone@sktemplestowelr.catholic.edu.au
School Advisory Council
We require two new SAC members for 2024. Thank you to Faith W. for volunteering her time to be on the SAC in 2024. The meetings take place at St Kevin’s on Tuesday 7:30pm to 9pm ‘ish’. There are only nine meetings to go! Laura M wrote a great AGM SAC Report 2023. Thank you Laura for your work. Please have a read!
If you are interested in joining this dynamic group please email Laura M at sacchair@sktemplestowelr.catholic.edu.au or call the school on 9273 9999.
Welcome BBQ Thursday 7th of March
Thank you to all the parents who have already responded! Look forward to seeing you all there!You are all invited to the “Welcome BBQ 2024” on Thursday 7th March, 5.00pm to 7:30pm at St Kevin’s School, near the Tuck shop and Adventure playground.
We would love you to come and socialise with staff and parents. It is a great opportunity to meet student buddies and gather as a St Kevin's school community.Hamburger, sausages and trimmings will be provided! Soft drinks and water for sale bring a gold coin. Please fill in the RSVP and we look forward to seeing you all at the “Welcome BBQ 2024”. RSVP Welcome BBQ. 2024 by 04/03/24
School Closure Day Friday 8th March (no school for students)
St. Kevin’s is part of a Reading and Learning Collective comprising approximately 300 staff members. On this day, we will be coming together with guest presenter Brooke Wardana and we will focus on the Science of Learning with a specific focus on the theory and research underpinning teacher-led instruction, explicit instruction and using daily reviews effectively to improve student learning. We look forward to sharing more information about our learning after this day.
St Kevin’s Website
There has been an update to the school website format. At the moment I am searching for a creative filmmaker to create a short clip so that staff can be updated. If anyone in the community has any recommendations please let me know.
Linked to the website is our Parent Community Google Calendar. This has been added to the website as Parent feedback about the Compass calendar has been that it is difficult to access. I would appreciate your feedback.
Staff Update
Mr Andrew Puls (2P) is having a procedure and will be away from school from Term 1 Week 8 to Term 2 Week 8. Mr Louis Vescio will be taking Year 2 for that time. I am in the process of organising a replacement for PE. I wish Andrew a speedy recovery.
Ms. Cathy Pondeljak will commence work at St Kevin’s as the school’s Financial Administrator from Term 2 on a Monday and Tuesday as Tina concludes her time with us at the end of Term 1. Cathy will begin transition and handover in Term 1 Week 8 and Week 9. I thank Tina for all her hard work and dedication to St Kevin’s! We have learnt so much from her! She has an amazing work ethic and supersonic skills!
Compass and Seesaw Note
A note has been distributed to all families. The teachers will be collating this information and we will be communicating with families who are unable to access Compass and or Seesaw. Please return this note to school so we can take the next steps to getting everyone on board with these two digital platforms.
Congratulations 3/4 F & 3/4CC!
Languages Showcase
On Wednesday St Kevin’s will host a Languages Showcase for the learning of languages. Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Education (MACS) has organised the visit and each class will have an opportunity to share how we teach and practise Italian at St Kevin’s. This is a real authentic celebration of learning! Bravi!
Kinder visits 2024
In the last two weeks I visited 23 kindergartens and I have two more to go. It was interesting talking to teachers, Admin Staff and Managers. They are going through many changes with government initiatives and regulations. There were many discussions about Catholic Primary Schools and Government Primary Schools. Our reputation out in the community is outstanding and I was delighted to hear the positive feedback from different kindergartens. Our Year 3/4 students will be visiting kinders and sharing story time.
Existing Families with Preps for 2025
If you have a kinder child (4 year old), who will be at school next year, can you please come and collect an enrolment form and let the office know. I am in the process of making an online enrolment form and I will let you know as soon as it is ready. We are nearly there!
Enrolments close on May 1st, 2024
OPEN DAYS
Term 1
Tuesday 5th March 9:30am - 11am 11:30am - 1:00pm
Saturday 16th March 9:30am -12pm
Term 2
Monday 29th April 9:30am - 11am 11:30am - 1:00pm
Twilight opening 4.00pm - 6.30pm
Monday 29th April. Prep Information Night 7:30pm Adults only
Saturday 18th May 9:30am -12pm
Term 3
Thursday 25th July 9:30am - 11am 11:30am - 1:00pm
Wednesday 7th August 9:30am - 11am 11:30am - 1:00pm
Come and join us for Story, Drama and Dance Time! Book a spot!
Register your interest through the link - book to attend
PBL RESPONSIBILITY
This week’s value - I try to help myself (Resilient)
SHOUT OUTS (Highlights) - Please send them to me as you think of them!
FEEDBACK
International families were so grateful to spend time learning and making friends at St Kevin’s. The parents and students asked me to thank the community for their generosity and friendship. They told me they would return soon!
Wedding News!
Congratulations Selena & Matt Soligo!
Baby News!
Congratulations to Kristy and Daniele on the birth of their son Luca.
A beautiful little brother for Sienna in Year 1.
School Closure Day Friday 8th March (no school for students)
Take care and God bless, Gabee Leone