General News

Word of the Week

Each time a student uses our "Word of the Week" in the classroom they will be awarded a point and the student with the most points at the end of the term will receive a book to further expand their vocabulary.

We will publish our Word of the Week on Facebook and in the newsletter. Please support your child to use this word at home.

Term 4 Week 5 - "SUPERFLUOUS"

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day falls on the 11th November each year. On the 11th hour, on the 11th day of the 11th month, a minute’s silence is observed and dedicated to those soldiers who died fighting to protect our nation. A short prayer service with the students will be held at each Campus this Friday to commemorate and remember all Australians who have died as a result of war. Our school captains, Martha Ferris and Jackson Hicks, will attend the Remembrance Day Service this Saturday at the Town Hall, with other captains attending the service at the Memorial Bell Tower, Mary Help of Christians. Members of our Leadership Team will also attend these services.

St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Hamper Appeal

The St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Hamper Appeal has begun!

We ask all students and families to donate non-perishable food items that can be put into a Christmas Hamper to help those families who are struggling. Some suggestions are non-perishable basic items such as noodles, cereals, biscuits, muesli bars, tea, coffee, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, conditioner etc. In addition to these items, they are hoping for some items to help people in need celebrate Christmas, such as chocolates, lollies, soft drink, christmas puddings etc. Please help us share the Christmas spirit of giving to those in need. Every item counts. Donations can be made to the class teachers or at either School Office. Thank you!

Late Arrivals

We cannot stress enough the importance of getting your children to school on time every day. There has been an increase of students arriving at school after the bell time of 8.45am. Students arriving at school late has an impact on the students themselves, the class and the teacher, not to mention the valuable learning time the students are missing if this is a regular occurrence. Please support us in ensuring your children arrive at school before 8.45am.

St Ed's Presentation Night

Please note that our End of Year Awards Presentation Night will be held on Tuesday 5th December at the Tamworth Regional Entertainment Centre, starting at 6.00pm. Students will be required to wear their full summer uniform.

Further information regarding this event will be communicated closer to the date.

Change of Details

It is imperative that the school office be advised of any change of details such as change in family situation, address, workplace, email addresses, phone numbers – mobile and landline for home and work. Please email any changes to your personal details to setadmin@arm.catholic.edu.au, thank you.

Leaving or Relocating??

Planning for the 2024 school year is well underway. Over the coming weeks we will be placing students in classes for 2024. If your child is currently in K – Year 5 and you will NOT be returning to St Edward’s in 2024, please let the school know in writing as soon as possible. Thank you to the families who have already notified the school regarding changes for 2024.

Return Dates for Term 1 2024

Tuesday 30th January - Staff Development Day

Wednesday 31st January - Staff Development Day

Thursday 1st February - Students in Years 1 - 6 Return to School

Thursday 1st February - Wednesday 7th February - Best Start Assessments for Kindergarten students

Thursday 8th February - Kindergarten students commence

School Fees

2023 school fees were due 1st September 2023. Thank you to those parents who have already paid. Payments can be made via automatic weekly/fortnightly BPAY, Compass Pay, Cash or Eftpos. Also, monthly school fee statements were emailed on the 5th October. The sender will be noreply.schoolfeestatement

Please phone Mel Salvestrin on 6765 7847 if you feel you will struggle to pay the school fees. Thank you.

School Travel - Bus Passes & Concessions

Please note there is a new website where parents can access bus pass applications.

https://transportnsw.info/tickets-opal/ticket-eligibility-concessions/school-student-travel

2024 Travel Passes

Summer Uniform

As the weather is warming up, it is really important for the students to be wearing a hat whenever they are outside. It is also an expectation and shows great respect for our school that the students are wearing the correct full summer uniform. We ask for parent support in reminding your child to wear the correct uniform every day.

Real Talk Parents Free Membership

The Armidale Catholic School Office has arranged for our entire school community (parents, teachers and staff) to have free premium level access to our Real Talk Parents membership site. Click on the link below to take advantage of this great resource.

St Vincent de Paul - Volunteers Needed

School Crossing Supervisors - Casuals Wanted

Athletes Foot

Don't forget when you purchase your school or sport shoes at the Athletes Foot Tamworth, to mention you are a member of the St Edward's Tamworth school community. $5 from every purchase is donated back to our school.

McCarthy Catholic College - Yr 7 2024

St Edward's P & F - GOLF DAY

It's time to swing into action and start organising your team for a fun afternoon of golf on Sunday 26th November at the Tamworth Golf Club. The P & F are also seeking support by way of sponsorship and donations of prizes and raffle items. Please refer to the flyers below for further information or alternatively contact Nigel Robertson on 0431 233 052.

Tamworth Regional Conservatorium of Music...

Student Absences

Please remember that all absences must be explained within 7 days of your child being away. You will receive an automated SMS message at 10.00am on the day to remind you to explain the absence on the Parent Compass Portal. If you are having a trouble accessing all of the Compass features, there should be a drop-down menu on your home page which looks like 3 horizontal lines. Open this menu and choose 'open in browser'. This will help you access the school portal features.

2023 Pupil Free/Staff Development Days

Please note the following dates in your diary. These dates are when St Edward's staff will be undertaking professional development:

Monday 18th December

Tuesday 19th December

Esteem Kids

Before school care is available in the Infants Hall for both Primary and Infants students. It operates from 7:00am to 8:30am, Monday through Friday during term and breakfast is provided.

After school care is available in the Infants Hall for Infants students only from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday. PLEASE NOTE this year that after school care is now operating from the Primary Art Room for primary students only from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday. Afternoon tea is provided.

Families are encouraged to make enquiries or express interest by contacting William Wong on 0410 841 628 or email: info@esteemkidsgroup.com.au or visit the website at www.esteemkidsgroup.com.au

ABSENCES - Please remember to contact (telephone or text) Esteem Kids St Edward's directly if your child is going to be absent on 0481 373 883. Thank you.