Leadership & Management

Week 7 Term 4

St Fidelis School is committed to the care, wellbeing and protection of children, young people and vulnerable people in our community. 

Dear Parents and Carers,

Recently the media have reported the nationwide issue of teacher shortages and teacher burnout, emerging from the pandemic. This is a concern for all schools and education systems. It is something that all schools are currently experiencing throughout Australia. 

Teaching staff have worked hard throughout the last few years of remote learning and lockdowns to provide the children with the best possible education. In recent years, teachers put an enormous amount of time and effort into documentation, planning, assessment and compliance, which they are now required to do. Many parents would be unaware of the requirements contributing to this additional workload. Many of our teachers at St Fidelis work hours after school and on weekends to complete these tasks and requirements. 

The level of detail contained in this newsletter is an example of the additional hours that staff take to complete each week to inform parents of their children's learning.

As teachers, we want the best for the children at St Fidelis. This is the core purpose of our profession. We want them to have the best education possible and be happy, healthy, independent and resilient. In addition, we want to work with parents to support your children. 

Yesterday, November 13th, was World Kindness Day. This day is devoted to the positive potential of both large and small acts of kindness. It is a timely reminder to be kind to each other, especially our teachers, and support each other to give the children the best possible education.

Remembrance Day

Thank you to Year 5/6OS for leading us in a beautiful and prayerful reflection for Remembrance Day on Friday morning at assembly and later at 11:00 am around the flagpole for our one-minute silence. 

Thank you to all the families who supported the RSL by buying poppies merchandise. For over 100 years the annual Poppy Appeal has supported Australian veterans and their families. Your donation will help the RSL continue to deliver life-changing support to the veterans when they need it most.

At St Fidelis we raised $256.00, this was a tremendous effort by all. Thank you so much for your generosity. 

Medication Update

Please ensure your child's Action Plans and medication are up to date, especially if they suffer from Asthma and Anaphylaxis. Please notify your child's teacher if your child has had a sleepless night, was admitted to the hospital, had an asthma attack or seen the doctor the night before they come to school,  this information is vital for the teacher to be aware of to assist your child's wellbeing. 

Parents and Friends Meeting: 7 pm tonight

If you are available to attend the Parents and Friends meeting tonight at 7 pm, you are most welcome.  First timers are always welcome no matter what time of the year it is. Most of tonight's agenda will focus next year on planning St Fidelis' Community Day. The meeting will be in the school staffroom. Hope to see you there.

TheirCare OPEN December 20th 

TheirCare will be open for Full Day care on December 20th. This is the last day of the school year. If you require full day care on this day please contact Theircare. 

Circus Performance Link Delay

Sorry for the delay on our Circus Performance download link. I should have some information on how you can purchase a copy of this link this week sometime. Information will be communicated via SkoolBag as soon as I am advised it is ready. 

SunSmart

Although the weather is still unpredictable at the moment, the UV levels are on the rise. All children are required to wear their St Fidelis Primary School Hat when outside during Term Four.  We also encourage parents to ensure that children are wearing sunscreen when appropriate. The following links provide important SunSmart information 

5 Things To Remember

St Fidelis Sun Smart Policy

School Fees Overdue

Thank you to the families who had settled their school fees for the year over the past few weeks.  Our school does rely on school fees for many recurrent costs so prompt payment is appreciated. There are still families who need to finalise this years fees. If any families need to discuss alternative arrangements for the payment of fees, please contact me directly. 

Please use the Direct Debit bank details below. 

Please note once you have made payment can you email Ann Russo 

annr@sfmoreland.catholic.edu.au  with the amount you have deposited.

Have a lovely week and enjoy the sunshine,

Manuela

St Fidelis acknowledges that our school is on the land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation and pay our respects to their elders , past, present and future.