Activities and Events
STAGE 3 EXCURSION
On Monday 10th October, our Stage 3 students set off to Canberra for an educational tour of the national capital. Students were given the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy.
Some of the highlights for the week were the Royal Australian Mint, Questacon, iPlay, the Athlete Immersion Program at the Australian Institute of Sport and the tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Australian War Memorial.
The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian Government contributed $47.00 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs. The rebate is paid directly to St Francis Xavier's School upon completion of the excursion.
After a very full week of activities the students arrived back in Narrabri on Friday evening tired but happy children.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Education NSW State Conference
From Tuesday 11th October to Thursday 13th October 2022, our AEA, Mr Terry Hynch attended the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Education NSW State Conference in Fairmont, Blue Mountains.
The theme of this year’s conference is ‘Transforming with the Spirit’ and reflects a commitment to make a difference to the lives of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Image: Mr Hynch with the NSW Catholic Schools Message Stick.
KINDERGARTEN TRANSITION GRADUATION
Our incoming Kindergarten class for 2023 completed their Transition Program today. Families and friends attended a very special Graduation Ceremony where the children were presented their Graduation Certificate, portfolio of work and a bag of gifts.
Wii Gaay Learning Hub
Last week, Isabel Sunderland, along with students from across the Armidale Diocese attended the Wii Gaay Learning Hub. The camp was held from Monday 17th October to Thursday 20th October in Bonnie Hills.
Isabel was accompanied by Wii Gaay camp mentor and St Francis Xavier's AEA, Mr Terry Hynch. Isabel participated in some amazing learning activities in the areas of Literacy, Numeracy and IT.
Year 6 Transition at St Mary's College
Our Year 6 students who are attending St Mary’s College next year, had a wonderful opportunity to attend a transition day in Gunnedah last Tuesday 18th October. This is the first of two transition days occurring this term. The students spent the day becoming familiar with the school and daily routines as well as getting to know new people.