Principal's Report

Dear Parents and Friends,

Thank you to those parents who were able to attend our Parent Forum last week, or sent through an apology. Whilst our numbers were very disappointing, it was valuable to have our School Council members attend. Reflecting on the low representation of parents at this event we will offer child minding at our term two forum, as we know this was a barrier for some parents. I certainly encourage you to aim to attend in order to add your voice to the valuable conversations. 

A term two date, focus areas and notes from last week's forum will be sent out early next term.

A reminder that students will finish at 2:15 pm on Friday, the last day of Term 1.

There are quite a few diary dates and points in our Parent Engagement section this week to note.

Sushi Lunch Orders- Change to Ordering

Please note that from next term all Sushi orders will need to be in at the school office by 3:00 pm on Wednesday for delivery on Thursday.

This is due to an increase in trade.

ANZAC Day Parade

Please join us for the 11:00 am service and march on Monday 25th April to commemorate ANZAC day. Any students who are able to attend and would like to represent St. Joseph’s in the march are asked to wear school uniforms and meet the staff at the Honey Shop at 10:30 am.

2023 Enrolments

A reminder that enrolment packs for 2023 are now available in the office. Please contact Jo in the office if you would like to organise a tour.

RATS

Rapid Antigen tests will be sent home with your children this week if they have not had covid in the last 8 weeks. Please use these to test your child prior to returning to school for the start of term two. 

Milawa Cheese Platters Available

Thanks to the Beechworth Brewery who has supported us with this quick sale! Cheese platters are available this week only! Get in fast for your weekend events.

Golden Horseshoe ArtWork Display

Check out the wonderful work of Jodie Cuskelly and our students at the Lantern market in the Chinese Gardens during the festival. Jodie and the students have prepared a giant Chinese dragon and lanterns with a New Year message.