From the Principal
Step into SFS
This week we had our Foundation students who will commence school at St Francis de Sales in 2022, take a giant BIG step and join us for a party to celebrate that they will be big school kids at SFS next year.
It was a summer's morning when our excited children and parents gathered beside the community room. We sang songs and broke into teams for a variety of FUN activities. Then like in all parties we enjoyed some lovely party food. Everyone left very happy with their party bag and a big SFS balloon.
We cannot wait to see our 2022 children again for a final orientation day. They will join the whole school as they gather in their new Home groups on Tuesday 14th December to meet their 2022 Home Group teacher.
Jessie in the Jungle
Today it was our Juniors turn to STAR!!
Star they did as they performed their hearts out under the lights in our beautifully created stage in our community room.
During the week, lead by Louise our Visual Arts Teacher, our staff worked together to transform the backdrop into a jungle, complete with vines, monkeys and other jungle animals. It looked sensational.
The children dressed in their adorable costumes and face make-up were transformed into the cutest animals. They danced and sang and did everything that was asked of them and more. We are so proud of each one of our young stars.
It was worth all the effort and expense to give our children this experience. It was all about having FUN. Experiences like this build confidence and resilience. We need to work together as a team. Our children certainly did.
As we conclude our 2021 productions, it is important to thank Kristy and Rachel our Performing Arts teachers. For their script writing, vision, costume organisation, direction and production of the 2021 concerts our immense gratitude. To Louise our Visual Arts teacher we thank you for your direction, organisation and production of our props. They were brilliant. To Ange and Louise thank you for the work setting scenes and managing backstage. A huge thank you to our staff our junior staff for their work in supporting and helping their home groups prepare for the Jessie in the Jungle concert. Thanks especially to Mavis and Maddison for the choreography and to Kristy's parents - Mary-Rose and Charlie, for sewing and decorating the children's costumes. Thanks to our senior staff and admin staff for their willingness to help behind the scenes. It was a team effort and I am so proud of our school.
Video for Sale
The St Francis de Sales 2021 Production Video for the Senior and Junior Production is being edited and will soon be released.
As we were unable to have a live audience due to restrictions this year, we selected Shon Productions to create our videos so that we had the best possible recording for families.
The videos will be available before Christmas or by early January. Orders however need to be placed and paid for before Monday 13 December 2021.
Support our Performing Arts Program at St Francis de Sales by purchasing a video. Enjoy the fabulous performances of our students in this exceptional year with family and friends, for less then the price of a theater ticket.
Cost of the videos
- Global Groove $15
- Jessie in the Jungle $15
- Order both videos for $25
We have set up an account via Operoo. So orders and payment can be made online using a computer, ipad or apple smartphone. If you have difficulties, you can contact the school.
It is great to see so many families already order their copy and support the school. Please place your order by next week.
Reminder
We are getting close to our final events for 2021. We hope that there will be some opportunity for parents to join us for some events.
- However you must be able to show us that you and anyone over the age of 12 joining you is fully vaccinated in order to enter events held indoors.
- You will also need to register using the QR code and wear a mask if inside.
- All children Yr 3 and up need to wear a mask and juniors are encouraged to wear a mask.
Let us keep up our exceptional effort and finish the year well.
Have a great weekend.
Christine White
Principal