Dear Parents and Carers,

Welcome back to Term 2!

It is exciting to see so many students back at school this week looking relaxed and ready for a great term of learning. I hope that everyone had an enjoyable Easter break and was able to recharge and rest.

Term 2 is always a busy term of learning, with several events happening. We have major learning events like NAPLAN and our Year 6 students completing their RE Test in June. We will also have Catholic Schools Week and a number of sporting events that some of our students will be taking part in. Please keep an eye on Compass, Social Media and your emails for updates throughout the term.

Retirement

With sadness, I announce to the school community the retirement of Mrs Anna Baird, who has been working at St Joseph's for a number of years across her 45-year career in education.

I first met Anna in 2019 when she came on board to help release Early Career Teachers for a day a week and fill in as a casual teacher when needed. In 2020 she took on a new CAPA (Creative & Performing Arts) role within the school and taught all students until the end of Term 1, 2022. Mrs Baird is a passionate educator who has helped all of our students to have a greater appreciation of art, dance, drama and music.

I trust that you will all join in with me to thank Anna for her service to education and, in particular, her service to St Joseph's Wee Waa. We wish her all of the best in the numerous organisations she is a part of. It will not be a quiet retirement!

Welcome

With privilege, I announce Mrs Courtney Meppem has been employed as our new CAPA teacher for 2022. Mrs Meppem is an experienced teacher from Narrabri, and we wish her all of the best with her time here at St Joseph's Wee Waa.

ANZAC Day

Thank you to all our school families who took part in ANZAC services in Wee Waa last Monday. It is an important day for Australians and New Zealanders, and it was wonderful to witness all of our students present there participating so reverently.

Cross Country

Yesterday, Thursday 28 April, we held our annual Cross Country trials at Cook Oval. A big thank you to all the parents and volunteers who were able to support us on the day!

We are very proud of all our students for their efforts and sportsmanship. Well done!

A special mention and congratulations to the following who have qualified to attend the ADPSC Cross Country next Friday, 6 May, in Barraba:

Sophia Woolcock, Gracie Haverhoek, Laycey Maxwell, Mackenzie Burnside, Marlee Hannaford, Alexis Bartz, Edward Carlon, James Gleeson, Wylie Cruikshank, Henry Wilson, Lincoln Baird, Toby Dewson, Sophie Crutcher, Emma Gleeson, Hayley Cannings, Xavier Edwards, Jag Carroll, Reggie Graham, Johnathon Wilson, Blaine Edwards, Archie Driscoll, Emma Dixon, Demi-Renee Cruikshank, Percy Hayes, Cameron Baird, Bradley Hatton, Jack Wilson, Chase Humphries, Finn Woolcock, Ava Collett, Sarah Lennon, Rosie Lennon, Nate Dewson and Linc Driscoll

Also, a massive thank you to Miss Suttor for her great organisation and running of this event. It was a great day, and we were so pleased to run the event in great conditions compared to what it could have been on Wednesday.

Thank you again, Miss Suttor and also your great team of volunteers.

Mothers Day Breakfast, Stall & Mass

Just a reminder that our Mothers/Carers are invited to join us for a Mother's Day Breakfast on Thursday, 5 May, starting at 8:00 am. An assortment of muffins, tea and coffee, is provided. Please complete the following form via bit.ly/3EZX3Zl by midnight tonight if you would like to attend.

We will also be holding a Mother’s Day Stall. Gifts will be available to purchase by students for $5 and $10.

If you are able to volunteer on the day to help with gift wrapping and have a valid WWCC, please complete the following form via bit.ly/38w6xPU.

Thank you to St Joseph's P & F for organising these events.

In the afternoon, starting at 2:00 pm, a Mother's Day Mass will be held at St Andrew's Catholic Church. All are welcome to attend!

Upcoming P & F Meeting

Just a reminder that we will be holding a P & F Meeting on Tuesday 10 May, starting at 6 pm at school.

All are welcome to attend.

Future Enrolments Parent Information Night

On Tuesday, 24 May, starting at 6:30 pm, we will be holding an Enrolments Parent Information Night for future students. If you have a child you are looking to enrol for next year for Kindergarten and would like to attend, please complete the following Expression of Interest via bit.ly/3KqltfS.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school office via 02 6795 4038 or email weeadmin@arm.catholic.edu.au.

Catholic Schools Week

The theme for Catholic Schools Week this year is 'Our Hope-Filled Future'. On Wednesday, 25 May, families are invited to visit their child's classroom and join us for a special assembly to mark this occasion.

After the conclusion of the celebrations, families are invited to join us for a picnic morning tea, with tea and coffee provided from the Canteen. Parents are asked to pack food to share with their child/children.

We look forward to seeing you on this day!

Canteen volunteers

We are still looking for volunteers for Canteen this term, particularly next Wednesday, 4 May. If you can help out on any Wednesday from 9:30 am - 2:00 pm and are able to obtain a WWCC (free for volunteers), please complete the following form via bit.ly/38w6xPU

Your help is greatly appreciated!

COVID 19 Updates

Please see the following attachment communicated by the Catholic Schools Office Diocese of Armidale regarding COVID 19 updates to NSW schools and communities.

Have a great weekend.

God Bless,

Alistair Stewart

Principal

St Joseph's Primary School

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