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NAIDOC WEEK
Mark your calendars! Naidoc Week is almost here and we are ready to Get up, Stand up & Show up on Kamilaroi land.
NAIDOC Competitions
Every child has brought home an entry form for this year's NAIDOC Week School Initiative competition. There are some amazing prizes up for grabs. Kindergarten - Year 2 can enter a colouring competition. Year 3 - 6 can enter a "Respecting Culture" Poem Writing competition. All entries must be returned to Miss Boyd by Monday 20th June (Week 9).
Opportunity Hub: Michelle Fermor from the Opportunity Hub is here to help support Our First Nation students in learning the Acknowledgment of Country in our local Gamilaroi language. Michelle will be visiting our school each Friday until Term 2, Week 10.
Canteen News
Please note that due to very limited supplies, lettuce will be unavailable in chicken burger and salad item orders.
Winter Uniform Reminder
Our St Edward's School uniform is something that sets us apart from other schools and something which should be worn with pride. We wish to advise parents that the official date for changeover from summer to winter uniform is after the June long weekend (Tuesday 14th June). Please ensure this includes the correct black school shoes (not sport shoes) and a school tie. The following new school winter items are available for purchase via the Qkr! App: jumper ($35), jacket ($70), tie ($25), girls navy knee high socks ($10), girls winter navy tights ($10), scarf ($10).
Free Hat Friday's
This Friday (17th June) we are kicking off our first - Free Hat Friday!
Over the next 2 Friday’s in June our St Ed’s Mini Vinnies students are raising money for the St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal.
This means students can wear a hat of their choice( leaving their school hat at home) along with a gold coin donation to support this worthy course.
Pupil Free Days
Please note the following dates in your diary. These dates are when St Edward's staff will be undertaking professional development:
- Friday 1st July
- Friday 23rd September
School Student Transport Scheme (SSTS)
For further information, or to apply for a bus travel pass or to update your contact details, please visit https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts
School Fees
Term 2 fees were due on Wednesday 1st June, 2022. Thank you to all families who have already paid and also to those who maintain regular payments. School fee payments can be made with the Qkr! app, CentrePay, EFT transfer (direct credit to the school's bank account) or direct debit through ADIG. If you wish to set up an ADIG direct debit, please see either school office for the relevant form. When accessing Qkr!, payment can be made under one child's name (school fees only) and when paying direct into the school's bank account please use your account no. (located under the date on the statement) and your surname (or first four letters if insufficient space).
Nationally Consistent Collection of Data
Each year schools in Australia participate in the National Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) to collect data on Students with Disabilities. This process involves schools providing information about:
- Year of schooling
- Category of disability
- Level of adjustment provided to the student.
This data provides the state and federal governments with information to plan support for students with disabilities.
The fact sheet below provides more detailed information about the process. If you have any questions about the NCCD, please contact Amanda Sheridan.
Absentee Notes
Please remember that all absences must be explained within 7 days of your child being away. You will receive an automated SMS message at 10.00am on the day to remind you to explain the absence on the Parent Compass Portal.
Discover What’s On...from the St Edward's P&F
It’s going to be a busy year of community building and fundraising events. As well as old favourites like the Pie Drive and Golf Day, a Trivia Night, Mango Drive, Colour Run and a Long Lunch have all been added to the list of things to look forward to (see Events Calendar below).
Details will be available as planning progresses. Please be sure to check out upcoming editions of the school newsletter for more information.
St Ed’s P & F - 80’s Trivia Night - tickets on sale now!!
Friday July 22
Get amped for the totally bodacious St Edwards 80s Trivia Night.
Signed sports memorabilia (from the Boomers, Raiders and Sharks), concert tickets for Hurricane Four and more up for auction. Door, fancy dress and team prizes up for grabs.
Tickets for Teams of 8, 6 or 4 people are still available and it's easy to purchase at https://www.stickytickets.com.au/sb4wb
BYO drinks and nibbles.
Working with Children Check (WWCC)
All parents who volunteer at St Edward's School need to supply their WWCC and date of birth to enable us to verify the checks for our WWCC records. If you are not sure if we have your details, please email Sue Kellett on skellett@arm.catholic.edu.au who will happily check for you.
Join the St Edward's Playgroup!
Our St Ed's Playgroup is held each Tuesday of term from 10am-12 noon in the Infants Hall. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents with toddlers who are preparing to enter Kindergarten. We will be gathering together for social events, and we'll also have learning opportunities so you can get ready for big school! The playgroup is a great way to make friends, and it's also a valuable resource for getting information about our school. Information sessions plus coffee and cake will be the order of the day, as well as fun activities for the active toddler. Interested? Please contact our newly appointed Playgroup Co-ordinator (and early childhood expert), Mrs Candice Lamb, on 0402 700 039 or candicelamb24@gmail.com
Please also join our St Ed's Playgroup Facebook page where important news and information is shared about our Playgroup. Click here for the Facebook link
Second Hand Clothing Pool
Our second hand clothing pool is open from 8.30am to 3.30pm each school weekday at both the Primary and Infants Campus. Most second hand items are $5.00 each. Please see the office staff for further details.
Please note that both the Primary and Infants clothing pool are in short supply of good quality sports shorts, sports polos and girls winter tunics. If your child/ren have outgrown any of their uniforms, we would welcome any donations from parents, thank you.
Important Dates
Friday 1st July 2022
Pupil Free Day / Staff Development Day
Friday 23rd September 2022
Pupil Free Day / Staff Development Day
P&F meetings for this year are scheduled for:
- Tuesday 28 June @ 5.30pm (everyone welcome)
- Tuesday 9 August @ 5:30pm (everyone welcome)
- Tuesday 20 September @ 5:30pm (everyone welcome)
- Tuesday 1 November @ 5:30pm (everyone welcome)
- Tuesday 13 December @ 5:30pm (everyone welcome)
Our School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting will be held on:
- Monday 20 June @ 5:30pm
- Monday 5 September @ 5:30pm
- Monday 28 November @ 5:30pm
Esteem Kids
Before school care is available in the Infants Hall. It operates from 7:00am to 8:30am, Monday through Friday during term and breakfast is provided. After school care is also available in the Infants Hall from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday and afternoon tea is provided.
Families are encouraged to make enquiries or express interest by contacting William Wong on 0410 841 628 or email: info@esteemkidsgroup.com.au or visit the website at www.esteemkidsgroup.com.au
Please remember to contact (telephone or text) Esteem Kids St Edward's directly if your child is going to be absent on 0481 373 883. Thank you.
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