The measure of your life will not be in what you accumulate, but in what you give away.

Easter

Easter is a time when we celebrate Christ's resurrection from the dead. It is celebrated on Sunday, and marks the end of Holy Week, the end of Lent, the last day of the Easter Triduum (Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday), and the beginning of the Easter season of the liturgical year.

As stated in the Gospels, Jesus Christ rose from the dead on the third day following his crucifixion, which was Sunday. His resurrection announces the triumph of good over evil, sin and death.

Since Easter also represents the fulfillment of God's promises to mankind and it is the most important holiday on the Catholic liturgical calendar.

Reporting to Parents

During the first two weeks of Term 2, parents will be invited to attend a parent/teacher meeting to discuss their children's progress. During the meeting, the parents will be given their children's Term 1 Interim Report.

In 2019 and beyond, both the parent interviews and issuing of interim reports will occur during the last two weeks of Terms 1 and 3. As in previous years, detailed reports will be issued at the end of Terms 2 & 4.

An on-line schedule link will be included in next week's newsletter so that parents can select their time slots

Acting Assistant Principal

Congratulations to Rebecca Smith who has been appointed as the Acting Assistant Principal for Term 2. Mrs Durkin will be relieving Ms Smith during her Administration days, which will be every Thursday and Frday for Term 2.

Coding Club

Commencing in Term 2, OLA will be commencing a 'Coding Club' after school. The club is open to all students in Year 5 and 6. The purpose of this club is to increases student access and exposure to computer science (CS) education. It involves block-based coding using Scratch (created by MIT) and is themed to attract students with varied interests.

A note went home today to Year 5 and 6 students. If your child is interested, please ensure they complete the application form before Friday 6 April 2018.

Long Service Leave

We wish Mrs Barclay and McAuliffe a safe and relaxing break from school. Mrs Barclay will be on leave over the next fortnight, leading into the school holidays and Mrs McAuliffe will be taking leave during the last week of Term 1.

Kindergarten Applications For 2019

Parents with siblings due to start Kindergarten in 2019 will be receiving a letter explaining the new process to take place in 2018 and beyond.

Interviews for the 2019 Kindergarten place places will be taking place during the last two weeks of Term 1 and the the first two weeks of Term 2. If you haven't completed an enrollment form for your child, please do so ASAP and submit it to Chris Balen in the office. If you require an application form, please email Administration at admin@ola.wa.edu.au and an application form will be emailed to you.

An information session has been scheduled for the 5th April, at 9.30am, in the multipurpose room, opposite the library and this information will be included and sent to all families who have submitted applications.

Attached below is an application form as a WORD document.

Mothers' Day Breakfast

Please read the attached flyer advertising our Mothers' Day breakfast next term. For catering purposes, we will be requesting numbers closer to the date.

Important Message

From Pam Tuckett (Branch Librarian Dianella Library) -

The start to the school year has highlighted our shared access to the school through the staff carpark. We have many parents and children wandering through the staff carpark when staff are trying to park in the morning. I wonder if you could remind them to use the footpath.

Although the area is well signed, parents continue to allow their children to play in the library loading bay whilst chatting in the drive way access to the loading area. It would be most appreciated if you could remind parents and children that this is not a play area.

Thank you for your support with the above.

Police Newsletter

Congratulations our wonderful P&F Team - see attached article.

Canteen Helpers

Urgent - assistance required in the canteen. Please volunteer and assist Rosie in the canteen. Your support is greatly appreciated!

On a Lighter Note..................

In losing a friendly wager with Mrs Erskine and Mr De Petro, I have been forced to include the following - 'Hawthorn will win the AFL Grand Final in 2018''. Attached is the Hawthorn club song which will will be played after winning the Grand Final.

It is been a very difficult day for me, but there is always a return match. You're all welcome to play the attached YouTube clip, but i suggest you don't.

Wishing you all a safe and relaxing Easter Break. School returns on Wednesday 4 April,

Greg Martin

Principal

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