15/08/22

In the Gospel of Luke, Mary gives these words, which we call the Magnificat:

“My soul glorifies the Lord

and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour,

for he has been mindful

of the humble state of his servant.

From now on all generations will call me blessed,

for the Mighty One has done great things for me —

holy is his name.” (Luke 1:46-49)

Dear Parents and Carers,

As Eva and I complete the Prep Interviews for 2023, I feel absolutely blessed to be the leader of this amazing community of families, staff and parish who work together to grow learners. It was wonderful speaking to families face to face. All families spoke to us about being excited to join this Prep cohort and to be part of the St Kevin’s Community.

Working together in partnership is something that I highly value. I am aware that I am asking you to complete surveys, attend important events in the evening and ensure that you communicate with me. This is all in the name of building an excellent school that provides the best opportunities to empower future generations - our students.

WELCOME to the Rezazadeh Family

Last week we welcomed the Rezazadeh Family to St. Kevin’s. Rodin has joined the Middle C group and he has been warmly welcomed by Students and Staff. Rodin’s family arrived from Iran in June and it was a pleasure to meet Heli and Amir and assist them to transition into the community.

EUCHARIST Saturday 13/08/22

Congratulations on receiving your First Eucharist to Liesel, Aria, Mia, Alexander, Asher, Sam, Lennix and Ndapiwa! May you feel the presence of Jesus as you fully participated in the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Jesus is with you always. He will never leave you. May you grow in your relationship with Him forever and ever.

It was a beautiful celebration led by Father Charles.

We appreciate all the work, commitment and care shown by the parish staff, Rebecca, Nadia, Pam, Tiziana and the teachers - Mr Con, Ms. Costa, Mr Puls and Mrs Gerosolimo.

EARLY ARRIVALS & LATE PICK UPS

If you are dropping your child/children at St Kevin's before 8.45am they must attend before school care. If you are picking up your child after 3.45pm or 3:30pm (Wednesday) they must attend after school care. Staff are not available to supervise your child/children before 8.45am and it is unsafe to leave children on their own. We are privileged to have this service available to our community.

LANGUAGES AT ST KEVIN’S

Languages Evening with Linton Rowe from MACS 23/08 at 7:30pm.

Linton will explain and model the Co-Learner approach to teaching languages and reinforce pedagogy used to engage students and develop thinking.

I strongly encourage you all to attend. The children are invited to bring a board game and play with their friends. There will be ‘Snakes Alive’ prizes throughout the evening and fun activities.

Booking survey needs to be completed by 19/08/22.

Survey Link Languages and Board Games 23/08/22 7:30pm

BOOK WEEK 2022

Children’s Book Week at St Kevin’s will be held tomorrow (Tuesday 16th August).

Our dress up parade will be held in the stadium at 9am followed by book activities throughout the day, an author visit and then a special assembly in the afternoon at 2.30pm with Keith Wolahan (our Local member from Menzies).

BOOK WEEK Rundown for Parents and Carers 2023

CYBER SAFETY

Thank you to all Parents and Carers who attended the Cyber Safety Night by Empower and Engage. There has been such positive feedback to me and the office. As a school we need to collect data from all events to plan future functions. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey.

Cyber Safety Survey

COMPASS

We have signed up to Compass (Administration Portal) and through Term 4 we will begin implementation and training. More information to follow!

SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL

I have received one nomination for the School Advisory Council but I do require one more member. Please let me know if you can support this vibrant group of parents.

SAC Meetings for 2022 - 13th September, 11th October, 8th November, 29th November - SAC/PFA Thank you dinner

23 Parents read the last newsletter and completed the survey.

It would be great if 82 families respond to the survey!

How can we grow this number? By suggesting to fellow parents to complete the survey.

Thank you to all parents who do complete the survey.

It is definitely a consistent bunch of LEGENDS!

Which level will be the champions for Term 3?

DATA COLLECTION - LINK I have read the newsletter 16/08/22

CALENDAR DATES

16/08/22 Dress Up Parade @9am All welcome

Special Assembly - Keith Wolahan will be a special guest speaker at our

assembly @2:30pm.

23/08/22 Language Night for Parents and BOARD GAME Night for students

30/08/22 Middle Level Mass @9.15am - ALL WELCOME!

31/08/22 Father’s Day Stall

01/09/22 Confirmation Bookings via TryBooking open at 9am

09/09/22 School Closure Day. NO SCHOOL for students

10/09/22 @5.30pm & 11/09/22 @10am Confirmation Commitment Mass - ALL students receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation to attend with one or both parents.

All God’s blessings,

Gabee Leone

R.E. & Social Justice News

By Fulvia Gerosolimo