Dear Parents and Carers,

A big happy Mother’s Day to all our mums and carers. I hope Sunday’s beautiful weather allowed the children to spoil you with some of the treasures from the Mother’s Day stall. Thank you once again to our amazing Parents Association for hosting the Mother’s Day stall. As a school community, we are very grateful for all the work this group of dedicated volunteers do for our school and the students.

Thank you to our Year 5 students and their teachers for leading us in our Mother’s Day Liturgy last Friday afternoon. This was a lovely time for our community to stop, reflect and give thanks for all the things that make our mums special.

Camp Day for Prep, Year 1 and Year 2

Last Tuesday 9th May was an action packed day for our students in Prep, Year 1 and 2. Despite rainy weather conditions, our junior school students were able to experience their camp day activities and fun. Thank you to our local Bunnings representatives who supplied and facilitate some fantastic hands on activities. Click here for more details including photos.

Skoolbag has a new name: Audiri

You may have noticed that the Skoolbag communication app has had a brand and colour change recently. Please make yourself familiar with the new look and layout, as Audiri (previously known as Skoolbag) continues to be an important communication channel for our school community. If you have any questions about our communication platforms please contact the School office.

Empower and Inform Digital Safety Parent Session - Last Wednesday Evening

We had 90 parents and carers attend last Wednesday's Parent session on Digital safety and empowerment in our school hall. Presenters Marty and Carly McGauren were impressed by the level of engagement that parents demonstrated during the session.

Congratulation to Alicia Taubman who was the winner the special door prize!

For families who were unable to attend, please find a link below to some very helpful resources including access to video version of the presentations for next 30 days.

Raising Kids in a Digital World - Parent Resources for St Simon's

https://www.informandempower.com.au/parents

Toolkit and blog posts (with links, info and more) are available for the entire year
Video content is available for 30 days and will need the password to access: may2023

Amazing Fund Raising Effort for Breast Cancer.

Year Six students Rory Jeral and Ollie have understaken a massive effort to build awareness and funds for cancer research. Click here to find out what the boys have done to raise over $10,000 for breast cancer research. Click here if you like to financially support this important and worth cause.

Congratulations Rory, Jeral and Ollie!

Parish Renewal Program

Over the next three weeks, St Simon’s Parish will engage with a Parish Renewal Program, coordinated by Stephen Littleton from Parish First. The Program is a wonderful opportunity – as individuals and as a community – to reflect on the importance of our great parish and the role we can play in parish life. As members of the St Simon’s School, you are invited to be part of the St Simon’s Parish and the parish renewal program is one way you can engage and build relationships. Please click here to find out more.

REMINDER SCHOOL CLOSURE DAY - Monday 22nd May

Staff will be working with a MACS Consultant to continue the roll out of our Positive Behaviour for Learning framework. Staff will also be updated their CPR and Anaphalaysis certifications.

Beyond Edu Care will be running for a care program for any family that requires this. Please contact Shayan and the team to make a booking.

St Simon’s Maths Day - this Friday

Click here for more information about our upcoming maths day celebrations on Friday 19th May!

Staff News - Congratulation

Last week, Year Six teacher Sarah Barbanti shared the special news of her engagement to partner Michael with the staff and school community. We wish Sarah and Michael every happiness and joy as they commit their lives to one another.

Tom Wursthorn

Principal

St Simon's Parents' Association