Transition Graduation

Last Friday was a very special day for our eight transition students as they graduated from transition and now are ready to commence Kindergarten in 2023! Congratulations to Campbell, Charlotte, Edwina Harper, Jack, Levi, Mackenzie and Reid on your achievement. Unfortunately due to various other commitments, I have been able to spend only a small amount of time with you all but I have been very impressed with how all of you have improved with your writing, number, and craft skills during this time and I know all of you are definitely ready for Kindergarten. We are definitely looking forward to next year when all of you will be joining us on a full-time basis. Again, thank you to Mrs Hoy, Ms Wilson, and Mrs Healey who lead the program as well as all of the parents and grandparents who came and took part in the graduation ceremony.

Remembrance Day

Last Friday, Hugo, Sarah and I went to the Walcha War Memorial to take part in the Remembrance Day ceremony that was held to remember the end of World War II as well as to remember all of the men and women who had given up so much to protect our nation. Well done to both Hugo and Sarah as they were great ambassadors for St Patrick's Primary.

School Facebook Account

As I mentioned last week, our school's Facebook page is up and running and we have over fifty followers already. Remember, our Facebook page is constantly updated advertising the various events that the school will be involved within the very near future. If you would to follow us on Facebook, please feel free to use the link below to gain access.

https://www.facebook.com/stpatrickswalcha

Mini Vinnies Talent Quest Postponed Until Thursday 1st December

Due to various reasons, the Mini Vinnies Talent Quest that was meant to take place today has been postponed until Thursday 1st December. We are looking forward to seeing the large number of various acts that will be performed on this day.

LAST DAY FOR RETURNING LIBRARY BOOKS IS TOMORROW!

It is getting to that time of year when very soon we will need to start stocktaking all of the books that are in the library. This is going to be a huge job and to ensure that this task is completed before the end of the school year, the last day that all books will need to be returned back to school by tomorrow, Friday 18th November. Thanks again to all students and their parents who have already returned their library books. It will definitely make our stocktaking job that will be commencing very soon.

P & F Meeting

Our next and final P and F Meeting for the year will take place this upcoming Tuesday 22nd November at 6.00pm at The Taphouse. All are welcome to attend.

End of Year Presentation Night - Wednesday 7th December @ WCS 6pm

This will be the first time in a number of years that we will be able to have our Annual End of Year Presentation Night without any restrictions associated with COVID-19. This year we will be having our Presentation Night at the Walcha Multipurpose Centre on the 7th December commencing at 6pm. The first part of the night will take approximately an hour, where recognition will be given broadcasting the large number of highlights that we have had over this academic year as well as a number of performances. The second part of the night will be a barbecue, where all members of our school community are invited to join us.

2023 School Leadership Speeches and Election Day

As we are on the subject of preparing for our End of Year Presentation Night, a number of our Year 5 students have began preparing and rehearing their speeches for our upcoming 2023 School Leadership Speeches and Election Day on Wednesday 30th November. I would like to thank all of our Year 5 students who have nominated themselves to fill these positions if elected. I know all of you would do a fantastic job! The Year 5 speeches will commence at 9.30am in the library and parents are invited to join us. After the speeches have concluded, all of the students and staff members will then cast their votes. Our 2023 School Leaders will be officially announced at our End of Year Presentation Night.

2023 School Advisory Council Meeting held on Tuesday 15th November

The Annual General Meeting of the School Advisory Council took place last Tuesday 15th November. I would like to thank all of the members of the School Advisory Committee for everything you have done this year as your advice, support and dedication have been very beneficial in assisting me to run the school. I would like to formally welcome both Amy Clark and Henry Williams who have agreed to join the School Advisory Council for 2023.

One of our SAC members, Lisa Patterson-Kane has decided to step down from her role for the last two years. Lisa, your dedication and commitment to St Patrick's Primary is very much appreciated and again, thank you.

Semester 2 Reporting

Currently, the teachers are working on our Semester Two student reports. Parents will be able to view the reports via the parent portal in Week 9. The reports will also be printed and mailed home in Week 9. How to access the Semester Two reports on Compass in Week 9:

Log into Compass

To view the Semester 2 report either click on your child's profile and select report.

2023 School Fees

With the rise of the cost of living including the price hike of essentials like: electricity, fuel, food and other basic items for living going through the roof and it looks like this will be the new norm for the very near future. Instead of raising the school fees in accordance with the rise in inflation as I am meant to, I have decided to keep the school fees for the 2023 academic year at the same amount as this year. I hope this helps all of our families in some small way.

The 2023 school fees are as follows:

One child in a family = $1455 per year.

Two children in a family = $2765 year.

Three children in a family = $4074 year.

Term 4 - End of Year Date

School for the students will conclude for the year on Friday 16th December.

SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS

Our School Office hours are from 8:30am -3:30pm Monday to Friday.

If the school phone is unattended please leave a message on the answering machine.

In emergencies outside Office Hours you can also phone the school mobile 0428772328

SPORT

Term 4 Aquatics Program

School Aquatics Program