Principal's Announcements
First Eucharist
Congratulations to the children who celebrated their First Communion on the weekend. They all looked magnificent and did a wonderful job taking part in the mass. Thank you to Marg Lee and Maree Williams for organising the program and for preparing such beautiful masses over the weekend. First Eucharist is a very special time for the children and their families.
Festival of the Sacred
Congratulations to the Gr 5/6 students who took part in the Festival of the Sacred today. They joined 400 students from the Goulburn Valley to perform a variety of songs and dances they have been practicing under the guidance of teachers from the Victorian Academy of performing Arts. Well done kids!
Look for St Mary's on the WIN News at 6pm tonight.
School Board
Our School Board met last night for our final meeting for the year. We looked at the responses from our parent survey to identify areas of improvement for 2020. This included more support for children struggling socially, bullying awareness, a gifted and talented program, improvements for Kinder transition and teacher parent communication. Overall we were thrilled with the positive responses and satisfaction levels. We also looked at plans for future capital works, which centres around the extension of our Gr 5/6 classrooms, a new art room and media room. I am very grateful to the parents who play a part on the Board for giving up their time to contribute to the school.
High School Captains
Congratulations to ex St Mary's students who have recently been announced as Captains of their respective High Schools. James Nethersole was named School Captain of Goulburn Valley Grammar and Isaac Dowling Vice Captain of Notre Dame College. Harry Crilly and Tom McCarty were both awarded the position of House Captain at NDC. What a wonderful reflection of St Mary's!
New Staff Members
We are excited to announce that Coby Turk and Hannah Chasemore will be joining our teaching staff next year. Coby is an ex St Mary's student and Hannah is from Shepparton (St Brendan's & NDC). They both have recently completed their Bachelor of Education at La Trobe Bendigo. We are very excited to welcome Coby and Hannah to our staff for 2020.
Gr 1/2 Excursion
The Gr 1/2's had a brilliant day at the Strawberry Farm and Camel Farm today which was part of their unit of work Paddock to Plate. What a great day for an excursion!
Prep Information Night
The 2020 Prep Information night is taking place tonight (Wednesday 27th Nov) beginning at 7pm.
End of Year Picnic and Christmas Concert
This will be taking place on the John Gray oval again this year and we are looking forward to another great night! Families are welcome to bring along their own picnic chairs and food, however chicken burgers, hamburgers and drinks will also be available from the food van.
End of Year Events
Orientation Day Tuesday 10th December.
End of Year Mass Friday 13th Dec 9:30am Marian Centre.
Gr 6 Celebration Night Monday 16th Dec 6:30pm
End of Year Reports Released Tuesday 17th Dec
Gr 6 Fun Day Tuesday 17th Dec
End of Year Picnic and Christmas Concert Tuesday 17th Dec John Gray Oval (Mooroopna Sound Shell) 6pm.
Final Day Students Wednesday 19th Dec 2:30pm dismissal (Buses at normal time)
School Resumes 2020 Thursday 30th January
Principals Award
Week 6 Jemma Lewis
Jemma is mature and has a diligent approach to her work which has enabled her to work to a high standard. She has incredible manners, is kind and unselfish. Jemma presents her works absolutely magnificently and always produces over and above the expected amount. She is the most attentive listener, and is very respectful.
Jemma works brilliantly with anyone and is able to support and encourage them.
Pupil Free Day Friday
Please note that next Friday 6th December is a pupil free day. The teachers are planning for 2020.
Mr Butts' Jokes of the Week
Q: How did the dog stop the movie on his TV?
A: He hit the paws button!
Q: What is the longest word in the dictionary?
A: Smiles. Because there is a mile between the s's!