Dear Parents,

Our term is moving steadily along and learning and school routines are well embedded in each classrooms. I visit classrooms regularly and often stop in to do some teaching as well. I am very proud of what I see teachers and students doing in each room. St Mary’s is a busy place and great learning is happening everyday.

Sacrament of Reconciliation

We look forward to four students making their First Reconciliation this coming Sunday. Please keep our candidates: Logan, Calee Bree, Jessica and Aiden in your prayers.

Public Speaking

Students in Year 3 to 6 are busy preparing and putting the final touches to their speeches. Public speaking can be daunting but a skill worth working towards. By promoting it each year it supports students confidence and ability to communicate an idea in a public forum for an extended period of time. Congratulations to all our students on ‘stepping up’. Next Tuesday, St Mary’s will host St Joseph’s Adelong in a Speak Off. The two best public speakers for each level will proceed to the Western Region Public Speaking, Friday 16 September.

Book Week

Next week is our Book Week Parade and the theme for 2022 is Dreaming with Eyes Open. Students are asked to come to school dressed as their favourite book character. This is a highlight of the school year for many students and always a great day of celebrating quality literature.

Contact after hours

Please be advised that in the interest of work life balance teachers are best contacted via their school email address or by phoning the school between 8:30am to 4:30pm. This is the recommended form of communication that supports a positive and professional relationship for both staff and parents. Please avoid direct messaging. Thank you for your understanding.

Have a lovely week everyone,

Jannine