Dear Parents and Carers

This newsletter marks the end of our school year, and there have been many preparations happening around the school to get ready for 2024. The season of Advent is just like this, a time of preparation, a time of reflection of the past year, a time of clearing the clutter of our hearts and minds and waiting, waiting for the promise of a Saviour. In our Catholic tradition that saviour is not a grand king of power and wealth but as Kindergarten so eloquently explained to me this week, ‘Well ….he was born in that thing where the animals eat….it’s called a maaaanger.’ I am always personally astounded by the wisdom and foresight of our God to bring the 'greatest' in the form of the least. In this time of Advent and Christmas let us be grateful for all the blessings every family in our school are gifted with: love, a roof over our heads, a supportive community and peace. These are the true gifts of Christmas. 

In my Principal Address yesterday, I expresesed my heartfelt gratitude for the tireless and expert work of my staff this year. Our students and families are so blessed to have such a dedicated team caring for every child in our school everyday. I have been incredibly well supported by our leadership team: Mrs Valentini, Mrs Wilson, Mrs Cerff and Mrs Hedger, they all bring such wisdom and kindness to our school community. I thank the many people who volunteer their time and energy to our school, you are an example to your children and our community, the importance of giving without the expectation of receiving. I thank you, our parents and families for your support, working in partnership with us, the support and understanding that you have shown as parents leads to success for your child within our school and into their futures. The partnership between school and home reveals to our children the expectation and boundaries of the wider community and society, celebrating achievements and accepting mistakes as learning opportunities. At times this has not been easy for the staff or parents but ‘Together we are strong’, and I thank you.

I hope that all of our families enjoy a well earned break over the Christmas period, my prayer is that you enjoy precious time with your family and friends. Keep the story of Jesus at the centre of your family. Please enjoy this version of the Christmas story Christmas according to Kids

We look forward to welcoming you back in 2024. 

Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year.

Yours in partnership
Lindy Nelson