Term 1 Week 3 - Friday 10th February 2023

From our Principal

Dear families, 

My Gospel inspiration for this week comes from Matthew. He writes: "No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others..." 

The light referred to in this verse is often interpreted as the light of faith, and the call to be a light to the world is a call to live out our faith in a way that is visible to others. It’s a reminder for us to be living examples of the love, compassion, and mercy to those around us. 

To that end, I wish to extend my love, thoughts and prayers to Father Andrew Hayes and his family. Andrew’s father, Alwyn ‘Jock’ Hayes passed away Sunday night aged 84. Jock’s life will be celebrated on Monday at St Patrick’s Cathedral in Ballarat.  

It has been wonderful to chat with our students over the past week and to note how excited they were to be back at school. The first weeks of School are focussed on building and strengthening relationships, becoming familiar with routines and nurturing a sense of belonging. We look forward to continuing this learning journey with our upcoming student Meet and Greets.

Every blessing

Roxanne

Junior Learning Community

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Important PAM Account Information

Most of our families should be aware that our student administration system SIMON upgraded PAM over the holiday break. Last week we rolled out our new PAM accounts via email. If you haven't done so already, could you please ensure your PAM account is active and that your child/ren's medical profiles are updated ASAP. 

Thank you!

Lost Property

We have had a number of jumpers go missing since the start of the term. Please check your child's jumper to make sure it is theirs. If not, please return any that are not to the office.

If you have purchased any jumpers recently (new or second hand) please make sure they are named so that they are easy to return to their owner.

Thank you!

2023 School Fee Information

CSEF & Family Fee Assistance

Fee assistance forms are now available at the front office for eligible families to receive an annual discount on your school fees. Please bring your up to date health care card or pension card with you so that we can obtain a copy.

Forms will need to be completed by FRIDAY 24th FEBRUARY

Pink Family Forms Due

Family forms need to be handed in to the office by FRIDAY 24th FEBRUARY

Happy Birthday!

To the folowing students who celebrated over the school holidays and the first 2 weeks of school:

Amelia P, Rafferty B, Willow K, Otis M, Inez P, Phoebe H, Libby H, Jasmine J, Isabelle P, Tanner W, Izabelle B, Sienna H, Elliott B & Ellie P

Parish Bulletin

TERM 1 DATES

Tuesday 14th February
Whole School Mass 12.15pm @ The Church

Friday 17th February
Book Club orders due

Wednesday 22nd February
Foundation Rest Day
Parent Teacher Meet & Greets from 3.30pm

Thursday 23rd February
Parent Teacher Meet & Greets from 3.30pm

Wednesday 1st March
Foundation Rest Day

Thursday 2nd March
Black Ranges Swimming

Wednesday 8th March
Final Foundation Rest Day

Thursday 9th March
School Photos 
Black Ranges Tennis

Monday 13th March
Labour Day Public Holiday

Wednesday 15th March
Foundation students at school full time

Wednesday 15th March - Monday 27th March
NAPLAN - Grades 3 & 5

Thursday 23rd March
SSG Meetings

Friday 24th March
SSG Meetings

Thursday 30th March
SSG Meetings

Friday 31st March
Athletics Carnival @ Alexandra Oval

Thursday 6th April
End of Term 1
Whole School Music Performance from 1pm
Early finish at 2.15pm

Monday 24th April
Start of Term 2

Tuesday 25th April
ANZAC Day

Tuesday 9th May
Student Free Day - Staff PD

2023 St Mary's Canteen Price List

Expressions of Interest - Piano Lessons

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