2nd Week of Lent

God of the Journey,

may this Lenten season

challenge us to a

change of heart:

to live gently,

to love generously,

to count blessings and

walk paths of peace

and inclusion.

Amen

Dear Parents and Carers,

It is hard to believe that we are coming to the end of Week 5, Term 1. We are aware that it has been very busy with communications from the school. Please remember to check the Newsletter and Reminders Newsletter as they often have information to keep you current with what is happening around the school.

Parents Teacher Interviews

Thank you for making the time to meet with your child/ren’s teacher this week. We appreciate the opportunity to speak with you and get to know more about your child so that we can work together during 2023 to enable growth and development.

A gentle reminder that it is extremely important for parents to contact teachers when they have questions or concerns as we cannot address what we do not know. 

Kindergarten Introduction to the first Year of Primary School Education

The Kindergarten teaching team presented an informative session for parents last Tuesday evening. It was wonderful to see so many families represented at this important introduction to primary school. Welcoming parents to connect with the school onsite, after so many years ruled by COVID restrictions, was delightful.

We extend gratitude to the staff for their time and effort to provide these opportunities for our families.

Community Council AGM 

Congratulations and thank you to parents who attended the Community Coucil AGM following the Kindergarten Information evening.

The following parents who have been elected to Esecutive Roles in the 2023 Community Council:-

• Chair – Jac Hrast
• Deputy Chair  - Danielle Hartnett
• Secretary – Elsa Heitbrink
• Treasurer  - Andrew Thomson
• Parent rep coordinator – Vanessa Miller
• Fundraising co-ordinator –nomination welcome
• Communications Officer – nomination welcome

We thanked our 2022 CC Executive Team and look forward to a year with less restrictions on school activities.

Parent Reps - We are seeking nominations for Parent Representatives in most class. Year 3 Red has a volunteer already. Please email the office if you would like information about the role or are able to fill the position for a class.

Book Fair

Thank you to Mr Fox for organising the 2023 Book Fair for SHPS. Your support of this event is much appreciated. It provides valuable resources for the library to improve your child's learning experience at Sacred Heart and brings a great deal of joy to your child/ren.

Athletics Carnival

Thank you to Mrs Stumbles for organising our school athletics carnival today. Our thanks to the many staff who helped in so many ways and thank you to all of the parents, carers and friends who volunteered to help. These wonderful occasions are not possible without your help. This was a fabulous community event, highlighting the school spirit and our virtues in action. We understand that not all families are able to attend so the school facebook will post some of today’s action.

First Reconciliation

Please keep in your prayers the candidates who are receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation tonight.  Preparation for the First Eucharist will begin on Wednesday evening.

We have engaged Mrs Christina Hill and Mrs Donna Gordan to teach STEAM for the remainder of Term 1. 

Retreat

Please keep me in your prayers as I attend the Annual Principal's Retreat in the Southern Highlands next week. 

Take care and keep safe