• Carpark Pick Up  For safety reasons, a reminder that children are not allowed to walk across the carpark without an adult during school hours.

• First Holy Communion Week 5 Monday 17th August. Congratulations to the following students on receiving the Sacrament of Eucharist on the weekend: Ashleigh O, Tiana J, Emmy C.

• School Fees Due  A friendly reminder that school fees are now due. As per the COVID push notification that went out recently, if you are experiencing difficulties please contact the Front Office.

• Clothing Pool  Clothing Pool this term is by appointment only. Please ring the Front Office to book an appointment time. The days and times available are: Monday morning 8.30-9am, Tuesday and Thursday afternoon 12-2.15pm and Friday afternoon 12-3pm. Orders can also be made through the QKR App and then delivered to your child.

• YMCA School Holiday Program Holiday Care is confirmed for October school holidays! Check the YMCA website for details. The program allows you to enrol for days that your children will love.

• Book Week ( 19^th – 23^rd October) 

  Term 3 is usually when we celebrate the Children’s Book Council Awards (CBCA). Due to the pandemic, Book Week has been moved to next term. However, we will continue to share and explore the shortlisted books during library this Term.  We will celebrate Book Week during Week 2, Term 4, the 19^th-23^rd October. The theme to this year’s Book Week is 'Curious Creatures, Wild Minds'. 

Employment Opportunity: A new administration position is available at Sacred Heart Church, Pearce – Parish Office Coordinator. Initially a 12 month fixed term contract. Hours would fluctuate between 12-18 hours per week during school terms, dependant on the duration of our Sacramental Programme. Contract to commence as soon as possible. Also a possibility for additional hours in school holidays if required. The position will consist of office duties and assisting in the coordination of parish sacramental programmes. Come and join a committed, fun, dynamic team! A Duty Statement is available from the Parish Priest and applicants may send a current CV to Fr Richard Thompson PP Richard.thompson@cg.org.au. Applications close 3pm Friday 4^th September.

Dogs: While we love our four-legged family members, dogs are not able to come to school.  The Territory and Municipal Services website states that dogs are not to be taken into the grounds of a childcare centre, preschool, primary or high school during school hours, including morning drop-off or afternoon pick-up, or any after school sports training events.  In public places, a dog must not be taken within 10 metres of a designated play space (if children are playing on it).  For further information please visit: 

 https://www.cityservices.act.gov.au/city-living/recreation/recreation-with-my-dog

insights encourage kids to occupy themselves

On Monday 17th August we celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Sacred Heart Primary. The children and staff had a fantastic day celebrating with dressing up, the Satellite Selfie and the 70's disco. Please enjoy some of the photos that were taken on the day and also the links to the ABC News and Win News interviews.

ABC News Canberra: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/abc-news-act

WIN News Canberra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rGwkyDB1eE

Congratulations to the following students celebrating their Birthday this week 

Liera G, Natalie C, Parise T, Ryan G, Georgia A, Ameya R, Roland S.