Creator God, be near to me.

When I’m uncertain, offer me comfort.

When I’m afraid, give me courage.

I give you thanks for all of the good things in my life.

I ask for help with the things that aren’t so good.

I pray for my community in the midst of this pandemic,

that everyone would stay safe and healthy.

Be with our leaders, and help them to make good decisions.

Thank you for your love. Amen.

Dear Parents and Carers,

Thank you for all support and cooperation this week, I have very much appreciated your kind words at Kiss & Drive. Our staff continue to work hard to provide continuity of learning for those learning remotely. Our thoughts are with those who are unwell.

I will include a weekly update in the newsletter on the status of Covid-19 protocols and classes in quarantine. As at today, 2W, 2G and PPG are in quarantine. When a class is impacted, I will communicate directly with those families on the day of notification of a Covid positive case.

Today is St Patrick's Day and some of the children have dressed up. Tomorrow is the Feast of St Joseph and we will celebrate with a whole school online liturgy, led by our Year 6 students. Icy-poles will be provided to all students after lunch to celebrate this important Feast Day.

Please remember that bookings for the online Parent-Teacher Interviews close tomorrow at 3pm.

God Bless and keep safe.

Allen McMahon

Principal

Next Monday, 21 March we will celebrate Harmony Day. The message of Harmony Week is everyone belongs. It is about inclusiveness, respect and belonging for all Australians, regardless of cultural or linguistic background. Students are encouraged to wear cultural dress or orange clothing to promote this significant occasion. Classes will participate in Harmony Day activities.

The Edu-dance Concert will take place on Wednesday 6 April for all PP – Year 6 classes (Week 10). Parents are not able to attend this year so all class performances will be filmed and made available to parents.

Students are asked to bring the below Edu-dance costumes with them to school on Wednesday 6 April. Students will change into their costumes prior to their performance and then change back into their school uniform following the dance. Students are also welcome to bring their costume to their Week 9 Edu-dance lesson to participate in a dress rehearsal. Please ensure students wear their joggers/sports shoes, with hair to be tied up unless otherwise stated.

Parent-Teacher Interviews will take place in Weeks 8 & 9 this term. Interviews will be 10 minutes in duration and take place over the phone. The online booking system is now open - please login and book a time.

National Ride2School Day is Australia’s biggest celebration of active travel and one of the best days on the school calendar. It is a day full of fun and colour where students, teachers and parents discover the joy of riding and kick-start healthy habits for the future.

• From Lawley's Bakery
• $8 per pack
• Three flavours: Chocolate, Fruit and Fruitless
• Order via the link below before Sunday, 27 March
• Orders will be delivered to classrooms on 4 and 5 April

Cash payments are no longer accepted. Payments can be made by credit card - Visit scholastic.com.au/LOOP or download the LOOP app. Your order will be electronically linked to the rest of your school's order. You do not need to complete the order form.

Term 1: Monday, 31 January to Friday, 8 April 2022

Term 2: Wednesday, April 27 to Friday, 1 July 2022

Term 3: Tuesday, 19 July to Friday, 23 September 2022

Term 4: Tuesday, 11 October to Friday, 9 December 2022

Term 2: Tuesday, 26 April and Friday, 3 June 2022

Term 3: Monday, 18 July and Friday, 19 August 2022

Term 4: Monday, 10 October 2022

Sacramental Program Enrolment Mass: Saturday, 12 March at 6pm

Confirmation: Saturday, 28 May at 6pm

Eucharist: Sunday, 19 June at 9:30am

Reconciliation: Saturday, 12 November at 10am