Dear Parents and Staff
A number of years ago I was privileged to travel to Ireland and as part of a “hop-on-hop-off” tour, we passed the residence of the Prime Minister. Our driver pointed out a candle which was kept burning in the window to be a guiding light for Irish citizens worldwide to find their way home. I thought this was a beautiful gesture which was very typical of the Irish who seem to have a special way of establishing and maintaining relationships. Just as the Irish Prime Minister shines the light to lead his citizens home, I think mothers, too, have an eternal warmth in their heart that draws their children back to them wherever they may roam. I hope all of our mums are made to feel very special by their children, not only this Sunday, but every day. Thank you to all mums for the care and love that they unconditionally give to us. I hope you have a wonderful day relaxing and being pampered.
ASSEMBLY
This morning we were treated to a wonderful Assembly presented by the Year Six classes. Whilst this was a belated reflection on their Camp held during first term, it was so pleasing for us all to be able to attend the live performance with so many parents able to join us. After reflecting on the journey to Australia by Giacomo, a migrant from Italy in the early 1900s, we were taken on a jaunt following the antics of the most notorious of Western Australian bushrangers, Moondyne Joe. Finally, we were led to reflect on ANZAC Day and the causes and futility of war. This was an excellent Assembly that showcased so much of the learning that the children had achieved during the week of their modified Camp earlier in the year. Many thanks to the staff who prepared the children for the Assembly and were so creative at short notice in providing the opportunity for the children to experience their Camp within the Covid constraints, that were in place as we returned to school.
I’m now looking forward to the Year 2M Assembly tomorrow morning.
EAGLES CUP
The recent easing of restrictions has meant that we are able to proceed with our interschool sporting events and I am looking forward to the first of the Eagles Cup fixtures tomorrow afternoon when we take on St Munchin’s School, Gosnells, in Netball, Soccer and AFL.
SCHOOL CLIMATE SURVEY
Tomorrow parents will receive an invitation to complete an online survey which will provide us with information to assist with future planning for our school. I encourage all parents to respond to the survey as the greater the response, the better will be able to reflect the thoughts and opinions of our community.
SCHOOL UNIFORM
It was wonderful to see how smartly dressed most of the children were as they returned in their winter uniforms after the recent school holidays. Unfortunately, though, some children have not been wearing the school tie and others have been wearing their sports jacket with their regular school uniform. The school uniform is a sign of our identity and should be worn correctly and with pride at all times. Please ensure that your children have the correct uniform and are wearing it as beautifully as Joel, Reegan, Ayana and Hailey in the photo below.
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL
