Thank you and Good Luck

Mrs Sandra Surace has resigned her teaching position at St Catherine’s and will not be returning in term three. I know you will join me in wishing Sandra all the best for the future as she pursues her career in another field.

I thank Sandra for her eight years of service to St Catherine’s School and for her dedication in supporting the learning and well being of students in her care over the years. In Sandra’s leadership role her organisation, energy and enthusiasm for many school events and community activities has contributed to the success of these events.  

Mrs Debra Bruenjes and Mrs Carmel Donlon will continue in their current role teaching the students in 5-6SS until the end of the year. Debra will work in 5-6SS classroom on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Mrs Carmel Donlon will work in 5-6SS classroom on Tuesday.

Year 5-6 Camp

Next term on Wednesday 17 to Friday 19 July year 5-6 students along with seven staff members will be attending Camp Weekaway in Benloch. Much preparation goes into organising and planning for school camp. I wish to take the opportunity to thank the staff attending camp as they need to make alternative arrangements with their own families so they can be away overnight with our students.

School camp provides an opportunity for students to engage in activities and challenges in a safe and supportive environment. The students are very excited about spending time with their peers and participating in outdoor activities. Our students will be well cared for and supervised at all times. A final letter to parents including details about what to pack etc will be sent home this week.

Communication

I have compiled a summary document for parents indicating all the forms of communication that take place in our school. A hard copy of this document will be handed out to parents at parent teacher meetings. You can also access this document on the parent engagement platform on the side menu or the school app. If you are unsure of where or how to access school information please ask any of our staff members who will be more than willing to help.

School Disco

Thank you to Julie Griffin and all the parents who volunteered to supervise students, sell glow products or bake and sell snacks at our school disco. A big thank you to Mark Inglis (Charlee’s dad) for his DJ work on the night. This was a wonderful night for our students.

School Closure Day

There will be a school closure day on Monday 5 August.  There is no school for students on this day.  Teachers will be engaged in Professional Learning at school on this day.