News from the Principal
Dear Parents, Guardians and Carers,
Harmony Week is a celebration held annually in March across Australia. It’s aimed at promoting diversity, respect and inclusiveness. This event is an excellent opportunity for parents to teach their children about different cultures, traditions and customs. The goal is to encourage everyone to appreciate and celebrate differences and promote a sense of community and belonging for everyone.
During Harmony Week, there are a number of events and activities held to bring people from different cultures together. These activities include multicultural food festivals, cultural performances, art exhibitions and workshops. Participating in these events helps children to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the diverse communities that make up Australia.
As a parent, you can engage your children in discussions about multiculturalism and encourage them to ask questions. Promoting a more harmonious and inclusive society, can help children grow up with a greater appreciation for the richness and diversity of Australia's cultural landscape.
Change of date for School Closure Day - Pupil Free Day
The school closure day originally occurring on Tuesday 10th June (after the King’s Birthday long weekend) has now moved to Friday 6th June. This is due to a change in circumstances for the staff of St Michael’s to participate in a Professional Learning day with Mr Michael Ymer. This day will be held in conjunction with St Gabriel’s staff and the focus is on “Effective Strategies for Teaching and Learning of Mathematics”.
Please note the change of date in your calendars.
Aerobics Competition - Friday 28th March at 9am.
The dance routine looks amazing and now is the time for the judging competition. You are all warmly invited to remain in the playground at school drop off on Friday 28th March for the final aerobics dance off! Each house team will be scored against a criteria and an overall winner will be announced. The house captains have done a wonderful job teaching the students (and staff) and we look forward to it all coming together next week.
Important Dates - these dates are also located on the school website
- Monday 17th March - 21st March - Dental Van onsite
- Thursday 20th March - Hot Cross Bun Order closes on CDFpay 10pm
- Friday 21st March - Year 3/4 Mass at 9:30am
- Tuesday 25th March - District Athletics
- Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th March - Life Ed visiting the 5/6s
- Thursday 27th March - P&F Annual General Meeting
- Friday 28th March - Aerobics Competition at 9am
- Friday 4th April - Last Day of Term 1pm finish