Dear Parents and Carers,

During mass this weekend we will hear in the First Reading and Gospel that God wants us to forgive one another and not to hold grudges. As parents and educators, we are the most influential teachers. If we want children to be people who are caring and loving and who do not harbour bitter feelings, then we must teach them, by our example, about forgiveness. It is a wonderful gift we give when we forgive someone.

When a child asks for forgiveness, and we forgive, they are learning an important life lesson.

When we tell a child that we are sorry about something, we enable them to give us the rich gift of forgiveness. Grudges and bitterness constrict our hearts, but forgiveness allows our hearts the capacity to love and grow. We ask God to help us be people of forgiveness.

Our First Eucharist Mass on Sunday was such a special occasion. Congratulations to our candidates and their families on their efforts in preparing for the celebration of the sacrament. In his homily, Fr Loi compared the Eucharist to the gift of a plant or flower. To survive, a plant needs to be regularly watered and cared for. Fr Loi encouraged parents to bring their children along to mass each weekend to receive communion. He said this is how the children’s love and relationship with God will be nourished.  I have included photos of the celebration for your delight

Thank you to our amazing staff who assisted in so many ways on Sunday. In the busyness of their world, they always have time to build the religious life of our school. Thank you too to Macy L and Alyssa D who joined the choir and Evie P who supported her classmates. A very special mention to Philomena Billington and members of the parish choir who spent their Monday afternoons rehearsing for Sunday’s Eucharistic celebration. Together we created many amazing memories.

Wellbeing Friday

On Friday our senior students will be involved in Wellbeing programs. Year 5 & 6 girls will be participating in The Girl Campaign, while Year 5 & 6 boys will be involved in the Dare Program.

The Girl Campaign – Kimberli Eke

The Girl Campaign is an educational and interactive program that addresses the navigation of a positive self-esteem and body image. 

TGC empowers girls with the skills and confidence to focus on their positive attributes and recognise self-destructive behaviours when they do occur. 

TGC also focuses on the main influences of our self-esteem and body image and how to practice self-care behaviours moving forward. The program also explores  friendship dynamics and how we can influence the self-esteem of others.