Dear Families,

If there is truth in the old saying about time flying when you’re having fun, then everyone at St Clare of Assisi must have had a ball so far this year. As this term draws to a close there is so much to be grateful for, so much to give thanks for. There are times when, if we had the chance, we would say or do things differently. The end of term and the holidays, gives us the opportunity to look forward with renewed energy, vigour, vitality and enthusiasm for the term to come.

I wish everyone a very happy Easter season and all its blessings, and pray we all see it as a call to renew our commitment to live as disciples and to work for peace in the world. (The season of Easter continues until the feast of Pentecost on Sunday 28^th May.)

During this week, the children from all year levels are leading us in prayer to mark Holy Week and the Easter stories. These prayer celebrations help us to recall the Passion and Resurrection of Jesus and to enter into meaningful prayer. Thanks to the children involved and the teachers.

I also take this opportunity to thank each one of our staff for the efforts they have made together for your children this term. I continue to be impressed with the caring commitment obvious from the staff at St Clare of Assisi

Colour Run

Friday was a fantastic day of fun, excitement, and most of all, colour. Thank you to everyone who contributed to make it a successful fundraiser for our new playground equipment and the Project Compassion appeal. I am pleased to report that we raised over $18000, thanks to the support of so many people.

It was great to see so many parents join us to help out, cheer the kids on, or just share in the vibe of the day. Thanks to those of you who did help, and to the staff who all participated with good humour. A special thanks to Mrs Jo Thompson, who along with a band of helping staff and parents, organised this year’s event.

Parent / Teacher Conferences

It has been wonderful to see parents and teachers walking away from interviews looking so positive last week. The parents I have spoken with have been full of praise for their child’s teacher and are looking forward to the rest of the year. Thank you to the parents for your support of all we do here.

Special thanks to the teachers for keeping a smile during the long days of the week on top of all the work involved in organising and preparing for the conferences. Thank you.

Community Council Secretary

We thank our outgoing Community Council Secretary, Emma Phelan, who, after 5 years of service to the Council, is stepping aside. We especially thank her for her three years as Treasurer prior to taking on the Secretary role.

In light of this, we are seeking nominations from the community for a new Council member who is willing to serve as the Council Secretary. According to our constitution, the role of the Secretary is:

The Secretary will record accurately the minutes of the meeting, filing one (1) copy with the school and one (1) on the Council file.  The Secretary, in collaboration with the Chair and the Principal, will prepare a brief report of each meeting for the school newsletter.  The Secretary assists the Chair and the Principal in the preparation of the agenda and ensures that agenda items are advertised prior to the meeting.  The Secretary will handle all correspondence as directed by the meeting. 

Persons interested are asked to email their expression of interest to sca@cg.catholic.edu.au by Friday 21 April. For further information about the role, please contact me at school.

Energy Drinks

There have been reports of energy drinks, in particular, Prime at school in recent weeks. There are warnings on the label of these products advising that these drinks are not suitable for children under the age of 15. As with soft drinks, these drinks should not be brought to school. We have been advised that some students stop by the shops on their way to school to purchase these drinks.

We ask that families support the school by ensuring the following:

• We ask that families support the school by ensuring the following:
• Energy drinks are not to be brought to school.
• Empty energy drink bottles should not be used for water bottles at school.
• No student from St Clare of Assisi should be at the shops in their school uniform, either before or after school, without a responsible adult present.

Any energy drink brought to school will be placed in the fridge and given back to the students at the end of the day.

Winter Uniform

It is time to get the winter uniforms out and dust them off. We will be wearing it when we return for Term Two on 26^th April. We will have the usual few weeks of change over, but students are expected to wear correct winter uniform. A reminder that black ‘jogger, canvas or boots’ type school shoes are not part of the school uniform. The only school shoes allowed at St Clare’s are the traditional or formal black leather school shoes.

2023 Enrolments

2023 Enrolment Period

1^st May until 21^st May

Open Days Thursday 4^th May and Thursday 18^th May

Enrolment time will be on us again in a few weeks. If you have a little one ready for school in 2023 or you know of anyone interested in looking at our fantastic school for their children, the enrolment packs will be ready for the beginning of the new term

Term Two

A final reminder that Term Two will commence on Wednesday 26^th April.

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Enjoy the break from school routines. We look forward to seeing you back safely on Wednesday 26^th April.

Blessings to you and your family.

Matt Egan-Richards

Principal

matthewer@cg.catholic.edu.au