Dear SCA Families,

We are excited to invite members of our school community to consider nominating themselves for a position on the School Community Council Executive. Serving on the Council Executive is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our school, and to work together to enhance our community and the educational experience for all our students.

The School Council Executive plays a vital role in shaping the community and direction of our school, and your involvement will provide valuable insight and ideas. Whether you have prior experience or are new to this type of role, your passion and commitment to our school will make a difference.

If you are interested in nominating yourself or learning more about the role, please contact myself, Jo Reed or any present member of the Executive. We encourage you to be part of this important journey! Nominations are open until this Friday (but if you need the weekend that’s okay too).

For further details, please refer to the note sent via Compass on Thursday 10^th of October. Thank you for your ongoing support of our school.

Fete

The countdown to our biggest event of the year is well and truly on. Please let all of your extended family and friends know about our Fete on Friday 15^th November, from 4 – 8pm.

Thanks to our generous (and small) group of volunteers who are working extremely well to make sure everything is organised. Your help is needed, so please follow links and directions elsewhere in this newsletter to give a hand.

Hats

Please remind your child to have their school hat at school each day. They should also be wearing it before and after school to ensure they are fully protected. I highly encourage all families to check tonight to make sure hats are clearly labelled.

Is It Fruit?

An effective practice each of our classes participates in is “Fruit Break”. Research has shown that a short break, when children snack on fresh fruit or vegetables, is beneficial to learning as well as overall health.

Why have a Fruit and Veg Break at school?

• To improve the overall intake of fruit and vegetables in students while at school
• To ensure all students have some nutritious food early in the morning, especially as some children do not eat breakfast
• Fruit and veg breaks can help to improve student’s concentration and learning capacity
• Kids are more likely to eat fruits and vegetables if other snacks are not an option
• Kids are more likely to eat fruits and vegetables if their friends are doing it too
• Kids may skip recess to play - they can be very hungry by lunch time

What can my child eat?

• All fresh fruit is permitted (e.g. whole fruits such as a banana or a small apple, chopped melon)
• Fruit canned with artificial sweeteners added is not permitted. Artificial sweeteners are not recommended for children
• Fruit canned in water, juice or no added sugar is permitted (e.g. peach slices).  Don't forget a spoon!
• Dried fruit is permitted, although, fresh fruit or vegetables is the first choice because dried fruit contains high concentration of natural sugar and it tends to cling to teeth, increasing risk of tooth decay (e.g. sultanas)
• All fresh vegetables are permitted (e.g. celery, carrot sticks, broccoli bits etc.)

What foods are not allowed?

All other foods are not permitted including:

• 'Fruit' products (e.g. fruit leather, fruit roll-ups, fruit bars or similar)
• Fruit jams or jellies
• Fruit pies or cakes
• Fruit canned in syrup or jelly or with artificial sweeteners
• Canned or processed vegetables
• Vegetable or potato crisps, hot potato chips, olives
• Vegetable pastries (pies, pasties, sausage rolls)
• Baked vegetable breads
• Vegetable cakes, fritters, quiches or similar
• Popcorn

Reminder to Families: Supervision Before 8:25am

We kindly ask that students not be dropped off before 8:25am, as supervision is unavailable until that time. For families needing to drop off children earlier, Before School Care is available to ensure they are safely supervised. Please contact us for more information on this service. Thank you for your cooperation!

End of Year Events – Please note them in your diary now

• SCA Fete – Friday 15 November from 4.00pm
• 30^th Anniversary Picnic – Thursday 28 November from 4.30pm
• Kinder Christmas Concert – Monday 9 December at 12.10pm
• Semester Two Awards Assembly – Tuesday 10 December at 9.00am
• End of Year Thanksgiving Mass – Wednesday 11 December at 11.30am
• Year 6 Graduation – Wednesday 11 December at 5.00pm
• Term Four Ends for students – Monday 16 December (at 3.00pm)

It was once said…

Blessings to you and your family.

Matt Egan-Richards

Principal

matt.egan-richards@cg.catholic.edu.au