A message from the Principal Week 3
Dear SCA Families,
Next week we celebrate SCA Feast Week, a special time to honour our patron, St Clare of Assisi, and reflect on the values that shape our school community. St Clare’s life was one of courage, simplicity, and deep faith. She chose a path of poverty not as a lack, but as a way to make space for God’s love and presence in her life.
Clare’s decision to leave behind wealth and comfort to follow St Francis was bold and transformative. She founded the Order of Poor Ladies, now known as the Poor Clares, whose members continue her legacy of prayer, service, and humility around the world.
One of the most powerful messages from Clare is her belief that our actions speak louder than words. She once said, “When lips cease to pray, let your hands begin.” This week, let us reflect on how we can be the hands of Jesus in our world; through kindness, generosity, and compassion.
This Friday we also remember St Mary MacKillop, whose words continue to inspire: “Never see a need without doing something about it.” Perhaps this week, each family might take a moment to identify one simple way to help someone in need. Small acts of love can make a big difference.
May this coming Feast Week be a time of joy, reflection, and renewal for us all.
Trivia Night is Coming – Don’t Miss Out
It’s your school, your community—and your chance to connect!
Trivia Night is a fun, relaxed way to meet the adults who’ll be part of your family’s journey for years to come. Whether you know people or not, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved, have a laugh, and build connections.
Tickets are limited and selling slowly—let’s change that!
Organise your table or grab a seat this week. Let’s make it a night to remember!
Traffic Reminder – Be Patient, Be Safe, Be a Role Model
As you may be aware, construction of the new Health Centre on the corner of Heidelberg Street and Box Hill Avenue is well underway. Following recent meetings with ACT Government project managers and the site builders, we’ve been assured that they are aware of our school’s peak traffic times and are working to minimise disruption.
While they cannot enforce restrictions, they have requested that suppliers and contractors avoid deliveries between 8:00am–9:30am and 2:30pm–3:30pm. However, some major deliveries are scheduled and may impact traffic flow.
All site traffic will enter via Heidelberg Street (left turn only) and exit via Box Hill Avenue (left turn only) to help reduce congestion.
We ask all families to please:
- Be patient during drop-off and pick-up times
- Drive and park with care and consideration
- Set a positive example for your children and others
Let’s work together to keep our school community safe and respectful during this busy time.
Upcoming Major Deliveries (for your awareness):
- 22 August – 8 concrete trucks + 1 concrete pump (from 7:00am until complete)
- 26 August – 8 concrete trucks + 1 concrete pump (from 7:00am until complete)
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
NAIDOC Mass
On Friday last week Catholic Schools from across the archdiocese gathered at St Christopher's Cathedral in Manuka, to celebrate NAIDOC Week. Many of our Indigenous students represented SCA. Thanks to Miss White and Mrs Strickland for taking the students. A small selection of photos is available on the Catholic Education Office website.
Hats On
Though it’s still cold, the UV is on the increase, so we remind you of the school policy regarding exposure to the sun: Simply stated, from August until May, there is a ‘No Hat – No Play’ policy.
Community Council Meeting
Our fifth Community Council Meeting for the year was held last night (Tuesday 5th August). The following items were discussed:
- Principal’s Report
- Governance and Management of OSHC
- Trivia Night
- Resilience Project
- AGM and Future Open Meetings
- Traffic at SCA
If you would like to discuss any of the items, please speak with one of our Council members, or email council.scaconder@cg.catholic.edu.au
It was once said…
We become what we love and who we love shapes what we become. “If we love things, we become a thing. If we love nothing, we become nothing.” Clare of Assisi
Blessings to you and your family.
Matt Egan-Richards
Principal