We respectfully acknowledge the Ngunnawal people, the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and learn, and pay respect to the First Nations Peoples and their elders, past, present and emerging.
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Dear SCA Families
10km per hour…. It’s really quite slow. It’s proven to be the speed which is more likely to keep our kids, staff and community safe. It’s also the maximum speed allowed in the school grounds. Please, be patient, be careful, and be slow.
Left Turn Only… It’s really quite easy. It’s also more likely to keep traffic flowing,which will reduce frustrations and delays for fellow human beings. It’s the only direction you are allowed to turn, when leaving the school, between 8.45 - 9.15am and 2.45 - 3.15pm.
Parent Teacher Interviews
At SCA we strongly believe the job of educating children requires a strong and open partnership between staff and parents/carers. It is vital, therefore, that all families have at least one parent attend parent teacher interview in Week 11 of this term. Please note that interviews for K Green, 3 Blue and 4 Red will be held in Week 10.
Keep an eye out for booking instructions via Compass.
Swimming Carnival and Water Fun Day
Thank you so much to the many parents and relatives who helped at our Swimming Carnival and Water Fun Day last week. We were worried when few people had nominated before the event, but in true SCA style, we were inundated with helpers on the day. Thank you.
Well done to all the students. The cheering and support of team-mates was spirited, and the engagement, at school and the pool, was full on by so many students. Well done especially, to those who were a bit nervous, and still had a go. We’re proud of you.
Finally, thanks to the staff. These events don’t just happen by themselves. Thanks to our organising committee, led by Mrs Austin and the Infants team, and to all the staff for working hard all day to ensure the children had an enjoyable and safe day.
Family Week
Time certainly has flown this year. Next week is Week 7 of term. During this week, we try to minimise after school commitments for staff and students to allow everyone to reconnect and focus more on their families. That also means we do not set homework for the week. I encourage everyone to take at least one night next week to gather as a family, with no distractions, and simply enjoy each other’s company. Quiet time with the family is such a blessing in this busy world.
School Fees
Term 1 Fees were electronically sent to family email addresses last Thursday, 29th February. CECG sent these to families much later than I had hoped, for which I apologise. If the payment date, of 13 March, is difficult, please feel okay to take an extra couple of weeks. If you need longer than this, please don’t hesitate to speak with me. Please also note, fee statements will be sent out monthly.
Our policy is that no child should miss out on a Catholic school education because their parents genuinely cannot afford the fees. We have a fee remittance policy and process in place to support families who might not be able to afford some, or all, of the fees. Please feel welcome to contact Jo McCarthy or myself for a confidential chat regarding applying for a fee remission.
If you would like more information or have any queries regarding your fees, please contact the Front Office.
It is most important that you notify the School regarding any changes to your email address as this is our primary form of communication.
Term Two Starting Date – Tuesday 30th April
Monday 29th April is a pupil free day in all Catholic Primary Schools in Canberra. Teachers will be working together on a program called “Catalyst”, in which we focus on evidence based, high impact teaching practices.
All students will commence school on Tuesday 30th April.
Year 6 Camp
Best wishes to the students and staff of Year 6. At 7:30am this morning I farewelled them as they left for Jindabyne for three days of action and fun. Thanks to Mrs Wilkes, Mr Purcell, Mr Wells, Mrs Thomson, Mr Aifantis and Mrs Reed who will generously give their own time to allow the children this great opportunity.
Welcome
We warmly welcome Mr Wayne Dunn to the team at SCA. Wayne started with us as our new Janitor / Groundsperson, on Monday, and has already made a positive impact.
While the Cat’s Away…
On Thursday and Friday of this week I will be away from school for the CECG annual Archdiocesan Principals’ Retreat. Mrs Jo Reed will be on Year 6 Camp, so Mrs Belinda Breen and Mrs Rachel Kennedy will be managing things in our absence. Mrs Anne Staines, a Senior Officer from Catholic Education, will be at school for the two days to provide leadership support for the team.
It was once said…
Blessings to you and your family.
Matt Egan-Richards
Principal
matt.egan-richards@cg.catholic.edu.au
Gospel – Sunday 10th March: John 3: 14-21
The Gospel passage tells us that God’s Son was not sent into the world to condemn it, but rather, ‘so that through him the world might be saved’. It also tells us that whoever refuses to believe ‘is already condemned’. God does not condemn the world, nor individuals within it. Indeed, God is absolutely determined to save the world. However, we do sometimes condemn ourselves. When we turn our back on love; when we hide from relationships; when we wallow in selfishness – we shut ourselves off from relationship with God and condemn ourselves. We only have to open our eyes to see the alternative!
Project Compassion
For over 60 years, Caritas Australia has worked hand in hand with the most marginalised and remote communities in Australia and overseas to confront the challenges of poverty. Our fundraising directly supports people in these communities. One of those people, is Ronita from the Phillipines.
Please consider donating to this very worthwhile cause. This can be done via your child’s classroom Project Compassion box or via this website https://schools.projectcompassion.org.au/o/st-clare-of-assisi-primary-school-conder
Altar Server Training & Refresher Sessions
For current servers and those aspiring to be altar servers.Servers need to be Catholic and in Year 4 or upwards.Thursday 7 March at 5.30pm ORFriday 15 March at 4.00pm in Holy Family ChurchThe sessions should take about 30-40 minutesParents are welcome.
Enquiries to Anne Gowen tuggeranongsouth.sacraments@cg.org.au
I hope you have a wonderful long weekend with your families!
Rachel Kennedy
Religious Education Coordinator
Congratulations to the children who will be awarded white cards at the 8.45 am Friday Morning Assembly
| Kinder | Harper A, Selena D, Adelaide D |
| Year 1 | Aleu N, Adelaide R |
| Year 2 | Vincent J, Amelia McK, Chaga N, Liam O, Zac W |
| Year 3 | Talon D, Levi D, Ahmed R, Peyton R, Samayra S |
| Year 4 | Joshua D, Liam H |
2024 TERM 1
WEEK 6 (4th March to 8th March)
WEEK 7 (11th March to 15th March)
WEEK 8 (18th March to 22nd March)
Friday 22nd March - Year 4 Assembly
WEEK 9 (25th March to 29th March)
WEEK 10 (1st April to 5th April)
2024 TERM 2
WEEK 1 (Tuesday 30th April - 3rd May )
All dates are available on the School Calender
