St Patrick’s Day

On St Patrick’s Day we were very lucky to be visited by the Newry School of Irish Dancing. Their dancers entertained with a range of different dances which were very lively and had us all tapping our feet and in awe of their skills and energy. Our students were very fortunate to be able to participate in mini dancing workshops led by the Newry dancers who did a wonderful job of breaking down their dances into simple moves our students could do. A big thank you to Bettina for organising the visit, it was such a treat and so much fun for our community and a fantastic way to celebrate St Patrick’s Day through the art of Irish Dancing.

The Season of Lent

In John’s Gospel Jesus prays that we may all be one.

The message of Project Compassion this year is unite against poverty. In the Book of Matthew, Jesus said: “For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.

Let us pray that we can unite to bring peace and justice and so care for the world and humanity. Our Yr 1/ 2 Students challenged us at Whole School Prayer this week by asking us what we will do to make a difference for others during this season of Lent. The Reception and Yr 1/ 2 Classes recently raised $143.60 at their Ice Block Fundraiser for our school community and other events are planned for later this term to raise more money for Project Compassion.

Project Compassion has been running for 61 years, beginning as a fundraiser for a fishing boat for Tiwi Islanders and growing to a multi-million-dollar Lenten appeal that has now raised nearly $300 million for people all around the world. Please give whatever coins or small change you can to fill the Project Compassion boxes on the prayer tables of your child’s classroom to support the ongoing work of Caritas. Through Caritas we can unite against poverty this year.

Lenten Prayer
God of our journey
we are all pilgrims of hope
brought together by your love
and your wish that we may all be one.
We pray that in this Year of Jubilee
when we are called to greater justice
and care for our common home
that we may Unite Against Poverty.
May we work in unity for the freedom of the oppressed
and the renewal of creation.
May our compassionate minds and generous hearts
help bring about a world where all can live in peace.
May our Lenten pilgrimage of fasting, almsgiving and prayer
bring us closer to your loving heart.
We ask this in the name of Jesus.
Amen

Ride2School Day

Thank you everyone who was able to participate in our Ride2School Day this year. It was such a beautiful morning and wonderful to have so many families join. It was such an enjoyable experience for everyone and great to see families having fun together while experiencing the joys of the joys of riding, active transport and reducing our int. Thank you to Andrea for her passion in organising, coordinating and making this event happen for our community. Thank you also to her team of helpers (Kym, Jade and Imelda) and their families who were chalking the route for us late into the evening the night before. Special mention to the fathers who stole the show on the day with not only their cycling but also skateboarding, scooting, dog walking and antics! A big thank you must also go to Xavier for his Acknowledgement of Country and Welcome Speech, you did such a good job! We have shared Xavier's words with you in the Ride2School special article.

Elder Community Forum

Skye, one of our 2025 School Leaders, was invited to represent our school at the Elder Community Forum at the Westbourne Park Community Centre. It was a wonderful opportunity for students to meet Nadia Clancy (MP) and Premier Peter Malinauskas. Students asked questions about issues in our community and state that were relevant and important to their generation’s future. Well done and thank you Skye for the impressive way you represented our school. The Premier and Nadia enjoyed the conversation they had with you.

Kytons Bakery Fundraiser

Don’t forget to order before Thursday April 3 for lots of wonderful and yummy baked delights from Kytons Bakery. This fundraiser is not just about Hot Cross buns; there are lots of items that you can purchase in preparation for the holidays and have on standby in the freezer ready for when you might need it. Last year, some people were disappointed when they forgot to order. Please make sure your family does not miss out this year by booking on QKR. Orders will be delivered to the school for collection on Wednesday April 9, just in time for you to have before Easter. Thank you to Mel K and her team of helpers who are working together to make this happen, your efforts are greatly appreciated.

Centenary Flashback

Thank you to everyone that has shared some of their memorabilia and photos for us to use in our historical displays for our Centenery, please keep them coming via digital format to info@sts.catholic.edu.au or drop off at Reception.

Carol Jarell
APRIM and Wellbeing Coordinator

Year 3/4 Class 1997 (current parents are in this photo)

Students Irish Dancing – then (1950) and again (2008)