Gratitude and Growth

As Term 2 draws to a close, we thank our families, staff, and students for another term filled with rich learning, joyful moments, and shared community spirit. Your support continues to strengthen our thriving school community.

This term, we celebrated many highlights that brought us together in the spirit of fun, faith, and friendship. Sports Day was a true testament to teamwork and determination. The children cheered each other on with enthusiasm, and Mortlock Oval was abuzz with house colours and smiling faces. A sincere thank you to all the parent helpers and staff who made the day such a success.

We also welcomed new members to our School Board. We are grateful to those who have stepped forward to guide and support the school’s mission. Their wisdom and commitment will be invaluable as we look toward the future.

Another beautiful highlight this term was our work on the Laudato Si’ project, inspired by Pope Francis’ call to care for our common home. Students are engaging with environmental activities that deepened their understanding of stewardship and sustainability, sparking conversations about how we can live more simply and consciously. It is always a joy to see their curiosity and compassion in action.

Future Enrolments

As we look forward to Term 3, we are excited to welcome new families into our vibrant learning community. Enrolments for future years are now open, and we invite prospective families to visit our school and see the heart of learning in action. School tours can be booked directly via this link: Book your tour today. Come and experience the warmth, faith, and excellence that define our school.

Current families with younger children ready to start their schooling journey are encouraged to book a one-on-one enrolment appointment. It’s a wonderful opportunity to discuss your child’s needs.

As we head into the term break, we offer our thanks to all our families for your continued partnership in your child’s education. May this time bring rest, renewal, and treasured moments with loved ones. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in Term 3 for more learning, laughter, and growth together.

Dee-anne Peters
Principal

Sacramental Program

We continue to pray for our students who have just received the Sacrament of Confirmation this week. It was a very special occasion for our sacramental candidates and their families, and we were lucky to have Archbishop O’Regan preside over the Conferral of Confirmation. It is a joy to walk with these young people and their families on this important journey of faith. We thank our families and the Emmaus Parish Team for their support in preparing our children through evening and weekend workshops and shared masses. Please keep these students in your prayers as they grow in their understanding of God’s love and grace.

Vinnies Winter Appeal

Our sincere thanks to all families who have so generously donated to our Vinnies Winter Appeal. Your kindness will directly support those in need within our community through the colder months. We have been deeply moved by the compassion shown by our students and families. Donations of non-perishable food items, warm clothing, and blankets can still be brought to classrooms or the front office until Wednesday 2 July.

PEG Wine Drive

A heartfelt thank you to all families who supported our Term 2 Wine Drive. We expect wine orders to be ready for collection on Thursday 3 and Friday 4 July. Further information, including collection times and locations, will be shared with families as soon as delivery is confirmed. Thank you again for your generosity and patience.

PEG - Sports Day BBQ & Bake Sale

Thank you to all who contributed to our vibrant Sports Day BBQ and Bake Sale! From baking delicious treats, volunteering your time, patronage of our stalls, to cheering on students with great enthusiasm - your involvement made the day a true celebration of community spirit.

We are especially grateful to our Parent Committee and volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes. Events like these not only raise funds for our school and bring people together but also reflect the heart of our school community.

Staff Reflection Day – Pilgrims of Hope

Last Friday, our staff came together for a shared day of renewal and faith formation at our annual Staff Reflection Day at the Living Kaurna Cultural Centre. Activities throughout the day were centred around the Jubilee Year theme “Pilgrims of Hope – Walking Together in Faith and Culture”. The day invited us to reflect on our shared journey as a Catholic and Dominican community over the last 100 years as we shared stories from old scholars and past members of our school community. We were honoured to learn more about Kaurna culture and spirituality, walking the land with deep respect and open hearts. The day included prayer, storytelling, music, and time to connect with one another as colleagues and people of faith. We look forward to sharing the spirit of this day as we work and share with students.

Thank you for your continued support, prayer, and partnership in your child’s education. As we move toward the end of the term, may we remain grateful for the many ways our school community comes together in faith, hope, and love. We would like to share one of the prayers from our Staff Reflection Day with you:

God of hope,
Be with us today.
Open our hearts to the stories that surround us
and lead us to be storytellers of hope in our world.
Let every word we hear,
Every reflection we hold,
And every step we take
Lead us more deeply into your story of love.
Amen.

Carol Jarell
APRIM & Wellbeing Coordinator

What a wonderful day we had at the St Therese School Sports Day on Thursday 5th June! We managed to celebrate sport in our centenary year by completing the full program of events for the first time in three years as the rain and wind held off!

Congratulations to our students who participated actively and with great enthusiasm leading up to and especially on the day. Terrific examples of good sportsmanship and team spirit was seen everywhere! I was most impressed with our sports leaders who consistently displayed positive leadership skills leading their houses throughout our preparation and on the day.

Our Whole School Health Hustle, to ‘Eye of the tiger’ was a fantastic way to warm up, ensuring all students were prepared for their events. All classes were taught by their house leaders. I'm sure you agree it was just terrific!

How much fun were the house cheers... the dedication seen on so many faces during the cheers was just priceless. They were creative and inspiring and really set the atmosphere for the day perfectly.

The Championship Races was another highlight. Well done to all runners! Whether you came 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th, your efforts are commendable.

Congratulations to St Thomas who won the St Therese School Sports Day Shield, by gaining the most event points, and to St Catherine who were the winners of the Spirit Cup gaining the most spirit points leading up to and on the big day. We continued with our token system, where students were awarded tokens for positive behaviour, good sportsmanship and demonstrating our school values, Respect, Grace, Community and Courage.

Congratulations to ALL teams, as overall, all the students were winners on the day.

I would like to finish by saying a huge thank you to the staff of St Therese for their incredible support leading up to Sports Day and on the day. Also, to our amazing volunteers who helped at the events, BBQ and Bake Sale, and the Sports College SA students. You all ensured the smooth running of the big event. Thank you once again!

Barbara Mee
Physical Education Teacher

With just over a week until term break, we remind families of the Camp Australia Rocketeers program offered here at St Therese School. This holiday program runs from 7am-6pm on the dates listed below (Child Care Subsidy is available to eligible families). To find out more, visit the Camp Australia website via this click link.