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Dear Parents and Carers,
At St Francis of Assisi, we strive to instil in our students the importance of being faithful in the “little things,” as Jesus reminds us: “Whoever is faithful in a very little is faithful also in much.” This could mean completing a small task to the best of one’s ability, acting with honesty in challenging moments, or showing compassion to a friend in need. When we practise these virtues in the small decisions of daily life, we build the foundation for a life of faith and service.
As we come to the end of Term 3, I want to take this opportunity to thank our students, staff, and families for all they have contributed to making this term a success. Our students have worked diligently in their learning and have shown wonderful growth.
To our dedicated staff, your unwavering commitment to educating and supporting our students is truly a blessing. You have gone above and beyond to nurture the faith, learning, and wellbeing of every student in your care.
And to our families, thank you for the partnership and encouragement you provide in helping us guide your children on their faith and learning journey. Your support is an essential part of what makes our school community so special.
As we prepare for the upcoming break, may it be a time of rest, renewal, and connection with loved ones. I encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on the blessings of this term.
Wishing you a restful break and a joyful time with family and friends.
Students return to school on Tuesday 14 October 2024.
Mrs Vicky Davidson
PRINCIPAL
Thank you!
On behalf of our school community, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your understanding and support as we honoured and celebrated the life of our beloved colleague, Mrs Rebecca (Bec) Mansbridge.
Bec was a cherished member of our school family, whose dedication, kindness, and unwavering commitment to her students and colleagues touched the lives of so many.Her presence brought light to our community, and her legacy will continue to inspire us all. As a Catholic school, we are reminded of the importance of community and faith in times of loss. We continue to pray for Mrs Mansbridge, her family, and all who are grieving her loss. Thank you again for your understanding and for being such a supportive part of our school community. May we continue to uphold the spirit of compassion and unity that Mrs Mansbridge so beautifully embodied.
Transition to School through Play and Orientation - Term 4In Term 4, we will welcome our 2026 Kindergarten students to our school for their Transition to School Playgroup sessions. The first session will be on Thursday 16 October at 1.30 pm. We are looking forward to meeting you all next term. Please see the flyer in this newsletter for all the dates for these sessions.
Holiday Reading
During the holiday break, we encourage all our students to read every day. Reading is not just important but essential for developing crucial skills. Reading regularly will strengthen your child's reading habits and foster a love for learning. We encourage parents and carers to help find engaging fiction and non-fiction books that captivate their interests. It's beneficial for children to read aloud to someone and equally valuable to enjoy listening to stories being read to them. We all recognise that reading is fundamental to success; nearly everything we do involves some form of reading. Happy reading!
Lunchbox Express
Thank you, Nicole, for managing the canteen during Term 3. The staff and students look forward to the delicious snacks and lunches in Term 4. The Canteen will remain open on Wednesdays. Please support the Canteen so we can continue to have this service for the children.
Return in summer uniform on Tuesday, 14 October
All students will return in Term 4 wearing their summer school uniform. Please note that students' hair, uniform, and appearance should be in such a condition to invite only positive comments. Haircuts must be neat, and long hair is to be tied back. When your child grows out of their shoes, please be reminded that the students are required to wear the correct black leather school shoes and predominantly white school joggers for sport. Some students are wearing black shoes with white soles instead of the correct black leather school shoes with their uniform. Thank you for supporting our uniform policy. Please ensure students return to school next term following all school uniform expectations. Thank you.
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Lost Property
Parents and carers, we have a large number of jumpers and jackets in the lost property tub. Please let your teacher know if your child has misplaced any of these items. Any items not collected at the end of week 1, Term 4, will be washed and placed in the clothing pool.
If we are to be “Bearers of Christ’s love”, it stands to reason that we must see through his eyes, love with his heart, and be driven by his mission. Bishop Brian Mascord.
Assembly Dates Term 4
Thank you for your support as we have been flexible in our assembly times this term. Please see below for the full details of Term 4 assembly dates and times.
| Week | Type | Date / Time |
| 1 | Awards Assembly | Friday 17 October 2:20 pm |
| 2 | Awards Assembly | Friday 24 October 2:20 pm |
| 3 | Awards Assembly | Friday 31 October 2:20 pm |
| 4 | Awards Assembly | Friday 7 November 2:20 pm |
| 5 | Celebration of Learning - Year 6 | Friday 14 November 2:10 pm |
| 6 | Awards Assembly | Friday 21 November 2:20 pm |
| 7 | Awards Assembly | Friday 28 November 2:20 pm |
| 8 | Awards Assembly | Friday 5 December 2:20pm |
| 9 | Christmas Assembly (No awards) | Friday 12 December 2:00 pm |
School Assemblies are communicated in the weekly overview, newsletter, school calendar and Compass. Please check the date and time for the weekly assemblies.
Student Workbooks
Science and Technology and Personal Development/Health Workbooks were taken home at the end of last week. Thank you to the parents and carers who took the time to look at the learning your child has been involved in, and completed the reflection slip in their workbooks.
Assistant Principal
Feast Day Celebrations for St Francis of Assisi
As St Francis of Assisi’s feast day falls during the school holidays, our school community will celebrate in Week 10, on Thursday, 25 September. The day will commence with a Votive Mass for St Francis of Assisi, celebrated by Fr Mark at 9.00 am. This will be followed by a special awards assembly in the hall. All families and friends are welcome to join the school community at these two events. The students will then engage in learning experiences about St Francis for the remainder of the school day.
Staff Spirituality Day
As families and students would be aware, the last day for students this term is Thursday, 25 September. Staff, however, will gather on Friday, 26 September, at Kiama for a Staff Spirituality Day. Coming together, staff will have the opportunity to journey through the Beatitudes, Matthew 3:5-10. The Beatitudes is a passage that contains Jesus’ teaching about the attitudes and characteristics that lead to spiritual and eternal blessing, such as being poor in spirit, merciful, and pure in heart.
Mr Rich Gilmore
Religious Education Coordinator
Basketball Gala Days
We are especially grateful to our amazing staff for their hard work in organising and supporting this fantastic event – your dedication makes all the difference! A heartfelt thank you also goes out to our parents and families who came along on both days to cheer on our students, with a special mention to everyone who took on extra roles to support us on Thursday. Your support means so much to our school community.
We’re proud to share that the school received wonderful feedback from convenors and other schools about the positive engagement and spirit our students brought to the event. What a proud moment for our school!
Well done to everyone involved – we can’t wait for the next gala day!
Please let Mr Murphy know if you have any questions about this.
Staff and Student Birthdays
Happy Birthday to the following students and staff who celebrated their birthdays in October:
Cassie, Daniel.F, Quinten.B, Fatima. H, Andre.T, Serena.H,
Ahmad.H, James.F
Dear Year 6 Parents,
Images can be viewed and ordered online at www.advancedlife.com.au, entering the code: CZF PZ6 2FX and clicking on “Group Photos”.
Term 4 Week 1
The official date for the children to change over to summer uniform is Tuesday, 14 October (Term 4 Week 1). Full summer uniform is to be worn by all students from the beginning of Term 4.
Parents, please ensure all uniform pieces are relabelled clearly with your child’s name using a permanent marker. Students should know where their name is marked for easy checking. Please encourage your child to place all items straight into their bag rather than leaving them on the playground or in the classroom.
School Uniforms are available for purchase online via Lowes online at the link below. Please order with enough time for the current delivery delays. Lowes uniform price list is below.
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