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To our St Francis of Assisi families and friends
We wish you all the joys and blessings that Christmas brings. The birth of Jesus renews our hope in realising God’s plan for each of us. It is a special time as family and friends gather together. During this time, we remember those who are less fortunate and those who will not have family or friends to share the spirit of Christmas. We hope your travels over the holidays are a safe one. Thank you again.
We would like to acknowledge the contribution of staff, parents and students of St Francis of Assisi in 2020.
Thank you to all our families for your generosity this year, thank you for your
kind acts and thoughtful messages.
Best wishes for a Holy Christmas and a Happy New Year
with your family and friends.
Year 6 Graduation
On Tuesday 8 December, Year 6 celebrated their Graduation at St Francis of Assisi Church. We congratulated our students on completing their primary school journey and wished them the very best as they prepare for high school. Thank you to Father David, Year 6 teachers, staff, parents and P&F who made this occasion special for our students.
Congratulations to those students who received awards:
The Paul Scully MP - Community Leadership Award: Sienna M
Sharon Bird MP - Community Service Award: Zaid H
Sports Achievement Award: Tianna T and James H
Citizenship Awards: Hannah S, Kitarni A, Dylan R, Paige M, Teleah S, and Sophie C
Most Improved Award: Mohammad C and Chelsea U
Academic Achievement Awards: Ana Marija B, Olivia A, Andre R and Harry P
Franciscan Spirituality Award: Emilia P
Guard of Honour
Today the school community farewelled our Year 6 students after seven years of primary education. Staff, students and Year 6 parents formed a guard of honour.
We congratulate our Year 6 students on this milestone and wish them all the best for the future.
Congratulations to those students who received the Principal and Value Awards at our assembly on Friday 5 March.
It was a wonderful opportunity to present our Kindergarten students with their welcome certificate.
| CLASS | Principal's Award | Value - Faith |
| Kindy Blue | Sophia T | Joseph T |
| Year 1 Gold | Alivia G | Zeinab K |
| Year 2 Blue | Rahwa B-T | Victoria B |
| Year 3 Gold | Antonio F | Lilith-Rose L-V |
| Year 4 Blue | Hussein A | Kylar L |
| Year 4 Gold | Fatima K | Makedde A |
| Year 5 Blue | Savannah G | Max F |
| Year 6 Gold | Joseph R | Christian M |
On Tuesday, the students had the opportunity to visit their classroom for 2021 and spend time with their teacher. Students in Year 1 to Year 6 will return to school next year on Thursday 28 January. Our new Kindergarten students will be participating in Best Start assessments during Week 1 and will commence school on Thursday 4 February.
Staff for 2021:
| Principal | Mrs Davidson |
| Assistant Principal | Mr Green |
| Kindergarten Blue | Mrs Beckhaus |
| Year 1 Gold | Mrs Grey and Mrs Agius |
| Year 2 Blue | Mrs Mansbridge and Mrs Zaffonato |
| Year 3 Gold | Mrs Madaschi |
| Year 4 Gold | Mrs Matos |
| Year 4 Blue | Mrs Briscoe |
| Year 5 Blue | Mr Green and Mr Murphy |
| Year 6 Gold | Mr Gilmore |
| Reading Recovery | Ms Maitland |
| Instructional Coach & Learning & Teaching Advisor | Mrs Burrows |
| EALD Teacher | Mrs Johannesen (new) |
| Drama Teacher | Mr deVet |
| Senior School Support Officer | Mrs Brabender |
| School Support Officers | Mrs Martins, Mrs Staffiero, Mrs Adams, Mrs George, Mrs Jimenez, Mrs Andraos, Mrs Kinnas, Mrs Logue |
| Pastoral Support Worker | Mrs Welch |
| School Counsellor | Mrs Barbara Woods (new) |
Thank you to the school community for supporting the P&F Christmas Raffle. Thank you to our P&F for organising the prizes for our raffle. Congratulations to the following winners:
| 1st Prize | Onley Family |
| 2nd Prize | Yassine Family |
| 3rd Prize | Kiotis Family |
| 4th Prize | Pennimpede Family |
2021 Compulsory School Uniform requirements
When returning to school for the 2021 school year, it is required all students are in the correct school uniform including new sport polo, navy shorts, girl's summer tunic and wearing the correct black leather school shoes and predominately white school joggers for sport. Parents are requested to purchase predominately white joggers when your child requires new shoes or at the start of the 2021 school year, thereby adhering to the School Uniform Policy.
Pictorial examples of appropriate joggers.
2021 - Sports shoes do not need to be expensive; they can have some colour on them but must be predominately white. Thank you for your continued support.
Haircuts
Many thanks to those parents who ensure their children have haircuts that meet the expectations for students at St Francis of Assisi. Students are required to wear their hair in a neat and tidy manner.
- Haircuts should be of an even cut.
- Hair should be brushed and combed.
- Hair should not be in a condition as to invite comment.
- Long hair is to be tied back or plaited, off the face and should not extend to cover the eyes.
- Only navy, blue or yellow headbands, ribbons or scrunchies are to be worn in the hair.
- Extreme styles, colouring or dyeing of hair is not permitted.
Year 6 Polo Shirt
Students will have the opportunity to order a Year 6 polo next year. Please do not purchase a new Sport polo, as they will have the Year 6 polo to wear for sports.
Lowes Warrawong Plaza
All school uniform items can be purchased at Lowes Warrawong Plaza. Please see the price list and information attached. Orders can also be placed online by visiting the link below.
Please find attached a draft Planner for Term 1, 2021.
More dates will be added as dates are confirmed. Please refer to the Compass Parent Calendar and School Newsletter in Term 1 for additional dates.
IMPORTANT 2021 SCHOOL FEES UPDATE
Please find below a letter from the Catholic Education Office Wollongong explaining the school fee system.
School fee statements are 30-day accounts, unless you complete the attached Request to Pay by Instalment and email to instalments@dow.catholic.edu.au. A schedule of payments will be prepared by the Catholic Education Office and issued to you. It is encouraged fee payments are made online via the Parent Compass Portal or by Bpay. Direct debit plans are preferred to be updated to the fee payment instalment plan via Bpay.
The attached Request by Instalment can be completed and emailed this term in preparation for 2021.
Fee Accounts on Compass Parent Portal
School fee accounts can be viewed on the Compass Parent Portal. Simply log in to your parent portal with the details previously provided, go to the cog button on the top right-hand corner and you can view payment details and also update your personal details. Payment can be made online also. Please see the screenshot below for further information.
Please note the Catholic Education Office manages all school fee accounts within the Wollongong Diocese, and they have updated the system for automatic text and email reminders of outstanding accounts or installment payments. Please ensure your fee account payments are up to date.
