Principals Report
It was great to see so many families at our Christmas concert last night. It was very hot but our students had a fabulous time. The joy of Christmas is about being together, helping each other and being present for one another. Last night was a wonderful example of this. Thank you We raised $599 through our Zooper Dooper sales which will go towards the funding for a new playground.
We had a wonderful Orientation day yesterday. Our students had the opportunity to meet with their new teachers, meet new friends and be in their new learning space. Often our students feel excitement, joy, nervousness and worry with the changes they have in front of them. It is extremely important to acknowledge these feelings but then support and nurture our students to feel hopeful and positive about the changes. Our teachers have worked extremely hard to consider what each student needs to be successful for 2024.
As families are leaving us at the end of the year I would like to acknowledge and thank you for being part of our community. I hope you will always have fond memories of your time at Sacred Heart. We also farewell staff, Matt Dwyer and Brennan Mills. They have been a much valued part of the Sacred Heart community and we thank them for all they have given during their time with us and wish them well in their future endeavours.
We also wish both Nada Nolen and Lois Stiles well during their time of leave and look forward to their return in 2025
Unfortunately Mrs Heather Keenan will be away for the remaining weeks of term. Heather had a fall last Sunday and has injured her upper right arm and shoulder. Heather has had surgery this week and will begin her healing and rehabilitation over the next couple of months. Fingers crossed Heather will be back with us at the beginning of the new school year. Please keep Heather in your thoughts and prayers.
Thank you for all of your support this 2023 school year. I look forward to working with all of you in the new year.
May each of you know the beautiful gift
that you are during this most Holy Season
I would like to wish all our families, staff and school community a happy and blessed Christmas and a safe and relaxing holiday with your loved ones.
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus continue to watch over our school community and bless us always.
Take care Everyone
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