Term 1 Week 3 2024

As we wrap up another busy week at the start of the school year, we want to share the joyous celebrations and events that have brought our school community together.

On Tuesday, we embraced the spirit of Shrove Tuesday, in the distribution of pancakes to all our students. It was a delight to see the smiles on our students' faces as they enjoyed their pancakes. A huge thank you to Mrs. Holly Walker-Thompson and the Year 6 Mission Leaders for their wonderful facilitation of this Christian tradition.

The sense of unity continued into Wednesday as the entire school gathered at the church for the Ash Wednesday Mass, marking the beginning of Lent with reflection and togetherness. Thank you to Fr Michael for celebrating this mass, teaching the children about the start of Lent and helping our school captains to distribute the Ashes. Thank you also to the Parish Choir and Parishioners who made the Mass very special.

Our week of communal spirit culminated on Friday with the Opening School Mass. It was a day of significant milestones: our school leaders were honoured with their leadership badges, symbolising their commitment and responsibility for the year ahead. Additionally, we extended a warm and official welcome to our new kindergarten students and new staff, embracing them into our school family. The Choir enhanced our music ministry and we were so proud of all the students for their participation in the mass.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Mrs Maria Wilson for her exceptional coordination of both masses. Her dedication and hard work ensured that these events were not only successful but also meaningful for our students, staff, and the wider school community.

2024 School Annual Improvement Goals

As we look forward to the upcoming year, we are excited to share with you our School Annual Improvement Goals for 2024. These goals are a reflection of our commitment to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment that fosters the growth and development of every student.

Mission

• To enhance student leadership in faith formation initiatives.

We aim to enhance student leadership in faith formation initiatives. By the end of 2024, we envision our students taking a more active role in leading and participating in activities that deepen their spiritual journey and understanding. 

• To  improve student engagement  in Religious Education 

Another key Mission goal is to improve student engagement in Religious Education. We believe that by making these lessons more interactive and relevant, we can inspire interest and participation in this vital aspect of our school's curriculum.

Learning and Teaching

• To increase growth and achievement in Mathematics, specifically additive and multiplicative thinking

In the Learning and teaching domain, we are setting our sights on increasing growth and achievement in Mathematics, with a particular focus on additive and multiplicative thinking. Our dedicated staff will be implementing innovative strategies and resources to ensure that all students can excel in these critical areas of mathematics.

Pastoral Care

• To  develop a whole school approach to Pastoral Care focusing on student well-being and belonging.

Recognising the importance of student well-being and belonging, we will be developing a whole school approach to Pastoral Care. Our goal is to create an environment where every student feels valued, supported, and connected to our school community.

We are confident that with the collective efforts of our staff, students, and you, our valued parents and carers, we will achieve these goals and continue to enhance the educational experience at our school. We look forward to your support and collaboration as we embark on this exciting journey together.

Parent Information Night

At the beginning of each new school year, we like to connect with and keep parents as informed as possible about your child’s classroom routines, learning and events. We will have a Parent Information Night for each class on Wednesday 21st February (week 4). Each Class Teacher will present a 45 minute talk on topics such as their classroom routines, expectations, curriculum content and communication in each of the classrooms. Please see the times for the class sessions below. We understand that some families will have students in the classes with sessions on at the same time so we will provide handouts. We will also provide a sausage sizzle for all families with the costs covered by the school. We hope to see as many families as possible in attendance to start the year off in great partnership in learning.

Parent Information Night Wednesday 21st February

4:30-5:15  K, Yr1, Yr5, Yr6 Class Information sessions

5:30-6:15 Yr2, Yr3, Yr4 Class Information sessions

For catering RSVP HERE

In week 5 following this Parent Information Night, we will be offering ‘Parent to Teacher’ meetings for any parents who would like to talk to your child’s Class Teacher about your child and how they learn best and any wellbeing or other matters the Teacher will need to know about your child. Parents with students who have additional needs and for Indigenous students we will contact you to invite you to a meeting with relevant staff around this time as well so please do not use the booking system. The booking information and link for general meetings will be sent out next Wednesday evening.

St Joseph's School Community Group (Formerly P&F) Meeting Term 1 2024

You are invited to join us for our first St Joseph's School Community Group meeting for 2024.

When: Wednesday 21st February (after Parent information night) (We are sorry but this has been pushed back a week from the Term 4 meeting).

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Where: School Library

Who: Everyone is welcome. We are a really friendly group. We usually have about 20-25 people join us at these meetings so it's a great time to meet some new faces.

Come to listen. Come to contribute ideas. Come to volunteer to staple some raffle tickets. Or come to lead a major project. 

Your children are welcome to stay in the Library and play while we meet.

Agenda items can be sent through the SUGGESTION BOX found on our school website:

https://www.larplism.catholic.edu.au/parents-friends

Topics flagged for discussion:

-Family Pool Night and BBQ 

-Easter Raffle

-2024 structure

-2024 Special Project/s to target for fundraising

-Fundraising ideas and/or Subgroups

-Friendraising Group (Class Parents)

Best wishes from the leadership team 

	Mr Rick Galvin Principal
	Mrs Maria Wilson Assistant Principal Mission
	Mrs Jessica Koenig  Assistant Principal Learning and Teaching