A happy feast day to our community!

It’s been a fantastic day of celebrations as always. We commenced with Mass followed by a great session with Kaboom Kid Sports, celebrating team work and sportsmanship. The session culminated with a special lunch.

 

Thank you to Mr Hein and Mrs Masseni for coordinating the day. 

This week we began interviewing prospective Prep families hoping to join us in 2025. At this stage, we have had strong interest shown and will likely end up with a waiting list. It’s a lovely time of the year when we get to share all of the great things about our school with these potential new families. It’s always fun meeting new children and starting to get to know them.

Fundraising update

Our families and students have been very patient with our project efforts and you may have noticed some movement (not literal!) with our tram receiving a new coat of roof paint, waterproofing it, so it’s ready to undergo some internal work. We have finalised some pricing and work will begin commencing shortly in earnest. 

Our gaga pits have been a huge hit and continue to be full every break time.

Our next painted concrete game will be installed this coming Wednesday. It will be a "What’s the Time, Mr Wolf" activity, laid next to the Sargood street entrance.

I have had a parent express interest in helping manage our sensory garden project. 

The first part we’d like to undertake is a curving path made out of all sorts of different materials/textures. If there is anyone in our community who has the skills to undertake this part of the project or knows someone who can help, we’d love to hear from them. I can share some images for reference. Please contact me at sriccardi@smaltona.catholic.edu.au 

I will hopefully have an update on this project soon. 

Camp Australia: June 7th

You will have read already that Camp Australia will be operating on our next closure day, Friday 7th June. They’ve received huge interest and this will mean they may be able to offer the service on future closure days. Please contact them directly to arrange for your child’s attendance. Information can be found here.

Our school App

We announced some improved functionality with our Updat-ed App in previous newsletters. If you are registered and have the app on your phone, you should have begun receiving notifications via the app. We think this function will assist in providing better, more just-in-time information for our families. If you are having difficulties with the app, please contact Marg (mmasseni@smaltona.catholic.edu.au) for assistance. If you have any feedback on your experience, please let me know.

Have a great weekend.

Stay warm, stay safe,

 

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A Feast Day Recap!
In celebration of our beloved patron saint, Mary Help of Christians, the entire school came together for a special mass. Following mass, both staff and students embarked on a fun filled afternoon with games and boundless enthusiasm from the Kaboom Sports team. Laughter and camaraderie filled the air as everyone embraced the festivities.

The Kaboom Sports team provided an array of activities catered to diverse interests, ensuring there was something for everyone to enjoy.

As students' hunger levels grew they gathered once more to share a warm meal provided by the school. 

After lunch students reflected on the significance of St. Mary's teachings, finding inspiration in her unwavering faith and compassion.

The success of the Feast Day festivities was a testament to the collective effort and dedication of our school community. Through our shared devotion to St. Mary, we continue to strive to uphold the values she embodies – kindness, generosity, and solidarity.

May St. Mary continue to watch over us, with her love and grace.

John Hein

Deputy Principal

 

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Our new School Photos were sent home last week.  If you'd like to order more photos including family or Student Leader photos, you will need to go to the Elite Photography website. Use the code ESPEXTRAS to order.

Please be specific with the title of the photo. 
Orders will close 7th June, 2024

If you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to contact Elite Schools Photography directly via their website. 

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On the 7th June the school will be closed to students so the staff can engage in professional learning.   Camp Australia OSHC will be open for business however from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm for those who may need this service. Click here for more information.

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St Mary's P&F Proudly Presents School Disco Night!
It's that time of year again to get those disco clothes and dance shoes ready.

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Bayside Netball Club are still looking for some new 9 years and under players and we have information included about a new holiday program.  You can sign up for Creative Music lessons in Term 3 and also read our Parish Bulletin.

We would also like to thank Mancini Real Estate for their continuous support to St Mary's Altona.


             

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The second of the Parent Cybersafety Project Webinars has been released as a recording to our community to watch.
The topic is Talk to Me First: Exposure to Explicit Content.
The focus is on building a relationship with your children to see you as their first and best safeguard when online. The recording is available in the Parent section of the Cybersafety Project website.
The Website link is https://cybersafetyproject.com.au/parents/ 
Login to the site and quote St Mary's Altona as your school and you will be able to watch the video at a time convenient to you.

Regards
Tony Freeman
ICT Leader
tfreeman@smaltona.catholic.edu.au

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