DEPUTY PRINCIPAL - Lize Privitera
Road Safety Reminder
We thank the driver on Ernst Wanke Road who was alert and brought to our attention a recent incident involving students crossing without an adult. For the safety of all children, please remember that outside of school crossing supervisor hours, students must be accompanied by an adult when crossing the road. We appreciate your support in keeping our students safe.
Father’s Day Photo Gallery
As part of our Father’s Day Morning Liturgy, we will be presenting a special photo gallery to celebrate our dads and father figures. Families are invited to contribute a photo to be included in the presentation. Please send your contribution to the slide show to lprivitera@marymacnarre.catholic.edu.au All photos are due by COB on Monday 1st September.
Congratulations to First Communicants
Congratulations to the students who received the Sacrament of First Eucharist last weekend. May this special step in faith bring many blessings as you continue to grow in God’s love.
- Jenson
- Casiana
- Isabel
- Ethan
- Zayden
- Aurora
- Charles
- Philip
Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle C
Sunday, August 24, 2025
Luke 13:22-30
People will come from north and south, east and west, and take their place in the Kingdom of God.
In next Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus tells us a parable about people who arrive at a house too late.
The master of the house had already locked the door. He did not allow the people to enter. They did not pay attention and arrived too late.
Jesus offers an invitation to share eternal life with God in heaven. This invitation is accepted by using kind words and choosing actions that bring closeness to God. Saying “yes” to Jesus happens through living in loving and respectful ways. What is one way to grow closer to God this week?
Book Week
2025 Book Week Celebration – Dress Up Day!
Get ready to celebrate Book Week 2025 with a fun-filled Dress Up Day tomorrow! This year’s theme is “Book an Adventure!” On Friday 22nd August 2025, students are invited to come dressed as their favourite book character – from a classic story, fairy tale, or a much-loved new read.
Costumes don’t need to be elaborate – creativity and a love of books are what matter most!
Families are warmly invited to join us for the Book Week Parade at 9.00am in Allen Hall on the day. Please note there is no Assembly in the afternoon.
Let’s celebrate the joy of reading and bring stories to life through costume and imagination!
Health, Wellbeing and Personal Safety Programs
Wellbeing & Safety Programs – Semester Two 2025
This semester, students across all year levels will take part in a range of wellbeing and safety programs designed to build confidence, awareness, and respectful relationships.
Foundation & Junior Levels (F–2):
Life Ed Program – Monday 25 & Tuesday 26 August
Students will engage in age-appropriate sessions exploring healthy choices, safety, and emotional wellbeing through the Life Education program.
Middle Level (Years 3–4):
KIDS ROAR – Thursday 11 September
This program empowers students with personal safety skills, focusing on body safety, assertiveness, and recognising unsafe situations.
Senior Level (Years 5–6):
Victoria Police Visit – Wednesday 10 September
Senior students will hear from local police officers on topics including personal safety, making positive choices, and being responsible citizens.
Years 4–6: Inform & Empower Cyber Safety Workshops
Across workshops, students will explore digital safety, respectful online behaviour, and strategies for navigating the online world confidently and safely.
Parent Workshop
To support parents/carers a Parent Seminar called Raising Kids in a Digital World on Thursday 11 September: @ 6.30 - 8pm will be held at MMPS in Allen Hall, presented by Marty McGauran, founder and an expert educator, and Carley McGauran, an experienced psychologist.