Fitness Zone

Last Tuesday, Julian Hill – Federal Member for Bruce visited our school to see the installation of our Fitness Zone and to participate in a guided tour by our Year 6 leaders.  The Government provided $5,000 towards the installation of the Fitness Zone and it is great to see the students enjoying this facility at recess and lunchtimes and during their Physical Education lessons.   Jessica and Joseph did an outstanding job taking Julian and his camera man Cam on their first tour of the school year.  Julian was most impressed with our students, the pride they showed in their school and the information they shared with him about their learning and opportunities at Mary MacKillop.

Assembly & Newsletter

Last week we held our first assembly for the school year.  This was a very special occasion as it was our first time to gather as a school community since the beginning of the COVID-19 restrictions last year.  While restrictions are still in place, we were most appreciative to be able to gather with students and staff and to celebrate our student’s learning achievements.  We look forward to welcoming parents as soon as the current restrictions have eased and will notify parents when this is the case.  In our Assembly last week our Year 6 leaders were presented with the leadership badges.  It is wonderful to see their leadership on display not only during this time, but throughout the school day.  They are exemplary role models in our school community and a credit to their families.   We look forward to assembly this week where they have the opportunity to lead our school assemblies for the 2021 school year.  Congratulations to our Year 6 school leaders!

Ash Wednesday – Wednesday 17 February

Information on our Ash Wednesday celebration next Wednesday is included in the newsletter.  We look forward to this celebration Mass marking the beginning of Lent.  Safety measures are in place to ensure we are COVID-19 compliant for the Mass and the distribution of ashes. 

Student Learning Conversations (Parent Teacher Interviews)

The beginning of the year Student Learning Conversations will be held on:

• Monday 22February from 3.40 pm – 6.30 pm
• Tuesday 23 February from 3.40 pm - 6.30 pm

The Student Learning Conversations will take place in the Allen Hall and will be subject to current COVID-19 Guidelines.  The purpose of this time is to acquaint yourself with your child’s teacher and for your child to share their data, learning goals and strategies for the Term.  As a school we value the opportunity for students to be active in their learning, to meet with parents and to establish a positive working partnership for the 2021 school year.  PTO login information was sent home to parents on Tuesday 9 February, 2021.  Please contact the office if you require any assistance in making your booking.

KIDSROAR – Personal Safety Program

Foundation to Year 6 students have been engaged in the KidsROAR Personal Safety sessions this week.  The aim of the student sessions are to provide our students with the tools and strategies that will empower them to help reduce their vulnerability to abuse, neglect and unsafe situations.  ROAR Australia’s passion is to help prevent abuse, reduce violence in the community and promote positive health and wellbeing.  More information on KidsROAR can be found on their website and in the information letters sent home to parents.  https://www.roaraustralia.edu.au/

Communication - SchoolZine – SZapp https://www.marymacnarre.catholic.edu.au/szapp

Just a reminder to all parents to install the SZApp on their mobile device to ensure you get information on events, alerts and quick access to school forms.