Welcome Back to Term 2!

Our hope is that the Easter holidays were not only a chance to enjoy a well earned rest but also an opportunity to reflect on the Easter message of hope, renewal, and compassion. It has been wonderful to see our students return refreshed and ready for the term ahead.

This year, we are focusing on two key goals: improving academic performance in Mathematics and creating classrooms that are calm, respectful, and ready for learning. Our teachers are working closely with students to strengthen their understanding through targeted instruction and meaningful practice. At the same time, we’re building positive, focused learning environments by setting clear expectations and supporting student wellbeing and engagement.

As we begin this busy and important term, thank you for your continued support at home. Working in partnership with families makes a real difference in every child’s learning journey.

Mother's Day

Today we celebrated all the mums, grandmothers, carers, and mother figures in our community at our Mother's Day breakfast. Your care, strength, and daily efforts mean so much to your children and to our school. We hope you enjoy a joyful and relaxing Mother’s Day - you deserve every moment of it.

Welcome to the Joey's Family

We are pleased to introduce Alison Campbell as the new teacher for Year 5 at St Joseph's School! Alison will be stepping in for Mrs Stephens, who is taking maternity leave for two terms.

Alison brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the classroom, and we are excited to have her join our community. With her warm and approachable style, we are confident that Mrs Campbell will provide a positive and engaging learning environment for the Year 5 students during Mrs Stephens' absence.

We wish Mrs Stephens all the best during her maternity leave and look forward to welcoming Alison to the team for the coming terms. Here's to a wonderful, productive year for Year 5!

Parent Affirmations

Thank you for your ongoing support as we complete the final part of our Term 1 Learning Conversations.

Please find a support document shared in your COMPASS portal to assist you in completing your Parent Affirmation if you have not yet had the chance.

It is important that your child is able to read your affirmation when they view their Insights report, as it is a special part of celebrating their learning journey. Your affirmation will appear on their Term 2 report.

Build the Habit of Regular Attendance

Regular school attendance supports not just academic growth but also social and emotional development. It fosters meaningful peer relationships through shared experiences, consistent interactions, and building trust within the classroom. Attending daily helps students develop a sense of camaraderie, communication skills, and mutual reliability.

Sophie says, ‘For me, the best thing about coming to school is seeing my friends.’

Artist – Sophie 10 years old

 

Bike Safety

Riding Rules 

When riding on the footpath, cyclists must keep to the left and give way to pedestrians. On shared paths, riders are encouraged to leave a metre of space, where possible. Your child also needs to take special care at driveways where vehicles may be driving in or out.

Remind your child to 

• Ride their bike away from the road
• Always wear a helmet. HELMET ON