St John the Evangelist Catholic Parish Primary School Campbelltown eNewsletter

Principal's Report

Dear Parents/Carers,

There are times when only a mother's love
Can understand our tears,
Can soothe our disappoints
And calm all of our fears.
There are times when only a mother's love
Can share the joy we feel
When something we've dreamed about
Quite suddenly is real.
There are times when only a mother's faith
Can help us on life's way
And inspire in us the confidence
We need from day to day.
For a mother's heart and a mother's faith
And a mother's steadfast love
Were fashioned by the angels
And sent from God above.

Amen

I would like to pass on my best wishes to all the mothers and other significant women in our school and parish community as we celebrate Mother's Day this Sunday. At this time I am reminded of the amazing women I am surrounded by. I am eternally grateful that I was raised and cared for by a strong, selfless, loving and devoted mother; thankful that I had grandmothers and many aunts and other adult women who guided and supported me throughout my life. I am also so appreciative that I work in a school community where mothers and others continually step up and get involved with aspects of school life.

In thinking about all these relationships, it also makes me realise just how fortunate I am to have had so many positive experiences and very few negative. This, I know, is not the case for everyone. There are still too many cases where women we know and love may not feel safe and not cared for. It is so important as a community that we continue to educate our young people about respectful and healthy relationships, and this is a joint effort with families being the first and foremost educators of our children.

Sincere thanks goes to our P & F Association for organising the Mother's Day Stall for tomorrow. This is such a practical service for our students who may find it difficult at other times to purchase something for their mums. Also, you are reminded of the Afternoon Tea being held this Friday from 1.15pm. Please bring along something to share with your child as we enjoy each other's company in our school grounds. If the weather is unfavourable on the day, we will unfortunately need to cancel this event and we will inform you via Compass.

Wishing you a safe and blessed week,

Paul Moroney
Principal