Dear Parents and Carers,

God of all creation, bring justice and peace to our world.
Teach us to be peacemakers. Guide us in our pursuit of
justice and the common good. Inspire us to welcome all, forgive
all, and love all. Direct us as we walk in the shadow of Jesus: the
Way, the Truth, and the Life. Inspire us to perceive the world
through your eyes, that we might find hope and joy each day,
supportive of each other, for the sake of your Kingdom.

I would like to pass on my thanks to the P & F for their wonderful support of the Mother’s Day Stall and the Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea. Both events were extremely well supported by the school community, with a large number of visitors joining us for the afternoon tea. There was a wonderful community feel and the P & F put in a lot of effort to provide a beautiful display for photos, as well as refreshments.

School Goal – Reading

This year, we're making a conscious effort to boost reading engagement both within our classroom walls and in the comfort of your own homes. The more students read, the more they grow – not just academically, but also in their imagination, empathy, and understanding of the world around them.

The support you provide at home is invaluable in nurturing a lifelong love of reading. Here are some simple yet powerful ways you can encourage reading:

• Be a Reading Role Model: Let your children see you reading! Whether it's a novel, a newspaper, or a magazine, showing that reading is a valued activity speaks volumes.
• Create a Reading-Friendly Environment: Designate a cozy reading corner at home with good lighting and comfortable seating. Make books easily accessible.
• Read Aloud Together: Even older children often enjoy being read to. It's a wonderful way to bond and explore different genres and stories.
• Visit Your Local Library: Make regular trips to the library a family outing. The library offers a vast selection of books and often hosts engaging programs for children.
• Talk About Books: Ask your child about what they are reading. Discuss characters, plotlines, and their favourite parts. Show genuine interest in their reading journey.
• Make it Fun, Not a Chore: Avoid making reading feel like a task. Let your child choose books that genuinely interest them. Even comics and graphic novels count.
• Limit Screen Time: Encourage reading as a fantastic alternative to excessive screen time.

Staff Development Days for Term 2

You are reminded of the two Staff Development Days being held this term:

• Friday 6 June
• Friday 4 July (this means the end of Term 2 for the students is Thursday 3 July)

Students do not come to school on these days.