Dear Parents and Carers,

One of our School Improvement Goals for this year has been the development and introduction of formation days from Years 3 – 6. Formation is such an important part of our Catholic Education, and it is through these days that our children can focus on development of their personal faith and relationship with God.

Recently our Year 3 students participated in their formation morning led by Mr Buchtmann. The day focused on being a Witness, which means being able to share the word of the Gospel through our words, actions, and deeds, even if it is hard sometimes.

I asked a few Year 3 students what they learnt on the day and here are their thoughts.

Austyn – I learnt that other people can be witnesses and it is hard being a witness.

Foxx – I learnt how to be a witness.

Susannah – I learnt that being a witness is telling the truth about Jesus.

Regional Public Speaking

Last week our four of our students travelled to Taree to participate in the Regional Public Speaking Finals.  Congratulations to Miranda, Max, Susannah and Tiana who represented our school brilliantly.  Susannah and Miranda achieved Runners Up and Tiana was the Stage 3 winner.  Tiana will now represent the Manning Region in the Diocesan Public Speaking Finals in Term 4.

Polding Athletics

Congratulations to Eleanor who recently competed at the Polding Athletics Trials, representing the Diocese. Eleanor raced in the 1500 meters and ran a Personal Best. Well done, Eleanor.

ICAS Assessments

Earlier this term several of our students participated in the ICAS assessments. Congratulations to the following students who received certificates for their efforts.

 Digital Technologies

 Participation – Ben Raison

 English

 Participation – Ashlea Linehan and Kaii MacMillan

Credit – Ben Raison and Eleanor Healy

Distinction – Susannah Healy

Mel Hunt