Principal's Address
Dear Members of the Community,
Welcome to Week 2.
Firstly, I would like to remind everyone of the upcoming Feast of the Ascension, which will be celebrated this Sunday. This holy day holds great significance in the Catholic faith, as we commemorate the ascent of Jesus into heaven. We encourage all students and families to take part in this special occasion by attending Mass and engaging in prayerful reflections.
We keep in our prayers the Year 6 Confirmation candidates as they prepare to make this final sacrament of initiation. Candidates for Confirmation will make their commitments with our community at Mass this weekend.
Next week we will welcome Mr Ross Fox, Director of Catholic Education Canberra-Goulburn to our school. We are delighted and excited to showcase the learning that is taking part in our school. I am very proud of the display of compassion, resilience, inclusivity, and engagement within our school community as a whole.
In addition, I am thrilled to announce that we have opened enrolment for students who wish to join St Thomas Aquinas Primary School in 2025. We take pride in providing a nurturing and enriching educational environment, where each child is given the opportunity to thrive and excel. If you know of any families who may be interested in enrolling their child, please encourage them to contact our school office for more information.
Furthermore, our highly anticipated Athletics Carnival is being held this Wednesday, 8 May at the Charnwood ovals, where students will showcase their athletic abilities and team spirit as they compete in various track and field events. Let’s come together as a school community to cheer on our young athletes as they demonstrate their skills and sportsmanship. Parents are encouraged to attend and support their children during this exciting day. For those parents wishing to collect their children from the Athletics Carnival we ask that you please ensure you speak with the Classroom Teacher and sign your child out prior to leaving the oval.
Lastly, I would like to extend my gratitude to the dedicated teachers, staff, and parents who have contributed to the success and well-being of our students. Parents would have received a term overview of curriculum activities from each class teacher this week. Please take the time to look over and become familiar with themes and content of what is happening in the classroom to support your child’s learning. Your continued support and involvement in our school community are truly appreciated.
Warm regards and blessings,
Tim Cleary