Dear Families,

It has been a fresh start to Week 8 this week and as we continue to move through these colder months, I remind you that it is imperative that all jumpers are clearly labelled. Our lost property box is overflowing with jumpers, jackets, and beanies. If you are missing an item, please encourage your children to check the lost property box. Items left in lost property will also be put out at the front office in week 10 for parents to check. Information on this will be provided in due course.

I would like to express our gratitude to the SCC for their generous contribution towards the gross motor equipment. This support has had a significant impact on the physical development opportunities available to our students. The equipment has been well-received by both students and staff, and it has enhanced their overall experience at our school. A special thanks to the SCC Secretary, Katie Walsh-Smith for her continued support in initiating the Working Groups which will cover the Uniform Shop, Community Wellbeing, Fete, Infrastructure and Environment, Fundraising and Community Events.

Our official enrolment period has now closed, and we are pleased to be in a position to continue to offer 2 classes per year group in 2025. Our current enrolment numbers are quite healthy and we are continuing to accept enrolments across all year levels.

This week we recognise Refugee Week. This year’s theme is Finding Freedom with a focus on recognising, celebrating and finding ways to support the unique path for each newcomer. At St Thomas Aquinas we support all walks of life in finding their own freedoms to shape a positive path within our community.

Next week we will be welcoming families into the school for the purpose of 3 Way conferences. I encourage families to visit the Compass Parent Portal to book a time on either Tuesday 25^th June or Wednesday 26^th June to meet with classroom teachers. The booking system will close this Friday at 3pm. Those families in 3 Blue will have the opportunity to meet with Mrs Kaden this week. These Conferences give families the opportunity to revisit the goals which were set at the beginning of the Semester.

You will notice in the Parish News further in this newsletter that the Parish, together with Marymead & Catholic Care are proposing use of the land at the back of the church to install tiny homes for young people at risk. We encourage families to attend the upcoming gathering on 30 June 2024 to seek information regarding this proposal and the effects it may have on the school.

Yours in Faith,