Listening to the news over the last few weeks, I am ever grateful we live in Canberra and surrounds. Over the weekend, the ACT government announced further easing of restrictions for the ACT so we can begin to enjoy some of those things we have missed over the last few months.

COVID Update
Catholic Education in consultation with the Department of Education and Department of Health are continuing to monitor the situation and adjust advice to schools accordingly. Earlier this term, I sent a letter home to families outlining what these restrictions would look like for our school. I have attached the roadmap for your reference. We are currently in stage 2.2.

Community Council
Our Community Council has continued to meet during this time via Zoom, and have been continuing to provide support for the school during this time. Thanks to their efforts and your support, the Community Council has been able to buy resources for the school and fund a number of important initiatives, these include:

• Classroom Furniture
• Behaviour expert Ian Luscombe
• Concreting of the pick-up and drop area outside the hall
• Sunshine books
• Lioncrest readers
• Minilit literacy program
• Reading kits for classrooms

Thank you to everyone for your support. Unfortunately, we will not be able to hold a fete this year, however the Community Council are busily looking at other possible events for students and the community.

Survey
An annual satisfaction survey of parents, students and staff will be conducted on behalf of all Catholic schools in the Diocese this term. The surveys are designed to gather feedback from parents, staff and students about our school and will be used to inform school improvement. Responses are confidential and individuals can not be identified. All families should have received an email with a link to the survey. If you have not received this link, please contact the front office. I would encourage all families to complete this survey so we know whether we are addressing your concerns and meeting your needs.

Hats
It is that time of the year when children are to wear their hats during playtime and sport. Hats are available for purchase at the office if required. Please ensure you label your child's hat.

Mrs Kaden’s Baby
It seems that in amongst all of the busyness returning to face-to-face teaching, we never formally announced the arrival of baby Archie. Archie Kaden arrived on the 25th June. Mum and bub are doing very well.

Thank you from the Principal of Good Shepherd for supporting the Vinnies Sleepout
At the end of last term, a number of Principals participated in the St Vincent de Paul Sleepout. Our school decided to support this event by sponsoring all of the ACT Catholic Primary Principals who took part in the sleepout. Mr David Austin, Principal at Good Shepherd sent this message to the STA community:

Thanks so much for your donation towards my sleepout. All money raised goes directly to Vinnies here in Canberra to assist with combating homelessness. It is awesome STA can do something to assist in helping this worthy cause.

You are fantastic!

Thank you to all those who supported this cause by sending in a gold coin on Hoodie and Beanie day.

God Bless