Yesterday we began our Lenten journey for 2019 with the celebration of Ash Wednesday. Led by our Year 5 class, we were reminded of the importance of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. We had our foreheads marked with ashes in the shape of a cross symbolising that the person belongs to Jesus Christ, who died on a cross. Father Mat reminded us to talk to God more regularly through Prayer, sharing our thoughts, our challenges, our successes and failures.
The Vine 2019 – Issue 04
As we continue our fourth week of the term, the freshness and excitement of ‘day one’ has begun to wear off and students are becoming familiar with the school routines. For parents, the daily routine of getting your children out of bed, dressed, fed and ready for school, lunches organised, homework checked and notes read, can become a very hectic schedule.
The Vine 2019 – Issue 03
As a school, and in particular, a Catholic Primary School, we have been given as parents and educators, one of the greatest honours and responsibilities that are bestowed on an individual. We have been entrusted with the privilege to help nurture, educate and form the lives of young people in a way that is in accordance with Gospel values. If we were to really look seriously at this task, it may be considered far too overwhelming to even contemplate.
The Vine 2019 – Issue 02
I was fortunate enough to spend some time in the classrooms this week finding out about the different learning that is taking place. It is wonderful to see the teaching programs allowing students to take ownership over their learning and demonstrate their knowledge in different ways.
The Vine 2019 – Issue 01
It has been a wonderful start to the 2019 school year. I love seeing the smiling faces of the students as they have come into school each day. I have really appreciated the warm welcome I have received and thank the school community for the good wishes and offers of support. I look forward to getting to know you and becoming a real part of this community.