Catholic Schools' Week is a special time in the year when we celebrate the extraordinary achievements of our Catholic schools. It is a time to give thanks for the wonderful teaching and learning that takes place each day in every classroom. We acknowledge and thank all who work in the service of Catholic education to create the opportunities for students that allow them to grow and thrive. The CEDoW theme for CSW 2019 is ‘The future has a name, and that name is hope’. This has been inspired by our core values, listed in the new Vision and Strategic Direction for Catholic Education in the Diocese of Wollongong 2019-2022, “All who contribute to Catholic Education in the systemic schools of the Diocese of Wollongong are called to act with: Hope, Integrity, Justice and Compassion”.

Dear Lord

We thank you for
the wisdom and understanding of teachers
the enthusiasm and energy of students
the leadership of school Principals and executive staff
the skill, care and commitment of administrative and support staff
the guidance of our pastors and religious leaders
the support and partnership of parents, carers and local communities.

We pray that each student’s learning journey be inspired by a search
for your wisdom and truth.

We pray that we never take for granted the learning opportunities that
we have all been given, and that we use the gifts of learning wisely
and responsibly.

We ask that we use what we have learnt to create a better world for all
people, articularly the most vulnerable and disadvantaged.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and
reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
 
Amen

This Friday we will be having a longer assembly, which will be held around the prayer space in the playground (weather permitting).  The assembly will start earlier at 2.20pm.

P&F Meeting and Uniform Committee Meeting 
At 1.30pm this Friday (and before the assembly) we will be holding our P&F Meeting and Uniform Committee Meeting.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend.  The meetings will end in time for our assembly.
 
Diocesan Launch of Project Compassion
Today three of our Year 6 students have accompanied Mrs Petzer to the launch of this year’s Caritas Project Compassion Launch. The students will bring back with them project compassion boxes for each classroom and the front office. If you are able to, please give generously during lent to provide resources that will make major changes in the lives of whole communities. As the season progresses we will learn about each of the communities we are supporting.

Parent Teacher Interviews (Years 1-6) 
Parent teacher interviews will be held in week 9 of this term. Please see details in this newsletter regarding how to book your interview.  

Have a lovely week everyone,
Kayleen Petzer