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Last weekend Pope Leo XIV celebrated his Inauguration Mass. In his homily, he calls us to ‘walk towards God and Love one another’. Pope Leo XIV recalled how love and unity are the two aspects of the mission entrusted to Peter by Jesus. In the Gospel on this Sunday, Jesus entrusts the disciples to continue the mission, to be ‘fishers of men’ and bring the ‘hope of the Gospel’ to all people’ so that they may experience God’s embrace.
From the Principal and Assistant Principal…
Kiss and Drive
We would like to thank those parents who continue to keep our students and children safe of an afternoon. To the parents who are ensuring that the crossing is safe and allowing people to cross, thank you. To the parents who continue to utilise Kiss and Drive safely, ensuring that they are not double parked causing cars and buses to cross over the other side of the road to maintain traffic flow. These are the rules that ensure everyone is safe. If the Kiss and drive line is full and there are cars parked along the road, then the line needs to be continued behind the cars that are parked and when safe to do so, pull around the parked car and maintain the flow. Parking inspectors will be making surprise visits over the coming weeks, so please ensure that you are doing the right thing.
Opal cards
All children who catch a school bus are required to carry an Opal Card with them. When they hop off the bus of an afternoon they are required to swipe this card. This assists the bus company in knowing how popular a bus route is and whether it is viable for the route to continue. When only 1-2 students ‘tap’ on this gives a false impression of the need for the bus. Please assist us in ensuring that your children have their Opal card with them. We have also spoken to the students about this to ensure that they are doing their part here at school. For any replacement cards or if you need to apply for a card, simply follow this link;
https://www.opal.com.au/en/about-opal/opal-for-school-students/
Winter Uniform
We have made contact with Lowes about the girls winter blouses and they haven’t been able to confirm a date any time soon when stock will be available. Please feel free to substitute a lemon coloured skivvy in the meantime - if you can find one. Or a white one. White is available from K-Mart and Target for $7.00 - $8.00 and may be a viable option that doesn’t cost too much for a short term solution. When stock is back in, we shall revert to the correct uniform. Another alternative is using the summer uniform with the tights. Staff will know about these alternatives so please reassure your children they will not be ‘in trouble’.
Reminders
- Monday 26 May 1.30 pm - 2.30 pm or 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Principal’s Q&A sessions
- Thursday 29 May- Year 1 Symbio excursion
- Friday 30 May- Staff Development Day - students are not required to attend school
- Monday 2 June- Staff Development Day - students are not required to attend school
- Monday 9 June - King’s Birthday Public Holiday
- Tuesday 10 & 11 June - Year 6 Canberra excursion
Parent Meetings for students with a Personalised Plan
This week, staff started collaborative planning meetings for parents of students who have a Personalised Plan. For any child who has received a diagnosis via a medical practitioner, such as ADHD, ASD, or a Speech delay, this may indicate that your child has a Personalised Plan. This plan outlines the adjustments that we have in place to support your child’s learning. We thank you for your time in this collaborative process. Teachers will endeavour to make contact with you if you have not booked an appointment, so you will not miss out.
Tell Them From Me Survey
The Tell Them From Me survey captures data from three groups; Parents, Students (Yr 4 - 6) and Teachers. The school uses the data collected in this survey to identify our strengths and then map out our next steps based on our needs.
We strongly encourage our Parent community to complete the Tell Them From Me survey using the following link:
http://tellthemfromme.com/7wsjg
The survey is anonymous and should not take longer than 10 minutes.
Thank you to the considerable number of parents who have already completed the survey.
God Bless!
Michelle Rolfe and Emilia Ahern
Principal and Assistant Principal
Michelle Rolfe and Emilia Ahern
Principal and Assistant Principal
St Eugene Liturgy - 21 May Today is the Feast of St Eugene and we had the opportunity to celebrate a special liturgy in the Church as a whole school community. We thank Year 5 lfor leading the liturgy today. It was reverant and full of joy!
St Eugene was the founder of the ‘Oblates of Mary Immaculate’. His overwhelming desire to serve God as a missionary priest inspired Father Leo, Father Didier and many like him to join the priesthood.
Under the patronage of Mary, these missionary priests travel across the world to serve and support many communities. We are very lucky to have the Oblates guide and support our school and parish!
Sacrament of Holy Communion: Update
Students will receive their Holy Communion this year during weekend Parish Masses throughout June.
Father Leo has asked our school community to support their preparation by bringing the students over to celebrate Reconciliation prior to the Sacrament.
Students receiving their Holy Communion will attend Reconcilation on 28 May 2025. This will be the First Rite of Reconciliation.
BIBLE STUDY PROGRAM Romans
The Gospel of Salvation When: Every Thursday commencing 22 May - 10 Jul 2025 Time: Arrival 6.45 pm Start 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Where: Parish Hall (Mary Immaculate Eagle Vale) More information on our Facebook page and the poster in the foyer You can also register for the programme in the foyer after mass.
CHILDREN RECEIVING HOLY COMMUNON FOR THE FIRST TIME
We are in our second week of the FOUR sessions for the Parents to be held on Tuesday nights at 7:00 pm in the Parish Hall. The dates for these sessions are - 20 May and 27 May. The reception of Holy Communion at the weekend Parish Masses in June. Families will be asked to nominate any Parish Mass that month. As Numbers for each Mass will be limited.
Reconciliation: Parents were also reminded that in preparation for their First Holy Communion the children will be required to celebrate Reconciliation. Those children attending Mary Immaculate Primary school will be do so on the 28. Other children please notify Steph for a time.
JUBILEE PILGRIMAGE WALK FOR LIFE - Fri 23 May to Sat 24 May Join pilgrims from around the Diocese from Fri 23 May- Sat 24 May for all or part of the walk for life along the stunning South Coast from Kiama to Culburra. Pope Francis has urged us in this Jubilee Year to build a culture of life, where every human life is cherished and protected. For more information go to dow.sh/WFL or contact jude.hennessy@dow.org.au Ph: 4222 2407
Diocesan Cross Country
Unfortunately, due to adverse weather conditions, the original date for the Diocesan Cross Country had to be postponed. We’re now hoping for clear skies as the event is rescheduled for 27 May. Best of luck to all our amazing MIEV representatives—we’re cheering you on!
Athletics Carnival
Mackillop Rugby League and Netball Trials
Perfect weather conditions in Canberra last Friday made for an excellent day of Netball and Rugby League trials for both the 11 and 12 years divisions. A huge congratulations to Maia T and Ceazar F on their outstanding achievement—both have been selected to represent the MacKillop Teams at the NSWPSSA State Championships later this year. We are incredibly proud of you both!
Dear Primary Principals and RECs,
We hope this email finds you all well!
We, Joel and Elise Duval, are writing to you on behalf of Fr Sarkis and the parish of OLHC Rosemeadow to both invite you as well as ask your support in advertising this year's Corpus Christi Event event in your schools. We are hoping to build this feast day across the diocese bringing everyone together to celebrate our God in all His Glory!
