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Student Learning Journeys
There is a lot of research that makes the connection between parent engagement and student learning and in many ways, it is our responsibility to ensure that we are providing opportunities for parents to come in and make connections with their child’s learning space. This way, students also get to reflect on and share their learning with the people they love. We are very appreciative of the support for our Student Learning Journey visits this week and hope that, moving into 2025, we can provide more of these types of opportunities.
World Teachers Day
Late last week, World Teachers Day was acknowledged by many schools across Australia. With several staff away on Friday, we wanted to take the time on Friday this week to thank our teachers for their investment of time and energy at St Mary’s. Personally, I am very appreciative of our staff for the extra time and effort that goes into making our school a wonderful place to work and learn.
Trivia Night
Thank you to our families and community members who attended our Community Council Trivia Night last Saturday. We are really appreciative of everyone's contribution both leading up to and on the night. I am of the understanding that our host has been locked in for 2025! I hope it was enjoyable for all involved.
Uniform
Leading up to Term 4, I had flagged that students could wear their Summer or Winter uniform. As of now, it is expected that students wear their Summer uniform. I hope we get to continue enjoying the warmer weather throughout the term. If there are any issues regarding uniform, please contact Tracee or Sarah in the office or your child’s teacher.
Mass and Working Bee
As mentioned last week, Sunday 10th November, will be our last Children’s Mass for the year. We would love to see families attend. If you can join us for a BBQ breakfast, followed by a morning working bee, we would be very appreciative. Jobs will include, setting up our veggie gardens, planting trees, re-planting shrubs/our hedge, hanging a notice board, coating the school cubby to ensure it doesn't deteriorate in the warmer months, among other things. We would love to see you there - many hands make light work!
Book Fair
Tomorrow will be the last day for Book Fair purchases. Thank you to Mrs Murray and other staff who have assisted in coordinating this event. Eftpos service at Batlow has made purchases a little challenging and we appreciate everyone's understanding!
Enjoy the remainder of the week,
Ryan
Our K/1/2 students will be hosting the All Saints Day Mass on Friday this week. All families are welcome to join us for this Mass which will be held at noon.
A reminder that next Sunday is our Children and Parish Mass at 8:30 a.m. All students are invited to attend with their families. Please contact the office if your child wants to participate in the Mass. After Mass, there will be a working bee and sausage sizzle. If you have some time you may be able to give, it would be much appreciated.
Tomorrow is All Saints Day, this is a Holy Day of Obligation in the Catholic Church. I would like to offer a prayer for All Saints Day.
Dear Father,
You have given the saints in heaven eternal happiness and they now live in the fullness of your glory.
Because of their holy love for you, they also care about us, our family, our friends, our church, and our neighbours.
Thank you for the gift of their friendship and the witness of their holy lives.
We ask our patron saints and every saint who has become especially dear to us to intercede for us.
We ask them to help us journey safely on the narrow path that leads to heaven.
O Lord, give us their protection.
Grant us their assistance in overcoming temptation and gaining the fullness of life with you.
Amen.
Term 4 fees have now been emailed to families. If paying by instalments, please continue to do regular payments. Payment is due by 8 November for those paying fees in full. Please use your unique BPAY and BILLER code for payments. DO NOT use Compass Pay for fees.
Tomorrow the PEEL family will be our cooks.
Next week the POTTER family will be our cooking.
Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets in our raffle.
The winners were:
CANBERRA ACCOMODATION & VOUCHERS: Catherine Clee
LOAD OF WOOD: Kathy Hamilton
MOVIE PACK: Carly Adams
LUNCH ORDERS ARE EACH MONDAY AND FRIDAY
Weathering the Dry in Snowy Valleys – Community Forum
This free community forum is focused on building strength and collaboration in the face of drier times. Led by Jingellic local, Mary Hoodless, the forum will explore how communities can adapt to changing conditions, highlight local opportunities, and tap into the region’s unique strengths.
Who's it for?
This forum is for everyone: whether you’re farming, running a business, or living in town, drier times impact us all. It's a chance for the community to come together, build knowledge, share ideas, and take a community-led approach to tackling the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Key topics include:
- Harnessing our strengths: How local industries, culture, and landscapes can safeguard against impacts
- Adapting to change: A look at the history of drier conditions in the region and how we’re evolving to thrive
- Supporting community wellbeing: Mental health, connection, and supporting one another
- Workshop to explore early insights data from the regional well-being survey, understanding community opportunities and challenges, and what is within our control to direct change
When & Where?
Thursday, 14 November | 5pm–8pm at Pilot Hill
Friday, 15 November | 9am–4:30pm at Batlow Literary Institute
Free event, catering provided. You can attend one or both days. Registrations are essential: https://bit.ly/snowyvalleys
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