Dear parents and caregivers,
What a busy week .... parent information sessions, swimming lessons, celebrating St Elizabeth’s Feast Day and finally a colour run!
Today we came together as a whole school for the Feast Day of St Elizabeth of Hungary, the patron saint of our school and to conclude the ten-year celebrations since the opening of the school. Father Francis joined us to celebrate a lovely mass that reflected the life and values of St Elizabeth. St Elizabeth’s life offers us a profound lesson in compassion, selflessness, and the importance of reaching out to those who are less fortunate and in need. It’s a lesson that resonates with us today. In a world that can often feel rushed and focused inward, St. Elizabeth’s example invites us to pause, look around, and ask, "How can I make a positive difference in the lives of others?". Her Feast Day is not only a time to remember her life, it is a day to inspire our actions in the present and shape our intentions for the future. It reminds us that each of us has the power to bring light and hope to those around us. Today we also stopped and celebrated Mrs Manov, Mrs Dimond and Mrs Martino who have committed themselves to St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School for the past ten years and to recognise students who live out the values of St Elizabeth in everything they do. I would like to congratulate the recipients of these awards. Following mass, the students enjoyed a shared morning tea on the grassed area outside the hall. The celebrations continued with a fabulous and entertaining Colour Run.
What an incredible afternoon we had at our Colour Run! The air was filled with laughter, bright splashes of colour, and pure joy as our students dashed through clouds of vibrant powder, turning our school grounds into a rainbow playground. It was amazing to see everyone come together, students, staff and families, sharing in the fun and excitement. The colour run was not just about the thrill of the race, it was a celebration of community, energy, and spirit. A massive thank you to Mrs Didlock, Mrs Dimond, Mr Glenn and our wonderful P&F volunteers for making this afternoon unforgettable! Now it is time for everyone to bring in the money that they have raised so that plans to extend the playground equipment can begin!
Finally, it is always lovely to start the week welcoming new families to our wonderful school. Our Early Years team held information and orientation sessions for our 2025 Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten students which were very well supported by our families. The pure joy and excitement on the faces of our youngest students was heartwarming and the very reason why we do what we do! Thank you to Mrs Fernandez and the Early Years team for organising these lovely sessions.
Wishing you all a lovely weekend.
God bless,
Rebecca Clarke
Principal
