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Dear Lord,
As the school year concludes, we gather in gratitude for the journey we've shared. We thank you for the gift of knowledge and the guidance of devoted teachers. Bless them for their commitment to shaping young minds.
For our leaving students stepping into new chapters, grant them wisdom and courage. May they use their talents for your glory. Holy Spirit, inspire reflection on the year's experiences—both joys and challenges.
As we enter the break, we seek rest and renewal, mindful of your presence. Bless this school community and guide us in the upcoming adventures. In this Advent season, we anticipate the birth of Christ, bringing hope and light into our lives.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Parents
As we approach the end of another enriching school year , I want to take the time to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. Your unwavering support, faith, and commitment to your child's education have made this year truly special.
Together, we've witnessed countless moments of growth, friendship, and achievement. From the laughter in the playground to the quiet moments of prayer in our church, the spirit of community and faith has been at the heart of our school.
I am incredibly proud of the accomplishments of our students, both academically and personally. They have demonstrated kindness, resilience, and a true understanding of the values instilled in them throughout the year. Your partnership in fostering a nurturing environment has contributed significantly to their success.
It is very hard for me to say goodbye to such a beautiful community who welcomed me with open arms and made each and every day much more of a blessing than simply just a ‘work’ day. St Patrick’s will always hold a special place in my heart and my prayers.
Thank you once again for entrusting us with the education and spiritual development of your children. May God's grace continue to guide and bless each of your families during the years to come and may the season of Christmas be especially joyful for you all.
2024 Staffing
I am pleased to be able to confirm the following staffing for next year.
Principal - Mr Mitchell Elks
Assistant Principal - Mr Gavan Hoctor
Religious Education Coordinator - Mr Samuel Mattas
Middle Leader - Miss Casey Figueira
Kindergarten Teacher - Miss Casey Figueira
Year 1 Teacher - Mrs Olivia Cudina
Year 2 Teachers - Mrs Jean Barnes/ Mrs Gina Papadopoulos
Year 3 Teacher - Miss Jessica Dowsett
Year 4 Teacher- Mrs Alison Madaschi
Year 5 Teacher - Mr Thomas Mindzas
Year 6 Teachers - Miss Bruna Doro/ Mrs Caroline Hockey
Creative Arts/PE Teacher - Miss Georgah Elchaar
Diverse Learning Support Teacher - Mrs Julie Beuman
Classroom Learning Support Teacher - Mr Samuel Mattas
Senior School Support Officers
Miss Debbie Casey - (Tuesday - Friday)
Mrs Joanne Carroll (Monday)
School Support Officers
Mrs Katina Plataniotis
Mrs Tracy Carey
Mrs Sharon Kapsimallis
Mrs Kylie Kodaxis
Mrs Mariam Marmar
Excellence Awards
Congratulations to the following students who received an Excellence Award today:
Mackillop: Mya Naumovski, Kira Jones, Sasha Naumovski, Luke Batur, Amelie Mineeff, Leena Carolan, Levi Kinnas
English: Jake Coleman, Nichola Nebu, Lucy Willamson, Ashton Kotevski, Milani Kuzmanovska, Milla Lokys, Sofia Mineeff
Mathematics: Lara Kusa, Toby Fogarty, Ethan Fargnoli, Emelia Connor, Veronika Carolan, Bella-Rose Burns, Maya Dimitrovski
PB4L: Chloe Krstevski, Oliva Harb, Lucia Sharpe, Audrey Woods, Nikkita Nebu, Mason Kuzmanovski, Simona Stojcevski
Principal, Shamrock or St Patrick’s Award
Congratulations to the following students who received a Principal, Shamrock or St Patrick’s Award today.
Principal:
Noah Hunt, Lara Kusa, Anden Kotevski, Iziaha Ma’u, Nichola Nebu, Olivia Harb, Luis Cowan, Sasha Naumovski, Hannah Dray, Aneira Hogg, Caidy Leite, Alice Ryan, Mia Lock, Ivy Dimovski, Oliver Meta, Owen Pucillio, Emelia Connor, Ashton Kotevski, Meila Kusa, Henry Juhasz, Audrey Woods, Veronika Carolan, Nikkita Nebu, Tori Fogarty, Milani Kuzmanovska, Elyssa Sirijovski, George Michaloudakis, Jake Jovanoski, Aurora Leite, Zoe Naumovski, Eva Zafiropoulos,Charlotte Blacker, Lara Dimovski, Matilda Hill, Hannah Dos Santos, Sean Timb, Marco Alves, Sienna Fargnoli, Levi Kinnas, Sophia Mineeff, Christian Naumovski, Jacob Svarc, Bede Woods
Shamrock:
Jayden Figueira, Nicholas Mineeff, Ethan Fargnoli, Luka Batur, Ebony Rogers, Eleni Michaloudakis
St Patrick’s Award:
Mason Kuzmanovski, Joseph Habak, Jack Agius, Tyler Burns, Levi Marras Scerri, Rose Varela De Sousa
Having conversations with children and young people
The National Office for Child Safety has launched ‘One Talk at a Time’, a national awareness raising and behavioural change campaign on child sexual abuse.
One Talk at a Time aims to protect children and young people from sexual abuse by helping adults understand that child sexual abuse is preventable and encouraging them to have ongoing, proactive, preventative conversations with children, young people and other adults in their lives.
You may have already noticed or seen the campaign's 60-second advertisement. 'One Talk at a Time' was informed by a substantial research program to ensure it is effective, culturally-safe, accessible and trauma-informed. This research included research and testing with over 8,500 Australians, including the campaign's target audience, victims and survivors, child safety experts and the National Strategy's priority groups.
This campaign is a key measure under the National Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Child Sexual Abuse 2021-2030 and fulfils a recommendation of the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse.
A heartfelt thank you for your incredible generosity in supporting the St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal. Your donations will make a significant impact on the lives of those less fortunate in our community.
Wishing you all a joyous holiday season filled with hope, joy and compassion!
Mr Sam Mattas
Religious Education Coordinator
Starting from the beginning of Term 1, 2024, we will be transitioning to a new online enrolment platform, called Funnel, removing the use of all paper forms. Please take note, particularly for sibling applications. The online application form will be accessible from the home page of our school website www.sppkdow.catholic.edu.au
On Wednesday, 6th of December, Stage three (Year Five and Year Six) travelled to Luna Park in Sydney for an excursion. The point of this excursion was to learn to calculate different dimensions and qualities of certain rides. For instance, the speed of which one ride travels, the total number of people that can ride in it, etc.
We caught a bus through Sydney, across the Harbour Bridge, and finally, to arrive at Luna Park. We were given wristbands so that with a scan we were admitted onto a ride. The teachers that accompanied us handed out maths work booklets for us to fill out. We were lucky enough to be able to complete a maths task and then be allowed to take a turn on whichever ride we pleased within that vicinity.
Most children took a turn on many of the rides, such as the Valloré, the Tango Train, the Boomerang or Big Dipper (both of which are roller coasters), the Ferris Wheel and so many more thrilling rides. Within the premises, there were food, souvenir, showbag and many more shops and viewing points to be enjoyed.
The students that took part in the educational trip to Luna Park, Sydney really enjoyed the memorable experience and we hope that the classes of stage three to come will be as privileged as we have been in being able to attend this Amusement Park.
By: Sofia Mineeff & Delilah Calleja
