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| WEEK 9, TERM 4 |
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| Thursday 12 December |
12.15pm Years 3- 6 Talent Quest |
| Friday, 13 December |
Light of Leadership Ceremony - School Hall 12.00pm Meet the Teacher sessions 2.00pm School Reports are distributed Christmas Concert and Picnic and Fr. Simon Community Farewell 5.30pm Clothing Pool opens 2.45pm Flexischool Lunch Order https://user.flexischools.com.au/login |
| WEEK 10, TERM 4 |
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| Monday, 16 December |
Year 6 Big Day Out Year 6 Walk of Fame 2.45pm Final day of the year for all students |
| Tuesday, 17 December |
Staff Development Day OSH Club available |
| WEEK 1, TERM 1 2025 |
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| Thursday 30 January - Monday 3 February |
Staff Development Days |
| Tuesday, 4 February |
School Commences for students in Kindergarten - Year 6 |
Year 6 Graduation Celebrations
On Tuesday, our school community gathered for a beautiful Graduation Mass at 1:30pm, followed by the Year 6 Graduation celebration at the Hellenic Club in the evening.
We extend our thanks to Mr Hunt and Miss Beissner for their dedication and care in preparing the students for this special milestone. Their guidance and support have helped shape these young individuals into the confident and capable learners they are today.
A special thank you also goes to Mrs Answerth, Mrs Town, and Mrs Cole for their incredible organisational efforts behind the scenes. Their hard work ensured the evening ran smoothly and was a success in every way.
Thank you also to Fr Simon and Louisa Mitchell for their roles in making the Graduation Mass a meaningful experience.
We are immensely grateful to our parent decorating committee – Jay, Theresa, Belinda, Nadia and Nikki – for transforming the Hellenic Club into a magical space.
At the dinner, our Year 6 Award winners were acknowledged. We congratulate every Year 6 student for their hard work and dedication and for always putting their best foot forward. While all of our students are deserving in one way or another, after lengthy deliberations, the following students were selected to receive the annual awards.
Congratulations to our recipients:
St Mary MacKillop Academic Excellence Award: Liam Gibson and Elsie Hamilton
Fr Phil Buckley Leadership Award: Aston Pirotta
Making Jesus Real Award: Esa Jose and Dan Pindral
Finally, to our wonderful Year 6 students: thank you for being such an exceptional cohort. We are so proud of each of you and the growth you have shown throughout your time at St Matthew's. As you embark on your next adventure, we wish you every success and happiness. You will be deeply missed, but we know you are ready to shine in the years ahead.
Christmas Message
Firstly, I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the wonderful year we have had at St Matthew's.
Reflecting upon my first year as Principal, I have felt so welcomed by students, staff, and all of you - our families. Thank you for the kindness and trust extended to me throughout the year.
I want to thank our incredible staff—our leadership team, teachers, administration staff, classroom support teachers and assistants and maintenance team—and thank you for your dedication, compassion, professionalism, and commitment to student growth and well-being.
We are especially grateful to our departing school community members, Fr. Simon Falk, our Parish Priest, Louisa Mitchell, our REC, and Caroline Stewart, KM Classroom Teacher, as they prepare for their new roles. We send him off with our love and prayers.
Thank you to our amazing parents and caregivers. Thank you for supporting and encouraging your children, and thank you to those who have supported the school through volunteering and event assistance. Your generosity and involvement have strengthened our community.
I would especially like to thank Corrina Wiggins and Bec Barnes, whose behind-the-scenes work with the clothing pool each week keeps our students fitted out. They are also the welcoming face of our school community to new families.
Sadly, we bid farewell to eighteen Year 6 families from our school community and two other families moving from Canberra over the break. I want to thank the de Vries, Farfan Ridia, Fearn, Fenn, Gibson, Hamilton, Jose, Marshall, Morris, Morrison, Murray, Nguyen, Oakleigh, Porwal, Rositano, Rowlinson, Varman, Parkee, Graham and Williams families.
I would like to extend our gratitude to our School Community Council Parent Representatives, Kylie, Nadia, Cody, Cheryl, David, Mick, and Larissa, for their leadership and support. Thank you also for the amazing job they have done with fundraising this year - and thank you to everyone who supported these events.
We also acknowledge our Before and After School Care provider, OSH Club, and especially Laura, Lauren, Corey, and their team for their care and dedication to our students. As we transition to Team Kids in 2025, we welcome Josh, Kaylee, and Sonia and their team to St Matthew’s, and we look forward to working with them.
This year, we also farewell our cleaning contractor - Wizard Cleaning, after 25 years of association with St. Matthew's. In the new year, Mirror Cleaning will take care of all of our cleaning needs.
Finally, to our students, thank you for your joy, curiosity, and kindness. You are the heart of our school, and it has been wonderful journeying alongside you and getting to know each of you this year. As we head into the holiday season, we encourage you to stay safe, take time to rest, and enjoy special moments with your loved ones.
For your information, the Christmas Mass services in our Parish are being held at the following times:
Christmas Eve Tuesday 24 December
6.00pm St Vincent’s Church
9.00pm St Matthew’s Church
Christmas Day Wednesday 25 December
8.30am St Matthew’s Church
10.00am St Vincent’s Church
As we celebrate this season of hope and joy, may the blessings of Christmas fill your homes with love, joy and peace. May you enjoy a safe and restful holiday.
With gratitude and blessings,
Sarah Lowe
Principal
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