From the Vice Principal – Term 1 Week 10

Jenni Vile on 11/04/2025

Start to Term 2 – Pupil Free Days and 7-12 Student Learning Conversations (Parent Teacher Interviews)

As we head into a well-earned school holiday break, I would like to remind you about the start of Term 2.

Monday 28 April is a pupil-free day. Our staff will come together for a Faith Formation Day inspired by the Marist theme for 2025, “Pilgrims of Hope: Look Beyond.” Guided by Pope Francis’s vision for the Jubilee Year 2025, the day invites staff to reflect on their personal and shared journeys of faith, renewal and mission. Through prayer, conversation and moments of quiet reflection, they will explore what it means to walk with hope – as individuals, colleagues and as a Marist community committed to nurturing the hearts and minds of our students.

Tuesday 29 April is a pupil-free day for students from PK to Year 6. Students and staff of Years 7 to 12 will participate in Student Learning Conversations. This is an opportunity for students to meet with their parents and teachers and share their reflections on their learning this term, to celebrate their successes, acknowledge their challenges and to plan for the next stage of their learning journey. Further information about the Student Learning Conversations can be found in the Teaching and Learning Week 8’s newsletter.

Holy Week

As the term draws to a close and we head into the school holidays, we also look toward Holy Week, the most sacred time in the Church’s year. It’s a time when we remember the final days of Jesus’ life, His message of love and forgiveness, and the hope that comes with Easter.

Holy Week is a special opportunity for quiet reflection, prayer, and preparing our hearts for the joy of Easter. Whether it’s through a simple moment of gratitude, attending Mass, or spending time with loved ones, we are all invited to pause and remember what truly matters.

As we celebrate this season, may it bring peace to your homes, rest after a busy term, and a renewed sense of hope and joy.

We wish all our families a safe and blessed Easter break.

Uniform and Presentation Reminders

As we approach the school holidays, we kindly ask parents to support the College by ensuring that any student haircuts align with our grooming expectations. If your child is considering a style that may not meet College guidelines, we encourage this to be done early in the break to allow time for any necessary adjustments before Term 2 begins.

The commencement of term two also marks the transition to Winter Uniform for all students from Year 1 to Year 12. Students are expected to return to school in their full Winter Academic Uniform. Some points to note:

  • Shirts must be tucked in when wearing College trousers
  • Students in Years 4 to 12 are to wear College ties and blazers

We appreciate your ongoing support in helping maintain the standards and presentation of our College students.

Uniform Shop – School Holiday Trading Hours

To assist students and families with the transition to Winter Uniform in Term 2, the College Uniform Shop will be open for extended trading in the second week of the school holidays. The dates and times are listed below:

  • Tuesday 22 April 9:00am to 5:00pm
  • Wednesday 23 April 9:00am to 5:00pm
  • Thursday 24 April 9:00am to 5:00pm

As usual, orders can also be placed online for collection. The link to the online store is here.

Mr Michael Chiera

VICE PRINCIPAL