OVERNIGHT CANBERRA EXCURSION

Our Year 5 and 6 students recently enjoyed an exciting and educational overnight trip to the national capital, Canberra, where they had the opportunity to explore our nation’s capital. The visit included tours of significant sites such as Parliament House, the Museum of Australian Democracy, and the National Museum of Australia. These experiences provided valuable insights into Australia’s history, democracy, and national identity.

The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians visiting the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the cost of the excursion, the Government is contributing funding to our school in the amount of $30 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate (PACER) program. This rebate is paid directly to the school upon completion of the excursion.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Australian Government for their support through the PACER grant, which helped make this trip possible. The students returned with a deeper understanding of civics and citizenship, and memories they will cherish.

A special thank you to our Year 5 and 6 students for their exemplary behaviour and keen interest in learning throughout the trip. Their enthusiasm and respect for the learning opportunities made the experience even more meaningful.

Finally, I would like to express my deep gratitude to Mrs. Benoit, Mrs. Roche, Mrs. Mewett, Mrs. Lavelle, and Ms. Sparks for their generosity and care in looking after our students during this trip. Their dedication, time, and thoughtful attention made a huge difference, ensuring that the students were well cared for and able to make the most of this valuable experience.

ST BRIGID'S END OF YEAR ASSEMBLY AND CONCERT RSVP

We are delighted that he majority of families are able to join us for the End of Year Assembly and Christmas Carol Sing-Along! We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you. More information about the P&F BBQ dinner and costumes will be shared soon.

Date: Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: St Brigid's School Grounds

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FOR PARENTS - SCHOOL CYCLIC ENQUIRY

School Cyclic Inquiry is a valuable process that occurs every four years, allowing schools to reflect on their effectiveness in enhancing student faith, learning, and wellbeing. Through a comprehensive report based on data and community feedback, schools assess their achievements and challenges. An independent panel then reviews the findings, meets with the school’s leadership, and evaluates performance using key tools like the Australian Council for Educational Research School Improvement Tool. The panel provides recommendations to shape the school's four-year School Strategic Improvement Plan, along with a one-year Annual Improvement Plan to support ongoing progress.

Please find below the executive summary for parents. We would like to sincerely thank our parents, staff, and students for their valuable insights and feedback throughout this process.

ARE YOU LEAVING ST BRIGID'S AT THE END OF THE YEAR?

As we begin planning for the 2025 school year, we kindly request that any families who are intending to leave our school at the end of this year notify the office as soon as possible. This information is crucial for us to finalise staffing arrangements, student numbers for the upcoming year and our funding from the Government. 

Please ensure that any withdrawal notifications are submitted to the schoo office, via the info emial address by Friday 1 November 2024.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to prepare for a successful 2025 school year.

SCHOOL UNIFORM

We would like to remind all families of the importance of following our school uniform policy. The uniform plays a vital role in fostering a sense of belonging and pride within our school community.

Your support in ensuring that students are dressed in the correct uniform each day is greatly appreciated. This helps us maintain a positive and respectful learning environment, allowing all students to feel confident and focused.

Thank you for your cooperation in upholding the high standards we value at St Brigid's. If you have any questions or need assistance with uniform requirements, please don’t hesitate to reach out.