Newsletters

Hopefully you have noticed a few changes to the school newsletter. Firstly, the newsletter will now be published every 2 weeks. Secondly, we have changed the format of the newsletter so that it should now be easy to read on any device. Please send us feedback about these changes.

NAIDOC week

This week have celebrated NAIDOC week. We celebrate and recognise the rich history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC week is the opportunity to learn more about First Nations Cultures and histories.

School Values

Over the past few week’s teachers have been talking to students about our school value RESPECT and what it means to them. The students came up with a variety of ways they show RESPECT in their daily lives. Below are some examples:

Respect means treating others equally and encouraging others to be kind, work hard and have fun

Respect is being honest, listening and using manners

Respect is no bullying and being inclusive

Respect is making others feel happy

Respect is treating others the way you wish to be treated

Respect is where people pick up rubbish we see, even if it not ours

Respect is not talking over someone when they are talking

Respect is seeing all cultures as equal

Respect is saying nice things to your friends

Respect is treating people as if they are Jesus and how they would treat Jesus if He were at school

Respect is standing up for people

School Start

Getting a good start to each day is so important to students learning. Arriving at school prior to the 8:50am start bell allows students to settle into their day. Learning starts just after 8:50am and for those students who arrive late they miss out on the most important part of a lesson. It also means they must spend their start trying to catch up. For many families getting ready each morning can be busy and chaotic. There are ways to make it smoother by talking to children and together writing a simple morning schedule.

Book Week

What an amazing Book Week we had! It was wonderful to see how all our students dressed up as their favourite book characters. It was also pleasing to see to all staff joining in. A special mention to Mrs Tomazin for all her hard work in making the book week parade such a memorable occasion and for all the extra work she does to make our library the outstanding place it is.

Catholic school Parents Association Survey

Have your say on what matters regarding the well-being and learning of your child. For example, has COVID or your partnership with the school affected your child’s well-being and learning? If you are a parent or carer with a child in a Catholic school, CSPA would love to hear from you. Click on the survey link – CSPA 2022 PARENT SURVEY and share your feedback to assist CSPA in reporting to the Federal Government and Catholic education. Your feedback will remain anonymous.

R U OK?

R U OK? Day is when we remind Australians that every day is the day to  ask, ‘are you OK?’ and start a meaningful conversation whenever they spot the signs that someone they care about might be struggling with life. At Good Shepherd we will be having a Wellness Week next week were we especially focus on student wellbeing. One of the things we will be doing that students are sure to love is a week of NO HOMEWORK. This is a great opportunity to encourage your child to play outdoors. For more information about R U OK? Please follow the link below:

A conversation could change a life | R U OK?

God Bless

Nic Gaglia

Principal