Dear Families,

Here we are at the close of another busy and vibrant term, Week 10 of a busy winter stretch! It’s been a term filled with learning, celebration, service and spirit. As the colder weather wraps around us, it’s clear our students and staff alike are ready for a well-earned rest.

A friendly reminder that this Friday, 4 July, is a Pupil Free Day and Term 3 will commence on Tuesday, 22 July. (Please note: Monday, 21 July is also a Pupil Free Day as staff return to prepare for the new term.)

Staff news

For the first three weeks of Term 3, I will be taking leave. During this time, our school will be in very capable hands with our Leadership Team: Mrs Kerry Wode will be stepping in as Acting Principal, Mr Matthew Maloney will serve as Acting Assistant Principal, Mrs Laura Stumbles as Acting Religious Education Coordinator, and Mrs Janica Morella as Acting Coordinator. I’m grateful for their leadership and know the school will continue to flourish with their guidance.

We also wish Mrs Kerry Wode a great few weeks away as she embarks on a pilgrimage to Rome with the Archbishop and many other staff from the Catholic Education Office and other schools. Enjoy the experience, Kerry! Mrs Wode will be back at school for the start of next term.

Uniform Reminders

The holiday break is a perfect time to ensure all school uniform items are in check. It’s no secret that we’ve been battling a few uniform challenges lately. Students are regularly reminded to wear the correct school uniform, and we kindly ask for your support in reinforcing this at home. Adhering to the Catholic Education Uniform Guidelines and our own School Uniform Policy is essential in fostering pride and consistency across our school.

Also, we’d greatly appreciate if you could check your child’s uniforms over the break, making sure items are clearly labelled with their name. We currently have numerous unnamed items in lost property, and on the other hand, families searching for clearly labelled clothing that’s gone missing. A quick check could make a big difference, thank you for your help!

Thank you to the many families who each day ensure your child is wearing the correct uniform. We are noticing a huge improvement overall. The donations to our second-hand clothing pool have been gratefully accepted. The turn over to other families has been quick. Please remember to put names on all items. 

We appreciate the work of Kat and Katie, our super volunteers, for helping to keep our lost property cupboard organised.

Parent Teacher Interviews

A big thank you to all the families who joined us for parent–teacher interviews this week. Your ongoing commitment to your child’s learning and wellbeing plays such a vital role in our school community. We’d also like to extend our sincere appreciation to our dedicated staff, who have invested significant time preparing for these important conversations, and who have stayed back during the final week of term to ensure meaningful connections with families. Thank you.

Sacred Heart Feast Day

What a joyous and meaningful day we shared last week as we celebrated our Feast Day! From our reverent Mass to the joyful disco and everything in between, the day was a wonderful reflection of our school’s greeting - nurturing hearts, minds, and spirits. Through prayer and reflection, we nurtured our spirits; through learning about and supporting others in need, we nurtured our minds; and through hands-on acts of service and joyful community moments, we nurtured our hearts. A heartfelt thank you to Mrs Laura Stumbles for coordinating the day and to the many parents who generously gave their time to help, your support made this celebration not only possible but truly special.

As we approach the end of Term 2, I want to extend my sincere thanks to our incredible parent community for your support, encouragement, and contributions. Whether it’s helping in classrooms, lending a hand baking cookies, or simply cheering us on, your involvement makes such a positive impact on school life.

And finally, to our tired staff, thank you. The commitment, care, and effort you show every single day, especially during busy periods of assessment and reporting, do not go unnoticed. Sacred Heart is lucky to have such dedicated professionals leading our children’s learning and wellbeing.

Wishing you all a peaceful, joyful holiday break. Rest well, stay warm, and I’ll see you all in Week 4.

In faith and partnership,

David Austin

Principal

Community Safety 

1. Does your family walk near Gepp Pl Torrens? Please be aware there is a large male kangaroo who has taken up residence there.
2. Online Safety? The holidays are a great time for family discussions and resetting of family rules around how we use and stay safe in online environments. A couple of great websites which are family and child focused include: eSafety  or esafety resources  and Kids Helpline
3. Road Safety? When you are walking and riding in less familiar environments and roads, let the children suggest what they are seeing and doing to be safe as a discussion starter.

Thanks Mrs Eleen Binutti

We presented Eleen with a bunch of flowers to thank her for very capably stepping in to run the canteen while Tracey Kane took leave this term. Eleen quickly formed relationships with staff, students and parents. We have enjoyed Eleen's delicious cooking and many are hoping the hot milos stay on the menu for Term 3!

Yours in working together

Kerry Wode

Compass Notifications

Please refer to Compass for the following notifications:

• 2025 Non-govt schools census privacy collection notice
• Kinder Parents
• Grandparents' Day
• ACT Government Equity Fund

Pupil Free Day

Due to staff training, the Front Office and the Clothing Pool will be closed on the pupil free day, Friday 4th July.

We had so much fun in Playgroup this term.

Tuesday and Friday sessions for Term 3 are fully booked with limited spaces available on Thursday.

Kindergarten have been busy recreating the school in the sandpit.

Rising Star Tennis Academy are offering lunch time tennis lessons for 6 weeks.

If your child is interested, there is a first week FREE trial. If your child would like to go ahead with the lessons, then they will be $140 for the next 5 weeks. There will need to be a minimum of 6 students for tennis to go ahead. If you are interested, please email Laura Stumbles .