Dear Parents and Carers,

Last Saturday night some of our Year 3 students made their first Reconciliation. Congratulations to Josie, Tyronne, Reece and Sam. The children were a credit to their families. A special thank you to Fr Mick for his support of the students and to Johanna Barling, Jade Crispen and Helen Mulholland for preparing the children and to Helen for organising the celebration. Our Year 3 students are now preparing for their First Eucharist which will be on Saturday September 17 at 6pm.

Congratulations to all our students on their amazing efforts to fundraise for the Walkathon. We raised a grand total of $7308.65 which is fantastic and exceeded our target of $7000. First prize a $500 Pushys Voucher was won by Archer in Year One who raised $350, second prize was won by Miguel in Kinder who raised $325.50 and the lucky draw was won by Joey Bolin in Year 3. Miguel and Joey won Garmin watches. We thank all our students for their outstanding efforts which has resulted in the purchase of 20 new Chrome books for our students to use at school. We thank all our families for supporting this initiative and especially our amazing Community Council who purchased and donated the prizes. Tomorrow all the students will be having a plain clothes day and movie and popcorn afternoon in recognition of their hard work and support for the school.

We look forward to seeing all our students dress up for Book Week next Wednesday. A note was sent home yesterday reminding all parents about the theme and the parade, as well as information about key events in the next two weeks especially the Father’s Day breakfast and stall which is next Thursday. Donations of food items for breakfast would be appreciated but need to be dropped into school by next Tuesday. Each child needs to bring $5 to school for a gift.

It is wonderful to see the majority of our students wearing the correct uniform. St Bede’s has a beautiful school uniform which the children wear with pride. It is the responsibility of every parent/guardian to check that their child is wearing correct uniform to school every day.

Tomorrow we are very fortunate to have a special lunch day at the canteen. A special thank you to Beck Thistleton for her organisation and our parent volunteers for their assistance. A copy of the menu went home on Wednesday attached to the upcoming events note - this was also sent electrioncally via email today as well as on Facebook.Please take the time to read over this notification, so that you are aware of school events.

Have a great week.
God Bless

Marylou

Just a reminder to all parents about school uniform. St Bede’s has a beautiful school uniform which the children wear with pride. Presently we are seeing variations to our uniform and hair styles which are not in line with our uniform policy.
Some significant points to note:

• During winter-school ties must be worn, Jackets and beanies must be navy.
• Hats are worn all year except for June and July.
• Black school shoes are to be worn with school uniform and white joggers with sports uniform.
• Hair must be kept clean and tidy and where longer than shoulder length must be tied back. Permitted hair clips and elastics must be in school colours.
• No hair dye may be worn in hair except under medical advice. Hair must be worn in a natural manner (i.e. no mo-hawks, mullets, skullets, razor cuts etc).
• Facial make-up may not be worn to school (except under medical advice).
• No facial piercing or jewellery may be worn. Simple studs in the ear lobe (one per ear). Wrist watches are acceptable.
• No badges, chains or brooches other than school badges may be worn. Exceptions may be made by the principal e.g. Sacramental badges.

It is the responsibility of every parent/guardian to check that their child is wearing correct uniform to school every day. St. Bede’s uniform is distinctive and sets our school apart in the community. It is important that staff, students and families work together to ensure that our school uniform is worn with pride and that we adhere to the list of uniform requirements. Uniform supplies are available from Muttons and they have ample uniform in stock. For the remainder of this term, each class in the correct uniform will be awarded 50 house spirit points each week and random gottchas will be handed to students. These points will be added to the tally for the House Spirit Shield which will be awarded to the winning house at the end of the year.

Below is a link to our uniform policy and uniform list for your quick reference.

Our School Counsellor, Madi is available each Thursday, during the school term, at the school. If you think your child would benefit from seeing Madi please complete the online referral form at https://catholiccare.force.com/housing/s/school-referral-form.

Any concerns or questions can be emailed to Madi Madelyn.burns@catholiccare.cg.org.au and you will hear back on Thursdays. Or alternatively contact the school office for your concerns to be passed on.

Term 3 School Fees are now overdue for payment. 

If you are yet to pay this term's fees, please do so promptly, as reminder notices are being prepared.

Any families who are having issues making these payment please contact Marylou.