STM NEWS | Term 3, Week 4, 2025

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the parents and families who joined us for our recent School Community Prayer and Open Classrooms event. Your presence and participation meant so much to our staff, and most importantly, to your children. It was a special opportunity to come together in prayer as a school community, reflecting on our shared values and the journey we walk together in faith and learning. Equally, we were delighted to welcome you into our classrooms, where your children had the chance to proudly share their work and learning experiences with you. It was a joy to see the excitement on their faces as they showed you what they’ve been working on and spoke about their learning in their own words.

Thank you for your ongoing support, encouragement, and partnership in your child’s education. We are grateful for the strong sense of community we continue to build together.

Over the past two weeks all classes participated in basketball clinics run by senior students from SEDA College. The SEDA Basketball Clinics are an exciting initiative designed to develop and inspire the next generation of basketball talent. These hands-on clinics offered a unique opportunity for our students to learn from passionate and experienced student coaches’ skills including dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork. The clinics not only focused on skill development but also emphasised confidence, sportsmanship, and the enjoyment of the game in a fun, supportive, and professional environment.

“Be Bold. Be Kind. Speak Up.” | Bullying No Way Week August 11-15

This week all classes have focused on this special time dedicated to promoting kindness, respect, and inclusion in schools and communities everywhere. It reminds us all that every person deserves to feel safe, valued, and supported. Students have come together to celebrate the power of friendship and courage. Instead of focusing on the hurt caused by bullying, Bullying No Way Week shines a bright light on the positive actions we can take to make the world a better place. It encourages us to stand up for others, to speak out when we see unfair treatment, and to create environments where everyone feels welcome.

By choosing kindness, we can help others feel confident and happy. We learn to appreciate differences and celebrate what makes each person unique. Bullying No Way Week is a chance for schools, families, and communities to work together, building stronger connections based on respect and understanding. Remember, every small act of kindness — a smile, a helping hand, a kind word — can make a big difference. When we say, “Bullying No Way,” we are saying “Yes” to friendship, empathy, and a future where everyone belongs.

Students from our 5/6RT class have put together this important video, taking the time to share their understanding of what bullying is and how it can present in the school environment, and online.

We value your voice!

Our LLL Parent Survey is still open and will remain available until 22nd August. Your feedback is incredibly important to us—it helps us understand what we’re doing well and where we can grow to better support our students and families. Every response contributes to shaping a stronger, more responsive school community.

Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts by using the link below, entering the code STMLLLP:

It with great thanks and much sadness that this Friday we say a fond farewell to Janelle, our wonderful Business Manager, whose final day with us marks the end of an incredible three-year chapter across both school communities. Janelle has been an integral part of our team, bringing not only professionalism and dedication to her role, but also a genuine warmth and care that has touched the lives of so many. Her support of families has been unwavering—always ready to listen, assist, and go the extra mile to ensure everyone felt heard and cared for. Whether it was helping with enrolments, navigating financial matters, or simply offering a kind word in passing, Janelle’s presence has made a real difference.

Her kindness, helpfulness, and steady guidance will be deeply missed by staff, students, and families alike. While we are sad to see her go, we are also excited for her as she embarks on a new journey at St Pat’s, where we know she will continue to shine. We are currently in the process of appointing a new Business Manager and will keep families informed as that progresses. In the meantime, we invite you to join us in thanking Janelle for all she has done and wishing her every success and happiness in the future. She leaves with our deepest appreciation and warmest wishes.

It is with heavy hearts that we inform the community that Michael Higgie passed away over the weekend. Michael worked as a part of our staff as our WHS officer and was committed to creating a safe environment for your child to learn and play in. Michael worked across a number of Catholic Schools in our region. We pray for Michael, his family and his colleagues who will all miss him dearly.

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