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TERM 2

APRIL

• Thursday 25th - ANZAC Day - Public Holiday

• Friday 26th - Curriculum Day - Student Free Day

• Monday 29th - 2025 Prep Interviews commence this week

MAY

• Monday 6th - Mother's Day Breakfast (please refer to information sent from Sonia Mazzei)

• Tuesday 7th - Prep & Year 1 Parents - Reading Workshop (9:00am and 6:00pm)

• Thursday 9th - Mother's Day Stall

• Monday 13th - Athletics Day @Coburg Harriers Athletic Club - Outlook Rd, Coburg North 3058 (more info will follow in the coming weeks)

JUNE

• Monday 10th - King's Birthday - Public Holiday

• Tuesday 11th - Curriculum Day - Student Free Day

• Tuesday 25th - Learning Conversations for Semester 1 school reports (by appointment only - further information will be sent out later this term)

• Wednesday 26th - Learning Conversations for Semester 1 school reports (by appointment only - further information will be sent out later this term)

• Friday 28th -  Last day term 2 2024 - 12.00pm finish; Canteen closed; gold coin donation to Charity TBC

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Dear Families,

Welcome back to an exciting Term 2! We hope you had a rejuvenating break and are ready for the upcoming term filled with learning, growth, and community events.

Uniform Reminder

A gentle reminder that wearing the school uniform is a reflection of our community pride and shared values. Please ensure that uniforms are worn correctly, along with the appropriate accessories. Teachers will be monitoring uniform compliance closely to maintain our school's standards.

A huge thank you to Sonia Mazzei for organising our Movie Night last Friday. It was great to see families coming together and having a picnic dinner on the green. Thank you also to Mel, Michelle and Mary who also helped on the night. 

We also have a number of unclaimed items in our Lost Property. Please ensure that your child/ren have their name on all items so they can be returned. 

Playing out on the school yard

As part of our commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment for our students, we continuously monitor and guide activities in our school yard. All Our staff diligently oversee all ball games ensuring that they are conducted safely and that each child enjoys these activities without risk.

To reinforce this positive behaviour, we kindly ask for your support at home. Please take a moment to talk with your children about the importance of playing safely and respecting others while on the yard. Discussing the impact of their actions on their peers helps in nurturing a community minded spirit and promotes a more enjoyable and secure atmosphere for everyone.

Together, let’s continue to guide our children in understanding that safe and respectful interactions are essential, both in and out of school. Your cooperation and support make a significant difference and are greatly appreciated. 

Staff News

I would like to wish Natalie Galletta, who is getting married this weekend, all the very best for this very special day! 

I would also like to let the community know that both Tarryn Cehner and Grace Grech are expecting their first child. Tarryn will finish here at STM at the end of Term 2 and Grace will finish middle Term 3. Both Tarryn and Grace have been an integral part of our school community for a number of years and we are grateful for their dedication, passion, and knowledge. We look forward to welcoming both Tarryn and Grace back to STM in the future. As always, our goal is to provide your child with a high quality education and create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. We understand that change can be both exciting and challenging, and we are committed to supporting your child during this transition. Rest assured, we are actively seeking a qualified teachers to replace both Grace and Tarryn whilst they are on leave. 

STMPA - Needing Support 

The St Thomas More Parents Association (STMPA), play a vital role in enhancing the educational experience for our children. However, to continue our efforts, we need your support!

Together, through STMPA, we can organise enriching activities that benefit our school community. Your involvement is essential in making these initiatives successful, without family support it is left to STM staff to run these initiatives however this is not sustainable. Attached is a document where you can volunteer your time and skills according to your availability and interests. Please complete this sheet and add your name where you are available. 

At STM, we are committed to providing the best possible environment for our students, but we cannot do it alone! Your support fuels our endeavours, and we are immensely grateful for it.

Thank you for being part of our school community and for your willingness to contribute. Together, let's continue to make St. Thomas More a place where our children thrive.

Mother's Day Breakfast May 6

Celebrate Mother's Day with us on Monday, May 6. Please refer to the advertisement below and email from Sonia Mazzei for more details. 

Early Years Reading Workshop for Parents May 7 

We warmly invite you to attend a workshop to explore ways in which you can help your child with reading at home. We will also look at the importance of other factors, particularly oral language and phonological /phonemic awareness, and the role that these play in the development of literacy skills. Please see more information below 

Learning Showcases

We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your attendance at our Learning Showcases. Your presence not only encourages our children but also strengthens our bond as a community dedicated to their growth. Your enthusiasm to witness the children's progress is truly inspiring. Together, we create an environment where education flourishes and curiosity thrives. Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to our shared journey of learning and discovery. Your involvement is invaluable in shaping the bright futures of our students.

Upcoming Events & Key Dates

• 2025 Prep Interviews: We begin interviews for the 2025 Prep students this coming week. We look forward to meeting our future students and their families.

• Mother's Day Breakfast: Celebrate Mother's Day with us on Monday, May 6. Please refer to the email from Sonia Mazzei for more details.

• Early Years Reading Workshop for Parents, Tuesday, May 7 - Two session times are offered to parents 9am - 10am and 6pm - 7pm. 

• Athletics Day: Mark your calendar for Monday, Monday 13 May for a day of athletic activities at the Coburg Harriers Athletic Club. More information will follow shortly 

• King's Birthday & Additional Curriculum Day: Please note the public holiday on Monday, 10 June, followed by another student-free day on Tuesday, 11 June.

• Learning Conversations: Scheduled for Tuesday, 25 June, and Wednesday, 26 June. These are by appointment only; further details will be provided later this term.

Daily Operations

• Drop-off and Pick-up: Gates open at 8:30am. Please drive slowly and carefully within school grounds. The afternoon gates open at 3:10pm.

• Parish Kindergarten Building Works: The ongoing construction may affect drop-off and pick-up routines. We will keep you updated on any changes as they come to hand

• OSHCLUB: Our Out of School Hours Program needs at least 15 students per day to operate. Contact OSHClub directly if you require this service.

• Canteen: Open four days a week (closed Tuesdays). Place lunch orders online through the CDF Payroll website.

• Communication: Stay connected through SeeSaw for updates on your child's learning progress. Our primary communication channels will remain email and our social media platforms.

Newsletter & Assembly Schedule

• Newsletters will be sent bi-weekly via email. 

• Assemblies will continue every Monday at 9:50 AM and on alternate Fridays at 2:30pm, with the first Friday assembly on May 3.

• The last day of Term 2 will be on Friday, June 28, with a 12:00pm finish. Please note the canteen will be closed, and we encourage a gold coin donation for charity.

We are excited for the term ahead and thank you for your continued support.
Warm regards,

David Hurn

Dear Families,

Please see below for the Term 2 Overviews.

• Prep Curriculum Overview

• One Curriculum Overview

• Two Curriculum Overview

• Three Curriculum Overview

• Four Curriculum Overview

• Five Curriculum Overview

• Six Curriculum Overview

Sonia Mazzei
Acting Learning and Teaching Leader                     

Early Years Reading Workshop for Parents

Dear Prep and Year 1 Parents, 

We warmly invite you to attend a workshop to explore ways in which you can help your child with reading at home. We will also look at the importance of other factors, particularly oral language and phonological /phonemic awareness, and the role that these play in the development of literacy skills. 

Date: Tuesday 7th May, 2024

Time: Two session times are offered to parents. 

• 9:00 - 10:00am

• 6:00 - 7:00pm

Please register your attendance via the Operoo form that was sent out to Prep and Year 1 families last week.

Author's Corner

In Reading, the year 1 students have been exploring the text, ‘Our Dreaming’ by Kirli Saunders. They explored the Woiwurrung language which is the language spoken by the Wurundjeri people. The students used this knowledge to write sentences which included the Indigenous words for animals as well as other nouns. 

Premiers' Reading Challenge

The Victorian Premiers' Reading Challenge 2024  is now open. Families received an email last week with information regarding how your child can participate. We are so lucky here at STM to have our very own passionate librarian, Miss Lou, who just loves helping students choose books they can read which can then be added to their reading list. So many students have already 

signed up, but it would be wonderful to have even more join in. The challenge is open to all students from Prep to Year 6. 

Parents, if you would like your child/children to participate in this challenge, please email Miss Lou who can register them: leveston@stmhadfield,catholic.edu.au.

Michelle Rinaldi
Acting Literacy Leader

Salve!

Bentornati to term 2! Do you know your numeri and how to use them in different phrases? The studenti are currently revising numbers so that they can use them in the various contexts in future. They are also learning to ask for classroom resources. 

Please see the below for the language focus for the next 2 weeks:

Grazie e arrivederci!

TCL team

Adriana Bonacci and Maria Vainieri 

Awards will be in the published in Week 4 newsletter