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We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we gather today -
The Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
Information in this Week's Newsletter
Information in this Week's Newsletter
Prayer
Prayer
As our Prep families begin this exciting season of Orientation, we offer a prayer of comfort, hope, and a sense of community as our children step into their new beginning.
A Prayer for Prep Orientation
A Prayer for Prep Orientation
Loving God,
As our children begin Prep Orientation, bless them with calm hearts, curious minds, and the confidence to explore this new beginning.
Guide their teachers with patience and warmth as they welcome each child to STM.
Support us as parents as we encourage and reassure our little ones.
May this time be filled with peace, joy, and a strong sense of belonging for every family.
Amen.
Important Dates - Events for Term 4
Important Dates - Events for Term 4
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November
Friday 28th November - School Closure Day - No students at school
December
Tuesday 2nd December - 2026 Prep Orientation Day 2 of 3; 9.15am to 10.45am
Friday 5th December - 2026 Prep Orientation Day 3 of 3, 9.15am to 10.45am
Friday 5th December - 12.15pm Advent Liturgy
Tuesday 9th December - 1.00pm Advent Liturgy
Thursday 11th December - Year 6's Graduation Mass at 5.00pm
Monday 15th December - Carols Evening 5.30pm-7.00pm
Tuesday 16th December - Last day of Term 4; Advent Liturgy 10.00am; Students finish at 12.00pm; Canteen closed; Gold Coin donation via CDFPay or coin on the day to 'Hope in a Suitcase'
**'Public Events' are listed on our website under 'News and Events', the link being; https://www.stmhadfield.catholic.edu.au/news-events
On the bottom right hand side there is a blue box with a + symbol. If you have a google account, you can link the 'Public Events' calendar to your own personal Google calendar and keep up to date with the most current events and times.
Please don't hesitate to contact the office if you have any questions.
Carols 2025
Carols 2025
Our students are excitedy preparing for the Christmas Carols on Monday 15th December.
Event Timing and Location
The Senior Green will open at 5:30 pm to welcome all families. We encourage you to arrive on time to set up your picnic blankets or chairs and settle in.
The Carols will begin at 6:00 pm sharp and will conclude at 7:00 pm.
Important Reminders
Students are expected to remain seated with their class for the duration of the Carols, from beginning to end (6:00 pm – 7:00 pm).
To ensure the safety of all, please note that the adventure playground will be clsoed and no balls are to be used on the junior green or basketball courts during this time.
BYO picnic rug, chairs, food & drink
Students are encouraged to eat before the Carols begin
In accordance with our Child Safe Standards, this is an alcohol-free event
Siblings need to be supervised by parents/caregivers
North Street access only on the night
Commencement of 2026
Commencement of 2026
Monday 26th January - Australia Day
Tuesday 27th January - Staff Only
Wednesday 28th January - Staff Only
Thursday 29th January - Testing day by appointment only - duration 30min - please see below
Friday 30th January - Testing day by appointment only - duration 30min - please see below
Monday 02nd February - All students commence school on this day in their summer uniform
Students will be advised of their 2026 teacher during 'Step Up' day on Friday 12th December
Testing is only required for one of the days, either Thursday 29th or Friday 30th January 2026
2026 Preps have Wednesdays off in the month of February
2026 Preps will be required to book an additional testing day/time on a Wednesday in February - please see below
School Photos are scheduled for Tuesday 17th March 2026
School Interviews Booking Codes
School Interviews Booking Codes
January Testing
For ALL year levels, 2026 Year Preps to 2026 Year 6's.
Please visit the following school interviews website and use the following event code:
Event code: unhwc
Bookings will open on Monday 15th December at 10.00am
You are required to make only one booking for either Thursday 29th January 2026 or Friday 30th January.
Your child is required to remain at school for the duration of the 30 minute testing time only.
They may be dressed in casual clothes. Please ensure they have a drink bottle with them.
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Wednesdays in February
For 2026 Year Preps only. Prep Testing on Wednesdays in February 2026 4th, 11th 19th
Please visit the following school interviews website and use the following event code:
Event code: dsgn6
Bookings will open on Monday 15th December at 10.00am
You are required to make only one booking for either Wednesday 4th February or Wednesday 11th February or Wednesday 19th February.
Your child is required to remain at school for the duration of the 30 minute testing time only.
They may be dressed in casual clothes. Please ensure they have a drink bottle with them.
News from our Principal
News from our Principal
Dear Families,
I hope this message finds you well as we enjoy the warmer weather and begin the Christmas season. It’s a joyful and busy time of year, and there is much to share as we move toward the end of Term 4.
School Fees for 2025
The 2025 School Fee Structure has been emailed to all families. A friendly reminder that direct debit forms are now due, please return these as soon as possible. If you have any questions or require further information, Mary in the office is more than happy to assist.
Christmas Carols
Our much-anticipated annual Christmas Carols will be held on Monday, 15 December, beginning at 5:30pm on the senior green (weather permitting). Families are encouraged to bring outdoor chairs or a picnic rug to enjoy the performances comfortably.
Students will sit with their class groups and are invited to dress in Christmas colours or festive accessories.
A reminder that siblings must be supervised by parents/caregivers before the carols begin to ensure a safe and enjoyable evening for everyone. Please note the important reminders above regarding this event.
Year 5 Student Leadership Speeches / 2026 School Leaders
We are incredibly proud of the Year 5 students who recently put themselves forward for Student Leader roles. This takes great bravery, and each student showed tremendous courage.
Their speeches reflected thoughtful themes of leadership, kindness, and making a positive difference. Many highlighted the importance of creating an environment where everyone feels safe and supported, an essential quality in a leader. True leadership is not just about being in the spotlight; it’s about supporting others to grow, shine, and lead as well.
I am delighted to announce our 2026 Student Leaders:
School Captains: Enzo, Aleah, Ellysse, Alannah
Faith & Social Justice Leaders: Alexander, Raizel
Blue Sports Captain: Cooper
Red Sports Captain: Giselle
Gold Sports Captain: Poppy
Green Sports Captain: Thomas
Library Captain: Jessica
Congratulations to all students on their appointments. I look forward to seeing them shine in their leadership roles next year!
Sacraments – 2026
Sacraments – 2026
We are pleased to share the Sacrament dates for 2026:
Grade 4 Reconciliation:
Tuesday, 31 March at 10:00am
St Thomas More ChurchGrade 4 First Eucharist:
Sunday, 3 May at 2:00pm
St Thomas More ChurchGrade 6 Confirmation:
Friday, 11 September at 5:00pm
St Thomas More Church
Please add these important dates to your family calendar.
Accessing Your Child’s Report
Your child’s Semester Two Report will be available via Nforma on Friday afternoon, 12 December. If you require support with access, please contact Sonia Mazzei.
Accessing Your Child’s Report
Your child’s Semester Two Report will be available via Nforma on Friday afternoon, 12 December. If you require support with access, please contact Sonia Mazzei.
Step-Up Day
On Friday, 12 December, students will meet their 2025 teachers and classmates as part of Step-Up Day. Class placements have been carefully considered, taking into account students’ social, emotional, and academic needs. Please note that class lists are now finalised and changes cannot be made.
Step-Up Day
On Friday, 12 December, students will meet their 2025 teachers and classmates as part of Step-Up Day. Class placements have been carefully considered, taking into account students’ social, emotional, and academic needs. Please note that class lists are now finalised and changes cannot be made.
2025 Start Dates and Testing Days
The new school year will begin with two testing days on Thursday, 29 January, and Friday, 30 January, by appointment only. Booking links (as noted above) will open on Monday, 15 December at 10:00am.
2025 Start Dates and Testing Days
The new school year will begin with two testing days on Thursday, 29 January, and Friday, 30 January, by appointment only. Booking links (as noted above) will open on Monday, 15 December at 10:00am.
Classes will officially commence on Monday, 2 February.
Last Day of School
The final day of school, Tuesday, 16 December, will be a casual clothes day. We kindly ask for a donation to Hope in a Suitcase, a charity supported by one of our STM families. Donations can be made via CDF Pay.
Last Day of School
The final day of school, Tuesday, 16 December, will be a casual clothes day. We kindly ask for a donation to Hope in a Suitcase, a charity supported by one of our STM families. Donations can be made via CDF Pay.
Students will be dismissed at 12:00pm, and the canteen will be closed. We will finish the year with a special guard of honour for our Grade 6 students. Parents are warmly invited to join us on site for this event.
Thank You
As we approach the end of another successful school year, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your ongoing support throughout 2025. Your involvement and commitment continue to shape a vibrant and thriving school community.
Let us work together to ensure the remaining weeks of Term 4 are memorable for our students, filled with positive experiences and a strong sense of achievement.
Warm regards,
David Hurn
Principal
Transitioning from Operoo to Nforma
Transitioning from Operoo to Nforma
The Retirement of Operoo
Please be advised that, moving forward, the Operoo platform will become obsolete, effective from the start of the 2026 school year. You will no longer need to update any information via Operoo.
Nforma: Your New Administrative Hub
From 2026, we will be transitioning all permissions and medical information to Nforma. These new features will be visible when logging into the Nforma App. While we will continue to use email and SeeSaw for daily communication and sharing of classroom activities, Nforma will be your single point of access for:
Permission Forms: All future excursions, sporting events, and activities.
Medical Information: Updating and reviewing your child’s health and emergency contact details.
School Absentees: Reporting student absences.
Student Reporting: Accessing academic reports.
Information Setup: Information on how to access Nforma and add your child's data (medical, emergency contacts, etc.) will be shared with you in the coming weeks. This process will ensure a smooth start to the 2026 school year. The Nforma app will remain but you will soon have accesss to new features where you will complete permission forms, view neweletters and important notices.
Please keep a close eye on your email inbox for these detailed Nforma instructions. We appreciate your cooperation as we make this important shift to streamline our administrative processes. The PDF below is a reminder on how to access the Nforma Platform.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Warm regards.
nPortal Guide Reports using the App.pdfCommunity Engagement- STM
Community Engagement- STM
SECOND HAND UNIFORMS
Our second-hand uniforms are available for purchase throughout the year!
Every item is $5. You'll find a full list of what's currently available here.
To place an order, email Lisa: lsalemme@stmhadfield.catholic.edu.au with the items you would like to purchase
We also gratefully accept donations of any clean, good-condition uniforms that your children have outgrown.
OAK PARK JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB (Booklet (210 x 297 mm)).pdfAwards
Awards
Prep SA
Alana D - for showing excellent improvement in her number skills by counting and writing numbers in order to 100
Attie M - for excellent progress in learning letter sounds and writing CVC words ( consonant-vowel-consonant) all by himself
Prep BM
Bennardo F - for his hard work and determination in learning to form all letters of the alphabet! Well done!
Sienna H - for using brilliant vocabulary during whole-class discussions and in her writing! Keep it up!
1AM
Aurora L - her awesome reading skills and her love of literature! I love how you show so many critical reading skills!
Kerrie P - for her persistence in publishing her narrative. Kerrie, you tried and tried again until it was perfect! You should be so proud!
1CH
Peter R - for showing resilience during learning time. It has been fantastic to see you grow in confidence shine through!
Arlo F - for showing kindness and patience to your peers, even when you may find it difficult no matter what!
2RT
William S - for working hard throughout our fractions unit in Maths and confidently identifying halves, quarters and eighths of shapes and collections.
Evangelina D - for using conjunctions as well as correct punctuation and accurate spelling to write compound sentences about fairy tales and folktales we.
2CE
Luke F - for all your hard work in writing recently, especially with your improvement in handwriting. Well done!
Audrey C - for using conjunctions in your writing for compound sentnences and using commas to list. Well done!
2NP
Bianca M - for displaying resilience and being brave when facing minor challenges. Keep it up, Bianca!
Harry M - for using conjunctions and Tier 2 words when writing compound sentences about fairy tales and folktales. Well done, Harry!
3PB
Eleanor C - for your consistent effort and focus. Your Haiku poems were very impressive, original and clever. Keep it up!
Jaminah P - for your outstanding effort and progress in all areas of the curriculum. We love your positive and growth mindset.
3ST
Isla M - for always choosing to do the right thing and being a phenomenal role model to her peers. Well done, Isla!
Jacob G - for being a focused learner and consistently working hard. Well done and keep it up!
4NK
Christian D - for sharing thoughtful contributions during learning time and always showing initiative by offering help and kindness to others. Well done Christian!
Rebecca P - for always striving to do her best across all learning areas and for bringing a positive and warm attitude to our classroom each day. Amazing work, Rebecca!
4MC
Lily C - for your consistent efforts and dedication during learning time and for bringing a positive attitude to the classroom each day. You give everything 100%. Amazing work Lily!
Charlie L - for your thoughtful attention to word choice and creative use of descriptive language, while crafting both Haiku and Colour poems. Fantastic work!
4DP
Matilda E - for mastering the delicate art of writing Haiku poems. You have blown me away with your vivid imagery and perfect syllable count! Well done!
Sidney M - for expertly crafting stunning Diamante poems, flawlessly using contrasting ideas and precise word choice to shape your poems! Fantastic work!
5AG
Aleah M - for skillfully including foreboding, similes, triples and appositives in her narrative writing. Your writing was fantastic!
Jamie V - for consistently applying himself in all Maths sessions and working confidently to solve rounding problems.
5TS
Cooper L - taking on teacher feedback with a growth mindset and applying himself to all learning tasks. Well done!
Sara P - for making a huge, dedicated effort in writing and demonstrating great improvements every week. You are amazing!
6RB
Ava S - for your outstanding fluency during our whole class reading sessions. You read with fantastic expression and we love listening to you.
Adam M - for the commitment and dedication you have put into improving your handwriting. Your hard work is paying off and you should be so proud of yourself.
6TC
Sienna L - for showing a wonderful growth mindset and always approaching her learning with positivity and determination.
Joshua C - for demonstrating persistence and responsibility by starting tasks quickly and completing his work with a positive attitude.
6CC
Maya C - for the outstanding written response to our class novel "Being Jimmy Baxter". Your insight and maturity shone through your writing.
Xavier D - for consistently putting in effort with your work and contributing to class discussions. Keep up this amazing skill as you transition to high school!
Art
Rafael F - for his stunning cherry blossom creation, a design distinguished by its skillful incorporation of flowers, lines, and patterns.
Drama
Gracie H - for always striving to be a respectful role model and supporting classmates in need. Keep shining your light.
Music
Noah K - for demonstrating incredible bravery as he performed his original piece of music to the class. Well done Noah! Continue to shine like the star that you are!
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