And so Semester 1 comes to a close. With the flurry of activity that fills our school days, time moves quickly. It’s a gentle reminder to savour each day’s experiences and to carry forward the small lessons they offer.  I hope that everyone involved with St Joseph's has managed to do this in the first six months of 2025.

In recent days, I’ve had the pleasure of reading every student’s report card. While the task has been lengthy, it has given me a great opportunity to review the growth and effort demonstrated by the students across the semester. I encourage families to take time with their child's report, to read teacher comments thoughtfully, and to celebrate the achievements—both big and small. Parent - Teacher Consultations will be held at the start of Term 3 and will enable a deeper discussion about your child.  We encourage you to meet with us and details about how to make an appointment will be sent home soon.

In recent weeks, we have held the annual St Vincent de Paul's Winter Appeal.  Thank you to everyone who has contributed so generously to our request for items that would be of benefit to families this winter.  This is just another way of living out our Mercy values in our daily actions.

Looking ahead to Term 3, there is plenty to keep us busy. We’ll host our annual Athletics Carnival, and our Year 5 and 6 students will head to Camp Cooby for their outdoor education program, which is always a much-anticipated highlight.  More details regarding this will be sent to parents in the first few weeks of Term 3. We also have an author visit planned and of course Book Week in Week 6.  

All that remains is to wish everyone - staff, students and families - a safe and rejuvenating holiday.  My thanks are extended to all who have supported the children this semester and I look forward to welcoming everyone back on 15 July to start the second semester of this anniversary year for St Joseph's School.

With God's blessings

Sarah Yates
Assistant Principal Primary & Teaching & Learning