Dear Families,

Last Tuesday we had the school athletics carnival. Although I was in Roma and not present at the carnival, I heard of the great Lourdes spirit that was evident on the day. Students showed courage and persistence, whether they were striving for their best or trying their hardest at an event they found difficult. They demonstrated teamwork, as children worked in their early years groups to complete in relays. The students also demonstrated tremendous house spirit! And finally, so many students strived for sporting excellence, running faster, jumping higher and throwing further! Well done to all involved with this great carnival. Thank you also to the families and grandparents who came along to support on the day. I have no doubt your children appreciated this.

Staffing

On May 28, Mrs Demi Lawry gave birth to a daughter Hattie Rose Lawry. Hattie was born sleeping and is now in God’s care. I ask that you please keep Mrs Lawry and her family in your prayers at this time. We are grateful for Mr Garry Birch and Mrs Michelle Newman, who will be teaching 3L while Mrs Lawry takes some leave. An email was sent to the 3L families last week. Welcome Garry and Michelle!

Assistant Principal Review – Ms Miranda Murray

This year is the fifth year Ms Murray has held the role of Assistant Principal at Our Lady of Lourdes. In Week 2 of Term 3, an Assistant Principal summative performance appraisal in line with Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS), focused on professional recognition and development, will occur. Ms Murray has invited staff and some members of our community to complete a survey, to support this review.

Being on Time

With the cooler weather well and truly with us, there is an increased amount of students who are arriving late to school. The start of the school day is incredibly important and the time where students are set up for the school day. It is a time to connect with their teacher, class mates and prepare for a day of learning. Please ensure your child/ren are at school, ready for an 8.30 am start.

School Fees

As we head into the end of term 3, this is a friendly reminder to check you are up to date with your school fee invoices or on track with your regular payments. Please contact the office if you would like to discuss your fees or set up a regular plan. Thank you so much to the families who are keeping their fee payments regular and honouring their financial commitment to the school.

Bridget

Ms Bridget Trenerry
Principal

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