Principal's Message

Dear Holy Cross Parents, Students and Staff,
As we come to the end of Term 3 I take this opportunity to reflect on the many amazing
experiences that this Term has brought.
An incredible amount of learning has occurred this term across all Year levels. This was
evidenced in the effort and pride that the students demonstrated at their recent Student-led
Conferences. A number of excursions and incursions have also been experienced throughout
the school. I am very proud of the hard work and dedication of all staff at Holy Cross Catholic
Primary School to provide rigorous and thought-provoking learning opportunities for all of our
students.
The LIFE group, Parents and Friends group and our Parish Board have worked hard this term
to plan and co-ordinate work in support of our school community. I thank them for their
dedication.
My sincere congratulations to the staff and students in the Year 6 level. It was a privilege to
work with you and support the planning for and celebration of the sacrament of Confirmation
earlier this term. The learning and guidance provided by Amanda Thomas and Luke Wenczel
at this time was acknowledged and positively fed back to me at both ceremonies.
I would also like to commend the staff and students in Year 4 for preparing so well for the
sacrament of First Eucharist. It was an absolute pleasure to work with Brian Coughlan, Sam
Ganesh and Tracey McKenna as they supported their students in this important stage of their
faith journey.
Our students have had a number of opportunities this term to engage in extra sporting
competitions. Thanks to the dedication of staff and parents for providing time outside their
regular programs to coach, supervise and support teams competing in Athletics, Basketball,
Softball and Tennis.
The Trivia Night and Father’s Day Breakfast were two of our very successful school functions
in Term 3 which brought together many members of our school community. Thanks to the
organisers and supporters of these events.
Term 4 brings with it a great deal of excitement as we look towards many opportunities of
learning for our students. Our Camp program which includes, Preps In Pyjamas, Year 1
Activity Night, Year 2 Sleepover, Year 3/4 Camp and Year 5/6 Camp will be fantastic learning
opportunities for all students.
Please make note of the calendar of events included in this Newsletter and pop any upcoming
events into your diaries so that you don’t miss out.
I wish you all a very safe two weeks of rest and reconnect with your families and I leave you
with this prayer;
Kind regards,
Anne-Marie Conte
Acting Principal
Thank you Lord for the unlimited blessings of this term.
For the experiences of success, challenge and error from which we have
learnt.
Keep us safe in your care during this break and
help us to appreciate the time we spend with our families and friends.
May we have fun and rest well so we can return refreshed and ready for
everything that Term 4 brings.
We thank you for our students, teachers, parents and a community that
cares for us.
Amen