Dear Families

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,

Welcome back to St. Vincent's for Term 2! It was lovely seeing everyone return refreshed after the break and the long weekend.

We began the term with a special prayer service on our first day back to honour the memory of Pope Francis. It was a time for our school community to come together in reflection and prayer.  We pray as a global faith community for the success of the upcoming Conclave as our church leaders appoint our new Pope.

This past long weekend, our nation paused to commemorate ANZAC Day. We remember and honour the incredible courage and sacrifice of the Australian and New Zealand servicemen and women who have served in conflicts past and present. We will continue to explore the significance of ANZAC Day in our classrooms this term, helping our students understand its importance in shaping our national identity.

Looking ahead, the upcoming Federal Election is also an important event for our country. We encourage families to discuss the democratic process and the significance of voting. While St. Vincent's remains non-partisan, we believe it's a valuable opportunity to educate our students about their roles and responsibilities as future citizens of Australia.  For families interested in learning more about the education policies of the various political parties, we encourage you to explore the resources available on the National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC) website. This platform provides valuable information regarding the perspectives of different parties on key aspects of education, which may assist you in making informed decisions.

Term 2 is full of exciting learning experiences and school events. We are looking forward to a productive and engaging term in partnership with you. Please don't hesitate to reach out to the school if you have any questions or if we can be of any assistance.

Wishing our students, families and staff a wonderful term ahead.

Dave