As another Term draws to an end, we look back at all the wonderful events and activities that have been enjoyed, all the deep and meaningful teaching and learning that has taken place and all the gifts and talents each student brings to our community.
We have enjoyed the JAM Band. JAM stands for Just Add Music, and we all know when children and music unite there is a whirlwind of energy and excitement. From the feedback given, this is one event that is sure to come back to Catherine McAuley School.
We are excited to announce the safe arrival of Ms Crompton's baby. We are thrilled for the family and wish them all the joy in the world as they bond, care and nurture themselves and their little girl Sierra.
During Term 2, we have conducted our Small Mercies program. Over the last four Friday’s we have invited our Term 3 Reception intake to visit our school and become acquainted with staff and each other. They have enjoyed classroom activities and Recess. Small Mercies is also a time for our new Receptions to become familiar with the rules, routines and expectations of school. As we prepare for Term 3, we offer a warm welcome to all the new Reception students, and their families, to Catherine McAuley School. It’s an exciting time to be joining us and we are looking forward to getting to know you and working alongside you to ensure your child is happy and successful in their own right.
This Term, Week 10, all families will receive their child’s / ren’s Semester One school report. This is the first of two school reports issued each academic year. The report will inform you of your child's progress in an easy-to-understand manner. The report will include achievement and effort grades for all learning areas based around assessments and classroom tasks undertaken throughout Term 1 and 2. Please celebrate your child: they have worked hard and should be proud of their achievements thus far. In Term 3, all families have the opportunity to discuss the report with your child’s classroom teacher(s). However, if you feel there is something pressing you would like to address sooner, you are invited to make an arrangement to meet with your child’s teacher.
Students and staff have worked extremely hard this term. Student learning progress in literacy skills is very positive with Ms Philip reporting pleasing learning growth in Reading, Spelling and Writing. Students are also understanding more about operating from a growth mindset, their social and emotional well-being and the power of positive dispositions towards learning. Mrs Vandenberg has been working very hard with teachers and students to embed these positive learning messages into school life, every day.
As we head into the Term 2 school holidays, we would like to wish all CMS families a safe and restful break. See you when we return: Monday 24th July 2023.
Yours in Faith, Growth and Unity
The Leadership Team
Marc, Eleni, and Linda
It is with great delight that we announce that we have received funding from the Department Of Defence for a Defence School Mentor, (DSM) here at Catherine McAuley.
DSMs work to minimise the impact of mobility on education and build the capability of the school in supporting Defence students and their families.
Defence School Mentor’s
· Are a point of contact for Defence families and Defence students within our school.
· Assist Defence families on posting through new school contact.
· Support individual students during extended parental absence.
· Allow Defence students opportunities to build relationships with their peers.
Jacqui Langstreth, our Defence School Mentor, will be working Mondays and Wednesdays each week and will be based in the Campus Library.
If you are a defence family and have not yet had contact with Jacqui, please let us know via email: mailto:jlangsthreth@cms.catholic.edu.au
Playford SAPSASA District Selection
Netball
Congratulations to Maddison McKeown who was selected to represent the Playford SAPSASA District at the State Netball Championships last week. Maddison played multiple games in the 3-day carnival at Netball SA Stadium against other SAPSASA Districts. Well done, Maddison!
Cross-Country
Max Johnson represented the Playford SAPSASA District Cross-Country team at the State SAPSASA Cross-Country Championships held at Oakbank earlier this term. On a very cold morning in slippery conditions, Max was able to complete the 3km course achieving a personal best time. Well done, Max!!
Important Dates
Term 2 Concludes 12:30pm finish
Term 3 Begins
Book Week - Term 3, Week 5
Pupil Free Day -Term 3, Week 5
As part of our ongoing partnership with Credit Union SA in their School Community Rewards program, they provide information to share with our school community on products that may be of benefit to you and your family. If you would like to know how this program supports our school, please reach out to Eliza on 0499 772 966.
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