T2 W10 Newsletter 2025

From The Principal

The school holidays are an important part of the term; a time when the pace of life can slow down just enough for students to rest, recharge, and reflect on all they’ve accomplished.  This break will offer more than just a pause from academic routines, it’s also a chance to rediscover curiosity, rekindle joy, and experience learning beyond the classroom walls.

For families, school holidays can open the door to connection; whether through travel, shared meals, outdoor adventures, or simply spending uninterrupted time together at home, these moments become lasting memories and help strengthen the bonds that matter most.  The smallest of experiences, a heartfelt conversation, a walk in the park, or an impromptu family game night or ice cream adventures can leave the greatest imprint.

As we move into this break, we encourage families to continue nurturing the values we hold at the heart of our school community, compassion, respect, responsibility, and kindness.  These qualities, when lived and modelled at home, help shape not only a child's character but also the way they connect with the world around them.  Holidays are the perfect time to put these values into action in meaningful, everyday ways through the spirit of generosity toward others, empathy in relationships, or responsibility shown in small tasks and choices.

We look forward to hearing the many stories that will unfold during the break, whether grand adventures or quiet discoveries.  Each experience adds another layer to your child’s journey, and we can’t wait to welcome them back, ready to share all they’ve learned and loved during their time away.

The staff of St Anne’s Catholic Primary School wish you a safe and restorative time together over the next two weeks.

School resumes Monday 14 July 2025.

Loving God,
Watch over us all during this holiday break.
Keep us safe in our travels, peaceful in our homes,
and joyful in our time together.
May kindness guide our actions,
gratitude fill our hearts,
and Your presence bless each moment we share.
Bring us all back renewed and ready,
carrying the love and lessons we gather along the journey of life.
Amen.

Principal's Messages

FAREWELL & GOOD LUCK FOR THE FUTURE  |   At the end of this week we bid farewell to students Seth & Zoe W & Max M, along with their families. We wish you all the best on your new adventures and are very grateful for al the work and support these students and their families have contributed to our St Anne's community over the years. 

MACKAY SHOW  |  Special thanks to Mrs Fitz who curated the items needed for a show display at the recent Mackay Show. She gave her own time to set the display up and then dismantled it; thank you Mrs Fitz we appreciate what you have done for us.

We took our first prize in this section at the show!

Prep Enrolments Now Being Taken For 2026

PREP 2026  |  Do you have a Prep student beginning in 2026?

We are now taking enrolments via the online system.  We encourage both existing and new families who have a child starting Prep in 2026 to lodge their enrolment application as soon as possible.  Applications are to be made via our online enrolment application available on our website via this link: https://www.sasrok.catholic.edu.au/   

Please contact the school office for further information or if any assistance is required.

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES AND GOALS FOR 2025

St Anne's Centenary Week 2025

Student Protection News

Across The Curriculum

READER’S CUP

On Thursday, June 12th, five enthusiastic students from St. Anne's joined 14 other regional schools for the annual Reader's Cup competition. This exciting event, organised by the Queensland Branch of The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA), is a fantastic reading competition for avid Year 5 and 6 readers.

Our students participated in the five round book trivia-style competition with spirit and determination. They showed incredible teamwork and literary knowledge, and won the third round! Beyond the competition, it was wonderful to see our students collaborating, laughing, and joking together throughout the morning.

St. Anne's secured 10th place out of 15 teams. This is a fantastic achievement as it was our first year participating in this competition. Congratulations to our dedicated readers: Chris B, Taylah R, Khloe S, Peyton W and Seth W  on their impressive efforts and for representing St. Anne's so well. We are so proud of you all!!

An article below by Khloe S.

Readers Cup was a really fun experience. There were 15 schools competing, including us. St. Anne’s won the 3rd round, and we all got to choose a book from the prize from the table. I loved how we all worked as a team and shared the paper around. It was a really nice friendly competition!!!!!

Go St. Anne’s!!!!! 

REPORT CARDS

At the end of the semester, report cards will be uploaded to the Orbit App/Parent Lounge.

When you receive your child's Semester One report card, we encourage you to take the time to read the teacher's comments together and discuss them. This is a wonderful opportunity to praise your child for their effort and achievements throughout the semester, and to celebrate their successes so far. If you have any questions about the report card, please don't hesitate to contact your child’s classroom teacher.

Please find below an extract from the Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton reporting guidelines. 

‘The fundamental purpose of formally reporting to parents and carers on student achievement is to improve student learning. Such improvement is fostered by partnering with parents and carers to provide accurate, timely feedback on student learning progress and holistic development, ensuring shared knowledge and understanding of each child’s learning journey.

Across Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton (CEDR), feedback is provided daily to students through teacher comments, peer collaboration and self-evaluation to support learning gain. Learning progress is also identified, celebrated, and communicated to parents and carers throughout the school year in a variety of ways. In addition, formal reports are written each semester to provide a professional, on-balance, evidence-based judgement about student progress and achievement against clearly articulated standards. Reports are based on information that has been gathered across a period of time.’ (Catholic Education - Reporting to parents and carers on student achievement in Prep - Year 6 Guidelines)

WHITSUNDAY VOICES

On Thursday the 17^th of July, Years 3 to 6 will be attending Whitsunday Voices at Whitsunday Anglican School, Mackay.

The Whitsunday Voices Youth Literature Festival provides a unique opportunity for students and educators in and around Mackay, to meet and learn from some of Australia’s most acclaimed children and young adult authors, presenters and performers. Please click on this link for more information about Whitsunday Voices: https://www.whitsundayvoices.com.au/

Years 3 and 4 students will enjoy presentations from Mark Carthew and Trevor Fourmile. Meanwhile, Kate & Jol Temple and R.A. Spratt will present to Years 5 and 6. Click this link if you would like more information about these presenters: https://www.whitsundayvoices.com.au/presenters. It will be a wonderful day of learning as these engaging presentations align well with the English Curriculum.

Religious Life of the School

From the Assistant Principal: Religious Education

Ms Georgia Moloney

PYJAMA DAY!

Get ready to stay cosy while making a difference! On Thursday, 26th June, our school is hosting Pyjama Day – a fun and comfortable way to raise money for Caritas Australia.

Wear your favourite pyjamas to school and join us in supporting this incredible organisation, which helps communities in need across Australia and beyond. By taking part, you’ll be contributing to vital programs that improve lives through education, healthcare, and disaster relief.

A gold coin donation is required for participation, and every contribution will go towards Caritas Australia’s mission to create a fairer, more compassionate world.

A friendly reminder: please ensure your pyjamas are sensible for school. While we’re embracing comfort, school shoes must still be worn. No slippers, please!

Let’s come together in our comfiest attire to celebrate the second last day of term 2 and show the power of kindness. Thank you for your support!

Catholic Education Week

Save the date Thursday 31st July

Join us for Mass. Grandparents and Special Friends plus Under 8's Day!!

More information to follow so keep an eye on the St Anne's Facebook page and emails to find out more!!

It is bound to be a wonderful day showcasing our school.

Finance News

School Fees  | Term 2 fees are now overdue. If you do not already have a payment plan in place and have not paid in full please contact our Finance Office, Sandra Adams, to discuss options.  

Important Information regarding how School fee payments show on the Parent Orbit App  |  With the introduction of the new Parent Orbit App, parents are now able to easily see where they are up to with their school fee payments. However, an important thing to note is that any payments that have been made in the past 2 weeks may not show in the App, as they need to be processed to your account after the payment is received and this is done in bulk every week or two. If it is longer than 2 weeks since you have made a payment and it is still not showing on the Orbit App, please contact the Finance Officer, Sandra Adams, for it to be looked into. Sorry for any confusion this has caused.  

Sports News

We would like to congratulate the following St Anne's sporting superstars on their achievements as age champions from our recent carnival. Congratulations to Grace H, Lincoln F, Max M, Katelyn B, Bronson L, Payton H, Bella R and Thomas B. 

These athletes shone throughout a day of competition, participating in numerous events such as 100m, 200m, 800m, shot put, discus and high and long jump. Congratulations again to these sporting stars!

SARINA DISTRICT ATHLETICS

Last Friday, over twenty-five students from years 4-6 represented St Anne's as part of our athletics team. Congratulations to all students who took part in this competition, you shone and represented St Anne's with pride.

A special congratulations to Bella R, Naveah W, Katelyn B, Bronson L, Rylan B, Preston H, Max M & Hadley W on your qualifying selection in the Sarina District Team. These students will attend Mackay District Trials in July. 

SWAP IT

SWAP IT  |  Try something new this week for your children.  For more everyday lunchbox ideas, visit: www.swapit.net.au/ideas

Student Leadership

Leadership is a quality that all students of St Anne's Catholic Primary School are encouraged and supported to develop.  These experiences ensure that students perceive themselves as leaders and have the opportunity and confidence to take on leadership roles and find their voice.

Newsletter Report Week 9 By  Ben |   There has been a bit of rubbish on the ground. Please pick it up and keep our school grounds clean and safe. Also I see people haven’t been putting their hand up when the bell goes. Remember to put your hand up so we don’t lose playtime.

Congratulations those that competed in the high jump this week, thanks to Mrs Gibson for setting it up and the teacher aides that helped do the measuring. 

Also congratulation to Khloe, Chris, Payton, Taylah and Seth who competed in the Reader’s Cup at St Mary’s School. We all hope you enjoyed yourselves.

Mercy Awards

Congratulations To Our Mercy Award Recipients Week 8  |  Prep B, Jaxon D, Gracie D, Lucas L, Ameliyah G, Taj K, Benson P, Chet R, Sonny T, Chad K, Hannah c, Tyler F, Charlotte D, Katelyn B, Darci K, Khloe S, Zan'eisha M, Scarlett J, Grace M, Phoebe W, Jemma M

Congratulations To Our Mercy Award Recipients Week 9 |  Lucien S, Liv S, Billie H, Tye R, Maia A, Huckson K, Dakota A, Matilda G, Xander A, Brayden G, Amelia T, Axel C, Cohen D, Jorja G, Amelia S, Axl J

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