Dear Parents/Carers,

This is the last school newsletter for the 2023 school year. Our school has seen significant growth and changes over a 12 month period. There are so many positive memories from this year and I can't thank the school community enough for making our school the place it is today. I look forward to addressing the school at the Presentation Day next week and reflecting on these positive aspects. 

Events

The many end of year events we hold are fast approaching. Please check dates and times carefully, to avoid missing out. 

Facilities

On Wednesday this week, I met with the CE Facilities and Architect team to discuss the ongoing development of our school master plan. This is not a quick process in any way. Once the master plan is completed, it can take years for the final product to be finished. I will continue to give you updates as the project evolves. 

Staffing

We still have a vacancy for an English/HSIE teacher. If you are aware of anyone, please let them know to contact me for more information. 

After an application and interview process, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Morton as our Student Wellbeing Officer for 2024-2027. Lisa will work two days per week, supporting our students across K-12. 

I am also pleased to announce the appointment of Meaghan King and Hayley McRae as Permanent/Part-Time Classroom Support Assistants starting next year. This was filled through an application and interview process as well. 

Belinda Maxwell will be finishing up in the canteen at the end of this year. I would like to thank Belinda for her work in the canteen and wish her all the best in her new endeavours. Therefore, we now have a vacancy as our School Canteen Manager. Follow this link for more information. Canteen Manager

Primary Classroom Teachers for 2024

Kindergarten- Bridgitt Eberle, Year 1- Bianca Matthews, Year 2- Georgia Hughes, Year 3- Kellye-Anne Coleman x3 days and TBC x2 days, Year 4- Donna Fogarty, Year 5- Kristie Winkley, Year 6- Sarah Overs. Today, students visited their 2024 teacher for some get-to-know-you activities. 

Uniform

Lowes have sent us two options for fleece tracksuit pants. Please see the link below. 1- Navy body with royal blue and red piping down the side. 2- Navy body with red piping down the side. Both options have a zipper pocket on them. 

St Anne's Temora Trackpants Options

The Resilience Project (TRP)

Next year, we will launch into TRP in K-12. Primary students will complete an hour per week on a Monday and Secondary will split the hour into 2x 30 minute sessions on a Tuesday and Wednesday. More information will be sent home to you at the beginning of next year. We have a number of staff members that have joined the TRP team, to assist me with implementing and embedding the project in our school. 

Representatives

Secondary- Kristy Wallace

Primary- Donna Fogarty

Staff- Nicole Miller

Admin staff and CSAs- Louise Gaynor

Community (parents/carers)- Lisa Morton

A big thank you to our staff for another productive year. The student's results this year are a credit to the dedication and effort that our staff place on education at St Anne's. 

I wish you all a safe, happy and Holy Christmas.

Take care,

Grant Haigh

Principal