God so loved the world that he gave his only Son
for the sake of me
and you
and other sinners too.
God so loved the world.
Blest are you Lord Jesus, our Saviour and Redeemer.

Amen

 

As we recalled Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem, we now enter into the story of the passion, where we are challenged to do our part to ensure that God’s people are empowered to share in that new life, not only spiritually, but physically as well. We give with compassion and mercy. Easter is a message of hope as we are a ‘Hope’ filled Easter people.

Every Easter I remember the words of Michael Leunig. They are so challenging and so profound. I hope they have a similar impact on you.

“That which is Christ-like within us shall be crucified. It shall suffer and be broken. And that which is Christ-like within us shall rise up. It shall love and create.”

 

Dear Parents, Caregivers and Community Members,

 

What a wonderful but challenging term this has been! The atmosphere around the school has been very positive. It has been tremendous to see staff, students and parents working collaboratively in many of the school activities. Well done to all our children who have strived to do the best they can in all areas of their development. I thank all children and staff for their hard work and commitment to learning and look forward to continuing the journey next term.

 

I wish to congratulate the Year 6 students for presenting the dramatic play about Jesus’ last week on earth. All the children preformed amazingly, bravo! Thank you to Mrs Carroll for coordinating the music, the children playing an instrument and the choir did an outstanding performance. Thank you, Mr Geaney for helping with the play. The Easter Play gave many children an opportunity to experience drama, music and theatre.

 

Thank you to all parents who attended the Parent/Teacher Interviews yesterday. I do hope the feedback was effective with something positive, a discussion about expectations, and then where to next for your child’s learning moving forward.

 

I wish to take this opportunity to thank my staff for their outstanding work and commitment to our CtK family, and parents for their continual support of our school. We are all ready for a rest and a holiday, and I pray that when the holidays arrive the two-week break will be a happy, peaceful time for everyone.

 

Thank you to the P&F and School Advisory Council for their hard work once again and for their commitment to our school’s vision, being a school that is strong in faith, learning and community. This was clearly evident by the overwhelming attendance at Evening on the Green.

 

 A reminder to all parents that Term 2 commences Monday, 28 April for staff and students.

 

Winter Uniform

A reminder to all parents that next term all students are required to be in winter uniform. To assist parents and students in this transition, a two-week change-over period will be permitted.

 

As a school we will be commemorating ANZAC Day on Friday, 2 May, at 9:00am in the Quad. All are welcome to join us for this special event.

 

End of Term Prayer

As we end this term, we consider how we might have changed, grown and

become more like Jesus during this time.

Jesus said, ‘Everyone will know you are my friends if you love one another.’

Let us show our love by making peace and trying to make things better.

Let us show our love by caring about the happiness of others and by thanking them for their goodness to us.

Let us love one another as we share our meals and laugh and celebrate together.

Help us, Lord, to love one another as Jesus has loved us.

Amen.

 

 

There are ‘great things’ happening in our school due to the efforts of so many people; thank you to everyone in our community who has helped live out this vision through their actions this term.

 

Easter, in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, presents as a symbol of renewed hope as we are a ‘Hope’ filled Easter people. This opportunity for rest and recuperation, alongside our loved ones, will hopefully serve as a timely reminder for us to reflect on this Easter message with gratitude.

Andrew Kelly
Principal

 

Message from Seton Catholic College Regarding Year 7 Enrolments

 

Seton continues to experience strong demand for enrolments. Our Year 7 intakes for 2026 and 2027 are already at full capacity, and we are no longer accepting enrolments for these years.

Enrolments at Seton are processed when students are in Year 4, and an Expression of Interest must be submitted by the end of Semester 1 in Year 4 to avoid missing out. We are already very close to capacity for Year 7, 2028.

Our Term 2 College Tour is also nearing full capacity. Families who are interested in exploring Seton are encouraged to register via the College website. Additional tours will be available in Terms 3 and 4.

 

Federal Election School Funding Explained

Dear Parents and Caregivers

The next Federal Election will be held on Saturday 3 May and it is important to consider how your vote will impact your child’s education. The National Catholic Education Commission has prepared a number of resources for parents to consider ahead of the election including a two-page parent Priorities document. You can find out more information about their priorities by visiting the school funding explainer webpage and dispelling the myths page.