Term 4 Week 9
Dear Families and Friends of St Gabriel's,
We Give Thanks for Our Community
As we approach the end of this school year, we take this opportunity to reflect on the many blessings and achievements we have shared as a community. The active involvement of our school Community Group, the leadership of our School Board, our close relationship with the Parish, the dedication of our staff, the support of families, and all of the ways our students have grown throughout this year of learning.
This last fortnight has been filled with joyous celebrations:
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On Saturday 30 November we enjoyed a parish Christmas celebration where our talented Year Fours performed as did our musical staff, Michael Macnamara, Steph Thom, Chelsea Wymond and Will Holmes.
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Last Friday we celebrated our first Academic Assembly. Congratulations to all students who have achieved great successes this year and thank you to Mr Burness for his great organisation.
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Our very successful Playgroup organised by Helen Voiklis, celebrated their end of year party complete with party food, an incursion from Hahndorf Farm Barn, and Santa.
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On Friday evening, we enjoyed our Community Carols evening. This was a true celebration of the strength and unity we share, and a wonderful expression of the joy of the Christmas season. It was delightful to see all children from Gabby's Angels to Year 6 take the stage and lead our community in celebrating the joy of Christmas.
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Today's end of year Mass was a beautiful occasion, where we gathered to give thanks for the year that has been and to bless and thank our Graduating Year 6 students and farewell those staff who are leaving.
On behalf of our school staff, we thank all families for your support throughout this year. We value your involvement. Your support and encouragement have been integral to the success and growth of every child in our school. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and blessed Christmas, and a happy and safe New Year. May this holiday season be filled with love, peace, laughter and cherished memories.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back for the 2025 school year on Tuesday 28 January, 2025.
A Christmas Blessing
May the joy of this Christmas season fill our hearts with gratitude and peace.
May the light of hope guide our paths.
May the spirit of kindness and generosity inspire us to uplift those around us.
As we celebrate the gift of Christmas, may we also cherish the gift of community, standing together in unity, compassion and faith.
May this season bring blessings of joy, and peace to each member of our school family.
Amen
Masses Schedule 2024
Christmas Eve—Tuesday, 24th December
9.00am St Brigid Mass
6.00pm St Brigid Christmas Vigil Mass
7.00pm Good Shepherd Family Mass (Children take part in the Nativity Play)
Christmas Day—Saturday, 25th December
9.00am St. Brigid Christmas Day Mass
10.30am Good Shepherd Christmas Day Mass
Last day of Vacation care for 2025 is 18 December Thursday.
Click the link below to read the OSHC newsletter:
Find out more about OSHC weekly themes & menu:
Read more about the December/January Vacation Care Program
To find out more about the School Fees and School Card, click the link below:
School Fees & School Card 2024
Fee Remission for 2025
Parents/caregivers experiencing financial difficulties are encouraged to apply for fee remission ASAP. Please email accounts@sgs.catholic.edu.au for a fee remission form or collect from the School Office if you wish to apply.
We assure parents/caregivers that all details provided will be kept strictly confidential.
If you are having difficulty with meeting your fee obligations or have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Alison Boyce (Bursar) or Gemma D'Angelo (Principal) on 8216 9900.
Thank you,
Alison Boyce
accounts@sgs.catholic.edu.au
Direct Ph: 8216 9902
For more general information, click the link below:
To view the 2024 uniform price list & policy and the 2024 lunch order menu, click the gallery below:
Important Dates
Term 1 Start Date
Term 1 End Date
Term 2 Start Date
Term 2 End Date
Term 3 Start Date
Term 3 End Date
Term 4 Start Date
Term 4 End Date
Last Day of Vacation Care
School Calendar
Helpful Contacts/Links for families
QKR App – resolved with Android phones
The Android Phone issue has now been resolved, parents/users can now download the App from the Google Play Store.
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