Acting APA News
Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome to the final newsletter for 2022 after what has been a very hectic few weeks. It feels like this term has just flashed by and no doubt the coming weeks will as well and Christmas wlll be here before we know it.
As I mentioned in our last newsletter, there have been several transitional type activities and events in the calendar, designed to assist students (new and old), parents and staff be best prepared for what lies ahead in 2023, be it beginning in Prep, starting high school or moving onto a new teacher and class here at SSPS.
On Tuesday this week, I enjoyed meeting with some of our current Prep families to show them through the lovely Year One classrooms and discuss changes they will find as their child moves from Prep to Year One...a formal uniform (including the broad-brimmed hat) for a start!
Wednesday was our Whole School Transition Day, Thursday our Whole School Awards Assembly and today our Year 6 Graduation. A very hectic week, with lots of disruptions to routines so do not be surprised if your child/ren is quite tired and out of sorts. Some of us adults are too!!
Academic Excellence Awards
After the Report Cards were finalised, those students who achieved As, Bs and no more than 1 xC across all learning areas were presented with a Certificate of Academic Excellence. Photos of the recipients are below.
Encouragement Awards
At Assembly yesterday, one student from each class who had shown consistent determination with their learning was presented with an Academic Encouragement Award. See photo here...
Cornerstone Value Awards - Term 4
Academic Excellence Medal 2022
Abigail Allan achieved straight As on her repord card, across all learning areas and so was eligible for the Academic Excellence Medal, the sole recipient for 2022. Congratulations Abigail, an amazing achievement and testament to not only your ability, but also the learner qualities that you consistently display.
Cultural Awards 2022
Our Speech and Drama teacher, Anita McVeigh presented awards to Riley Woods and Claire Wilson in recognition of their commitment to the cultural life of SSPS and also their achievements in Speech, Drama, Music and Dance at both school and the wider community. Congratulations Riley and Claire.
As I sign off for 2022, I take this opportunity to thank you the parents and families for your support, not only of the school but also of me personally. 2022 has been a big year of significant changes for me professionally and as I said at our Mass, while I deem it an honour and a privilege to have been the APRE at St Saviour's for over 10 years, I am ready for the next step and know that St Saviour's is in good hands with Ann-Maree Ward taking on the APRE role. The Leadership Team at SSPS, along with the Admin Team is an amazingly talented, committed, hardworking, collaborative group of people who really do "lead from the front".
2023 will see me juggling between a leadership role as Acting APA and life in the Year 3 classroom, alongside a longterm colleague, Melinda Harkins. While I haven't had "my own" class for a while, Melinda seems to be thoroughly enjoying the task of setting up and getting 3S ready for 2023 so I am confident that we will hit the ground running and get off to a flying start. I am looking forward to "life in the classroom" and am already at an advantage as I know the students, their familes and they know me.
Again, thanks parents and carers for all you do. While I did consider a change of school, why would I do that when I love the community that I am a part of. I hope you and your family have a wonderful, restful, joyfilled holiday and Chrismas break, and I look forward to coming together again in the new year, refreshed and ready for new adventures.
Regards and best wishes
Judy