Junior Journeys

A Holy Easter

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Our R-5 students will participate in a liturgy in preparation for Holy Thursday and Good Friday on the last day of term. Deacon Andrew will guide the children to reflect on how Jesus showed us a different way of being, to be servants to one another and to treat each other with respect and love.

We are called to live out Jesus’ story, and I know that together, as parents and educators, we uphold our Mercy traditions as significant role models in the lives of our children.

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Caritas Day

Students across the College enthusiastically embrace Caritas Day, knowing that the money raised will make a positive difference to others who are less fortunate than themselves. Another highlight is seeing the Year 12 students looking after their Reception to Year 2 buddy during the extended lunch period, helping them with purchases and engaging in play opportunities, proving a lovely way to further develop relationships.
I would like to especially thank families for supporting us with donations of food, items for stalls and your precious time.

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Staff News

On behalf of the community, I would like to sincerely thank Mr Jack Carter for his work with us. I know that the children have benefited from his enthusiasm and for the professional way he has approached the teaching of the PE curriculum. Jack’s assistance with the organisational aspects for our swimming lessons and carnivals has been greatly appreciated. We look forward to Jack returning next term as a temporary relief teacher. 

I congratulate Mr Simon Munn on his role as the Digital Technologies Key Teacher this term. He has continued Ms Melissa Buske’s work with passion, and his work with staff to successfully implement Seesaw is to be commended. Simon will return to his PE commitments next term as we welcome back Melissa from Long Service Leave.

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Junior School Communiqué

Please look out for a copy of the first issue of our Junior School Communiqué entitled International Mindedness. Staff have enjoyed highlighting some of the learning and opportunities related to this theme during this term. 

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Friendship Bench

Our Junior School children are excited and enjoying our new Friendship Bench.

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End of Term

I have noticed the children have really tired as the term has progressed, with many being unwell. While I know the difficulties with work commitments, I ask that if your child is really unwell to make alternative arrangements so as not to pass on lingering colds and viruses. A number of staff have been unwell and thus, with the impending holidays, I hope that staff and students alike will rest and recover ready for Term 2.

Many students enjoyed the Year 4-7 Athletics yesterday. I will provide a brief summary in next term’s Mercy Vine. I look forward to seeing our children looking resplendent in their Winter uniforms next term. The staff in the College Shop will be very happy to assist you if you require any new items.

Please note Reception students will remain in their PE uniform throughout the entire year and continue to do so until the end of Year 2. The replenishment of College PE socks is recommended to ensure students are wearing the correct uniform.

I would like to wish everyone a holy Easter and a happy and safe holiday with your beautiful children.

Julie Hann
Assistant Principal
Head of Junior School