A Great Start to 2020

Thank you for such a wonderful start to 2020. While there have been, of course, a few nerves around the place, there has been an incredible shared joy amongst the whole community. In the lead up to the first day back, I talked to so many staff who were just keen to have the students back and get the year going.

I wanted to also thank you for having your children looking so great in their uniforms. They are wearing them with pride and this reflects their love of the school.

When talking to the students on the first day back, Dr Pretorious and I encouraged them to aim to adopt an attitude of appreciation throughout this year. By intentionally recognising the positives that are happening around us, we can help to build up others as we thank them for their contributions to the community. The phrase “If you think it, thank it” is something that I learned from a friend, and is a wonderful reminder to take the time to let people know that you appreciate what they do. I really look forward to building that idea with our community as the year progresses.

I pray that the rest of 2020 can be a year filled with thankfulness, as we truly blessed to have such a wonderful school.

Kind regards,

Mr Jarrod Heglund

Parent Representatives

Dear Parents

Thank you for your attendance at our class information sessions last week. It was a joy to see you, and hear from all our classroom teachers.

As indicated at the meetings our classroom teachers would appreciate the support of a Class Representative in organising social events and get togethers for families. The Class Rep also welcomes new families and offers guidance and support to new members to our community. Class Reps meet once a term with leadership and can also serve on the Social Coordinators’ committee led by Julie Wookie, regarding whole school events. A copy of the Class Representative guidelines and information was sent out on the Primary Blog last Monday. Please let your classroom teacher know if you are available to be their Class Rep.

With thanks!

Darnelle, Jarrod and Hannah.

Biblical Studies Coffee Morning 

Have you ever wondered why we teach Biblical Studies here at St Stephen’s School? Further to that, how do we teach the Bible to our students? What resources do we use? What format do lessons have?

If you’ve got any questions about Biblical Studies and how it is taught, you are invited to a morning tea held in the Village Green in the primary school on Wednesday 26 February between 8.30am – 9.30am. Mr Steven will be giving an overview of what is being taught throughout the school in this area as well as answering any questions about the program. Please join us!

Duncraig Junior Chess Club

Register at:  http://totalchess.com.au/clubs/duncraig-junior-chess-club/

More information: info@totalchess.com.au or 0432 935 088