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A message from the Assistant Principal
Important Compass Information
As we continue the transition to Compass as our primary method of communication, please ensure you have access to the Compass Parent Portal. We suggest downloading the Compass App on your phone and activating notifications so you do not miss any alerts. If you are unable to login to Compass, please contact the Front Office or myself and we will be able to assist you.
From last week, we began distributing the Newsletter via Compass as well as via Schoolzine. From the beginning of Term 2, it will only be distributed via Compass.
We have also started a Compass Corner section in the Newsletter (see below) which will contain weekly tips on using Compass.
Please reach out if you have any questions. amy.doszpot@cg.catholic.edu.au
Unwell Students (Cough, runny nose, fever,vomiting etc.) If your child is unwell please keep them at home. If your child has vomitted the night before, please keep them at home, even if you think they are okay. The NSW Health guidelines suggest that students who have vomitted should be kept at home for 48 hours to help prevent the spread of illness through the school. Please see the guideline from NSW Health regarding vomiting. https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Factsheets/viral-gastroenteritis.pdf
| Date | Event | Start Time | Location |
| 16 March | Campdraft Canteen | 7 am - 4 pm | Showground |
| 16 March | School Fees due | ||
| 18 March | Trinity Goulburn Open Day Tours | 9:30 or 3:45 | Trinity Goulburn |
| 19 March | Trinity Goulburn Open Day Tours | 9:30 or 3:45 | Trinity Goulburn |
| 19-21 March | NAPLAN Years 3 & 5 | 9 am | Classrooms |
| 22 March | Working Bee | 2:30-5:30pm | School |
| 26 March | Free eSafety Parent Webinar | 7:30-8:00pm | online |
| 26 March | Rotary Public Speaking | 5:30 pm | Bungendore |
| 27 March | Yr 7 - 2025 - Information Evening | 4 - 5 pm | Trinity Great Hall |
| Yr 7 - 2025 - Information Evening | 5:30 - 6:30 | Trinity Great Hall | |
| 28 March | Easter Hat Parade | 11:30 am | main Street |
| 29 March | Good Friday | ||
| 1 April | Easter Monday | ||
| 3 April | Try it at Trinity Day- Yr 6 only | 10am - 2pm | Trinity Goulburn |
| 5 April | Cross Country Carnival | TBA | Rec Ground |
| 12 April | End of Term 1 | ||
| 25 April | ANZAC Day | TBA | |
| 1 May | Start of Term 2 for Students | ||
| 3 May | NR Cross Country | Braidwood Showground | |
| 24 May | Athletics Carnival | TBA | Rec Ground |
| Date | Liturgy | Year presenting |
| 25 March | Palm Sunday | Year 2 |
| 26 March | The washing of the feet | Year 1 |
| 27 March | Last Supper | Year 3 |
| 28 March | The Garden of Gethsemane | Year 4 |
| Stations of the Cross | Year 5/6 | |
| 2 April - 11:30 am | Resurrection Liturgy | Kinder |
St Bede’s will be hosting the Northern Regions Cross Country Carnival on Friday 3 May (week 1) at the Braidwood Showground. We will be requiring volunteers to assist with marshalling for events and for the canteen. If you can assist as an official, please contact Katie Tooth and if you are able to assist with the canteen, please contact Kristi Morrison.
- Term 1 1 February until – Friday 12 April (Note that Good Friday is the 29 March and Easter Monday 1 April)
- Term 2 – Wednesday 1 May – Friday 5 July
- Term 3 – Wednesday 24 July – Friday 27 September
- Term 4 – Tuesday 15 October – Wednesday 18 December *TBC
Please note that these dates maybe subject to change - please check the newsletter and facebook closer to the date for current information.
St Bede's is a Nut Free school
St Bede's is a nut free school - This mean that students should not bring anything containing nuts to school, this includes Nutella, Peanut Butter and any other nut butters as we have several students who are highly allergic to these items.
The sharing of any food, lollies or confectionery is not encouraged.
Our School Counsellor, Faith, will be visiting St Bede's on Wednesdays this year. Please see the below information regarding the service and how to make an appointment.
How to make an appointment.
If your child was seen by the school counsellor in previous years and you would like them to receive support in 2024, we require you to complete a new counselling registration form. The link can be found below. New referrals and requests can be made via the same link.
Parent consent for counselling continues to be required for all primary school students and will be sought and provided via email. Where parents are separated, we require the written consent of both parents. Once the referral has been received, I will contact parents on a Wednesday to further discuss the referral and determine whether school counselling can meet your child’s needs or if an external referral may be more appropriate.
Referrals can be submitted here https://mccg.my.site.com/housing/s/school-referral-form
Faith Costigan – Student and Family Counsellor.
The Braidwood Campdraft - this weekend
The Braidwood Campdraft is on Saturday 17 March at the Braidwood Showgrounds. We will be running the canteen and drinks stall again from 7am to 3pm. We would love to report another successful day! We are looking for volunteers as well as donations of fresh eggs or baked goods. Please see the flyer for more information. If you are able to assist, please put your name down using the QR code or link. Kristi Morrison is the main contact for this event and would love to hear from you - 0410 902 965.
Bulb Fundraiser
Our ‘Spring into Colour’ Bulb Fundraiser is running! Dazzling daffodils, romantic ranunculus and tantalising tulips, we have your Spring garden plans covered with our 2024 Tesselar Bulb Fundraiser. Order directly through our unique school link below or scan the QR code to secure your favourite Spring blooms. Orders close Friday 29th March 2024.
https://www.bulbfundraiser.com.au/STBEDES
Easter Raffle
The Community Council Easter Raffle is back! Tickets have been sent home with students and will be available for purchase at the front office. The raffle will be drawn on Wednesday 27th March. A massive thank you to the generous businesses for the donation of the prizes. These prizes are perfect for school holidays and family fun! You’ve got to be in it to win it!
- Please ensure that you have access to the Compass Parent Portal App and that you are using this portal for full day absences and checking for school messages. Be aware that as of next term our newsletter will be sent out through the app.
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Parents are reminded to ensure that all your child's clothing is labelled very clearly. We have found that using a fabric pen on the collar or underside of your child's hat works well.
It is very hard to return clothing items to family's if there is no name.
- Please keep an eye on our FaceBook page for the latest happenings around the school. St Bede's FaceBook page
- Asthma Action Plans - Parents are reminded to update their childs Asthma Action plan each year with the office.g
Please note that School Fees for Term 1 have been generated and emailed and are due for payment before 16 March 2024.
Please check your email inbox for the statement.
At St Bede's canteen is run every 2nd Monday and the running of canteen is dependant on volunteers - we require at least 2 parent volunteers per canteen.
Please see the roster below - if you are able to help please contact Brenda, Trish or the office to have your name added.
If canteen is cancelled your child will need to bring their own lunch, as per a non canteen day.
If you have any questions about what is required to help on canteen please contact Brenda on 0438 275 032 or Trish on 0412 889507 or 02 48422027.
Please note that any parents volunteering for canteen must have a current Working With Children Check (WWCC). WWCC can be applied for through Service NSW (link) applying for a WWCC. Once you have received the clearance please send a copy of the email + your date of birth to the office as the clearances are checked.
Term 4 Canteen
| 18 March | Helper Wanted | |
Kinder |
Rudy | Zita | Venice |
Year 1 |
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Year 2 |
Jonty | Casey | |
Year 3 |
Toby N | Zali | Faith |
Year 4 |
Ajay | ||
Year 5/6 |
Lana | Sam |