It was wonderful to welcome our new Kindergarten students for 2021 on Tuesday.  It was nice to finally get them to come to St Joseph’s and all eight of them had a great day with lots of smiles.  We look forward to their return next Tuesday.  A big thank you to parents who signed in and out and followed the covid procedures that we need to adhere to.

End of year dates are being finalised and we are waiting to hear confirmation back from Snowy Valleys Council that our end of year Mass and Awards Presentation can take place in the Adelong Park.  We have nominated two dates in Week 9 with the one of these being a back up date due to the chance of inclement weather.  We are blessed that we can welcome our parent community to this event as there are many schools in our district that are not allowing parents to attend, and again there will be strict social distancing and covid procedures to follow with 200 able to attend the outdoor event at this point.  The last day of school for students will be Wednesday 16 December.

2/3/4 and 5/6 are heading off to T3 power station on Wednesday 25 November due to our budding scientists – Harry, Ted and Riley and their big win in the Snowy Hydro Science Competition.  Another bonus for the boys win is that the school gets a virtual meet ‘n greet with one of the Red Energy ambassadors.  The boys have chosen Lauren Parker who is a Para-triathlon Paralympic competitor who has an amazing story that we look forward to her sharing with us.

A tremendous effort last week with our mission activities and the money raised by the students.  It is a true reflection of how giving our students and families are to those who are less fortunate than ourselves.

Have a great week.