Principal Message

Giinagay Families,

It has been so wonderful to return to St Mary's after my family holiday earlier this term. It has been great to see so many of our students engaged in their learning, and making such great progress. A very big thank you to Miss Amy for all her hard work in leading the school in my absence. I know that all of our teachers work really hard to support one another when we need to, and I am very grateful.

Baptism

A number of families have asked me about getting your children Baptised. If you are interested, or would like to know more please book in a time to see me and we can begin filling out the forms for your child or children. 

Changes to Staffing

This term, Miss Rachel McGregor-Allen informed me of her intention to finish up at St Mary's. I wish to thank Miss Rachel for all of the hard work and dedication she has put into our children and our school community for the last 18 months. Miss Rachel's last day will be this Friday, the 30th of August.

We are really excited to welcome Miss Madelyn Spencer to our St Mary's family. Miss Madelyn is joining us from Sydney and is very excited to be teaching the Year 4 class. I know all of our students and families will make Miss Madelyn feel very welcomed in our school. 

Catholic Education Leaders Gathering

This week, I have spent 3 days in Coffs Harbour at the Catholic Education Leaders Gathering. I wish to thank Uncle Mark Smith, Shyliqua Chapman, and Archie Duncan for a beautiful Welcome & Acknowledgement of Country. I couldn't have been a prouder Principal! There are many changes at a Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Ltd level. One of these changes are our school fees, which will go up for the 2025 school year $1 a week per child. If you are under financial hardship at any time, please do not hesitate to come and see me to make a fee payment plan.  My door is always open and the process is completely confidential.

I look forward to another wonderful term at St Mary's with all of our amazing students and families.

Nadine