This week we were saddened to hear of the death of a respected colleague and friend, Vivienne Carrington, known to our students as Mrs C.

We offer our sincere condolences to Vivienne’s boys, Harry and Charlie and to her extended family, praying they will find comfort in God during this difficult time. 

We remember all that Mrs C  had to share with our community, her passion for the Arts and Sustainability. 

Today, we remembered Mrs C in a simple prayer service as we gathered for our first official whole school student assembly with the easing of restrictions. We appreciate the many expressions of sympathy from our own school community and messages of comfort from local schools and families. A register of prayers, sympathy and messages will be available in the school foyer for those who may wish to share a thought and recognise her marvellous work, enthusiasm and creativity. These notes will be compiled and given to Mrs C’s family as a record of memories of her time here at St Thomas’. Unfortunately, we cannot gather with our families for liturgies and assemblies, but hope this opportunity will give families a chance to remember her energy and love for St Thomas’.

School Leaders

 We are delighted to announce the following students as school leaders for 2021.

School Captains: Leo Wheeler & Josh Duffield

 House Leaders: 

McCartan: Blue House - Charlie Kelly & Remy Sutton

Allman: Red House - Rosie Lonsdale & Jack Armstrong

Theresa: Green House - Brooke Kelly & Mitchell Dihood

We congratulate all our candidates. We were very impressed with all applications, interviews and speeches. We wish these students the very best in their leadership endeavours  for 2021 and thank our outgoing Captains, Bonnie Johnson & James Arnup for their leadership this year. They were very capably supported by our House Captains Dean feltis, Jase Roads, Lana Douthat, Harper Walker, Ollie Slattery, Tarla Stewart 

Reports

Class teachers will be announced on Friday, December 11th 2020. Your child’s report will include the name of their 2021 teacher.

 Parent/Teacher Interviews

These will take place in Week 11 on Monday December 14th 2020 and Wednesday, December 16th 2020. Interviews are optional and will take place via phone. Registrations have opened and will close on Wednesday 10th December 2020

 5O Year Celebrations 

50 year celebrations begin next week. Please find a calendar of events listed below.

 School Drop Offs and Pick ups

Afternoon “Pick Ups” will remain the same until the end of the year with Foundation students dismissed at 3pm, followed by Yrs 1&2 at 3.05pm, Yrs 3&4 at 3.10pm and the remainder of the school at 3.15pm. 

Staggered morning starts in alphabetical order need not continue, but social distancing is still required to avoid gatherings at the gate.

 Liturgies and assemblies

At present, students and staff may only attend liturgies and assemblies.

Mass will be held on Thursday December 10th to celebrate the end of the school year and to acknowledge our Yr 6 Graduates and 50 year celebrations.

 Yr 6 Graduation

Yr 6 Graduation will take place on Tuesday, December 15th 2020.

We ask that all RSVPs are returned by Wednesday 9th using the google survey form sent home to Year 6 families.

Enjoy your weekend

Anita & Staff