I light this candle for peace in our hearts. May the Holy Spirit help us to stop, think and act as Jesus taught us. We pray.

I light this candle so that we all may be instruments of peace within our own families: sharing, loving and forgiving.

I light this candle so that we will treat others as we want to be treated, with respect and consideration.

I light this candle so that we as Christians will be examples of peacemakers within our St. Thomas’ school community and the community of Sale. 

I light this candle for Australia, our country, which is known world-wide as a peacekeeping nation. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit to continue our leadership role. 

I light this candle so that everyone throughout the world may know peace and freedom as we do in Australia. 

I light this candle so that the nations of the world who believe in freedom, democracy and peace, will continue to fight for our freedom. 

I light this candle for those who are less fortunate than we are. May we continue to do our best to support them in their times of need. 

I light this candle so that God will continue to bless us all with faith, so that we will spread his Word of peace, forgiveness and love. We pray.

Dear Parents and Families,

At 11am yesterday,  we gathered to pray for all those who have fought in wars and who now serve to protect our country, Australia and other nations across the world. We are thankful to all those who sacrifice their lives in so many different ways to bring peace and hope to nations impacted by war or unrest. We especially remember our own school families, parents who serve in the RAAF and Armed forces. May God’s Holy Spirit comfort them and give them strength to go about their work, knowing they are appreciated and valued.

COMMUNITY SPORT

We are delighted to hear children are returning to community sport, such as cricket, netball, soccer and gymnastics. We wish all our students well as the new seasons begin. 

FOUNDATION 2022 TRANSITION DAYS

Our new students will take part in transition days on Friday November 26th, 2021 and Friday December 3rd, 2021. The day will start at 9.15am with two sessions rostered for the day. Notes have been sent home to families and further details will follow.

MISS PASFIELD

Miss Pasfield will be finishing the year, a little earlier than initially  planned. Her last day will be Friday November 19th 2021. We wish Monique and her husband Ryan the very best as they wait for the arrival of their first child.

Miss Christine Morris will teach Miss Pasfield’s Foundation class for the remainder of the school year, starting on Monday, November 22nd.

SCHOOL PHOTOS

School photos will take place next Thursday, November 18th 2021.

Students are asked to wear their full summer uniform, including their school jumper.

Students who have Sport on this day are asked to bring their sneakers, so they may be worn during the sport lesson.

SION SITE SURVEY

Today, you should receive the survey regarding the possibility of moving to the Sion site. A link to the survey has been provided to all families via email and can also be found on the school website and the PAM dashboard for families. The overseeing committee would appreciate your feedback on a number of matters. The survey will be open until Thursday, November 25th, 2021. All the information will be collated and referred to when considering possibilities moving forward. You will also be able to provide feedback regarding the repurposing of the Sion convent. This survey will go out to the wider community of Sale and will be available within the next week. 

MASK WEARING

A reminder, that students in Years 3 to Year 6 are to wear masks indoors unless an exemption applies. Families are required to provide masks for their children.

Students in Foundation, Year 1 and 2 are encouraged to wear masks, however, they are not mandated for the junior year levels.

Wishing you all a lovely weekend. As much as we are grateful for the rain, we pray that everyone is safe in their home and on the roads with the downpour expected. 

Take Care

Anita and staff.