Can you believe we are at the end of the first term and Easter holidays arrived? Is it just me, or does the busyness of life increase year by year? I must say though, that we do handle the busyness and workload exceptionally well. Yes, there has been a lot done over the past 10 weeks, but due to your co-operation and support, the efficiency of the teachers and support staff and the quality of positive communication between home and school, the job gets done and done well. So, I do sincerely thank you all for your efforts in being part of a successful school term.

The cross country yesterday was a great example of a well-planned out event that the children and parents thoroughly enjoyed. Melanie Turner, as always did an amazing job organising and running the day. The calm way our staff, parents and students dealt with the medical requirements we had during the event is a real testament to Mrs Turner’s effective preplanning and risk assessment.

The smiles on the children’s faces as they ran across the finish line was wonderful and what amazing spontaneous sportsmanship. Throughout the day we saw wonderful examples of the St Joseph’s Spirit. The distance students run in a cross country was a true challenge but bought out the best in our students. As the children ran past me at the half way mark I could see the determination and never give up attitudes on their faces.

We saw many personal bests and witnessed many great moments of sportsmanship. Watching Ashton and Lapetti run arm in arm together over the finish line was a most precious moment and one that we will never forget. When some students began to struggle to keep going in the home stretch, other students spontaneously ran with them to boost their spirits and get them over the line.

The positive way the St Joseph staff, parents and students co-operated together reminded me of how proud I am to be part of this great Community.

My best wishes for a safe and Holy Easter season to the St Joseph’s community. Take the time to be peaceful and prayerful as we approach the holiday period and enjoy ‘down-time’ with family and loved ones. 

As you and your family celebrate Easter and all that it brings, may the spirit of Jesus be in your heart.

God bless,

Megan