Week 10 Newsletter, Term 2 2025

Principal's Messages

As we near the end of term, we’ve certainly braved the rain, wind, and cold—but now it’s time for a well-earned rest! Thank you to all our families for your ongoing support this term. It’s been wonderful to witness the growth in our students—academically, socially, and emotionally. We hope the holidays provide your family with time to relax, recharge, and maybe even enjoy a pyjama morning or two!

Baby News
It’s been an exciting time at Corpus Christi!
Mrs Tantos (Creative Arts) has shared the news that she and her husband are expecting their first baby in September.
We also congratulate Mr Surridge (PE) and his wife Ashleigh on the safe arrival of their second child, a baby boy named Jonty—a little brother for Maisie.
Congratulations to both families.

Our Term 3 Calendar will be shared via Compass today.
The calendar is accurate at the time of publishing. Additional details about events will be provided through Compass and the school newsletter as they approach. Any changes will also be communicated via Compass.

Religious Education and Spirituality

St Vincent De Paul Winter Appeal Success!

Our Year 4 Mini Vinnies team led our annual Winter Appeal last week. This group of dedicated students advocated within our school by putting Vinnies Values into action and encouraging others to do so as well. They meet regularly to learn about and raise awareness of Homelessness. They worked together to prepare presentations and speeches to educate other classes about this important social justice issue. 

At the core of 'Vinnies' values is to serve the poor, with love, respect and justice. To make the world a better place for everyone.  

The whole school was on board with this mission, to put 'COMPASSION INTO ACTION" with the generous donations from every student on Pyjama Day. All money donations go directly to people experiencing homelessness and hardship this winter.

A big thank you to all students and families for bringing a little hope and help to those who need it most this winter. 

St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal

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Sacrament of First Communion

Students in Year 4 preparing to receive the final Sacrament of Initiation, First Holy Communion, will undertake lessons during Term 3.

A combined parent and student formation meeting about First Communion will be held Wednesday 23rd July, 6:00p.m at St John's School Lambton.

The Mass for First Communion will be Sunday 31st August at 5:30p.m at Corpus Christi Church.

Liturgical Celebrations Term 3

All parents and families are welcome to celebrate some important events early next term. You may wish to place these dates on your calendar.

NAIDOC Week - San Clemente Excursion

By Ruby and Genesis - Year 6

Last Wednesday, 9 students from Corpus Christi went to the NAIDOC week celebration at San Clemente with Mrs O'Connor, where we learnt about NAIDOC week and our Ancestors.

When we arrived, we met children from other primary schools. Together we got the chance to learn some cultural Aboriginal dances. Some of them were the Eagle, Emu, Kangaroo, Cockatoo and Goanna. We were also helped by students from San Clemente.

It was really fun because we got to connect with our culture. After the dances we painted ochre on our faces, the girls got dots across their face in a wavy line and the boys got stripes along their cheeks.

It was a fun experience and a great chance to connect with other people and learn about the origin of our culture, and we can’t wait until next year.

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Family and Community Engagement (FACE)

Today we sent out a short survey via Compass to gather input from parents and families about how we can best engage you in school events, activities, and community life.

We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. Your feedback will help shape future opportunities and ensure that our events reflect the interests and needs of our school community.

We look forward to using your responses to guide planning and create meaningful ways for families to connect, contribute, and feel part of school life. Thank you for your ongoing support.

The FACE Forum is designed to strengthen engagement between families, the school, parish, and wider community, with a shared goal of supporting students’ education and their growth in faith. It aims to:

• Promote Catholic identity and education

• Build a welcoming, inclusive school community

• Foster collaboration between families, staff, clergy, and parishioners

• Provide an educative and consultative space for families to engage with the school on spiritual, social, and academic matters

• Support family involvement in school life through events, discussions, and fundraising initiatives

Each year, the school will consult with families and the Parish Priest to shape FACE activities and priorities. This may include input on meeting formats, topics of interest, community events, and school improvement matters.

Save the Date - Corpus Christi Musical

Preparations have begun! All Corpus Christi students (k-6) will be part of the performance in our biennial school musical. Please mark in your calendars Wednesday September 24th.

All students will be required for a matinee (during normal school time) and an evening performance on this day. The musical will be performed in the school hall.

It will be a fantastic experience for all our students!

Parent Event - Trivia Evening

Trivia Night Tickets Now On Sale - Qkr!

Purchase your tickets now for the Corpus Christi Trivia Night.
A fantastic night of fun with prizes (including cold hard cash and bragging rights) to be won.
Saturday 30th AugustHamilton North Bowling Club, 6pm start$20 per ticket, available to purchase on Qkr! or rustle up a team and book a full table of 8.
Fantastic lucky door, raffle and bonus prizes to be won. Bring your gold coins for bonus games. Eftpos facilities available on the night.
This event is open to parents, friends and family of the Corpus Christi Community and is strictly an adult only event. All funds raised are used for the improvement of school facilities and resources. We look forward to seeing you there!

Staff Development Days for Term 3 and 4

Please note the upcoming Staff Development Days for the remainder of the year. We’ve worked to schedule these days alongside school holidays to minimise disruption to term time.

The school will be closed on these days.

To start Term 3, students will return on Tuesday 22 July.

Uniform Shop

Uniform Shop is open every Friday from 8:30am-9am.

Online orders via Qkr! close at 8:00am each Friday and will be sent home with your child.

To keep costs low and provide this service to Corpus Christi families, all items are sold close to cost price. If you are available to volunteer on a casual or regular basis, please reach out to admin@waratah.catholic.edu.au.