Dear parents and carers,

Thank you for your participation in the Parent and Teacher Meetings this week. We trust that parents, students and teachers found this opportunity to discuss the student’s progress and experiences at school helpful and constructive. If you were unable to attend, please do contact teachers and we can schedule alternate appointments. Whilst Parent and Teacher Meetings are scheduled in the school calendar, please always remember that we are available at any time should there be anything parents would like to discuss. The Office can be contacted to schedule appointments, thanks!

Open Day at St Anne’s 

It was great to welcome prospective families to the College last week for Open Day. Conducting tours of St Anne’s is a pleasure, and the positive culture, neat and orderly environment and engaged students always impress our visitors.

Enrolments are now open for 2026 and families with siblings due to commence school are encouraged to enrol as soon as possible. Parents and those with friends interested in learning about St Anne’s can contact us at any time to book a tour or an appointment. 

This week, the School Captains, Lillian and Joseph and I enjoyed a visit to St Mary’s at West Wyalong where we met the Year 5 and 6 students and parents. The K-12 pathway we offer at St Anne’s is also available to the St Mary’s West Wyalong students, and we look forward to welcoming the Year 6 students for the Year 7 Taster Day on Tuesday 8th April.

If you, or anyone you know may be interested in having their child join the year 7 Taster Day, please register by calling the Office. All are welcome!

REROC Leader’s Day 

The Captains and Prefects enjoyed an excellent day of learning focused on Leadership last week in Wagga with student leaders from across the region. Here is some of their reflections on the day:

“Leadership is about the small moments, not the big ones.” – Joseph

“Your values determine how you lead.” – Lily

“Leadership is your ability to influence people’s actions and decisions’” – Ahlia

“We, not me.” – Harvey

“Leadership is about finding people who are not so confident and bringing them up.” – Rommy

“Everyone can be a leader.” – Bradley

“Ten seconds of confidence can determine how anything goes.” Morgan

Infants and Primary Cross Country Running

Congratulations to all the runners for their perseverance and enthusiasm during the recent Cross Country running events! 

Infants students had a fun afternoon running in the park and giving their best efforts. The Primary students thoroughly enjoyed the challenge of the golf course, and the perfect running weather.. 

Secondary students can look forward to their event on 2nd May, early next term. There is lots of time for training in the meantime!

First Holy Communion

Sacred Heart parishioners and St Anne’s families enjoyed a very special Mass on Sunday for the children’s First Holy Communion. Fr Alex celebrated this most important Mass in the children’s spiritual journey beautifully. Mrs Louise Gaynor and Fr Alex have been supporting the children in their preparation program which culminated with a retreat day on Friday. Throughout this process, the children have had opportunities to deepen their faith, strengthen their connection with God, and they have now been welcomed into the fullness of the Catholic community.

Pupil Free Days

Just a ‘heads up with regards to two Pupil Free days coming up on the calendar. The last day of Term 1, Friday 11th April is a Pupil Free Day as is the first day of term 2, Monday 28th April.

We will look forward to welcoming the students back to the College on Tuesday 29th April in full winter uniform.

ANZAC Day

This year ANZAC day falls during the school holidays, Friday 25th April. ANZAC Day Mass will be celebrated at 9.45am and students will assemble at 10.30am for the march. We hope St Anne’s will be very well represented on this special day for our nation.Students are to wear the Winter uniform please.

Thank you!

Mrs Kim Irving has stepped in to help when St Anne’s had needed her most on numerous occasions and term 1 2025 was no exception. Year 3 students and parents join me in expressing our gratitude to Kim for stepping in to be Year 3 teacher at very short notice and for giving the students a smooth and effective transition to the primary years. Kim has been extremely dedicated to this role and it has been great to have her on the team.

We look forward to Kim continuing to be an important part of St Anne’s as a casual teacher in term 2.

Welcome Ms Hannah Baron

We look forward to welcoming Hannah Baron who will commence as class teacher in Year 3 at the beginning of Term 2.

Originally from Batlow, Hannah has attended Catholic schools throughout her schooling. Hannah is committed to teaching values that deepen student’s understanding and connections to a faith-filled life.  Hannah is deeply committed to modeling and encouraging values of respect, compassion, justice and inclusion. She enjoys a range of sports and is passionate about traveling and experiencing new cultures.

I am sure you all join us in looking forward to welcoming Hannah to St Anne’s and to Temora.

Netball Competition in Young

St Anne’s had a record number of competitors for the Netball Competition in Young this week. The students played very well and, I am delighted to report, represented the College with excellence!

The teachers commented on how proud they are of the way our students conduct themselves, showing respect.

In Conclusion…

As this is the final newsletter for Term 1, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for the warm welcome I have received at St Anne’s. I have very much appreciated the support and encouragement of staff and parents, and feel extremely blessed to have joined this warm, friendly and welcoming St Anne’s community.

We have an exciting final week of term ahead! The Annual Easter Hat Parade is scheduled for 9.00 on Thursday 10th April. The Secondary students will enjoy some Easter themed games during the day too.The College will come together in unity at 2.30 for the Passion Play. Parents are welcome to join us!

Please join us for Family and Community Mass this Sunday 6th April at 5pm. Mass will be followed by a social sausage sizzle.  

Wishing you a blessed and joyful Easter filled with hope and happiness!.

Principal’s Prayer

First Eucharist

Last Sunday 30^th March many of our Year 4 students celebrated their First Eucharist, in the Sacred Heart Parish, Temora. This was a very special day for these students and their fellow classmates, who have all been working together to prepare the candidates for this special day. The students have been very conscientious and faithful in their preparation for this day.  They have worked well in their classrooms and participated beautifully in a retreat day on the Friday before First Eucharist, where we focused on Jesus’ last supper with his disciples.  Sunday was a beautiful day for the students to share their First Eucharist around the table of the Lord, with their extended family of the Sacred Heart Community.  Students are to be congratulated on their conduct and the spirit and reverence which they displayed on the day. 

Thank you to all parents and teachers - Mrs Holland, Mrs Dickason, Mrs Collins, Mr Gaynor and Mrs Grant -  for your help in preparing students and for your support on Sunday.

Passion Play

You are warmly invited to join the students from Stage 5 for the Passion Play on the last day of term Thursday 10th April at 2:30pm in our Sacred Heart Parish Church. Stage 5 will be presenting the Passion and are doing a remarkable job preparing.

Are you able to please assist -

If there are any families who have a whip that they might be able to loan to Mrs Collins and Stage 5 for the Passion Play, could you please contact Mrs Collins as a matter of urgency at jacqueline.collins@cg.catholic.edu.au  Your assistance would be appreciated.

Any assistance with additional palm leaves would also be very welcome. Thank you in advance.

Family and Community Parish Mass - Sunday 6th April 5pm

Sunday 6th April 5pm - mass will be lead by the St Anne’s Catholic College community. All students and families are asked to make a special effort to attend this mass.  Our students will lead the mass - being readers, singers etc.  After mass we will have a sausage sizzle on the verandah of the School Hall.

A reminder that this additional Sunday evening Mass time occurs each week at 5pm at the Sacred Heart Parish.

Sacred Heart Parish Confirmation Parent Meeting next Monday 

Reminder - As you would be aware from the dates distributed at the Sacramental meeting earlier this term, the Parent Meeting for Confirmation is next Monday evening at 6pm. 

Parents are required to attend at St Joseph’s hall and are reminded to please make direct contact with Father Alex at the presbytery for details should you be unable to attend.

Project Compassion boxes:

A reminder to please give as generously as you are able towards the Project Compassion Lenten Appeal. Could donations please be returned to the school office by the end of the term. The generous support of our community will help vulnerable communities forge a path out of poverty.  

Year 9 Western Region Retreat in Temora

The date for the Year 9 Western Region Retreat is 27th May. 

Students will receive further details in the near future. It is a great opportunity to bring together our students with those from Sacred Heart Cootamundra and McAuley Catholic College Tumut. 

Anzac Day Liturgy

Anzac Day this year will fall in the school holidays.  On Wednesday 9th April at 9.00am we will have a short Liturgy in the Church, to remember this special day and the sacrifice of many. 

The library is in the process of replacing some books. We need space for the new books, so we are giving some away to charity.  These books are in good condition but are just not being borrowed, or we have multiple copies of them. We would prefer them to be out in the community and getting read.

Before we do this we invite any of our students to look through the books and take some home if they like.

Next week we will have some boxes of books in the library for students to pick through. The bar codes and school stamp will have a line through them so you don't get confused with books that are borrowed and books that can stay at home.

IN THE CLASSROOM WITH KINDERGARTEN

Kinder have been working on gratitude in the classroom and the playground. In particular looking at friendships and friendships I am grateful for.

Kinder spoke about what makes a good friend and how they can also be a good friend. They went through some different scenarios to help recognise what being a good friend looks like. Being a good friend is not about what people have, look like or are good at, it is all about what they do and how they make others feel. These are called strengths and qualities. Friends can like different things and have different personalities, but still be kind, caring and helpful to each other. It was great to see them get right into the lesson and hear their own shares on the qualities and strengths, that they think makes a good friend.

This week Kinder also had a ‘Take it home activity’ followed on from the lesson, which they can share with family and friends at home.

On Wednesdays at recess, the Infants kids have an opportunity to join in on some interactive games and outdoor activities. It is a real treat for them to listen to music, whilst creating, colouring and playing in the playground. This playtime brings a real connection with the kids, having some different outdoor play. There is kind of a sense of calm with the kids but lots of fun at the same time. We use the recycled cardboard boxes to create different objects and use them for art which is a real treat for them to take home proud of their creations. Wednesday recess can never come quick enough!

Week 7

Kinder - Cohen Hale, Ruby Rollo, Lola Pike

Year 1 - Zara Lynch, Lucas Oliver, Edward Coleman

Year 2 - Nick Martinez, Leni Reid, Reed Gray

Year 3 - Gus Reardon, Alby Swanston, Samayra Lama

Year 4 - Peyton Wiencke, Tristan Swanston, Ivy Drenovski

Year 5 - Matthew O'Connor, Archie Block, Hayden Pham

Year 6 - Evie Cooper, Molly Townsend, Rosie Maurer

Week 8

Kinder - Oscar Derrick, Willow King, Madison Hartwig, Paddy Hughes

Year 1- Stella Boller, Finley Jayawardene

Year 2 - Ellie Fisher, Charlie Crawford, Khaleesie Wiencke, Pippa Hale 

Year 3 - Spencer Lynch, Wilson Lim, Duke Krause, Bailey Jones

Year 4 - Karzon Rebibis, Rylee Overs, Bodhi Reardon, Flynn Gilchrist

Year 5 - Ella McCrone, Stella Krause, Lucy Pearce, Audrey Wallace

Year 6 - Tristan Swanston, Ava Crawford

Year 7 -  Mailee Reid - Showing initiative in her learning (Science)

Netball Schools Cup 

A chilly and windy start to the morning encouraging the Netballers to quickly start playing to

warm up.

We sent 10 teams ranging from Years 3-6. Each team had a great day of netball, team work and each student showing excellent sportsmanship. 

On Wednesday 2 teams travelled to West Wyalong for a day of rugby union. 

A year 3/4 with both boys and girls and a 5/6 team.

Both teams made it to the final round experiencing a warm day on the paddock.

St Anne's had three students Molly Townsend, Zephanie Lancaster and Annabelle Gray travel to Canberra on Thursday to trial for the Canberra Goulburn Netball team. Congratuations to Zephanie and Annabelle on your selection.

On Monday Nate Swanston, Joey Guymer and Noah Swanston attended CG Primary Rugby League Trials.

All boys played well with Joey progressing to the next level trialling for the MacKillop team in Canberra next month.

Congratulations to Elvie Crawford, Annabelle Gray, Abby Watts and Quinn Crawford who represented the Canberra Goulburn Archdiocese at the Mackillop Championships in Syudney on Wednesday. The girls formed a relay team. They came first in their heat and 10th in the finals. A great effort. 

Today, we had eight secondary teams travel to Young to compete in the NSW Schools 
Cup Netball competition. All teams played exceptionally well, securing multiple wins 
and demonstrating outstanding teamwork and sportspersonship throughout the day. 
We also had many students volunteer to umpire both primary and secondary games.
A huge thank you to all the students who helped out—your efforts contributed greatly 
to the success of the day!

From today's competition, four teams have progressed to the next level of the 
Schools Cup, which will be held in Wagga in September. 

Congratulations to all involved! 

    

                    



    

                                    

Congratulations to Ruby & Ava who were selected in the U15s CECG Netball team to compete at the NSW CCC trials next term

St Anne's had five students Jarvey Crawford, Darcy Reardon, Jacob Bett, Mathias Lancaster and Lenny Guymer recently attend the Western Rugby League Trials. They were highly commended on their conduct and sportsmanship on the day. Congratulations to Darcy who was selected in the Western team to compete at the Southern Country trials in Wagga early next term. 

Great news from the Tuckshop the Community Council recently had their AGM and it was announced that for the first time in a very long time the canteen made a healthy profit.  I would like to personally thank all the lovely volunteers that made this possible. Your 3 hours given up twice a term has reaped great rewards I’m sure the kids will benefit greatly from new resources.  We are still looking for 3 volunteers on a Monday if anyone could spare 3 hours on a Monday morning please let me know.

Thanks Heaps 

Sharee 

A reminder that if Canteen is not notified before 9am to cancel lunch for that day - lunches cannot be held over. 

Thanks for your understanding. 

Term 1

Week 9

Year 12 University Early Entry:

Year 12 have been learning about and investigating Early Entry options and how to apply. The first step for current Year 12 students is to narrow down and decide on the courses they wish to apply for and at which institutions. 

What is early entry?

Some universities and Tertiary Admissions Centres (TACs) have programs in place that allow them to process applications for specific programs that allow offers to be issued before the main rounds begin after the academic year is over. By applying for one of these programs, students could receive an offer earlier than if they apply through the normal process.

It’s a way to give you some peace of mind knowing you have a place secured at university next year and one less thing to stress about during exam time.

Who is eligible to apply for early entry?

Each program has it’s own eligibility criteria, but here are some of the most common:

• Academic achievement
• Community involvement, e.g. volunteering
• Leadership roles, e.g. school leader, team captain
• Disadvantage – consideration of factors that may have cause challenges to your studies during your final years e.g. financial, social, or physical

University of Wollongong Year 12 

Future Talk is a series of online information sessions designed specifically for a student's in Year 12 and parents. It’s not too late to register for the remaining four session which run between may and september

Future Talk - University of Wollongong – UOW

Parent and Carer information Year 11: Future university options:

The University of Wollongong offered Year 11 parents an informative webinar. It covered the journey ahead and decision making,having career conversations at home, Early entry, UAC and ATAR explained, alternate pathways into UOW, scholarships and accommodation. If you missed the webinar but are interested in exploring how you can support your student the UOW website is an excellent resource:

High school students - University of Wollongong – UOW

EmpowerHER STEM Summit (UOW) (posted)

The University of Wollongong is thrilled to announce the return of the EmpowerHER STEM Summit in 2025. This hands-on, two-day event, taking place during the Autumn school holidays, is exclusively designed for fierce female students in Years 10, 11 & 12.

EmpowerHER Senior 2025

Relocation to Uni Payment: Year 12 students

The Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) is a non-indexed, means-tested payment to school-leavers from regional or remote areas who need to relocate for full-time, higher-level tertiary education (Certificate IV and above) at an education provider located at least 90 minutes by public transport from their family home.

Tertiary Access Payment - Department of Education, Australian Government

Charles Sturt University: Health and Community Services Explore Day

Are you in Year 10, 11 or 12 and want a health career that makes a real difference? CSu are offering the Orange Health and Community Services Explore Day.

When: Tuesday 13 May 2025, 9.15am-2.30pm

Where: Charles Sturt University, Orange campus

Register in the link below. For this event you design your own day by selecting the sessions you would like to attend. Spots are filling fast.

Health and Community Services Explore Day - Study