Term Two Week Four – Commencing Monday 11th May 2026

Dear Families, 

From all in our community, I would like to wish all of the mothers and mother figures in our community a very happy Mother’s Day for Sunday. 

What a beautiful morning we shared in our community this morning with our mothers and mother figures from across the school coming to school to create some beautiful art, and more importantly, some long lasting memories with their children. Mothers and mother figures, it was so lovely to have you with us on site today, blending in seamlessly into the usual teaching and learning routines here at St Emilie’s. 

We hoped that you enjoyed your Mother’s Day here at St Emilie’s and the lovely spread of morning tea that was laid out this morning. 

I would like to use this opportunity to say a huge congratulations to our raffle winners, Allyson on taking home the main prize of the Entertainment Card Membership, and Anne and Kaela for winning the very lovely bunches of flowers. 

Thank you also to the fathers who made themselves available at different times to welcome the mothers and mother figures to school, ensure that the art materials were in place, direct our visitors where to go, and look after our mothers and mother figures during morning tea. You did a great job! 

Thank you also to our amazing staff, who as always, ensured that all who were on site this morning were welcomed with open arms and who ensured that the children were ready to go with their mothers for their sessions. 

To all of the mothers and mother figures in our community, and for those mothers and mother figures on staff, I wish you a happy Mother’s Day for Sunday! 

Reconciliation Workshops
On Wednesday the 20th of May, preparation for children and families around the Sacrament of Reconciliation commences, with Reconciliation Workshops being offered at 4:00pm and again at 5:15pm. Information on how to book the workshops was sent home via email by Mr Munro earlier in the term. If your child is making their First Reconciliation this year and you have not booked a session, you are asked to please do so by contacting the School Administration Office. 

I would ask that all in our community please keep the children, families, staff and catechists from our parish in their thoughts and prayers as they prepare to celebrate First Reconciliation. 

Changes to Mid Year Reports – Parent Session Date TBC
As is the usual practice at St Emilie’s, at the end of this term, each child from Pre-Primary to Year Six will receive a Mid Year Report that is addressed to parents. In 2026, Mid Year and End of Year Reports will look slightly different, to align with the expectations set by the Schools Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA). Most noticeably, in 2026, children will only receive a grade for the individual Learning Area, not all of the Strands that are found within that Learning Area. 

For example, in English, children will receive an overall grade for the English learning Area, but will no longer receive a grade for Reading, Writing and Listening and Speaking individually. 

To assist parents with understanding the Mid Year Reports, a parent session will be offered to parents to come and join the School Leadership Team. A time and date for this session will be shared with the community shortly. 

Catholic School Advisory Members 2026
I am delighted to share that our St Emilie’s Catholic School Advisory Council has co-opted three new members to the committee for 2026. These new members will partner with the School Leadership Team, including Mrs Norris and Father Jean Noel, and our current advisory council members, Chris Day, Beau Jose and Stefanie Malelo. Joining us on the advisory council this term, I would like to warmly welcome Samantha Chapman, Jessica Francis and Arvinder Kaur. 

Thank you to all those who continue to give up their own time to join the council. Your generosity of time, spirit and expertise is greatly appreciated. 

Laudato Si, NAIDOC & Science Week – Scheduled for August
In 2026, Laudato Si, NAIDOC and Science Week will be combined as the school places its focus for the week on Science shared with us through our First Nation people. This week, to be held in August, will focus on looking after Whadjuk Nyoongar Boodja, with a whole school project being planned to enhance our current bush area. 

Further details will be shared about this week in the coming months. 

School Audit – Friday the 15th of May
Please be advised that on Friday, the 15th of May, the school Administration Team, as well as members of the School Leadership Team, will be involved in an Audit on the school site. While there will be staff available in the Administration Office, we ask that, if you can, please avoid the Administration Office where possible so we can give our full attention to our visiting auditors. 

Parent Circle
Parent Circle will once again be on offer for parents in our community who wish to connect on a regular basis. Parents and friends are more than welcome to come to all sessions, or just to come to those that they can make.  

The dates for Parent Circle in Term Two are as below: 

Thursday 21st of May – Cooking Demonstration  

Thursday 4th of June – Doughnut Decorating 

Thursday 2nd of July – Staff Presentation 

The Parent Circle catch ups will take place in the Small Hall directly after drop off. It would be great to see some new faces come along for a cuppa and some morning tea. 

Kindy Enrolment 2027
It is that time of year when we are starting to call for Kindy enrolments for 2027. If you have a child who is due to attend Kindy next year, or you know someone who has a child that age, please encourage them to submit an application as soon as possible. Our Kindy program has proved to be extremely popular over the last few years, and it is advised that parents and carers submit an application sooner rather than later. 

Three Year Old Kindy 2027
I am pleased to share that once again in 2027, our school will be offering a Three Year Old Kindy Program for children who turn three in 2027. Further information will be shared with school families about how you can enrol your child in this program. 

Entertainment Card Special
Please see below for a Mother’s Day Special for the Entertainment card.  They are currently offering for a limited time, purchase a Membership and receive a second Membership FREE – perfect timing for Mother’s Day!

Plus, our school receives $15 from every Membership sold, directly supporting our fundraising efforts!

School Tours
On Thursday, May 28th, St. Emilie’s Catholic Primary School warmly welcomes prospective parents to an exclusive tour of our school. Should you know any one who is new to our community and would like to join us for a tour, please share the flyer and information below.

Staff Spotlight
As shared earlier in the term, this term we have been joined by Mr Michael Lowry, who will be teaching Health and Physical Education at St Emilie’s while Mr Davis enjoys some Long Service Leave. 

Mr Lowry has kindly shared some information with our community, which can be found in the profile below. 

Welcome back to St Emilie’s Mr Lowry.