News from the APRE - Toni Foley
Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome back to our final term of the year! I hope the holiday break brought rest, joy, and renewal for all families. As we step into this last stage of the school year, we do so with enthusiasm and gratitude, ready to embrace the many opportunities for learning, celebration, and growth that lie ahead.
Student Leadership Selection Process
On Thursday 9th October, the students contesting the School Captain positions delivered speeches to the Years 4 & 5 students and spoke about why they would be the best person for this role next year. Following the speeches, the staff and the Year 4 & 5 students voted for their preferred School captains. On Friday, the top four girl (as the vote was so close) and top three boy candidates were interviewed by Mr Napier, Mr Trudy Bouquet-Coate and Mrs Miranda Wilson (P & F Representative) to determine who would be our 2026 School Captains. Our School Captains for 2026, Abigail Bradford and Zavier Stanton were introduced to the school community at Monday’s Assembly. Congratulations Abi and Zavier!
Congratulations to all the students who put themselves forward for these positions. Getting to this stage in the process is a huge achievement – Well done!
This week, the students who are short-listed for the Sports Captain positions will deliver speeches to their teams on Thursday 16th. The staff and student voting will occur immediately after the speeches. The sports captains will be announced at Friday’s assembly. Good luck to all candidates!
First Eucharist and Confirmation
This term, we will have 26 students who will complete their initiation into the Catholic
Church when they receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. This is a big step in the faith journeys of these young learners and we’re looking forward to celebrating this at a special mass on Wednesday 29th October, 6pm at Our Lady Help of Christians Church. The Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Joe and this will be first time we’ve had our Bishop for Confirmation in a number of years. The students who are preparing for these Sacraments are listed below. Please keep them in your prayers as they continue to prepare for this special event in their Religious life.
| Xavier Abeleven | Cienna Doody |
| Isaac Agioritis | Addison Dunstan |
| Tilly Agioritis | Luis Estrada |
| Matilda Allen | Evie Fransen |
| Max Armstrong | Oliver Hislop |
| Ruby Bita | Aiden Kim |
| Johnathan Beal | Max Pagano |
| Mia Bradford | Max Penniment |
| Harrison Caplick | Chelsea Plowman |
| Mitchell Carlsen | Sienna Salerno |
| Lara Cocuzza | Brianna Warren |
| Emily Curcuruto | Bailee Wells |
| Lachlan Curcuruto | Luke Woodward |
What’s on this term
Catholic Mission
During October, Catholic Mission and the broader Catholic community will come together to celebrate World Mission Month, guided by the theme "Missionaries of Hope Among All Peoples."
Together, we have the power to create change and build a more just world for people everywhere. By supporting missionaries in their work, we can create life-changing opportunities for countless children, families, and communities worldwide.
Soctober – Crazy Sock Day Fundraiser for Catholic Mission
Catholic Mission is one of the Catholic organisations that our school fundraises for each year to support the work of the church. On Friday 31st October, we will have a Crazy sock day where the students can wear any crazy/fun socks for the day and bring along a gold coin donation for Catholic Mission. Please put this date in your calendar and help us support the important work of Catholic Mission.
This final term is always a busy yet rewarding one, filled with rich experiences, community gatherings, and special milestones for our students. Together, let’s journey through these last weeks with energy and hope, ensuring we finish the year with strong learning, special memories, and a shared spirit of faith and community.
With gratitude and blessings,
Dr Toni Foley
Assistant Principal - Religious Education