Year 1
We begin our annual Lenten Project Compassion journey by learning about Laxmi, a 16-year-old girl living in Jajarkot, a remote district in Nepal where almost half of the population live below the poverty line. Â Tragedy struck when Laxmi was 10 years old and her father passed away. Her father worked hard to pay for his…
Please find below information from the Office of the Episcopal Vicar for Education and Faith Formation about a process for the Archdiocese to engage in a renewal of liturgical practice, by engaging in a deeper study and reflection on the faith of the Church which is expressed in the Church’s liturgy.  The program of renewal…
On Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday and the the start of Lent, we will be celebrating Shrove Tuesday with our students. Â As well as teaching the students about the history and traditions associated with Shrove Tuesday, we would like to share a pancake snack with our students. Â Some of our classes will be making…
Next Wednesday, 22nd February, the staff and students of St Dominic’s School will mark the beginning of Lent by attending Ash Wednesday Mass.  The mass will commence at 11:30am in St Dominic’s Church and all in our community are welcome to join us for this special celebration. Lent is a time when Catholics typically give something…
Next week, the season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday, which also marks the beginning of the annual Caritas Australia Project Compassion Appeal. Donations to Project Compassion allow Caritas Australia, the Catholic Agency for International Aid and Development, to work with local communities around the world to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity. The…
As you know, school staff supervise your children at all times during the school day, including while they use play equipment.  The students understand the rules allowing them and others to enjoy doing so safely and respectfully.  They also know to behave according to the standards set in our School Code of Conduct and Student Code…
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Ella and I are participating in our third Starlight Super Swim Challenge this year. We are aiming to swim at least 15kms during the month of February for sick kids who spend a lot of time in hospital. This year the swim is extra close to our hearts because Ella’s baby cousin Lachie was born…
Below are links to letters from each of our classroom teachers to you our families. Â The intent of each letter is to provide you with an overview of what will be taught this term. Â An opportunity to connect, share and partner with you in the learning planned for your child in Term 1. If you…