Dear Parents, Carers, and Students,
I would like to highly commend our Year Six and Five Classes for their outstanding efforts in the Catholic Performing Arts Festival. They represented St Dominic’s School in choral speaking and were, simply amazing! Thank you to all involved in the preparation for this wonderful undertaking. Our awesome school continues to shine across so many domains of education. We should all be very proud of their achievements and our school.
As you are all aware we had some catastrophic weather last Sunday. I believe Innaloo and surrounding suburbs were particularly impacted. We were not spared the impact of this weather event. Tiles were dislodged from parts of the school. These have now been replaced and structural assessment performed to ensure the integrity of our buildings. Which I can gladly report remain in very good condition despite the battering we received.
Unfortunately, our Pepper Tree was not spared from the impacts of the storm. Our arborist attended to assess the tree for safety and structural integrity. After inspection and consultation, we decided that an attempt to save the tree was plausible. Upon undertaking initial pruning the depth of the trees structural damage became more apparent. We were required to remove a significant amount of the tree’s canopy to save the tree. I am confident that this undertaking will be successful. The arborist ensured me given the growing habit of this variety of tree the canopy will return swiftly.
All trees on CEWA’s premises are audited for safety, integrity and future viability.
At St Dominic’s, we are committed to nurturing not only academic growth but also the spiritual, emotional, and moral development of our students. As a Catholic school, we strive to live by the Gospel values of love, respect, kindness, and integrity—in both our words and our actions. This is not always easy, but it is a calling for us all to always strive to do.
In today’s digital age, social media is a part of everyday life for many families. While it offers wonderful opportunities for connection and communication, it also comes with responsibilities—especially when discussing others online.
We kindly remind all members of our school community that discussing teachers, students, or the school itself on social media is not appropriate. Whether comments are made in frustration, jest, or casually shared with others, they can quickly become harmful, misinterpreted, or widely spread beyond the original audience. They can lead to reputational damage and have far reaching implications.
Why It Matters:
- Respect and Dignity: Every individual in our school deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, whether face-to-face or online. Gossip or criticism shared publicly can damage relationships and reputations. If it identifies minors or names children under Australian law the implications can be very serious indeed.
- Setting an Example: As parents and carers, we are the first role models for our children. Demonstrating kindness, patience, and good judgment online teaches them to do the same.
- Building a Safe Environment: Our school thrives when it is a safe and supportive space for everyone. Social media comments that undermine this can affect student well-being and staff morale.
- Faith in Action: As followers of Christ, we are called to “love one another as I have loved you” (John 13:34). This includes speaking kindly of others, offering grace, and resolving issues through proper channels.
What To Do Instead:
If you ever have concerns or feedback about school matters, we encourage you to:
- Speak directly with your child’s teacher.
- Arrange a meeting with school leadership to discuss matters confidentially.
- Pray for understanding, patience, and wisdom as we navigate challenges together.
Together, let us work to foster a community that reflects our shared Catholic values—both in person and online. Thank you for your continued support in keeping St Dominic’s School a place of love, learning, and respect.
Yours in Christ,
Mr Sheldon Carey
Principal