Welcome to Week 3 and Happy Catholic Education Week! This year marks 175 years of Catholic Education in Queensland. It started in Brisbane all those years ago and now boasts 307 Catholic Schools in our fantastic state. This week is a chance for us to celebrate our traditions and charisms and remember why Holy Spirit Catholic School came to exist. Due to the Covid restrictions, many of the celebrations have had to be cancelled but we can still celebrate in our own schools. Having spent my own school days in the catholic system and now my own children completing their studies in catholic schools, it is a great reminder why we 'choose the catholic school difference'. Thank you to our families for the wonderful support of our catholic school and we look forward to your continued enthusiasm to keep Holy Spirit the premier school in Townsville.

Our 'Run around Qld' is in its final weeks and we have some star performers. Congratulations to Lachlan H (Yr 4) who is currently passing through Roma and on his way to the Gold Coast. Also to Ella M (Year 6) who is departing Barcaldine for Emerald. The students are there most mornings churning out the laps to travel around our beautiful state. The 'Run around Qld' starts at 8am and is for those students who wish to run, walk skip around the course starting from the back of the hall. All from Year 3 and up are invited to attend. 

Thank you to the families that followed in some fantastic advice and have a sign for the car for pick ups in the afternoon. It has made the transition through the waiting zones that little more smoother for all involved. A wonderful family even made one for yours truly as a special gift. Thank you

The Catholic Education Office continue to update schools on Covid restrictions and procedures and many routines are already established in our school. We continue to monitor the situation and follow our hygiene protocols in the classrooms and playgrounds. If anything eventuates and needs to be passed onto parents, Compass will continue to be our method of communication. Please ensure your family details are up to date so that all information can be passed on.

Enjoy your week

Happy Days