Last week was certainly one of the busiest weeks in our school calendar. Our Year 3 and Year 5 students participated in NAPLAN and students, staff members, parents and family members contributed to the success of the Holy Spirit Fete.

The excitement and delight on the faces of many children told the story of the night. Those of you who have attended many Holy Spirit Fetes, know that rain often threatens and delivers on Fete Night. We were blessed with great weather, wonderful organisation from Mrs Cherrie Pierce and her supportive assistant, Mrs Kristy Bates, the generosity of staff (past and present), students (past and present) and their families to accomplish a successful night. 

I would like to acknowledge the many parents and staff members who attended the fete without the enjoyment of seeing the stalls. Our P & F President, Mrs Rebecca Cassidy with our office staff spent the evening money counting and entering data, staff members, parents and past students saw a need when it looked like a stall would fold and stepped in to work with great gusto - special thanks to those students from St. Margaret Mary’s and Ignatius Park College. 

Last Sunday, was the feast of the Ascension. Fr. John reminded us at Sunday Mass that Jesus’ Mission was accomplished on the day of the Ascension and it’s our mission to continue His work. Seeing the goodwill of others who are generous without counting the cost, is a great reminder of the continuation of Jesus’ mission. Thank you to our sponsors, all who donated prizes, worked the stalls and attended our fete.

While we are yet to finalise the funds raised by the fete, our current estimation is $32, 000! Thank you again to all who supported the Holy Spirit Fete.

God bless,

Geraldine