Issue 541 | 30 Aug 24 | W7T3

In this issue

From our Principal Junior School Early Learning Centre Senior School Community News School News Leading the Way

Upcoming dates

Key dates for Term 3. To access the full calendar please click here.

Sunday, 1 September 2024 Father’s Day
Tuesday, 3 September 2024 Senior School Chess Tournament
Tuesday, 3 September 2024 Australian Interschool Snowsports Championships, Perisher
Wednesday, 4 September 2024 Junior School District Athletics
Wednesday, 4 September 2024 Early Finish Years 7 to 12
Wednesday, 4 September 2024 Senior School Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences
Monday, 9 September 2024 House Debating Finals
Tuesday, 10 September 2024 GSV Track and Field Finals Evening
Wednesday, 11 September 2024 SCOGA Nil Magnum Nisi Bonum Event
Wednesday, 11 September 2024 Early Finish Years 7 to 12
Wednesday, 11 September 2024 Senior School Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences
Thursday, 12 September 2024 Junior School Parent-Teacher Interviews
Friday, 13 September 2024 Junior School Music Assembly
Saturday, 14 September 2024 Vancouver and Buffalo Exchange Departs
Monday, 16 September 2024 Senior School Handover Assembly
Tuesday, 17 September 2024 Bands Blast
Wednesday, 18 September 2024 Snowsports Presentation Dinner
Thursday, 19 September 2024 Barbreck Charity Day (Years 5/6 Ambassador Challenge)
Thursday, 19 September 2024 Boarding Parents’ Dinner
Friday, 20 September 2024 End of Term 3

From our Principal

The Magical Moments of Music

One of the great things about being in a school like St Catherine’s is that every now and again, in fact quite often, you are able to experience something quite magical. This week offered one of those opportunities.

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Junior School

Our Year so Far in Sport

When I last wrote, I reflected on the year so far, looking back at the academic achievements of our students in Barbreck. This week, I am focusing on the efforts and achievements of our Junior School athletes.

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Barbreck Book Week 2024

Our Barbreck students celebrated the magic of reading during this year's Book Week celebrations. Read all about it here and view our Book Week Parade image gallery and enjoy all the creativity on show!

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Early Learning Centre

Senior School

World Rowing Champs Update

Head of Rowing at St Catherine’s, Mr Jon Trovas provides our community with an update on the remarkable achievements of our St Catherine’s representatives at the World Senior, U23 and U19 World Rowing Championships.

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I-Wish Challenge – Advances Y10 students

Eight St Catherine's students were selected to attend the international I-Wish Conference on the Sunshine Coast. The Conference is designed to encourage teenage girls to follow their interests in Engineering, Science, Health, and Technology. 

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Careers Breakfast 2024

St Catherine’s School’s Careers Breakfast was held on Wednesday 21 August. The Breakfast brought together current Years 11 and 12 students, St Catherine’s Alumnae, and the wider School community.   

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Community News

Heyington Club AGM 2024

All 2024–2025 Rowing parents are welcome to the Heyington Club Annual General Meeting to be held on Monday 7 October, Sherren House Dining Room.

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School News

2024 VCE Art Show

It's on again! Our 2024 VCE Art Show will take place from Friday 11 October until Sunday 13 October in the Dorothy Pizzey Centre. Mark the dates on your calendar to be sure you don't miss viewing the outstanding creativity and talent of our artists.

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Leading the Way

SCOGA Fellowship Opportunity

Applications for the 2024 SCOGA Fellowship CLOSE TODAY!! Apply now to strengthen your professional development or make a significant contribution to your local community.

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