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As we will soon be celebrating the liturgical season of Easter, I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude for the blessings that this sacred season brings into our lives. Easter is not merely a day on the calendar; it is a season—a time of profound significance in the liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church. It is a season of renewal, rebirth, and most importantly, hope.
During this Lent, we have embarked on a journey of self-reflection, fasting, and prayer, preparing our hearts to receive the joyous message of Easter. Now, as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, we are reminded of the triumph of life over death, light over darkness, and hope over despair.
In our Catholic primary school community, the significance of Easter extends beyond the walls of our classrooms. It permeates our daily activities, infusing them with the spirit of joy, compassion, and love. We are reminded of the new life that Easter brings in our hearts and souls.
Through the liturgical season of Easter, we are invited to deepen our faith and embrace the transformative power of Christ's resurrection. It is a time for us to renew our commitment to living as disciples of Christ, embodying His teachings of love, forgiveness, and compassion in all that we do.
As parents and educators, let us seize this opportunity to instil in our children the profound meaning of Easter. Let us teach them to cherish the gift of faith, to embrace the hope that springs eternal from the empty tomb, and to live their lives as beacons of Christ's light in a world often shrouded in darkness.
May this joy of Easter fill your hearts with renewed faith, hope, and love. Let us continue to journey together as a community, guided by the light of Christ's resurrection, and may his blessings be upon us all.
Wishing you many blessings for a joyous Easter season.
Jesus is love.
Love has overcome death.
Jesus is light:
Light has overcome darkness.
We are an Easter people, filled with joy,
And with all the angels and saints, we exalt your name and exclaim,
Alleluia, Jesus Christ our Lord has risen.
Amen.
CONNECTING WITH OUR PARISH DURING HOLY WEEK -
Next week marks the commencement of Holy Week, the highest point on the liturgical calendar, all are invited to be present along with the wider OLHC parish community in remembering the events of Holy Week.
See screenshot from Parish website showing Mass times below;
Dear Parents and Carers,
The completion of Term One, is an important to take the time to look back with gratitude for the positive start to the school year. At the end of Term One, we give thanks to God for all the teaching and learning that has taken place in our school, both in and out of the classroom. For the talents and gifts that have been shared and the challenges that have been faced. For the respect and care that has been given. We give thanks for the friendships that have just begun and for those that have grown.
For the hope that has lifted our hearts and for the love that has kept us going.
We give thanks to our school community, and we ask you, Lord, to bless our children and their families as we begin our holidays. May our time together leave us with memories to cherish. Pour out your love on us so that we return renewed and refreshed to continue our journey together.
May our school community, our family lives, and our broader Church, all allow us to build a deeper relationship with our God this Easter season.
Wishing you all many blessings for the Easter season and for the school holiday break.
A reminder that school will begin for Term Two on Tuesday 29th April 2025. We will look forward to welcoming back students, parents, and staff for the beginning of the term. Please note that Monday 28th April will be a professional learning day for the staff of OLHC.
Enjoy this time with your families.
P&F Executive Committee
Following from an extraordinary P&F AGM the following parents have nominated and accepted a position on the 2025 P&F executive.
Jane Webb
Congratulations to Sarkis House who were the winning house in Term 1 and for receiving the Mufti Day reward this Friday, 11th April. The Term 1 House Point total is outlined below:
1st - Sarkis (2859 points)
2nd - MacKillop (2689 points)
3rd - Rose (2454 points)
4th - Ingham (2099 points)
Our PB4L focus this week has been Playground 3. The students have enjoyed using this playground space this term and having the extra space to run around and play on. The rules and expectations for this playground space have been explicitly taught this week. Please see the poster that is displayed in each classroom to outline the expectations for all students when using this playground space.
Uniform Reminders
Please be mindful of the Uniform Policy so that students come back to school next term adhering to these expectations, especially in relation to hair. The OLHC Uniform Policy states that:
Hair styles must be neat and tidy
- Girls hair below the shoulder must be tied back
- Girls may wear hair accessories that match the school uniform
- Boys’ hair is to be no longer than collar length
- Extremes of hair cuts are not permitted (hair must be evenly cut)
- Hair colouring is not permitted
- Hair should be cut so that it does not cover the students’ eyes
Thank you for your support with this.
Walk Safely to School Day - Friday 16 May 2025
Walk Safely to School Day will be celebrated nationally on Friday 16th May this year. More information in relation to this will be shared at the beginning of next term.
Alison Fazio
Assistant Principal
Embark on a Spiritual Journey: Introducing the Jubilee Year Pilgrim Passport
As part of the Diocese of Wollongong's celebration of the 2025 Jubilee Year, themed "Pilgrims of Hope," families are invited to participate in a unique spiritual journey using the Pilgrim Passport. This passport serves as a guide to six designated pilgrimage sites within our diocese, offering an opportunity to deepen your family's faith and experience God's boundless mercy.
Key Features of the Pilgrim Passport:
- Guidance on the Jubilee Indulgence: Understand how to obtain the Jubilee plenary indulgence, a special grace available during this Holy Year.
- Prayers for Pilgrims: Engage in meaningful prayers tailored for your pilgrimage experience.
- Sacrament of Reconciliation Guide: Prepare for confession with a comprehensive guide included in the passport.
- Pilgrimage Site Stamps: Collect stamps at each of the six designated pilgrimage sites, marking your family's spiritual journey.
The Pilgrim Passport is more than a travel document; it's a tool to enrich your family's faith journey throughout the Jubilee Year. As Bishop Brian Mascord encourages, let us be "overwhelmed not by fear, but by hope" during this sacred time.
Embrace this opportunity to journey together as a family, growing in faith and hope during the Jubilee Year.
Students will receive their Pilgrim Passport this Friday at the end of a liturgy during Community Singing.
Megan Marshall
Religious Education Coordinator
Diary dates are published on our website home page. You can also check Compass calendar and the events tab. All newsletters can be accessed on our school website.
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Friday 11 April |
Last Day of Term 1 |
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Saturday 12 April to Sunday 27 April |
******** School Holidays ********* |
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Monday 28 April |
Staff Development Day - Pupil Free Day |
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Tuesday 29 April |
Term 2 commences Anzac Day Liturgy led by Year 4 at 8.25am St Joachim Hall. All welcome. |
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Friday 2 May |
Diocesan Rugby Union trials selected student |
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Monday 7 May |
P&F Meeting 7.30pm school library |
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Tuesday 6 May |
Diocesan Cross Country, Willandra Nowra (selected students, online consent in Compass) |
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Wednesday 7 May |
P&F Mothers Day stall (Day 1) |
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Friday 9 May |
P&F Mothers Day stall (Day 2) Assembly - Merits and Awards at 2pm school hall, all welcome |
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Monday 12 May |
Full Winter Uniform |
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Tuesday 13 May and 14 May |
Kindergarten 2026 interviews |
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Friday 16 May |
Walk to school safety day |
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Monday 19 May |
Year 6 Leadership incursion (Explore, Discover, Act) |
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Friday 23 May |
Assembly - Merits and Awards at 2pm school hall, all welcome |
ANZAC DAY MARCH - 25th April Mawson Park Campbelltown
Reminder, we are pleased to inform our community that we will once again have the opportunity to participate in the Campbelltown RSL commemoration of ANZAC Day March and Service at Mawson Park in Campbelltown. Students are invited to join in the ANZAC Day celebrations and march with the Our Lady Help of Christians group. Students are to wear Full Summer Uniform including hat and meet at the corner of Queen and Dumaresq Streets at 8:20 am and then proceed to Mawson Park for the commemorative service.
Students will be accompanied during the march by Mrs Webb.
Parents are also welcome to join in the march. Participating students will need to be collected at the conclusion of the commemorative service at approximately 9:45 am at Mawson Park.
We look forward to your attendance at this special commemoration.
Attendance is important - Arrive to Thrive
Transition to Winter Uniform
During Week 1 and 2, the students are able to wear either their summer or winter uniform as long as they are wearing their full summer or winter uniform and not a combination of each.
The OLHC winter uniform requires students to wear a tie and their school jumper if they are cold. The sports jacket is only to be worn with the sports uniform. As the weather gets colder, some students choose to wear scarves and gloves to and from school. This is acceptable as long as they are school colours (maroon or grey) and they must be removed once in the classroom.
Beginning on Monday, 12th May 2025 (the week after Mother's Day) all students must wear full Winter uniform.
POSITIVE BEHAVIOURS FOR LEARNING (PB4L)
When students exhibit positive behaviour, by following our school rules, their name is written on a raffle ticket and is entered into a draw where two winners are selected at flag-raising on a Monday morning. The students receive a voucher for the Canteen which can be used for treats or put towards a lunch order. Congratulations to these winners:
Alexandra Vagaja 6M, Jeremy Chanhdara 3W, Huntar Munoz 2M, Howard Kho 1M,
Our next Assembly will be held on Friday 9 May 2025. Merit and Principal Awards will be presented. Congratulations to the following students who will be receiving a Principal's Award.
At Assembly we will also be handing out ribbons from the Cross Country.
| Principal Awards | |
| Class | Student Name |
| 2M | Emma PETERS |
| 3M | Damon OCA |
| 3M | Hartlyn KHO |
| 3M | Mabel MARTIN |
| 3W | Grace KHALIFE |
| 3W | Thomas ROSE |
| 4M | Adelaide DOUGLAS |
| 4M | Harvey MILLER |
| 4M | Nash SUMMERS |
| 5M | Ollie MARSHALL |
| 6M | Isabel MARTIN |
CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS
When students are having a birthday, we look forward to celebrating with them by singing 'Happy Birthday' at flag raising and the classroom teacher acknowledges their special day.
Thank you for your support with these arrangements.
OLHC Cross Country - Held at John Therry on Thursday 3 April 2025
Our school’s annual Cross Country event took place last Thursday, 3rd April, at John Therry Catholic College. The sun was shining, and the atmosphere was filled with loud cheering and smiles. Every student who participated in the race did an incredible job, whether they ran or walked.
With the support of their fellow students and the encouragement of spectators cheering them on, they all crossed the finish line gaining points for their house colour. We also extend our thanks to John Therry for allowing us to use their field and to our parent helpers, Mrs Razooq and Mrs Davies for their support.
Ribbons for students who finished in first, second or third place will be presented at the next assembly (Friday 9th May 2025). We will also announce house points winners.
Students who have been selected to represent our school at Nowra will be notified via Compass event shortly.
OLHC Athletic Carnival - Monday 21 July 2025, (Term 3)
This will be held on the first day back in Term 3, 2025 on Monday 21 July.
We will update the details in the Compass event shortly. For those parents who previously gave consent in Compass and nominated their child events, this will remain in the event under the new date.
Any questions, please contact the office.
Staff Development Days 2025 - Save the *new* dates
Please note, we have cancelled our scheduled Staff Development day on Monday 21 July 2025 due to holding our Athletic's Carnival. Please see revised dates below.
All staff will be engaged in professional learning on these dates please arrange for alternate care arrangements for your children.
Canteen News closed Friday 11 April 2025.
Clothing Pool Open
AGM Elected Committee for 2025
Mothers Day Stall -
Camp Australia News!
However, we have linked below the program for Rocketeers at Leumeah Public school these holidays. Parents are welcome to apply.
Rocketeers at Leumeah
Camp Australia newsletter.