Principal's Message Term 4 Week 2 2024
Dear Parents,
Archdiocesan Assembly
Over 500 people across our Archdiocese participated in the Assembly which drew on the voice of the Holy Spirit about the direction of our Schools and Parish Communities. Fr Troy, Anne Leet, and myself represented our school and all felt empowered about the conversations that took place. You can read about the Assembly in the article by clicking this link Archdiocesan Assembly 2024
As we had 13 staff away today due to the Boorowa Carnival, personal commitments, or attending CE meetings, we will continue our Teachers' Day thanks to all the MTS staff on Monday 28 October.
Please encourage your child to make a card for their teacher or send in your own message of thanks. Thank you to the Community Council for covering the cost of providing the staff with breakfast on Monday morning as part of our well-being week activities.
Class Groups 2025 Concerns - Last call
Much care and deliberation occurs when forming our class groups. Teachers are highly professional and have the main responsibility for placing their current students in the most appropriate class for next year. For the first two weeks of Term 4, the teachers will be observing friendships to assist with class groupings. Children will be asked to identify five learning friends. Every endeavour is made to link a child with a friend in their class, however, the staff will also consider the best learning placement.
When forming class groups we aim for an equal spread of both positive and challenging characteristics. Every care will be taken to ensure that your child is placed in the best situation to enhance learning and social development.
Confidential concerns should be brought to my attention in writing, by Friday 25 October, even if you have raised concerns in previous years. Please email directly to carmel.maguire@cg.catholic.edu.au. General concerns should be raised with your child's teacher. As Principal, I will make the final decision on all class placements. Late requests are very difficult to consider, once groups are finalised.
A teacher's grade allocation will not occur until there is certainty regarding staffing, which may not occur until Week 7 of this term.
Mental Health and Wellbeing Week
Beginning Monday we are going to celebrate Mental Health Week at MTS. While regular classroom learning will continue, we will also shine a spotlight on the important part that mental health plays in the everyday life of all people, regardless of age, gender, nationality or religion.
Throughout the week the staff and students will be participating in activities full of fun, laughter and reflection, reiterating the importance of having balance in our lives.
Some of the initiatives include:
- Morning Music at lineup
- Whole school buddy session
- Recess Roars (Joke competition)
- Just Dance at lunch in the hall
- Big Games at recess in the hall
- Menslink session for senior boys
- Fearless Women session for senior girls
- Teddy Bear's Picnic
- Ride to School and Healthy Breakfast on Friday
Canteen Trial - 5 days a week
Commencing on Monday 21 October our school Canteen will offer their lunchtime service every day. Orders to be placed via the Flexischool app.
MTS Dance Club
Cassie is running her dance club on Wednesdays, commencing this week.
Register via the link below:
Boorowa - Friday 25 October
Today, close to 150 children headed to Boorowa for the annual Netball and Touch Carnival. The 
following staff accompanied our squad to assist with supervision: Kieran Russell, Geoff Howarth, Catherine Blackwell, Kathleen McGuire, Bec Cartwright, Jodie Tancheski, Lauren Maher, Michelle Young, and Alice O'Brien.
Thank you to all the parents who helped make it a great day
Year 2 Excursion
Our Year 2 students are adventuring to Questacon next Friday for an excursion. We hope they enjoy a great day of discovery and fun learning.
Ride Safely to School Week
Next week on Friday 1 November is Ride Safely to School Week. We would like you to join with some teachers for a ‘bike bus’ journey to school. Please see flyer below for more details.
Second Hand Uniform Shop
For the next 4 weeks, all winter uniforms at the Second Hand Uniform Shop will be half price.
Year 1 Orientation
On Monday November 4 from 9:30am to 11am we are welcoming our new 2025 Year 1 students for a morning of activities. Letters have been sent inviting the children and parents.
Families Leaving MTS
A reminder that if your family is not returning to MTS in 2025 to please email the front office ASAP as we have waiting lists for many of our year levels.
God Bless,
Carmel Maguire & Craig Hart
Principal & Acting Principal