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- Principal's Message Term 2 Week 5 2025
- Religious Education News - Anne Leet
- Youth Ministry
- Enrolment Contract Reminder Part 4
- Second Step
- Sport with Mrs O'Keefe
- Class Awards
- MTS Lunchtime Clubs Term 2
- Extra Curricular Activities at MTS
- The MTS Yearbook request for photos
- JUBILEE OF Families, Children, Grandparents and the Elderly
- Free pop-up influenza vaccination clinics for young children
Dear Parents and Carers,
The theme for 2025, Bridging Now to Next, reflects the ongoing connection between past, present and future. Bridging Now to Next calls on all Australians to step forward together, to look ahead and push forward as past lessons guide us.
In this year’s artwork created by Kalkadoon woman Bree Buttenshaw, native plants − which are known for regenerating after fire and thriving through adversity − symbolise our collective strength and the possibilities of renewal.
We all have a role to play in reconciliation, and in playing our part we collectively build relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures, and futures.
Medication at School
All medication at school must be administered and supervised by our First Aid Admin Officers. Medication should never be left in a child's bag, for fear that another child with gain access and decide to try it. All medication must be handed in at the office in a clearly labelled bag or box, including name, dose, and instructions. Medication forms are available from the office. Let's keep the children safe.
Principal
This term ‘The Mother Teresa School Way’ is to be:
Companions on the Journey: Caring, Supporting, and Growing Together.
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Thank you to Mrs Harris, Ms Kelly, 3 Sapphire and 3 Turquoise for their moving Prayer Focus reflecting on the theme: "Bridging Now to Next." It means learning from the past and taking steps today to create a better tomorrow. This liturgy recognises National Reconciliation Week, which is a time where all Australians can share and celebrate the values, histories, and achievements that we share. We reflect and explore how we can all contribute towards achieving Reconciliation in Australia.
In the Gospel, Jesus prayed that all people would be united in love. Thank you also to those parents who came along to support the students.
Something to Think About
Please pray for our Year 6 Confirmation Candidates, their teachers, and families as they prepare this important sacrament.
Thank you- To all those parents for completing and returning the slips containing Sponsor, Confirmation name and number of seats.
Spirit Day- Friday 6th June at Holy Spirit Church
Please ensure you have given permission for your child to attend on Compass by Tuesday 2 June. (Those students not participating in the day will remain at school and have suitable activities to complement the day)
Sacrament of Confirmation –Tuesday 10th June at 6.00pm
This will be a celebration of the Rite of Confirmation (not a full mass)
All our Confirmation candidates are truly embracing their ministries and getting involved in the Parish Masses. Well done! Don’t forget to bring your item of food for the ‘Food Pantry’.
Religious Education Co-ordinator
As a reminder of parents obligations when enrolling a child into a Catholic School, I will publish sections of the Parent Contract over the next few weeks. Please remind yourself of the obligations you committed to when signing the contract to join our wonderful community.
Student Conduct
8. The Parent will take steps to ensure, to the best of their ability, that the Student conducts themselves in a manner that does not cause physical or psychological harm to themselves or others.
Fees, Levies and Charges
9. The Parent will pay all school fees, levies and charges associated with the Student’s education at the School when the fees, levies and charges are due, unless the Parent has entered into an alternative arrangement that has been approved bythe School and/or has been approved for a feeconcession through the fee concession process atthe School.
10. School fees, levies and charges will be subject to change over the course of the Student’s enrolment and will be reviewed and updated on an annual basis at least. Where possible, the Parent will be notified of changes to fees and levies during the calendar year prior to changes being effected.
11. Where more than one Parent has signed this Enrolment Contract with the School in relation to the Student’s enrolment
a. each Parent is jointly and severally liable for School fees, levies and charges associated with the Student’s education;
b. an invoice will be issued to both Parents for 100% of the School fees, levies and charges unless the Parents have entered into a Split Billing Agreement per Schedule Two of this Enrolment Contract, and that Split Billing Agreement has been signed by both Parents and the Principal of the School or their delegate; and
c. if this occurs, the Parent will only be liable for their proportion of the School fees, levies and charges payable under the Split Billing Agreement.
12. Any subsequent Split Billing Agreements between the Parents are effective only if signed by both Parents and the Principal (or their delegate). The Split Billing Agreement is effective from the date set out in the Split Billing Agreement.
13. Subject to the terms of any Split Billing Agreement, the Parent will pay any and all outstanding fees, levies and charges incurred by the Parent whilst the Student is a student at the School, even after the Student is no longer enrolled at the School. This includes any expenses incurred by the School as a result of late or non-payment by the Parent, or any associated charges incurred through formal collection or fee recovery processes. The School reserves the right to charge an administration fee in the case of late payments.
More to follow next week
The Sports Spectacle
What a whirlwind of a week it’s been for sports at MTS! On Monday, we unleashed 40 brave souls at the North Gunghalin Cross Country, and let me tell you, the weather gods were on our side—no rain until we crossed the finish line! Every student ran like they were being chased by a pack of wild dogs, and they should be bursting with pride. Several had set their sights on the top 30, and boy, did they crush it! Special shoutout to our speedsters Leo McCarroll, Eli Cannell, and William Minns, who zoomed into the top 10. You’ve earned a golden ticket to the ACT Carnival—more details to come.
Then came Tuesday, where we sent not one, not two, but three teams of 3/4 netball stars to the Netball Gala Day. And wow, did they show up in full MTS spirit! A huge thank you to the parents who volunteered; we couldn’t have done it without you! And let’s give a round of applause to Leah McIntosh, our Year 6 superstar, who bravely took on the role of umpire.
Now, onto the Athletics Carnival! The note went home earlier this week, and so far, only half of the invited students have responded. C’mon, folks! Your timely replies are like gold to me; they help finalise bus bookings and teacher supervision. We currently have 20 students ready to conquer the 800m, but remember, the Google form for nominations closes on June 2nd. No late entries will be accepted.
Upcoming Events
● 3/4 & 5/6 Sullivan Shield Tackle Football (June 3)
● MTS Athletics Carnival (June 12)
The Mother Teresa School Yearbook has been confirmed for 2025, but this year, we are going to need your help to get it across the line.
Families that have been with us for a few years would know that each year, with the help of our school committee and dedicated parents and our amazing teachers, we have produced a 200 page, professionally printed yearbook featuring all classes and highlighting the momentous occasions and experiences throughout the year.
The Yearbook has always been wonderfully received in the school community and are great keepsakes for the children to reflect on their journey here. To help in that undertaking we are hoping for your assistance
We would specifically like to request any photos from the events that have occurred in term 1 while they are fresh on your memories
-swimming carnival
-Reconciliation
-Harmony day
- Excursions
If families have any photos or if you’re attending school events (sporting, social etc) and you take any photos we’d love for you to snap and send a few back to us to use in the yearbook (appropriate permissions will be sought).
If you can help us with the above, please reach out and contact the Yearbook team via the yearbook email MTSYearbook00@gmail.com
Kind regards
Lindsay Hackett
The ACT Government is running pop-up influenza vaccination clinics around Canberra in May and June for children aged six months to under five years. Please share the attached flyer with your school communities.
