Happy Easter and welcome back for Term 2. I trust that you have had a good break and are looking forward to the term.

Pope Francis

Like many people across the world, we mourn the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday. Throughout his life, Pope Francis worked towards making our world a safer, fairer and healthier place. His was a voice for the poor, for the displaced and the marginalised; always calling us to love others as Jesus loved us. He continually urged us to be merciful, to live joyfully and to build peace.

As we mourn his death and celebrate his life, we find comfort and hope in the words of his final Easter homily:

“The light quietly shines forth, even though we are in darkness; the promise of new life and a world finally set free awaits us; and a new beginning, however impossible it might seem, can take us by surprise, for Christ has triumphed over death”

We give thanks for the life of Pope Francis: for his witness, his compassion and his genuine love of the People of God. May God welcome Pope Francis to eternal life, and may we continue his legacy by being people who are merciful, welcoming and close to those on the margins.

Year 8 Camp

Year 8 students and staff had a great start to the term, enjoying time together whilst on camp on the Mornington Peninsula. Congratulations to all students on the very positive way that you participated in activities, and the care and support you showed for each other and staff. It was great to see everyone return, having had a great time. On behalf of students and families, I would like to thank all staff who attended camp. Your readiness to take time away from your own families to provide this very important experience for students is very much appreciated. Thank you to Ms Emma Baldacchino (Year 8 Associate Level Leader) and Ms Georgina Hart (Year Level Leader), and the Year 8 Team for all their work in planning and preparing for the camp.

ANZAC Day Remembrance Ceremony

On Thursday, we gathered as a school community to commemorate ANZAC Day. In a moving and solemn service, students and staff remembered those, past and present, who have been impacted by war and conflict, and all who served and continue to serve Australia and New Zealand in the armed services. We honour their courage, sacrifice and enduring spirit.

Thank you to Mr Ray Mizzi and the Student Leaders for preparing and leading the service.

Mothers’ Day Breakfast

We look forward to mums and mother figures in our school community joining us for our annual Mother’s Day Breakfast on Monday 12 May 2025. This is an opportunity to celebrate our mums, grandmothers and the special mother figures in our lives whilst enjoying a delicious breakfast and a more relaxed start to the day.

Newsletter

The newsletter is published fortnightly and distributed on Day 10 (Friday Week 2). Students will have a chance to read it before placing it in their diary to be taken home to parents that evening.

Newsletter Days for Term 2 2025:           

Fridays: 16 May, 30 May,  11 June, 25 June                       

The newsletter can also be accessed on Friday afternoon (Day 10) on the College website at http://www.crcstalbans.catholic.edu.au