Friday seems to roll around very quickly when I need to finish the newsletter. Another week filled with successes and many wonderful moments. This week we sent our athletes to Canberra to compete in the Canberra Goulburn Diocesan Athletics Carnival and our students achieved outstanding results. From the carnival a record number of our students have been selected to compete at CCC in Sydney in coming weeks. This is a wonderful achievement. Please read the sports report from one of our Year 10 students below.

This week staff spent time analysing the assessment data from NAPLAN, DIBELS, PAT testing and class assessment to identify areas of celebration and areas upon which we can build and extend. For many years we have recognised the need to develop the writing skills of our students across the school and finally this year, through the hard work of the staff and a commitment to new teaching programs and strategies we have experienced considerable growth in the writing results across the 4 years of testing (Years 3,5,7,9). In addition, in all but one of the tests our student exceeded the norms achieved by regional rural schools and our Year 7 results in Numeracy were exceptional. While we celebrate these positive results and growth we also recognise that we need to look at building the spelling skills of our students and encourage them to focus on spelling in all subjects to improve their strategies. We have implemented the Spelling Mastery program in our Years 3 to 6 only this year in response to identified needs. Hopefully this will yield positive results. Considerations of how to build skills in secondary will be a focus in coming professional learning.

Despite a smaller than expected response to the Parent/Teacher interviews the teachers were pleased with the parents who were able to attend the evening. It is important that parents are aware of the progress, development and achievement of their child/ren to help them continue to make growth.

Our ES1 Mudyi assembly was a beautiful celebration of the learning of our kindergarten students. Enthusiastic singing, hilarious enactments and confident reading and commentary were parts of the assembly presentation today. More and more students were recognised for their positive effort and achievements and many silver awards were presented. Our students thrive on being affirmed and we strive to develop life-long learners who take pride in their efforts and development. It was fabulous to see so many parents and family in attendance.

This Saturday night (31 August) at 5pm O’Shaughnessy house will lead the Mass ministries and we appreciate the students who have volunteered to fulfil these important roles. We would love to see as many families as possible in attendance to share the Mass with the Parish community.

Remember – Kindness is Cool!

God Bless

Ms Nicky Trinder

Principal

SPORTS REPORT: by Alexander English Year 10

On August 27th, 2024, students from Sacred Heart Central school proudly represented at the Canberra Goulburn athletics carnival. The event, held at the AIS athletics track in Canberra, brought together students from various schools in the Archdioceses to compete in a range of athletic events.

Primary Report

Congratulations to all primary students that attended the 2024 Canberra Goulburn athletics carnival. The carnival for the primary students was a day filled with excitement and energy as young athletes showcase their skills and sportsmanship. It was heartwarming to see the students cheering each other on and giving their best, in every event. The carnival was a great opportunity for the students to have fun, be active and learn the importance of teamwork and perseverance. They participated in a variety of events including running, long jump, high jump, shot put and discus.

Special Congratulations to these students who have excelled in their events

Alexander Byrne (Boys 12-13 800m Run - 1st)

Malakai Petrovic (Boys 8-10 High Jump - 1st)

Harry Schofield (Boys 8-10 Long Jump - 1st)

For the full PRIMARY results please click here - https://cgsport.schoolzineplus.com/_file/media/440/full_results_primary_athletics_2024.pdf

Secondary Report

Congratulations to all the students who participated in the CG athletics on Tuesday 27th of August. We had one of our largest secondary teams compete for quite a number of years. All secondary athletes showed their dedication and talent in all events. The atmosphere was electrifying with students pushing themselves to achieve personal bests and support their teammates. The carnival not only highlighted the athletic abilities of our students but also emphasised the values of sportsmanship, determination and hard work.

Special Congratulations to these students who have made it through to the NSWCCC athletics carnival in Sydney

Willow Hall (Girls 15 years, 100m Sprint 2nd - 14.23)

Josey Hoey (Girls 16 years, 100m Sprint 1st - 14.04 + Girls 16 years, Shot Put 1st - 8.62m + Girls 16 years, Long Jump 1st - 4.09m + Girls 16+, Triple Jump 1st - 7.85m)

India Holder (Girls 12 years, Highjump 1st - 1.30 m RECORD) 

Sacha McLeod (Girls 14 years, 400m Sprint 1st - 1:08.43 + Girls 14 years, 1500m Run 1st - 5:23.21 + Girls 14 years, 800m Run 1st - 2:45.29)

Jake Winsor (Boys 16 years, 200m Sprint 2nd - 25.15 + Boys 16 years, 400m Sprint 1st - 58.30 + Boys 16 years, 100m Sprint 1st - 12.40 + RUNNER UP AGE CHAMPION)

Noah Carr (Boys 13 years, 1500m Run 2nd - 5:38.99)

Emily Dickinson (Girls 16 years, Javelin Throw 1st - 18.63m)

Austin Hall (Boys 12 years, 200m Sprint 1st - 31.25)

Jake Harris (Boys 13 years, 800m Run 1st - 2:43.50)

Eamon Sutherland (Boys 13 years, 1500m Run 1st - 5:33.61)

Also a big congratulations to Josey Hoey for receiving 16 years Age Champion and Jake Winsor for receiving 16 years Runner Up Age Champion

For the full SECONDARY results please click here - https://cgsport.schoolzineplus.com/_file/media/441/secondary_to_print.pdf