Today marks the end of Term2 2025. It has been a fabulous term with so many positive experiences, learning and activities. The opportunity to settle into the newly refurbished Primary building has been the highlight of the term. We are so blessed to have such wonderful learning spaces, that are warm, light-filled and comfortable. The students and teachers have loved being in the new spaces. When the weather improves we will rehabilitate the primary playground after the trucks and contractor’s vehicles have destroyed the grass and now we have a mud puddle at the front of the building.  The wet weather has also not helped and we look forward to improving the playground to match the calibre of the building.

Last Friday we celebrated Sacred Heart Feast Day with a wonderful Mass prepared by Ms Wade and the Year 8 students. The prayers and reflections spoke about all our blessings and our charism of the Sacred Heart. This was a special day to celebrate our wonderful community and the proud traditions upon which our school is built.

Yesterday the Semester One reports were sent home and they should have become visible on your COMPASS page. These are important summaries of the achievements and efforts these past two terms. Please read them carefully paying particular attention to the commendations and recommendations for moving forward into the next semester. In Weeks 1 and 2 we will be offering the opportunity to meet with the class teachers to discuss the reports and the progress that the students have made. These are invaluable in understanding the reports. Keep an eye out for the booking tab on COMPASS. They are now open for booking.

Over the past two weeks I have had the privilege of meeting with many of our new 2026 kinder students and their families. It is so lovely to meet the families and learn about their children and how we can best support their transition to big school. The interviews will continue in the first weeks of Term 3 in preparation for the Orientation program that begins on 11^th September.

We wish Mr Andrew Alderman a safe and restful Long Service Leave as he finishes up today for the next 4 months. He will return at the end of Term 4 to finish the year but his classes will be expertly covered by Mr Peter Turner and Mrs Lyne Witenden. Mrs Jodie McPherson will take over the responsibility of Year 8 PCA in Mr Alderman’s absence. We are lucky to have such fabulous staff to cover staff on leave.

Already the Term 3 calendar is full. On The first Wednesday 23 July we will welcome the new Catholic Education Director David De Carvalho to our school and parish. He will join with the Western Region Schools at the NAIDOC Mass and Awards at 10am in the Sacred Heart Church. Then he will meet with Fr Lolesio and other members of our community. We look forward to showcasing all that is wonderful about Sacred Heart.

Also on the 23 July Mr Bell, our passionate Science teacher, has arranged for our Primary students to experience a Science incursion featuring a Science Education team from the University of Newcastle. They will be presenting interactive activities for each of the Primary stages based around the science of Forces and Motion.

The holidays offer an opportunity for students, families and staff to refresh and rejuvenate, ready for another huge term. Take care if you are travelling and stay well and warm. Students will return for Term 3 on Tuesday 22 July.

Remember when you are kind to others, it not only changes you, it changes the world.

God Bless

Ms Nicky Trinder

Principal

Parenting Support: 

Does your child struggle to manage their own emotions and behaviours?

Do daily activities end in yelling and tears? 

Would you like to be able to better support your child, teaching them self-control while getting through the day without arguing?

Starting in week 3 of term 3, Sacred Heart is running the Tuning Into Kids group program. Tuning Into Kids shows you how to get through those difficult moments with your child while developing their emotional intelligence and their ability to self-regulate.

Where:              Sacred Heart Central School Library

Duration:          6 Weeks

When:                Wednesdays – starting August 6th, 5.30-7.30pm

Contact:           Student & Family Counsellor Natalie

Natalie.Cowled@mccg.org.au or 6942 2612

The Tuning Into Kids program will be advertised to the local primary schools after the school holidays so get in quick via the email above to reserve your place!

While we will not be able to provide childcare, if you would like to attend and need to bring your child/children with you please contact Natalie to discuss the options available. 

Family Gratitude 

~Silver Award Winners~

How lucky are we to have author, Catherine Rains visit Sacred Heart yesterday to share with us her new book, ‘The Clever Kid’s Guide to Living with Dogs’. Catherine was accompanied by her beautifully behaved dog, Minky.

Primary Sport

WR Athletics

What a wonderful day our athletes had on Friday. The weather was wonderful. We had some great achievements. 

• The Junior Girls Relay, Ella Sannazzaro, Emme Last, Faith Roberts, Zoe Last broke the record. It now stands as 1:07.30
• Angus Dickinson was overall Age Champion for the Junior Boys 
• Olivia Cassidy overall Runner Up in the Senior Girls 
• Ella Sannazzaro overall Runner Up in the Junior Girls 
• Emme Last came third overall in the Junior Girls
• Estee McLeod came Third overall in the Intermediate Girls 
• Zoe Lake came Fourth overall in the Senior Girls 
• Archie Byrne came Fourth overall in the Intermediate Boys

Our Students did well and the following students have qualified for the Canberra Goulburn Carnival on the 21st of August. Please note that the 1500m is not run at this carnival only times are given. 

Please see the following link for the full results.

Primary Sport Dates

If you have any photos from any event please email them through and we will put them in the newsletter next week.

If you have any concerns or questions please don’t hesitate to contact me via email

Kind regards

Wendy Van Kerk Oerle

Primary sports coordinator

wendy.vankerkoerle@cg.catholic.edu.au

Secondary Sport

Rugby 7s

Congratulations to the students who went to the Rugby 7s gala day on Tuesday 24th June. Unfortunately there were no wins on the board  for either team, for the games we played. The boys participated really well and there were some excellent plays. Thank you to John England for assisting on the day.

Congratulations

14s Team: Dustin Cullen, Oliver Dempsey, Ryan England, Darcy Fry, Noah Gartside, Josh Ismay, Xavier McNally, Beau Mills, Max Moloney, Kobe O’Toole, Charlie Paterson, Jack Paton, Reuben Smith.

16s Team: Jai Alexander, Chase Cullen, Cash Fitzgerald, Harvey Fitzgerald, Henry Fry, Ryder Gillies, Lucas Lowe, Josh Lubke, Beau Northey, Darcy Thompson, Matthew Wilde, Harry Winsor.

Colours Challenge

Secondary enjoyed the first few rounds of our House Colours Challenge. This challenge goes toward the Champion Sporting House trophy, presented at the end of the year. The secondary progressive points scores are as follows:

Secondary Sports Dates

Term 3 2025

W3

Tue Aug 5th - Small School’s Rugby League, Boys 14s and 16s, Wagga

W5

Thu Aug 21st - CG Athletics, Canberra

W6

Wed Aug 27th - CG Basketball Gala Day, Canberra

W8 

Thu Sep 18th - Yrs 7-9 League Tag, Wagga

W9

Mon Sep 15th - NSWCCC Athletics, Sydney

Kind regards,

Megan Withers

Secondary Sports Coordinator

megan.withers@cg.catholic.edu.au