Good day good people,

Happy New Year! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas break and enjoyed quality time with family and friends. I feel incredibly fortunate to be leading Padua Campus this year. We've had a fantastic start to the year, and it was wonderful to see both our new and returning families on Day 1.

The start of the school year is always an exciting time, and it's been a joy to see so many happy children and their families. A heartfelt welcome to everyone, especially the new families and staff who have joined our school community this year. We’re looking forward to a fantastic year ahead, filled with countless opportunities for learning and growth.

As we start the new academic year, we encourage our students to make the most of the many opportunities available both inside and outside the classroom. Our dedicated staff are always here to offer guidance and support to help our students thrive. With a year full of exciting events and activities ahead, we look forward to enriching our students' learning experiences.

Staffing Update

We are pleased to welcome these wonderful teachers to our school community: Kasey Griffin, Cian Mendiolea, Shae Moon and Aimee Bowden.  

Class Teachers for 2025:

Uniforms

Thank you to the majority of families for ensuring our uniform and dress code expectations have been implemented for 2025. If your child is wearing incorrect items, their teacher will initially reach out to you directly, either in person or via email, as a reminder. We kindly ask for your support in helping your child wear their uniform correctly and with pride, including adhering to the hairstyle guidelines. If uniform issues persist, you will be notified via COMPASS, and continued non-compliance may result in contact from a member of the Leadership Team. 

Stop, Drop and Go Zone

Our families are fantastic when Shining at the Pick up and Drop off zones however a quick recap, particularly for our new families:

• Only use the Drop off and Pick up if you are not getting out of the car. If you need to leave the car please park your car in the first row of car spaces.

• Where possible please have your children exit on the left so they are not walking out into traffic.

• Move your car as far forward into the yellow area to ensure a safe exit.

• Be aware of the speed limit, exercise patience in this brief but very busy time and show courtesy to fellow families in built up lines by taking turns to merge.

• Park only in assigned parking areas.

As we begin another school year, let us pray that the Lord watches over us and guides us on this shared journey. Remember, our children are at the heart of every decision we make, and together, we can achieve great things. May we continue to support and encourage one another, striving to do our very best for the children. It is through unity and collaboration that we truly embody the spirit of community.

God bless,

Karen Krzelj - Deputy Principal (Acting)