Good Day, Good People,

We were greeted this week with the sad news of the passing of Pope Francis. This time last year I was in Rome and was fortunate enough to see and hear the Pope at St Peter’s Square. I found him to be an honourable and humble person. Pope Francis also identified with St. Francis who we identify with here at the College. 

I thought I would share this prayer with you:

Loving God,

We thank You for the life of Pope Francis, for his faithful example of living the joy of the Gospel in real, relevant ways.

He praised God the creator through his life that was full of encounter and compassion. With a loving heart and eyes of faith he showed us what it means to follow in the footsteps of Jesus, caring for all creation.

In this Jubilee Year we pray for the courage to continue his mission of love, by embracing humility, peace, and love in our daily lives. May we be instruments of peace, inspired by this example to serve others with compassion so that Christ’s light enflames the world.

Rest in Peace, Pope Francis.

A different start to the term with a three day week followed by two four day weeks. The Student Free Day on Friday the 2nd will assist our staff moving to the new 9.0 Australian Curriculum. We will also undergo some “De-escalation training “on this day. 

ANZAC day is this Friday and our students will attend the Dawn Service at The Strand and we will also have a group marching at the Thuringowa march. The College will also present a wreath at the Rollingstone and Bushland Beach services. We take this opportunity to thank all who have served our country.

A reminder to all parents and carers that we have a process for making complaints. There is a page on our Website that steps you through this.  The process can be found here: https://www.tsv.catholic.edu.au/about/tce-complaints-process/

As always if you have a concern please do not hesitate to contact us here at the College.

Barry Horner

College Principal