Welcome back to Term 3. Just a friendly reminder to keep embedding our SHINE rules in everything we do each day. When students see that SHINE matters not only to them, but also to their parents, carers, and teachers, they are far more likely to invest in their own behaviour and choices. Let's continue to model and reinforce SHINE so our students can shine every day!

Our SHINE rules:

• S - create a safe and positive environment within the school and classroom so that teaching and leraning can take place in harmony.
• H - create a caring school environment where the rights and responsibilities of the individual are recognised and respected.
• I - recognise those members of the school community whose exemplary behaviour promotes a positive and caring school environment.
• N - develop the student's social and self-management skills.
• E - develop the students' positive self-concept and sense of pride in themselves and the school.

NAIDOC Week is a meaningful opportunity for all Australians, especially our students, to engage in learning, conversation, and celebration. As we mark 50 years of NAIDOC Week, we honour the voices, culture, and resilience of First Nations peoples and look forward to the next generation carrying that legacy forward.

Both Assisi and Padua campuses joined together yesterday to celebrate NAIDOC week. Students participated in various market-style activities such as Indigenous games and storytelling, dance and art workshops and food preparation and tasting. Thank you to all the organisers, guests and special visitors who made the day such a great success. 

Upcoming dates:
Friday, the 4th of August is National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day. 

The theme this year is ‘Little Footsteps, Big Future’.

Wednesday, the 3rd of September is Indigenous Literacy Day.

The theme for this year's Indigenous Literacy Day is ‘Strength In Our Stories: For Now & Future Generations’.

Gracelyn Mitchell

Assistant Principal Administration (Acting) - Padua Campus