Just Like You sessions started this week for the 1/2 classes, Years 3-6 will begin next week. Feedback from the faciliator was very positive and she expressed how much acceptance, inclusion and empathy students at St Michael's have shown towards each other and how they all have understood that we are all different and that is ok. As a Principal, this is something that makes me extremely proud. A place where everyone is accepted, where empathy is shown and where we have created an inclusive environment. The staff at St Michael's go above and beyond to ensure this positive school culture is evident in all that we do. Thank you also to parents and carers for modelling and explaining this to your child/ren. It is a team effort and we appreciate the continued partnership.

Year 6 Leadership

Over the next semester, our Year 6 leaders will be responsible for many jobs across the school. Mr Webb and myself had a conversation with them all last week and explained that as a leader, we have added responsibility to ensure the smooth running of the school and ensuring students and staff have everything they need to continue to learn and grow. So, we brainstormed everything that needed to be completed from delivering note bags, to composting, watering, sorting lost property, ensuring front office and entry ways are clean, pushing in chairs, organising books in library etc. Many tasks that many people have to do each and every day. As part of the leadership program at St Michael's, these jobs will now be led by Year 6. This will lead up to their 'Big Day Out' at the end of the year. 

Thursday/Friday

Tomorrow and Friday I will be absent from school. On Thursday I will be attending the ACT Primary Principal's Meeting and later that afternoon, travelling to Galong for Siloam, a Principal's retreat, which will continue on the Friday. Mr Webb will be looking after things in my absence. As Year 6 will be at SFX on Thursday during the day (with Mr Webb and Ms Younger attending), Jo Krippner will also be contactable should you need anything. 

2020 Planning

We have begun the initial stages of planning for 2020. If you are intending for your child/ren to finish St Michael's at the end of the year (apart from Year 6), could you please email myself or the Front Office to indicate your plans. This assists us with staffing and classes. 

Enjoy the week ahead.

Regards,

Pat Ellis

Principal