NAPLAN

That’s a wrap for NAPLAN 2025. Congratulations to all students in grades 3 and 5 who participated in these assessments. We know you did your best and that is all we ask! Thank you to the many staff members who made the testing weeks run smoothly.

Grow Your Mind (GYM) and Harmony Day

Will be celebrated at St James’ on Friday the 28^th during assembly. The below Podcast is worth a listen to. Some classes have already heard the podcast but I thought it was important to share with families also. 

S4 E3 Harmony Day - Why Orange? (6 minutes) The Grow Your Mind Podcast  

We bring you a repeat of our fabulous Podcast Episode Why Orange?  What does Australia's annual celebration of cultural diversity and Grow Your Mind have in common? Belonging.

On the 21st of March each year, events are held in schools and the wider community. In this bite size episode, a conversation between two primary school aged kids takes place where they seek to understand the symbolism of orange and why belonging is crucial for our mental wellbeing.

St James’ SchoolTV continues to be a wonderful resource for families. I encourage our community to login and see what advice, help, and information is available. This week we take a closer look at the topic of ‘Sleep’. Children these days seem to be going to bed later and later. Distractions such as TV, computer games, internet, texting friends and social media are all having a negative impact on a child’s sleep time. Sleep is vital to a child’s wellbeing. When children sleep well, they are more settled, happier and ready for school the next day. Login to find out more about the importance of sleep and your child.

https://kotarasouth.catholic.schooltv.me/newsletter/sleep

Other topics and information can be found at:

https://kotarasouth.catholic.schooltv.me/

Enjoy a wonderful weekend with your loved ones,

Take care.