Welcome Back to Term 4
Welcome back to the final term of the year! It has been wonderful to see so much progress on our Stage 3 build. The cladding, carpet and pinboards are now being installed, and the landscaping and external decks will begin taking shape over the coming weeks. The builders are confident that construction will be completed by the end of the year which is great news, as we look forward to moving into our new space at the start of 2026.

Deputy Principal 2026 Announcement
I am pleased to announce that Jacqui Greco has been appointed as Deputy Principal, commencing in 2026. Jacqui brings with her 15 years of experience in education, is a mother of three and is deeply passionate about teaching and learning.

What stood out most during Jacqui’s interview was her genuine commitment to ensuring every student is known, valued and provided with the best possible learning opportunities; this is something that strongly resonated with me.

Please join me in warmly welcoming Jacqui to our school community.

Dani Kemp will continue in the Deputy Principal role for the remainder of this term.

Foundation Orientation
We are excited to welcome our 2026 Foundation students for their upcoming orientation sessions. These will take place over three Tuesday mornings, November 11, 18 and 25.

A Parent Information Session for new or any existing families for a refresher will be held on Tuesday December 9, in the multi-purpose room.

Life Education
We’re pleased to announce that Harold from Life Education will visit our school in November. Each class will take part in engaging and interactive sessions exploring self-awareness, friendships and strategies for navigating life’s challenges. These sessions will all be delivered under teacher supervision with sessions being run on the November 18, 25 & 27, and December 2.

Kinect2Dance
Our students began their Kinect2Dance program today, learning a modern dance that incorporates a Christmas theme. There will be ten group lessons throughout the term, culminating in a Dance Concert for families on Wednesday December 10, 5.30pm - 6.30pm.

Prayers in Pyjamas
Join us for Prayers in Pyjamas on Wednesday October 15, 5.30pm - 6.30pm.

This is a wonderful initiative from our Parish Sacramental Team, designed to share prayer resources for families to use at home. One of the activities will involve decorating a candle that can be used during family prayer.

We warmly encourage all families—not just Catholic families—to attend and be part of this special event. Please follow the QR Code registration link sent via email to RSVP or click here https://stangelawarragul.schoolzineplus.com/form/82

Board Meeting
Our final School Advisory Board Meeting for the year will be held on Wednesday October 15 at 6.30pm in the staffroom. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to our Board members for their dedication, guidance, and support throughout what has been a particularly busy year. Your thoughtful contributions and commitment to St Angela’s are truly appreciated.

School Closure
Please note there will be a school closure day on Monday November 3, prior to the Melbourne Cup public holiday.

Classroom Placements for 2026
As we begin preparations for the 2026 school year, families are invited to share any information that may assist us in placing your child in the most suitable class environment. These requests may include considerations such as separating siblings or cousins, addressing social dynamics, or other factors that support your child’s wellbeing and learning.

Please note that specific teacher requests will not be considered. While we will endeavour to accommodate family input where possible, final class placements will be determined by the Executive Leadership Team to ensure the best learning environment for all students.

All placement requests must be submitted in writing to the school office by Friday November 7, 2025.  ➡️ Click here to complete the form

Hats
As we return to Term 4, a friendly reminder that school hats must be worn every day during outdoor play and activities. If students forget or misplace their hats, they will be required to remain in the undercover area, which is designated for passive play only. This undercover area does not include the basketball court or shade sails over the playground. 

Why hats matter: Wearing a hat helps protect children from harmful UV rays and teaches them lifelong sun-smart habits. Even on cloudy days, UV exposure can occur and lead to long-term skin damage. By ensuring your child wears their hat daily, you are helping them stay safe, healthy, and ready to learn.

Community Day
A heartfelt thank you to all coordinators, families, and volunteers who made our Community Movie Day on Monday October 6 such a success in support of the Luthra family.

The event was a beautiful reflection of the compassion and unity within our St Angela’s community. We are also grateful for the generous donations from local businesses and families. We encourage our community to support these businesses where possible so they can continue to thrive and remain strong supporters for future events. A big thank you to Becky from HOMI and Anthony from Voyage Fitness for their generosity of time and financial support to make this day so successful.  Amount raised for the Luthra Family was $2,888.00!

The following families won prizes: