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Dear Parents, Carers, Staff and Students,
As we reconvene after a period of reflection and celebration during the Easter break, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated staff members who orchestrated a profound journey for our school community through the events of Holy Week. Their tireless efforts in preparing the students for the liturgies, coupled with the students' reverent participation, crafted a truly special week in the life of our school.
From the triumphant entry on Palm Sunday to the solemn observance of Good Friday and culminating in the jubilant celebration of Easter Sunday, our students had the opportunity to 'walk with Jesus' and delve deeper into the profound mysteries of our faith. Bishop Brian's Easter message resonates profoundly as we continue to pray, reflect, and encounter the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus, allowing this divine mystery to draw us closer to the boundless love that God has for each of us.
Let us recognize and commend the wonderful work of our staff, whose unwavering commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of our students enriches the fabric of our school community. Together, may we continue to embody the spirit of compassion, understanding and faith that defines our school's ethos.
Stations Of The Cross
I wish to extend a heartfelt commendation to the students who participated in the enactment of the Stations of the Cross at St. Anthony’s Parish Church Tahmoor this Good Friday. Their reverence and creative interpretation were not only a credit to themselves but also enriched the entire parish community with a profound spiritual experience.
Furthermore, a special thank you is due to Mrs. Smith for her unwavering support and guidance in nurturing the students' talents and dedication. Her commitment to fostering the spiritual growth of our students is truly commendable and greatly appreciated.
Cross Country
Today marked a remarkable milestone in the life of our school as we successfully concluded our full school Cross Country Carnival, despite the weather's challenges. The collective support of our parents, the unwavering dedication of our staff and the admirable resilience displayed by our students truly exemplified the spirit of our school community.
I extend my heartfelt appreciation to Miss Gaviglia for her exceptional organisation and tireless efforts in orchestrating this memorable event. Her commitment to ensuring that all students had the opportunity to compete is commendable and has undoubtedly contributed to the success of the carnival.
Amidst the backdrop of unpredictable weather, the positive energy and camaraderie exhibited by everyone involved brought a sense of unity and belonging to the entire school community. It is moments like these that highlight the strength of our community and reaffirm our collective commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
I want to express my gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this Cross Country Carnival a resounding success. Your dedication and hard work have not gone unnoticed and I am proud to be part of such an extraordinary community.
Mr Justin Devlin
Principal
Listed below are some important dates.
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2024 Term One April |
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Friday 5 |
Assembly Year 2W at 2:20 pm |
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Sunday 7 |
Parish BBQ |
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Thursday 11 |
ANZAC Liturgy |
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Friday 12 |
Year 3 Excursion to Australian Museum |
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Friday 12 |
Last day Term 1 |
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Monday 29 |
Pupil Free Day - No Students Onsite |
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Tuesday 30 |
Students start Term 2 |
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May |
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Tuesday 7 |
Diocesan Cross Country |
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Thursday 9 |
Mother's/Carer's Day Stall |
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Sunday 12 |
Mother's Day |
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Thursday 16 |
K-2 Athletics Carnival at School |
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Friday 17 |
Assembly Kinder Red at 2:20 pm |
Year 2 White will be presenting at assembly on Friday 5 April at 2:20pm. We would like to invite parents/families from Year 2 White to join us in the hall for the presentation.
Every year, St Anthony's students gather to march down the main street of Picton, paying their respects at the dawn service. This year, we are proud to announce that St Anthony's will lead the march for the first time.
We invite all students who wish to participate in this year's march and dawn service to join us. Please meet Mr. Devlin behind the Picton Hotel, in Davidson Lane on Thursday, 25 April at 5:45 am - 6:00 am wearing their full winter uniform. We will march together down the main street and proceed to the Memorial Park near the Picton Bowling Club in time for the dawn service.
Please Note: For the smooth coordination of the event, we kindly request parents/carers of students in Kindergarten to Year 3 to collect their child at the end of the march, before the dawn service commences. The reason for this change to how we participate is due to the extended length of time that the service goes for and the expectation for our students to stand for a long period of time. Students in Years 4, 5 and 6 will remain with Mr. Devlin until the conclusion of the service. Parents are then asked to come and collect their child.
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| Saturday Vigil | 6:00 pm | Tahmoor |
| Sunday | 8:30 am | Tahmoor |
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Reconciliation |
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| Saturday | 5:00 - 5:30 pm | Tahmoor |
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Weekday Mass Times - This Week |
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| Tuesday |
5:00 pm |
Adoration |
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5:30 pm |
Tahmoor |
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| Wednesday | 8:30 am | Tahmoor |
| Thursday | 8:30 am | Tahmoor |
| Friday |
8:30 am |
Tahmoor |
Sacramental Programs
Religious Education is a priority in Catholic schools. It provides the knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith and outlines what is needed to live a Catholic life. Sacramental programs are Parish based, Parish coordinated, family focused and school supported.
Each year the Sacraments of Penance, Eucharist and Confirmation are celebrated in the Parish.
A Parish based program caters to the needs of all participants. In this way children from all schools receive the same preparation for each sacrament.
The Parish based, family focused approach to Sacramental programs is widely used throughout Australia as the preferred approach. This approach acknowledges the important role of parents and families in the whole preparation process. Parents are the first educators of children in the faith and traditions of the Catholic Church. Parents involvement in Sacramental preparation is crucial in shaping the values and attitudes of each child. So it is vital, for the continual spiritual growth of the child, that the families involve themselves in the Sacramental life of Parish.
The uniform shop is now open for face to face purchases every Friday from 9 am. Otherwise orders can be emailed to the school via info@sapdow.catholic.edu.au
Orders must be at the office by 9am Fridays.