Spirit News

At Holy Spirit School we Strive with Spirit in the pursuit of Christian truth and excellence. All members of the school community are encouraged to develop their potential and special qualities in an environment centred on Christ.

Loving God,

As we reach the end of Week 4, we thank You for the learning and care shared in our school community. As we enter the long weekend, grant us rest, safety, and time to reconnect with the people we love.

As Lent begins, open our hearts to grow in kindness, reflection, and compassion. Help us to notice others, make good choices, and walk more closely with Jesus each day.

Amen.

As a community centred on the example of Christ, the following core values (CARE) underpin our approach.

Community

We value every member of our school community and we are committed to working together to reach our shared goals through mutual support, encouragement, and celebration of our Catholic faith.

Genesis 28:3 3 May God Almighty bless you, make you fruitful and increase your numbers until you become a community of peoples.

Achievement

We are committed to learning at every level to achieve our personal best.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Respect

We have personal and collective responsibility to each other and to the school’s success.

Romans 12:10: Be devoted to one another in love. Honour one another above yourselves.

Excellence

We promote excellence in all that we do.

Philippians 4:8: Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things.

Dear Community Members,

It has certainly been a vibrant and energetic start to the year at Holy Spirit School, with many important moments already shaping our community’s journey in 2026.

What's On

We begin with our Sacramental Commitment Masses, which were held last weekend. Our students and families joined together in prayer as they commence their preparation for the sacraments. These celebrations are a special reminder of the faith life that sits at the heart of our school.

This Friday, our Year 3–6 students will dive into (no pun intended) the Guild Swimming Carnival at Bold Park. We look forward to a fantastic day of teamwork, encouragement, and friendly competition. Huge thanks to Miss Lewis for her organisation of this carnival, ably assisted by Ms Newton and Mrs Hewett.

Finaly, we gathered last week for the AGM of the School Advisory Council and P&F. It was a wonderful celebration of the milestones achieved in 2025 and a moment to acknowledge the dedication of all who contribute so generously to our school community. Thank you to all those members who finished their time on the respective councils. From our SAC; Franca, Aleisha and Brian and from our P&F; Suzy, Anna, Sarah and Natasha. We welcome our 2026 SAC and P&F, a brilliant group of people who will ably assist our wonderful school community into the future!

Advisory Council 2026

Chair: Cassandra Franke

Vice-Chair: Lisa Willis

Treasurer: Amanda Oldring

Secretary: Suzy Varley

Members: Mark Arena, Jess Ricciardo

P&F Representative: Philippa Lawrence

Parish Priest: Fr. Emmanuel-tv Dimobi

Parish Council Representative: Vince De Luca

P&F Executive 2026

President: Philippa Lawrance

Vice President: Lateasha Kohl

Secretary: Gemma Maughan / Jenna McMahon

Treasurer: Michelle Kefford

School Works

Several school works projects are now well underway. The hall re‑roofing continues, and the front façade of the school is beginning to change with the installation of the new Surfmist Colorbond sheeting. These improvements will make a significant difference to the look and functionality of our hall. I would like to extend my thanks to you all for your flexibility and patience, whilst this area is out of commission.

The Library area continues to take shape, with our new space, the ‘sensory room’, in its final stages. Finally, the outdoor Library area is now a relaxing and calming space for our students.

It has been a very busy start to the year, and with the upcoming long weekend, we are all grateful for the chance to pause, rest, and recharge. If you are travelling, please take care on the roads. I look forward to welcoming everyone back for the second half of the term, where did that time go!?

Until next time,

Ben

Addresses, Emails, Mobile numbers, Doctors, Employers, emergency contacts? Please advise the office to enable us to have the most updated information to ensure your details are up to date.

We kindly ask families to please click on the links below and complete the relevant forms. These help us with organisation and ensure students can participate in upcoming activities. Thank you for taking the time to complete them. The forms include:

• 2026 Incursions and Excursions Acceptance Form - 2026 EXCURSIONS & INCURSIONS – Fill out form

We really appreciate your support and cooperation.

Follow our school calendar here: https://holyspirit.wa.edu.au/events/

Its not too late to sign up

Holy Spirit Running Club begins tomorrow morning and due to interest, will run on MONDAYS ONLY for Term 1.

Get your kids moving and building confidence this term with the Holy Spirit Running Club! A fun and supportive way to improve fitness, develop running skills and prepare for Term 2 Cross Country.

DETAILS

🗓 WHEN: Mondays during Term 1

Starts tomorrow - Monday 9 February

📍 WHERE: Bent Street Park

(Children will be escorted back to school after each session)

⏰ TIME: 7:45am – 8:30am

COST

$63 – Mondays only

👟 WHO: Years 1–6 students

WHAT TO EXPECT

Throughout Term 1, students will work on:

- Running technique and drills

- Balance and coordination

- Stretching and injury prevention

- Building fitness and endurance

Sessions are designed to be fun, inclusive and challenging, with children grouped by age and ability to ensure everyone is supported while reaching their potential.

REGISTRATION

To register your child or for more information, please contact:

Jasmine R – jasmine_892@hotmail.com

⚠️ Spots are limited, so be sure to secure your place early!

A reminder that our closest Catholic Co-Educational High Schools (John XXIII College, Newman College and Sacred Heart College) are highly competitive and often have large waiting lists.

They run their enrolment process 3 years prior to start i.e. current Year 4 families are working through this process.

Each school’s enrolments process is different, so please read their website's enrolment page to ensure you have all the information to make an informed decision.

CBC Fremantle warmly invites parents and caregivers to our Discover the Journey Evening on Thursday 12 March.

Designed for parents and caregivers of boys currently in Years 3 and 4, this evening provides an opportunity to learn more about how CBC Fremantle supports boys in becoming the best version of themselves.

Our Principal, Mr Domenic Burgio, will share the College’s unique point of difference and the philosophy behind our rites of passage framework.

Guests are invited to arrive from 5.30pm to enjoy a relaxed grazing table with pizza, refreshments, and beverages, prior to the presentation commencing at 6.45pm.

Please note this is a parent-focused event and boys are not invited to attend. Boys are encouraged to attend any of our other College Tours.

Registration details, including a link and QR code, are included on the attached flyer.

We welcome all Kindy to Year 6 families of Holy Spirit School! Kids Academy Out of School Hours Care is a WA privately owned Child Care. The owner Sharon Soares has been in the industry for many years and is passionate about delivering the highest standard of care and service to children and their families which includes before school care, after school care and vacation care. Kids Academy Before and After School Programs cater for children aged 4 – 12 years, outside school hours. The programs focus on age-appropriate and creative play activities through a variety of choices which encourage children to extend their social development and build friendships in a secure environment.

Activities may include sports, reading and cooking. Children may also do their homework for a limited period during their Before or After-School care.

Child Care Subsidy calculator HERE – Child Care Subsidy Calculator

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM

Kids Academy will provide OHSC services onsite at Holy Spirit School.

DETAILS
Monday to Friday

• 6.30am to 9.00am – Before School
• 2.30pm to 6.00pm – After School

FEES & CHARGES
Before School Care – $43
Afterschool Care – $48

To enrol your child into Kids Academy BEFORE or AFTER school care, click on the enrolment link – Kids Academy Online Enrolment Form

We'd love to hear about your child's achievements, no matter how big or small, especially as they reflect our CARE values of Community, Achievement, Respect, and Excellence. Recognizing their success and acheivement helps celebrate their hard work and inspires others. If you would like your child's achievements celebrated through our social media pages, please contact us via email - admin@holyspirit.wa.edu.au

NORMAL OPENING HOURS

Mondays 8:00am to 8:30am

We understand that not everyone can make it to the shop during opening hours, however

WE KINDLY ASK THAT YOU DO NOT ENTER THE UNIFORM SHOP WITHOUT PERMISSION.

Even if the door is unlocked, please speak with the front office before entering the store.

We welcome your donations to sell at the shop. Please just drop them at the office.

Exciting news! Locavora School Lunches has officially rebranded as Lunchbox Hub! 🎉

No need to worry – your existing account is still active! Simply log in with your same email, but please reset your password to get started with a fresh experience.

Rest assured, all your funds have been securely transferred to the new system, so you’re all set!

For details on how to place lunch orders for your child on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, please check out the attached information.

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:ff6a49da-8d9e-4239-843d-be54ba79cdbe

"Hi Families, we wanted to let you know of a fantastic new healthcare service for kids - Kinkaya is WA's first purpose-built kids and family urgent care centre that has just opened around the corner at 17 Wotan Street Innaloo (opposite Bunnings). We're sure this will help put a few minds at ease, especially with winter sports and flu season upon us! Open 8am-10pm 7 days a week, they have kid friendly pathology and will be opening their on-site X-ray in the coming weeks. There is a QR code on the poster attached if you would like to save their details for when you need them. They are purpose built for kids but the centre is open to all ages."

Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School is committed to the pursuit of Christian Truth & Excellence. All members of the school community are encouraged to develop their potential and special qualities in an environment centred on Christ.

Email: admin@holyspirit.wa.edu.au
Website: www.holyspirit.wa.edu.au
Location: Corner of Bent Street and Brompton Road City Beach WA 6015
Phone: 9341 2551
Facebook: facebook.com/holyspiritprimaryschoolcitybeach/

Instagram: @holyspiritpscitybeach