Our Lady of Mercy
NEWSLETTER | TERM 3 | WEEK 6 | 27 August 2026
Yesterday, our students were treated to an exciting Super Sonic Science Incursion, packed with experiments, fascinating demonstrations, and plenty of opportunities to explore the wonders of science. From colourful chemical reactions to mind-blowing scientific discoveries, students were captivated as they investigated how science helps us understand the world around us. A big thank you to the Super Sonic Science team and our fabulous science teacher Mrs Petitt for inspiring our young scientists and sparking curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning. We can't wait to see where their scientific thinking takes them next!
#OLOMGirrawheen #SuperSonicScience
Gracious and loving God,
We thank You for the gift of books.
Thank You for authors and illustrators.
Their imaginations take us on new adventures.
Thank You for the places we visit and the friends we meet on the page.
Bless our school and our community during this Book Week.
Help us to love learning, sharing, and discovering.
May the stories we read open our hearts to Your wisdom, truth, and beauty.
We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
Please make note of these important dates
THIS WEEK
Saturday 29 August
- Holy Eucharist Workshop Mass 6:00pm
Sunday 30 August
- Holy Eucharist Workshop Mass 9:30 am
COMING UP
Thursday 3 September
- Spring Carnival Year 5/6
Friday 4 September
- Whole School Mass 9:00am
- Father's Day Stall
COMING UP
Thursday 10 September
- RU OK Day
Saturday 19 September
- Holy Eucharist Celebration Mass 6:00pm
Sunday 20 September
- Holy Eucharist Celebration 9:30am
🌱 Vote for Our Seeds of Change Biodiversity Project! 🌱
We are excited to share that our Seeds of Change Biodiversity Project has been nominated for a QCE Award!
This project reflects our students’ commitment to caring for creation, protecting biodiversity, and making a positive difference in our environment. We would love your support by casting a vote and helping showcase the wonderful work happening at OLOM.
👉 Vote here: Seeds of change biodiversity project
Thank you for supporting our students and celebrating the impact they are making in our community and beyond.
Outside of school hours care (OSH)
School Term Dates 2026
Term 1: Monday 2 February to Thursday 2 April
Term 2: Tuesday 21 April to Friday 3 July
Term 3: Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September
Term 4: Monday 12 October to Friday 11 December
Pupil Free and Public Holiday Dates 2026
Term 1: Monday 2 March (Public Holiday)
Term 2: Monday 20 April (Pupil Free Day), Monday 27 April (ANZAC Day Public Holiday), Monday 1 June (Public Holiday), Tuesday 2 June (Pupil Free Day)
Term 3: Friday 21 August (Pupil Free Day), Monday 24 August (Pupil Free Day)
Term 4: Monday 16 November (Pupil Free Day)
Please note, pupil free days are subject to change. Parents will be advised well in advance.
