St. Columba's Primary School

Loving God,

Be with us in our classrooms as we learn and grow,

Bless our teachers and all who care for us.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Dear Parents, Carers and Friends of St Columba’s,

“Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul, And sings the tune without the words, And never stops at all…” — Emily Dickinson

This timeless verse reminds us that hope is a quiet yet powerful force, an inner voice that lifts us through uncertainty and change. As we move through Term 4, it is this gentle resilience that guides us forward, encouraging us to believe in new beginnings and the promise of growth.

Here at St Columba’s, hope is woven into the fabric of our daily life. It shines in the curiosity of our learners, the teamwork of our classrooms, and the bravery shown when students take on new challenges. Hope helps our children rise, discover their strengths, and greet each day with confidence and joy.

As we share this final term together, let us continue to cultivate hope in ourselves, in each other, and in our community.

CLASS LISTS

Class lists will be formed in the final few weeks of school with preparation for this commencing shortly. The process of constructing class lists includes significant professional discussion and planning between staff members to create and determine class lists that have a balance of academic ability, are close to even in number, consider gender balance, social, emotional and behavioural needs of students, which students work well with particular students, and which don’t work well together.

Each child will be asked to nominate three students that they would like to be in class with for the following school year assuring them that they will have at least one of these students in their class.

The following are rarely valid requests and generally will not be considered:

a) Requests for a particular teacher

b) Requests for a child to be in a class with a particular student. At times, we get conflicting requests where a parent would like their child to be in the same class as a particular student and the other child’s parent has requested that the two children be separated. There are also occasions where parent requests conflict with who the child has requested they would like to be in class with.

Valid requests/insights:

a) Separating or keeping twins together.

b) Providing the school with insight into relationship issues a child may have with another student.

P&F and School Advisory Council Voting

Our strong sense of community is one of the things that makes our school so special, and it is built by parents and caregivers who generously give their time, ideas and experience.

Nominations are now open for our P&F Executive Committee and Catholic School Advisory Council.

I warmly encourage you to nominate. Your involvement makes a real difference, and I would be very grateful for your support. Click the link to find out how to nominate.

https://app.smore.com/n/m2tdu

God bless

Emma

THIS WEEK:

Friday, 16 October:

• COLOUR FUN RUN

NEXT WEEK:

Tuesday, 20 October

• Reconciliation Parent Meeting @ 6pm
• Lunchtime Kidz n Sport Years 1 - 3

• Lunchtime Kidz n Sport Years 4 - 6

Thursday, 22 October

• Lunchtime Rugby Clinic Years 1 - 3
• Lunchtime Tennis commences Years 3 - 6 @ 1.15pm
• Chess Competition commences 1.30pm -2.45pm
• Year 3 Liturgy

Friday 23 October

• Glimmer and Shine Disco - K - Year 6
• Year 6 Foreshore Fun Lunchtime
• Father Nino / Deacon Bruce visit PP

ISSUE 7 HAS GONE HOME TODAY!

Bumper Holiday Issue with FREE BOOKS give away when you spend over $20

Orders due by 28th October.

Book in those babysitters now, as our adults only event is locked in for Saturday 14 November, on the rooftop at the Beaufort. Your P&F Committee were very inspired by our wonderful Principal’s “glimmer moments” and as such, we are so pleased to announce this year’s theme is “Black, White & Glimmer”. It is sure to be a fantastic night, and the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends and maybe make some new ones. Tickets are on sale now!

Dear Parents and Carers,

A reminder about our extracurricular activities for Term 4, 2026.

TERM 4: AFTER SCHOOL AFL LITTLE MAYNES (RUN BY CHRIS MAYNE ACADEMY) YEARS 1-6
Dates: Tuesday 13 October (week 1) to Tuesday 8th December (week 9)
Duration: 9 sessions
Time: 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Cost: $198 per student for the full term.
Location: Bottom Oval
What to bring: Water bottle, sunscreen
What to wear: Your child must wear their allocated school uniform for the day. They are welcome to wear suitable clothing for the activity and can get changed straight after school.
Other: Coach to Player Ratio: 1 Coach to 10 kids

REGISTRATION LINK: https://littlemayneacademy.com.au/product/term-4-bookings/ (follow the link to Term 4 School Term Booking)

TERM 4: LUNCHTIME KIDZ n SPORT (YEARS 1 - 6)
Dates: Tuesdays (Years 1 – 3) and Wednesdays (Years 4 – 6) commencing week 2
Duration: Lunchtime (after eating lunch)
Time: 1:10pm - 2:00pm
Cost: No costs to parents no registration required, P&F will kindly pay
Location: Tennis Courts

TERM 4: BEFORE SCHOOL SOCCER (YEARS 1-6)
Dates: Friday 23 October (week 2) through to 11 December 2026.
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 7:30am - 8:30am
Cost: $159 per child
Location: Bottom Oval
What to bring: Water bottle, sunscreen
What to wear: Your child must wear their allocated school uniform for the day. They are welcome to wear suitable clothing for the activity and can get changed straight after school.

REGISTATION: Term 4 link coming soon, but you can email Barry@profootballtraining.com.au or contact 0407 084 589

IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS:
By registering for any of the above extracurriculars, you acknowledge that the duty of care does not lie with St Columba's Primary School but with yourself and the external company providing the activity. If you have any questions, please contact the P&F via email pandf@stcolumbassp.wa.edu.au

Have fabulous weekend everyone,

Hayley, Gemma, Mat and Renee

Term 4: Monday 12 October - Friday 11 December

Term 4: Monday 26 October

Reconciliation: Saturday, 14 November at 10am