This week the ELC children met their St Jude’s year five buddies. The buddy program is a favourite for the preschoolers and big kids alike. Over the year we aim to meet up once a fortnight to learn and play together. The year fives also play a role in our transition to primary school. We will meet our St John Vianney’s buddies later this term. 

Stingray Educators

This week we farewelled Mr R and next week we will welcome back Mrs Kajsa Aquilina who is returning to the ELC after maternity leave.

Project Compassion Donations

During Lent, we learn about the importance of doing kind things for others. We will participate in Project Compassion, which raises funds to help people living in poverty across the world. ELC families are invited to donate.  Project Compassion boxes are located on the prayer table in each classroom, children will be able to contribute during morning class prayer.

Healthy Harold Excursion – Tuesday 11 March

The Stingrays and Turtles will catch the bus to St John Vianney’s on 11 March to meet their SJV buddies and participate in the Healthy Harold program.  Please return your permission notes as soon as possible.  The cost is $21.50 which has been added to your fee statement.

ELC Parent Representative

Turtle class – Emily Nussio (Jude’s mum)

Stingray class – Jessica Knight (Isla’s mum)

Lobster class – Lynda Carmody (Archer’s mum)

You will receive an email from them shortly introducing themselves.

St Jude’s Fete – Saturday 15 March - Calling Volunteers! 

Many hands make light work and a great community.  To volunteer an hour or so of your time, please go to https://volunteersignup.org/FLHJM and go to the ELC Hairspray stall (or any other stall you would like to volunteer for).

Mufti Day – This Friday 28 February

Mufti Day (non-uniform day) is this Friday 28February for the Turtles and Lobsters.  The aim is to collect supplies and donations for our fete stall.  Children are invited to wear plain clothes and we ask that you donate a can of coloured hairspray and a gold coin.