School Vision

St Matthew’s School empowers children to embrace life-long learning, and grow and develop as God intends.

This prayer is offered for Bishop-elect George as we all prepare for his Episcopal Ordination as the 5th Bishop of Bunbury.

God our Father,
We pray for Bishop-elect George as he prepares for his Episcopal Ordination as the fifth Bishop of Bunbury.
Send your Spirit to empower, strengthen and guide him as he answers your call to the Episcopate.
Fill him with wisdom and knowledge as he prepares to be our teacher.
Fill with him fortitude and piety as he prepares to be our leader.
Fill him with counsel and understanding as he prepares to be a father and brother to us all.
We pray that Bishop-elect George is given the grace to work diligently for our diocese, renew us in the Spirit, and treat all with love and mercy.
We also pray for each other, that we may be open and welcoming to Bishop-elect George and his leadership. May you help us journey together in synodality.
We ask all this through your Son Jesus Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Amen

Dear Parents & Carers,

Wedding Bells!!

Congratulations to Miss Lock as she makes the exciting transition to Mrs Adamson! This is such a joyous occasion, and we couldn’t be happier for Cristie and Jordon. As they embark on this beautiful journey together, we wish them days filled with love, laughter, and endless happiness.

Mrs Adamson will return to us on 31 March. Whilst she is away, Mrs Graham and Mrs Shaddick will be teaching in Pre-Primary.

Pupil-Free Day this Friday

This Friday, our teaching staff will head to St Bernard’s School in Kojonup to work with Dr Paul Swan.

Dr Paul Swan has taught mathematics in both primary and secondary schools and worked as a Senior Lecturer in Mathematics Education at Edith Cowan University in Australia for 18 years. He has written over 50 books, authored numerous journal articles and created many types of mathematics games – board, card and digital. He currently designs mathematics manipulative materials and supports schools looking to improve the teaching of mathematics in both schools and across whole school systems (State, Catholic and Independent).

Parent/Teacher Interviews Week 9

Each year, St Matthew’s School offers parents the opportunity to meet with their student’s class teachers to discuss their academic progress, share learning examples, and celebrate growth. This year, parents will be able to book an interview commencing Monday, March 31. Booking information will come out via the school app later this week.

Sacrament Commitment for 2025

We are pleased to invite parents to enroll their child in this year’s Sacrament preparation program. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to deepen their faith and grow closer to God through the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Parents are asked to use this link to access a form to register their commitment.

Sacrament Commitment Mass 25 May

For those students who are Catholic and receiving either the Sacraments of First Reconciliation. First Holy Communion or Confirmation this year, please see the Sacraments Schedule with key dates and times that has been uploaded to the School App (select General). Please take note that the Commitment Mass on 25 May is for all three Sacraments.

Lunch Orders Term 1

Parents can order lunches from the Narrogin Primary School canteen on Mondays,Thursdays and Fridays via QuickCliq. The QuickCliq brochure can be found on the school app; select “General”.

Lunch Orders Term 2

At present, staff members collect the lunches from Narrogin Primary on Mondays and Thursdays. This can be difficult to navigate due to changes in timetables and staff commitments. We need parent volunteers in order to continue to offer this service in Term 2. The lunches need to be collected at approximately 1:00pm and delivered to the Undercover Area. If you are able to help, please contact your P&F rep, or email susan.milton@cewa.edu.au

Yr 3 & 4 Class Mass

Please be advised that the Year 3 & 4 Class Mass has been changed to 25 March at 9:30am.

Ordination of Bishop George Kolodziej SDS

Please pray for Bishop George as he prepares for his Episcopal Ordination and Installation as the fifth Bishop of Bunbury. This is a significant event for the Diocese of Bunbury as we prepare to welcome a new Bishop of Bunbury. The Episcopal Ordination Mass will be livestreamed on the Bunbury Dioceses’ YouTube channel from 9.30 am this Wednesday, 19 March 2025. You can also download a copy of the Mass booklet on the Diocesan Website. Bishop George will be visiting every parish in the diocese in the coming months. This will be an opportunity for all parishioners to meet and welcome Bishop George.

Swimming Lessons 

Please be informed that this year’s swimming lessons are scheduled for:

Years 3 – 6 Term 2 12 – 23 May

PP – Year 2 Term 4 10 – 21 November

Play Cafe

A huge thank you to Claire Graham for volunteering her time and talents to St Matthew’s Play Cafe in 2024. At this point, however, due to several factors, we will be unable to offer Play Cafe this year. 

Year 6 Camp Meeting Tuesday 18 March

Parents of Year 6 students are encouraged to attend a camp meeting at 3:30pm this Tuesday, 18 March, in the Year 6 classroom.

2025 Project Compassion Appeal

Students have brought home small collection boxes to fill, and then combine into their class boxes at the end of the term. The funds raised by Catholic schools all across Australia directly impact the lives of those in our world in dire need. 

Please give generously “for all future generations”.

Maggie Dent – Parenting Workshop Narrogin

Date: Saturday, April 5th, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: John Higgins Community Centre

Cost: Free

Join other parents for an engaging parenting workshop with the renowned Maggie Dent in Narrogin! Learn valuable insights and practical tips on parenting in today’s world. This in-person event will take place at the John Higgins Community Centre. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other parents and enhance your parenting skills!

Please arrive at 9:40am to find seating and grab a bite to eat, for a prompt 10am start.

Any questions or queries please reach out to Emmalee 0428 929 550 or Hannah 0437 858 079

Link: Maggie Dent Saturday 5 April

Important Dates

All important dates can be viewed on the school app via the calendar and on the class Term Letters. Of particular note:

Take Care,

Susan Milton