What's Happening - Reminders & Updates! 6th March 2025
- Calendar of Events
- Term Dates
- NWCPS Swimming Carnival - Tuesday 11 March
- School Swimming Program - Tuesday 18th - Friday 24th March
- School Fees - First Instalment
- Devonport Junior Soccer Roster
- Enrolment Open Night and Guided Tours
- Principal Award
- Student of the Week
- School Wide Positive Behaviour Award
- St Patrick's Day Celebrations
- BOOK CLUB
- St Brendan Shaw College Instrumental Program
- Inquiring Minds
- School Improvement Surveys
- St Patrick's Day Celebrations
- DJSA Development Centre
- Cricket Tasmania
- Latrobe Football Club
- Junior Netball - Autumn Roster
- Bluff to Boat Ramp
- St Patrick’s Catholic Church
- Allergy Aware School
2025
Term 1 - Friday 7th February - Thursday 10th April
Term 2 - Monday 28th April - Friday 4th July
Term 3 - Tuesday 22nd July - Friday 26th September
Term 4 - Tuesday 14th October - Thursday 18th December
*Student Free Days Friday 11th April, Monday 21st July, Monday 13th October.
(Easter - Good Friday 18th April, Easter Monday 21st April, Easter Tuesday 22nd April)
This year our 9-day school swimming program will commence on Tuesday, 18th March and run until Friday, 28th March. Years 3,4 & 5 will complete the full 9-day program. Year 1 students will attend for 4 days (Tuesday 18th - Friday 21st), and Year 2 will attend for 5 days (Monday 24th - Friday 28th)
This is a curriculum-based program; therefore, we ask that families do not attend lessons during the swimming program.
Some important considerations include:
- Clothing items are to be clearly labelled with your child’s name.
- Students may wear their PE uniform to and from school for the duration of the swimming program.
- A bathing cap is essential – students will not be permitted to swim without a cap.
- Students will walk to and from the venue under the supervision of school staff.
- Children should bring a plastic bag in which to put their wet bathers, bathing cap and wet towel.
- Goggles (may be worn when permitted by the instructor).
- Students may wear bathers to school, however, they will require clean underclothes to change into - students are not to wear wet bathers underneath their school uniform: it would be beneficial if families support us by encouraging their children to dry and dress themselves at home in preparation for the swimming program.
- Sunscreen must be worn and will be supplied by the school, but it is the responsibility of each student to apply it - help will be provided (if required) for Year 1 and 2 students.
Students will experience a variety of activities aimed at increasing confidence in the water and improving swimming skills. The Swimming Program is part of our Physical Education Curriculum and all students are expected to participate.
Parents of any Year 6 student who believe their child would benefit by being involved in this program, which is aimed at developing a recognized and efficient swimming technique, are asked to please contact Mrs Aylott or the school office prior to Friday 7th March. This involvement would be applicable for any Year 6 student who is not a competent, confident swimmer. Any Year 6 student would join the Year 5 class in their sessions.
On the 28th February the first instalments for 2025 school fees were due. Thank you to families who have returned their Payment Arrangement form indicating their payment plan and payment method. To families who have not returned their Payment Arrangement form, please complete this as soon as convenient. This form needs to be completed and signed by both parents/guardians (as per your child’s enrolment form). The form will then be in place for the duration of your child/s enrolment.
School Fees - Early payment discount
A 3% early payment discount will be offered on Fees (tuition fees only) if paid in full before the 31st March 2025. Please reduce your full fees by the listed discount below if paying in full by the 31st March 2025. To families who have already paid in full, a credit has been applied to your account to be used at a later date.
- 1 student family, discount of $56.70 = $2,143.30
- 2 student family, discount of $113.40 = $3,976.60
- 3 student family, discount of $153.09 = $5,259.91
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your 2025 school fees and payment arrangements, please do not hesitate to contact me via the school (6426 1626) or email (melinda.daunt@catholic.tas.
The 2025 Soccer Season will commence on Saturday, 5th April. As in previous years, there will be two rostered games before the first term break for school holidays, and will then recommence on Saturday, 3rd May.
Students from Kinder to Year 6 can register to play in the 2025 season. Registrations will open this week. All teams will require a coach who must be registered on the Football Australia website and must complete the school-issued safeguard briefing and hold a current WWVP card.
I have been assured that the registration website will be much easier to navigate this year! Further information will be forwarded to families as we receive it.
St Patrick’s Day Family Fun Afternoon
Monday, 17th March.
To celebrate St Patrick’s Day, we are hosting a range of activities.
- Mass-9.30am in the school hall.
- Lunch: Special student lunch-Hot Potatoes. Order via the QKR App.
- From 1.30pm, parents may collect their child/children from the classroom and accompany them in a range of free and small charge activities. Students who do not have parents attending will be supervised by their classroom teacher. Please complete the RSVP note on Compass if you are attending the afternoon. The afternoon will conclude at 2.50pm.
- There will be stalls of treats, produce, preserves and craft. Students may bring money for purchases.
We are kindly asking for donations from families for items for the stall. Food items require a list of ingredients. Items may be dropped into the school office.
Research shows that the first five years of a child’s life are critical for their development. The experiences they have can shape who they become as an adult. We realise the importance of these years, and ensure that our SETUP sessions are full of play-based activities that allow children to investigate and learn in their own way.
Lots of time spent playing, talking, listening and interacting with you helps your child learn the skills they need for life. These skills include communicating, thinking, solving problems, moving and being with other people and children. That’s why our SETUP sessions allow children time for provocative play and exploring both on their own and with other children. We offer arts and crafts, story time, interactive games and activities as well as outside play.
Our first session begins on Wednesday 26th February. The sessions will run on Wednesdays from 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. in the school hall. Please bring a piece of fruit to share, a hat and drink bottle. Tea and coffee is provided for parents/carers. We hope to see you there!
Insight SRC is conducting this survey on behalf of St Patrick's Catholic School and Catholic Education Tasmania. It is designed to assist schools in gaining an understanding of parents' perceptions of their children’s experience of school.
The results will benefit everyone within the school by providing valuable information about how the school can use staff, student and parent input to plan programs and activities to improve your child's experience at school.
While your participation is voluntary, it is important to remember that the success of this important project is dependent on the involvement of all parents. Surveys will be emailed to families the week beginning Monday 24th March.
- Netta (grades 2,3 & 4)
- Primary (grades 5&6)
- Starts Saturday 15th March
- 8:30am & 9:45am time slots
- Devon netball courts, Spreyton
- Links to register a player to Woolworths Netta: https://www.playhq.com/netball-australia/register/e88f37
Event Details:
What - Bluff 2 Boat Ramp
Date: March 16th
Location: Haines Park 
Goal: The school with the largest registered team wins $2,000!
Mersey Leven Catholic Parish
Mersey Leven Catholic Parish is a Catholic community of many people who seek together to live and share the joy of the Gospel.
Parish Office: 90 Stewart St Devonport
Wednesday - Friday 9am - 2pm
Phone: 036424 2783
Email: merseyleven@aohtas.org.au
See the Parish website for more information