We have come to the end of a very different and very difficult term.

The Victorian Premier, Mr Andrews, recently gave us a glimmer of hope that we may be able to begin the return to on site learning. He stated that all students will continue to learn from home in the week beginning 5 October (Week 1 of Term 4). He also stated that students from P–2 will be returning to onsite learning from Monday 12 October, while students from Year 3 – 10 will continue to learn at home. In light of this announcement, and due to the structure of our composite classes, applying this to our context means that the Prep/1 class will return to on site learning on Monday 12 October while all other classes continue remote learning. We hope to be able to welcome the remaining classes back to on site learning from 26 October; however, this is subject to further government announcements. This is welcome news for our school community and the staff look forward to having students on site next term.

As restrictions slowly begin to ease, some of our parents may return to work as essential workers. If this is the case, there remain strict protocols about sending your children to school. If you believe you need to send your child/ren to school because you are an essential worker, please contact the school as soon as possible to see if you are eligible.

Term 3 has been a very challenging and tiring term to navigate for our students, teachers and parents. The upcoming holiday period is very welcome and needed. The school wishes all members of our community a very restful and relaxing holiday. We hope you continue to remain safe, and find time to recharge, so that we can be ready for Term 4. May God continue to give you strength, peace and the hope of better times ahead.