Issue #1
Term 1, 2021

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It has been a wonderful start to the new academic year, and I would like to warmly welcome both new and returning families to SFX for 2021. 

It is always fantastic to see such enthusiastic children who are ready to learn, and it certainly promises to be an exciting Term 1.

I would like to take this opportunity to remind families that the school gates open in the mornings at 8.30am, so please do not enter the grounds before this time unless you have a meeting with your child's teacher. In the afternoons, gates are open at 3pm.

Please continue to peruse this Newsletter for information regarding the reintroduction of our Coffee 'n' Chat mornings, Parent Information Night / Picnic, as well as much more!

Thank you for your support, and I look forward to working with you to provide the best possible learning outcomes for your children.

We are excited to welcome the following new staff to SFX in 2021:

Our Parent Information Night is being held next Thursday, 4th February, followed by a School Picnic. Due to COVID-19 social distancing regulations please note that:

• Only one family member per household may attend the Parent Information Night (additional family members may attend the Picnic).
• Each classroom teacher will do an individual presentation as opposed to presenting as a combined Learning Team.

As from 8th February, QR codes will be mandatory at all metropolitan primary schools. The QR codes will be at our three main entrances to the school and classrooms. If you do not have a smartphone you will need to sign in manually at the Front Office. More information will be issued in the next few weeks following advice from Catholic Education SA.

Please ensure that you remain vigilant and adhere to strict guidelines as issued by Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) in relation to bringing fruit to school. The latest information can be accessed via the following link: https://pir.sa.gov.au/biosecurity/fruit_fly_in_sa/faqs 

Please refer to our 2021 Parent Handbook for up to date school information, including our annual school calendar. The Handbook, including the calendar is subject to change, and the latest edition can be found on our website.

The vast majority of children have come back wearing the school uniform correctly, which has been extremely pleasing to see. 

Just a reminder that all white sneakers must have white shoelaces. We have witnessed a few children with coloured laces, and it would be appreciated if those families could please change these over the weekend.

There is a phase out period of 2 years for our "old" uniform, so we do expect and understand that there will be a variety of uniforms being worn across the school.

Please remember that a "no hat, no play" rule applies unless advised otherwise.

We are pleased to advise that we are reintroducing our Coffee 'n' Chat each Friday morning (immediately after school drop-off). We are trialling a new spot for Coffee 'n' Chat, and you will find us outside of the new Front Office. This is a great way to meet other members of the school community, and we hope to see you there!

Ciao e Bentornato! Hello and welcome back! 

I hope you have had a restful and peaceful break. I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself as Acting APRIM for Term 1. 

I have quickly been moved by the warmth and kindness of the SFX community and I have appreciated the hellos, the smiles and the conversations so far. I look forward to meeting many more of you in the school yard or classroom.