Dean of Primary - 27 March
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
At the end of next week, we will see Term 1 come to an end. So much has already been packed into nine weeks, and we still have Year 6 Camp and Year 5 Grandparents Morning to finish off a great term.
In the past fortnight, the Year 5 boys have completed the NAPLAN testing schedule. All boys did a great job; they tried their best and also created an environment that supported each other. Well done boys! Thanks must also go to all staff who facilitated the tests, especially Jock Scahill for his excellent co-ordination of the preparation and testing schedules.
I also wish to congratulate all boys who have been involved in any of the Term1 co-curricular programs. Football this week already transitioned into Term 2 trials. The recent morning music concerts have been excellent, while the Mini Vinnies crew have done amazing work this term leading several successful fundraising initiatives and preparing for upcoming events in Term 2.
REPORT CARDS/ PARENT -TEACHER- INTERVIEWS
Interim Reports will be published in Parent Lounge and Student Café on Thursday, 2 April. I hope all boys can be proud of their achievements this term and that their Report Card reflects a strong start to 2026.
Parent-Teacher Interviews will be conducted on Monday, 27 April (1:45-6:30pm) and on Wednesday, 6 May (3:30-7:00pm). Details for booking appointments will be emailed soon. Interviews will be delivered via “Teams” in an online format. The use of technology for Parent- Teacher Interviews in recent years has been overwhelmingly successful. We encourage the boys to be involved where possible and sit with parents for the interviews, to ensure consistent understanding of messages and feedback. Early notice for parents: that school will conclude at 1:10pm on Monday, 27 April to accommodate the interviews
TERM 2 TRANSPORT—TUESDAYS
Term 2 Rugby and Football Training will commence in Week 1, on Tuesday, 21 April. Any changes to weekly transport arrangements from Runcorn should be communicated to the Primary Office by Monday morning (9:00am) at the very latest each week to ensure rolls are correct. All boys should continue to wear HPE uniform to school on Tuesdays next term as was the routine in Term 1.
GRANDPARENTS MORNING (Year 5)
Year 5 Grandparents morning is being held next Wednesday, 1 April from 8:45am-10:30am. We ask all Grandparents to gather outside the Chapel by 8:45am. The boys will come across and greet their special guests after the class rolls have been marked and they will then walk them to classrooms for the morning. After some activities, a light morning tea will be supplied and shared between the boys and their grandparents.
PRIMARY MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION
Please see the invitation in the Events section for the Primary Mother’s Day Celebration being held next term on Thursday, 7 May. Further information and reminders will be provided, but please note the date on the invitation for early planning.
We will be sharing a heartwarming photo story on the morning, and we would love to include a special photo of you and your son(s). If you have a cherished photo that you'd like to share, please send it to primary@slc.qld.edu.auby Friday, 24 April.
In this Edition of the Primary Newsletter, you can also read about Curriculum Updates, Music, Upcoming Events and Laurie Journey winners.
We are looking forward to a really positive finish to the term next week.
Regards
Alicia Sheehan
Dean of Primary School (Acting) / Head of Year 5
Kind Regards,
Alicia Sheehan
Acting Dean of Primary