Dean of Primary- 22 August
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Welcome to the middle of Term 3. Classrooms are very busy at the moment, with units of work in full swing.
Walkathon
On Friday, 8 August, we celebrated the Solidarity Mass and joined with the Secondary boys for the Walkathon. It was again a magnificent event. It is so important to our school culture to do something for others. Lauries boys are famous for caring for others and lending a hand, and the Walkathon was a perfect example of that spirit. Well done to all boys on demonstrating their “Heart of Gold” and care for others by walking and collecting donations. The “House” charities will benefit greatly from the generous total of more than $42000 raised by the Primary boys alone.
Sports Day
Last Wednesday, we gathered at our sports fields at Runcorn for the “House Sports Day”. It was a fantastic community event, full of spirit and enthusiasm. The day was enjoyed by both the boys and their families and we hope you had a fantastic day.
Queensland Catholic Music Festival
Well done to all the music staff and boys who took part in the festival! Your dedication and enthusiasm shone brightly, delivering exceptional performances and remarkable results.
Year 5 2026 Enrolment Period
Enrolment interviews for Year Five, 2027 are almost complete. If you know a family who is interested in joining Lauries in 2027 (Year Five), please check with them to ensure they have submitted their application. It is worth noting that the main reason prospective parents nominate Lauries as a school of choice, is the strength of our community. Many families describe the boys as being respectful, down to earth, caring and proud. The parents in our community are observed as being very positive and welcoming, and our staff are well known for being highly professional and committed to supporting each individual boy. All of this is true and makes our school appealing to prospective families. It certainly makes us very proud to hear these characteristics used to describe Lauries and the amazing people in our community.
Father’s Day
We are really looking forward to the Primary Father’s Day evening celebration coming up on Wednesday, 3 September (Week 8). As previously advertised, it will start with a sausage sizzle outside ERPAC at 4:00pm. At 4:45pm we will then move inside to watch a movie with dad. The movie will be “How to Train your Dragon”. It has a PG rating and siblings are most welcome to come along as well.
ATTENTION Year 6 Parents
Year 7 Orientation Day 5 September 2026
The Orientation Day for Year 7 2026 will be held on Friday, 5 September. All current Year 6 Lauries boys are required to attend the day with all incoming students.
Please see information regarding the day below from Michelle Guerrero (Head of Middle School Students)
We look forward to meeting with our Year 7 2026 cohort on Friday, 5 September to begin their transition to Middle School. The day will provide students with the opportunity to meet their Head of House, House Mentor and start their Lauries Journey with the full cohort. It is important that all students are present on the day, not only to meet key people in their Middle School Lauries Journey, but to meet the new students who are joining our community.
Key Details:
- 8.30am: Students will meet in the Primary Courtyard, then move to ERPAC with teachers to join new incoming students.
- Dress: SLC sports uniform. (White house shirts)
- Bring: Hat and water bottle. No laptops required.
- Finish: The day concludes at 2.30pm.
- Morning tea and Lunch provided. (Dietary requirements need to be indicated via the information previously sent by our Comms Team.)
Parents are not required to attend on the day. There will be a short presentation to the parents of students who are new to St Laurence's College community which you are welcome to attend if you desire.
Important Notice for 2026
If your son is not returning to St Laurence’s College in 2026, please inform me in writing (cwigan@slc.qld.edu.au) by the last day of Term 3 (19 September) at the very latest. There are many families on the waiting list who are enquiring about positions available, and we would love to offer enrolment opportunities if there are spaces.
In this edition of the Primary Newsletter, you can also read about Curriculum Updates, Music, Date Claimers - Upcoming Events and Lauries Journey Awards.
I hope you have a wonderful couple of weeks.
Kind Regards,
Cameron Wigan
Dean of Primary