Friday, 20th February 2026

Message from the Principal

School Advisory Council (SAC) 2026

Explanation of School Advisory Council

The School Advisory Council is a group of parents that provide feedback and ideas about the school. This allows the principal and other leadership team members to get some insight into the school from a parent’s perspective. An example of this is getting parent feedback around our school reports.

At Resurrection our SAC also acts as a Parents and Friends groups that organises events such as the mothers and Father’s Day stall and our Easter and Christmas Raffle, often calling upon other parents to support.

All parents are welcome to nominate themselves for the SAC. It doesn't matter if you are new to the school or have been here for a long time.

The Resurrection staff that are on the SAC are:

Adrian Glasby- Principal

Matt Dalton- Deputy Principal

Marie Dorazio - Community and Wellbeing

A typical SAC has from around 5 to 8 parent members. With 8 being the maximum. The commitment for 2026 is one meeting per term. The meetings begin at 7pm and are finished by 8.30pm at the latest.

I’m asking for any parents that are interested in being part of the SAC to email me at principal@rskingspark.catholic.edu.au nominating themselves with the heading SAC and your name and the names and grades of your child/children in the main body of the email. Please do this by Friday February 27. I’m also requesting that existing members do this as well, to show that they still wish to be part of the SAC by re-nominating.

2026 Dates

Thursday March 5
Thursday May 21
Thursday August 20

Thursday November 12

Best wishes

Deputy Principal

Parent Teacher Interviews - Thank you!

What a wonderful opportunity to build connections and share important information about your child with their teacher. We thank you for making the time to attend an interview on Thursday

and appreciate your continued support in your child’s education.

Seesaw - Have you signed into your Seesaw account lately?

Seesaw is a digital learning platform that we use at Resurrection. It increases student engagement by allowing students to demonstrate learning through multimedia portfolios. It also acts as a bridge between home and school, providing teachers with tools to assign lessons, while families gain insight into what their child is learning about at school.

Family Curriculum Overviews

Keep an eye out for the Term 1 curriculum overviews for families which will be posted to Seesaw and the school website for your reference. This gives a great snapshot of what learning is taking place at school and even highlights some helpful tips for you to support learning at home. Special dates are also listed on the overview that are relevant to your child’s year level.

nForma forms

As you are aware, we have transitioned to a new platform. Nforma is now the only location where families can read and respond to important notes such as camps, excursions, incursions and special events.

If you haven’t logged into the nPortal app, please do so and respond to any outstanding items. We do not wish for any child to miss out on any excursions or learning opportunities!

If you are experiencing any difficulties, please contact the school office.

Parent Teacher Interviews for 5C

Parent Teacher Interviews for 5C have been rescheduled for parents/careers students in 5C for Wednesday 25th February. They will take place from 12.45pm to 8pm with Ms Stewart. Bookings are now open using this link: https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code/ue6sw

Please note that this will be a normal school day for the students.

The bookings are allocated to 15minute time slots to allow teachers to meet with each family.

Parent Helper Training Program

A friendly reminder that if your interested in Parent Helper Training to complete the Nforma form by Monday 23rd February. The Parent Helper sessions will run on Tuesday 24th February at 2.15pm & Thursday 26th February to 8.45am.

School Closure Day Monday February 23

Just a reminder that there is no school for students on this day.

Our staff will spend the day to further develop their knowledge and skill so that they can be the best that they can be for our students.

Wellbeing, Child Safety & Community Leader

REMINDER TO ALL PARENTS… Recent laws have banned Social Media for kids under 16

Here are some quick tips for supporting your child/ren during this time of change:

Listen closely, and with empathy, to what they have to say.
Don’t dismiss or minimise their feelings about the situation.
Help them to practise acceptance by discussing what they can and can’t control.
Encourage positive wellbeing behaviours such as exercise or journalling.
Support them to build offline friendships to prevent isolation and loneliness.
Find ways to spend positive time offline together as a family.

40 days of Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving

Donation Drive

As part of our response to the Lenten pillar of Almsgiving, our school wide Social Justice initiatives this Lent are our annual donation drives. Each class has been provided with a Project Compassion box, and each level a St. Vincent de Paul basket.

SUNDAY GOSPEL

1st Sunday of Lent - Year A

We Reflect

Strange as it may seem to us so soon after Advent and Christmas, but this is the first Sunday of Lent. On Ash Wednesday, we began our Lenten Pilgrimage with Jesus as we prepare to celebrate Easter. However, we have some way to go with Jesus and each other before we can experience the joy and new life of Easter.

Our gospel this Sunday sees Jesus being led into the desert. Why was Jesus led or driven in to the desert?

The desert in Jewish history is very important. When God freed and saved the People of Israel from slavery in Egypt, they spent forty years in the desert. They wandered and sometimes got lost as they tried to find their way to the Promised Land. This was not an easy journey for them. At times they lost faith in each other and in God. They forgot the promise that God made with them; ‘I will be your God and you will be my people.’ As they made their way through the desert, many would have stopped travelling and settled near the closest oasis or watering hole. Some others would have joined others tribes and religions that they met on along the way. Famously, when they were at their lowest, they made a statue of a golden calf and began to worship it. They had forgotten where they had come from, what God had done for them and lost sight of where God was leading them.

It is no surprise that we begin Lent with Jesus in the desert. Like his ancestors, he too is tried, tested and tempted. However, Jesus refused to give up or give in so quickly or so easily.

As we begin our own Lenten journey today, we need to recall and remember that we are not setting out on this journey on our own. God is with us walking by our side very step of way. When we are tempted, we need to follow the example of Jesus. He did not rely on his own strength. He turned to God and asked for help which he received. We will not be able to walk the Lenten journey on our own. We need to realise that like Jesus, we too need God’s help, support, guidance and protection. Whenever we feel tired or ready to give up or give in, we need to turn to God for encouragement. We know that God will be with us during Lent as God was with Jesus when he was in the desert. God will never leave us alone.

We Read Matthew 4: 1 - 11

At that time Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil.

He fasted for forty days and forty nights,

and afterwards he was hungry.

The tempter approached and said to him,

“If you are the Son of God, command that these stones become loaves of bread.”

He said in reply,

“It is written:

One does not live on bread alone,

but on every word that comes forth

from the mouth of God.”

Then the devil took him to the holy city,

and made him stand on the parapet of the temple, and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down.

For it is written:

He will command his angels concerning you

and with their hands they will support you,

lest you dash your foot against a stone.”

Jesus answered him,

“Again it is written, You shall not put the Lord, your God, to the test.”

Then the devil took him up to a very high mountain,and showed him all the kingdoms of the world in their magnificence, and he said to him, ""All these I shall give to you, if you will prostrate yourself and worship me.”

At this, Jesus said to him,

“Get away, Satan!

It is written: The Lord, your God, shall you worship and him alone shall you serve.”

Then the devil left him and, behold,

angels came and ministered to him.

The Gospel of the Lord

Praise to You Lord Jesus Christ!

Parish News

Lent at Resurrection:

St Vincent de Paul

Grocery bags from St Vincent de Paul will be available at the back of the church. Parishioners are encouraged to take a bag and fill it with non‑perishable items that are within their use‑by date.

Caritas Project Compassion 2026

Caritas invites us to take part in their 40‑day campaign supporting vulnerable communities both here and around the world. Throughout Lent, parishioners are encouraged to pray, fast, and give in solidarity with those in need. Your generosity helps Caritas continue its vital mission of compassion, justice, and hope.

Monday & Tuesday - 9.30am Mass with the Prayer of the Church. Prior to the Mass there will be 20 minutes of Christian Meditation.

Wednesday - 9.30am to 12.00pm Communion Service and Rosary

Wednesday Christ's Catholic Community Prayer Group 6.30pm - 8pm. Reflection on Sunday readings, rosary and praying for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

Thursday - 6pm Mass with the Prayer of the Church. Prior to the Mass there will be 20 minutes of Christian Meditation. At the conclusion of Mass there will be the Divine Mercy Chaplet.

Saturday - Gospel Reflection at 10am

Life is a Journey – Six-Day Retreat Invitation

The focus of this retreat:

“I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.” — Jer-emiah 31:3

Life is a Journey is a six-day retreat inviting you to reflect on your life through the lens of God’s gentle and faithful presence. Each day offers space to explore themes of longing, grace, surrender, the Cross, and the healing power of the present moment. Rooted in the Heart of Christ Jesus, this retreat is not about reaching a destination but about discovering God walking with you in every step. You’ll return home each day with time to reflect and come back ready to go deeper. Come as you are — the journey begins with love.

The details of this retreat:

Date: 23rd - 28th March -

Subject to level of interest there will be two sessions each day one at 10am and the same session repeated at 7pm. The retreat will be held in the Church.

Each session will run for one hour; the cost is $50 for the whole retreat.

The retreat will be led by Fr Chris McPhee a Missionary of the Sacred Heart Priest who has served in parish, formation, and leadership roles throughout Australia and internationally from 2017 - 2023. He was Provincial of the MSCs in Australia, guiding the province through significant transitions with a focus on hope, transparency, and pastoral care.

Registration - If you would like to take part in the parish retreat, you may register by adding your name to the signup sheet at the back of the Church next week.

Student of the Week Awards: Week 4

Six B

Georgia Tankey

Santa O - For demonstrating outstanding respect by supporting others and contributing positively to our classroom community.

Six C

Rosie Nojek

Emily K - For contributing her ideas to class discussions and working cooperatively with others.

Japanese:

Yumiko Aiki

Miranda S (5B) - For consistently taking responsibility in completing Japanese work and demonstrating strong participation in Japanese class. Keep up your positive attitude and fantastic work ethic!

Performing Arts:

Jody Banks

Elijah C (5B) - For displaying excellent musicianship and understanding when reading and playing complex rhythmic notation with drumsticks. Keep up the fantastic music skills, Elijah!

Visual Arts:

Emma Lyons-Pell & Tosh Kaan

Vihaan K (6B) - For using humour and your drawing skills to create visual displays for our art routines and expectations. The middles especially enjoyed viewing your drawing of cleaning up ‘Messi’. Well done!

S T E M:

Joanne Abos-Padilla

Elizabeth C (6C) - For showing excellent research skills using Google Earth to explore habitats. You used technology confidently, made careful observations, and worked cooperatively with a partner.

P.E:

Isaac C (5A) - For your high level of enthusiasm and participation in our basketball session. The coaches and I were impressed by your hard work and strong dribbling skills. Excellent work, keep it up!

Three A

Claudette Petruccelli

Rosy T - For demonstrating respect and responsibility by taking pride in her learning and making positive choices in the classroom.

Oscar V - for settling into a new school and being resilient in learning the Resurrection way.

Three B

Jake Maloney

Ayom M - For showcasing her great memory and active listening skills during a think/pair/share. Well done, Ayom!

Four A

Lena Aloi

Estela P - For showing great pride in her work and space, keeping everything neat and organised. Well done!

Josipa O - For showing initiative in her learning by raising her hand and contributing to class discussions. Well done!

Four B

Isabelle Pisano

David G -For beginning the year with a positive attitude and a strong commitment to learning.

Mary C - For growing perseverance and a positive attitude toward learning, showing effort and determination each day.

Four C

Vanessa Axiak

Blake H - The smile and the positive attitude that you bring to the classroom everyday.

Vanessa M - For demonstrating resilience by not being afraid to take risks and try new things.

Five A

Jane Huang

Alize B - For being a respective and responsible learner by always following the instructions and trying to focus on learning tasks.

Willow S - For consistently showing initiative in her learning during class discussion and independent learning activity.

Five B

Malae Suaesi

Frankie G - For outstanding thinking during numeracy. You did a fantastic job collecting data and using a dot plot graph to show your results clearly. Well done!

Six A

Katherine Salloum

Austin J - for showing great dedication and persistence each and every day. The growth that you have made, both academically and socially, has been so wonderful to see Austin. Keep this up as you head into Year 7!

Six A

Kurt Caguin

Henry T - For taking initiative with class jobs and being a positive influence to our classroom culture.

Christmas Raffle Money

The money raised from the Christmas Carol Raffle last year was spent to upgrade the children with new sporting balls. Here are a few pictures of the balls that was purchased.

TERM ONE DATES 2026

Week 6

Monday 2nd March

Years P-2 Assembly at 2:30pm

Tuesday 3rd March

Leadership meeting at 3:30pm

Wednesday 4th March

Prep testing (Day 6 of 6)

Thursday 5th March

Year 5 Interrelate session 3
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
School Advisory Council (SAC) - 7pm

Friday 6th March

Middle School Year Level Mass 9am
Year 4 Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday 7th March

Sunday 8th March

Third Sunday of Lent

Week 8

Monday 16th March

Year P - 2 Assembly at 2:30pm
NAPLAN Window

Tuesday 17th March

PSGs
Leadership meeting at 3:30pm
NAPLAN Window

Wednesday 18th March

Junior Year Level Mass 9am
PSGs
NAPLAN Window

Thursday 19th March

PSGs
NAPLAN Window
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm

Friday 20th March

PSGs
NAPLAN Window

Saturday 21st March

Sunday 22nd March

Fifth Sunday of Lent

Week 10

Monday 30th March

Years 3 - 6 Athletics Day
Years P-2 Assembly at 2:30pm

Tuesday 31st March

Year 5 Camp - Cave Hill Creek
Leadership meeting at 3:30pm

Wednesday 1st April

Year 5 Camp - Cave Hill Creek

Thursday 2nd April

Year 5 Camp - Cave Hill Creek
Last day of Term 1 - 3:15pm dismissal
No staff meeting today

Friday 3rd April

School Closure: Public Holiday - Good Friday

Saturday 4th April

Sunday 5th April

Easter Sunday

Week 5

Monday 23rd February

School Closure: Staff Professional Learning - TRW

Tuesday 24th February

Open Day for prospective families (9:30am)

Wednesday 25th February

Prep testing (Day 5 of 6)

Open Night for prospective families (7pm)

Thursday 26th February

Senior School Year Level Mass 9am

Year 5 Interrelate session 2

Staff Meeting at 3:30pm

Friday 27th February

Saturday 28th February

Sunday 1st March

Second Sunday of Lent

Week 7

Monday 9th March

Preps begin full time this week
Year 3 - 6 Assembly at 2:30pm

Tuesday 10th March

Curriculum team meeting all day in the parish

Wednesday 11th March

Year 6 Camp to Campaspe Downs
NAPLAN Window Opens Today

Thursday 12th March

Year 6 Camp to Campaspe Downs
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
North-western zone - Leadership Dinner
NAPLAN Window

Friday 13th March

Year 6 Camp to Campaspe Downs
NAPLAN Window

Saturday 14th March

Sunday 15th March

Fourth Sunday of Lent

Week 9

Monday 23rd March

Year 3 - 6 Assembly at 2:30pm
NAPLAN Window Closes Today

Tuesday 24th March

Student Engagement Team Meeting all day in the parish

Wednesday 25th March

Principal Conference (VAPSP)

Thursday 26th March

Prep & Buddies Year Level Mass 9am
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
Principal Conference (VAPSP)

Friday 27th March

Principal Conference (VAPSP)

Saturday 28th March

Sunday 29th March

Palm Sunday

Term 1 Week 4 of 10