Term 1 Week 8 of 10
Friday, 19th March 2026
Message from the Principal
Dear parents and carers,
What an exciting week we had last week with our Year 6 students on camp, a special visit from
Fr. Nestus and a visit from Bishop Martin Aishe to our school and Parish. On Sunday Bishop Martin spoke highly about the strong relationship between the School and the Parish and the shared commitment to the faith formation of our students. This week Mr Dalton, Mrs Aclan, some student leaders and I attended the St Patrick’s Day Mass and Catholic Education Week celebrations at St Patrick's Cathedral. It was a wonderful experience to celebrate along with other Catholic schools and a reminder of the passion about Catholic education that we all have.
Easter Hampers
The fundraising committee are asking all students to bring in donations of the following items:
● Chocolate Easter Eggs
● Hampers or Baskets
● Ribbons / Cellophane
● Anything else Easter related!
We are asking students to bring these items into school by Friday 27th March. The donations can be given to your child’s classroom teacher or the front office. The raffle will be drawn on 2nd April 2026. We have made buying the raffle tickets easier. You can do it by this link. It's $1 per ticket. Money raised will go towards more sports equipment for our students.
2027 Prep Enrolments Are Now Open
We are already receiving many enrolment applications from new families, which is a wonderful sign!
To assist us in our preparation and planning, we are encouraging our current parents to please collect and complete an enrolment form and to return it as soon as possible.
Best wishes
Deputy Principal
Congratulations - NAPLAN
A big congratulations to our Year 3 and Year 5 students for finishing their four NAPLAN assessments this week. Considering they also battled with a Nationwide computer outage is testament to their efforts and resilience they displayed throughout the testing period.
We know that NAPLAN is a one-off assessment. It assesses skills developed in writing, reading, conventions of language (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy.
What we want the children to remember is that NAPLAN cannot assess:
· How kind you are
· What an amazing friend you are
· How creative you are
· Your sports skills
· Your music skills
· Your ability to make others laugh and smile
· How special and unique you are.
So, remember, NAPLAN is one test on one day. Our students are amazing EVERY DAY!
Before and After School
A friendly reminder that no large sports equipment e.g. soccer balls, basketballs, footballs are not permitted to be used before or after school. This is a safety precaution as we have many small children, parents and grandparents on site who are not expecting to be struck by a stray ball.
We also ask that bikes, e-bikes and scooters are not used while on school grounds. Please walk these items to the gates before using them.
Commissioning Mass for New Staff
More than 200 first-year graduate teachers were officially welcomed to Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) at a Commissioning Mass, celebrated by Archbishop Peter A Comensoli at St Patrick’s Cathedral. Our school was represented by two of our new staff, Amy Curmi and Isabella Pisano.
Representing many of the 290 primary and secondary schools across the MACS system, the annual event warmly embraces graduates into the teaching profession.
Following the Commissioning Mass, graduate teachers made their way to the Catholic Leadership Centre to take part in an induction program.
Warmly blessed by Archbishop Peter A Comensoli at St Patrick's Cathedral, the ‘newbies’ were full of smiles, excitement and lots of hope and joy for the future.
We can’t wait to watch them inspire, educate and make a difference.
Times Tables Rockstars
The Times Tables Rockstars worldwide competition ran for 3 days. 621 schools took part and here at Resurrection we finished in 560th place!!!
4B ranked highest at Resurrection, followed by 5B and 5C.
Our top students were:
Alicia V 5B
Lenix M 5C
Mia Bi4B
Ryan D 4C
Akot L 3A
Madeleine V 3B
Our second place students were:
Elijah C 5B
Moses T 5C
Mila M 4B
Sahasrith R 4C
Aluk G 3B
Our third place students were:
Bei L 5B
Victor T 5C
David G 4B
Mary 4C
Kaira K 3B
Congratulations and well done to all students who participated and thank you to our staff who encouraged and supported them.
There will be more competitions throughout the year for all to enjoy, so keep an eye out for those.
Wellbeing, Child Safety & Community Leader
The BUDDY ZONE
Easter Bun Fundraiser – Orders Now Open
We’re excited to announce that our annual Easter Bun Fundraiser is just around the corner. This is a wonderful opportunity to stock up on some delicious buns while supporting our school at the same time.
To place your order, simply select the following link :http://resurrection-catholic-primary-school.square.site/ or scan the QR code below and follow the prompts.
All orders will close on Monday, 23rd March, so be sure to get in early.
Your Easter buns will be distributed on Wednesday, 1st April, just in time for the holiday break.
Thank you all for your continued support. Fundraisers like this make a real difference, and we truly appreciate the generosity and involvement of our school community.
Learning Diversity
Thank you to all the parents and carers who took the time to meet with us to discuss your child’s learning goals at school. We greatly value your involvement and partnership in supporting your child’s progress.
This week, the school will be sending out Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs) to families via Adobe. The document will require a signature from both you and your child’s teacher so please keep an eye on your inbox for this notification and check your ‘junk’ folder.
Religious Education
Quick, short clips for children to learn more about their faith, ‘Hey Sister!’ by ICON ministry is a great option for screen time. Featuring Sister Lawrence, a religious sister who is local to our area and produced by Fr. Rob Galea’s ministry, the first episode explores the Lenten season!
SUNDAY GOSPEL
4th Sunday of Lent - Year A
Some in the crowd who heard these words of Jesus said,
"This is truly the Prophet."
Others said, "This is the Christ."
But others said, "The Christ will not come from Galilee, will he?
Does not Scripture say that the Christ will be of David's family
and come from Bethlehem, the village where David lived?"
So a division occurred in the crowd because of him.
Some of them even wanted to arrest him,
but no one laid hands on him.
So the guards went to the chief priests and Pharisees,
who asked them, "Why did you not bring him?"
The guards answered, "Never before has anyone spoken like this man."
So the Pharisees answered them, "Have you also been deceived?
Have any of the authorities or the Pharisees believed in him?
But this crowd, which does not know the law, is accursed."
Nicodemus, one of their members who had come to him earlier, said to them,
"Does our law condemn a man before it first hears him
and finds out what he is doing?"
They answered and said to him,
"You are not from Galilee also, are you?
Look and see that no prophet arises from Galilee."
Then each went to his own house
Parish News
Mass of the Anointing of the Sick
Held on Saturday, 21st March at 10.00am
We invite all parishioners, especially the elderly, those who are unwell, and anyone in need of healing to join us for the Mass of the Anointing of the Sick.
Light refreshments will be served afterwards
Life is a Journey —Parish Retreat (23–28 March)
You are warmly invited to join our parish retreat; Life is a journey — a gentle week of personal reflection and prayer. Each session is just one hour, with no group discussions.
Daily sessions:
Monday–Friday: choose 10 AM or 7 PM
Saturday: final gathering at 10 AM
Themes include Desire, God’s Will, Heart Spirituality, the Cross, Living the Redeemed Present, and Journeying with Christ Jesus.
Cost: The cost for the week is $50. If you cannot afford this, please come anyway.
All are welcome.
Please add your name to the registration sheet at the back of the church, where you will also find a welcome letter from Fr Chris with more information about the retreat.
Stations of the Cross – Good Friday
We are seeking volunteers to help carry the cross during the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday. Helpers of any age are welcome to take part in this meaningful act of devotion.
Second Rite Reconciliation
Second Rite Reconciliation
Coming home turning back
As we prepare our hearts for Easter, we invite all parishioners to take part in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This is a wonderful opportunity for reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth.
Join us on Tuesday 31st March at 7.30pm
Let us come together to experience the grace and peace of God's forgiveness.
Handmade Flowers for Sale
Emma V, a grade 6 student who is our school captain, has lovingly hand-crafted beautiful bouquets of flowers and generously donated them to the parish.
Each bouquet can be purchased for $10.00, and all proceeds will be donated to support children in Uganda.
Thank you for supporting Emma’s thoughtful initiative and this worthy cause.
Student of the Week Awards: Week 8
Class
Teacher
Student
Three
A
Claudette Petruccelli
Akoch S - For demonstrating great perseverance and determination across all areas of learning. Well done, Akoch!
Summer Z - For being a respectful and responsible learner who takes pride in her work and contributes positively to the classroom. Well done, Summer!
Three
B
Jake Moloney
Cristian K - For showcasing his inverse knowledge when tackling addition and subtraction problems. Well done, Cristian!
Denis N - For consistently approaching his learning with a positive mindset. Well done, Denis!
Four
A
Lena Aloi
Cungbawi L - For showing excellent effort and determination in all learning tasks. Your ability to stay focused and keep trying, even when work is challenging, is wonderful to see. Well done!
William N - For fantastic effort in reading this week, both independently and out loud to the class. Your ability to read fluently and with a loud, clear voice is very impressive. Well done!
Four
B
Isabelle Pisano
Xavier T - For his positive mindset and bubbly personality. You are always willing to share your ideas, actively engage in lessons and try your hardest all with a smile! Well done, keep shining!
Miranda N - For her positive mindset and outstanding engagement in the classroom during all learning areas. You are a star! Keep up the amazing effort.
Four
C
Vanessa Axiak
Maryjones K - For demonstrating a strong growth mindset, showing perseverance in the face of challenges, and consistently working hard to achieve your goals.
Messi L - Being a creative problem-solver, by finding clever and different ways to approach challenges, asking great questions that deepen learning, and for using resources and strategies to get the job done.
Five
A
Jane Huang
Jayden C - For being a responsible learner by consistently focusing on learning task and showing resilience with challenged Math problems.
Ruth P - For being an enthusiastic member in our class by actively participating in group discussion and sharing her understanding with other students.
Five
B
Malaue Suasei
Akoch D - For showing outstanding resilience during literacy when planning a narrative text. Well done!
Ruth S - For being a thinker during Maths, when solving factors and multiples of a number. Great learning!
Five
C
Lavina Stewart
Moses T - For demonstrating amazing mathematical skills by identifying the lowest common multiples of two and three numbers. Well done Moses!
Aeyana C - For using the season of Lent as a time to have courage to grow in faith and character. Amazing work Aeyana!
Six
A
Kurt Caguin
Henry T - For challenging himself with the order of operations in Maths. Good job completing equations with multiplication, addition and subtraction!
Dorcus D - For building resilience and having a go with independent work before asking for help. Well done and keep it up Dorcus!
Six
B
Georgia Tankey
Vihaan K - For consistently offering and sharing his knowledge with the class during whole-class discussions. Keep up the great work!
Six
C
Rosie Nojek
Moses V. T. - For working with focus during maths and giving all work a go. Amazing to see Moses trying hard. Well done.
Bilaii Pha - For being willing to challenge himself during maths, working cooperatively with others to solve maths problems and asking for help when needed.
Japanese:
Yumiko Aiki
Stella T (6C) - For active participation in Japanese class activities and for consistently demonstrating an enthusiastic attitude toward learning Japanese. Well done Stella!
Performing Arts:
Jody Banks
Lydon T (4B) - For his consistently superb musicianship skills and for participating in all Performing Arts activities with enthusiasm and excellence. Great work, Lydon!
Visual Arts:
Emma Lyons
& Enza La Rosa
Grace (3A)- for outstanding creativity and craftsmanship in creating a Kandinsky inspired concentric circle, using weaving techniques and pipe cleaners. Well done Grace!
S T E M:
Joanne Abos-Padilla
Bie Lai Pha (6B) - For showing effort in STEM lessons. You ask for help, try your best to communicate and ask questions, and show a strong desire to learn and use technology. Keep it up!
P.E:
Nathan Koprek
Ajok (6B) – For your outstanding contributions in our basketball sessions and the interschool basketball team. You have shown great knowledge and skill, helping your team succeed. Keep up the great work!
TERM ONE DATES 2026
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 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
