Term 2 Week 3 of 10
Friday, 8th May 2026
Message from the Principal
Dear parents and carers,
We’ve had a wonderful week of Mother’s Day celebrations across our school community.
On Monday, our Mother’s Day Stall opened, giving students the chance to choose a special surprise for their mums or other important women in their lives.
We continued selling gifts before and after school throughout the week. A heartfelt thank-you to all the mums and in one case, an older sibling who generously volunteered their time to help. Your support is truly appreciated.
On Thursday, we came together for a beautiful Mother’s Day Mass, followed by classroom visits and a special morning tea. It was lovely to see so many mums gathered to celebrate such a meaningful occasion.
We thank our school community for helping make this Mother’s Day so special. We hope all our wonderful mums enjoyed the celebrations and felt the love and appreciation they so richly deserve.
An Ode to Mums
She is the finder of the "lost" socks,
The solver of the unsolvable box.
With a glance that can ground a storm in its tracks,
And a heart that carries the world on its back.
She’s the architect of the everyday,
Turning "we’ll see" into "it’s okay."
A master of snacks and the magic of tea,
The only person who sees what you’re trying to be.
She knows the silence before the tears,
And how to quiet the loudest of fears.
Through the sleepless nights and the longest days,
She leads the way through the tangled maze.
So, here’s to the patience, the grit, and the grace,
The warmth of her smile and the light of her face.
For the love that is selfless, steady, and true—
Mum, there is simply no one like you.
To all the mums and special women in our school community. We wish you a wonderful Mother’s Day. Thanks for everything you do. Enjoy your special day knowing that you are greatly appreciated.
Best wishes
Deputy Principal
2026 Whole School Photo Day
Monday 11th May
We are excited to announce that school photos are now available for ordering.
Attached are the ordering instructions and all orders must be completed online via the Elite School Photography website: https://eliteschoolphotography.com.au/ prior to the photo day on Monday 11th May using the login code ESP202515.
To ensure that there is a consistency across all photos regarding the wearing of the school uniform and that our formal school photos represent both your child and the school as best as we possibly can, we have asked that all students are in the school’s Winter Uniform. Students who normally have sport on that day are asked to wear their full school Winter Uniform.
We are aware that there are several families that will be away on extended holidays. The photo catch up day has been booked for Friday, 15th May with only family and individual photos are taken.
Winter Uniform Reminder – Term 2
We’d like to remind all families that term 2 all students need to wear their full winter uniform. The cooler weather often means extra layers, so please ensure that all jumpers and outerwear are clearly labelled with your child’s name. This helps us return misplaced items quickly and reduces the growing collection in lost property.
A reminder that school hats are not required during Terms 2 and 3. This is a great opportunity to take them home, give them a wash or refresh if needed, and have them ready to return for Term 4, when sun-smart requirements resume.
Thank you for your support in keeping our uniform standards high and helping students stay organised throughout the year.
Additional Information:
● No anklet socks are to be worn with any uniform.
● Hair touching shoulders must be tied back with either school coloured scrunchie or hair ties. This applies to both girls and boys.
● No coloured nail polish allowed.
Sleepers or stud earrings only. Please do not wear hoops or dangling earrings (this is a safety issue).
● Skirts and dresses are not to be shorter than just above the knee.
No fake eyelashes or eye makeup to be worn.
Wellbeing, Child Safety & Community Leader
The first ever cohort of the Western Bulldogs Foundation’s ‘Daughters of the West’ program kicked off here at Resurrection on Wednesday April 22 doubling from 10 participants to 20 sign-ups in the second week.
There have been many different streams of the DOTW program in previous years including Iraqi, Vietnamese, Indian and the general program available for women of all backgrounds. There is also a Sons of the West Program too!
The 10-week health & wellbeing program available free to 18+ who live and/or work in the area aims to encourage a healthier lifestyle, build resilience and strengthen connection amongst the community.
The participants in this current Filipino cohort include people from within the Resurrection community and surrounding suburbs. Every week an expert speaker shares health and wellbeing information plus group fitness activities tailored to all fitness levels get the participants up and active. Sisters, mothers, grandmas and even a great grandmother had a great time sweating it out in their Zumba and line dancing session last week wearing their free Western Bulldogs DOTW t-shirts.
Upon completion of the 10-week program there will be a graduation and graduation gift for the participants and a free excursion to watch the Doggies in action! Wednesday will be Week 3 of the program so if you are interested in joining, please fill in the form https://westernbulldogscommunityfoundation.org.au/daughters-of-the-west/
Jacqui Yuan
Mindful May has commenced and it’s a good opportunity to
SLOW DOWN, RECONNECT & PRACTICE the SKILL of MINDFULNESS with your family.
Religious Education
Eucharist Formation Evening
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our Grade 4 Eucharist families for joining us last Wednesday evening for the formation gathering with Fr Luke Bulley. Your presence, openness, and willingness to engage in meaningful conversation made the evening truly special.
This time together offered us a deeper understanding of the Eucharist, its significance, its mystery, and its place at the centre of our faith. It was wonderful to see families connecting, reflecting, and sharing in the spirit of preparation as your children take this important step in their faith journey.
We offer our sincere gratitude to Fr Luke Bulley for guiding us through such a thoughtful and enriching session. His insights helped us see the Eucharist not only as a sacrament, but as a lived experience of community, love, and encounter with Christ.
As we continue walking with your children toward their First Eucharist, we thank you for your support, your faith, and the beautiful example you set for them.
May this time of preparation be filled with grace and joy for your families.
Exciting news:
Students in years 3 to 6 will be taking part in a competition to become the Times Tables Rockstars of Victoria. Have fun practising your times tables. Every correct answer will bring your class and our school a step closer to becoming the Victorian Champions! You are all enrolled so go go go...starting May 12th for 3 days only.
SUNDAY GOSPEL
Sixth Sunday of Easter John 14:15-21
We Reflect
Today’s Gospel is a continuation of last week’s Gospel: Jesus is speaking to his disciples at the Last Supper. In today’s reading Jesus offers encouragement to his disciples, who will soon see him crucified. He reassures them that even though he will leave them, he will not abandon them. Instead he will send them the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, through whom the disciples will continue to live in union with Jesus.
Jesus uses the term Advocate to describe the Holy Spirit, whom the disciples will receive. Another word used to describe the Holy Spirit is Paraclete, a legal term meaning “one who offers defense for another.” Note that Jesus says that he will send “another Advocate.” Jesus himself is the first advocate, interceding for his disciples with the Father.
In today’s reading Jesus contrasts his impending departure with the permanence of the gift of the Holy Spirit. Jesus will leave to return to the Father, but the Holy Spirit will remain with the disciples.
Through the gift of the Holy Spirit, the disciples will come to know and appreciate the unity of the Son and the Father. They will also understand that they too participate in the communion between the Father and the Son: “On that day you will realize that I am in my Father and you are in me and I in you” (John 14:20).
Today’s reading is one example of the contrast that John’s Gospel presents between the community of disciples, to whom God will reveal himself, and the unbelieving world, which will remain in darkness. The unbelieving world cannot accept the “Spirit of truth,” whom the disciples will receive. Only through the Spirit will God’s revelation and love be known.
We Read
Jesus said to his disciples:
“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.
And I will ask the Father,
and he will give you another Advocate to be with you always,
the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot accept,
because it neither sees nor knows him.
But you know him, because he remains with you,
and will be in you.
I will not leave you orphans; I will come to you.
In a little while the world will no longer see me,
but you will see me, because I live and you will live.
On that day you will realize that I am in my Father
and you are in me and I in you.
Whoever has my commandments and observes them
is the one who loves me.
And whoever loves me will be loved by my Father,
and I will love him and reveal myself to him.”
Praise to You Lord Jesus Christ
Student of the Week Awards: Week 3
Class
Teacher
Student
Prep
A
Olivia Duvcevski
Zyla E - For consistently and confidently applying her knowledge of letter- sounds to read unfamiliar words. Keep up the amazing work!
Noah T - For showing confidence in your learning by actively participating in whole-class activities across all subjects. Keep up the fantastic work!
Prep
B
Emma Lyons &
Enza La Rosa
Kelly Z - For developing her confidence to share her learning with her teachers and peers. Keep up the great work Kelly!
Khris T - For being a kind and helpful classroom member who always tries his best with everything he does. Keep up the good work Khris!
Prep
C
Effie Malamatinas &
Enza La Rosa
Awjak A - For always trying your best even when tasks seem challenging. You show great determination and a positive attitude towards your learning. Keep up the wonderful effort. We are so proud of you.
Juliet Z - For using your letter sound knowledge to help you read words with confidence. You are working hard to sound out and blend sounds. Keep it up!
One
A
Sophie Dillon
Alex A - For being a kind and supportive friend, always showing understanding and helping others when they need it.
Jessica N - For consistently presenting your work with exceptional care, pride, and attention to detail.
One
B
Sarah Hull
Benny P - For showing up every day with a positive attitude! You are a shining star in the classroom and are always willing to give things your best go. Well done Benny!
Elissia C - For putting in an amazing amount of effort during each lesson, but specifically during our handwriting lessons and maths skills groups! Keep it up. I am so proud of you.
One
C
Amy Curmi
An. N - For putting amazing effort into your work and completing your learning tasks well. Keep up the fantastic work, An!
Filomina - For always showing respect to your classmates and demonstrating whole-body listening during learning time. Amazing job, FIlomina!
Two
A
Jester Buslon
Jesse Bawi Tha Cung - For his positive attitude and consistent effort in his learning. Keep it up Jesse!
Van Za Par C - For being a quiet achiever who leads by example consistently puts amazing effort into her learning tasks. Well Done.
Two
B
Belinda Collins
Francis C - For showing improved effort in getting ready to learn and making positive choices to complete class activities.
Dau D - for working well during Maths lessons and successfully completing the place value tasks.
Two
C
Ella Nowak
Pan Lai - For challenging himself in maths by confidently ordering numbers up to 4 digits. Keep up the great work Pan Lai!
Teigan F - For writing detailed facts in her own words when planning for information texts. Keep it up Teigan!
Japanese:
Yumiko Aiki
Hugo O (2C) - For consistently demonstrating responsibility and independence in Japanese class, and for maintaining a positive attitude towards learning. He serves as an excellent example to his classmates. Well done Hugo!
Performing Arts:
Jody Banks
Aria P (1B) - For her excellent music learning during Performing Arts classes and for singing the songs so beautifully. Well done Aria!
Visual Arts:
Emma Lyons
& Enza La Rosa
Awjak A (PB) - For using great techniques with holding your sponge the right way, stamping clearly, and adding stems and extra details. Well done Awjak!
S T E M:
Joanne Abos-Padilla
Chelsea D (1A) - For always trying your best. You show the class your knowledge about the weather and your observations of the sky by putting your hand up and you always finish your work on time.
P.E:
Nathan Koprek
Jacob M (1B) - For his excellent catching skills in PE and confidently showcasing his peers how to underarm throw and catch. He participated enthusiastically and impressed his class by successfully catching a high ball from Mr Nathan in a demonstration! Fantastic Work!
Parish News
50th Jubilee – Upcoming Events
As part of our parish’s 50th Jubilee celebrations, please note the following important updates:
Saturday 16th May - Jubilee Dinner Dance:
Jubilee Dinner Dance – Saturday 16th May 6.00pm
The celebration will be held at Luxor Reception, Sydenham.
A reminder that our Parish Dinner Dance is a formal event. Guests are asked to attend in formal attire, which includes suits and ties for gentlemen and formal dresses for ladies.
The usual 6.00pm Mass has been moved to 5.00pm to accommodate people attending the Jubilee Dinner Dance.
Sunday 24th May - Jubilee Mass
Mass Time Change: The 9.00am Mass will now be held at 8.30am to allow time for preparations
Parking for Jubilee Mass
Parking will be at a premium. To ensure the best flow of traffic:
NO parking on the street outside the church and school.
There will be parking available at Movelle Primary School
Please consider carpooling
Please consider parking behind the church in Kinterbury Road, Wellington Road etc.
Please be courteous to our car attendants.
Marriage Encounter
Come along and experience your special weekend at St Dominic's Parish Melton on 26th to 28th June 2026 commencing Friday evening at 7pm and finishes Sunday around 4.30pm.
We welcome Carmen and Colin D'Rosario will speak at the 9am & 10.30am Mass on 18th May about this enriching opportunity.
Christ's Catholic Community Prayer Group
Meets every Wednesday, 6.30pm - 8pm at Resurrection Catholic Church.
Reflection and teaching on the readings of the coming Sunday.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with the Rosary.
Outpouring of the Holy Spirit and healing prayer.
All are welcome.
TERM TWO DATES 2026
Week 4
Monday 11th May
School Photo Day
Tuesday 12th May
Leadership meeting at 3:30pm
May Staff Birthday’s
Wednesday 13th May
Year 1-2 Melbourne Zoo Excursion
Thursday 14th May
Middle Year Level Mass 9am
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
Friday 15th May
Principal Network
Saturday 16th May
Sunday 17th May
Seventh Sunday of Easter
Week 6
Monday 25th May
Year 3 - 6 Assembly at 2:30pm
Tuesday 26th May
Leadership meeting at 3:30pm
Wednesday 27th May
Thursday 28th May
Prep & Buddies Year Level Mass 9am
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
School Advisory Council (SAC) - 7pm
Friday 29th May
Saturday 30th May
Sunday 31st May
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Week 8
Monday 8th June
School Closure: King’s Birthday P/H
Tuesday 9th June
PSGs
Leadership meeting at 3:30pm
Wednesday 10th June
PSGs
Thursday 11th June
PSGs
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
June Staff Birthdays
Friday 12th June
PSGs
Principal Network
Saturday 13th June
Sunday 14th June
Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Week 10
Monday 22nd June
Years P-2 Assembly at 2:30pm
Tuesday 23rd June
Leadership meeting at 3:30pm
Wednesday 24th June
Thursday 25th June
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
Friday 26th June
Final Day of Term 2 for staff and students
Saturday 27th June
Sunday 28th June
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Week 3
Monday 4th May
P&F: Mother’s Day Stall (all day)
Years P-2 Assembly at 2:30pm
Tuesday 5th May
Students Engagement Team meeting all day in the parish
Wednesday 6th May
Thursday 7th May
Mother’s Day Mass (led by Senior School) at 9am and open classrooms. Morning tea
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
Friday 8th May
Saturday 9th May
Sunday 10th May
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Week 5
Monday 18th May
School Closure: Staff Professional Learning - TRW
Tuesday 19th May
Confirmation Sacramental Formation Evening with Fr. Luke Bulley 7pm
First Eucharist Passports Due
Wednesday 20th May
Junior Year Level Mass 9am
Thursday 21st May
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
Friday 22nd May
Saturday 23rd May
Sunday 24th May
Golden Anniversary - 50 Years of Resurrection Parish
Pentecost Sunday
Week 7
Monday 1st June
Years P-2 Assembly at 2:30pm
Tuesday 2nd June
Wednesday 3rd June
Curriculum Team Meeting all day in the parish
Thursday 4th June
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
Friday 5th June
Saturday 6th June
Sunday 7th June
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood
Week 9
Monday 15th June
Year 3 - 6 Assembly at 2:30pm
Tuesday 16th June
Student Engagement Team Meeting all day in the parish
Wednesday 17th June
Thursday 18th June
Prep and Buddies Year Level Mass 9am
Staff Meeting at 3:30pm
Friday 19th June
Prep 2027 Applications close today!
P&F: Crazy hair & Casual Clothes Day (gold coin donation)
Saturday 20th June
Sunday 21st June
Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Timed
