Principal's Message

It is delightful to return to school to see the children looking so immaculate in their uniforms। They have settled beautifully into their new classes with only a few small changes to satisfy enrolment numbers। Last year’s predictions for numbers were within five

Please note an alteration to Mathew Roberts’ class which is now a Year 4/5 rather than only Year 5.

Parliamentary Inquiry into the Provision of Education to Students with Disabilities and Special Needs
The Inquiry was announced just before Christmas. Key stakeholders in education, including teachers and parents, are invited to make some input to the Inquiry. We have been reliably informed (by the principal solicitor from the NSW Disabilities Discrimination Legal Centre) that the greater the number of submissions received the better in terms of demonstrating the importance of the issue.

Please find included in this newsletter a proforma that lists the terms of reference for the Inquiry. Parents are invited to write their thoughts on one or more of the terms and then submit them to the Parliamentary Standing Committee.

The address is:
The Director,
General Purpose
Standing Committee No.2,
Legislative Council,
Parliament House,
Macquarie Street,
Sydney NSW 2000

Or please hand them to Maureen Boothe, who will post them on your behalf, (or fax to 9230 3416 or email gpsnco2@parliament.nsw.gov.au).

Principal’s Leave
I will be on leave for Weeks 3 & 4 and will return on Tuesday, 23rd February. Clarice Maclou will relieve as principal.

Staff Training
This week teachers will receive their training on the new services available to children who may be at risk of harm. As you may have read/heard in the media some changes were made last year as a result of Justice Woods’ Inquiry into the Provision of Care and Protection for Children/Young People.

Visit with the NRL All Stars
On Monday, thirty of our senior children attended a training session with the Rugby League All Stars team.

They participated in their training session, mixed with the players, listened to their advice and enjoyed being photographed with them.


Katie Galloway – 3/6K
It is with deep regret that I have to inform you that one of our teachers, Katie Galloway, will be leaving us.

She applied for a permanent position at Elderslie Public School and was successful at achieving this. (We train them so well at Sarah!) Congratulations Katie and best wishes for the future.

The teacher who will be replacing her is Elyse Waller, who is currently working in 5/6M while Mrs. McBride is away. She is an extremely capable and conscientious young lady who will perform her duties at a high level. Parents, who have students in Katie Galloway’s class, don’t be concerned as your children’s needs will be suitable catered for as we at Sarah are committed to ensuring this.

Have a wonderful fortnight.
Cheryl McBride OAM

First Confession & Holy Communion

Catholic children in state schools in Yr.3 or over are due to be prepared to receive the sacraments of Forgiveness and Holy Communion.

An enrolment and information meeting for parents will be held on Monday, 22nd February at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre of the Holy Family Church, Oxford Road, Ingleburn. Baptism certificates are required for enrolment. For enquiries, please contact Fr. Peter on 9605 2785.

Parking in School Zones

The safe conduct of motorists either driving through or parking in school zones is of paramount importance to our local community to ensure the welfare and safety of school children and other pedestrians during school starting and finishing times.

Please refer to the School Notice Board for parking and traffic offences in school zones and the maximum penalties and demerit points.

Swine Flu Vaccination

NSW Health is encouraging everyone to obtain a free vaccination against this potentially life threatening illness. The Panvax vaccine is available free from most general practitioners and Aboriginal Medical Services. Some community health centres and council immunisation clinics are also offering the vaccine free of charge. Call ahead to confirm the health service is vaccinating on the day you wish to visit.

The NSW Dept. of Education & Training is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy working and learning environment for staff, students and visitors to schools. It is important a high percentage of the school not only protects those individuals who receive the vaccine, but also reduces the chance that any students or staff with a weakened immune system (for whom the vaccine may not work as effectively) will be exposed to the infection.