Principals Report
Dearest Our Lady of Lourdes Families,
Firstly, thank you to all the families who joined us last Saturday evening for our very first Our Lady of Lourdes Family Mass. It was a beautiful opportunity to gather as a school community, celebrate together in liturgy, and enjoy a time of fellowship afterwards.
A special thank you to Fr John for presiding and sharing this special evening with us.
We hope to make this a regular event each term and look forward to welcoming even more families next time.
As we approach the middle of the term, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and involvement in the life of our school. At Our Lady of Lourdes, we are blessed with a strong and connected community that works together to ensure our students grow and flourish, both academically and personally.
This week, I’d like to highlight the importance of positive parent engagement and the significant impact it has on student success.
We believe that education is most effective when it is a partnership between school and home. When parents are actively involved in their child’s learning journey, it builds a strong foundation that supports achievement, wellbeing, and growth. Research shows that students with engaged families tend to have stronger academic outcomes, better attendance, and more positive relationships at school.
Here are a few simple but powerful ways you can continue supporting your child’s learning:
- Stay Connected: Keep up-to-date with classroom activities and school events. Ask your child about their day, review their homework, and celebrate their progress.
- Partner with Teachers: Please feel comfortable reaching out to your child’s teacher with any questions or concerns. Open, respectful communication helps us work together to support each student.
- Encourage Curiosity: Share a love of learning at home by reading together, asking questions, and exploring new ideas and experiences as a family.
At Our Lady of Lourdes, we are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. This happens through our shared commitment, school staff, parents, and carers all working together. Here are some of the ways we’re continuing to support your child’s growth and development:
- Personalised Learning: Our teachers use data and observations to meet students where they are and support their progress at their own pace.
- Extracurricular Involvement: We encourage students to participate in activities beyond the classroom - whether that’s in sports, the arts, or other co-curricular opportunities. These experiences help build confidence, friendships, and new skills.
- Wellbeing and Support: We understand the importance of social-emotional learning in helping students thrive. Our dedicated teachers and support staff are here to walk alongside students through challenges, celebrate their successes, and foster resilience and kindness.
Thank you once again for all you do to support your child and our school community. It truly makes a difference.
Blessings for the week ahead,
Jo Desailly
Principal