2025 Term 4 Week 3

From the Principal

As we celebrate World Teachers’ Day next Friday the 31^st of October, we pause to recognise and thank the remarkable team of teachers, leaders, support staff, administration and canteen staff who bring life and warmth to Trinity every day. Their dedication, care and commitment ensure our students are known, valued and supported to thrive.

In a world that’s constantly evolving, the role of educators and all who work in schools has never been more important. Beyond teaching knowledge and skills, they model the values that shape strong character—perseverance, empathy, kindness and responsibility—helping our young people grow into confident, compassionate individuals.

Let’s take this opportunity to celebrate and thank our amazing staff for all that they do to make Trinity such a special place to learn and grow.

Tonight :  Inform and Empower- Wednesday 22^nd October

Together with Don Bosco Primary School, Trinity is inviting all parents and carers to attend a seminar hosted by Marty and Carley from Inform and Empower - Raising Kids in a Digital World. Inform and Empower have been working with our school to create safer and more positive online experiences for every student.

The seminar will occur at Don Bosco Primary School, 496 Princes Hwy, Narre Warren, tonight, Wednesday 22 October between 6:30pm & 8pm.  Attached below is the flyer with more information and a QR code to book into the session.  We hope to see you there!

School Disco- This Friday the 24^th of October

The Fundraising Committee have organised an exciting disco night for all the students to participate in, should they wish to attend. The disco will be split into a Junior (F-2) disco from 4.30-6pm and a Middle/Senior Disco from 6.30 – 8pm. Please see the flyer below for more details. All money raised will go towards further redevelopment of the area outside the library. A huge thank you to Francisco, a former parent, for his willingness to give up his time to DJ the event - "Beats by Francisco".

There is a cost of $10 payable via CDF Pay. This is open for your purchase and will be closed at 4pm on Thursday the 23^rd of September- the day before the disco. There will be no cash or EFTPOS on the night, so only those who have prepaid though CDF will be admitted.

To help this event be successful, we will need parent volunteers for each of the sessions. To be able to do this, you must have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC), have completed the online induction and attended the front office to complete an OHS Induction Checklist (this needs to be done each year from July). Please contact the office if you are available to assist.

Please be aware that only parents can sign their children in and out of the Disco and that only registered volunteers will be able to enter the disco space. Each age group has its own designated start and finish time. Students can only attend the timeslot for their age group. Please do not bring students early as they will not be able to enter the Disco. 

Staffing News

We have some staff starting new chapters in 2026.

Joesph Dannnaui has accepted a position at St Josephine Bakhita’s in Clyde North for the 2026 school year.

Grace Viney has accepted a position at St Brigid’s in Officer for the 2026 school year.

I would like to thank these educators for the contributions they have all made to Trinity over the time they have been with us. We congratulate them on their new positions and wish them all the very best for their futures.

2025 will Mrs Denise Ryan’s last year at Trinity. Denise has decided to join her husband in retirement. We thank Denise for her dedication and commitment to Trinity throughout her time her. Congratulations on your retirement! We hope you enjoy this new chapter.

Illnesses

We have seen an increase of various illnesses in all areas of school. If your child is feeling unwell, please keep them home to rest and recover. This helps prevent the spread of illnesses and keeps everyone in our community healthy. Thank you for your cooperation and care.

Sumer Uniform

All students should now have transitioned into their summer uniform. It is wonderful to see our students being SunSmart with their hats on while outside.

Grandparents / Special Friends Day

On Friday, 31st October, we will celebrate our Grandparents / Special Friends Day. This is a highlight of the school calendar, and we look forward to seeing as many grandparents / friends attend as possible.  Full details of the day will be sent home to families shortly.

Updating Personal Details

Have your details changed?  If any of the details below have changed, can you please update them by emailing the school at: info@trinitynarre.catholic.edu.au

Has your phone number changed?

Has your address changed?

Have your emergency contact details changed?

The PAM/SIMON app will not allow you to update these details.

If your child’s medical details have changed, these can be updated on PAM/SIMON. This is critical so that we can keep your child/children safe.

Enrolments and Families Leaving the School

We are already full for Foundation 2026 and have a waiting list in other Year Levels. If your child is not returning to Trinity in 2026, it would be appreciated if you could please let the school office know ASAP, so we can offer your place to families on our waiting list.

Term 4 Assembly Dates

Week 4: Thursday 30 October- Level 1 hosting

Week 6: Thursday 13 November- Level 3 hosting

Week 8: Thursday 27 November – Level 4 hosting

Week 10: Thursday 11 December- TBC

Term 4 Important Dates

Term 4, Week 3 - Religious Education

Dear Families, 

Month of the Rosary

During October, the Month of the Rosary, our Trinity community engaged in prayer and reflection to honour Mary, our Mother. Across the school, students engaged in a variety of creative and faith-filled experiences to deepen their understanding of the Rosary and its importance in Catholic prayer. 

Our Level 2 students have been learning about the Rosary and created a beautiful building display and flip book to share their learning with others. Their work reminded us of how prayer can bring peace and joy to our hearts.

We were also blessed to welcome Fr Siju to Trinity for the first time. He joined our Level 6 students to pray the Rosary together, sharing his guidance and blessings. Fr Ajin joined our Family Prayer and helped the Level 1 students learn how to pray the Rosary. The students were so proud to make their own Rosary bracelets to help them pray one decade, and even made a special one for Fr Ajin!

Sacrament of First Eucharist 

All our Sacrament of First Eucharist celebrations have now been joyfully celebrated at Our Lady Help of Christians Parish. These special celebrations marked an important step in the faith journey of our students as they received Jesus in the Eucharist for the very first time.

We extend our warmest congratulations to all the students and their families on this sacred occasion. Their commitment, reverence, and excitement were truly beautiful to witness. We also acknowledge the wonderful preparation and learning that took place both at school and at home in the lead-up to this special moment.

A heartfelt thank you to Vea, our Sacramental Coordinator, for her dedication and guidance in supporting the students and families throughout the preparation program. We also express our gratitude to our priests, Fr Michael and Fr Ajin, for their ongoing care, prayer, and presence in helping our students grow closer to Jesus.

Kind regards, 
Emily Rogers 
Religious Education Leader

Learning Adjustment

Day for Daniel

In the coming weeks, we will recognise the 21st Day for Daniel, Australia’s largest child safety education and awareness event. The initiative teaches children to Recognise, React and Report when they feel unsafe. In 2025, Day for Daniel will be observed nationally on Friday 31st October. However, as this coincides with Trinity’s Grandparents Day, we will hold our Day for Daniel activities two weeks later, on Friday 14th November.

On the day, students are encouraged to wear red, which is the Daniel was wearing when he went missing. Students will be participating in Australia's Biggest Child Safety Lesson, which this year will have a theme of Safe Spaces, which focuses on creating safer environments for children, both on and offline. The junior (up to grade 3) lesson will teach students to identify what is real and what is fake. According to the Australian eSafety Commissioner, 38% of young people chat to strangers online, which often involves the stranger pretending to be someone they are not. The senior (grade 4 - 6) lesson will explore how chatbots and AI can influence children's lives. According to the Australian eSafety Commissioner, many children are using AI-driven chatbots for hours each day, about all sorts of topics. These chat-bots may not be designed to have conversations with children in age-appropriate ways, so can say things that are harmful.

Additionally, students will be Walking for Daniel. Since 2004, the Daniel Morcombe Foundation has organised this event to commemorate the walk Daniel was unable to complete. While our walk will not cover the full 4km, it serves to honour Daniel's memory and emphasise the importance of child safety. 

For more information about how you can keep your children safe online, please refer to the Australian eSafety Commissioner's website. 

Term 4, Week 1 - Sport News

YEAR 4 HOOP TIME REGIONAL FINALS

On Monday 20th October, 15 students across two talented Year 4 Hoop Time basketball teams represented our school proudly at the Regional Finals held at Jubilee Park in Frankston. Competing against some very strong teams from across the region, our students showed fantastic teamwork, sportsmanship, and determination throughout the day.

Both the Tornadoes and Tanks teams participated in four exciting games, with the Tornadoes team placing third in their pool, just missing out on a spot in the semi-finals. It was an incredible effort and a wonderful achievement for both teams to participate at such a high level of competition.

Congratulations to all the students for their hard work, team spirit, and positive attitude both on and off the court. They represented our school beautifully.

Thank you to our amazing parents who volunteered their time to assist the teams: Brett D (Tornadoes coach), Brett R (Tornadoes scorer) and Sithara (Tanks scorer) and Mrs Schultze, Miss Prat and the parents/family members for supporting the students.

Mrs Woolf

(PE Teacher)

SCHOOL SPORT VICTORIA (SSV)

CASEY SOUTH DIVISION ATHLETICS

On Wednesday 8th October, 22 students from years 4-6 represented Trinity and the Hampton Park District at the Casey South Division Athletics held at Casey Fields Regional Athletics Centre. These students qualified to compete based on their athletics results from the Hampton Park District athletics last term.

Each student showcased their talent, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day, competing against highly talented athletes from 44 schools across five districts. They all gave their best performances, achieving impressive results in their respective track and field events. Their dedication to training and their positive attitudes made them fantastic representatives for our school and the Hampton Park District.

A special congratulations goes to the following five students, who placed first or second in their event/s and will now progress to the Southern Metropolitan Region Athletics this Friday 24th October at the Casey Fields Regional Athletics Centre:

Mila (4A) - 1st - 4 X 100m relay

Kate (4B) - 1st - 4 X 100m relay

Chloe H (5B) - 1st - 4 X 100m relay

Kayrah (5B) - 2nd - 100m, 2nd - 200m and 1st - 4 X 100m relay

Jude (5C) - 2nd - long jump

The Trinity community wishes them all the very best in their event/s on Friday.

Thank you to Mrs Davis, Miss Lindfield, Mrs Bennett and to the parents/family members and friends for supporting the students throughout the day.

Mrs Woolf

(PE Teacher)

Week 3-Term 4-Visual Arts

Foundation Andy Warhol Inspired Handprints

Grade Five Deconstructed Cartoon Characters

Bookclub due 24/10/25

MHiPS - Defiant Behavour: What it actually is and what you can do about it - Week 3, Term 4

AWARDS & BIRTHDAYS

SAFE AROUND Trinity Catholic Primary

Trinity Car Park Etiquette

• Please abide by the 5km/h limit the WHOLE TIME you are in the park area.
• For greater safety and visibility, we are requesting that all drivers reverse park into the marked bays in our school car park.
• Thank you to all who use the pedestrian crossing area.  You are demonstrating to your children correct road safety practices.  Once children cross the pedestrian crossing into the parking area, they, for their safety, need to be placed into vehicles promptly.  The car park is NOTa meeting area.
• The lane around the edge of the car park (closest to the oval) are for vehicles waiting to pick children up from the Pick-up Zone ONLY.
• The two parking bays closest to the office path are the only PICK-UP ZONES.  These are NO STANDINGzones.  If your children are not ready to get into your car as you pull up to the pick-up zone, you must continue on and either park or rejoin the end of the pick-up queue.
• THE GATES CLOSEAT 8.45am. They will RE-OPEN AT 3.00pm. The gates close at the end of the day at 3:25pm. Occasionally they might reopen slightly later due to school activities.
• The Staff Car Park is for STAFF PARKING ONLY.  Please do not use it as a drop off/pick up for students.

We really need commitment from families to NOT TURN RIGHT when exiting the car park.  All vehicles must TURN LEFT for the safety of others and to maintain traffic flow.

We also have families double parking along Oakgrove Drive and letting their children out. This is unsafe, prevents traffic flow and against road rules.

We have also been contacted by Casey Council, which patrols the area, about families performing U-turns on Oakgrove Drive. Their advice is as follows:

Ø  U-turns are dangerous during the peak school times for pedestrians but also other drivers.

Ø  They recommend NOT performing U-turns in this area. This is dangerous for children and pedestrians around a school precinct.

Ø  They recommend driving further up to the roundabout on Oakgrove Drive, where you can turn around safely or exit away from the school.

If you have others picking up your children, such as Grandparents, can you please inform them of Trinity’s protocols or etiquette.

Thank you for taking the time to read this email and I look forward to your continued commitment to keep our students and families safe. 

CHILD SAFE STANDARDS WORKING WITH CHILDREN

Trinity has zero tolerance towards child abuse and is therefore committed to complying with the Ministerial Order No. 1359 – Implementing the Child Safe Standards – Managing the Risk of Child Abuse in Schools and School Boarding Premises. All parents/guardians wishing to help in the classroom, canteen or attend excursions MUST have completed the PARENT HELPER WORKSHOP and hold a current WORKING WITH CHILDREN CARD.

Further details are available from the school office or the Justice Department website.  All parent/guardian helpers must sign in at the office before proceeding to the classrooms.  Your current Working with Children card must be displayed at all times when working in the classrooms and attending excursions.

A reminder to all Parents/Carers, supervision by School Staff begins at 8.30am before school and after school only at the drop off area until 3.30pm.