FROM THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Footsteps 2 seeks to deepen and build upon the experiences of participants who have previously completed the initial Footsteps program (formerly known as Sharing Our Call I and Sharing Champagnat’s Vision). This three-day residential course at The Hermitage, Mittagong provides experienced Marist educators with the opportunity to enrich and revitalise their appreciation of Marist charism and spirituality and Marist education. The programme will allow participants a significant encounter with other Marists who share a passion for living out God’s mission in the Marist way. This year Andre Simon & Jacinta Boniwell will be attending the the program from the 6th – 9th of August.

A big thank you to Bishop Charles and Fr Prakash for celebrating Mass on the 4th of August at The OLSH Church. A special thank you to Rebecca Scollen for all her organisation and hard work behind the scenes.

The Year 6 overnight camp is scheduled from the 3rd – 4th of August. The students headed off this morning and were extremely excited. They will be undertaking a variety of activities along with fossicking too! They will also be enjoying a delectable camp oven meal under the stars. We await to hear all about their camp on their return.

Keeping you informed that our Year 9 & 10 camps are upcoming events for our students this term. The Year 9 students will be participating in outdoor education activities at Mylor Adventure Camps in South Australia. This will take place between the 25th – 30th of August.

The Year 10 camp will be heading to Hamilton Downs between the 20th – 22nd of September. This year Amy Stockwell will be coordinating the camp. She has had extensive experience in the field of Outdoor Education. Amy has worked as a camp assistant at Mylor Adventure Camp an Outdoor Education Camp in the Adelaide Hills. She has also supported offsite hiking and mountain bike camps for the Mylor Adventure Camp Company. Amy has worked as a group leader on the St Philips Outdoor Education Camp Program and studied Stage 2 Outdoor Education during her schooling. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Business (Management) at University of South Australia. Her Qualifications include: First Aid, Pool Lifeguard, AUSTSWIM License, Ochre Card, Cert 3 in Aquatics and Recreation.

God bless, enjoy the break and may the sacred heart of Jesus be everywhere loved.

Denise Simon