End of Year Newsletter

As we reach the end of another year, I want to take a moment to share my heartfelt gratitude with everyone for the unwavering support you’ve shown our school. It is through the dedication and collective efforts of our incredible community that we have been able to foster such a nurturing and inspiring environment for our students.

I would like to thank our School Board. Their invaluable local knowledge, expertise, and connections have greatly supported our school in so many ways. Their commitment to our vision and their steadfast encouragement of my leadership is deeply appreciated.

I would also like to acknowledge our P&F and volunteers, whose generosity with their time and energy has had a positive impact. Whether through attending meetings, organising the Bake Raffle, or lending a hand at various events, your contributions reflect the strong commitment to our school. Whilst the P&F will no longer operate in 2025, we know that parents will continue to support our endeavours in many ways.

To our remarkable staff, I want to extend my deep gratitude.  Every day, I am reminded of how fortunate I am to work alongside such dedicated, compassionate, and talented colleagues. Your unwavering commitment to delivering the best possible education, activities and care for our students is inspiring.

This year, our students have brought us immense pride. From personal growth to collective achievements, they have embraced challenges with determination and grown in so many ways. We celebrate every single one of their efforts and successes.

We bid farewell to members of our team: Nick Hart, Kat Williams, Deni Fraser and Toni Bower. We thank them for the work they have done and wish them the best in their future endeavours.

Finally, to our Year Six students, as you prepare to begin the next phase of your learning journey, we wish you every success. You have been an exceptional group, and we know you will continue to shine in everything you pursue. Always remember, you will forever be a part of the St Peter Chanel family, and we hope you carry fond memories of your time here.

As the Christmas season approaches, I wish you and your families a blessed and joyful celebration. May this time of year bring love, peace, and happiness to all. I look forward to welcoming you back in 2025 for another exciting year of learning and growth.

With gratitude and warmest wishes,
Kerrie

As of 2025, SPC Smart Play Uniform in fully compulsory including SPC school bags. Please refer to the SPC Smart Play Uniform protocols for the guidelines on our uniform, shoes and hair requirements. 

Mary MacKillop Academic Award

For outstanding application and achievement in all learning areas throughout the year:

Charlotte Armstrong

Father Gibson Bursary

For modelling and living out the Gospel values, responsible citizenship and care for others:

Harper Bishop

Father Joseph Medwin ‘Sportsmanship’ Award

For high achievement in physical education across the year, showing teamwork and encouraging others:

Dane Grey

Ruth Forrest Citizen and Peer Support Award

For displaying peer support, social awareness and responsibility towards community needs:

Naite Barker

Senator Anne Urquhart Merit Award

For recognition of work ethic and reaching academic potential:

Noah Gray

Braddon Liberal Team Merit Award

For recognition of contribution to the school community:

Jaiden Spinks

Braddon Liberal Team Creative Arts Award

For recognition of development in and commitment to the Creative Arts:

Arah Blake

Gavin Pearce MP Merit Award

For recognition of consistent display of care, respect and responsibility across all areas of schooling:

Jordana Pay

Marist Values and Character Award

In recognition of a student who will demonstrate the Marist Regional College values of Hospitality, Respect, Justice, Compassion and Responsibility: 

Liam Bell

For demonstrating outstanding leadership, living out the Gospel values and following the mission of Jesus:

Prep:       Nova Humphrey 

Year 1:     Vera Kelechukwu

Year 2:     Tilly Korpershoek

Year 3:     Logan Rutter

Year 4:     Dawson Armstrong

Year 5:     Sophia Hardy

For showing a high level of achievement and application towards their learning:

Prep:        Willa Nielson

Year 1:      Louis Butt

Year 2:      Henry Cotton

Year 3:      Millah Fraser

Year 4:      Kaley Saward

Year 5:      Nina Franks

In recognition of initiative and formation of leadership within our School Community:

Charlie Ollington

For being witness to Catholic identity and the spiritual life of the school:

Harry Dawson

For going above and beyond the SPC Way expectations and going beyond what is expected, without seeking recognition:

Hudson Medwin

In recognition of resilience and determination:

Mac Fraser

Charlotte Armstrong

Congratulations to the Year 1/2 and 3/4 boys who represented SPC in the North West Primary Schools Basketball Tournament earlier this year. Thank you to Scott Bryan and Bec Medwin for coaching.

This year saw SPC host a Year 3-6 soccer roster for all the primary schools in Circular Head. We thank Ms Monson for coordinating with all the schools to make this happen. SPC had two teams represented. We thank Mrs Cartledge and Mrs Schuuring for coaching.

This year the u8’s hockey roster was run a little differently. We thank all parents who assisted with the running of this.

U12’s is always an exciting, competitive roster. With SPC making the grand final this year. Thank you to Ms Monson, Mrs Berechree and Mr Hine for training and coaching this team.

School Captains:

Jhett McAlister & Quinn Bishop

House Captains:

Gibson: 

Charlie Ollington & Hamish Poke

Hanlon:

 Taite Walsh & Mila Russell

Marian:

Jhett McAlister & Georgina Blake

It was decided at the AGM in November, SPC Parents & Friends will no longer continue. We thank everyone who has assisted in anyway to support the P&F over the years. 

The winners of the Mega Christmas Raffle were:

Little Blue Shack Accommodation - Margaret Nichols

Nicky Fenton

Harry Coombs

Marie Walsh

Ty Dennison

Gary Crosswell

Teagan Stanley

Hudson Medwin

Leanne Turley

Maureen Burley

Tommy Doel

Crisha Dela Cruz

Rowan Gray

Bryce Walters

Sheldon Dawson

Kylie Monson

Ty Dennison

Thank you to all the donors.