Welcome to Term 4!

It has been a busy start to the term with everything books! Thank you to our families who sent in photos of you sharing books with your children at home.  It was heart warming to see these moments.  The children also enjoyed dressing up as their favourite book characters for the class parades. 

Preschool Orientation

This year we are holding our Preschool Orientation for 2021 families over a few sessions on Saturday the 7^th of November from 9am – 12pm.  This will give us the opportunity to invite families in to the ELC in restricted numbers.  Covid safe regulations will be in place and we will clean after each visit.  If you are a current parent and have any time to come along for some or all of the morning we would love your support.  It is hoped that you could help serve morning tea, offer advice and welcome new families to our ELC St Anthony’s family.  If you can help out please email us at; elc.stanthonys@cg.catholic.edu.au

Chickens

Over the last couple of weeks the students were introduced to the life cycle of chickens and ducks through the hatching program.  This has been a wonderful success with much excitement and lots of great learning opportunities presented.  A big thanks to Miss Bec for organising this experience.  The chickens will remain at the ELC and reside in a purpose built enclosure outside.  This will enhance our sustainability focus and provide the students with an opportunity to care for  animals.  We are very excited about this and will keep you updated on our chickens progress. 

Kinder Orientation

Next week our current students will have the opportunity to visit Kindergarten in the Primary School.  We will stay for a play, giving the children a chance to see what big school is like.  Our St Thomas buddies will also visit over the next couple of weeks to support some students transition and connection with our neighbouring school. 

BOOK FAIR

Our Book Fair will remain in the foyer for 1 more week.  If you need any Christmas gifts or just want to stock up your library at home I would encourage you to purchase them from our Fair.  The Preschool will receive some of the proceeds to put towards our own book collection.