Hot Lunches:
If you are planning on providing your children with hot lunches, please pop them in a thermos to bring to school. There are safety issues with heating lunches, and teachers really don't have the time to cater for the increasing number of requests to prepare hot lunches and snacks. Thanks for your cooperation.
Parish Mass Times:
Important Dates Term 2:
Green Thumb Team News:
Grade 5/6 Pottery Adventure at Deloraine Creative Arts Studio:
Last week, Mrs. Badcock's Grade 5/6 class took an exciting trip to the Deloraine Creative Arts Studio to participate in a hands-on pottery class. The goal? To create their very own mugs!
In preparation for the visit, students put together mood boards at school, which helped spark ideas and inspiration for their unique designs. Their creativity really came to life once they started shaping the clay.
The feedback? Overwhelmingly positive! Every student agreed that they had never had so much fun working on an art project—and they’re all eager to go back for another session. How great is that?
2025 Sacramental Candidates:
2025 Meander Valley Catholic Parish Sacramental Candidates have started preparing to receive the Sacrament of Penance and will be welcomed at the Vigil Mass at the Holy Redeemer on Saturday, June 28, at 5 p.m.
Mass will be followed by supper in the school hall. Please bring a plate of sandwiches or a sweet to share. All are welcome!
Vinnies Winter Relief Appeal:
Save the Date:
School Lunch Box Ideas:
New Local Business:
School Holiday Activities:
AFL Tasmania
The July school holidays are sorted with our AFL Holiday Programs! 
Perfectly packed into one fun-filled day, kids can learn and play footy in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment. With mixed and all-girls offerings in two age groups, there’s something for everyone!
Find out more and register now: https://play.afl/.../registrations-open-july-school-holidays
From the Principal:
Yesterday afternoon, our classrooms were filled with parents, grandparents, and caregivers listening to excited children share and showcase their learning this year. There were many smiles and excited faces, which were lovely to see. Our Learning Expo provides parents with an insight into how far their child has come, and allows children to share how proud they are of the work they do at school. We believe it is of great value, and the work and time teachers and students put into such a showcase is valued by the adults who attend.
On Friday, our students' Mid-Year Reports are published on Compass. Please feel free to make a Parent Teacher booking through Compass with your child’s teacher next week to discuss your child’s progress, particularly if you did not make it to the Learning Expo.
Warm regards,
Mary Bennett
Community Consultation Session:
Student Attendance Notes:
Important Dates:
Student Wellbeing Information:
Wellbeing programs available in Term 3 2025:
Here at Our Lady of Mercy, we care about all our students. Sometimes, students need some
extra care and attention. To help these students we offer two specific programs that support
wellbeing. These programs are called Rainbows and Peaceful Kids.
Rainbows is designed to support children experiencing family change. Each participant can
compare, discuss and share feelings in the group, work through reactions and discuss skills
relating to their own life experience. Forms will be sent home to all students. If you would
like your child to attend the Rainbows program, please return the signed permission form.
Peaceful Kids is a mindfulness and positive psychology-based program to increase resilience in
children. The program gives children the skills, practice and support to utilise coping
strategies that lessen the symptoms of stress and build resilience. If you believe your child
would benefit from this program, they are welcome to collect more information and/or a
permission form from the office.
If there are any questions regarding these programs, please contact our Wellbeing officer Leigh-anne Newington, 63 622 323
Kindergarten Enrolments 2026:
If you know anyone who is considering enrolling for Kindergarten in 2026, please tell them to get in touch as we have limited spaces available.
Meander Valley Mass Times:
From the Principal:
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Thank you for participating in the School Effectiveness Survey
We extend our sincere thanks to all families who participated in the School Effectiveness Survey conducted last term.
The results are in, and we have much to celebrate!
When compared to other schools surveyed, our school has performed exceptionally well. Many of our strengths align with the top 25%. Key areas of strength include:
- Parent Partnerships – 84
- Approachability – 87
- Student Safety – 83
- School Improvement – 87
- Connectedness to School – 85
These outstanding results reflect the strength of our community engagement, the positive relationships between families and the school, and our commitment to student wellbeing. Families feel welcomed, involved, and valued — something we are very proud of.
While all areas scored well, there are some identified as opportunities for continued growth and focus:
- Social Skills – 82
- Student Behaviour – 71
These results present valuable opportunities to further support peer relationships, social development, and respectful behaviours within our school community.
The overall results of your feedback highlight the strong performance of our school and reflect the trust and confidence our families have in the work we do. Parents have shared that:
- Their children have access to strong learning opportunities
- There is a clear focus on maximising academic growth
- Students feel connected to school and are motivated to succeed
- The school values parent input and fosters genuine partnerships
We’re incredibly proud of these results and grateful for your continued support in making our school a place of belonging, learning, and growth.
Kind regards,
Mary
Tasmanian Association for the Gifted Inc:
If you are interested in participating in this seminar, please use the link below to register.
https://www.trybooking.com/
