Dear Parents and Carers of Good Samaritan,

As we come to the end of Term 2, I wish to extend my thanks to all the school community for the outstanding school spirit that has been displayed in the many faith, learning and extra-curricular events that have occurred this term. I especially extend my thanks to the committed and talented staff members who have made all of it possible for our students and families.

Our Year 6 students received the Sacrament of Confirmation and our Year 3 students have commenced preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the Sacrament of First Eucharist. Mother’s Day was celebrated by a breakfast, liturgy and gift stall. Our students excelled in the school musical, and we entered three choirs in the BlueScope Eisteddfod, winning second, third and fourth places! Good Samaritan entered the Wave FM School of the Year Competition and made it to the top 3, displaying a level of creativity and fun that was awe-inspiring. We extend our congratulations to Nazareth, Shellharbour, for winning the 2024 competition. The gala days saw our students displaying excellent skills and sportsmanship, representing Good Samaritan with pride.  

The outstanding explicit teaching of reading in our classrooms is having a positive impact on the development of reading fluency across all year groups. All teachers have been engaged in rich professional learning opportunities to explore data, set goals and plan for ongoing student improvement. The revised 3-6 English and Mathematics syllabus’, and the revised K-2 English and Mathematics syllabus’ have also been the focus of collaborative learning amongst staff during the term.

On Tuesday 2nd July, our Vice Captains, Jasmine I and James S, accompanied me to the blessing and opening of the Colin Learning Centre, refurbished student and staff facilities and new General Learning Area Classrooms at Holy Spirit College, Bellambi. This building project provides contemporary facilities and resources that will benefit all Good Samaritan students who attend Holy Spirit College in future years.

I am looking forward to Term 3, where we will continue to live our vision and mission throughout our wonderful school community:

Our Vision:

Encountering Jesus and celebrating learning.

 Our Mission:

We are committed to creating an inclusive and compassionate community where faithand learning are nurtured. We live by the core Benedictine values of Stewardship, Hospitality, Community and Love of Christ and Neighbour.

Mrs Lisa Tyson