St Kieran Newsletter Term 4, Week 23 - 30th October 2025

Principal's Message

Loving God, 

We thank You for the saints—those known and unknown—who have shown us how to live with faith, courage, and love. 

We remember with tenderness all souls who have gone before us, especially those dear to our hearts. 

May their memory inspire us to live lives of kindness, compassion, and hope. 

Grant us peace as we honour their legacy and strive to walk in Your light. 

Amen. 

As we enter the month of November, we are invited into a sacred time of remembrance and reflection through the observances of All Souls Day (November 1st) and All Saints Day (November 2nd). 

All Souls Day, following immediately after, is a more personal and tender commemoration. It is a day to remember and pray for all the faithful departed—our loved ones, family members, and friends—entrusting them to God’s eternal care. It is a time to honour their memory and reflect on the hope we hold in the resurrection and the promise of eternal life. 

All Saints Day is a celebration of all the holy men and women who have gone before us—those officially recognised by the Church and those whose lives quietly reflected God’s love. It reminds us that sainthood is not reserved for the extraordinary, but is a calling for each of us to live with faith, integrity, and compassion in our daily lives. 

These days offer a beautiful opportunity for our school community to come together in prayer, gratitude, and remembrance. In classrooms and liturgies, students will be encouraged to reflect on the lives of saints and share stories of loved ones who have passed, fostering a spirit of reverence and connection. 

May this time deepen our faith and remind us of the enduring bond we share with those who have gone before us. 

Take care and stay safe. 

Mr Anthony Davis 

Assistant Principal 

anthony.davis@cewa.edu.au 

Contact Details - Parents

It is imperative that parents and families update the school when your personal details change during the year. If you change your email address or mobile phone please ensure that the school administration is contacted so we can update these details for communication purposes. 

School Fees

Please make sure you are addressing any outstanding school fees for 2025. please don’t leave this until the festive season. If there are any concerns please see the principal to discuss this further. 

Annual Community Meeting

Our Annual Community Meeting will be held on Wednesday 20th November at 5pm in the Upper Learning Area. This will be a combination of the School Advisory and Kieran Connect Meeting's. 

The School Advisory Committee operates under the Terms of Reference, and these are listed on our school website. As a School Advisory Council, we continue to look to support our school values and those of CEWA. If you ever have any questions regarding the School Advisory Council please contact Mr Burnett. 

School Playground and Play Equipment

For the safety of all children, we kindly remind families that students are not to use the school playground equipment before or after school. During these times, staff are not on duty and unable to supervise, which increases the risk of accidents or injury. We appreciate your support in helping us keep everyone safe. 

Students Leaving St Kieran

Can you please let the school know as soon as possible if your child/children are moving on from St Kieran in 2026. We currently have families on our wait lists and would like to accommodate as many people as possible. Please note a terms notice should be given in order to not be charged any subsequent fees. This only applies to students who are leaving St Kieran. 

Overdue Library Books

Any students with overdue library books were notified at the end of last term. Thank you to those who have returned the books.  

Revised School Values

It became clear that our school values at St Kieran were no longer as meaningful or relevant as they once were. To ensure they truly reflect who we are today—while honouring our rich history—we undertook a process to review, refresh, and renew them.  We are inviting our community to review the work done so far. Please feel free to provide your feedback on each Value.  

At St Kieran Catholic Primary School, we are proud to introduce our revised school values, guided by the acronym MERCY. This word was thoughtfully chosen to honour our school’s rich heritage rooted in the Mercy tradition, inspired by the Sisters of Mercy who have long championed compassion, service, and education. 

Mercy means "To Give Life" — a powerful reminder that our values are not just words, but actions that breathe life into our community, relationships, and learning. Each letter in MERCY represents a core value that shapes who we are and how we grow together as a faith-filled, inclusive, and caring school. 

M – Mission, E – Excellence, R – Respect, C – Compassion, Y - You 

To provide feedback, please fill in this form: St Kieran Values 

Mulberry Tree - Waterloo Street site

As communicated with families, Mulberry Tree will be ending their Out of School Hours Care service at the end of the term. The St Kieran Leadership team, in consultation and support from Catholic Education Western Australia, are currently working on finding a provider to recommence the service for the start of Term 1, 2026. We appreciate the support from families as we work towards a solution that will best suit the needs of our community.  

New Servite Principal

It is our pleasure to congratulate and welcome the newly appointed Principal of Servite College from 2026, Mr Michael Chiera.  
 
We are looking at continuing the positive and collaborative relationship with Servite under Mr Chiera's leadership.  

Sign of the Week

Learning one Auslan sign a week is a simple but powerful way to increase our awareness and inclusion at St. Kieran. By committing to learning just one sign each week, we break down barriers and build empathy. It reminds us to be more mindful of accessibility and gives us the tools to connect with more people. Over time, these small efforts add up, leading to greater fluency and a more inclusive environment for everyone.

Carols in the Quad

SAVE THE DATE! Carols in the Quad will be held on Thursday 4th December at 6:30pm.

All Student Social Event

Save the Date! The All Student Social Event will be held on Friday 14th November for Kindy to Year 6 students. More details to come.

Murdoch After School Mathematics and Physical Science Program