Head of Gioia House

Celebrating Gioia House 2022

As another successful and extremely busy academic year comes to a close, we look forward to enjoying a very well-earned break. Every year presents us with challenges and opportunities, and we take this time to reflect on what is important in our lives. We have much to celebrate and to be grateful for – friendships, families…God.

On Tuesday, we celebrated Gioia House Thanksgiving Liturgy and acknowledged the Year 6 students and their time in Gioia House. It was a very moving occasion and an opportunity to give thanks to God for the friendships we formed, the challenges we faced and the knowledge we gained. In Matthew’s reading, we learnt about treasure and the attitude we should hold towards the most valued and precious things in our lives. We were reminded about the graces and gifts we have been given and to use them accordingly.

After the liturgy, students and families enjoyed a picnic on our stunning school grounds. It was a wonderful community occasion to connect and enjoy food. I thank families for providing food and creating a true sense of community.

I also want to take this opportunity to offer my sincere thanks to all parents, students and staff for their determination, hard work and support for each other as we navigated throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming students and parents in January. I trust that the holiday period will be a joyous time for all, an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends and to re-set for 2023, to which we look with great hope and anticipation of another great year of learning at Gioia House.

Key dates for the start of 2023

  • Year 5 students and NEW Year 6 commence on Friday, 27 January at 8:45am
  • Year 6 students commence on Monday, 30 January at 8:30am

I will write to parents about the commencement of the 2023 school year for the Gioia House students in more detail in the second part of the summer holidays.

I wish each community member a very happy, healthy, and safe summer break. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Best regards

Stella Azizian
Head of Gioia House

Parish Pantry Fundraiser for St Pauls’ – Burwood

Gioia House students demonstrated compassion, kindness and service in reaching out to those who struggle in Burwood community. We thank families for their generous donations to St Paul’s Parish Pantry. Your donations will feed the disadvantaged during Christmas.