From the P&F Association
The last few weeks have been a whirlwind! Already half way through the term and the P&F Executive Committee have been working behind the scenes to fill up our social calendar!
P&F Association General Meeting
It was great to see many new faces attend the P&F Association General Meeting on 26 February. We hope that the parent representatives have reported back to their year groups on what activities and events that have been planned for the upcoming year by the school and the P&F Committee. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,28 May 2025 and we hope to see as many of you there as possible.
For those who were unable to attend, the minutes will be posted on the P&F page in Veritas Online.
Mother’s Day Lunch
We are so excited to announce that the preparations for the Mother’s Day Luncheon is officially underway. Please mark your diaries for our very special event on 8 May 2025. See below for more details. Tickets are now available for sale and will sell out quickly. Buy your tickets individually or as a table of ten. Either way make sure you are there as this is not an event that you want to miss!
Easter Art Fundraiser Competition – My Easter Story
Shortly you will receive an email about the joint initiative between the school and the P&F about our upcoming Easter Art Fundraiser Competition which will be open to all students from Prep to Year 6. This initiative provides a meaningful opportunity for students to express their creativity, reflect on the Easter story and support a great cause. More details to follow.
Year Group Gatherings
It has been a very busy time for our Parent Representatives with plenty of catch ups that have come and gone and more lined up in the coming weeks. Please see below your year group’s next event. We strongly encourage you all to attend these events as it is a chance to meet new families and strengthen the relationship you have with your existing families. The parent representatives work so hard behind the scenes to organise these events and they would appreciate your support.
Sustainable Threads
Our second-hand uniform collection is growing and we are planning a pop-up stall on both the Primary and Secondary Campuses on Tuesday 29 April. Keep a eye on our WhatsApp group chats for more information closer to the date!
Jumana Commisso
Communications Coordinator
P&F Committee
Upcoming Events
Mother’s Day Lunch – 8 May 2025
The Santa Sabina College Parents & Friends Association invite you to join us for our Mother’s Day special celebration with a spectacular waterfront luncheon at ECCO Drummoyne, situated amongst the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour.
This exclusive event is designed to bring our community together, honouring the incredible mothers, grandmothers, aunts, carers and mother figures who make our lives so special.
Inclusions: Welcome cocktail and canapes followed by an exquisite Italian inspired three-course lunch. Tickets are limited so don’t miss out.
We will have a few surprises on the day to make the day memorable & fun filled.
Dads’ Night Out
Prep, Kindergarten, Year 5 & 7 dads – if you haven’t already purchased your ticket please do so as the tickets are selling out. It will be a great night for all the dads to relax, unwind and have some healthy competition.
📅 Date: Friday 21 March 2025
⏰Time: 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start
📍 Location: North Strathfield Kingpin Bowling
Cost: $60 – includes 1 hour bowling, food and welcome drinks.
Trybooking link below
Year Group Catch Ups
Past events
International Women’s Day
On Thursday 6 March we celebrated International Women’s Day. The P&F together with the Ex-Students’ Association invited a panel of extraordinary ex-students and current parents who shared stories of success, setbacks and inspiration. The night was highly entertaining and engaging followed by some great food and even better conversations between the current students and alumni. The P&F proudly sponsored all SSC students in attendance by covering half of their ticket price. We are sure these students will now move through the rest of this year with a renewed energy to March Forward for ALL women and girls. Read below what they had to say about the event.
Thank you to our outstanding panellists, Paula Dunan AM, Amy Rixon, Bridget Clark, Annabel Cowley and Anne Salem as well as the hard working IWD committee.
Statements from students:
‘The IWD night was such a memorable and interesting experience. I enjoyed listening to the panellists’ inspiring stories and getting to learn all about their challenges and achievements. I especially enjoyed getting to hear from different perspectives of the speakers who all graduated from Santa at different times and now work in a mix of industries. I loved the sense of community from everyone past and present coming together as Santa celebrated International Women’s Day.’
Charlotte H
Year 11
‘On Thursday 6 March I was lucky enough to attend the IWD panel discussion. Following the theme of “March Forward” it was incredibly engaging and insightful listening to four extremely accomplished women share personal stories of how they have overcome obstacles and shared tips on how we as women can March Forward. We then had the opportunity to speak with the panellists one on one during refreshments and learn more about their journeys. I am so grateful I was able to participate in such an amazing event.‘ Evelyn L
Year 11
‘I thoroughly enjoyed attending the recent IWD event. The speakers provided great insights into gender equality and moving forward towards a greater future. This was a truly valuable experience that has enriched my understanding of the gender gap and paving the way for change as young women.’
Abigail M
Year 11
Year Group Catch Ups
The parent reps have been busy organising various catch-ups over the last few weeks. It is these gatherings that allow connections amongst parents and carers, and it creates a welcoming environment for both old and new friendships. These catch-ups provide such valuable support networks for everyone involved. Don’t forget to take those photos (just saying our Year 3 reps 🙂)
Our lovely Year 4 mums:
Our amazing Year 5 & 6 Mums & Gio 😉
Parent Education – Debra Brodowski
School Life
We’re now well and truly through the first half of Term 1 of the school year. Calendars are fast filling up with commitments and activities. I need to keep a master wall planner to ensure I try to keep on top of all the activities! I am so grateful though for all the opportunities that are on offer and I do encourage my children to explore, experiment, and try out different co-curriculars at school. I never had such an opportunity in my schooling experience and I can see the benefits that co-curriculars offer, be it sport, music, or joining one of the many co-curriculars on offer.
- It builds social skills and forms friendships: co-curricular activities provide an opportunity for young people to interact with others outside their immediate peer group. It is a great way to foster inclusion and break down cliques. These interactions are also vital for developing social skills, teamwork, and empathy. Your young person learns to navigate social dynamics and develop a sense of belonging and community.
- It can develop essential life skills: allowing your young person to stretch out of their comfort zone; try, maybe fail, and then try again, helps foster a growth mindset and therefore build confidence that can challenges be overcome. Such skills prepare our young people for future challenges and helps equip them to handle various situations with confidence and competence. These in turn help your child with their social and emotional wellbeing, allowing them to tap into strategies to assist with stress tolerance and emotional regulation.
- It can help your young person uncovering and nurture talents: co-curricular activities offer our young people a wonderful opportunity to explore and discover their interests and talents. This can then lead to building confidence and self-belief in other parts of life, and can every uncover potential future career paths. This can in turn foster a love of learning and help balancing their learning experiences at school
Investing in co-curriculars doesn’t have to mean over-scheduling your young person’s co-curricular experiences, burning you out in the process as you try to ensure that your young person meets their multiple demands. Finding a balance of exploring co-curricular activities allows for exploration, stretching the comfort zone, and potentially learning something truly special that can help them into their future years. By encouraging and facilitating involvement in co-curricular activities for your young person, you are helping to shape a well-rounded, confident, and capable individual ready to face the world.