News & Events
National Reconcilliation Week and Aboriginal Workshops
Educating for Change: The Inspiring Story of Annie Brice and Saint Mary MacKillop
We will host a special event on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 9:00am to 10:00am, featuring our Principal Emma Fowler, a proud Boandik woman, in conversation with family members.
The event will delve into the inspiring legacy of Annie Brice, Emma's great-great-grandmother, a Boandik woman taught by Saint Mary MacKillop, and explore connections to the Boandik people and the transformative impact of education.
This unique session will highlight themes of resilience, cultural heritage, and reconciliation, showcasing how one family's story continues to inspire future generations.
Taking place during National Reconciliation Week, which runs from May 27 to June 3, this event aligns with the broader national effort to learn about shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
Open to students, families, and the wider community, this event promises a thought-provoking celebration of leadership and cultural connection.
Free event.
International Sushi Day
Reading Revolution read-a-thon
Are you ready to challenge the dominance of screens and ignite a lifelong love of reading in your family? From June 16–20, we invite you to join the award-winning Reading Revolution, a transformative event that redefines how we engage with books and literacy. Winner of the prestigious Australia Day - Community Event of the Year Award and nominated for Innovative Event of the year with Catholic Education S.A., this initiative promises to inspire families to embrace reading as a cornerstone for mental wellbeing, creativity, and future success.
Why This Matters:
- Break Free from Screens: Books offer a healthier, more enriching alternative to excessive screen time.
- Boost Mental Wellbeing: Reading enhances creativity and emotional resilience.
- Empower Future Success: Literacy is the key to unlocking academic and future life opportunities.
Event Highlights:
- Week-Long Read-a-Thon: Dive into books with your family—independently or together—and win exciting prizes. Let’s make reading irresistible!
- Literacy Panel & Workshops: On Thursday, June 19 (6:00 pm – 7:30 pm), hear from renowned experts like Tania Ingram, Mandy Foot, Andrew Joyner, and Bec Hughes. Gain practical tips and insights during tailored breakout sessions for parents of children in Pre-School through Year 6.
- Family-Friendly Fun: Bring your kids along! Choose between supervised playtime in the school playground or quiet storytime activities in our library.
Reading Revolution Panel and Workshops - RSVP today
Format:
Introduction: A keynote session featuring all panelists discussing how reading can serve as a meaningful alternative to screen time and improve mental wellbeing.
Followed by:
Breakout Groups: Parents will join age-specific sessions tailored to their child’s developmental stage:
- Pre-School Parents: Led by Bec Hughes (Raising Literacy Australia)
- Reception to Year 2 Parents: Led by Mandy Foot (Children's Book Author & Illustrator)
- Year 3 to Year 4 Parents: Led by Andrew Joyner (Children's Book Author & Illustrator)
- Year 5 to Year 6 Parents: Led by Tania Ingram (Children's Book Author)
Everyone will then be invited to come back together for a chance to share their learnings together.
Family-Friendly Features:
Families are welcome to bring their children to the Literacy Panel event. Children may stay with their parents during sessions or enjoy supervised playtime by one of our educators. Alternatively, they can visit the school library for quiet reading or join a storytime section designed for younger children.
Please RSVP HERE
To us a child lost in a book is a child found in success
Join Us for Italian Day
Families, friends, and extended family are warmly invited to celebrate all things Italian with us on July 3rd from 8:30 AM in the school piazza!
Start your morning with a delicious coffee and enjoy a vibrant day filled with Italian culture, including:
Assembly at 9:10am for our families, followed by a Costume Parade. Students will then participate in a full day of Italian activities and experiences.
Fun Italian-themed activities for students and families
Dress up in the colors of the Italian flag - green, white, or red - or get creative with costumes like Mario Bros, Pinocchio, pizza slice, chef, gondolier driver, gelato seller, soccer ball, or meatball!
Special lunch orders of Pizza and Gelato will be available for pre-purchase on QKR before the event.
Bring your loved ones and come join the divertimento [fun]! Let’s make this a memorable celebration of Italian culture together!
Term 3 Commences
Mini-Monets: St Raphael’s School Art Showcase
Opening Night: Friday, August 8 | 5–7pm (RSVP for catering)
Weekend Viewing: Saturday & Sunday | 12–2pm
Location: The Monastery, 15 Cross Rd, Urrbrae
Discover the creative talents of St Raphael’s School's young artists in this vibrant public art exhibition set in the stunning spaces of The Monastery. Join us for the opening night celebration and enjoy a weekend of inspiring artworks. Don’t miss this chance to support and explore the imagination of our Mini-Monets during Catholic Schools Open Week 2025!