This week we remember 80 years after the beginning of World War II.  It is also Legacy Week.

I heard a media presenter pay special tribute to those who served our nation, detailing the landmark events of WWII.  Amongst his commentary, his words were simple:

“It is really hard to get your head around what these men and women did some 80 years ago.”

“It’s a level of bravery no ordinary person will experience in their lives, but these servicemen and women aren’t ordinary. They’re extraordinary.”

We remember in prayer, our country’s current and ex-service men and women.  God bless.

Linda de Salis
Defence School Mentor

Indigenous Literacy Celebration – Preloved books still wanted!
Indigenous Literacy Day is a national celebration of Indigenous culture, stories, language and literacy. The day helps to focus our attention on the disadvantages experienced in some communities and encourages people to raise funds and advocate for more equal access to literacy resources for these communities. 

To celebrate this day our school is holding a Book Swap, where families (students and parents/carers) are able to donate preloved books that they no longer want and then they can also purchase a book/s with a donation of a gold coin. We are also lucky to be hosting some guest speakers who will share traditional stories and aspects of their culture with our students.

To give further opportunities for book donations, we have delayed these celebrations until next Tuesday 10th September. Thank you to those families that have already brought in some preloved books.