Kia ora e te whānau,

It is with immense sadness that we share with you that Brenda O’Hare’s beloved youngest son, Liam, died on Sunday morning. Brenda is currently in Melbourne with her husband Noel and her sons, Dominic and Daniel, as they support one another through this heartbreaking time. This morning, our staff gathered together in prayer to hold the O’Hare whānau close. It was an emotional time for us all, and we continue to feel deeply saddened by this loss.

As news of Liam’s death has begun to spread amongst staff and members of our community, this morning we made the decision to share this news directly and sensitively with our students. We felt it was important that they hear this from the school in a caring and supportive way, rather than through casual conversations. We also wanted to help those students, who work closely with Brenda, understand why she will be away from school.

At Holy Cross, we do not shy away from conversations about death and grief. Instead, we approach them with grace, compassion, empathy, and understanding, recognising that these moments are part of life and community.

What this may mean for your child at home

Your child may or may not wish to talk about Liam’s death when they come home today. If they do, we encourage you to listen openly and gently support them with any questions or feelings they may have. Children process grief in different ways, and often simply being heard is enough.

As always, if you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to come and see me.

Please continue to keep Brenda and the O’Hare whānau in your prayers during this difficult time.

Ngā mihi nui,

 
Tala Moemai

Principal

Holy Cross School

Book Week has begun! Don't forget to visit our library before and after school this week to purchase wonderful books.  Each book you buy raises money for our school.  This year, we are also inviting the community to purchase a book to be donated to Women's Refuge. 

We hope to see you all tomorrow at our Bedtimes Stories Evening from 5.30pm.  Listen to stories read in the languages of our community and by our sports heroes from the Pulse and Saints sports teams.  Will will also have food for hungry tummies (cash only).  Check out the timetable of readers! 
Timetable for Bedtime Stories

Don't forget to end book week with us by coming along to the Holy Cross Book Character parade from 2.00pm.  Our visiting author Juliette Mciver will be joining us to judge the most creatively dressed character! 

See you all soon 
Holy Cross PSG 

Kia Ora Holy Cross Whānau, 

Last term your Parents’ Support Group was busy helping out in so many different ways.  

Your help with our fundraising events allows us to keep supporting our wonderful school.   
What’s coming up this term?  It’s our annual Book Week! Starting on Monday 11th May our Scholastic Book Fair will be back to inspire readers to dream big!

Get ready and mark your calendars for Tuesday 12th May for a special nighttime event - Bedtime Stories. The fun will continue on Friday 15th May with an author visit, book character day and the famous Holy Cross parade!

We have so much planned and we are looking forward to sharing more details with you over the next few weeks.

We would really appreciate any help you can offer for our evening event - Bedtime Stories.

Please take a few moments to click on the link Bedtime Stories.and see if there are any areas that you would be happy to support.  

Parent Volunteer Help
See you all soon 
Holy Cross Parents’ Group 

Hello families, just a quick reminder that there is NO school tomorrow Friday 24th as it is a Teacher Only Day and Monday 27th for Anzac Day. 

Kia ora e te whānau,

Just a friendly reminder that registrations for basketball (Year 3-8) and netball (Year 5-8) are due now. If your child is interested in playing this season, please make sure you complete their registration before the end of tomorrow 1st of April. Please fill out the regisdtrstion forms on the Skool Loop app.

We will not be accepting late registrations. 

Ngā mihi nui