Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School Thursday Island
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7 Normanby Street
Thursday Island QLD 4875
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Email: principal.ti@cns.catholic.edu.au
Phone: 07 4213 0050

From our Principal, Mr. David Graham

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Dear Families and Friends,

What an exciting start to the term! I'm both proud and grateful for the efforts of our entire team as we begin this journey together. It’s been wonderful to see our students settling into the new term with enthusiasm and focus. Classes are calm, engaged, and positive energy is evident across our school.

St. Augustine, one of the most influential Christian thinkers after St. Paul, once wrote:

"The higher the structure is to be, the deeper must be its foundation." (Confessions, IV.12)

This is a powerful reminder that, like a great building, a life of purpose and achievement requires effort, discipline, and commitment. Every lesson learned, every challenge faced, and every moment of perseverance helps lay the foundation for future success. Whether in academics, relationships, or faith, strong foundations set the stage for greatness.

As we begin Term One, there is still much to come, and I’m pleased to report that the changes we’ve made are already showing positive results. Our students are finding their rhythm, and the improvements in our learning environments are helping create a more focused and supportive atmosphere. 

As parents and teachers, we share the important responsibility of guiding our young people through life’s challenges. Perseverance brings its own reward and the effort our children put in now, through their studies, engagement in lessons, and personal growth, will serve them well in the weeks ahead. Mistakes are opportunities to learn, and supporting one another is one of the greatest gifts we can help foster. 

As we move through the coming weeks, I encourage our families to partner with us in fostering resilience, knowledge, and character, qualities that will empower our students throughout their lives. Whether it’s building a strong rapport with your child's teacher, engaging in conversations about their day, or encouraging them to push their boundaries and expand their knowledge, together we can continue to build a solid foundation for their success, one that reflects the great love that defines our community

Best regards,

Mr. David Graham
Principal