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| Every Monday | Sports Day | |
| Every Friday | Sports Day | |
| Every Wednesday for the month of May | Open Day for tours of our school for enrolments | |
| Week 2 | Friday 9th May |
8am - Mother's Day celebration hosted by Year 1 Parents followed by Opening of the Indigenous Community Garden led by the school 9:15am - Tour of the garden |
| Week 3 | Wednesday 14th May |
9:30am Parish Mass - St John Vianney's Parish everyone welcome. Led by 5/6J students.
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| Thursday 15th May | First Eucharist Registrations close | |
| Friday 16th May | 9:30am SJV Athletics Carnival - Chapman Oval | |
| Week 4 | Wednesday 21st May | National Simultaneous Storytime |
| Saturday 24th May | 5:00pm Sacramental Gathering Mass - St Judes Church | |
| Week 5 |
Monday 26th - Friday 30th May
Tuesday 27th May |
Parent Teacher Interviews. Make your appointment for your child's teacher/s on the Compass App. We will advise when this is live BOOK FAIR will be set up during this week for you and your children to choose books from before and after school. SAVE THE DATE - Tuesday Night "Think You Know Presentation" RSVP on QKR. Time 6:00pm |
| Friday 30th May |
Cancer Council - "Biggest Morning Tea". Gold coin donation. This event will be on QKR and donations on the day can be accepted. 2:40pm Reconciliation Prayer Celebration presented by Year 2 students. Everyone welcome |
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| Week 6 |
Monday 2nd June Friday 6th June |
Reconciliation Day Public Holiday Parent Teacher Interviews this term, will be held over two weeks. |
| Tuesday 3rd June | South Weston Cross Country | |
| Week 7 | Monday 9th June | King's Birthday Public Holiday |
| Wednesday 11th June | Parish Mass - St John Vianney's Parish everyone welcome. Led by Year 4 students. | |
| Week 8 | Thursday 19th June | School Photos Winter uniform with Polar Fleece on. |
| Week 9 | Monday 23rd June | 2:10pm Semester Awards Ceremony |
| Thursday 26th June | SJV Disco 2:30pm-4:30pm | |
| Week 10 | Tuesday 1st July | Confirmation Registrations Close |
| Thursday 3rd July | Last day of Term 2 | |
| Friday 4th July | Pupil Free Day | |
| Term 3, Week 1 | Monday 21st July | Pupil Free Day |
| Tuesday 22nd July | First day of Term 3 |
Term 1 Week 10 Notes
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St_Mary_Mackillop_Try_Mackillop_Day_Event.pdf
Term 2 Week 1 Notes
2025_Mother_s_Day_Flyer.pdfSaint_John_Vianneys_School_Indigenous_Garden_Opening_.pdf
Term 2 Week 2 Notes
Italian_Special_Lunch_2025_Term_2.pdf
Term 2 Week 3 Notes
Compass email RE: Athletics Carnival 16th May
Email regarding Direct Debit option available. Email expires 20th May
Term 2 Week 4 Notes
Email home - Parent & Teacher Interviews week 4 and 5
Housekeeping Email regarding ThinkUKnow presentation and Book Fair
ThinkUKnow Presentation flyer
Term 2 Week 5 Notes
Dear SJV Community
Welcome to the end of Wk 5.
Loving God, Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to his disciples and to us. May we go out with joy and conviction, to share the Good News of the gospel with all those we meet. Amen.
SILOAM - Principal's Retreat
I will be away today at the Principal's Retreat, thankfully Mrs De Rosa will be at school holding the fort.
Parent Teacher Interviews
Interviews are currently under way and I hope that every parent has made a time with their classroom teacher to discuss their child's progress. If you have not done this yet, could you please do so. Teachers value the input they receive from parents and this highlights to the students the importance of their education.
Illness
A timely reminder that it is the season of coughs colds, flu and COVID, all of which we have experienced over the last few weeks. Remember if your child is unwell and coughing and sneezing that they should stay home until they are well. This will prevent the spread of all the nasties which means teachers will remain well to teach their class and fellow students will remain fit for school. Don't forget to send in the doctors certificate if the absence has been 2 consecutive days or longer.
Biggest Morning Tea - Friday 30th May
We have some spare cupcakes due to the generosity of some great bakers. As such we are sending a Word Search home for each family and if it is returned completed by this Friday, every child in the family will receive a free cupcake to take home.
DISCO - Help needed (Year 5 and Year 4) 26th June A date has been settled on and preparations are under way. The format this year is somewhat different as the Disco will start at 2:30pm and finish by 4:30pm. Whilst teachers will act as supervisors for the event, we will still need people who can help with fun things like a sausage sizzle, tattoos, hairspray, lolly bags etc.
Whilst a Year 5 parent has coordinated the event thus far, I am asking for Year 4 parents to fill the assistant roles by helping with some of the afore mentioned activities. Could I please ask that if you are able to help you contact Matt Thorpe - mobile 0411 388 040.
God Bless
Peter Rodda
Principal
with Nina De Rosa
Assistant Principal
Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability
Australian, state and territory governments have agreed on a new approach to collecting data on school students with disability. The Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability NCCDSSD) provides Australian schools, parents, education authorities and the community with information about the number of students with disability in schools, where they are located and the adjustments they receive.
The national data collection on students with disability reinforces the existing obligations that schools have towards students under the Commonwealth Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and the Disability Standards for Education 2005. It counts the number of students who are supported under these obligations based on the professional judgement of teachers and their understanding and knowledge of their students. The Standards require that all Australian schools ensure that students with disability are able to access and participate in education on the same basis as students without disability.
Under the Standards, all schools are required to make or provide 'reasonable adjustments' for students where necessary to enable their access and participation. This includes all students with or without a ‘diagnosed’ disability. Therefore, even if your child does not have a specified disability, they may still need adjustments to access their learning. Every student has needs whether it is formally diagnosed or not. Adjustments of some kind are required by most students. Adjustments reflect the assessed individual needs of the student.
Adjustments
- Can be made in both the classroom and whole-school settings as well as at individual student level.
- Will be provided in a timely and sensitive manner, protecting the privacy and the dignity of the student at all times.
- May be permanent or temporary depending on the nature of the disability and the needs of the individual.
- The level and nature of the adjustment may also change over time. However, it may not be necessary for a student to repeat the processes of seeking the same adjustments for an ongoing condition, e.g. format of learning materials
- May take many forms. e.g following a medical action plan, modifications to lessons, extra time to complete work, specific individual programs.
The Standards also require that reasonable adjustments are provided in consultation with the student and/or their associates; for most students, this means their parents and carers. Therefore classroom teachers will contact parents if we believe that a child receives adjustments and are therefore part of the collection of data. The Standards recognise that not all students with disability are alike. Students with disability have specific needs, including the type and level of support they need in order to access and participate in all aspects of education on the same basis as students without disability
The national data collection on students with disability acknowledges the work already undertaken in our school to support students with a disability. It assists schools to identify and to support students with disability so they can access and participate in education on the same basis as their peers.
At SJV adjustment data is collected through a child's Personal Plan. More information about the collection of data can be found: FAQ or FACT SHEET
SunSmart – means no hats in June and July
As a SunSmart school the Cancer Council ACT does not recommend sun protection in Canberra during June and July, SJV does not enforce the wearing of hats during this time. From Monday (3rd June), the “no hat, no play” rule is shelved for the next two months. Children are encouraged to wear school beanies during the colder months.
‘Don't compare your child to others. There is no comparison between the sun and the moon. They shine when it is their time.' - Source Unknown
RE News - Laura Matchett
Gospel Reflection Luke 24:46-53
Today we celebrate the feast day of the Ascension. This Sunday’s Gospel tells the story of Jesus’ final moments with His disciples before ascending into heaven. Jesus reminds His followers that it was necessary for the Messiah to suffer, die, and rise from the dead on the third day. He then commissions the disciples to be witnesses to His life, death, and resurrection, telling them to spread the message of forgiveness and new life to all nations. Finally, Jesus blesses them and is taken up into heaven, and the disciples return to Jerusalem filled with joy and praise.
The message of this passage is one of hope, mission, and joy. Jesus assures His followers that His story does not end with His death, but continues through their lives and witness. It reminds us — as parents, teachers, and members of the Church — that we are called to live out and share the Good News with others through love, kindness, and faith.
As we move through this season of Easter, may we all be inspired by the joy of the disciples and their trust in Jesus’ promise that we are never alone.
Prayer Celebrations Term 2
We warmly welcome parents and friends of SJV to join us for our ANZAC Day and Reconciliation Week Prayer Celebrations which are happening this term. Both prayer celebrations will start at 2:40pm in the school hall.
Reconciliation Week Prayer Celebration - presented by Year 2 on Friday 30th May
School Masses
As a school, we regularly attend the Wednesday morning 9:30 am Mass at St John Vianney’s Church. The choir sings at this Mass and sometimes our students have a role in other parts of the celebration. Parents and friends of our school are welcome to join us alongside parishioners at this Mass. Dates the school will be attending Mass this term are as follows:
Wednesday 11th June - led by Year 4
Wednesday 25th June - led by Year 3
St Vincent de Paul
In term 2, our social justice and fundraising focus turns to St Vincent de Paul in preparation for the Winter Appeal. We are always looking for donations for our hygiene station which is located in the school’s foyer area. We welcome donations of new and sealed hygiene products such as
- Oral hygiene products (toothpaste, toothbrushes)
- Deodorant, body spray, and perfume
- Body wash and soap
- Hair care items (shampoo, conditioner)
- Face wash and skincare products
- Moisturiser and hand sanitiser
- Sanitary products
- Toiletries bags
Your donations are made into small bags which will be distributed by the Saint Vincent de Paul Society of Canberra Goulburn, ensuring they reach those in our local community most in need.
If you’re wondering how you can contribute, here are a few simple ideas:
- Planning a holiday? If you visit a hotel and don’t need the complimentary toiletries, consider bringing them home to donate to our hygiene station. Please ensure they are sealed.
- Shopping for yourself? Next time you’re buying a new toothbrush or bottle of shampoo, why not pick up an extra one to help someone in need?
We thank you for your generous support of this initiative.
SPAR - Parents and Friends Prayer Group
Our SPAR Parents and Friends Prayer Group will be held regularly on Thursday mornings at 8:45am in the space between the canteen and the hall, and will run for 10 minutes. A reminder that the group is open to everyone regardless of faith background, practising or non-practising Catholics, those who pray regularly, those who haven’t prayed in a while, anyone considering becoming Catholic, anyone curious about how we pray here at school, or anyone who would like 10 minutes of peace and calm in their week! You don’t need to attend each week, it will always be open to anyone who wants to come along.
Parents and friends with younger children are welcome to bring them along where they will be watched by Year 6 students in the hall. The prayer group will focus on reflections on the forthcoming Sunday’s Gospel, Christian meditation, significant events and feast days central to the Catholic faith or current community, national or global events. No one will be asked to share or verbally participate unless they feel comfortable to do so. I’d encourage you to consider whether this might be something you give a try this year. Please feel free to contact me: laura.matchett@cg.catholic.edu.au with any questions or feedback (particularly regarding the timing, if this is a barrier for you to attend). I hope to see you there.
Sacraments 2025
Registrations for Confirmation are currently open. First Eucharist registrations have now closed for 2025. Families of students who are eligible to make one of the Sacraments (Reconciliation, First Eucharist or Confirmation) this year are encouraged to visit the Parish website: https://stjjvwestoncreek.blogspot.com/ for information and registration details for each of the Sacraments.
Eligibility for each Sacrament is as follows:
Reconciliation - open to students who have been baptised Catholic and who are in Year 3 or above.
First Eucharist - open to baptised Catholic students who have made their Reconciliation and are in Year 4 or above.
Confirmation - open to baptised Catholic students who have received their First Eucharist and who are in Year 6 or above.
It is possible to receive more than one Sacrament in the same year, however, the Sacraments usually need to made in order (i.e. Reconciliation, followed by First Eucharist, then Confirmation). These questions and other general enquiries about the Sacramental program are best directed to the Parish Office via email: SacramentalOLA@cg.org.au
Key dates for this term are as follows:
Gathering Mass (for First Eucharist and Confirmation candidates): Saturday 14th June/Sunday 15th June (any of the weekend Masses)
Reflection Evening for First Eucharist: Tuesday 24th June, 5:30pm at St John Vianney’s Church
Sacrament of First Eucharist: Saturday 28th June, 5:30pm at St Jude’s Church and Sunday 29th June, 9am at St John Vianney’s Church
Please note - Merit Awards will be handed out at NEXT Friday's morning assembly.
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KA |
Noah Nishanth |
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1 B |
Grayson Bozsoky |
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2 J |
Sullivan Donley |
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3 P |
Jacob Bourke Novak Taflaga |
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4 CA |
Skye Walker |
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5/6 J |
Amalia Craciun |
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5/6 P |
Harrison Cameron |
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The Arts |
Julia Paese |
Book club Issue 4-
Book Club Issue 4 2025 went home today and orders are now open. To order the books and find out more about Scholastic, please follow the link below.
ELC NEWS
ELC NEWS
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In recognition of Reconciliation Week, the ELC engaged in activities, read stories, and created beautiful artwork that reflected our learning and discussions about respect, history, and unity.
We also began our inquiry into Community by heading out on a community walk. The children were so observant and curious about the buildings we saw and are beginning to form thoughtful ideas about the people and places that make up our local area. To enrich our learning, we would love to invite parents to come in to talk about their professions to deepen our understanding of how different roles contribute to a community. If you’re interested, please let us know.
2026 Kinder Enrolments – Close This Friday
A reminder to all ELC families that you need to submit an enrolment form for Kinder by 30 May. Applications are available through the school website.
Lobsters Cross Country Run – Friday 30 May
The Stingrays and Turtles participated in the school Cross Country Carnival this week and showed fantastic enthusiasm and persistence. The Lobster class will holding their Cross Country run this Friday at 10:30am. Parents are invited to come along and cheer us on at the oval. You are welcome to bring along a picnic and stay and stay for lunch after the run. Please send children in appropriate running shoes.
The Resilience Project webinar – Thursday 25 June
Parents are invited to attend an ‘Discovering Resilience’ live webinar with Martin Heppell on 25 June from 6.30pm-7.30pm. Martin, who is also a parent of young children, will share engaging stories and practical strategies to support the mental wellbeing of the entire family. If you are unable to attend, a recorded version will be available. Further information about The Resilience Project can be found at https://theresilienceproject.com.au/about/. REGISTER HERE for the webinar.
Carla Drayton - St Jude's ELC
Phone: 6287 5520
Email: elc.stjudes@cg.catholic.edu.au
SJV Tuckshop is open Wednesday & Friday. Orders can be made online via Qkr! A copy of the Menu and Qkr! instructions can be found on the Tuckshop Webpage.
TUCKSHOP ROSTER
Friday 30th May
Cancer Council - "Biggest Morning Tea"
Jen and HELP NEEDED
Wednesday 4th June
HELP NEEDED
Aysar 11:30am - 12:30pm
Friday 6th June
Karli
Term_2_2025_Canteen_Roster_.pdf Please remember to bring your WWVP- (Working with Vulnerable People) card with you.
You can apply for the card via Access Canberra: https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/s/article/working-with-vulnerable-people-wwvp-registration-tab-how-to-apply
A new WINTER Canteen Menu is available here and on our website. Term 2 & 3 Term_2_and_3_Winter_Menu_2025.pdf
Please contact the Front Office or Mel or simply fill in the Canteen Volunteer Note to let us know you are able to help and when.
Mel Harding
Canteen Manager
melanie.harding@cg.catholic.edu.au