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Friday 13th December
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6-00pm - 9:00pm Year 6 Graduation Dinner - Canberra Southern Cross Club -Woden
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Monday 16th December |
. Prayer Celebration and Morning Tea to say thank you for another fantabulous year!! (Yes it's a made up word!!)
. Christmas T-Shirt Day
. End of Term 4 - Happy Holidays.
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Tuesday 17th December |
Pupil Free Day
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Wednesday 25th December |
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Tuesday 4th February |
1st day of Term 1 2025
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Term 4 Week 1 Notes
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Cake_Stall_SJV_Fete_NOTE_2024.pdf
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Term 4 Week 4 Notes
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Gingerbread_House_Invite_2024.pdf
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Term 4 Week 6 Notes
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Term 4 Week 8 Notes
Schedules_of_School_Fees_attached_to_the_Fee_Letters_FINAL.pdf
20241119_School_Buildings_Insurance_and_Maintenance_Funding.pdf
2025_ACT_Tuition_Fees_WARAMANGA_Final.pdf
Term 4 Week 9 Notes
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Dear SJV FamiliesWelcome to Week 9 of Term 4 and the penultimate day for the school year.
A reminder that the last school day for students is Monday 16th December.
Remember if you would like to use the school grounds over the holidays, you are more than welcome, don't forget to lock the gate!
God of power and mercy open our hearts in welcome. Remove the things that hinder us from receiving Christ with joy so that we may share his wisdom and become one with him when he comes in glory, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.
Goodbye and farewell
This term we say goodbye to some wonderful staff members.
Mrs Emma Donaghue who took Year 3 under her arms, giving them a brilliant education and a fantastic work ethic to keep them in good stead, and to Mr Toth who ably assisted Emma each and every Friday.
Mrs Liz Diskin for the last three years - who has been the Swiss army knife of our staff, taking on Years 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 in various roles. Helping children reach their potential and pushing them to achieve more.
Ms Olivia Brown one of our wonderful CSA team who was always there to support our students who need that little bit of extra encouragement and support.
We wish them all the best in everything that they do in 2025 and beyond.
Water Sprinklers on Monday - 38 degrees
There is a very good chance that we will turn the sprinklers on during our second break and let the children have a run through given the temperature and the need to cool off. It may be a good idea to pack a small towel in their bag.
Important Dates
Please see below for some important 2025 Term 1 Dates
February 4th - 1st day of school (Kinder parents Tea and Tissues)
February 6th - Welcome Family Picnic (5pm-7pm)
February 12th - Opening School Mass (9:30am)
February 17th-21st - Parent Meet and Greets
February - Gathering masses for Parish Sacramental Programs
The Resilience Project
Next year, we will be participating in The Resilience Project. This initiative fits in with the Health section of the Australian Curriculum and will support our students with challenges that they face in everyday life. Please keep an eye out for how parents can assist the school.
Swimming - 2025
Next year we will send you a survey to complete in regard to your interest in continuing our participation in our whole school swimming program. Please keep an eye out for this as your feedback is important to us.
Many Thanks
On a personal note, I would like to thank our SCC for their tireless work given to the school and the support they give to my leadership of this community. A special thanks to Beth Seivers, our current chair, who is stepping down after 5 years of service.
I would like to thank Fr Michael for his years of service to SJV and helping the children and our community with their faith formation.
I would like to thank parents for the multiple times they step up to make our community what it is, one that works hard and cares for others.
I would like to thank our teachers for their countless hours of extra work they do, whether it is school camp, masses on the weekend volunteering at community events but mostly for making sure that our wonderful children are well-looked after between 8:30am -3:30pm and beyond.
I would like to acknowledge our families that are leaving this year and the richness that their participation has added to the SJV community. You will be missed.
Next Year - Parent Contacts and School Community Council
If you would like to help out with our SCC or be a parent contact for your class, just email the front office or directly to myself. We are always seeking new input into our school.
Finally God bless and please come back to us safe
Peter Rodda
Principal
Key Dates:
- Purchasing of reindeer food - $1
- Thanksgiving Prayer celebration and Thank you morning tea - Monday 16th December. RSVP on Qkr!
- Christmas T-Shirt Day gold coin donation to Global School Partners - 16th December.
Christmas Message
I would like to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed to making this year at SJV truly remarkable.
First and foremost, I want to acknowledge our incredible staff -teachers, administrative team, classroom assistants, support staff, and maintenance team. Your dedication, compassion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to fostering student growth and well-being have been invaluable.
We are especially grateful to those staff members who are moving on to new adventures: Emma Donaghue (REC), Olivia Brown (LSA), Andras Toth (REC Relief), and Liz Diskin (Year 5/6 teacher). We wish them all the best in their future careers and send them off with our love and prayers. We also bid farewell to Fr. Michael Lim, who has served our school as Parish Priest. We wish him every success as he begins his appointment in Goulburn.
A huge thank you to our amazing parents and caregivers. Your support and encouragement of your children have been vital, and we are deeply appreciative of those who have volunteered their time and helped with events. Your generosity and involvement continue to strengthen and enrich our community.
To our Year 6 Graduates I say:
‘I hope your dreams take you....
To the corners of your smiles.
To the highest of your hopes,
To the windows of your opportunities
and the most special places,
your heart has ever known.
To families and students who are leaving SJV and not returning in 2025, thank you for allowing us to be part of your child's education journey - we hope you will hold fond memories of SJV in the future.
Finally, to our students, thank you for your joy, curiosity, and kindness. You are the heart of our school, and it has been wonderful seeing you achieve your learning goals and celebrating with you this year.
As we head into the holiday season, I encourage you to stay safe, take time to rest, and enjoy special moments with your loved ones.
Merry Christmas and see you all 4th February 2025.
"Christmas is forever, not for just one day, for loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away like bells and lights and tinsel, in some box upon a shelf. The good you do for others is good you do yourself."
- Norman Wesley Brooks
Nina De Rosa
Assistant Principal
RE News with Emma Donaghue
Christmas Appeal Class Contributions:
Thank you for all your donations of food and other items for the Christmas appeal. We have packaged up the boxes ready for collection on Monday.
These donations will be presented to St Vincent de Paul volunteers at our Thanksgiving prayer celebration.
Thanksgiving Prayer Celebration, Monday 16th December
Sacraments 2025
At St John Vianney’s, we’re pleased to support families participating in the Parish-led sacramental program. This program is a special journey for you and your child, with Reconciliation typically celebrated in Year 3, Eucharist in Year 4, and Confirmation in Year 6.
The program includes a faith formation workbook, reflection hours, and Gathering Masses to help guide your child’s faith journey. Enrolment is simple and can be completed through the Qkr App by searching for Our Lady of the Annunciation Parish. We look forward to supporting your family on this meaningful path.
Gospel Reflection: Luke 3:10-18
This week’s Gospel reminds us of John the Baptist’s powerful call to action: to share what we have, act with integrity, and treat others with fairness. John’s advice is simple but profound—show kindness and justice in daily life. His message challenges us to reflect on how we can help those in need and live with honesty and humility.
As we continue our Advent journey, John’s words guide us to prepare our hearts for Jesus’ coming, not just with thoughts but through actions. Let us consider how we can bring the Good News into our homes and community through generosity and care.
Advent
As we enter the third week of Advent, we light the pink candle on the wreath, symbolising joy. This week invites us to rejoice in the hope and love that Jesus brings into our lives. Amid the busyness of the season, it’s a chance to pause and reflect on the blessings around us and the joy we can share with others.
Advent is a time to prepare our hearts, not only for Christmas but also for ways to brighten the lives of those in need. Let’s embrace this week with gratitude, kindness, and a spirit of giving that unites our community.
Thank you
A big thank you to everyone for welcoming me into the school community over the past 12 months. It has been a pleasure to be part of such a warm and friendly environment, and I’ve truly enjoyed getting to know you all.
As I move on, I’m proud to leave behind initiatives like our Hygiene Station, which reflect the generous and caring spirit of this community. I know it will continue to make a positive difference. Thank you again for all your kindness and support!
Kind regards,
Emma Donaghue
Please note - Merit Awards will be handed out at NEXT Monday morning assembly.
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KA |
Nadha Chansawang |
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1 B |
Roisin Early Rossana Jasi |
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2 J |
Heidi Spackman |
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3 |
Samantha Thorpe |
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4 |
Elsie Spackman |
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5/6 J |
Oliver Doyle Charlie Jongsma |
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5/6 P |
Elio Buenaventura |
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The Arts |
Xavier Ferrara |
It’s that time of year again, when Mrs. Spackman sends out reminders about Library books that still need to be returned before year’s end.
Also, just a quick note: there’s a $10 fee for any lost or damaged books.
The books need to be returned Monday, you will make Mrs Spackman's day!!
ELC NEWS
Happy Birthday Marco T, Patrick R, Essie M, Abigail A and Michaela C
Our nativity concerts this week were a wonderful way to finish the year and celebrate the Christmas season. Thank you to our 2024 ELC community for making it such a wonderful year. We wish the children well for their transition to St Jude’s, SJV or further afield. They have grown so much this year and we know how ready they are for new adventures. We wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and a relaxing break.
Uniform-free days
Friday 13December - Children are invited to come to school in non-uniform clothes in exchange for a gold coin donation to support our school fete.
Monday 16 December - The ELC will also have a non-uniform day on the last day of school, Monday 16 December. For those without younger siblings, we encourage you to donate your pre-loved ELC uniforms on the last day.
St Jude's Fete News
Our amazing fete team are already gearing up for the Fete on 15 March and are looking for donations for the Plant Stall and the Trash n Treasure. See the Fete section in the newsletter for more information on what and how you can donate.
There is often a small difference between the CCS estimated on your account and the CCS actually approved for your child, resulting in small amounts owing at the end of the year. We will email follow-up statements and will process an autocharge on Tuesday 17 December. If your account is more than $100 in arrears we will give you a call before we process the autocharge.
Karen Leighton - 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.
A big thank you to all the wonderful families who have supported the Canteen throughout 2024.
Your help has made everything run more smoothly and efficiently!
While you all know who you are across the various year levels, I’d like to give a special shout-out to parent Penny Bufalo, who will be finishing up at SJV this year.
Thank you all once again, and I hope to see you in 2025. Wishing you all a very Happy Holiday season and a happy New Year!
Merry Christmas
Mel Harding
Canteen Manager
melanie.harding@cg.catholic.edu.au
