Yesterday we had a beautiful prayer celebration and Year 5 and 6 students received their leadership badges. Congratulations to our Year 5's who received their Heart Space badge and Year 6's who received their 2023 Leader badge. They are already wonderful leaders and I'm sure will continue to make us proud.

We were lucky to have 3 past students from St Clare's College as guest speakers.  Bella, Lara and Immi spoke proudly about their journey into leadership as all three are 2023 House Captains.  The girls spoke about not having the loudest voice, encouraging others and being a team players. They spoke about being a good leader involved listening, sharing ideas and being passionate. 

If they were able to talk to their Year 6 self they would say: 'Take risks, don't be afraid to try something new, don't compare your life to others and don't be afraid to follow a different road."

Congratulations to our 2023 leaders.  We look forward to an exciting year and your contributions which will make our community even stronger.  Strive to Build, Belong, Become and Believe!

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With the holidays approaching, it is a perfect time to invite family and friends to contribute to our first major fundraiser.

The best way to share your link is to pick five people you think will donate, write a personal message to them and either call, text or email them. These initial donations will encourage others to help you!

Two days after doing this, start sharing your link far and wide. Text message is always the best way to share your link, followed by social media and lastly, email.

Remember, for creating a page and getting at least one donation, you’ll automatically be in the draw to win a $20,000 prize!

The class with the most funds raised at the beginning of next term will go into a draw to win the opportunity to colour bomb Mr Rodda and receive a bowl of lollies to share.   To help your child’s class win, simply create your profile at www.schoolfunrun.com.au   and start fundraising.

As we near the end of Term One, I reflect on how great it has been to have school return to normal after the effects of COVID. It has been wonderful to have school events and to see parents at assembly and around the school.  We have a special and generous community at SJV and I thank each of you for the role you play in making it wonderful.

Special thanks at this time of the year to our staff who have worked hard to do all they can to support such a range of children and families.  I also acknowledge and thank the parents who can help in those extra ways SCC, Canteen Volunteers, Clothing Pool, Carnival Helpers, Colour Run Supporters, Library Helpers and Disco Volunteers. Thanks for making SJV the extraordinary place it is.

Wishing you all an Easter filled with happiness and the love and grace of God. 

Happy and safe holidays...  Mrs D’s ‘Thought of the Week….’