A message from the Assistant Principal and Mrs D's "Thought of the Week"
Welcome to a new academic term filled with endless opportunities for growth, discovery, and achievement here at St John Vianney's!
As the Assistant Principal, I am honoured to extend a warm welcome to both returning families and those joining our school community for the first time. Our primary goal is to create a nurturing and dynamic environment where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to excel. Our theme for 2024 is 'Holy Spirt' and our challenge is to use our gifts and talents for good deeds and service.
A warm welcome is extended to the youngest arrivals – the Kindergarten students – who have settled so quickly into their class! In addition we welcome Sanuthi (Yr 3) and Jason (Yr5) Levi Yr 2 and Ben Yr 1.
I welcome Miss Anna Mihalyka (Yr 1), Miss Emma Donaghue (Yr 3), Ms Olivia Hart (Yr 5/6P), Mrs Mandy Cowley (Yr 2 & K) and Mrs Zoe Craven (Learning Support) to the staff. We also welcome Mrs Sarah Emerson back to SJV from maternity leave (Yr 4), I sincerely hope these staff members will enjoy being part of the St John Vianney school community and I wish them every blessing as they begin their new roles.
In the week prior to the children’s return, the staff worked very hard to complete a number of professional development sessions. We also spent time nurturing our souls on Retreat. I thank Laura (REC) for facilitating and leading the Retreat experience. We spent the day reflecting on the gifts of the Holy Spirit and how we can feel the power and foster the gifts we have been given. It was a beautiful way of re-establishing our relationship with the Holy Spirit and setting faith goals. Other days were spent engaging with learning about implementing Catalyst, Polices and Procedures, programming and understanding V9 of the Australian Curriculum and completing our First Aid training.
I take this opportunity to thank everyone on staff for their hard work in the days leading up to the start of the term. The administration staff, teachers and support staff, worked tirelessly to ensure that everything was in readiness for the new school year. I thank you for your efforts in preparing your children so well for what has been a smooth and calm start to the year.
Reminders & Important Information
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- Starting time is 9.00am sharp. Students arriving after this time will need to be signed in the Front Office.
- Supervision commences at 8.30am and NO STUDENT should be at school before then. Students arriving before 8.30am are not supervised. Please note we do have before school care run by Camp Australia if this service could be of assistance to families.
- Correct School Uniform is to be worn.
- If a student’s hair is longer than shoulder length, it should be tied back
- Parents are requested not to send any nut products to school such as Peanut Butter, Nutella, nut based or topped muesli bars, etc. Please understand bringing these items to school may be life threatening to other students.
- Please ensure that all school items are clearly labelled with your child’s name.
- Students who are collected by their parents during the day for appointments must be signed out/in at the Front Office before and after the appointment.
- Parents assisting at the school must have a WWVP card on their person and are also asked to sign in/out at the Front Office and will receive a visitor’s badge.
- Please ensure that the school always has up to date parent and
emergency contact details for your child. - Please ensure that any notes/envelopes sent to the front office are clearly labelled.
- If you or your child are unwell, please do not attend school. We have community members who are vulnerable to illness.
Throughout this term, we will continue to uphold our commitment to academic excellence, character development, and fostering a love for learning. Our dedicated teachers and staff are here to guide and encourage each child on their educational journey, nurturing their individual talents and helping them reach their fullest potential.
I encourage parents and guardians to actively engage in their child's education by staying informed about school events, participating in parent-teacher conferences, and volunteering when possible. Your partnership is invaluable in creating a positive and enriching experience for our students.
Together, let us embrace the challenges and triumphs that lie ahead, knowing that by working collaboratively, we can empower our students to become confident, compassionate, and lifelong learners.
I thank the Lord for bringing everyone back safe and sound after the holidays and for the happy start to the year and ask God’s continued blessings on all of us during 2024. Thank you for entrusting us with the education and growth of your children. Here's to a fantastic term ahead!
"You have a new backpack, a new lunch box, and new shoes. You are ready to rule the world!"
- Love2Know
Nina De Rosa
Assistant Principal