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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 Friday 20th June |
School Photos Winter uniform with Polar Fleece on. 12:30pm Kenny Koala Visit to Kinder, Yr 1 & Yr 2 |
| Week 9 | Monday 23rd June |
9am - 2:30pm Year 3 Excursion
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| Thursday 26th June |
Winter Woolies Day - Wear your favourite jumper, hoodie or oodie SJV Disco 2:30pm-4:30pm Purchase tickets on QKR.Remember QKR closes Monday 23rd June at 8:00pm |
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| Week 10 | Tuesday 1st July | Confirmation Registrations Close |
| Wednesday 2nd July | Think U Know Presentation Yr3 - Yr6 | |
| 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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Term 2 Week 1 Notes
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Term 2 Week 2 Notes
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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
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June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a beautiful and powerful devotion that invites us to draw near to the tender, burning love of Christ. It’s a perfect month to help children understand that Jesus’ heart is full of mercy, compassion, and love for each one of us.
The Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is celebrated on the Friday after the second Sunday after Pentecost. This year, it falls on Friday, June 27, 2025. It is a solemnity, meaning it’s one of the highest feast days in the Church.
The Feast of the Sacred Heart is a way for Catholics to celebrate God's incredible love for everyone, as shown through Jesus' heart. It reminds us that Jesus loves us so much, he even died on the cross for us.
When we celebrate the Sacred Heart, we think about how we can show love to others, just like Jesus did. We can be kind, helpful, and forgiving.
Devotion to the Sacred Heart is associated with promises of graces, peace, comfort, and refuge in times of trouble.
Prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in You.
You are the source of all mercy and love.
Grant me the grace to live according to You will,
and to love others as You have loved me.
May your Sacred Heart be my refuge and my strength.
Amen
Prayers Please
Our community was saddened to hear of the passing of Sean Mullamphy last week. The Requiem Mass for Sean will held at St John Vianney's Church at 11am on Thursday 3rd July. A number of staff will attend and community members are more than welcome. As a school community we will not take children, however parents can make the decision to attend with or without their child/ren.
School will continue as normal. However, there may be slight changes to class structures to ensure children are supervised if their classroom teacher attends the funeral. Being the last day of term,
If you feel comfortable doing so, you are welcome to keep your child(ren) home to help us accommodate staff attendance. Please notify the school if your child will be absent. We appreciate your understanding and support during this time.
Child Safety
Child safety is a shared responsibility. That is, a partnership between school and families working together to ensure the well-being of every student. We encourage all parents and carers to have regular conversations with their children about staying safe, particularly when travelling to and from school, or while waiting to be picked up.
There are many excellent resources available to support these conversations, including those from the Daniel Morcombe Foundation and Child Abuse Prevention and Education Australia (CAPE). One helpful article from CAPE, titled “Stranger Danger: What Should Kids Do?”, offers practical advice and can be found at: https://www.cape-au.com/blog/strangerdanger
Here are a few key points adapted from that resource:
- Talk about who is a stranger: A stranger is someone who is not part of your child’s safety network; someone they don’t know or haven’t met with a trusted adult. Just because someone seems friendly doesn’t mean they are safe.
- Use role play to explore scenarios: Ask your child, “What would you do if someone you don’t know asked you to get into their car?” Encourage them to respond with actions like:
- Yelling “NO!”
- Running away to a safe place
- Finding a trusted adult or calling a parent
- Reinforce that it’s okay to say NO: Children should know they are never in trouble for saying “no” to an adult if they feel unsafe or unsure. Safe adults will never try to trick, scare, or pressure them.
- Remind them of safe behaviours: Safe adults won’t:
- Ask children to leave school or the playground without permission
- Offer gifts or treats without checking with parents
- Make them feel uncomfortable or afraid
By having these conversations regularly and in age-appropriate ways, we empower our children to make safe choices and seek help when needed.
Planning for 2026 - Leaving SJV?
As we begin planning for next year’s enrolments and class structures, it’s important for us to know if any families are planning to leave St John Vianney's at the end of the year (excluding our Year 6 students, of course!).
If your family is relocating or changing schools, please let us know as soon as possible. This helps us ensure a smooth transition for your child and supports our planning for staffing and class placements in 2026.
Term Dates
A reminder that Term Two will conclude for students on Thursday 3 July. Staff will remain on site for a planning day on Friday 4 July.
Looking ahead to Term 3:
- Monday 21 July is a pupil-free day for all Catholic primary schools in Canberra. On this day, our teaching staff will be engaged in professional learning focused on enhancing planning and teaching strategies.
- All students will return to school on Tuesday 22 July to begin Term 3.
Wishing you a safe and warm term holiday.
Mrs D’s ‘Thought of the Week….’
Nina De Rosa
Acting Principal
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Welcome Our Newest Members into the Church Community
Arabella, Skye, Ahsoka and Zayn
It was a joyful occasion last weekend as we welcomed Bella, Skye, Ahsoka and Zayn into our church community through the Sacrament of Baptism, celebrated during Mass by Father Loi.
This special moment marks an important step in their faith journey. We pray that they grow in God's love and grace, and we wish them a happy, holy life filled with faith, hope, and blessings.
Prayer to St Vincent de Paul
In honour of our Winter Woolies Day to collect donations for St Vincent de Paul, this week’s prayer is in his honour.
Noble Saint Vincent de Paul,
beloved servant of the poor,
may we follow your example and do good works
among those whom society has abandoned,
enslaved, or forgotten.
Inspire us to feed the hungry,
to love a child,
to provide comfort and medicine to the sick,
to clothe those whose garments are threadbare,
and to offer hope and our Lord’s words
to all who need respite.
Pray for us to our beloved God
that we may commit ourselves selflessly
to doing the same charitable acts
that you did all your life,
and intercede with him
that we may have the favour of his guidance
and strength and love upon this important and meaningful work. Amen.
Source: https:www.dailyprayersorg/angels-and-saints/prayers-tosaintvincentdepaul/
Winter Woolies Day - St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal
What a cosy day we had at school today! Our students and staff looked very warm in their winter woolies. Thank you to everyone who donated items to St Vincent de Paul today. They will quickly find their way to those in need. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
A reminder that 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?
First Eucharist
We have nine students who will be receiving their First Eucharist this weekend. Most of our students will be attending the Parish Mass this Sunday at St John Vianney’s Church at 9am. We encourage families to come along to support our students as they take this step in their faith journey. A big thank you to Father Loi and the Parish Sacramental team for their work in organising this Sacrament. I’d also like to acknowledge the work of the families of the candidates who have spent time preparing their children for this special moment. Please keep them all in your prayers.
Sacraments 2025
Registrations for the Sacrament of Confirmation for 2025 will close on Tuesday 1st July. 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:stjvwestoncreekblogspot.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 term 3 are as follows:
Tuesday 19th August: Confirmation Reflection evening, 5:30pm at St John Vianney’s Church
Saturday 23rd August/Sunday 24th August: Gathering Mass (any of the weekend Masses)
Wednesday 27th August: Sacrament of Confirmation, 6pm, St John Vianney’s Church, (celebrated by Archbishop Christopher Prowse)
School Masses
Please note, the previously advertised Mass for Wednesday 2nd July to be led by Year 3 has been postponed. The school will not be attending Mass on Wednesday next week.
As a school, we regularly attend Mass at St John Vianney’s Church. The choir sings at 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 any of these Masses. Dates the school will be attending Mass in term 3 are as follows:
Monday 4th August: St John Vianney’s Feast day, 9:30am (Week 3)
Friday 15th August: Assumption Feast day, 9:30am, led by Year 1 (Week 4)
Wednesday 17th September: Parish Mass, 9:30am, led by 5/6P (Week 9)
Please note - Merit Awards will be handed out at NEXT Friday's morning assembly.
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KA |
Jason Ogar |
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1 B |
Olivia Haydon |
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2 J |
Joseph Rebbechi |
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3 P |
Ethan Degraaff |
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4 CA |
Kristal Jadric |
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5/6 J |
Zion Omoding |
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5/6 P |
Tilly Henderson |
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Italian |
Yuvraj Singh |
? A Message from a Lost Library Book ?
I used to sit upon a shelf,
With all my bookish friends.
We’d whisper tales and share some laughs—
The fun just never ends!
But now I’m under your bed alone,
With socks and bits of fluff…
I miss my friends, I miss the shelf—
This hiding spot is rough!
No need to feel upset—
I just want to go back home...
My best chapter’s waiting yet!
REMINDER LIBRARY BORROWING DAYS
| Wednesday | Year 3 | |||||
| Thursday | Kinder | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 4 | Year 5/6J | Year 5/6P |
Any queries, please contact janice.spackman@cg.catholic.edu.au
I’m the artist behind this work, which I’ve titled "My Piece Calm." Inspired by mindful music, I chose rich, deep colours like greens, blues, and purples to evoke a sense of thoughtfulness, calm, and relaxation.
ELC NEWS
Happy Birthday Isla K, Marcus C and Thomas C
No ELC Pupil Free Days
The ELC will be open as usual on the first and last day of term. Pupil free days only affect the primary school.
Prac Students
A big thank you to our prac students, Mandeep and Mia for the enthusiasm, creativity, and care they’ve brought into our learning environment. We wish them all the very best in their future studies and careers in education.
Dance concert tickets – Order Now
The Dance Concert is fast approaching. Don’t forget to purchase your tickets. The ELC children will be performing in the matinee performances only:
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Tuesday 1 July – Stingrays and Turtles
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Wednesday 2 July – Lobsters and Turtles
If you haven’t already, please send in your child’s costume so we can ensure everything is ready for the big day. Check your emails for costume information and the Ticket login.
St Vincent de Paul winter appeal Hoodie Day – Friday 27 June
Friday 27 June is Hoodie Day to support the Vinnies Winter Appeal. Children are invited to bring donations of warm clothes or blankets (new or second-hand in good condition), non-perishable food, or toiletries and hygiene essentials. In return children may wear a hoodie, or casual jumper over their school uniform.
End of Term Meal Deal – Domino’s Pizza - Thursday 3 July
The meal deal consists of two slices of Pizza, a Juice and Quelch Stick for $7.50.
Orders are available on Qkr! only. Orders close Monday 30 June at 12noon and no late orders will be accepted. The canteen menu will not be available on this day.
School Photos – Online orders open
School photos are on Wednesday 30 July (Lobsters) and Monday 11 August (Turtles and Stingrays)
On-line orders are now open. See your notes pockets for more details.
Carla Drayton
Phone: 0412023772
Email: carla.drayton@cg.catholic.edu.au
Term_2_2025_Canteen_Roster_Updated.pdf
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 27th June
Tessa and Karen
Wednesday 2nd July
Karen and Jen
Friday 4th July
Pupil Free Day
Term_2_2025_Canteen_Roster_Updated.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 2024_Winter_Menu.pdf
Term 1 & 4 The Summer Tuckshop Menu kicks in.
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