Dear Families,

Welcome back to Term 2 and Happy Easter! To those who celebrated Easter on either of these past two weekends we hope that you had a wonderful time with your family and friends.

In the Catholic and Orthodox tradition, Christ's resurrection brings us the hope of new life. Regardless of our situations we are reminded to have and bring hope emulating Jesus' example of being people who reach out to those who need hope, love, care and friendship.

As we return to St John Vianney's this term our wish for every student is for a most productive term, full of learning and progress. We hope too that the students self esteem and wellbeing is well nutured. It certinly is terrific to have another term when we are all together onsite!!

We especially welcome new students

Isis- Mary, Maisie, Aarush and Arshita to our school. We wish these students and their families every support and hope that they soon will feel well connected to our school community.

For some students the return to school can't come quick enough, but for others the return after a break, can be a time of anxiety. Sometimes this is momentary but for others it can linger. Mostly the students settle well once they see their friends and teachers. The best way to deal with anxiety is to listen and reassure your child, to look for positives, but to ensure also, that your child comes to school each day. If the school can assist a situation please email and talk with the child's teacher. We are always here too help.

This Term

So much to look forward to this second term. All students will continue their learning of the concept of Identity through the Inquiry Unit. This unit has a History focus of communities and for students in 3-6 there is also a focus on Civics & Citizenship.

As well as engaging in important purposeful learning programs in all curriculum areas there are several other focus'....

Year 3-6 Fun Day & Cross Country
Year 3&5 NAPLAN
Mothers Day Stall and Event
Whole School Masses (Fridays)
Cyber Safety for students and Parent Night
The re introduction of our P&F
Walk Safely to School Day
SRC / Student Clubs
Choir
Excursions/ Incursions
Kelly Sports
Music Tuition
Prep 2023 Enrolment Interviews
Celebration of Learning Expo
Semester 1 Reports & Parent/ Teacher Interviews

Easter Mass

On Thursday at 2pm we will celebrate the Easter Story with a whole school Mass in the church!!

Year 3-6 Fun Run

Next Wednesday 4th May the Year 3-6 students will participate in the Fun Run as a lead up to the Interschool Cross Country. A letter has been sent home today.

New Parish Priest

I was notified yesterday afternoon that Fr Eric will finish as Parish Priest at the end of this weekend. He has been appointed the Provincial Treasurer and MAMI Director for the Oblates. We thank Fr Eric for his time with us and wish him every blessing.

We look forward to meeting and welcoming Fr David Raj OMI who will takeover the role as Parish Priest beginning next Monday.

Before School Reminder

Please note that there is no supervision before 8:30 am. Classrooms are opened at this time. Before School Care is available from 6:30am.

Take Care at Drop off and Pick ups

Please be patient, careful and considerate of our students, toddlers, parents and community members at pick up and drop off.

Please be very mindful and careful of pedestrian traffic (students and community members) crossing at the driveway exit to our car park.

Please obey all traffic signs and rules around the school.

DO NOT :

park in the NO STANDING area on the corner of Studley St and Bevis St.
reverse from Bevis Street corner into Studley Street

Swimming Lost Property

We still have several unclaimed items from our Year 1-6 Swimming program including towels, bathers and goggles. Please come to the lost property which is at reception. We will kepp these items for one more week only.

COVID Updates

You have received an email and a hard copy of the up to date changes to COVID arrangements beginning Term 2. I have attached these again for your reference should you require.

We will continue to do our very best in relation to having Casual Relief Teachers take classes should a teacher be absent with illness/ COVID. It is difficult at times to find CRTs. This is true across the sector. We will always do our best.

Save the Date - 9th May Mother's Day Event

Please save the date for our annual mother's day event on Monday the 9th of May from 9 am to 10 am.

RSVP will be in the first newsletter of Term 2. We hope to see you there.

Kelly Sports

Term 2 Kelly Sports begins again after school on Thursday 5th May after school. If you would like to register please book online at Kelly Sports.com.au

See the flyer in the Community news

Student Teachers from ACU

We look forawrd to welcoming some Student teachers from Australian Catholic University. These teachers will be compling placement hours in various classrooms. We look forward to supporting them in their chosen career.

Parish Garden Club High Tea

When: Sunday 1st May 2022

Time:1.30pm - 4.30pm

Cost: $20.00

All welcome to an afternoon of fun & entertainment.

Plants & crafts for sale
Hat competition
RSVP Sue 9546 0327 or Alice 9561 2269

Birthdays

We wish the following students a fantastic day on their birthday!!! May you feel very special...

Happy Birthday! We hope that you enjoy(ed) your special day!