Dear Families,

Our Annual Athletics Sports Day held last Friday was a resounding success. The students participated enthusiastically and thoroughly enjoyed the day! It was so heartening to see such wonderful sportsmanship displayed across the day. Congratulations to all House Teams who were so well led by their Captains. In particular we congratulate green House Team who like last year, took home the trophy with first place.

Our thanks to Sophie Sullivan our brilliant PE/Sports teacher for her organisation. Our heartfelt thanks to the parent volunteers who assisted in a myriad of ways. Thank you to our teachers/ staff and to Andre who was instrumental in helping set and pack up!

We had three students break SJV records on the day. For further details about these brilliant achievements and of photos of the event, please read our Sports Page in this newsletter.

First Holy Communion

This weekend we begin our First Holy Communion Masses. It is a most important part of our students Faith Development.

The students have been learning about the Sacrament at school, at home and in Parish preparation. The Celebration of the Sacrament is prepared and organised by the Parish staff. We continue to pray that these students will always know of God's unconditional love through the Eucharist.

GEM Awards

Lena in grade 5/6 won an empathy award for the gentle way she interacts with others.

Kingsley in Grade 5/6 won a gratitude award for the cheerful way he applies himself to school and the way in which he treats others.

Remembrance Day

The whole school gathered together to commemorate all those who have died or suffered in wars, conflicts and peace operations. The Mini Vinnies ran a moving liturgy for our school on Tuesday morning.

Foundation Transition Begins

Yesterday we welcomed our 2026 Foundation students and their parents to the first of 4 transition sessions. They enjoyed mixing with each other and participating in a range of activities. The parents enjoyed a morning tea and were given further information around our literacy practices and how to best support their children as we continue to work in partnership. Fr Antony our assistant priest in the Parish visited and welcomed our families. It was a most successful morning!

Lunch with the Principal

Yesterday I was privileged once again to host a lunch for students as part of the PBL token system. We all enjoyed some yummy lunch, trivia and joke telling!

2026 Classes

Our Grade structure for 2026 is as follows

Foundation x 3 grades

1-2 x 5 grades

3-4 x 5 grades

5-6 x 5 grades

We have begun our processes of planning for our classes for 2026.

Thank you to those parents who have made a a student placement request. (Requests are now closed). Please note that whilst each one will be considered, we do not guarantee that these will be met.

Placements of students into grades is a complex undertaking where many variables are considered.

We thank you for your support you give teachers as they endeavour to make the best decisions for all students and our school.

2026 School Advisory Council

We have vacancies for parent representatives to join the School Advisory Council (SAC) in 2026. There are 6 meetings to attend across the year, usually held on a Tuesday from 5.30pm - 7.00pm (approx) at the school.

The role is to essentially work together to support, discuss and advise the principal about school matters. Also to work together in unison with our parish. Should you wish to express your interest please email Andrew on amullaly@sjvmulgrave.catholic.edu.au by Friday 21st November.

F-2 Swimming Program

Next week our Foundation to Grade 2's begin their 8 day swim program. The program will run everyday except for Tuesdays. This program is a compulsory part of your child’s education at St John Vianney’s School. Your child will travel to the pool by bus with their class and classroom teacher to Aquastar Swimming located at Haileybury College, Keysborough. Information regarding timetables has been sent to families via NPortal.

St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal

Our Mini Vinnies team will begin collecting non-perishable food items to donate for St Vincent de Paul. They wish to have collected all donations before December in order to create hampers for those in need in our Local area.

Christmas Fundraiser – Tarts for a Great Cause!

Get into the festive spirit and support our school! We’re selling delicious Lemon Tarts and Mince Tarts – perfect for Christmas entertaining or gifting.

Lemon Tarts – $12 per pack

Mince Tarts – $12 per pack

A big thank you to Bakers Delight, a wonderful supporter of our school over the year. Orders open today on CDFpay and close 4th December. All tarts will be delivered to school ready to pick up from Tuesday 9th December.

All profits go directly back to our school programs – thank you for your support!

Final Pupil Free Day

Monday 8th December

(2026 Planning Day)

End of Year 2025

Please note the last day for the School Year for students is - Tuesday 16th December -

Finish at 1.00pm

No Lunch is required on this day unless attending OSHC.

Camp Australia will operate from 1pm, but you must be booked in.

From the Parish

Sacrament of First Reconciliation for 2026