Principal Post

 Dear Families,  

It's incredible that we are already at the end of Term 3!! It has been a brilliant term full of learning and community spirit! 

There have been several highlights including  

Book Week, Book Fair, School Concert,  Foundation '100 Days Celebration,'  Grandparents Day, Father's Day, St John Vianney's Feast Day,  Sacrament of Confirmation,  3-6 Swimming Program, District Athletics,  Class Masses,  Mini Vinnies, Fair for Fairness,  John Hannah House visits, Connors Run,  Learning Expos,  Excursions and Incursions and Footy Colours Day still to come - all this  amidst powerful learning across the VIC Curriculum.   

Once again, we could not do it without the expertise and care of our staff and the generous and supportive spirit of our families.  I wish everyone every blessing for a well earned rest and look forward to seeing everyone in Term 4.

To all our Cats, Maggies, Hawks and Lions supporters we hope that you will cheer them on madly across the remaining weeks of footy!  We also hope that Melbourne Storm can bring home the NRL trophy!!  

Term 3 Finishes...

Please note that Term 3 concludes on Friday at 2:30pm. Please note the earlier pick up time. OHSC will operate from 2:30pm.

Term 4 Begins...

We begin the last term for 2025 on Monday 6th October at 8:45am

Please note that Friday 17th October  is a Closure Day to allow staff to attend a Faith Formation Professional Learning Day.

Connors Run

Last Sunday  several families and staff ran/ walked in support  of Connor's Run  to raise money for paediatric brain cancer.  

 It was such a beautiful day and we thank everyone who donated to the cause. 

 You can still donate until the end of September: https://www.connorsrun.com/fundraisers/teamsjv

Our heartfelt thanks to Han Lim (parent) who is one of the event coordinators, for her tireless efforts.

Staffing

Our best wishes to Nick Hoare who will finish his time with us this Friday. At Assembly on Monday our students/ staff  fare welled him with heartfelt gratitude for all he has done across the past 13 years at SJV.  His contribution to our school and the care he demonstrates for everyone has not gone unnoticed. We wish Nick every blessing as he awaits the birth of his second child and indeed for his future.   

School Concert

Our Performing Arts Concert last week with was a wonderful celebration of our students and school community. Once again my sincere thank you and congratulations to  everyone.  Please ensure you have ordered a purchase of the recording  of the event. Details on the Concert page.. along with some more photos of our spectacular!

Football Finals are Coming....

Today some Collingwood AFLW players  came to school to talk with our grade 5/6 students. It was such a privilege to meet these dedicated athletes. 

On Friday (last day of Term 3) students can come dressed in their favourite footy or sport team colours! 

Hotdogs for those who ordered will be served from 1pm

A parade will begin at 11.30am- families are welcome to join us.

Only Two Days to Have a Say!!

MACS - Survey 

Please complete-Due by Friday 19 September, 2025.

One of the main goals of the family survey is to identify the strengths and areas for improvement in our school.

1/2 Twisted Science Excursion

On Monday the Grade 1/2's visited Twisted Science. They completed hands-on science activities. They students have been learning about motion, so the activities were around the concept push and pull.

Grade 3/4 First Aid Incursion

 On Monday, our Grade 3/4 students were fortunate to take part in the First Aid in Schools program, delivered by St. John Ambulance Education. This free initiative provides age-appropriate first aid lessons, helping students build confidence in responding to emergencies.

The session introduced essential life-saving skills, including how to check for danger, call emergency services, and the basics of CPR. Students also learned practical strategies they could use to help themselves and others in everyday situations.

The program was engaging, hands-on, and empowering, leaving our students with valuable knowledge that they can carry with them throughout their lives. We thank St. John Ambulance for providing this important learning experience for our students.

Gratitude and Empathy Awards  

Stephanie won an empathy award for her generosity of spirit and the thoughtful way she thinks about others.

Nicholas won a Gratitude award for the smiles he shares with everyone and making the school a brighter place!

Bike Education 

Bike Education will begin on Monday, October 6th (the first Monday of Term 4).The program will be run by class teachers and some of our LSO's. It will be held within school grounds.

The program will run for 6 weeks. Lessons will run on Mondays and Tuesday, with each class having a one-hour session. Class teachers will notify families via Seesaw of the exact day and time for their class lessons.

During the program, students will develop skills and knowledge in:

• Bike Basics
• Bike Safety
• Bike Skills
• Social Awareness

Bikes and Helmets

• If students choose to bring their own bike or helmet, these must be in safe working order.
• Helmets must be approved, well-fitted, and in good condition.
• Students who bring their own bike and helmet will need to bring them to school every Monday or Tuesday for the duration of the program.

• There are enough school bikes and helmets available for any student who does not have their own or prefers to borrow one.