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A Message from the Principal
Welcome back to Term 3. I hope you had time to rest and recharge over the break with your children. I enjoyed a lovely trip to the Snowy Mountain region along the Murray River these holidays. It was incredible to see Mt Koscioszko and tour along the Great River Road which showcases the beautiful high-country in Victoria’s North East. This Term is set be another exciting one as we have a number of key events coming up that will offer valuable opportunities for our students and families to grow, connect and flourish.
There was time to reflect today on the School Production last term and we are all still buzzing about what a great success it was. We have received our copies of the Video and it was wonderful to watch it again and share the joy, talent and enthusiasm that our students and staff brought to the stage. We certainly hope that you enjoyed as much as we did.
Our Whole School will have a History Focus this Term and we will share the Term Overviews with you at the end of this week, outlining all of the great learning that will be happening in each year level.
New Soccer Goals
Our students were very excited to see the new soccer goals today at school. The new grass is also looking great and to finish off the work we are doing on the soccer field we will also add in a sports net at the rear end of the field to stop the balls from going over the fence. Special thanks to Mr van Rooy for setting up the goals today.
Cyber Safety Project - Parent Webinar
Catholic Network Australia (CNA) and Cyber Safety Project are hosting a free ‘AI & the Digital Generation’ webinar for parents and carers of primary and secondary school students on Monday 11 August 2025 from 7.30 to 8.00 pm.
Registration and further information is available via bit.ly/AICSP25
The webinar offers essential insights into topics including: generative artificial intelligence (AI) and AI companion apps, deepfakes and online misinformation, AI safety at home, legal and ethical considerations of AI use. The webinar will help parents and carers:
− understand the online tools and technologies their children are using
− build confidence in discussing AI, deepfakes and digital truth with their children
− learn practical strategies to encourage safe and ethical online behaviour.
I strongly encourage all parents to register for this event. https://www.cna.catholic.edu.au/events-1/ai-the-digital-generation-parent-webinar
St John's Parents Games Night
Option also avilable to buy a "Pay It Forward" ticket - If you’re able to Pay it Forward, purchasing an extra ticket allows us to offer the opportunity to someone who might not be able to join us otherwise.
BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW - https://user.cdfpay.flexischools.com.au/home or via the CDFpay App
The Games Night is our biggest parent social event for the school year. Bring your family and friends to our Games Night where there will be a range of fun, action-packed games stationed around the room for you to take part in (if you wish - or you can simply mingle and enjoy the food and drinks and socialise for the night). Don't miss out - Get your tickets now! https://user.cdfpay.flexischools.com.au/home
(Full details are on the Parents Association page of the newsletter.)
INTRODUCING FRIDAY SNACKBAR
Starting On Friday, 1 August we will be introducing Friday Snack Bar, this is going to be an ongoing fundraiser for term 3 & 4, all money raised will go towards our Year 6 end of year Graduation. Every Friday the students can purchase a snack for $1, Term 3 will be Cinnamon Donuts, Term 4 will be Icy Poles.
Orders will be taken on a Wednesday, cash will be given to the classroom teacher at the beginning of the day, donuts will be delivered to the classroom in time for lunch on Friday. (There will be opportunities for late orders to be taken so no student will miss out ).
For this to be successful we will need 2 volunteers that can help on a Friday morning for about 1.5 hours at school, we will set up a roster and you will be well supported. Many hands make light work. Grandparents are also welcome to come along and help.
Please email Eileen Dalton, on eileen3dalton@outlook.com if you would like to help out on a Friday morning.
Joke of the Week
Q: How do you get four suits for a couple of dollars?
A: You buy a pack of cards!
I hope that you enjoy the beautiful winter sunshine this week and please reach out if I can support you or your family in any way.
Verona Gridley
St John's Primary School Principal