Principal's Post
Dear Families,
After a busy term, I'm sure all of our St James families are looking forward to a break from routine and making lunches and doing the school run. I read this poem recently and it reminded me of the importance of stopping and being in the moment, when life is so often so busy, we forget to appreciate the small things in life, in nature and in our day to day interactions.
What is this life if, full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare.
No time to stand beneath the boughs
And stare as long as sheep or cows.
No time to see, when woods we pass,
Where squirrels hide their nuts in grass.
No time to see, in broad daylight,
Streams full of stars, like skies at night.
No time to turn at Beauty's glance,
And watch her feet, how they can dance.
No time to wait till her mouth can
Enrich that smile her eyes began.
A poor life this if, full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare.
- Leisure by WH Davies
I hope you all take some time over the school holidays to stand and stare with your children.
I have included an article by Michael Gross in the Digital Technologies page that I strongly urge all parents to read and take note of as we enter the holidays.
Congratulations to our St James Netball super stars on their awesome Grand Final wins at the weekend. The Year 4 girls got the job done in a tough match against Heathmont Jets - score 17-20. It was a much deserved win as their determination was relentless and was an excellent team effort. The Year 5 team and Chloe Low from Grade 6 won their Under 11 Section 1 Grand final on Saturday. Some other St James teams performed very well in the Finals despite not taking home the trophy. We are very proud of our talented Netballers. Well done to all players!
⚽Socceroos World Cup Watch Party!⚽
Our SRC decided last week that the reward for filling our Whole-School Ticket Box would be a special opportunity to come together and cheer on the Socceroos as they play their final Group Stage match of the FIFA World Cup!
On Friday at 12:00 pm, students will gather by year level to watch the game in a designated classroom. For students who would prefer a quieter environment, a calm and quiet activity space will be available in an adjoining classroom.
To help build the excitement and team spirit, students are encouraged to wear green and gold or their favourite soccer outfit on the day.
We are incredibly excited to celebrate this achievement as a school community and enjoy the fun, energy and spirit of the FIFA World Cup together on the final day of term!
Go Socceroos! 💚💛
P & F End of Term BBQ
Fri 26 - Last day of Term 2 - End of term BBQ after school courtesy of our wonderful Parents and Friends. Snags in bread will be available from 3.20pm until they run out. Sausages are free and there will be a tin for any gold coin donations :)
St James 80s Prom Night - Tickets on sale now on CDF Pay.
St James Friendraising Event: 80’s Prom Night — TICKETS NOW ON SALE via CDF Pay!
Grab your leg warmers, tease up that hair and get ready to dance the night away at the St James Friendraising Event: 80’s Prom Night!
Join us on Saturday 22 August 2026 at 7:00pm at the Community Centre for a totally rad night of music, dancing, dinner, fun and community spirit. The theme is 80’s Prom Night, so come dressed in your best 80’s fancy dress and be ready to party like it’s 1986!
This is a strictly adults-only event.
Tickets are available via CDF Pay. Early Bird tickets are $55 until COB Tuesday 14 July 2026, then $65 until sold out.
Tickets include dinner and entertainment (dietaries collected through CDF Pay).
Please note this is a BYO event, so bring your own drinks, glasses and nibbles.
Make your prom look complete with optional floral add-ons available through CDF Pay:
Boutonniere lapel flower - $5, Wrist corsage - $15, both kindly made available at a special discounted price by Vanessa Kim’s business, Autumn Terrace (Mum from grade 4 and 6).
Getting a group together? Tell us your table details by emailing promqueens2026@gmail.com. Tables can seat 10 to 12 people. Don’t worry if you don’t have a table group. Let us know your year level and we will happily allocate you to one.
Have a favourite 80’s anthem?
Send through your song requests and help us build the ultimate prom playlist!
For any questions, or to let us know details please contact promqueens2026@gmail.com.
Dust off your taffeta, denim, sequins and shoulder pads as this is one St James night you won’t want to miss!
Child Safe Standards
With the importance and commitment that we place on student safety as a school system, please take the time to read and familiarise yourself with the information in the
Child Safe Standard Four Parent/Carer Newsletter.
Important Dates coming up:
Don't forget
- Fri 26 June- Last day of Term 2 - End of term BBQ after school courtesy of our wonderful P&F
- No Marathon Club in the first or last week of term
- Monday 13 July - pupil free day
- Tuesday 14 July - first day of Term 3
- Fri 24 July - Mini Mission Fete and St James Feast day celebrations
- Thurs 30 July - Art Show Opening
- Thurs 30 July (pm) - Tues 4 August (am) - Art Show viewing
Enjoy the week ahead and have a wonderful school holiday.
Dave