Dear Families,

We remember and wish well all those VCE students who begin their exams this week and continue across the coming month.

This Friday is World Teachers Teachers Day in Australia. We have already acknowledged our wonderful teachers and staff at the beginning of the term at our Mass. I want to reiterate yet again the brilliant efforts of all our staff at SJV in their mission to educate and care for our students and families. May we continue to be blessed here at St John Vianney's , and may all teachers and educators continue to work their magic to bring out the very best for young people and school communities.

Indonesian Day

Today our students and community members celebrated our Indonesian Day!! What a wonderful cultural celebration!

Students and families dressed in Indonesian colours and immersed themselves in a range of activities, dance and and games. These all promoted the Indonesian culture and language.

How lucky are we to have Pak Kris our most talented and passionate Indonesian Teacher. We thank him for all his organisation. One of his strengths, is to engage students in the assisting in the day, and so a huge thanks to our Year 5-6 Indonesian Committee. We extend thanks also to the Indofood for their donations.

We have no doubt that our students enjoyed the day and continue to enjoy the Indonesian language and cultural experience at SJV.

No School....

Please note:

There is no school NEXT Monday - November 3rd.

There is no school NEXT Tuesday November 4th.

(Melb Cup Public Holiday)

We will see everyone back at school on Wednesday 4th November.

SJV Disco

Thank you to all the parents that volunteered at our annual School Disco. You did an amazing job. Thank you to staff who attended as well. It was a big success with over 85% of students participating in this night. It was great to see the wonderful dance moves of our students! For those who were able to stay, it was lovely to see people enjoying company with others!

2026 Foundation Parent Information Evening

A Parent Information Evening was a big success. We welcomed many new families along with a few familiar faces. We look forward to meeting our new foundation students on November the 11th.

Guess who is off to State Championships...

Congratulations to Mason who came 2nd in the Regional Discus event . He will now represent SJV at the State event early next month. What a brilliant achievement!!!

Congratulations....

Zahra in grade 6 has been chosen to represent Victoria in Softball, with the competition to be held in November. Zahra and her team were presented with their uniforms - they’ve all been training hard for the upcoming championship. Congratulations Zahra - what an achievement!!!

2026 Fee Information

We repeat last weeks insert about Fees on a later page in the newsletter.

Day for Daniel

This Friday, we invite all students to wear a touch of red and bring a gold coin donation. Throughout the day, our SRC students will lead special lessons in each year level focused on child safety.

House Colours

A reminder that all students are assigned a House Colour at enrolment and must remain in that House throughout their time at school.

House changes are not permitted without approval from the Principal, Deputy Principal, and Sports Teacher.

This rule ensures fair numbers across all Houses. Thank you for your cooperation.

GEM Awards

Patrick from grade 6 won an Empathy Award for the way he makes others smile and thinks about those in need.

Mason in grade 4 won a gratitude award for the smile he brings to school each day and the laughter he shares with others.

Remembrance Day

Our School, Social Justice and Publicity Captains will be selling poppies, badges and bracelets before and after school at the gates until Remembrance day on the 11th of November (or until sold out). CASH ONLY! The Appeal continues to support Legacy; our veterans and their families in their time of need. Your donation can help the RSL continue to deliver life-changing support. Prices range from $2 to $20. Our RSL Legacy organisers acknowledge our school as always being outstanding in its support - so thank you!

Classes in 2026!

We are firmly in the process of planning classes for next year. Placement arrangements are as follows. Each student will be asked to nominate five friends they know and work well with. We will ensure that every student is placed with at least one of these nominated peers. It is important that your child selects students they know and feel comfortable learning alongside.

Parents are welcome to submit a request for their child’s placement. Requests must be addressed to me in writing and sent to my email amullaly@sjvmulgrave.catholic.edu.au.

All requests by Thursday 6th November.

We ask that you do NOT request a particularly teachers for the following reasons. We have not finalised grade teacher placement. Teachers may move from SJV.

Please note that while all requests will be considered, our priority is to make decisions that support the educational, social, and emotional needs of all students. For this reason, requests will only be granted where there is a very significant reason.

We appreciate your trust in this process and your support in helping us create the best possible learning environment for all children. Please note that if you have made requests in previous years, you will still need to submit a new request this year, as previous requests may not be an issue now, nor carried over or perhaps even remembered.

School House Sports

Friday November 7th - Ross Reserve Athletics Track Noble Park

We ask that you take your child to the venue (not school) between 8:40 - 9am and if not staying, arrive for pick up by 2:45pm. Your child needs to be taken into the supervision of the class teacher. We anticipate that the day will conclude by 3pm.

Please note that all parents are welcome to join us on the day as a spectator or helper. If helping you do need a current WWCC. More information next week.

Closure Days

The school will be closed on:

Monday 3rd November Cup Eve.

Tues 4th November (Melbourne Cup).

Mon 8th December (2026 Planning Day)

Staffing

I am away from this afternoon and will return on Sports Day!

Jenny is in charge

Enjoy the week and take care

Andrew

Foundation 2026