Dear Families,

Farewell and Thank you!

With the end of term just a couple of days away, I come to this my last newsletter before my LSL and retirement. I am not sure I am ready! My involvement at St John Vianney's over the past nine years has been nothing short of brilliant! I have absolutely loved being part of such a wonderfully connected and supportive community.

Partnering with you in your child's education has been my privilege. Your children have been so engaging, so kind, and have made this community and my time here so enriching. I have worked with our incredibly talented, dedicated and caring staff who have always put the students front and centre.

We are truly grateful for you entrusting your child into our care and hope that every student and family continues to flourish. It has been magical to get to know you across the years. I have many, many wonderful lasting memories.

As Friday approaches, I am truly excited to be moving into a new chapter of my life, but know I will always have the SJV community in my heart! What a school to finish my career! I thank you all and wish you every blessing.

I know you will all get behind Jenny Willmott as the Acting Principal and Emma May the Acting Deputy Principal. They will continue to foster a strong sense of community, engagement and learning, working with all staff to bring about strong educational and social outcomes for your children. Go well SJV!

On Friday, all students will be given a celebratory Super Dooper.

If you do not wish for your child to receive a Super Dooper, please email the school office at admin prior to Friday.

Farewell To Kristina Khoo

We farewell Kristina Khoo who after 10 years is moving to St Marks in Dingley as the PE teacher. Across the years, Kristina has worked as our PE teacher and as a classroom teacher. We are indebted to Kristina for her assistance in establishing our Bike Education Course. Kristina has also been pivotal in supporting our students engagement in our Gardening Club! We thank Kristina for all her contributions and wish her and her family well for her future.

Condolences

Our prayers thoughts and support are with Miss Ann-Maree (3-4 A classroom teacher) on the passing of her dear dad Angelo Favoloro on Sunday. May he Rest In Peace.

Awards

Congratulations to Penny from grade 5/6N won an Empathy Award for being inclusive of others and our following our PBL values daily.

Congratulations to Ben Dao 3/4LG who won a Gratitude Award for cheering others up when they feel sad and being a good friend to all.

Connor's Run

Let's get behind this charity fundraiser as we have in past years. Connors Run will be held

Sunday 13th September to raise funds for paediatric brain cancer.

Here’s the link to Team SJV 2026 - https://www.connorsrun.com/fundraisers/teamsjv2026

Thank you SJV

From the Parish St Vincent de Paul...

SJV Primary School Community Carnival Meeting

Please come online to get involved on

July 14th @7pm. First week of term 3. https://meet.google.com/gyo-drxi-xgn

We are looking for people who wish to help and have any new ideas to share. The Carnival will be held on April 17th in 2027.

SEEKING LOCAL BUSINESS / PRODUCT STALL HOLDERS FOR THE 2027

SJV PRIMARY SCHOOL CARNIVAL

17th APRIL 2027.

$55.00 FOR TRESTLE TABLE, SPACE AND A CHAIR.

Email for more details: pandf@sjvmulgrave.catholic.edu.au

Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day – You're Invited!

Dear Grandparents and Special Friends,

We warmly invite you to join us for our annual Grandparents Day Celebration on Friday, 24 July.

Foundation 100 days of School Celebration

On Wednesday 22nd July, our Foundation students will celebrate their 100 Days of School with a special liturgy at 9:15am.

Students are invited to dress up for the occasion. You should have already received information from your child's Foundation teacher regarding the dress-up theme and celebration activities.

All Foundation families are warmly invited to attend the liturgy and join us as we celebrate this exciting milestone in our students' learning journey.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

We invite you...

We look forward to seeing you at Mr Mullaly's Farewell Mass.

Please bring if you can a small plate or item of food to share at the morning tea after Mass in the Parish Hall. No Nuts