From the Principal
St Justin’s Primary School acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's First People and Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways on which our school stands.
We pay our respects to the Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation, and their elders past and present, and emerging as we continue to proudly live and learn on their land.
St Justin's Primary School - Celebrating over 40 years of Catholic Education
Dear Families and Friends,
Welcome back to Term 2. I hope you all had a safe and Holy Easter. We have had a great start to the Term and it promises to be another busy one!
Whilst we have most dates in the calendar, some dates include:
- Saturday 25th April - Anzac Day
- Monday 27th April - P&F Meeting 7:30 – 8:30pm
- Tuesday 28th April - House Cross Country 9.15am -11.00am
- Thursday 30th April - Kinder Visits - Year 4
- Friday 1st May - P&F Dad's Night
- Saturday 2nd May - First Eucharist Commitment Mass 6:30 – 7:30pm
- Sunday 3rd May - First Eucharist Commitment Mass 10:00am - 11:00am
- Sunday 3rd May - First Eucharist Commitment Mass 5:00 – 6:00pm
- Thursday 7th May - Mother's Day Stall
- Friday 8th May - A Morning with Mum
- Friday 8th May - District Cross Country 12pm
Please refer to Dates Ahead for a full list of important dates in Term 2.
ANZAC Service
Saturday 25th April is ANZAC Day - a time when we not only acknowledging the men and women who have represented their countries during times of war, but also a time to pray for world peace.
Today our Year 6 students led us in an ANZAC Service in acknowledgment of ANZAC Day. It is amazing how everyone comes together on this day to remember our soldiers. I hope you take the time as a family to discuss this important day with your children.
Our service, not only acknowledging the men and women who have represented their countries during times of war, but also a time to pray for world peace.
We were very fortunate to have two guest speakers - Sergeant Braedan Heverin and Coporal Lim Dunkley from the Defence Forces who spoke to the students after the service.
Thanks to all who were involved – I’m sure our soldiers would be very proud.
Our Year 6 Leaders sold items to support the ANZAC Appeal.
All donations go to the RSL ANZAC APPEAL to assist in providing for War Veterans and Dependents, Care of the Aged, Family Welfare, Vocational Guidance and Hospital Home Visiting.
ANZAC Prayer:
God of peace,
On ANZAC Day we remember those who gave so much in times of war.
Through the example of Jesus Christ, teach us a different way.
A way of courage that builds, not destroys.
A way of strength that lifts others up.
Help us to be people who don’t turn away from the hard realities of our world,
but who choose to respond with justice, compassion, and hope.
Be with all those affected by war today,
and guide us to be part of the change our world needs.
Amen.
Year 5 Nazareth Taster Day
Today our Year 5 students attended Nazareth College and experienced a day in the life of a secondary school student. Nazareth students ran different activity groups with the children, giving them a taste of what it is like to be a secondary school student.
P&F Dads Night - Friday1st May 6:00pm start
Please book via the link below:
Fair on the Hill
Our Fair on the Hill will be held on Saturday 7th November 2026 (the weekend after the Melbourne Cup - lock it in).
Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday 13th May commenicing at 7:00pm in the Staff Room - everyone welcome.
A Morning with Mum
A special morning to celebrate! Whether it’s Mum or another special person in your life, everyone is warmly welcome. If Mum can’t join us, that’s okay, bring along someone who means the world to you. A grandma, an aunt, a family friend, or anyone who plays an important role in your life.
This isn’t quite breakfast, but a delightful morning tea. Enjoy coffee, light pastries, and plenty of smiles as we gather together as a community.
There will also be a fun florist-inspired experience where you can explore, create, and choose something special perhaps a bracelet or even try a playful tattoo!
At St Justin’s, we celebrate every family, every story, and every connection. We look forward to sharing this warm and joyful morning with you.
Please register below:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1566338
Cut off: 1st May at 3:00pm
Parents and Friends
The Parents and Friends (which is all of us) have been busy organising a number of events and activities. As always, some of these events and activities are organised to raise funds, others are simple organise to bring our community together and celebrate friendship, learning, togetherness, connectedness and much more. Some events include:
- P&F Dads Night:Friday 1st May
- Morning with Mum: Friday 8th May
- Trivia Night: Saturday 30th May (more details to follow)
- Kiosk Friday: Every Friday in the Undercover Area
For more information, access the Parents and Friends page in this newsletter.
It certainly is a busy time but as always, it's great to see so much happening. If at any stage you would like to help out, please reach out to the Parents and Friends or come to the meetings. Please remember, all volunteers need to be a registered with the school - once you have your Working With Children Check / VIT, just call the office and make a time to meet with Mr T. Once registered, please sign in at the office and get a lanyard when volunteering.
Winter Uniform Orders
To order you can purchase directly from Academy Uniforms shopfront. They are located at 342-350 Springvale Rd, Glen Waverley and their operating hours are:
Monday - Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm and Saturday mornings 10:00am – 1:00pm.
Alternatively you can order over the phone on 9768 0335 or you can order online via https://www.academyuniforms.com.au/
Select “ORDER ONLINE”
Choose “St. Justin’s” from the drop down list
Enter the Password “Wheelers Hill”
As always, thank you for your ongoing support.
All the best,
Pat
Mr Patrick Torpey
Principal