vianney`s voice - St John Vianney`s Primary School
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vianney`s voice - St John Vianney`s Primary School
St John Vianney’s Primary School Waramanga ACT VIANNEY’S VOICE www.sjv.act.edu.au Phone: +61 2 6288 2383 Fax: +61 2 6288 8578 St John Vianney’s is a vibrant, welcoming community. With Christ as our centre we strive to develop the full potential of each person. 8th March Week: Five Term: One 2013 St John Vianney’s Primary School is a school of the Archdiocese of Canberra Goulburn Parish Weekend Mass Times Saturdays 6pm St John Vianney’s Sundays 9 am St Jude’s Dear Parents and Friends, Next week will be a ‘really big week’ at school – despite it being a short one due to the Canberra Day public holiday on Monday! As well as being Canberra’s Centenary Celebration week it is also Catholic Schools Week. The theme for this year is ‘EVERY CHILD COUNTS’. This theme reminds the community that every student in Australia deserves a good education. The theme ties into our Catholic schools' philosophy of individualised learning, and provides good links to fundraising, social justice opportunities and scriptural themes. We have organised some special events to showcase the great work that is done in Catholic Schools and to acknowledge the wonderful contribution that Catholic Schools have made to the Canberra Community. These are as follows: Date: Time: Event: Tuesday 12th March 9.30am Values Liturgy – whole school in the hall (hosted by Years3/4) 11.00am Canberra Centenary Cupcake Celebration and viewing of the ‘Toast to Canberra’ – whole school in the hall All day World of Maths incursion – staggered class times throughout the day in the hall 12.00 – 1.20pm Boys’ and Girls’ Club (Years 4-6) – various locations throughout the school 6.00pm Disco – in the school hall. Two sessions: 6.00-7.15pm for Yrs K-2 and 7.30-9.00pm for Yrs 3-6. Friday 15th March Parents are very welcome to join us for the above events. In fact, support is needed for Boys’ and Girls’ Club and the Disco and a separate note was sent home about these so that parents could indicate their ability to assist. Any support you can offer will be very much appreciated. Boys’/Girls’ Clubs On Friday of next week, the first of our Boys’/Girls’ Clubs will be held for the year. These happen twice per term for students in Years 4-6 for Terms 1-3 and for students in Years 3-6 in Term 4. A note was sent home last week asking for parent help with the groups but, as yet, the responses have been few. These groups are very difficult to run without the support of parents. Please consider lending your expertise and/or your time. I can assure you that the children will be eternally grateful! Centenary Mass Yesterday, our ACT Catholic Schools gathered to celebrate Canberra’s Centenary with a special Centenary Mass. The Mass was celebrated at St Christopher’s Cathedral at 4.45pm. Although we don’t have a Catholic school dating back to 1913, our first local Catholic School, Saint Christopher’s Primary School, did begin in Manuka in 1928. This is now the site of the Catholic Education Office opposite the Cathedral. Several members of our staff, parent and student body were present at the Mass yesterday, along with several dignitaries, priests and politicians, to celebrate the contribution of Catholic Education to the Canberra community. Two of our school leaders, Bridgette Mullamphy and Bronte Woodward, carried the school banner in the procession and two staff members, Mr Davies and Mrs Mullamphy sang as part of the choir. I thank these children and staff members for their contributions to this historically significant occasion. There was a wonderful feeling, generated by this gathering, of ‘belonging to something much bigger’ and it was great to welcome our newest teachers into the fold through a commissioning ceremony as part of the Mass. I extend sincere thanks and congratulations to the Catholic Education Office for hosting this extraordinary event celebrating the history of our Catholic Schools in Canberra. Notes for Information Letter to Kinder Parents Head Lice Letter—Yr 1/2JB NAPLAN 2013 Life Education Notes Requiring Response Disco Help/Tickets (Emailed/Website/Paper) Girls Chess Comp Yrs 2-6 (Paper ) HELP!!! Sth Weston Swimming NAPLAN 2013 An information brochure regarding NAPLAN 2013 has been emailed to all parents with this week’s newsletter. If there are any parents of students in Years 3 or 5 who do not want their child to participate in all or any one of the assessments, please notify the front office by next Wednesday 13th March. Please note that students with additional learning needs are catered for when completing NAPLAN assessments. Smith Family Saver Plus Program The Smith Family Saver Plus Program is aimed at assisting people on lower incomes to strengthen their financial skills through a savings reward program which provides matched savings towards education costs such as computers, books and uniforms to the value of $500. To be eligible participants must: Have a Centrelink Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card Be over 18 years of age Have some regular income from work (self or partner) including casual, part-time, full-time or seasonal employment Be a parent or guardian of a child at school OR be attending or returning to vocational education themselves How it works – Participants: Apply directly through one of the community organisations who deliver the program Are assigned a Saver Plus Worker Identify an educational cost they intend to save for Open an ANZ Progress Saver account with their local ANZ branch and make regular deposits Attend Money Minded workshops to improve their financial management skills Remain on the program for 10 months If you are interested in this program and would like further information, please contact the front office. Camp Quality Puppets The McDonald’s Camp Quality Puppets will be performing at the school on Thursday 11th April from 12.40 to 1.15pm in the hall. This puppet show is an educational program using life size puppets to deliver positive messages about supporting children living with cancer and other serious illnesses. This is a free performance provided by Camp Quality. A separate note will come home next week with further detail included. Parents are very welcome to join us at the puppet show. May God bless you and your families Vicky van der Sanden Principal Prayer for Catholic Schools Week: Dear Lord Catholic Schools Week is a special time in the year when we celebrate the extraordinary achievements of our Catholic schools. It is a time to give thanks for the wonderful teaching and learning that takes place each day in every classroom. We acknowledge and thank all who work in the service of Catholic education to create the opportunities for students that allow them to grow and thrive. We thank you for: the wisdom and understanding of teachers the enthusiasm and energy of students the leadership of school Principals and executive staff the skill, care and commitment of administrative and support staff the guidance of our pastors and religious leaders the support and partnership of parents, carers and local communities. We pray that each student’s learning journey be inspired by a search for your wisdom and truth. We pray that we never take for granted the learning opportunities that we have all been given, and that we use the gifts of learning wisely and responsibly. We ask that we use what we have learnt to create a better world for all people, particularly the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen Every child counts! RE NEWS Next week is Catholic Schools week . This year’s theme is ’Every Child Counts’. Catholic Schools Week is a time when we look to recognise, acknowledge and observe some of the religious and cultural rituals and festivals that make our Catholic School a rich and vibrant learning community. We will be celebrating our Values Liturgy with an emphasis on Catholic Schools Week at 9:30am on Tuesday. Everyone is welcome to attend. The Gospel story this week, the Parable of the Barren Fig Tree (Lk 13: 1-9), was quite a challenge to the people of Jesus’ time. Religious observance meant following strict rules with no second chances. Jesus came to change that, showing us that following God is a life of love, not punishment; God will always love us– despite our failings. This week take time to reflect on your journey this Lent, following Jesus. Thank God for the second chances you have been given. A REMINDER that if you would like your child to receive a Sacrament this year, you must fill in an enrolment form which can be found in the Parish Bulletins randomly over the next 4 weeks. Have a great week! Sharee Thomas REC [email protected] SACRAMENTAL DATES ST JOHN VIANNEY’S 2013 Date Occasion Venue & Time Tues 7th May First Eucharist Info Night SJV Hall @7pm Sat 11th/Sun Commitment Mass for 12th May Eucharist SJV or St Jude’s Church Wed 19th June Eucharist Retreat Day SJV School Sat 22nd June Sacrament of First Eucharist SJV Church @ 6pm Tues 30th July Confirmation Info Night SJV Hall @7pm Sat 3rd/Sun 4th Aug Commitment Mass for Confirmation SJV or St Jude’s Church Wed 18th Sept Confirmation Retreat Day SJV School Wed 25th Sept Sacrament of Confirmation SJV Church @ 6pm Tues 22nd Oct Reconciliation Info Night SJV Hall @7pm Sat 26th/Sun Commitment Mass for 27th Oct Reconciliation SJV or St Jude’s Church TBA Reconciliation Parent and Family Meetings SJV School @ 7pm Wed 27th Nov Sacrament of Reconciliation SJV Church @ 5pm PROJECT COMPASSION WELL DONE ST JOHN VIANNEY’S!!!! This week we raised $222.85! Which means we purchased 5 more chickens, sent 4 more children to school and bought a village 2 bags of beans. Some classes are now saving to buy carpentry materials ($100) and build a toilet block ($300). Please continue to bring in any spare change to increase our total!!! A Message from the Parish Priest Hook in2 Hockey – Come and play This week, letters to all parents or carers of children making the Sacrament of First Reconciliation, First Eucharist or Confirmation this year, 2013, have been mailed out. If you have not received this letter from the Parish Priest, please contact the Parish Secretary, Mrs Cathy Schneider. If nomination forms are not received by the end of April 2013, the children’s Sacrament As a fast and fun sport, hockey is one of the fastest growing sports world-wide that can be played at any age. With the season fast approaching to register with your local club. For information on where to register and on our wide range of participation opportunities visit http://www.hockeyact.org.au/ will be deferred until 2014. Fr K.V. Brannelly SJV DISCO Parish Priest Thank you to all who attended the Community Meeting of the Council on Tuesday. The Community Meeting is a time for the whole school community to come together to have their say about the future of the school and to discuss any ideas or suggestions they may have for the Executive Council. We would also like to thank those who have volunteered to be part of one of our four Focus Groups: Pastoral Care, Environment, Communications and Events & Fundraising. At the parent information evening, three weeks ago, some parents were kind enough to put their phone numbers down under the group they were interested in assisting. If you were one of those parents, or are just keen to help in any way you can, please email me at: [email protected] with your contact details and email address if you haven’t already done so, as we find it’s easier to communicate with groups via email rather than phone. Please feel free to contact the Community Council by email (as above) or personally if you have any ideas or suggestions for our school. Wk 6 WARAMUNCHIES CANTEEN ROSTER Our canteen is open on Wednesdays and Fridays Wednesday 13th March: Bianca Bale, Kay Fisher, Mary Brucic, Alberto Gonzales 9-10am, Karen Carrera 9.30-11am Friday 15th March: Colleen Donaldson, Emma Wilkie, Penny Scholtens, Stephanie Myers, Rhonda Kallio Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 11 Mar 12 Mar 13 Mar 14 Mar 15 Mar 16 Mar 17 Mar Values Liturgy led by Year 3/4 @ 9.30am K-Yr 2 Mass led by KT @ 9.30am 23 Mar 24 Mar Canberra Day Public Holiday 18 Mar Wk 7 Friday 15th March School Hall K-2 6.00pm-7.15pm 3-6 7.30pm-9.00pm Information emailed and sent out on Thursday. Also available on the website. When: Where: Time: Canberra Centenary Celebration @ 11am 19 Mar Sth Weston World of Maths Incursion Boys/Girls Club @ 12-1.20pm Girls Chess Comp Tennis Clinics DISCO!! Tennis Clinics 20 Mar 21 Mar Yr 5/6 Mass Life Education @ 9.30am Visit Swimming Yr 5/6CA and Carnival Yr 1/2N Tennis Clinics 22 Mar Life Education Visit Yr 3/4M and Yr 1/2B Boys/Girls Club @ 12-1.20pm Tennis Clinics Palm Sunday Catholic School’s Soccer Carnival Camp Birrigai On the first day of camp we got to do the crate climb. I was lucky enough to go first with Matilda. The aim of the game was that there were two people in harnesses and the rest of the team were helpers and you had to make a crate stack in under five minutes. My record was nine crates. The second day at Birrigai was one of my favourite because we got to do vertical playpen and abseiling. Vertical playpen was a climbing activity which was a high climbing obstacle course. It was so much fun I was so close to reaching the top. The abseiling was the scariest activity but it was also the most exciting. On the third day we did the giant swing and frog rescue. The giant swing was my favourite activity. It included a rope team, ladder team and the Swinger. We also did frog rescue. After we did one more activity it was time to go back to school. We tidied our cabin and said bye to Birrigai, When we got to school our parents were there. I had a great time at Birrigai. Bronte Woodward (Y5/6CA) Camp Longbeach On Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th February Year Five went on camp to Longbeach. My three favourite parts were the beach carnival, the campfire and playing the Priest in the Parish. The beach carnival was held on Tuesday. We did lots of different activities and some of them were boogie board races and sand castle building. My second favourite activity was sitting around the campfire. Even though we didn’t tell scary stories we did roast marshmallows. We also talked about what we would like to achieve this year. My final favourite activity was playing the game Priest in the Parish. It was really great fun because you had to respond really fast or else you had to go to the back. Also when you got to the front you won a jelly bean. In the end I won two jelly beans. There were lots of other activities too like a hunt for man made objects, raft building and a spider web game. From Josie Gaudie-Craze (Yr5/6CA) SJV SPORTS BOARD MERIT AWARDS THIS WEEK’S MERIT AWARD IS FOR: ‘Observing the School Rules’ Kinder St Anthony—Hayley Mann Kinder St Therese—Izak Gavran Year 1/2 St Brigid—Elizabeth Fitzpatrick-Muller South Weston Swimming Carnival In 2 weeks our school will be in charge of running the South Weston Swimming Carnival on Tuesday 19th March at the AIS. The carnival is a big event and we will need a number of volunteers to help out on the day. Thank you to those parents who have already offered support. We still require more helpers. If you are available to help on the day please email me. Year 1/2 St John the Baptist—Jacob Loughlin Year 1/2 St Nicholas—Thomas Martin Year 3/4 St Catherine—Kai Viljakainen Year 3/4 St Mark—Elijah Deng Year 3/4 St Paul—Bianca Catto Year 5/6 St Clare of Assisi—Lachlan Fisher Year 5/6 St Patrick—Molly Fletcher The Arts—Georgia Jeffery Library—Shelby Blair Italian—Jakub Kowalski They will be awarded at Tuesday morning’s assembly. NEXT WEEK’S AWARD IS FOR: Catholic Schools Soccer Carnival Unfortunately we have still not had any parents offer to help in coaching, managing and linesman roles for our 2 x 3/4 teams. A list of the teams was sent out today with these positions available. If there is anyone who would be available to help out in any capacity please contact me via email. Boys and Girls Club Our first Boys and Girls Club for Yrs 4-6 will be held next week. Today the nomination forms were sent out to Year 4,5 and 6. Children will be placed in their clubs in order of their note being received back at school. Thank you to the parents who have offered to facilitate and help with the groups. We still need more help. For instance, we need a parent to ride with the bike riding group or they will not be able to leave the school grounds. If you are available to help please contact me via email. ‘Being an Active Listener’ Luke Donnelly Coordinator [email protected] SATURDAY 16th MARCH 11AM—3PM Mulley Street, Holder Fun & Exciting Rides * Great Entertainment Silent Auction * Chocolate Wheel * Pony Rides Stalls, stalls and more stalls * Trash ‘n’ Treasure Delicious Hot Food * Refreshing Drinks Great tasting Coffee AND LOADS MORE!!! Thankyou to the following businesses for their generous donations Capital Waste Skips, Southern Cross Club, Hogs Breath Café, Quality Meats Mawson, Jindii Day Spa, Lanyon Valley Swim School, One Sports Wear, St.George Bank, The Canberra Times, Questacon, The Weston Club, the Hellenic Club, the Labor Club, Noni B, Coffee Guru, Best and Less, Mogo Zoo, That Gelato Place, Curves, Childsplay Toys, Amanda Fintan Photography, Subway, Classic Car Wash Love Create