Term 3 Week 3 - Thursday 8 August 2024

Principal's Message

Gospel Reading:  John 6: 41-51

The Jews therefore murmured at him, because he had said: I am the living bread which came down from heaven. And they said: Is not this Jesus, the son of Joseph, whose father and mother we know? How then saith he, I came down from heaven? Jesus therefore answered, and said to them: Murmur not among yourselves. No man can come to me, except the Father, who hath sent me, draw him; and I will raise him up in the last day. It is written in the prophets: And they shall all be taught of God. Every one that hath heard of the Father, and hath learned, cometh to me. Not that any man hath seen the Father; but he who is of God, he hath seen the Father. Amen, amen I say unto you: He that believeth in me, hath everlasting life. I am the bread of life. Your fathers did eat manna in the desert, and are dead. This is the bread which cometh down from heaven; that if any man eat of it, he may not die. I am the living bread which came down from heaven. If any man eat of this bread, he shall live for ever; and the bread that I will give, is my flesh, for the life of the world.

In an ever-evolving world it is wonderful to have things to celebrate as a nation. The performance of each of our Olympians give us cause to celebrate. Persistence, resilience, commitment, team work and dedication are a few of the attributes of Australia’s Olympians. Success and disappointment, humility, and gratitude also on display. With the announcement of Brisbane being awarded the Olympic Games of 2032 we can only hope that somewhere on our playground, there is a young girl or boy who is beginning to dream or plan their own Olympic dream.

School Fence

At this stage the gates will be added on August 12. As per my newsletter last week, details of open and close times were listed. I have already received several suggestions for how we can improve our outdoor spaces, as previously mentioned, we are looking at creating a master plan.

A busy Term 3

Important dates to add to your Calendar include

• Book Week – Week 5 – Costume Day - Wednesday
• Father’s Day Breakfast and Kinder Assembly – August 30
• St Jude’s Musical – 24 & 25 September

Camp Australia

I have been informed by our before and after school provider, that there are spaces in both the morning and afternoon programs on each day. Please check out their website or call the school for contact details.

Enrolments for 2025

At the time of writing, we have some space in Kindergarten, Year 1 and Years 4 – 6 for 2025. We have waiting lists for both Year 2 and 3 for 2025. If you are aware of families within our enrolment area who have children in these year levels, please feel free to send them our way. We continue to offer school tours and our Year 6 students do an amazing job leading these tours.

Thank you for your ongoing support.

 Cameron

Important Dates

Birthdays

School News

Father’s Day Breakfast and Classroom Visits – Friday 30 August

We invite all Fathers, Step-Fathers, Grandfathers, Uncles and special friends to attend our Fathers Day Celebration. 

On Friday 30 August 2024, we are holding a Father’s Day Breakfast and celebrations beginning at 8.15am. Click the link to RSVP for the breakfast.

Guests are then welcome to visit your child/children’s classroom/s, from 9.00am – 10.00am. We have allocated an hour  for classroom visits to allow guests to split their time across several classrooms if need be. There is no requirement to stay for the whole time.

At 10.00am we will say goodbye to our guests as they depart the school. With Kinder students and their guests moving to the hall for an assembly.

For catering purposes RSVP is required by COB Monday 26 August. Click the link  to RSVP for the breakfast.

Tell Them From Me Survey

In the coming weeks we will be inviting students, teachers and parents to provide feedback on their experience of our school using an online survey. The surveys are an important part of our whole school evaluation and planning process.
 
We would like to invite you to complete the Tell Them From Me (TTFM) Partners in Learning survey. As we value the role of parents and carers within our school community we would greatly appreciate your feedback. The information you provide will be used to maintain our commitment to working together in partnership to further improve student learning and wellbeing at St Jude's School.
 
The survey is anonymous and will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. You are able to access the parent survey on your computer or mobile device by using the link below:

https://tellthemfromme.com/survey/splash/w6wk6

Survey closes Friday 23 August

Students not returning 2025

Any students who will not be returning to St Jude's in 2025 (excluding current year 6 students) please follow the link to complete a form. 

Please contact the office is you have any questions

RE News

Feast of the Assumption 

All are welcome to the Feast of the Assumption Mass on the 15 of August (Thursday next week) to celebrate Mary's ascension into Heaven, body and soul. ELC (Turtles and Lobsters) to Year 6 attending. 

Sacramental Update 

Is your child eligible for a sacrament? In the Parish of Our Lady of the Annunciation sacraments are completed in Years 3, 4 and 6. Reflection evenings for Confirmation have started. A commitment Mass for Confirmation Candidates is being held on the 24 and 25 of August. Please attend one and bring your completed booklet if you have not handed it in already. 

Saturday Vigil: 5pm at St Jude's Church 

Sunday Eucharist: 9am at St John Vianney's Church 

 Click this link to find out more.

May your light shine.

Jessica Betterton

ELC News

ELC NEWS

Happy Birthday Lillian H

Illnesses

There are many illnesses in the community at the moment including influenza. If your child is unwell, please inform the ELC office and the teachers of symptoms or diagnoses as we are required to record this information to identify possible outbreaks. As always, it is important to keep children at home if they are unwell. 

SJV Science excursion

On Wednesday of week 4 the Stingray class will be catching a bus to St John Vianney’s Primary school for an afternoon of science experiments and fun. Please return your permission notes as soon as possible.  A special SJV Meal Deal order form has also been sent home. Orders are cash only and must be received before 3pm on Monday.

Floriade Gnomes

Each year the ELC supports the Canberra Rotary Club’s Floriade Gnomes. We have purchased gnomes from Rotary for the children to paint in the lead up to Spring.  We are looking forward to creating our own gnome wonderland in the gardens around St Jude’s for our whole community to enjoy.

Gymnastics Term 4

We always receive great feedback from children and parents when we participate in the gymnastics program at Woden Valley Gymnastics Club. We are seeking input from all ELC families about another term of gymnastics. If you would like us to do a 9 week program in Term 4, please let us know on the document at the sign in desk.

Parenting Workshops with Lael Stone

Transform Parenting is an organisation that supports parents to grow and learn with their children from pregnancy to the first 7 years of parenting, through workshops, events and memberships, both in person and online. They are holding a Saturday event about managing the big feelings and behaviour of young children, and a full day Sunday couples workshop about helping parents to get on the same page with their parenting.

Click Here To Learn More About The Workshops.

Invitation to 'A Bluey Perspective'

A free family event with ‘Bluey’ creator Joe Brumm will be held at Merici College on Wednesday 11 September. Presented by Catholic School Parents Canberra and Goulburn with the support of Catholic Education, the event aims to bring families from across the Archdiocese together, to listen to Joe talk about why he thinks Bluey has been such a success and the important role parents play in their child’s learning and development. Numbers are limited so please register via the link below.

https://events.humanitix.com/a-bluey-perspective

Library News

Book Week is in Week 5 this year!

Our Dress up Day will be happening Wednesday 21 August, in the morning and outside (weather permitting) ELC classes will join in the fun with us so come along to watch the parade.

The Library is also having a Book Fair in Week 5 this term!

We are pleased to partner with The Book Cow in Kingston again this year to offer a “Books Only” Book Fair to our students. There will be picture books and chapter books for all ages.

*All are welcome to come in and check out the books!

*Sales will be after school on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday until 5pm. EFTPOS available. No before school sales.

*Children may purchase books at lunchtime as well.

Mulleyduds Uniform Shop

Uniform Shop open Friday 16 August 2:30-3:15pm.

For second hand requests please email to: uniform.stjudes@gmail.com. Please include your child’s name and classroom for us to deliver to. **Please do not make payment for secondhand items, until we reply to your request confirming stock is available.

Mulleygrubs Cafe News

Canteen Volunteers - Week 4

Wednesday 14 August - Karen, & two more volunteers please

Thursday 15 August - Annette, Julie & one more volunteer please

Friday 16 August -  Gemma, Sarah & two more volunteers please

Sushi Meal Deal available to order – Friday 30 August

Sushi will be available to order for lunch on Friday 30 August. The normal canteen menu will not be available. 

A Sushi Roll and a Juice can be ordered for $6.50, with additional rolls $4.50.

Sushi Roll Options:

• Cooked Tuna Roll (GF)
• Crispy Chicken Roll
• Avocado Roll (GF & Veg)

Orders are being supplied by Mr Sushi and need to be placed via Qkr! by the above cut off date. No late orders will be accepted. 

Camp Australia