Term 3 Week 7 - Thursday 5 September 2024

Principal's Message

Gospel Reading:  Mark 7: 31-37

And again going out of the coasts of Tyre, he came by Sidon to the sea of Galilee, through the midst of the coasts of Decapolis. And they bring to him one deaf and dumb; and they besought him that he would lay his hand upon him. And taking him from the multitude apart, he put his fingers into his ears, and spitting, he touched his tongue: And looking up to heaven, he groaned, and said to him: Ephpheta, which is, Be thou opened. And immediately his ears were opened, and the string of his tongue was loosed, and he spoke right. And he charged them that they should tell no man. But the more he charged them, so much the more a great deal did they publish it. And so much the more did they wonder, saying: He hath done all things well; he hath made both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak.

R U OK?

R U OK Day is being held next Thursday, 12 September. This is an Australian national day of action dedicated to remind us to connect with each other by asking “Are you ok?” and to remember how important it is to support each other when we might be going through a hard time. We want to recognise R U OK day at St Jude’s, so next Thursday students will participate in fitness rotations that focus on teamwork and communication. These rotations will be led by our Sport and Health and Wellbeing and Arts Peer leaders. There will also be a liturgy in the afternoon, hosted by our Prayer and Youth Ministry and Wellbeing and Arts Peer Leaders. Students can wear yellow clothes on Thursday and bring a gold coin donation, but please ensure it is appropriate for the weather and sporting activities.

Natalie is leaving us

As I mentioned in last week’s newsletter, Nat is embarking on a new adventure, working within a company that helps families manage their NDIS funding, which at times can be enormously challenging and overwhelming. If you need assistance with this, then you can get in touch with Nat via admin@capitalsupportcoordination.com.au  (the link in last week’s newsletter had an additional dash, which was incorrect) We thank Nat for her hard work, kindness and genuine care for the students, staff and families in our community.

Katrina is staying

After a period of advertising and interviews, I would like to announce that Katrina Howden has accepted the position of Front Office Manager. Katrina has been in this position since the start of 2024. We are very fortunate to have both Katrina and Renee in our front office team, they demonstrate genuine care for our students and work collaboratively to achieve all that is required to keep our school running. They are a vital part of my team.

For more information in relation to school events, please see below to read my Community Council Report for next week’s meeting. 

Thank you for your ongoing support.

 Cameron

Important Dates

Birthdays

School News

Show In Tents - 2024 St Jude's Musical - First Round Ticket Sales Now on sale

Students and Teachers in Year 2 to Year 6 have been busily preparing for this year's musical 'Show in Tents'. 

All information to purchase tickets can be found on Compass.

School Photos 

Our school photos are booked for:

Tuesday 15 October, School Photography Main Day, Sibling photos (8am - 9am), Staff Photos, Preschool Day 1 (Stingray Class) 

Friday 1 November, Catchup Portrait Session, Sibling Photos (8am - 9am), Preschool Day 2 (Lobster and Turtle Classes). 

Pip-Ed is a new, updated version of the award-winning, evidence-based parenting program, ‘Partners in Parenting’, offered to parents and carers of teenagers aged 12-18 who are refusing school due to anxiety or depression, reside in Australia, are fluent in English and have regular internet access.
The program is not recommended as a sole source of support for young people experiencing school refusal.
Although all parents are able to take part, the program content is not tailored for parents of teenagers living with Autism Spectrum Disorder or intellectual disability.

Link: https://pip-ed.web.app/

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 if you have any questions

RE News

Thank you for your support and participation in our Father's Day celebrations. ELC and Kinder put their hearts into their liturgy and assembly. With this week being Fallow Week, or family week, I encourage you to take some designated quality time together away from the busy-ness of school and work life. 

Looking ahead to next week, you are more than welcome to join us for our R U OK Liturgy on Thursday 12 September at 2pm in the Church. This will be led by the Youth Ministry team. 

May your light shine. 

Jessica Betterton

ELC News

ELC NEWS

Happy Birthday Noah S and Adaline J

This week we celebrated Early Childhood Educators Day, recognising the fantastic work of our early learning centre educators and the important role they play in supporting children's wellbeing, learning, and development. At St Jude’s ELC, we are blessed to have wonderful educators who fill the hearts and provoke the minds of our beautiful young people.

Thank you to all of our educators for everything you do!

Gnomes

Every year the ELC supports the Rotary Club Floriade Gnome display. We will be creating our own mini-Floriade here at the ELC. The children have been busy painting so keep an eye out for gnomes popping up in our gardens very soon.

Gymnastics

Thank you to all the families who provided feedback on the gymnastics program. It was an overwhelming ‘Yes’ to participate for a second term. So we will be heading back to Woden Valley Gymnastics on Tuesdays (Turtles and Stingrays) and Thursdays (Lobsters) in Term 4.  The cost is $80 per child for 9 sessions and will be added to your Term 4, Week 1 fees.

School Photos

School photos will take place in Term 4. Flyers with more information have been put in notes pockets.

• Stingray photos: Week 1,Tuesday 15 October
• Lobster and Turtle photos: Week 3, Friday 1 November

Sibling photos will be available between 8am and 9am on both days. 

Mango Fundraiser

The ELC will be doing our famous Mango fundraiser again this year.  Look out for more information coming soon.

2025 ELC and Kinder Orientation

St Jude’s Orientation morning for children enrolled in ELC or Kinder for 2025 will be held on Thursday 7 November.  More information will be available in coming weeks.

St John Vianney Kindergarten orientation is Tuesday 29 October.

Library News

WOW! What a great performance we enjoyed by Mr Bamboozle! I’m sure your children have come home sharing all their favourite parts with you. Here are some pics…

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Thank you Mr Bamboozle!

Sports News

Touch footy team. 

The details are simple; 

ACT Touch Football Summer Comp

Year 3/4 - U9/10 mixed teams

Every Thursday in term 4 (round 1 - 17 October)

5.10pm at the Deakin Playing Fields

8 players on the team 

$109 per player ($67 to join and $42 state/national fee)

Contact Sharlee if interested in playing 

0437 035 502 or email sharlee.brady@yahoo.com.au

Mulleyduds Uniform Shop

Uniform Shop open Tuesday 10 September 2:45pm - 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

Last Day of Term Meal Deal

Last day of school, Friday 27 September. Consists of sausage, Juice and Quelch stick. Orders open on QKR! now. Orders close 12 noon Monday 23 September. No late orders will be accepted. 

Canteen Volunteers - Week 8

Wednesday 11 September - Karen, & two more volunteers please

Thursday 12 September - Renee, Antonella & one more volunteer please

Friday 13 September -  Gemma, Sarah, Sandra  & one more volunteer please