THE ANNUNCIATION

On 25 March, we celebrate the feast of the Annunciation. As a Catholic community, we remember when the angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would conceive by the Holy Spirit and become the mother of God. 

We are continually reminded of the importance of this feast in various devotional prayers. Two examples that highlight the importance of this feast are the joyous mysteries of the Rosary and the Angelus.

The Angelus is an ancient prayer that recalls the events of the Annunciation.

WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY- 21 MARCH

The aim of the ‘Lots of Socks’ campaign is to raise awareness of Down syndrome among the community. This date was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome. The idea behind the ‘Lots of Socks’ initiative is acceptance of all our differences, and what makes us unique as an individual. Socks come in all shapes, sizes, and designs, just like each of us here at St John's. 

It was wonderful to see so many bright and crazy socks worn by students and teachers last Monday in recognition of this special day.

Kelsey 4B spoke beautifully about this special day at the morning assembly. She taught us all about the chromosomes that cause Down syndrome. Kelsey also spoke about her little sister, Allorah KG, who has Down syndrome and how she makes life very interesting at home. 

ASSEMBLIES- FRIDAY AFTERNOON

We are looking forward to welcoming parents and friends back to our afternoon assemblies in the Hall from Term 2. Below are some photos taken from the last K-2 assembly.

MORNING DROP OFF- THANK YOU

Thank you to the parents and carers who have been safely dropping their children off to school in the morning. We ask that you continue to remain vigilant in the car park particularly when walking children to the school gate through this area.