Paul Moroney

Principal

MAPLE COMPLETES HER FIRST TERM AT ST JOHN’S

Maple has certainly made an impact at St John’s. She completed her work for this term last week and will resume in the second week back in Term 4. This term she has worked two days a week. The plan is to increase that to three and perhaps four days a week before the end of the year.

Congratulations to all the students in following the three expectations clearly outlined to support Maple’s integration into the school community. These expectations will remain but over time there will be greater opportunity for students to interact with her. 

Below are some responses by students about how they feel having our well being dog, Maple, at our school.

3R

Aiden Mathews- Whenever I am stressed and I see Maple she calms me down.

Belen Galea- I feel very happy and excited about having Maple at our school. She is very comforting, cute and amazing. I think most people love her.

3G

Amelia Ayres- Maple is a beautiful dog and when she came to the school, I already felt less people were sad, lonely and worried. We are blessed to have her here at our school.

Tyler Starkey- Maple is a loving dog and she is very kind to the people at our school.

5G

Michael Southby - I love Maple being a part of our community because I like dogs and she helps the students at St John's.

Alice Wahhab - I like Maple because she is energetic and helps other students with their emotions.

5R

Sienna G- Maple is our schools well-being dog. Lots of students have said that it is fun having a cute and fluffy dog at our school. We have learnt very well from our teachers what to and not do around maple! 

Harry W- St Johns has joined the Dogs Connect Program. Our new dog Maple (Groodle dog) has been a great addition to our school. She has helped many students with their well-being and mental state. The Dogs Connect Program has been featured on 9 News, Sky News, 7 News, ABC News, Australian Teacher Magazine and The Border Mail. Maple Has 21 water bowls around the school for drinks when she goes on walks. Overall a Maple is an amazing part of St Johns and she’s improved our lives ever since.

6R

Alicia M- It makes my day when I get to pat Maple.

Lillian- Maple's a great companion, I love it when she visits our classroom. 

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YEAR 6 CANBERRA EXCURSION

As mentioned in last week’s newsletter, the Year 6 students went on an excursion overnight to Canberra on 12-13 September. Below is an insight into their experience written by Laken Houston and Khrish Hagarty:

Last week on Monday and Tuesday Year 6 went on an overnight excursion to the ACT, Canberra. 

With a very tight schedule everyone seemed to enjoy the time that they spent in important places to Australian people. At most places they were displaying paintings and objects in memory and mourning of the Queen. 

When Year 6 visited the Australian National Museum they deepened their understanding of Australian history. 

They took part in voting and witnessed the process of counting the votes at the AEC. 

At the War memorial they saw the Wall of Honour and learnt how dreadful the wars were. 

With a turn of events Year 6 was able to see the Royal Mint of Australia, with the main theme being the prehistoric time of the creatures that lived within Australia. 

The Australian Institute of Sport was an awesome place for them to enjoy some time to play sports and use some Olympic training machines that athletes use. 

The most memorable place out of all of them was Parliament House, the students learned the seating areas of both rooms including the Senate and House of Representatives. Students learned nearly everything that there is to know about the Senate and House of Representatives.

The students would like to thank the staff and people who organised the overnight excursion to ACT.

 

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UNIFORM FOCUS- HOUSE COLOUR COMPETITION

Each week students are reminded about the uniform focus area. This is in alignment with our school uniform policy. During the week teachers check to make sure that students in their class are following that particular focus on uniform. If they are wearing the correct uniform on a certain day that week, teachers provide students with a token for their House Colour. This token is then placed into the canister outside the Community Room. 

Yesterday, some of the Year 6 House Captains counted the tokens collected in the canisters. The tokens were placed out in rows of ten so they could be counted easily and it could be checked by others for accuracy.

As you are aware, Polding House (Blue) had the most number of tokens. If your child was away today, they will still be given an opportunity to wear mufti and have their zooper dooper this Friday. Below are the results.

House	Tokens
Polding- Blue	441
Therry- Yellow	417
St Joseph- Red	412
Vaughan- Green	349

Year 3 students will receive their reward this Friday, 23 September, due to their excursion which took place today.

Parliament and Civics Education Rebate (PACER)

Happy Birthday to the following students and staff who are celebrating their

birthday this week , 18th September - 24th September

Welcoming

KG: Audrina J: for welcoming others into all activities in the classroom and playground

1G: Christian W: for being welcoming to those who need a friend, just like Jesus

2G: Kobe P: for listening to all teachers and responding to the needs of his peers 

3G: Shylah B - for welcoming opportunities to be of service to others

4G: Amelia N: For welcoming others into her learning groups during maths lessons

5G: Fisiilose F - for being welcoming to our new class member.

Week 9 - Awards: INFANTS

School Photo's were distributed on Tuesday, if you opted to pick your ones up from the office they are available now for collection. If you forgot to order school photo's, they are still available to order from Advanced Life

There was a wrong photo used in the printing and we are currently working to have these reprinted

You can now view and purchase the group images listed and if you place your order before 4/10/2022 you will get a 20% early order discount.  Please note the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.

INDIGENOUS GROUP
YEAR 6 (included in graduation package for Y6 Students)
YEAR 6 CAPTAINS AND LEADERS
Indigenous Group (silly pose)

Images can be viewed by visiting www.advancedlife.com.au entering the code: 7RB 8N4 CFX and clicking on “Group Photos”

Important
·  Group photos can only be purchased online, PLEASE DO NOT return payment to your school
·  Photos will be returned to your school for distribution approximately six weeks after the discounted early order period has closed

advancedlife would like to express our appreciation to St John The Evangelist Catholic Parish Primary School for placing your trust in us. Please remember we offer a 100% money-back guarantee on our products to ensure your peace of mind. We would also love to receive your feedback or resolve any issues you may experience, to ensure your satisfaction. If you have any questions, comments or feedback relating to your advancedlife experience, please contact us at www.advancedlife.com.au/contact

We have a large quantity of LOST PROPERTY in the office, we do go through the pile once a week and return items with names to the children but unfortunately the majority is nameless. If you child has lost a jumper, hat, pair of glasses or other items please come and check lost property before the end of term.

  

Amelia Noble- Murray ( 4 Gold) has recently had some successes in the Performing Arts. 

She filmed the lead role in the latest Amazon Web Services Tv Commercial.

Amelia also competed in the prestigious Sydney Eisteddfod and placed 2nd in Musical Theatre 

She was also named a finalist for Soprano and Mezzo soprano divisions for 
the International Musical Competition as well as 1st Place Regional Champion in tap, Specialty tap,  singing 
and  song and dance.

Well done Amelia