God of Love, thank you for every teacher who notices a child’s special gift. Thank you for teachers who are listeners and gentle guides. 

God of Mercy, Sustain teachers who give everything they have. Help exhausted teachers rest. 

God of Strength, Encourage teachers to care and inspire them to nourish. Motivate teachers to keep on learning for the fun of it and to make learning enjoyable for children.

God of Justice, help and support teachers in their special calling, wherever they teach and whatever obstacles they must face. We pray these things in the name of our great teacher, Jesus Christ.

Dear Parents and Carers,

This Friday we will be celebrating World Teachers Day along with many other schools across Australia. The theme this year is 'Hat's Off To Teachers' so it is a great time to acknowledge our teachers for their skilled work in educating, inspiring and supporting our students at St John's. Every day I see so many examples of our teachers going beyond what is expected of them so that students are being looked after. The Dalai Lama says "When educating the mind, we must not forget to educate the heart." Our students are so fortunate to have teachers who value a holistic approach to education, who are faith-filled, and who are focussed on the growth and development of the whole child.

Your child may like to acknowledge their teacher in some small way this Friday eg a card, drawing, personal note etc.

Staff Development Day

Please note that our final pupil-free day (Staff Development Day) for the year is on Monday 28 October. On this day, all staff will be off-site for our Spiritual Formation day. Therefore, the office will be closed on this day.

God bless, 

Paul Moroney
Principal

Happy Birthday to the following students and staff who are celebrating their birthday this week & during the holidays : 20th October - 26th October

The process of class formation for 2024 has now commenced. This process involves the current class teachers preparing draft lists for next year's classes. This process takes into consideration the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of each individual student. Decisions are made to establish balanced, equitable class groups with the potential to work well together. As the teachers know the students within the school environment exceptionally well, the best interests of each individual student is always considered during the discernment process.

Parents are invited annually to contribute to the process of class formation. Even if you have made similar requests in the past, we ask that you submit a request again. All requests need to be made by Friday 15th November 2024.

It is important to note that whilst parent requests are considered, there is never a guarantee that these requests will be granted. Please be aware that there may be circumstances surrounding such requests that may prevent it from being granted.

Requests are to be made using this link.

As part of Mission Month, we are having a Crazy Sock Day on October 25th. Students are encouraged to bring a gold coin donation, with proceeds going to support mission programs that provide critical assistance to children from disadvantaged and vulnerable backgrounds in Mongolia.

School student travel information for parents and students

School Travel Passes

Applications are now open for 2025 School Student Transport Scheme (SSTS) travel. 

Students in the Opal network applying for an Opal card (including a Term Bus Pass) for the first time will receive their School Opal card at their nominated postal address from mid-January 2025 apply or update their details as soon as possible.

In the Opal network, students should travel with a Child/Youth Opal card until they receive their valid School Opal card. If outside Greater Sydney, parents should contact their local bus operator to discuss their travel needs.

Students living in rural and regional areas will receive their travel pass from their nominated transport operator. It may be issued via their school or be sent directly to them at home. Note: some rural and regional operators do not issue travel passes. Students/parents should confirm with their nominated operator if they do not receive a pass.

Terms of Use

Students using School Opal cards must tap on and tap off in line with the Opal terms of use.

This includes travel within the approved times between 6.30am and 7.00pm from Monday to Friday on school days only. Students must use their Child/Youth Opal card for any travel outside these times.

All students are required to comply with the Student code of conduct. The code of conduct aims to ensure the safety and well-being of school children and other passengers. It is important that parents ensure their child is aware of this, as failure to comply with the code of conduct can result in a suspension from travel.