You are reminded that all whole-school events, such as assemblies, liturgies and sporting events have been cancelled until we are able to have large gatherings.

Dear Parents/Carers,

Today brings to a close the celebration of Reconciliation Week. In light if recent events in America that have brought to the surface significant racial tensions, it is timely to reflect on the purpose of Reconciliation Week. The Reconciliation Australia website notes that: "As always, we stand on the shoulders of those who came before us, and Australians now benefit from the efforts and contributions of people committed to reconciliation in the past. Today we work together to further that national journey towards a fully reconciled country."

It is incumbent on us, as adults, to ensure that our children learn that reconciliation is for all of us. We need to show them how we seek unity and mutual respect as we come together and connect with one another. By doing this with our children, our future communities have a better chance of being peaceful and respectful.

Reconciliation Prayer

Holy Father, we pray for your strength and grace to forgive, accept and love one another. Give us the courage to accept the realities of our history so that we may build a better future. Help us to bring about spiritual and social change to improve the quality of life for all groups in our communities.

Morning and afternoon procedures

I would like to pass on my thanks for your understanding and support of the current changes to our drop-off and pick-up procedures. These routines have been going very smoothly and are helping our school to adhere to the social distancing requirements. Ultimately, we are helping all in our school community to keep safe.

Keeping our school safe

I would also like to thank the parents and carers who have supported the new procedures that must be followed when a student becomes sick at school and needs to be collected during the day. You are reminded that part of these procedures is that the child cannot return to school until a medical clearance certificate has been obtained. 

Survey

Having been through a period of time in which there were many significant changes to the way our school has had to operate (indeed we are still in a different phase), we are seeking some feedback from parents and carers about how we learn from our COVID-19 pandemic response to recognise and realise better ways of operating, aligning and integrating improved practices in all aspects of our school. It focusses your thoughts on what you would like to see the school 'Keep, Improve, Start and Stop.' It would be apprecited if you had time to complete the survey. You can access the survey here.

God bless.

Paul Moroney
Principal

St Johns, Mondays and Tuesdays

Andrew Oldfield (Waraba) Gamilaroi Nation

I have been with Wollongong Catholic Education since 2017, working across various schools in the Campbelltown area.

In my role I have been supporting Aboriginal and non Aboriginal students, sharing Culture.

I enjoy sharing how to make fish traps, rope, netting and Coolamons etc. I look forward to working with the St. Johns Community.

Congratulations to the following students who received Good Samaritan Awards this week.

Happy Birthday to the following students and staff who are celebrating their birthday this week, June 1st - june 7th

CatholicCare now offers the
Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) in the
Macarthur region, helping seniors to access entry-level
support services to live independently and safely at home.
If your grandparents, parent(s) or anyone you know
requires aged care assistance at home, please ask them
to call 4628 0044 and ask for Melissa or Colleen.

catholiccare.dow.org.au

Due to COVID restrictions parents are currently not allowed on school grounds. We also need to limit the amount of visitors that come into the office, so please only come into the office if necessary.

  It is important that you let the office know as soon as possible, via email or phone, if you are picking your child up prior to dismissal (including time).  We can then arrange to have them in the office ready for you. Please note we are unable to arrange collection of your children during break times (11.15am-12 & 1.15pm-2pm) without prior notice. Please do not enter late arrivals or early departures into compass, this needs to be done by the school office.

Thank you for your assistance with this matter.

Please note that applications for Kindergarten 2021 are still being accepted. Interviews are curently being held so forms will need to be received as soon as possible. Please contact the school office for more information.