Newsletter May 23, 2025
Newsletter May 23, 2025
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Principal's Message
Principal's Message
Paul Dwyer, Principal
pdwyer@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au
Dear Parents,
A reminder to all parents that students should not be at school unsupervised before 8:15 a.m. each morning. Families that need to drop students at school before this time, need to book students in to our Before School Hours Care program run by Camp Australia. This is an important student safety issue. https://campaustralia.com.au/
You may have noticed that two new yellow bollards have been installed in the front playground. This is to improve student safety in our drop off and pick up area when cars arrive before and after school. Thank you for driving slowly and carefully, and for being patient with other drivers when you are inside school grounds.
Our final 2 classes of senior students really enjoyed their Hands On Science incursion today! (Please see photos further on in this newsletter).
Thank you to our Year 3 and 4 parents who have supplied information about their child/ren’s swimming ability to Paul Sadler Swimland. This information will assist the swimming teachers to compose classes of students with like ability. A reminder that the swimming program commences next Monday (26th May).
Our Senior school staff and students are looking forward to leaving for camp next Wednesday (28th May). They will return to school on Friday (30th May). To assist with final preparations, I ask all parents to carefully read the information that has been sent home re medications, dietary needs, clothing etc. There is a possibility of wet weather at some stage, so please ensure all students have wet weather gear, and warm appropriate clothing for the planned activities. With thanks.
Congratulations and best wishes to our 12 students (Lexi, Mya, Malibu, Mary, Ruby, Nevaeh, Max, Charlotte, Sofia, Nixon, Rupert and Hamish) who will compete in the Divisional Cross-Country competition on Wednesday 4th June at Hastings Foreshore. Further information will be sent to parents soon.
I spoke to the School Advisory Council (SAC) this week re the Frankston Winter Shelter program that is being run by Churches in the Frankston area, including our parish of St. Anne’s. Please see further information in the parish newsletter about how you can support this program for people in need of food and shelter during the cold winter months ahead.
My prayerful best wishes to students who will make the Sacrament of Reconciliation at St. Anne’s Church, on Saturday 31st May at 3:00 p.m.
As you know, the school will be closed on Monday 9th June for the Kings birthday public holiday.
The school will also be closed on Monday 16th June for a staff professional learning day.
Thank you to Irene Stewart, who will be Acting Principal for the next two weeks, as I will be on leave. I will be back at school on Tuesday 10th June.
Some advance notice that our Parent/Teacher interviews will take place on Tuesday 1st July (3:30 – 6:00 p.m.) and Wednesday 2nd July (2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Please note that school will finish at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday 2nd July to facilitate this.
Regards,
Paul Dwyer, Principal
Car Park
Parents may open the gate and drive their cars into the school grounds at 2:30pm as long as there are no classes playing / working on the asphalt. The car park is a part of the play ground and includes basketball court and volleyball court which needs to be available should a teacher wish to use this with her / his class.Car Park
Maire Macphie, Administration
Office News
Office News
School Fees
School Fees
Please ensure you are either on a direct debit plan for regular payments towards your fees (link below) or if you are paying in 3 instalments then one third of your total fees was due and payable.- Friday 4th April. Refer to your fee statement for direct bank transfer or Bpay details.
Please contact Maire (Maura) MacPhie with any queries - mmacphie@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au
Please do not hesitate to email the office team on office@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au for any questions or to share information.
Parents - please ensure that your child's Subway order has been submitted before the cut off time. The Subway lunches are organised by Canteen Hub, not the school.
Learning Innovations
Learning Innovations
Rebecca Todisco, Curriculum & Educational Leader
rtodisco@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au
Hands on Science
Hands on Science
A fun Incursion for the Senior students this week.
Foundation students making 2D shapes in Maths using playdoh
Foundation students making 2D shapes in Maths using playdoh
Safety is one of our top priorities here at St Joachim's.
Safety is one of our top priorities here at St Joachim's.
Please help us in keeping everyone safe by heading into the office if you are coming onto the school grounds. You will notice that all road facing internal gates and doors will be locked during learning times throughout the day.
Please enter through the office and inform office staff if you arrive during the learning time.
Religious Education
Religious Education
Zeeta Andrew, Religious Education Leader
zandrew@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au
Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV
As we embark on a new leader for our church the students have been learning and exploring a little about who Pope Leo is. We pray for Pope Leo as he begins to guide our church.
Prayer
Prayer
Faithful God, You guide us on the path of life and your goodness is our constant companion.
Be with our new Shepherd, Pope Leo XIV, in his service of the Church. Fill him with the power of your Spirit, the peace of your presence and the compassion of Christ.
May he walk with you, in wisdom and humility, and lead us, together with all God’s people, to embody your love for the world.
Amen.
MLR celebrated their Liturgy of the Word
MLR celebrated their Liturgy of the Word
(Sixth Sunday of Easter)
(Sixth Sunday of Easter)
This Thursday 22nd May, MLR (Year 4) participated in the Liturgy of the Word.
This Thursday 22nd May, MLR (Year 4) participated in the Liturgy of the Word.
The following is their reflection and prayers:
In today’s gospel, Jesus gives the disciples a very special gift – the gift of peace. As a class we reflected on what peace looks, feels and sounds like. We further discussed things we can say or do to be peacemakers in challenging situations at school and at home.
We reflected on times that we and others have fought and argued. We discussed how these challenging times make us feel, but also the deep sense of peace we feel when we stop fighting and forgive each other. This is Jesus’ gift working within us. Each of us chose a symbol of peace; a dove or heart, and wrote about how we can be peacemakers by talking or getting help.
We would also like to offer this Liturgy, especially for those countries who are facing war and hardship, that God may bless them with the gift of comfort and peace.
Prayers of the Faithful:
Prayers of the Faithful:
Dear God, we pray that our Church be led by the Holy Spirit so that we may live in your love.
Let us pray to the Lord.
Dear God, we pray that we always treat others with respect and love.
Let us pray to the Lord.
Loving God, we pray for courage to help others who have been treated unfairly.
Let us pray to the Lord.
Dear God, we pray for world peace. Especially for countries experiencing wars, that they may be blessed with the gift of peace and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Let us pray to the Lord.
Upcoming Class Mass times (Yr 3 - 6)/ Liturgy of the Word (Yr F-2)
for Term 2. All are warmly invited.
Upcoming Class Mass times (Yr 3 - 6)/ Liturgy of the Word (Yr F-2)
for Term 2. All are warmly invited.
Visual Art
Visual Art
Mel Wharton
mwharton@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au
What is a landscape?
What is a landscape?
Landscapes are the way the land is formed. The students in Year 1 have been observing images of landscapes from the ocean to the mountains.
Landscapes are the way the land is formed. The students in Year 1 have been observing images of landscapes from the ocean to the mountains.
They have learnt about the language of what fore, middle and background of a landscape means and have really enjoyed blending paint colours together to make the waters of Antartica . The students also used a simple fork to add texture to their water.
A fantastic and messy but fun art task.
Please start collecting washed bottle top lids in a variety of sizes and colours.
Please start collecting washed bottle top lids in a variety of sizes and colours.
The lids can be from milk containers, laundry detergents, medicine lids... the more shapes, sizes and colour the better!
They can be dropped off at the ART HUB on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Thanks in advance for your help !
As part of the Visual Arts program the students are required to wear an ART SMOCK for all the messy and painting activities. An art smock can be an old shirt, apron or old tshirt.No art smock= No painting.Please ensure your child has a labelled art smock at school.Many thanks for your support and assistance with this.
English
English
Carolyn Yass, English Leader
cyass@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au
STC Literacy May 23.pdf
Physical Education
Physical Education
Reagon Haines
rhaines@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au
Sport News
Sport News
Frankston District Cross Country
Frankston District Cross Country
On Tuesday, many children from St Joachim’s participated in the Frankston District Cross Country Trials held at the Pines Fauna and Flora Reserve, Flinders Christian College. Well done to all the children who participated.
12 children placed in the top 10 of their respective groups:
12/13 year boys
Hamish L H - 5th
Rupert D - 7th
Nixon B - 8th
12/13 year old girls
Sofia M - 9th
Charlotte W - 10th
Olympia H - 11th
11 year old boys
Max W - 7th
11 year old girls
Nevaeh D - 1st
Ruby H - 2nd
Mary W - 6th
Malibu G - 7th
Mya P - 10th
10 year old girls
Lexi P - 4th
Thank you to all the parents and teachers who supervised and supported the team. I would like to take this opportunity to wish the 12 qualifying children the best for the Division Cross Country Trials that will be held on Wednesday, 4th June at Hastings Foreshore.
Performing Arts
Performing Arts
Tanya Antolos
tantolos@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au
WHOLE SCHOOL MUSIC INCURSION
WHOLE SCHOOL MUSIC INCURSION
‘Wyniss’ - a music ensemble from Mua Island in the Torres Strait Islands.
‘Wyniss’ - a music ensemble from Mua Island in the Torres Strait Islands.
All parents are welcome to attend
All parents are welcome to attend
Monday 23rd June
Middles and Seniors 9:30 - 10:30
Foundation and Juniors 11:20 - 12:15
We are all looking forward to welcoming Wyniss to perform for us. All year levels are currently learning about their music, instruments, costumes and culture and learning to sing and play some of their music.
We are all looking forward to welcoming Wyniss to perform for us. All year levels are currently learning about their music, instruments, costumes and culture and learning to sing and play some of their music.
The photos below show students learning about WAMI FISHING music and string figure traditions. WAMI are string figures that are used as part of Wyniss’ songs. Here, the students have created a spear out of string for the song WAMI FAST FISHING.
Vice President,
Sarah Cruise
Secretary,
Elizabeth Bonner
Treasurer,
Lauren O'Toole
Everyone Welcome!
Everyone Welcome!
All parents and friends of the school are encouraged to come to the P & F meetings and all are welcome. If you are unable to attend meetings but would like to be involved please send an email to pandfpresident@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au
If anyone is interested in supporting the P&F, meetings are held once a month on a Friday, some in person and some via zoom. New faces are always welcome.
Thanks so much to Genevieve for taking the beautiful Mother's Day Photos.
Thanks so much to Genevieve for taking the beautiful Mother's Day Photos.
Before & After School Care
Before & After School Care
Camp Australia
Camp Australia
The Camp Australia Outside school hours care program provides a safe environment ain which all can explore and play.
Operoo
Operoo
Thank you to families who keep their Operoo profiles up to date such as when they change their address, phone number, parents work contact details etc. If you could also email the office@sjcarrumdowns.catholic.edu.au and let us know, so that we can adjust on our system as well.
Uniform
Uniform
St Joachim's Uniform is available from Peninsula Uniforms online shop or by visiting their shop in Carrum Downs.
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