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Free Paediatric First Aid Course for families living within the Greater Dandenong Council
Paediatric First Aid Course for Parents & Carers in Greater Dandenong (1).pdfPaediatric First Aid _Springvale Rise Primary School .pdfART COMPETITION: “What does family mean to YOU?”
The Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare is running a statewide art comp just for children and young people in Victoria.
“What does family mean to YOU?”
You can draw it, paint it, collage it, or create it digitally. Want to add a few words about your masterpiece? Even better!
Here’s the fun part:
Entries close June 30!
Your awesome art will appear on the CFECFW website.
A special judging panel will choose five winners in each age group:
– Under 8s
– 8 to 12s
Winners get a family movie ticket voucher, and your artwork will be framed and displayed in a special exhibition! How cool is that?
NFW25 Art Competition Flyer (2).pdf2025-National-Families-Week-Art-Competition-Worksheet.pdfACTIVE KIDS ARE HEALTHY KIDS!
Walk to School Friday 16th May
As St Joseph’s Primary School is in a suburb that has busy streets and a number of homeless people we would ask that parents walk with their children to and from school, especially those from Prep to Year 4. Why not park the car further away from school so that your child can enjoy a walk with you from or to the car.
WALK TO SCHOOL COMMUNITY EVENT - Friday16th May -
Walk to School from the Springvale Library. We will leave the library at 8.15am to walk to school. Your are welcome to meet staff from the school at that time. We will walk as a group to promote walking and enjoy a fruit snack in the Parish Hall at 8,30am.
NATIONAL WALK SAFELY TO SCHOOL DAY and MOTHER'S DAY ACTIVITY - Friday 16th May
Park your car a distance from school and walk with your child to celebrate the National Walk to School Day.
At 8.45am go to your child's classroom and enjoy a short activity with your child to celebrate Mother's Day.
Following this you are invited to the staffroom for a simple morning tea.
Emma Vu and Symone Philippe Interviews
Thursday 15th May 2025
Dear Parents,
Thank you for your understanding and support during Ms. Bateman’s unexpected absence last term. Ms. Vu is an excellent classroom teacher and has been well supported by the leadership team and the Year 1/2 teaching staff.
We would like to invite you to parent-teacher interviews on Thursday, 15th May. This is a great opportunity to meet Ms. Vu and also to welcome Ms. Philippe, who will be teaching the class each Friday.
Face-to-face interviews will be held in the Interview Room near the school office. Please arrive a few minutes early and report to the office. While online interviews are available, we highly recommend attending in person if possible.
Please use the link https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code/unn75 or QR code provided to book your interview time.
Many thanks
Alan Brew
Deputy Principal
St Joseph’s Feast Day Wednesday March 19th
Welcome Michelle Verna
We are excited to welcome Michelle Verna as our new Principal who will be starting with us in Term 2. Michelle will be visiting us for St Joseph’s Day, (March 19).
Parents are invited and encouraged to meet Michelle from 8:45am to 9:30am (coffee and snacks provided).
We also invite you as part of our school community to attend the whole school Mass at 12:00 noon to celebrate our special feast day.
Lantern Village - Multicultural Place 2025
Lantern Village - Multicultural Place 2025
Discover the lantern village in Multicultural Place, a temporary installation that features illuminated illustrations. Students from various schools in Springvale were invited to create artwork that celebrated Lunar New Year, and what made is a special time of year for them.
From wishing trees to dragons, dumplings to moon cakes there was plenty of creativity!
Special thanks to the students and staff at:
Spring Valley Primary School – Valley and West campus
St Joseph’s Primary School
Heatherhill Primary School
Springvale Rise – Springvale and Heights campus
Selected artwork will also be displayed in Mitchell Hall, Springvale Community Hub from 13 January – 13 February
Family Twilight Picnic
As a part of celebrations of ‘Student Wellbeing Week 2025’ we are inviting all our families to a Twilight Picnic.
Andrew Chinn will be in our school on Thursday 13th February to facilitate workshops with the students followed by a concert for our families at 4.30 pm showcasing the talents of our students. This will all take place at our school hall. We look forward to seeing you all there to enjoy a wonderful community celebration.
Playgroup Starting Tuesday 16th July 2024
Family Twilight Picnic - 8th and 9th February
SNOWFEST Sunday 28th July
https://www.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/springvale-snow-fest
Returning in 2024 for its 12th year and with even more excitement, this acclaimed event promises a day of thrills and delights for all ages.
Join in on the seasonal festivities as Springvale transforms into a magical winter wonderland for the highly anticipated annual Springvale Snow Fest on Sunday 28 July.
Dive into the snowy fun with snow play areas brimming with real snow, freshly delivered from the slopes of Mt Buller. Explore an exciting new sport in the Make Your Move Sports Zone or partake in a range of family rides ($6-$8), tantalizing food trucks, and captivating market stalls.
New for 2024, Optus will be on-site and making moments that matter with the local community. Have a shot at a huge soccer dart for your chance to win some amazing giveaways, have a play in the snow but never miss a moment of the main stage action courtesy of the Optus Truck Screen and if that's not enough, check out the Optus face painting tent for free festive face painting.
As dusk falls, prepare for a dazzling finale fireworks display brought to you by Optus, illuminates the night sky in spectacular fashion. The Optus fireworks display will commence at 6.50pm and will be synchronised to some winter classics, marking the perfect conclusion to a day filled with winter enchantment.
Live entertainment will fill the air at the main stage at Queens Avenue and on special performance platform in multicultural place.
Happy Mother's Day
Ingredients for Mother's Day Cupcakes.pdfAFL Players have Question and Answer Session with our Year 3/4 Students
Three of our Year 3/4 classes were able to ask lots of questions about, health, sport, training and teamwork at a Q&A session with a number of players from the St Kilda AFL team.
Thinking and formulating questions helps children to develop discussion skills, critical thinking and vocabulary. Formulating questions also improves memory about a topic and is an important aspect of inquiry learning.
The students enjoyed their conversations with the St Kilda football team.
ANZAC DAY BREAKFAST -Dromana- Red Hill RSL
The Year 5 students from Mrs Medina's room made circular place mats and thank you cards for members attending the Anzac Day Breakfast at the Dromana and Red Hill RSL. This was greatly appreciated by the members and added to their enjoyable celebration.nfnfnf
ANZAC DAY CEREMONY SUNDAY 21ST APRIL 2024
David , Sandra , Nancy and Ivy represented St Joseph's Primary School at the Returned and Services League (RSL) Anzac Day Ceremony at the Springvale Town Hall.
The students participated in the parade. David and Sandra read the Lord's Prayer. Nancy and Ivy placed a wreath at the memorial. All students also placed a poppy as a way to remember those who have served our country. Thank you for supporting this important community event.
ACTIVE KIDS ARE HEALTHY KIDS!
As St Joseph’s Primary School is in a suburb that has busy streets and a number of homeless people we would ask that parents walk with their children to and from school, especially those from Prep to Year 4. Why not park the car further away from school so that your child can enjoy a walk with you from or to the car.
National Walk Safely to School Day
Now in its 25th year, National Walk Safely to School Day (WSTSD) is an annual campaign and event which encourages all primary school children, their parents and carers, to walk safely and regularly to school.
It is important for children and young people to be active every day. Physical activity has many social, emotional, physical and mental health benefits. Walking to school is a great way to incorporate physical activity into a daily routine to support healthy development. Regular physical activity, especially walking, can improve self-esteem and confidence, help concentration and improve overall fitness.
Encouraging kids to be active each day establishes good habits that can stay with them throughout their lives.
WALK TO SCHOOL COMMUNITY EVENT - Wednesday 8th May -
Walk to School from the Springvale Library. We will leave the library at 8.15am to walk to school. Your are welcome to meet staff from the school at that time. We will walk as a group to promote walking and enjoy a fruit snack in the Parish Hall at 8,30am.
NATIONAL WALK SAFELY TO SCHOOL DAY and MOTHER'S DAY ACTIVITY - Friday 10th May
Park your car a distance from school and walk with your child to celebrate the National Walk to School Day.
At 8.45am go to your child's classroom and enjoy a short activity with your child to celebrate Mother's Day.
Following this you are invited to the staffroom for a simple morning tea.
Walk to School Friday
Our school community enjoyed walking from the Springvale Library on Friday 15th March. Our participation helps the community focus on the importance of being outdoors, appreciating our surroundings and valuing the company of others. We thank Woolworths for the watermelon, bananas and apples supplied for those who completed the walk on Friday.
Chelsea Beach Day Friday March 8th
Our School Community had a wonderful day at Chelsea Beach. Year 1 to 4 students learnt about the role of the lifeguards and how to keep safe on the beach. The Prep students enjoyed playing in the sand and digging for treasure. The Year 6 students learnt how to be safe in the surf and loved their 'in the water experience'. Thank you to all our parent helpers and members of our school community who attended this event.
GET ACTIVE! GET MOVING 2024!
All families and students at St. Joseph’s School are invited to our Dandenong City Council initiative to Get Active! Get Moving, during the month of March.
We would like everyone in our school community to participate in this great wellbeing initiative.
Friday 15th March Let's Walk to School
Parents park your car at the Springvale Library and walk with us to school. Some of the school staff members will walk as well. Make sure you arrive by 8:20am. Parents must walk with their children.
Let’s all be active together!
During this month of March try some of the following activities:
Take you children to a park or for a walk - Explore Braeside Park
https://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/478
Explore some of the local playgrounds in the area
Burden Park
Noble Park Ross Reserve Playground
Tatterson Big Bug Park - Keysborough
Fly a kite
Provide time and space for your children to use their bike, scooters, or skateboards
Play with your children outdoors: kick a ball, play an outdoor game.
Park your car a little further from school so that you can have a better walk with your children before or after school.
Plan an exciting outdoor activity on the weekend.
LET'S ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS WHILE THE WEATHER IS GOOD IN MARCH!
Family Engagement In Learning
Bodyworks Personal Growth & Development and Health and Sexuality Program’
YEAR 5/6 Parent Evening
When: Wednesday 18th October
Time: 6.00 - 6.45 pm
Where: School Hall
Walk with us to school on Friday 19th May for National Walk to School Day.
Parents park your car at the Springvale Library and walk with us to school. School staff members will walk as well. Make sure you arrive by 8:20am. Parents must walk with their children.
St Joseph's Talent Show, 2023 - Made with Clipchamp.mp4St Joseph's Talent Show, 2023.
St Joseph's Talent Show, 2023.
Well done to all the students who auditioned and performed at our St Joseph's Talent Show. You were all amazing entertainers!
Choir and Final Christmas Concert 2023.mp4Choir and Finale!
St Joseph's Christmas Concert, 2023!
St Joseph's Christmas Concert, 2023!
Preps Christmas Carols 2023.mp4Preps
Year 1_2s Christmas Carols 2023.mp4Year 1/2s
3_4s Christmas Carols 2023 Year 3/4s
5_6 Christmas Carols 2023.mp4Year 5/6s
Little Day Out Poster (A10125746).pdf
THE LITTLE DAY OUT 2023
Thank you Anthony for helping out at this important community event.
FATHER'S DAY 2023
Father's Day Invitation 2023).pdfFather's Day Raffle 2023.pdfSPRINGVALE SNOW FESTIVAL SUNDAY 30th JULY
SnowFest flyer 2023.pdfNATIONAL ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CHILDREN'S DAY
FRIDAY 4th AUGUST
PLAYGROUP TERM 2 2023
School Photos 2023 – St Joseph's Catholic Parish Primary School
Annual school photos have been taken by Arthur Reed Photos.
To view the images of your child and order photos, you will need to first register online.
1. Go to https://order.arphotos.com.au and enter the 2023 image code for your child (from their personalized flyer)
2. Tap on ‘Add another child’ to enter the image codes of any siblings
3. Fill in your email and mobile details and then review all details before confirming your registration
That’s it! When 2023 photos are ready, you will be notified by email and SMS.
Even if you registered last year, it’s important that you do it again each year using your child’s new
image code to link their photos for the current year with your contact details.
To ensure you are ordering school photos for the current year, please wait for notifications that 2023 images are online before placing orders.
In the webshop you can view photos and customize your photo package; Choose ANY layout, ANY image and purchase multiple digital image downloads.
All photo orders will be sent directly to the address you provide when ordering.
REGISTER ONLINE NOW to be notified when 2023 school photos can be viewed and ordered.
National Walk Safely to School Day 2023
National Walk Safely to School Day 2023
On Walk Safely to School Day, primary school aged children are encouraged to walk with their parents or caregiver to school. This encourages healthy habits as well as teaching vital road safety skills.
On Walk Safely to School Day, primary school aged children are encouraged to walk with their parents or caregiver to school. This encourages healthy habits as well as teaching vital road safety skills.
Primary school aged children across Australia will make those important steps towards a healthier future by participating in National Walk Safely to School Day on Friday 19 May 2023. National Walk Safely to School Day is a community initiative that aims to raise awareness of the health, road safety, transport and environmental benefits that regular walking (especially to and from school) can provide for the long term well-being of our children.
Now in its 24th year, the annual event encourages parents and teachers to teach road safety skills and support the importance of regular walking, not just on 19 May, but every day.
GET ACTIVE! GET MOVING!
All families and students at St. Joseph’s School are invited to our Dandenong City Council initiative to Get Active! Get Moving, during the month of March. Our Student Voice and Student Wellbeing Leaders have brainstormed ideas and would like everyone in our school community to participate in this great wellbeing initiative.
Friday March 17th, 24th, 31st
Parents park your car at the Springvale Library and walk with us to school. Some of school staff members will walk as well. Make sure you arrive by 8:20am. Parents must walk with their children.
Let’s all be active together!
CITY OF DANDENONG LIBRARIES
We have lots of library offerings for you to share with your school community!
Even though we’re in lockdown, Greater Dandenong Libraries are still offering a wide range of services including some fun activities for the school holidays.
Click and Collect
Dandenong and Springvale Libraries are open Monday to Friday from 9am-6pm for Click and Collect of available holds only.
Year 3-6 Family Twlight Picnic
and Activity Night
Bring your own picnic rug and food and join the staff for dinner at 5.30pm.
The School will provide sausages and bread.
At 6.00pm work with your child to build something special.
Enter through the gates by the school hall on Buckingham Avenue.
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14
This year, we are fortunate enough to get several classes in our school to participate in a modified National Child Protection Week art activity. This activity gave students the opportunity to discuss with others about the people, building and spaces that they believed was important in our neighbourhood. They then illustrated what their ideal neighbourhood would look like.
We hope that this conversation has allowed students to understand that they have a voice and are able to express their thoughts and feelings. That this will be the first of many important conversations that they can be involved in.
Here is a digital gallery with some of their illustrations and posters.
St Joseph's art gallery.movNews Article .pdfFree Home Delivery Service
Free Home Delivery Service
Know a friend or family member who would appreciate a free home delivery of books to read as school holidays approach? Contactless free home delivery of library items is available to Greater Dandenong Library members who live in the City of Greater Dandenong.
Know a friend or family member who would appreciate a free home delivery of books to read as school holidays approach? Contactless free home delivery of library items is available to Greater Dandenong Library members who live in the City of Greater Dandenong.
For more information phone 1300 630 920 during opening hours.
Online Programs
Online Programs
For information about online programs including school holiday activities,
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