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THE VIANNEY VIEW
ST JOHN VIANNEY’S SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
Telephone: 3396 6380 Website: www.sjv.qld.edu.au
Facsimile: 3396 0255 Email: [email protected]
15 Oceana Terrace, Manly Qld 4179 Twitter: Follow us on twitter@sjvmanly
DATE CLAIMERS
Friday 22 March—Fish & Chips Friday
Friday 22 March—Year 3 incursion
Peter Mulcahy
Friday 22 March—Whole School
Assembly 4S—Nano Nagle Centre at
2.10pm
Monday 25 March—Dance Cart
Concert 1.30pm
Tuesday 26 March—Catholic
Interschool Cross Country Carnival
Thursday 28 March—SJV Readers
Cup in Nano Nagle Centre—Years
4,5,6
Monday 1 April, Tuesday 2 April,
Wednesday 3 April—Years 5 & 6
Camp
Tuesday 2 April—Prep parents
reading info session 3.15pm Nano
Nagle Centre
Thursday 4 April—Guitar/ukulele
concert 1.45pm to 2pm
Friday 5 April—Last day of Term 1
Friday 5 April—Stations of the Cross
11.30am—Parents welcome
Friday 5 April—Whole School
Assembly 2.10pm in Nano Nagle
Centre
Tuesday 23 April—First day of Term 2
Last week, the wilderness was a character in the Gospel reading. This week, we find a mountain and a cloud
featuring in the narrative.
For Jesus, the mountain is already a place of encounter with God, a place of prayer. Like Jesus and his companions, we too need the occasional glimpse of glory. We also need the good sense to follow through on the path that brings life, despite the pain. We can feel overwhelmed by the enormity of the challenges facing us and by the opposition we sometimes experience. If we are to hear the prophet-like-Moses in our times, we have to come to terms with the personal costs involved. Some of us actually need to go alone or together to a mountain top or place of extraordinary
beauty to discover again the strength that comes from encountering the divine.
Sr Veronica Lawson rsm
Dear Parents and Friends
I am constantly reminded that at the core of everything we do is relationships and people. We are truly blessed to belong to the SJV community. Those of us who have been involved in other schools know that SJV is special and unique and the community spirit is not always seen in other schools and communities. This doesn’t happen overnight and is a credit to all of the people who have been part of the history and tradition of our school and to
each and every one of you who continue to make SJV the place it is.
Next week, we will be appointing an Acting Assistant Principal at SJV for the remainder of the year. This is an exciting time as one person has an opportunity to take on a new role and lead particularly in the area of extension and enrichment. This role is a result of increased numbers and the teacher will be released from class two days a week. Mr Trevor Doyle (Senior Leader BCE), Fr Frank Jones (Parish Priest) and Ruth Wall (School Board/Parent) will be on the panel with me
next week.
In Week 3 next term, we will be holding our parent teacher interviews. This is our formal period for interviews but I encourage you to make a time to meet with your child’s teacher before this if
you have any questions or concerns.
We are currently accepting enrolments for Prep 2020 and limited places in other year levels. If you have a child starting school next year please make sure you complete the online enrolment before the end of this term. Please feel free to let friends and family know so they
don’t miss out.
In God We Trust.
Katherine McKay, PRINCIPAL
Edition #8
21 March 2019
Week 8/10
SCHOOL WIDE EXPECTATIONS
Our SJV School-wide Expectations:
Be Respectful Be Responsible Be Safe Be a Learner
Value: Service
To “Be of Service” as described in the First Letter of Peter 4:10, asks each one of us to serve others through our thoughts, words and actions. This can be as simple as sharing a smile with someone through to giving up time to help someone in need. Both, St John Vianney and Nano Nagle, were devoted people of service.
SJV LEARNING POWERS
Policy of the Month
Child and Youth Risk Management Policy
This policy is available on our school website under student protection and our parent portal.
http://www.sjv.qld.edu.au/About%20Our%20School/SiteAssets/Pages/Policies/Child%20and%20Youth%20Risk%
20Management%20Strategy.pdf
Learning Power for this fortnight:
Persistent Pippa
I keep going until I achieve my goal
I challenge myself
I never give up
I am determined to succeed
RELIGION
Project Compassion
Thank you to the families who have already started to send in donations to support Caritas Australia through Project Compassion. This year the theme is ‘Give Lent 100% - Lives Change When We All give 100%’. Our Year 6 Catholic Identity Leaders will continue to collect the boxes from the classrooms for the next two weeks with the last collection scheduled for Thursday 4 April. Last year we raised $1,029 so this year we are aiming
to raise $1,250 or beyond! Over the last two weeks we have raised $527.
Have a wonderful week and may peace be with you.
Paula McConnon
(Acting) Assistant Principal Religious Education
LIBRARY
On Wednesday, a team of four Year 6 students competed in the International Kids Literature Competition held at Moreton Bay College. Students were quizzed on 10 diverse genres over 3 hours that both challenged and excited all competitors. There were twenty-six other teams, including a team of authors, who put themselves up for the challenge. We are so proud of our SJV team as they spent weeks preparing for the unknown books by reading and collaborating on what they had read. Dahl experts after winning the Roald Dahl quiz round on the day. Congratulations to Celeste, Elliette, Mischa and Chloe, an
amazing effort!!
One week to go! Next Thursday is the SJV Readers Cup competition and the twenty-one teams have been busy reading their set books, preparing for the big day. As with all challenges, this one has not been without its obstacles: lost books, a dog chewed book and missing team members. However, above all I have seen children happily talking
about books, reading and working together. Thursday is sure to be lots of fun!
As part of the World Science Festival at South Bank, this week on Saturday there are thirty free street science activities to enjoy. DNA collection from Wild Crocodiles, Blast Off to the Virtual Universe and the Hatchery: Turtle Conservation Experience were a few that caught my eye! Check out the website
if you are interested: https://www.worldsciencefestival.com.au
Book Club books are expected next week, thank you for your support this term.
Happy Reading!
Lisa Harris
Teacher Librarian
Curriculum Corner
‘Reading With Your Child’
As parents and carers you make a difference to your children’s reading journey. Here at St John Vianney’s we value the importance of home reading and would like to invite our 2019 Prep Parents to a ‘Reading With Your Child’ information session. We will discuss ways to foster a love of reading as well as some useful strategies you can use to help your child learn to read. At the end of the session you are invited to stay
and share a rich text with your child.
Date: Tuesday 2 April
Time: 3:15pm
Venue: Nano Nagle Centre
GUIDANCE NEWS
Online safety basics - Advice for parents and carers Help your children safely navigate their digital world and educate them to avoid harmful online experiences. Explore websites, games, apps and social media together and set some rules. Your support and guidance can give your children the confidence to make sound decisions online — and ask for help when they need it. Kids (5 to 12) As children start to navigate the online world and interact with others more independently, they are more likely to be exposed to risks of bullying or unwanted contact, accidentally coming across inappropriate content or racking up bills through in-app purchases. Your guidance can help them be aware of the risks and understand what is expected of them. And let them know you are always there to support
them.
For kids aged 5 to 12, it is important to:
Keep the computer or device in an area of your home that can be supervised. And check in regularly with your child to see what they are
viewing.
Stay engaged with their online activity. If they agree, consider setting up your own accounts with the sites they use most so you can see how
they work and understand the risks.
Explore the online world with them to help establish that this is not just a solitary activity. Play games with them. Do a creative project
together. Think about social media readiness. Most social media sites require users to be at least 13 years of age before they can register, although some sites are created especially for children under 13. See are they old enough? Encourage respect and empathy. Teach them to avoid sharing or posting things that may upset others. See good habits start young. Start building resilience. Teach your child that there are ways they can deal with material that worries or frightens them. This includes immediately
telling you or another trusted adult of any concerns or uncomfortable material. See good habits start young.
Review your rules as your child grows older:
Be clear about how much time they can spend online, the apps they can use, the websites they can visit and what they can share or post
online.
Refer to our advice about time online and online gaming if these are of concern.
Technology tips for parents of kids 5 to 12:
Ensure your own devices are protected by a password or pin, so your child cannot accidentally come across inappropriate content.
If you are thinking about giving them their own tablet or smartphone, check out are they old enough?.
Use parental control tools appropriate for the age and experience of your child. Be upfront about this and get your child on board. Let them
know that these can be reviewed and changed as they get older and they continue to demonstrate responsible behaviour. Consider installing a ‘child-friendly’ search engine that will allow them to explore a limited number of sites. See taming the technology.
Check out Raising Children Network’s healthy screen time and quality media choices: 6-11 years. From https://esafety.gov.au/parents Cintia May, Guidance Counsellor
HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Message for the Week: Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one
more time. Thomas A. Edison
Bayside Cross Country Trials
Several students participated in the Bayside Cross Country Trials today. Results will be posted in next
week’s newsletter.
St Anthony’s Invitational Cross Country Carnival
Preparations have now been finalised for next Tuesday’s Invitational Cross Country at St Anthony’s. Competitors will be issued with SJV singlets this week. We wish all our competitors a great day of fun and
success.
SJV Showcase
This year we will continue to showcase our students’ sporting achievements in outside school sporting activities. Information and photos for all
sporting events can be sent to (including local sporting events) [email protected]
Please be mindful that when sending in photos they must contain only SJV students due to privacy and confidentiality legislation.
Thank you for your continued support of ‘all things sport’ at SJV.
Marian Carlton
Health & Physical Education Teacher/Sports Coordinator
TUCKSHOP ROSTER
Wednesday 27 March Julie Jeffries
Friday 29 March Sheridan Leo, Tina Fairbairn, Sinead Kelly, Kate Brown, Angelique Araujo
Wednesday 3 April Marina Snyman
TERM DATES 2019
Term 1 Wednesday 30 January to Friday 5 April
Term 2 Tuesday 23 April to Friday 28 June
Term 3 Monday 15 July to Friday 20 September
Term 4 Tuesday 8 October to Friday 6 December
Dear Parents
My name is Jan McDiarmid and I am a School Officer here at SJV. Next term the Year Six Sustainability Team, along with myself and a group of
staff, will be offering lunch time gardening and activities two days a week. Days yet to be confirmed.
We are looking for donations of adult’s and children’s old gum boots; clay pots and saucers in good condition that the students can paint and
decorate; old cd’s and buttons; sequins; glitter; glue, etc.
If you can help with donations, please let the ladies in the office know or email [email protected]
Thank you. Jan.
DONATIONS REQUIRED FOR GARDENING ACTIVITIES
Supervision commences at 8:15am each day.
Please notify the school by 9:00am to inform us if your child is absent from school.
Playground equipment is not to be used by any student (or younger child) before or after school
School assemblies are held on Fridays on even weeks of term at 2:10pm in the Nano Nagle Centre.
Please clearly label all of your child’s property with their name.
All visitors, including parents, who visit the school after the school day commences need to sign in at the school
office.
School Banking takes place each Tuesday.
The Uniform Shop is open Tuesday mornings from 8.00am till approx. 10am
Please use the designated crossings located in Kooralgin Street and Oceana Terrace.
Please consider using the Valetta St or Wellington St afternoon walking buses to relieve traffic congestion at
3:00pm.
**URGENT REMINDER** SIBLING ENROLMENTS FOR PREP 2020
We are currently accepting enrolment applications for students to commence Prep next year. Children born between 1 July 2014 and 30 June
2015 are eligible for enrolment. Parents with children already at the school are urged not to delay, as enrolment numbers are already healthy.
***Applications must be submitted by the end of Term 1, Friday 5 April 2019***
All enrolment applications are now submitted online via the SJV website http://www.sjv.qld.edu.au/enrolments/Pages/Enrolment-Procedures.aspx
Any queries should be directed to our Enrolments Administrator Gayle Nelson [email protected] or phone the school office 3396 6380.
Ukulele & Guitar Lessons @ SJV
Play Music Now run contemporary ukulele (prep to yr2) & guitar (yr2-6) lessons at SJV on Thursdays (during school hours) - small groups, qualified teachers, affordable rates & best of all - lots of fun! Positions available for a term 2 start - contact 0434030084 or email - [email protected]
REMINDERS
COMMUNITY
Experienced Cook – Retreat Centre, Redlands An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably experienced cook to join our team in a commercial kitchen located in a retreat centre based in the Redlands. This casual position is a minimum of 15hrs per week Monday to Sunday. Your flexibility is essential as bookings fluctuate. If you are interested in applying for this position please phone 0455 666 544 for more details.
