Term 2 Week 1 - Thursday 1 May 2025

Principal's Message

This week’s Gospel : Jn 14: 6 – 14

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but by me. If you had known me, you would have known my Father also; henceforth you know him and have seen him.”

Philip said to him, “Lord, show us the Father, and we shall be satisfied.” Jesus said to him, “Have I been with you so long, and yet you do not know me, Philip? He who has seen me has seen the Father; how can you say, ‘Show us the Father’? Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father in me? The words that I say to you I do not speak on my own authority; but the Father who dwells in me does his works. Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father in me; or else believe me for the sake of the works themselves.

“Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works than these will he do, because I go to the Father. Whatever you ask in my name, I will do it, that the Father may be glorified in the Son; if you ask anything in my name, I will do it.

A seamless return

All of our students have returned to St Jude’s and learning has continued, almost seamlessly. Thank you for all that you do behind the scenes to assist your child with returning, we understand that some of our students worry about friendships, being accepted, liked and even routine and familiarity of each day. It is credit to you, and the work that you do to reassure and give appropriate strategies when dealing with challenges. Our students know that it is important to be kind and we are grateful for the reinforcing of this that occurs at home.

Open Day

This morning we held tours and our awesome Year 6 leaders were run off their feet with many visitors, having heard wonderful things about St Jude’s, wanting to see it for themselves. As is always the case, our leaders did a fantastic job. We have more tours this afternoon from 4 – 6 pm, with over 35 of our Year 6 leaders giving their time to stay back and facilitate tours. At the writing of this newsletter, we already have 35 Kindergarten enrolment forms submitted, once we get to 50, we guarantee 2 classes, with around 70 being the magic number for 3 classes. If you are aware of anyone who may be looking for a change of school or a start in Kindergarten, please send them our way.

Election BBQ and Cake stall

We are still a few hands short, if you are able to assist, please click on this link as it assists with topping up our fundraising account, which is targeted at the oval redevelopment.

Oval

The new irrigation system has been installed over the holiday period. The next phase is the covering of the goal squares with a softer surface, then in mid term 4 the oval will be closed for new turf to be laid. The oval will remain closed until mid Term 1, 2026.

Mother’s Day Gifts and Breakfast

Please refer the messages below in relation to these events. Gifts will be sold next Wednesday and the breakfast will be on Thursday morning.

Thank you for your continued support.

Kind regards

Cameron

Important Dates

Birthdays

School News

Single Event Confirmation - The Resilience Project

RE News

Welcome back!

We hope you had a blessed Easter break. This term is a busy term with our 50^th anniversary coming up quickly. We will also continue our whole school focus on the Jubilee Year of Hope, keep an eye out for our lanterns of hope that will be hanging up around the school!

People of Hope

We are born to be people of hope but if we don't recognise hope in ourselves, it can never be given to others. Hope is more than just being positive.

• Hope is about trusting God's promises and believing in a better future, even when things are tough. 
• It's like having a warm hug from God, reminding us of His love and knowing He'll always be with us. 
• Hope is based on the belief that Jesus will return and we will live with Him forever in Heaven
• Hope is Trusting
• Hops is waiting. It is patience.
• Hope is confidence that something good will happen because God has promised it

What does hope look like in your life? How is hope present in your thoughts?

Sacraments

ELC News

ELC NEWS

Happy Birthday to Aiden B

St Jude’s Open Day – Thursday 1 May

We had a wonderful Open Day this morning with many families enjoying a tour of our ELC. There will be another session this afternoon at 4pm - 6pm. We will also hold tours on Tuesdays in May from 9:30 – 11am.  Please contact the ELC if you would like to book a Tuesday tour. If you know any families with children approaching preschool age, invite them along to have a look at our amazing ELC. Online enrolments are open via the ELC page of the school website.

St John Vianney’s Open Days

St John Vianney’s will have an Open Day every Wednesday in May from 10:30am to 5pm and Saturdays 9:30am – 12:30pm.

Gymnastics -Term 2

The ELC children had a wonderful first week of gymnastics at Woden Valley Gymnastics next door. A fee of $90 will be added to your next account for the 10 week program.The Turtles and Stingrays will attend gym on Tuesdays this term and the Lobsters will attend on Thursdays. Children will need to remove their shoes and put them back on after the session so please provide shoes they can manage independently.

Mother’s Day Breakfast and Open Classrooms

We invite all Mothers, Stepmothers, Grandmothers, Aunties and special friends to attend our Mother's Day Breakfast on Thursday 8 May 2025, beginning at 8.15am. You are then welcome to visit your child/children’s classroom/s, from 8.50am – 10.00am. We have allocated 70 mins for classroom visits to allow guests to visit multiple classrooms. There is no requirement to stay for the whole time. For catering purposes, RSVP is required by COB Monday 5 May. Click the link to RSVP for the breakfast.

Mother’s Day Stall (Tuesday 6 - Wednesday 7 May)

Children are invited to bring $2-$10 (in a labelled envelope) to school next week to purchase a small Mother’s Day gift. The Stingrays and Turtles will shop on Tuesday 6 May and the Lobsters on Wednesday (Shhhh, don’t tell mum!).

SJV Athletics Carnival

The ELC will be joining St John Vianney’s for their athletics carnival on Friday 16 May at Chapman Oval.  Thank you to SJV for providing a bus so that our ELC children can join in the fun. Please check your note pockets for permission notes. Please ensure the children are wearing appropriate running shoes with their ELC uniforms on that day. The ELC will provide a fruit snack for each child during the carnival.

Message from Carla Drayton

Thank you for making me feel so welcome and I am truly blessed to be working with such an amazing group of people. I look forward to meeting more of you over the Term. I have an open-door policy so please let me know if I can help in any way.

Library News

Borrowing

When we miss a Monday borrowing day due to a public holiday, we will catch up on borrowing during class times.

FYI - Library lesson days:

Scholastic Book Club

Book Club will close on 14 May. Many thanks for your support of the library.

Happy reading

From Mrs Hind

Sports News

ACT Swimming Championships

We wish Clara S, Connor H, Amy R, Michael F, Sadie S, Vivian S and Ashley T all the very best when they compete at the ACT Swimming Championships next Tuesday at the Australian Institute of Sport. We are very proud of their amazing achievement.

Mulleyduds Uniform Shop

Uniform shop will be next open, Friday 9 May from 2:45-3:15pm.

For second hand requests please email to: uniform.stjudes@gmail.com. Please include your child’s name and classroom for us to deliver to. **Please do not make payment for secondhand items, until we reply to your request confirming stock is available.

Mulleygrub Cafe News

Canteen Volunteers week 2

Wednesday 7 May - Eve, Renee & one more volunteers 

Community Council

Mother’s Day Stall - 7 May

This year, we’re holding our much-loved Mother’s Day Stall on Wednesday, 7 May, 9-11am, where students can pick out a special gift for their mums. Items will be available for sale ranging from $2 to $10, so there’s something for every budget! To ensure the event runs smoothly, we’re looking for volunteers, preferably dads, to assist with setting up, running the stall, and helping the children select their gifts. Your time and effort will make this event memorable for all involved!

Sign up to volunteer for the Mother’s Day Stall here: https://volunteersignup.org/X4EAQ

Fete News

Camp Australia