Term 3 Week 4 - Thursday 14 August 2025
Principal Message
Gospel: Luke 12: 49-53
I am come to cast fire on the earth; and what will I, but that it be kindled?
And I have a baptism wherewith I am to be baptized: and how am I straitened until it be accomplished?
Think ye, that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, no; but separation.
For there shall be from henceforth five in one house divided: three against two, and two against three.
The father shall be divided against the son, and the son against his father, the mother against the daughter, and the daughter against the mother, the mother in law against her daughter in law, and the daughter in law against her mother in law.
Book Week Parade
We are looking forward to seeing everyone in our Book Week parade on Wednesday - 20 August. The parade will take place after our morning assembly in the Hall. There will only be standing room for our parents and guests, due to space limitations. See the Library section in this newsletter for more information.
Students departing St Jude’s at the end of 2025
We currently have waiting lists in several year levels. If your child is leaving St Jude’s at the end of 2025, can I ask that you please let the office know asap by clicking here and completing the online form. This will assist in giving another family an opportunity to join our wonderful community.
Welcome to our new Counsellor - Jo
I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new school counsellor, Jo Samprathi. Jo is at St Jude's on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Please see the flyer and link to the referral form in the school news section.
Goodluck Annie - Rostrum Semi Final
Goodluck to Annie W, 5 Gold, who is presenting her speech at the Rostrum Semi Final next week. Monday 18 August, 6.30pm at Canberra Grammar School, Red Hill. Congratulations Annie on representing St Jude's.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Cameron
Father's Day Celebrations
Father's Day Celebrations - Friday 5 September. Follow this link to RSVP for catering purposes.
Important Dates
| Week 4 | Friday 15 August | School Fees Due |
| Friday 15 August | Walk and Ride to School Day | |
| Friday 15 August | Confirmation Retreat Day | |
| Friday 15 August | Year 2 Assembly 2:15pm | |
| Friday 15 August | Uniform Shop Open 2:45-3:15pm | |
| Week 5 | Wednesday 20 August | Book Week Parade after morning Assembly in the Hall |
| Week 6 | Wednesday 27 August | Confirmation 6pm |
| Friday 29 August | Book Fair | |
| Friday 29 August | Year 6 Assembly 2:15pm | |
| Friday 29 August | Uniform Shop Open 2:45-3:15pm | |
| Week 7 | Monday 1 - Thursday 4 Sep | Book Fair |
| Thursday 4 September | Father's Day Stall | |
| Friday 5 September | Father's Day Breakfast | |
| Week 8 | Friday 12 September | Year 1 Assembly 2:15pm |
| Friday 12 September | Uniform Shop Open 2:45-3:15pm | |
| Week 10 | Thursday 25 September | Students Last day of Term 3 |
| Friday 26 September | Pupil Free Day |
Birthdays
Happy Birthday to
Everly H, Isla S, Jayce N, Ava L, Lexie B, Isabelle O, Finn N, Gabriel T, Malcolm J, Mira A, Pia S, Sophie C, Cleo E.
School News
Ride and Walk to School Day Tomorrow
This week is Winter Walk to School Week. As such, this Friday 15 August we will run our Term 3 Walk and Ride whole school event.
It will run from 8:10am at the local meeting points as shown on the map (see attached). Groups will head to school from 8:20am and arrive at school for fresh fruit and some great tunes.
Seb's Mullet for Cancer
Seb C in year 6 will be cutting his mullet to raise money for the Cancer Council. He has been growing it for the past 4 years! Please click here to support his campaign.
Students Leaving St Jude's
We are in the planning stages for 2026. If your child will be leaving St Jude's at the end of 2025 (and is not in year 6) can you please click here and complete the online form.
Save the Date - Grandparents Day
Carparking at St Jude's
A reminder that the carpark at the front of the school is for ELC Families during the following times:
- 8.45am - 9.15am
- 2.45pm - 3.15pm
Please pass this message onto any family or friends visiting St Jude's
Here is the link to the referral form https://mccg.my.site.com/housing/s/school-referral-form
RE News
Sacrament of Confirmation
Confirmation Retreat Day (in school) - Friday 15 August 9am
Confirmation Night Wednesday 27 August 6pm
Assumption Mass 12pm Friday 15 August. All are welcome.
ELC News
ELC News
The ELC children had an amazing Science Week full of exploration and discovery and lots of experiments. We learnt that chemical reactions can occur when we mix some substances together. The Stingrays made bubbling lemon volcanoes and the Turtles blew up balloons with bicarb and vinegar and made bouncy eggs with vinegar. The Lobsters also learnt that some substances don’t mix when they created oil and water artwork. We used coloured water and celery to discover how plants get water and we launched people-powered rockets with our buddies. It’s been a week full of curiosity, questions, and lots of ‘wow’ moments!
Assumption of Mary
The Lobsters have been busy preparing for the Assumption Mass which is being held on Friday. They were deeply engaged as they carefully painted Mary.
Book Week Parade – 20/22 August
Our annual Book Week parade is in Week 5 - Turtles and Stingrays on Wednesday 20 August and Lobsters on Friday 22 August. Children are invited to come dressed as their favourite book character.
Hats
As we’ve now reached August, hats are back on for outdoor play in line with our sun safety policy. Please remember to pack a labelled hat each day.
For your diary
Fathers Day Breakfast – Friday 5 September
Grandparents Day – Friday 31 October
Library News
Book Week Parade - Wednesday 20 August
Our Book Character Parade will be held on Wednesday 20 August. Students are invited to come to school dressed as their favourite book character. Please ensure students have appropriate shoes for school. There is no need to purchase a costume, feel free to use items from your home to create a costume.
Straight after assembly we will all move to the hall. Please note that due to space limitations there will be standing room only for parents and caregivers to watch the parade.
We expect the Parade to run for approximately one hour. Looking forward to a fun celebration of books!
Book Fair is coming to St Jude's
Sports News
South Weston Athletics Carnival
Information was sent via Compass this week to students who qualified for the South Weston Athletics Carnival next Thursday 21 August at Woden park, Phillip. A list of the events your child/ren are competing in was also sent home this week. Please let Kerrin Henderson or Brendan Mitchell know if you did not receive this.
Permission and payment for the carnival is due Monday 18 August.
We wish our athletes well for the day and congratulations on your representation of our school.
Mulleyduds Uniform Shop
Uniform shop will be next open, Friday 15 August from 2:45-3:15pm and Friday 29 August 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
Fathers Day Sushi Meal Deal - Friday 5 September
Meal deal consists of one sushi roll and a juice box for $6.50.
Sushi choices are crispy chicken, avocado and cooked tuna (selection of one). Additional rolls are available. Canteen menu will not be available on this day.
Orders close Tuesday 2 September at 12pm No late orders will be accepted.
Canteen Volunteers Week 5
Wednesday 20 August - Renee, & two more volunteer
Thursday 21 August - Julie, Annette & one more volunteer
Friday 22 August - Sarah, Gemma, Matthew & one more volunteer
We are needing volunteers for the canteen to be able to operate.
Please contact office.stjudes@cg.catholic.edu.au if you are able to volunteer.
Camp Australia
Community Council
Father’s Day Stall
We’re also seeking volunteers to help run our Father’s Day Stall on Thursday 4 September from 9:00am to 11:00am. It’s a fun and rewarding way to be involved and help students choose a special gift.
If you’re available to lend a hand, please send us an email.
Thank you again for being such a supportive school community!
Many thanks,
Gemma Cabot