Term 2 Week 6 - Thursday 5 June 2025

Principals Message

John 20: 19-23

Now when it was late that same day, the first of the week, and the doors were shut, where the disciples were gathered, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in the midst, and said to them: Peace be to you. And when he had said this, he shewed them his hands and his side. The disciples therefore were glad, when they saw the Lord. He said therefore to them again: Peace be to you. As the Father hath sent me, I also send you. When he had said this, he breathed on them; and he said to them: Receive ye the Holy Ghost. Whose sins you shall forgive, they are forgiven; and whose sins you shall retain, they are retained.

Pentecost Sunday

This Sunday is Pentecost Sunday. Pentecost Sunday is a special day for Christians that celebrates the time when the Holy Spirit came to Jesus’ friends, the disciples. A long time ago, after Jesus went back to heaven, His friends were praying together when suddenly a loud sound like wind filled the room, and small flames appeared above their heads! They weren’t hurt—this was a sign that the Holy Spirit had come to help them. After that, they felt brave and started telling people about Jesus in many different languages. Pentecost is often called the “birthday of the Church” because it was the beginning of people all over the world learning about Jesus and following Him.

Parent Teacher Interviews

Our Parent teacher interviews are scheduled for week 8, starting Monday, June 16. You will receive information via Compass soon which will enable you to access the available time slots and book an appointment. The meetings are important opportunities for you to discuss your child’s progress.

School Start and Finish Times

A friendly reminder that student supervision starts at 8:30am and concludes at 3:30pm. Outside of these times, we can't guarantee supervision of students by staff as they are often involved in planning, correcting of work, assessing or other meetings. Even within our front office area, we can't guarantee supervision beyond 3:30pm. We understand that there might be a one off which is out of your control, however, we appreciate you ensuring that you are dropping off and collecting your child within the appropriate times. Camp Australia offers both before and after school programs, so please utilise this service if you need it outside the designated times.

School Shoes

There appears to be a growing trend where students are regularly wearing shoes other than the designated black shoes. Occasionally, a child’s black shoe might be too wet to wear and this is ok, however, students are currently being reminded about appropriate uniform.

District Cross Country

Thank you to Mr Mitchell and the large band of parent supporters who braved the cold weather on Tuesday at the South Weston Cross country carnival. We had a large group of students participate, with each of them trying their very best. Individually we had some outstanding results, with one of our girls placing first in her event. Students who achieved a top 10 placing qualify for the next level, which is the ACT carnival. Please see Sports News for more information. Thank you to all of our parents who also helped these students with personal training sessions either after school or over the weekends leading up to the carnival.

Students and staff have been busily preparing for the end of term Dance Concert and we look forward to Year 1 assembly this week and Kindergarten assembly in a couple of weeks’ time. As always, thank you for your ongoing support.

Cameron

Important Dates

Birthdays

School News

Students Leaving 

If your child will be leaving St Judes at the end of 2025 and is not in year 6 can you please click here and complete the online form.  

Dance Concert

Performances are on Tuesday 1 July 12pm and 6pm and Wednesday 2 July 12pm and 6pm. 

Tickets for the performances are now on sale. Please see Compass for more information on ticketing. 

RE News

Sacraments

A reminder that the Gathering Masses for First Eucharist and Confirmation are next weekend (14/15 June). These are an opportunity to be presented to the parish, the learn more about the Sacrament your child is choosing to make, and to be provided with books for preparation.

Reflection Hour for First Eucharist is scheduled for 24 June 5.30pm at SJV. Robes and stoles will be handed out and preparation books are to be retuned for Fr Loi to look at. 

To support those making their Sacrament, students will particiapte in a First Eucharist Retreat led by our Youth Minister Katie and the Yr 6 Youth Ministry Team, on Friday 13 June. This is during school hours. We continue to keep them all in our prayers.

ELC News

ELC NEWS

Happy Birthday Sophie C and Isla O

A big thank you to the ACT Fire Brigade for visiting the ELC on Tuesday to talk to the Stingrays and Turtles about fire safety. They showed us some of their special equipment and of course gave us a close-up look at their fire truck. They will be back again this Friday to visit the Lobsters class.

Dance Concert Tickets

The ELC to Year 6 have been busily preparing for this year's Dance Concert - The Colour Thief. ELC children will be preforming in the matinee performances only:

• Tuesday 1 July – Stingrays and Turtles
• Wednesday 2 July – Lobsters and Turtles

Tickets are available through CompassTix.  See the St Jude’s newsletter for more information. Tickets are limited and usually sell quickly. We can’t wait to see the children shine on stage and look forward to sharing this special event with you!

The Resilience Project Webinar – Thursday 25 June

Parents are invited to attend an ‘Discovering Resilience’ live webinar with Martin Heppell on 25 June from 6.30pm-7.30pm. Martin, who is also a parent of young children, will share engaging stories and practical strategies to support the mental wellbeing of the entire family. If you are unable to attend, a recorded version will be available. Further information about The Resilience Project can be found at https://theresilienceproject.com.au/about/.  REGISTER HERE for the webinar.

Sports News

On Tuesday we had 40 students from Year 2-6 represent our school at the South Weston Regional Cross Country Carnival. They competed against other students from around 28 other schools. They were a real credit to our school and attitudes on the day were exemplary. We had students achieve fantastic results and the following 9 students have been selected to represent at the ACT Cross Country Championships next Friday 13 June. 

Rubi-Jean B
Sophie C
Max D
Hamish H
Thea H
Zara L-F
Annabel S
Vivian S
Scarlett T

This is an excellent achievement for these students and I congratulate them on their selection to ACT level competition.

We wish them all the best of luck next week. 

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 20 June. Orders on Loop app please. 

Many thanks for your support of the library.

Happy reading!

From Mrs Hind

Mulleyduds Uniform Shop

Uniform shop will be next open, tomorrow Friday 6 June 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 7

Wednesday 11 June - Renee, Eve & one more volunteers 

Holiday Happenings