What a wonderful week at SJV!  FestiVal Seni was held last night and the community came together to celebrate our cultural diversities across the world in dance, music and art. We had a marvellous attendance of families and it was wonderful to watch students sharing their learning with others. Both the Barong Hunt and the photo booth were well received and families are welcome to ask for copies of photos if they wish from the office. Winners of the Barong Hunt will be announced next week.

Obviously for a night of this calibre to take place there are many people deserving of our thanks: to the students for their wonderful art creations, songs and dances and their enthusiasm to learn about the world, to the Balinese dancers, Sasha, Sadie, Evie and Victoria who eagerly rehearsed  over the last couple of months and put a lot of time and energy in to create such a respectful traditional dance.

I also thank the visual arts and cultural team for the plethora of teaching and learning experiences they have provided over the year to make such a successful exhibition and celebration last night.

Gabbi : Art Director and Festival Coordinator, sculpture, painting, collages

Heather : Cultural Director: Indonesian cultural experiences, dance, puppetry, story

Ann : Music Director: choir, musical harmony, percussion, angklung instrumental piece.

Jessica : Pianist for Choir

I would also like to thank Nicole and Megan and all the staff for all the extra tasks they undertook to support, advertise and create the festival.

The class items were a hit at auction and I would like to thank Mark  and his assistants, Kevin , Peter for making the auction of the items so much fun. It is lovely knowing that the art pieces will stand proudly in family homes.

We had many mums and dads coming to school over the last weeks to complete the masterpieces and to set up for the art show. We are truly appreciative of the time and effort you always give to the school.

Chess Club is on S.J.V.

We have interested students learning many new skills and making new friends each week.

All students are welcome.

On Anzac Day we attended the Commemorative Service conducted by the Mentone RSL where our year  leaders laid a wreath, on our school’s behalf, as part of the official service. The service which included speeches and musical items complemented the significance of this day. As the girls walked behind our school banner they were joined by a number of other students and families from our school.

Year 3 and 4 students went to the Melbourne Zoo On Friday. It rained most of the day but lots of fun was had.

The children focused on the story of some endangered animals and thought about what actions might be taken to help them.

Here are some pictures of our excursion.

A big thank you to all the parents both mums and dads who helped on the day. We loved your company and skills at reading maps!

What is your favourite animal?

The sports that we play for the Summer season are Rounders, Cricket, Newcombe Ball and Tennis.

Tennis is a new sport and we are playing at a local court.

Here is some comments from the captains.

“Last Friday in inter-school sports girls cricket we played St.  Brigid’s. The game was played very well on both sides. It was a fun game and everyone got along. Everyone played well, especially Malia who did an excellent job batting and Mikayla who improved lots in bowling and fielding even getting a wicket. Millie was captain. In the end we won with the scores of 220 to 78. It was a great game.’

‘In week six, Friday the year 5/6 students went to the local tennis club to play St Brigid’s. Tom was the captain for the day. Everyone met new students and made friendships along the way. There was great sportsmanship on and off the court. There was amazing shots, serves and oranges and apples! A person who stood out me was Jack who was helping out with score sheets, setting up tennis nets and having spectacular sportsmanship skills. The end score was 55 St Brigid’s to SJV 70. A special thanks to Mrs. B for filling in for Mrs. H. Over all it was a spectacular day. By Tom’

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All the students in the school are welcoming Mr R to our school by making some new art pieces for the foyer and office area.

Here is some of the wonderful art.

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SJV Information Night 

Parent Information Night 1

This year we will be working together to build a wonderful garden for our school.