News & Events

Congratulations to our graduating class of 2019.  They have been wonderful ambassadors and role models to all students at St John’s.  We wish them and their families all the best for the future.

I would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to all the staff at St John the Apostle School for the wonderful job they have done this year.  We are very fortunate to have such a great staff and I consider myself very privileged to be working with such a hardworking, dedicated and capable team of people.

I would also like to say a special thank you to all the parents and carers who have helped out in any way this year.  As a school we are very fortunate to have many parents who volunteer in a variety of ways and without your support the school would not be able to offer all the opportunities that it does for the children.  Your support and assistance is essential to building such a wonderful the school and we really appreciate all that you do.

As we move into the Christmas season we should take a moment to say thank you for the many blessings we have and there will be no better opportunity to do that than attending Mass over Christmas with the family to help celebrate the birth of Jesus our Saviour. You are invited to attend the Christmas Eve children’s mass at St Luke’s church, Noarlunga Downs at 7:15pm. this is always a lovely celebration with a focus on the children and families.

Finally I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very happy, holy and safe Christmas.  I hope you have an enjoyable time with your families over the next few weeks and that you all come back happy and well for the start of the 2020 school year. 

May God’s shining light, be with you and your family during this festive season. Please take the opportunity to rest and recharge, spend some quality time together and we look forward to seeing you all in 2020.

Merry Christmas.

Farewells

I would like to acknowledge and thank Anne Marcelline for her 44 years of tireless service to St John’s school. She has announced her retirement from full time teaching. We wish you all the very best Anne as you now pursue your dreams to travel more and spend time with your beautiful family. Congratulations on an outstanding career. We wish you a very happy and healthy retirement.

Ruth Sampson leaves us this week as she starts maternity leave.  All the best with your new adventure Ruth… we wish you, Chris and Archer all the very best.

Award Winners

In Anne’s honour we have included a new award this year named the Anne Marcelline Highest Academic Achievement Award

The criteria for this award is a Year 6 student who …

• enters wholeheartedly into all academic pursuits
• possesses a growth mindset
• demonstrates outstanding academic results
• is knowledgeable, inquisitive and innovative
• is self-aware and responds positively to feedback
• perseveres to improve their learning

Congratulations to Richa Schibican on being awarded the inaugural Anne Marcelline Highest Academic Achievement Award

Dominican Award

Each year we acknowledge and present an award to a Year 6 student, to honour the Dominican traditions of our school.  This award is presented to a student who:

• has made a positive contribution to our school community
• demonstrates a positive approach to all aspects of their learning
• is courteous and well mannered
• relates well to their peers
• is prepared to help others without being asked
• has involved themselves in the life of St John the Apostle School.

Congratulations to Annie Maiden on being presented the Dominican Award for 2019.

Principal’s Award

This award is presented to a Year 6 student who has:

• made the most of their gifts and talents
• possessed a positive attitude towards life
• worked to their optimum
• showed perseverance
• maintained a great sense of humour
• shown respect to others.

Congratulations to Poppy McGregor on being the winner of the Principal’s Award for 2019. 

Barbara Reed Sportsperson of the Year Award

The criteria for this award is a Year 6 student who …

• enters wholeheartedly into all sporting events
• possesses team spirit
• demonstrates outstanding sporting skills
• has represented St Johns in a variety of different sports
• has a good sense of awareness of self and others
• can win and lose with dignity
• perseveres to improve their skills

Congratulations to Dan Burnett on being the 2019 winner of the Barbara Reed Sportsperson of the Year award.

Mary Thomson Academic Perseverance Award

The criteria for this award is a Reception - Year 6 student who 

• Works to their optimum ability, trying to be the best they can be
• Accepts help when offered and uses this to their best advantage
• Is prepared to help others in a gentle manner
• Listens to and accepts constructive criticism
• Has been a valued member of the class and within the school

Congratulations to Lara Cox on being awarded the 2019 Mary Thomson Academic Perseverance Award. 

Sue Clarke Performing Arts Award

This award reflects the school’s commitment and pursuit of excellence in the field of drama, dance, music and visual arts.

The criteria for this award is –

A Year 6 student who

• Is prepared to share their talents and assist others
• Shows excellence in drama, dance, music and visual arts
• Shows a willingness to be widely involved in the life of the school
• Show excellence in behaviour including grooming and dress
• Have a positive approach to school work

The winner of the Sue Clarke Performing Arts Award for 2019 is Lolita Crowther.

The Professionals Christies Beach Christmas Card Art Prize

Congratulations to Sibella Scott and Lolita Crowther who won the Professionals Christmas Card Art prizes.

Children were asked to draw a picture with a Christmas theme, with a Christian message, to be used for their corporate Christmas Card for their clients.

The standard of art work submitted was of an extremely high quality.  I would like to thank Kevin and Kathy Barry for their ongoing support of our school and their generous donation. Tis money will be used to purchase new library books.

End of Term 2019 & start of 2020

As you are aware school concludes today and staff will be involved in end of year organisation tomorrow.  School starts again for students on Tuesday 28^th January 2020 @ 8:50.

The staff will be back at school officially from 21st January 2020.

The school office will be closed from 4pm 12^th December 2019- 21^st January 2020.

In the joy of Christmas we pray,
that the peace we all long for, may become a reality in our world.
May all children grow in grace and wisdom, safe from all harm.
May this Christmas season bring grace, hope and peace to us, and to all whose lives touch ours. We pray, come, Lord Jesus, come.
Amen