In this issue

“Learning and Teaching” in our school – some reminders and updates. Continued from our last edition.  

As educators, parents, and guardians, it is our collective responsibility to create an environment that sparks curiosity and ignites passion for lifelong learning in our young people. 

Incorporating Technology in Education: 

In the digital age, technology plays a crucial role in education. Integrating educational apps, interactive online platforms, and multimedia resources into lessons enhances engagement and facilitates personalized learning. Our Teaching staff ensure that technology is used responsibly to complement a variety of best practice teaching methods. 

Creating a Safe and Inclusive Learning Environment: 

We believe that a safe and inclusive environment is vital for effective learning. Our school strives to celebrate diversity, where each student feels valued and respected. By fostering a sense of belonging, students are more open to sharing their ideas and opinions, contributing to a rich and dynamic learning experience. 

Cultivating a Love for Reading: 

Cultivating a love of reading in children is a journey that involves creativity, enthusiasm, and a deep appreciation for the magic of books. By fostering a positive reading environment and showing students the joys of exploring new worlds through literature, we are nurturing a lifelong passion for learning and imagination. 

As we embrace the ever-evolving landscape of education, our commitment to providing a nurturing, interactive, and innovative learning environment remains steadfast. Together, let us nurture the spark of curiosity in our children, encouraging them to explore, discover, and become lifelong learners. 

Thank you for your continued support in shaping the future of our young minds. 

World of Maths  

Last week we had World of Maths visit all students from Prep – Year 6. This was an engaging and hands-on experience for students to solve mathematical problems. The feedback from students and staff was all positive!  

Science Week 

Science surrounds us in our daily lives. It fuels our understanding of the natural world, inspires technological advancements, and challenges us to question and explore. Science Week serves as a reminder for us embrace the spirit of curiosity and wonder that lies at the heart of scientific exploration. Thank you to our Year 5 and Year 6 students and teachers for organising our Science Extravaganza this week – please check out the photos from the day!

Thank you also to Ms A for organising those students who attended the Reef Guardian Science Together event this week. This was a wonderful opportunity for those students learn about conservation and the protection of the Great Barrier Reef through special guest speakers and engaging in hands-on activities. 

SSRC

Our Student Service Representative Council (SSRC) team have been meeting throughout the year with both Mrs Anderson and Mrs Carroll. The students have been discussing ways in which they can best serve their school and local community. This term, we will be working on a crocheting project aiming to generate a blanket for donation to Angels Community Room. Students met last week to learn how to crochet their own square. Thank you to Mrs MacDonald , Mrs Heidke, Mrs Wooldridge and Ms Linderberg for taking the students through their first lesson. If there are any other members of the school community who would like to be involved in this cause, please contact Mrs Carroll or Mrs Anderson. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve our local community and we encourage you to get involved. 

Whilst Term Three last year, saw our Hamper Drive commence, a Hamper Drive has been scheduled for later in the year in support of the Salvation Army’s Hamper Appeal in lead up to the Christmas period. Further information will be provided regarding this drive toward the end of the term. 

UNIFORM EXPECTATIONS 

St John’s Lutheran Primary School students are reminded to continue to wear their school uniform throughout with pride. As you would agree, St John’s Lutheran Primary School is noted for applying consistently high standards of uniform wear and student grooming. Our uniform expectations state “the students are to view themselves as ambassadors of the school in that the uniform is worn correctly.”   

If you have any questions regarding uniform wear, suitability of footwear and student grooming; including that of hair styles, and earring wear, please do not hesitate to arrange a time to discuss such with me or contact the administration office for a copy of the Uniform Expectations for our school.  

An important reminder – our uniform expectations state that students from Grades 1-6 are expected to wear plain leather lace-up shoes (Velcro permitted for Grades 1-2) Vinyl or mesh-like shoes are not permitted or variations with white soles or other colours. All hair styles are to to be clean, tidy and in a moderate style with no severe variations in hair length permitted such as mullet style, extreme shaves or tracks. Please ensure undercuts are no less than a two.  

Any watches warn to school, are to be worn in school colours, and if watches hold, smart watch functionality, these watches are to be switched to school mode during school hours. 

 SCHOOL COMMUNITY SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 

Thank you to those families who joined us for our Community Sunday Worship Service on Sunday 13 August at St John’s Lutheran Church. What a wonderful way to worship together and praise God, nurturing our faith in Him and encouraging one another. I’m sure those in attendance would agree it was a wonderful morning. Thank you again, to all those students who participated in bible readings, prayers, action group and singing and to particularly our parents and families who joined us. Thankyou staff and to St John’s Lutheran Kindergarten for joining in our worship service and we look forward to our next Community Sunday Worship Service, which will take place on 22 October (our last Community Sunday Worship Service) and will directly involve students from Year One, Year Four Class and The Year Four/Five Class. All students and families from all year levels are welcome to attend and play a part in our service.  

CHILD PROTECTION WEEK 

Please see a host of events for 2023 Child Protection Week (3-9 September) brought to you by the Bundaberg Child Protection Week Action Group. Attached to this newsletter, you will also find a Child Protection Week Colouring Competition with entry details located at the bottom. Please support the important work of this group and empower our community to have conversations to promote child safety and wellbeing. 

Journey with Map, Zip and the villagers of Silvercliff on their quest to find “The Prize”. Will good triumph over evil? Will anyone ever find ‘The Prize’? And who will learn the most valuable lesson of all?
It is not the end goal that is the most important thing; it’s the journey.
Kindness, friendship and love conquer all.

Tickets are available for purchase at the Moncrieff Entertainment Centre, during normal box office opening times (9.00am to 5.00pm) either in person, via phone or using the online ticketing service via the following link.

St John’s Lutheran School Musical Concert

Each year, across Australia, The CBCA brings children and books together celebrating Children’s Book Week. During this time St John’s and Dymocks come together for one glorious week to celebrate Australian Children’s Literature.

St John’s will celebrate Book Week this term in Week 7, from Monday the 21^st to Thursday the 24^th of August 2023. Thursday afternoon and Friday will be closed.

The theme for this year’s CBCA Book Week is ‘Read, Grow, Inspire’

St John’s will spend a week celebrating books and Australian authors and illustrators by highlighting the importance of reading. Classroom teachers will introduce and read books to the students that have been shortlisted for 2023 book of the year awards. They will also be participating in activities and class competitions.

Our Book Fair will be held in the school library with a number of session offered throughout the week.

Come and browse and buy from the Book Fair in the below available times.

St John’s 2023 BOOK FAIR

St John’s Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Vacation Care Program is on again during the September holidays!

The below link includes details pertaining to the Vacation Care Program. These holidays, some and very exciting excursions and incursions are planned, so make sure you get your bookings in quickly!

OSHC Vacation Care Program – Vacation Care September 23

For all bookings and enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact Barb Thom on 0409 759 831 or email stjohns.oshc@qlecs.org.au

P&F Annual Election Meeting

We are still looking for nominations for the P&F Executive Committee. The P&F represents the interests of the whole parent body, it helps parents engage with the school and the education of their children and works to support the school.

PRESIDENT – Roles & Responsibilities
The key task of the president is to ensure that the needs and wishes of the parent body are given a voice and that good relationships are established with the principal and teachers. A President leads the P&F Association by:

• Plan and chair meetings in consultation with the secretary and principal;
• Ensure meetings run according to the agenda and the constitution
• Ensure fair discussion – give all an opportunity to speak
• Ensure activities are sanctioned by principal
• Work with the treasurer to ensure financial accountability
• Ensure decisions are carried out – follow up
• Encouraging parents to get involved
• Helping parents feel welcomed at the school

SECRETARY – Roles & Responsibilities
The Secretary is very important to the efficient operation of any organization. A secretary needs enthusiasm, initiative and an ability to work with the President. The Secretary’s main functions are:

• Communication and correspondence
• Maintaining effective records
• Ensuring meetings are effectively organised and minuted
• Prepare the agenda in consultation with the president and principal
• Notify members of meetings (date, time, venue)
• Keep good records
• Receive and manage the correspondence
• Obtain reports from sub-committees
• Write up the minutes
• Understand the constitution
• Guide and advise the president.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS (Up to 4 Members)
Executive Committee Members participate in all decision making at the P&F meetings. They attend meetings, vote on issues, and provide ongoing support to the committee.

If you would like to become a member of the P&F please fill out this membership form and return to: pandf@stjohnsbundaberg.qld.edu.au

To nominate for an executive position, please fill out the nomination form and return to: pandf@stjohnsbundaberg.qld.edu.au

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Weekly Awards are presented each week at Chapel & Assembly from 8.45am, SMS notifications are sent prior to this advising of your child’s upcoming award – everyone is welcome to attend.

Please come along and join us before Chapel & Assembly for Coffee & Connect from 8am.