Term 3, Week 1

School Vision Statement: To change the world through our faith in Jesus who is our light.
Phone: 6882 2677 or 6882 2653
Email: stjohnsprimarydubbo@bth.catholic.edu.au                    
Principal: Mr. Anthony O’Leary
Parish Priest: Father Greg Kennedy           
P&F Meetings: 2nd & 7th Tuesday each term

Parents/guardians-Please note that photographs of students may be used in publication. Please advise the School Office if you do not approve of your child’s photo being used.

Term 3 Dates
Week 1
Monday 21st July - Pupil Free Day
Tuesday 22nd July - First day Term 3
Wednesday 23rd July - Dubbo Touch Gala Day - Yrs 3-6
Week 2
Monday 28th July - Musical Matinee & Evening Show, Gold Class Focus
Tuesday 29th July - Musical Matinee & Evening Show, Blue Class Focus
Wednesday 30th July - Northern Region Athletics Barden Park Dubbo
Wednesday 30th July - AFL Girls, NSW State Finals in Sydney
Thursday 31st July - NAIDOC Liturgy at 1pm
Friday 1st August - NAIDOC Day
Week 3
Monday 4th August - Year 6 Excursion to Canberra
Tuesday 5th August - Year 6 Excursion to Canberra
Wednesday 6th August - Year 6 Excursion to Canberra
Wednesday 6th August - Masonic Village Visit for 4Gold
Week 4
Monday 11th August - Book Week 2025 competitions launch! 
Monday 11th August - Bulling No Way Week!
Friday 15th August - Feast of the Assumption Mass, 10am at St Brigid's
Week 5
Monday 18th August - Book Week, Book an Adventure
Thursday 21st August - Book Week Parade - time to be confirmed.
Friday 22nd August - Bathurst Primary Diocese Athletics Carnival

Change of Details, have any of your details changed??
Please inform the school office if you have changed address, have a new email or phone contact number, changed jobs, or have different emergency contacts for your child/children.

Compass Announcements - Upcoming Events
Permission notes for the events below have been sent out via Compass. Please ensure you confirm your child's attendance to avoid missing out. 

• Wednesday, 30th July - Northern Region Athletics Carnival

Welcome to Term 3
Dear Families,

Welcome back to Term 3! I hope you all had a restful and refreshing break. This term promises to be a joyful and productive one as we continue to grow in faith, learning, and community spirit.

A key highlight for Term 3 is our upcoming school musical, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” proudly presented by students from both St John’s Primary and St John’s College. This production showcases the remarkable talents of our students in acting, singing, dancing, and stage production. The energy and commitment during rehearsals have been outstanding, and we can’t wait to share this joyful experience with you all.

There will be four performances held in the St John’s College Hall:

• 🎭 Matinees:
  
• Monday 28 July at 11:30am
  
• Tuesday 29 July at 11:30am
  
• 🌙 Evening Performances:
  
• Monday 28 July at 6:00pm
  
• Tuesday 29 July at 6:00pm
  
  

🎟️ Book your evening tickets now via 123Tix:
👉 https://www.123tix.com.au/events/48146/charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory-the-musical-presented-by-st-johns

Matinee sessions are especially suited for local schools and families with younger children, while the evening shows promise a full theatrical experience for the whole community. We warmly invite everyone to attend and celebrate the creativity and collaboration that has gone into this amazing production.

We are also honoured to welcome Bishop Michael McKenna to St John’s Primary this Friday at 2:00pm. His visit is especially meaningful as our Year 6 students prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this weekend. Bishop Michael will meet with Year 6.

Finally, all the very best to our Touch Football teams who will be representing our school at the Touch Gala Day this Wednesday. We are proud of your teamwork and sportsmanship, and we hope you enjoy a fun and successful day of competition.

Let us begin Term 3 with enthusiasm and gratitude for the many opportunities ahead. I look forward to seeing many of you at the musical and throughout the term.

Warm regards,
Anthony

The Sacrament of Confirmation
A huge congratulations to the following students who will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation over the coming weekend with Bishop Michael McKenna or the following weekend with Fr Greg Kennedy:

Molly Asimus, Isabella Beard, Franz Caliba, Ernie Chater, Cali Dowton, Ryder Emery, James Green, Hannah Hardy, Vada Horder, Abby Horsfall, Carys King, Savannah Milliken, Nathaniel Naden, Logan Nankivell, Haniel Santos, Luke Shrimpton and Taj Weir.

To these students: This is a truly special milestone in your faith journey as you are now strengthened by the Holy Spirit and empowered to live as courageous witnesses of Christ. May the gifts of the Holy Spirit guide you as you grow in faith, hope, and love.

Bishop Michael McKenna Visit
This coming Friday we welcome our Bishop to SJP. Bishop Michael will engage with Year 6 before their Confirmation celebrations over the coming weekends. It is always lovely for our students to converse with Bishop Michael at this special time in their lives.

Sacrament of First Holy Communion/Eucharist
For our Year 3 students (and older students who missed the opportunity to receive this sacrament in earlier years), preparation sessions will begin next week. Students must attend all 3 sessions with a parent/guardian, which will be held at St. Brigid’s Hall. The sessions will be held over 3 upcoming weeks. Please save the date and time for the following:

Session 1: Tuesday 29th July, Wednesday 30th July, Sunday 3rd August
Session 2: Tuesday 5th August, Wednesday 6th August, Sunday 10th August
Session 3: Tuesday 12th August, Wednesday 13th August, Sunday 17th August

Tuesday sessions are held at 6:15pm, Wednesday 4:30 pm and Sunday 10am 

Parents, if you are yet to receive an email from Sacramental Coordinator Rosalie Hosking, please contact her asap on sacraments.dubbo@cdob.org.au

MASS TIMES
St. Brigid’s Church: Saturday - 5:00pm, Sunday - 9:00am and Sunday- 5:00pm.
St. Laurence’s Church: Sunday -7:30am and Wednesday 9.30am

Enjoy your week.
Paula Clifford
Religious Education Coordinator 

Sports Events Dates
Term 3

• Tuesday 22nd of July - Jump Rope For Heart Jump Launch Day
• Wednesday 23rd of July - NSW Touch Gala Day 
• Wednesday 30th July  - Northern Region Athletics Carnival
• Wednesday 30th July - AFL Paul Kelly Cup - Sydney
• Friday 8th of August - St Laurences Soccer Gala Day 

Further information and permission notes regarding these events will be sent out via Compass.

Jump Rope For Heart 
Our students will have the opportunity to participate in Jump Rope For Heart.  The Launch day is tomorrow and further information will be sent out this week

Dear Students and Parents,

We are thrilled to announce that the school canteen will reopen on Tuesday, following the two-week school break. We can't wait to welcome you back and serve your favorite snacks and meals!
However, we kindly ask for your understanding as there may be a temporary shortage of some food products. Rest assured, we are working diligently to restock and ensure all your favorites are available soon.

Thank you for your patience and support. We look forward to seeing you at the canteen!

Warm regards,

Punya Madapatha
Canteen Manager