The survey for young people on racism in the ACT 

The ACT Children and Young People Commissioner is talking to children and young people about racism in the ACT. If you are between 5 and 24 years old, you can have your say. To answer the survey online, scan the QR code below. You can also contact them in the following ways:

Fundraising

Over the next 6 months, St John's will be holding a number of fundraising and community events. These include the Walkathon, a raffle and the St John the Apostle Multicultural Fete. If there are any families in our community who own local businesses and would like to support the above fundraising events, we would appreciate any donations including products, gift cards and vouchers.

Our school would be extremely grateful for your support and in return we would list and regularly mention our generous contributors in the school newsletter, in our social media platforms and on our school website https://www.sjaps.act.edu.au/.

Year 1 Phonics Screening Check - Information for parents and carers 

What is phonics? 

Phonics is the relationship between letters and sounds and is vital in learning to read. Some children struggle with learning to read so it is important that these children are identified quickly so teachers can plan for any specific support they may need. 

What is the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check? 

The Year 1 Phonics Screening Check is a short, quick assessment that tells teachers how your child is progressing in phonics. Your child will sit with Mrs Rebecca Neiberding (Inclusion Teacher) and will be asked to read 40 words aloud. These words include 20 real words and 20 nonsense words. The test normally takes a few minutes. If your child is struggling Rebecca will stop the check. The check is carefully designed not to be stressful for your child. 

Why use nonsense words? 

The assessment includes pseudo or nonsense words to see if the student is able to use their knowledge of blending to read a word rather than their memory of having seen that word before. 

More information  

If you have any further questions, please talk to Myself or Rebecca Neiberding (Inclusion Teacher).