Principal's Message
Compass Events – Parent Action Required
A reminder to all parents and carers that Compass event notifications require your consent or consent and payment for your child to attend scheduled events throughout the year.
We kindly ask that you respond to these notifications in a timely manner, as we are unable to proceed or finalise event arrangements without your response. Please note that events are only open for a limited window of time, and your prompt action is greatly appreciated.
When responses are delayed, our staff are required to follow up with phone calls and emails, which adds significant pressure to their already busy workloads.
We ask that you please make responding to Compass events a priority to help everything run smoothly for both students and staff.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.
College Fee Payments – Thank You & Reminder
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the many families who have already commenced making payments towards their College accounts for 2025. Your commitment is greatly appreciated.
For families who have not yet started payments or set up a payment method, this is a friendly reminder of the available payment schedule options. If you wish to change your instalment frequency, please contact the College.
|
Frequency |
Number of Payments |
First Payment Date |
|
Final Payment Date |
|
Weekly |
40 |
1-Mar-25 |
|
29-Nov-25 |
|
Fortnightly |
20 |
1-Mar-25 |
|
22-Nov-25 |
|
Monthly |
10 |
1-Mar-25 |
|
1-Dec-25 |
|
Quarterly |
4 |
1-Mar-25 |
|
1-Dec-25 |
|
Annual |
1 |
29-Mar-25 |
|
Not applicable |
If a payment plan has not been arranged, and no payments have been made to date, installments are now overdue. We kindly ask that you commence payments as soon as possible to avoid falling into arrears or having an outstanding balance at the end of the year.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Year 7 2026 Enrolment Applications Now Open
Handa Higashi High School Visit
Sincere thanks to Vanessa Gray and Dale Hastings who organised and facilitated the Handa Higashi High School visit 2025. We were excited to host 19 students and two teachers from Handa Higashi High School as part of our sister city relationship with Handa, Japan. Staying with St Joseph’s Regional College families, the visitors immersed themselves in our school and community.
They attended classes, visited the Yarning Circle, met the Mayor, and explored Australian culture at the Surf Life Saving Club. Highlights included our Ash Wednesday liturgy and encounters with koalas and kangaroos at Billabong Zoo.
Even with Cyclone Alfred looming, we adapted with a town tour and visit to our parish church. This exchange fostered new friendships, deepened cultural ties, and strengthened the connection between our schools. Deepest gratitude to the wonderful St Joseph's Regional College families who hosted our Japanese friends in their homes.
Harmony Day Celebration - Friday 21st March
Information Evening - Fathering Teens and Pre Teens
An evening to further support Fathers, Grandfathers, Step-Fathers, Uncles and any man who plays a significant role in the life of teenagers.
- Monday March 24, 2025
- 6:00pm
- MacKillop College Theatre
The evening, hosted by two male psychologists from Redstone Psychology, will focus on strategies for being a better father to pre-teens and teenagers. They will share the latest research and insights to support you in your most important role, and offer opportunities for discussion and exchanging experiences and ideas.
Please register via THIS LINK to secure your place.
Mrs Tanya Daley
Principal
