Principal's Message
Pupil Free Day
Friday 11th April 2025
All staff will be participating in a Spirituality Day.
No staff will be on-site on this day.
Year 7-11 Student Leaders Induction
On Wednesday, our College community came together to celebrate and commission our new Year 7-11 Student Leaders from Flinders, Hastings, Innes, Macquarie, Oxley, and Wilson houses. It was wonderful to see so many families in attendance, sharing in this special occasion.
To our newly appointed student leaders—this is a significant moment. You have been chosen for your potential and willingness to serve. Leadership is not about power but about empowering others. Embrace the opportunities ahead, lead with integrity, and strive to make a positive impact.
To the St Joseph's Regional College students, I encourage you to support and uplift these young leaders as they take on their responsibilities.
A special thank you to Deacon Shane, who blessed the Leadership badges during the ceremony.
As part of the induction, students recited the following pledge:
"Almighty Father, we stand before You as Student Leaders for 2025, filled with optimism and hope for the year ahead.
We ask for humility and generosity in all our works and actions as we seek to strengthen a sense of belonging, understanding, and harmony within our Leadership Teams and the broader school community.
We accept this responsibility to our College: to lead with service, to show commitment, and to uphold the values of our College prayer."
Congratulations to all our student leaders—we look forward to seeing you work together as a voice for students and to enhance our College.
Staff Long Service Award
On Wednesday evening at St Agnes' Church, many staff members and their families gathered to celebrate colleagues who have reached significant milestones in their service to our parish and students.
Congratulations to:
Leanne Tinsey - 35 years
Ged Toohey - 30 years
Toni Howard - 30 years
Jo Farthing - 25 years
Frank Johnston - 20 years
Catherine Morton - 20 years
Julian Cole - 10 years.
Ubuntu African Choir Visit
The African Children's Choir Returns to Port Macquarie!
We are excited to welcome 14 Ugandan UBUNTU AFRICA friends to our College next term in Week 5.
Fourteen inspiring African Children's Choir graduates embark on an unforgettable eight-week tour along Australia’s eastern coast every two years. They raise vital funds for the education of underprivileged children in Uganda, and with each performance, they share their stories and vibrant culture.
These 14 young people are gifted singers, musicians and dancers who were part of the globally acclaimed African Children’s Choir. We actually hosted the children in 2015. These young people have freshly graduated from High School through the sponsorship of the African Children’s Choir and are ready to make a significant impact back in their villages in Uganda. As they gear up for university, they are excited to share with us how their dreams have been realised through this inspirational tour. Their Australian Tour is titled “Colour My World”.
Our Drumline and Choir will also be participating in a Masterclass workshop with the group while they are here which is very exciting.
Everyone has the opportunity to attend a concert at the Glasshouse on Thursday, 29th May, where they will bring a dynamic performance to our local community, featuring our College performers also.
Book your tickets now and be part of something truly special! Glasshouse Tickets
Billets Wanted – Host the Ubuntu African Choir
We are seeking expressions of interest from families willing to host members of the Ubuntu African Choir during their time in Port Macquarie.
Hosting Dates: Wednesday, 28th May – Saturday, 31st May (3 nights)
If you’re interested in this incredible opportunity, please register your interest today!
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE
"Colour My World" Out of Uniform Day
To assist with the cost of the tour, today, St Joseph's Regional College held a "Colours of Africa" themed out-of-uniform day. Thank you to all the students who made the day with their colourful outfits.
Child Safeguarding Policy
The Child Safeguarding Policy is located on the College Website. This policy contains:
- Child Safeguarding Code of Conduct
- Staff & Student Professional Boundaries Policy
- Child Safeguarding Complaints Management
- Confidentiality and Privacy
Please be assured that all tutors, volunteers and staff members hold a current Working with Children Check and are provided with regular professional learning regarding Duty of Care and mandatory Reporting requirements.
Under the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998, all employees of the Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools are mandatory reporters. We are mandated to provide the following for students in our care: to provide an environment free of violence and exploitation and provide services that foster their health, development needs, spirituality, self-respect and dignity.
Parish Education Council
St Agnes’ Catholic Parish has a Parish Education Council, whose role is to assist and advise the Parish Priest on educational and developmental matters related to the general management of our Early Education Centres and Primary and Secondary schools.
This Council is made up of a number of members, including priest/s, staff members, school principals, and parent representatives.
The Council is seeking an expression of interest from any parent interested in participating in this endeavour.
Your commitment would involve attending meetings during the business day. These are held twice per term, with a maximum duration of two hours.
Your expression of interest, outlining your background, etc, should be sent to the Secretary of the Council. Applicants progressing for consideration by the Council will then be invited to meet with the Chairperson and Parish Priest.
Your enquiries can be directed to the Secretary, Lily Rogerson, by email to:
Lily.rogerson@lism.catholic.edu.au
We look forward to hearing from any interested parents.
Mrs Tanya Daley
Principal