School News
2025 School Travel Applications are Now Open
Students in the Opal network applying for an Opal card (including a Term Bus Pass) for the first time will receive their School Opal card at their nominated postal address from mid-January 2025.
Students progressing from year 2 to year 3 and from year 6 to year 7 do not need to re-apply if they:
- are continuing at the same school, and
- are residing at the same address, and
- have not been sent an expiry notification from Transport for NSW.
Where a student meets the new distance eligibility, the system will automatically update their entitlement. If they do not meet the new eligibility, they will receive an expiry notification.
Students who change address, school, campus location, have repeated a year or received an expiry notification for their school travel entitlement need to renew or update their details before the end of term 4. This will ensure that schools can endorse applications, so their travel entitlement can remain valid for the start of the 2025 school year.
Students who have an entitlement approved under a medical condition that is due to expire will receive a notification advising them to re-apply.
Term Bus Pass holders will receive a notification to re-apply.
In the Opal network, students should travel with a Child/Youth Opal card until they receive their valid School Opal card. If outside Greater Sydney, parents should contact their local bus operator to discuss their travel needs.
Note: From the commencement of the school year in 2025, Lunch specials will not be available on Mondays, and there will be an increase in pricing on some items.
The Canteen opens at 8.00 am every school day.
Breeanna Stone
Food Services Manager
St Joseph's Regional College has a number of different social media platforms. We would love for you to follow us.
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St Joseph's Regional College - 50 year Celebrations
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SJRC50years
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sjr50years/
Digital Ministry
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Library
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Careers
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Christmas Mass
On Tuesday, students and staff came together for the final Mass of the year. We thank Father Paul for leading our Thanksgiving Christmas Mass.
In Father Paul's homily, he spoke about the origins of the word Christmas by explaining that it comes from old English Christes Maesse or Christ's Mass. His point was that without Christ, Christmas is meaningless and that we should spend some time this Christmas giving thanks to God for sending his son Jesus into the world to be 'God with us' Emmanuel.
Also, during the Mass, several Year 10 and Year 11 students were commissioned as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion at our Thanksgiving Christmas Mass. Some of these students administered Holy Communion for the first time at this Mass.
Congratulations:
Year 10 students: Dane Bittu, Jack Duff, Adam Jennings, Archie Taylor, Jack Daley, Sienna Weston, Sophie Marchment and Isabella Campbell
Year 11 students: Mia Lawrence, Sienna Monk, Lilly Fraser, Layla Armstrong and Alannah Steele
St Agnes' Church Gospel Reflections
Fr Paul Gooley is continuing to provide Gospel readings and reflections via email and online Monday to Saturday for those interested in connecting with their faith in this way.
Click to watch Fr Paul's Gospel Readings and Reflections.
St Agnes' Parish News Bulletin
The Parish news bulletin will now be published monthly.
The latest edition is available via this link Parish News Bulletin
Mr Matthew Bushe
Assistant Principal - Mission
As we conclude the school year for 2024, it’s with joy that I reflect back on how much we’ve accomplished within our College community, especially over the last weeks of what has been a very busy term.
This week’s newsletter highlights the 2024 Year 7-10 Academic, Service, and Spirit Ceremonies. These events are a celebration of student achievement and dedication, and I want to extend my sincere gratitude to Mr Ian Lutton, Assistant Principal - Learning & Teaching, Ms Anne Marchment, Leader of Curriculum, and our incredible office staff for their seamless organisation of these ceremonies. I would also like to mention and thank our Year 10 presentation helpers - Harley Rayment and Sienna Weston who did an amazing job on the stage.
On Tuesday, our College gathered for the Thanksgiving Christmas Mass—a beautiful opportunity for reflection and gratitude for all we’ve experienced as a community this year. Special thanks to Mr Matthew Bushe, Assistant Principal - Mission, Mr Shane Hyland, Leader of Evangelisation and Ms Emily Burg, Youth Ministry Officer, for their thoughtful planning of this meaningful celebration.
Tuesday was also a big day for sport, as we held our Junior Sports Awards. Congratulations to all students for their hard work and dedication throughout the year in sport. A heartfelt thank you goes to Mr Damien Kelly, Leader of Sport, whose calm leadership and organisation have ensured the success of our sports program.
Our Year 12 Class of 2024 has ended the year on a high note with the release of their HSC and ATAR results. It was lovely to welcome them back to the College on Wednesday for a celebratory breakfast, marking their achievements and providing a final opportunity to connect with their peers. I will take this opportunity to congratulate our 2024 Dux - Abhishek Amada and our Runner up to Dux - Charlotte Shee. My thanks to the Learning & Teaching team and Mrs Kellie Croft, Leader of Student Wellbeing, for coordinating this celebratory morning.
Finally, during the Year 7-10 Awards Ceremony, I had the privilege of addressing our College community. I would now like to share that message with you, as it reflects on the year gone by and looks ahead with hope and anticipation for the future.
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On behalf of the St Joseph’s Regional College community, I would like to congratulate our students on the wonderful contributions they have made this year of ‘Living Truth’. Throughout the year we have witnessed our students participating in and achieving their personal best in the classroom, in their chosen sport, in the performing arts and music, in their spirituality and faith. They have raised money, served others, cheered each other on, prayed, participated in competitions, camped, retreated, celebrated the success of others and grown in so many ways. Every individual should be proud of what they have achieved in 2024.
Today is an opportunity for me to say thank you and express my gratitude to those who have played key roles in shaping the success of 2024.
I would like to acknowledge our 2024 Junior Pastoral Care Leaders. These young leaders have done an exceptional job supporting their PC teacher and their peers. I would also like to acknowledge the Junior Mission, Stewardship and Wellbeing Leaders for their involvement in initiatives they have led during 2024.
I would like to extend a special thank you to key staff members who have been instrumental in student achievements at the College this year.
To the members of our Leadership Team:
Mr Bushe, Mr Lutton, Mrs Furney, Ms Marchment, Mr Robertson and Mrs Goldie; your service in leading the College is greatly appreciated and your commitment to improving and innovating what we provide for our students is invaluable.
To our Leaders of Student Wellbeing:
Mrs Jensen, Mrs Hulbert, Mr Kalchbauer, Mr Sainsbury, Mrs Crilley, Ms O’Reilly, Ms Flanagan and Mrs Croft; your Pastoral Care of our students is ‘of the highest standard’ – thank you for all the work you do in your leadership and behind the scenes to support the students and families in your respective houses and year groups.
To our Leaders of Learning:
Mr Jennings, Mrs Grein, Ms Roulstone, Mr Warneken, Mr McLachlan, Mr Kobelke, Mr Rossington, Mr Pares, Mrs Handley, Mr Moore, Mrs McLeod, and Mr Constantine; thank you for stewardship over the learning and teaching in the College and for ensuring our high expectations for learning are maintained.
Thank you to Mr Hyland and Emily Burg for ensuring our Catholic Mission and Identity is strong, Mr Kelly for organising all of our sporting teams and events and ensuring we are competitive in a wide range of sports, Ms Mooney for resourcing our College Library, Mrs Tinsey and Mrs Bale for giving great advice on careers and future pathways, Mrs Freeman for prioritising Numeracy and testing in the College and Mrs Butler for ensuring excellence in our co-curricular Music space.
To our Pastoral Care teachers, thank you for engendering a real sense of spirit in your house groups. Your work goes ‘over and above’ a teacher's normal call of duty.
And to all course teachers, teachers assistants, our Student Support Worker, counsellors, Canteen staff and all support staff, your dedication to our students’ learning and wellbeing is appreciated. We are blessed to have such a caring and supportive team of staff.
I would also like to give my sincere thanks to a number of special people who work tirelessly behind the scenes at our College. Firstly, thank you to Mrs Wendy Welsh, Mrs Michelle Reynolds, Mrs Kelly Mooney and the dedicated team of ladies in the College administration office. These ladies are an exemplary team, working together and going beyond the call of duty to ensure that all staff, students and parents are supported in every possible way.
To Mr John Sprague and our Maintenance Team who keep our College grounds looking superb - thank you.
On Tuesday this week, after our Christmas Mass, we farewelled our departing staff, and we wished them all the best for the future. Be assured of our, St Joseph’s Regional College, blessings.
I would like to extend best wishes to the parents of our Year 10 families, to those families who will see their sons and daughters embark on a new educational journey at Newman Senior Technical College in 2025, and also to other students who are leaving us to pursue other ventures. Thank you for your loyalty and support for our wonderful College, and we wish you well in the future.
On behalf of the College community, I once again thank you for being part of our family and extend my warm congratulations to all our award winners from the Sport Awards, Academic and the Service & Spirit ceremonies.
As we close out 2024, I wish all students, families, and staff a safe and joyful holiday season. May this time be filled with rest, reflection, and cherished moments with loved ones. I look forward to welcoming you all back in 2025 for another exciting year at St Joseph's Regional College.
Mrs Tanya Daley
Principal
2024 HSC Results and ATAR Release
The 2024 HSC results are a testament to the dedication and drive of our Year 12 students and the professional teachers who have supported them in their academic journey from Year 7 to the completion of the HSC. We are immensely proud of our Year 12 students and wish them all the best as they move into the next phase of their lives.
DUX 2024
Congratulations to our 2024 DUX of the College, Abhishek Amada, who has achieved an impressive ATAR of 95.35
RUNNER UP TO DUX
Congratulations to our Runner up to Dux Charlotte Shee ATAR of 93.85
SJRC ATAR High Achievers include:
Please note: The results above are preliminary, based on information provided by students who have contacted the College. At this stage, five students have achieved an ATAR above 90. However, some students have chosen not to publish their results.
- Abhishek Amada - 95.35
- Charlotte Shee - 93.85
- James Merkus - 92.90
- Sophia Dominguez - 91.10
- Bailey Moore - 89.75
- Gabriel Moore - 89.70
- Jamie Vinod - 86.85
- Lauren Johnston - 86.30
- Maisy Taylor - 84.05
- Hamish Hawkins - 83.15
First in Diocese
- James Merkus -Engineering Studies
- Charlotte Shee - Hospitality
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Above State Average
22 courses above the State Average. Notable results being:
- 29 Band 6 results
- 75% of Industrial Technology students received a Band 5 or 6
- 75% of Music 1 students received a Band 5 or 6
- 76% of Community and Family Studies students received a Band 5 or 6
- 80% of Design and Technology students received a Band 5 or 6
- 89% of Drama students received a Band 5 or 6
- 100% of Visual Arts students received a Band 5 or 6
HSC Distinguished Achievers List
Congratulations to the following students who were recognised on the HSC Distinguished Achievers List.
| Abhishek Amada Danny Barratt Zoe Copeland Sophia Dominguez Keiana Dreelan Ella-Jasmine Gardner Eli Greenwell |
Ava-Grace Hawker Thomas Little Deegan Mason James Merkus Bailey Moore Gabriel Moore Hudson Potter |
Lucas Pynaert Charlotte Shee Maisy Taylor Alana Toogood Madeleine Tunbridge Aryan Vaishnav Aden Young |
HSC Nominations and Selection
ENCORE Nomination and Selection - Hudson Potter
- HSC Music Performance and Musicology
- Selected for ENCORE Musicology
SHAPE Nomination
Timber
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- Lara Crawley
- Hamish Hawkins
- Thomas Little
- Deegan Mason
Design and Technology
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- Lucas Pynaert
- Aden Young
OnSTAGE Nomination
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- Eli Greenwell - Individual Performance
- Teleah Hicks - Set Design
- Gabriel Moore - Video Drama
Year 7-10 Reports
Year 7-10 Semester 2 reports have now been issued via the Compass platform. These reports will reflect your child’s learning across the second half of the academic year and will consist of the following aspects:
- Common grade in each subject studied using the A-E Common Grade Scale
- Descriptors explaining your child’s Knowledge, Skills and Understandings in each subject as well as their Commitment to Learning descriptors, which are a reflection of their attitude to the learning environment. These descriptors are a fantastic reflection tool and acknowledge the relative strengths and areas for growth in your son or daughter's learning progression.
- Pastoral Care comment, which is a reflection of your child’s engagement in PC and aspects of college life throughout the year.
Mr Ian Lutton - Assistant Principal, Learning and Teaching
Ms Anne Marchment - Leader of Curriculum
Breeanna Stone
Food Services Manager
2025 School Travel Applications are Now Open
Students in the Opal network applying for an Opal card (including a Term Bus Pass) for the first time will receive their School Opal card at their nominated postal address from mid-January 2025.
Students progressing from year 2 to year 3 and from year 6 to year 7 do not need to re-apply if they:
- are continuing at the same school, and
- are residing at the same address, and
- have not been sent an expiry notification from Transport for NSW.
Where a student meets the new distance eligibility, the system will automatically update their entitlement. If they do not meet the new eligibility, they will receive an expiry notification.
Students who change address, school, campus location, have repeated a year or received an expiry notification for their school travel entitlement need to renew or update their details before the end of term 4. This will ensure that schools can endorse applications, so their travel entitlement can remain valid for the start of the 2025 school year.
Students who have an entitlement approved under a medical condition that is due to expire will receive a notification advising them to re-apply.
Term Bus Pass holders will receive a notification to re-apply.
In the Opal network, students should travel with a Child/Youth Opal card until they receive their valid School Opal card. If outside Greater Sydney, parents should contact their local bus operator to discuss their travel needs.
| Term 4 Week 9 Lunch Specials | |
| Monday | Bacon & Cheese Burger |
| Tuesday | Fried Rice |
| Wednesday | Beef Nachos |
| Thursday | Chicken Quesadilla's |
| Friday | Chicken Pumpkin Feta Salad |
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NO SPECIALS Week 10 |
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Note: From the commencement of the school year in 2025, Lunch specials will not be available on Mondays, and there will be an increase in pricing on some items.
The Canteen opens at 8.00 am every school day.
Breeanna Stone
Food Services Manager
St Joseph's Regional College has a number of different social media platforms. We would love for you to follow us.
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Website - https://www.pmreglism.catholic.edu.au/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SJRCPort
Instagram - @sjrcport
St Joseph's Regional College - 50 year Celebrations
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SJRC50years
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sjr50years/
Digital Ministry
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sjrcdigitalministry
Library
Website - https://pmreglism.libguides.com/home
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sjrcexchange
Instagram - Instagram - @sjrcexchange
Careers
Website - https://www.sjrcportcareers.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sjrcportcareers
Calling all budding photographers!
As part of the Jubilee Year, the Vatican is promoting an international photography contest, titled: ‘Sport in Motion’. It is for young photographers, professional or amateur, under the age of 25.
There are five categories: sport and hope, sport and family, sport and disability, sport and politics, and sport and ecology.
The winners will be awarded a meeting with the Holy Father, a visit to the Vatican Museums, a workshop in the Osservatore Romano newspaper and their photo will be published internationally.
Do you know a young person - student or teacher - who may be interested in entering this competition?
The deadline to enter is 30 April 2025.
St Agnes' Church Gospel Reflections
Fr Paul Gooley is continuing to provide Gospel readings and reflections via email and online Monday to Saturday for those interested in connecting with their faith in this way.
Click to watch Fr Paul's Gospel Readings and Reflections.
St Agnes' Parish News Bulletin
The Parish news bulletin will now be published monthly.
The latest edition is available via this link Parish News Bulletin
Mr Matthew Bushe
Assistant Principal - Mission
Display Night- Illuminate 2024
We sure did 'Illuminate' our student's hard work at this year's Display Night.
Congratulations to the Creative Arts and TAS faculties for putting on a spectacular "Illuminate" night. From the student work on display in the hall to the live music performances, to the food, to the performances in the two concerts, it was all to an amazing standard.
The students were so proud of their work and performances, and their families were beaming with pride and gratitude for all our teachers do.
Sincere gratitude to all staff who assisted on the day or in the evening with setting up, parking, welcoming, stage assistance, cooking etc. I could not have been prouder of St Joseph's Regional College staff; teamwork and supporting the college community are among our greatest strengths.
Enrolment 2025
It would be greatly appreciated if parents/carers could notify me at the College as soon as possible if their son/daughter will not be attending St Joseph's Regional College in 2025. We have a number of applications for places at the College for 2025, and it would be good to be able to offer places where known vacancies will occur. If you are relocating or moving your child to another school, please notify us. Thank you.
Mrs Tanya Daley
Principal
Alumni 'Class of 2020' - Zac Roach
Congratulations Zac - continuing a family tradition of service while training for your dream role is amazing! Reach for the stars!
Careers Pathway
HSC Nominations
We have received notification that Hudson Potter has been selected for his HSC Musicology at ENCORE. This is an outstanding achievement. Hudson will be formally recognised at the Sydney Opera House early in 2025.
Encore is a program of outstanding performances and compositions by students from the HSC Music examinations. It recognises the exceptional major works created by HSC Music Students, showcasing performances and compositions selected from the previous year's HSC exams.
Congratulations again, Hudson.
Macquarie University Year 11 Emerging Leaders Award
The Macquarie University Year 11 Emerging Leaders Award for 2024 goes to Bonnie Clarke and Jacob Hill. This award recognises Year 11 students who demonstrate academic achievement and outstanding contributions to school life. Along with the award comes opportunities in the form of an invitation to a Leadership Forum, access to HSC Study Lab, and exclusive invitations to Macquarie University events in 2025.
Congratulations, Bonnie and Jacob!
Senior Study Transition Day
Last Friday, all Year 10 students participated in a Senior Study Transition Day. The aim of the day was to set up each student for success in their studies next year.
Those students attending Newman Senior Technical College or other pathways participated in a series of hands-on workshops specific to competency-based learning and skills required to move into workplace settings.
Those students continuing with HSC studies at SJRC engaged in sessions on brain science, sleep, and study skills and spent some time with their senior PC teachers. We are grateful for CSU's support throughout the day.
'Save the Date'
2025 Japan Discovery Tour Zoom Information Meeting
We have had an amazing response from our call out for Expressions of Interest for the 2025 Japan Discovery Tour.
A Zoom Information Night for the 2025 Japan Discovery Tour will be held next Thursday, 12th December, at 6:00 p.m. for all families who submitted an Expression of Interest. The Zoom link will be sent out via the Compass App next week. It is important that you attend this information meeting to continue your application.
Year 7-10 Semester 2 Awards ceremony
The Year 7-10 Semester 2 Awards Ceremony will occur on Wednesday, 18th December, in the College Hall. The awards ceremonies will cover both the academic awards and service and spirit awards and will occur during the following times:
- Academic Award Ceremony: 9.15 am- 10.35 am
- Service and Spirit Awards Ceremony: 11.15 am- 12.30 pm
Families will be notified if their daughter or son is receiving an award by Friday, 13th December. These awards ceremonies are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the end of the academic year, and parents and other family members are strongly encouraged to attend. After the second ceremony, students will return to PC for 15 minutes and will then be able to leave early as long as a note has been provided to their PC teacher. Supervision will be provided for those students who remain at the College for the rest of the afternoon.
Year 7-10 Reports
Year 7-10 Semester 2 reports will be issued via the Compass platform on Wednesday, 18th December, from 2.00pm. These reports will reflect your child’s learning across the second half of the academic year and will consist of the following aspects:
- Common grade in each subject studied using the A-E Common Grade Scale
- Descriptors explaining your child’s Knowledge, Skills and Understandings in each subject as well as their Commitment to Learning descriptors, which are a reflection of their attitude to the learning environment. These descriptors are a fantastic reflection tool and acknowledge the relative strengths and areas for growth in your son or daughter's learning progression.
- Pastoral Care comment, which is a reflection of your child’s engagement in PC and aspects of college life throughout the year.
Parents will have an opportunity to discuss their child’s report with teachers on Thursday, 19th December, from 8.30am until 11.00am. If you wish to arrange a meeting with a teacher, please contact the front office to arrange a time.
Mr Ian Lutton
Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching
| Term 4 Week 8 Lunch Specials $6.00 | |
| Monday | Pasta Salad with Bacon |
| Tuesday | Roast Vege toasted Turkish sandwich |
| Wednesday | Beef Burrito Bowl |
| Thursday | Gourmet Sausage Dog |
| Friday | Chicken Schnitzel Salad |
The Canteen opens at 8.00 am every school day.
Breeanna Stone
Food Services Manager
2025 School Travel Applications are Now Open
Students in the Opal network applying for an Opal card (including a Term Bus Pass) for the first time will receive their School Opal card at their nominated postal address from mid-January 2025.
Students progressing from year 2 to year 3 and from year 6 to year 7 do not need to re-apply if they:
- are continuing at the same school, and
- are residing at the same address, and
- have not been sent an expiry notification from Transport for NSW.
Where a student meets the new distance eligibility, the system will automatically update their entitlement. If they do not meet the new eligibility, they will receive an expiry notification.
Students who change address, school, campus location, have repeated a year or received an expiry notification for their school travel entitlement need to renew or update their details before the end of term 4. This will ensure that schools can endorse applications, so their travel entitlement can remain valid for the start of the 2025 school year.
Students who have an entitlement approved under a medical condition that is due to expire will receive a notification advising them to re-apply.
Term Bus Pass holders will receive a notification to re-apply.
In the Opal network, students should travel with a Child/Youth Opal card until they receive their valid School Opal card. If outside Greater Sydney, parents should contact their local bus operator to discuss their travel needs.
| Term 4 Week 7 Lunch Specials | |
| Monday | Loaded Bacon & Egg Roll |
| Tuesday | Zucchini & Feta Fritters |
| Wednesday | Potato Salad |
| Thursday | BBQ Chicken & Bacon Pizza or Cheese Pizza |
| Friday | Asian Chicken Salad & Sesame Dressing |
| Term 4 Week 8 Lunch Specials | |
| Monday | Pasta Salad with Bacon |
| Tuesday | Roast Vege toasted Turkish sandwich |
| Wednesday | Beef Burrito Bowl |
| Thursday | Gourmet Sausage Dog |
| Friday | Chicken Schnitzel Salad |
Note: From the commencement of the school year in 2025, Lunch specials will not be available on Mondays, and there will be an increase in pricing on some items.
The Canteen opens at 8.00 am every school day.
Breeanna Stone
Food Services Manager
St Joseph's Regional College has a number of different social media platforms. We would love for you to follow us.
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St Joseph's Regional College
Website - https://www.pmreglism.catholic.edu.au/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SJRCPort
Instagram - @sjrcport
St Joseph's Regional College - 50 year Celebrations
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SJRC50years
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sjr50years/
Digital Ministry
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sjrcdigitalministry
Library
Website - https://pmreglism.libguides.com/home
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sjrcexchange
Instagram - Instagram - @sjrcexchange
Careers
Website - https://www.sjrcportcareers.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sjrcportcareers
Christ The King Community Celebration Sunday 24th November
Our parish community is wonderfully diverse, with many of us gathering together within schools, at chapels, and aged care centres throughout the year. Outside of our regular local gatherings, we sometimes hear about the wider community but rarely come together as One Body.
This Sunday, we will be combining all Sunday Masses so we can celebrate the Solemnity of Christ the King as One Body in a tangible way, with Mass here at the College at 10.00 am with food and festivities to follow.
We would love to have lots from our school community in attendance on this day. Many of our Senior Hospitality students will be here as well as many from the College Band Program and SSAPS Drumlines (junior and senior).
This is a valuable opportunity for students to demonstrate leadership and service within our Parish community.
We have approximately 700 people who have indicted they are coming to the special day.
All volunteers are asked to be at the College on Sunday at 8:30 am for a briefing. Please note that the carpark spaces in front of the Administration building will be reserved for those who are less mobile and disabled. Volunteers are asked to park at the rear of the hall in the carpark adjacent to the TAS Block.
For attendees of the day, parking attendants will direct you to parking on arrival.
Links:
- Please RSVP here so that we can ensure we cater for all
- If you would like to provide some entertainment with a performance, please complete this form
- If you can support this day by serving, please complete this form
Hamper Donation Day: Spreading Christmas Cheer
“Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love.” - St Mother Teresa
Friday, 29 November, is our designated Hamper Donation Day. Students are encouraged to bring in their donations on Friday if they haven’t already done so for this heartwarming initiative for local families in need.
Why Donate?
Our Parish Hamper Drive is a wonderful opportunity to spread Christmas joy to those in our community who may be experiencing financial hardship or going through a difficult time. By everyone donating a small item, we can make a big difference and brighten a family’s Christmas season. Our College will have nearly 30 hampers as part of the St Agnes Catholic Parish Hamper drive, which will see hundreds of families across the Hastings receive hampers in the lead-up to Christmas.
How to Participate:
- Bring Your Donation: On Friday, 29 November. Please bring your donation (which has been allocated or discussed in PC classes) to your PC class for checking off.
- Casual Dress: In line with the College Code of Presentation (page 12A of the student diary), students may wear casual clothes on this day, provided they adhere to the guidelines. Students may wish to wear festive Christmas attire that would be appropriate for such a day.
If You Can’t Donate: If you are unable to bring a donation on or before the specified day, please inform your child’s Pastoral Care teacher. Your understanding and support are greatly appreciated.
Let’s come together as a College community and make a positive impact on the lives of others. By donating, we can spread hope, joy, and the spirit of Christmas.
UPCOMING
● St Agnes Parish & Schools Christmas Hamper Drive with Hamper Donation Day with Out of Uniform - Friday 29th November
Mr Matthew Bushe
Assistant Principal - Mission
Year 7 2025 Orientation Day
Today, we were thrilled to welcome 225 enthusiastic Year 6 students from 18 different schools for their Orientation Day. This special day gave our future Year 7 students a chance to meet new friends, connect with their teachers, and get a taste of what to expect when they officially join our community next year.
The day was filled with excitement, including fun team-building games and a delicious BBQ lunch that brought everyone together. The atmosphere was buzzing with energy and anticipation as these young students took their first steps toward becoming part of our school family.
Thank you to Mrs Jennifer Furney, our Assistant Principal, Pastoral Care and to the Leaders of Student Wellbeing, in particular, Mrs Crilley, for organising the day and supporting our newest students where needed. We’d also like to extend our gratitude to the 38 amazing Year 9 helpers who guided and supported the groups throughout the day. Your leadership and kindness made the day even more memorable.
We can’t wait to see these bright, eager faces again next year as they begin their high school journey with us!
Enrolment 2025
It would be greatly appreciated if parents/carers could notify me at the College as soon as possible if their son/daughter will not be attending St Joseph's Regional College in 2025. We have a number of applications for places at the College for 2025, and it would be good to be able to offer places where known vacancies will occur. If you are relocating or moving your child to another school, please notify us. Thank you.
Mrs Tanya Daley
Principal