SJRC Newsletter: Term 4 Week 8 - 6th December 2024
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
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
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
Requisites for Year 7 2025 and Years 8 to 10 2025
Mr Ian Lutton
Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching
End of Year Attendance
As we approach the end of the school year, I want to remind everyone of the importance of daily attendance. Each school day is a valuable opportunity for learning, celebration, and connection.
We have many exciting activities and ceremonies planned to wrap up the year, and your child’s presence is essential. Attendance at all events is compulsory, and it ensures that your child doesn’t miss out on these meaningful experiences.
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to your child’s education. Let’s finish the year strong together!
Mrs Jennifer Furney
Assistant Principal - Pastoral Care
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.
Karyn Mooney
Teacher/Librarian
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
| 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
Encounter Youth
Where: The Youth Hub
When: Every Friday from 5:30-8:00pm
What do we do: Dinner, games, and a great time
Who can come: You and your mates
Cost: $5.00
Encounter Christmas Party - Friday 13th December
Tis the season to be jolly, and we are wrapping up 2024 with a jolly old Christmas Party.
If you haven’t been to Encounter for a while or have wanted to come but haven’t had the chance, this is the night to come!
There will be delicious food, Christmas challenges, carols, and a little Christmas pressie game.
- Bring a plate of something to share (DM @encounter.PMQ what you’re bringing)
- Bring a $5 gift for the present game
Ignite Summer Camp: 8-12 January
St Agnes’ Parish Group registrations for Ignite Summer Camp are officially closed. Check out our Instagram account @encounter.PMQ to see what our group of 12 get up to.
If you or someone you know still really wants to attend, please contact our Youth Coordinator: Zac Parnell (M 0487 971 744) ASAP.
Zac Parnell
Youth Coordinator
St Agnes' Catholic Parish
49 Hay Street, Port Macquarie NSW 2444
T 02 6588 7444
E zac.parnell@stagnesparish.org.au
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Tennis NSW, in partnership with local tennis clubs, are delivering FREE Rally As One tennis events next week!
Join us on Friday 13th December from 4pm for a day filled with Food Trucks, Kids Activities, Live Music, Tennis Activations, and the United Cup prizes!
These Rally As One events, funded by the Australian Tennis Foundation, are taking place in bushfire-affected areas in Northern NSW.
