SJRC News in Brief: Term 2 Week 3 - 16th May 2025

We warmly invite all Year 8 students and their families to attend our Year 9 Information Evening on Monday 2nd June in the College Hall commencing at 6.00 pm This important event will provide valuable insights into the changes we are making to elective subjects available for Year 9 2026 and how these choices can influence each student’s learning journey through to senior secondary school.

As students move into Year 9, they have the opportunity to personalise their own learning and choose a pattern of study that is unique to their interests. The new elective short courses offer an exciting opportunity to explore these interests, develop new skills, and begin tailoring their education to suit potential career aspirations.

During the evening, we will outline the changes we are making to the traditional elective courses offered across Years 9 and 10 as we move to an expanded range of short course offerings in Year 9 and an expanded range of elective offerings in Year 10.

The evening will also provide an overview of educational pathways leading into Year 11 and 12, specifically focusing on the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC), including ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) pathways for university, and alternate options such as school-based apprenticeships, traineeships, and VET (Vocational Education and Training) courses.

We strongly encourage all families to attend and partner with us, as this evening marks a key milestone in each student’s educational journey.

Parent and Teacher Interviews - Monday 19th May

Parent Teacher Interviews for Year 8-10 students will be held on Monday, 19th May.

Bookings are now open.  To book an interview time, please go to our Compass App.

Free Parent Webinar: Boys and Young Men
Online 27 May 12.30 - 1.15 pm

For boys and young men, the internet can be a place where they seek connection, validation and guidance as they explore what it means to be a man today. However, it also exposes them to risks like concerning content, online exploitation and the growing influence of harmful ideologies.

This free webinar will help parents understand:

• Social and cultural influences shaping boys and young men.
• How boys engage online, build relationships and how they may be vulnerable to manipulation or exploitation.
• The impact of social media, gaming, and influencers on their attitudes, behaviours and sense of identity.
• Practical strategies to build critical thinking, challenge harmful narratives, and create open conversations that empower boys and young men to navigate the online world safely and respectfully.    

Register for this webinar here.

The African Children's Choir Returns to Port Macquarie!

We are excited to welcome 14 Ugandan UBUNTU AFRICA friends to our College this 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 Choir will also be participating in a Masterclass workshop with the group while they are here which is very exciting and participating with them in the concert finale at the Glasshouse.

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 SAPSS Drumline and Choir performers also.

Book your tickets now and be part of something truly special!  Glasshouse Tickets

College Leadership Team

Hard copy

The College has some hard copies of the Year 10 consent form. If required, please ask your child to collect the package from the College office.

A printable copy of the consent form is available below to download and print. This form has already been sent to Year 7. Year 10 families will recieve notification via the Compass App as soon as we receive the printable digital copy.

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