Dear Parents/guardians,

I write this final Newsletter article of 2023 and am amazed at just how quickly this year has gone by. My first at St John’s.

I am proud to say that the students are achieving good results and have an increased belief in themselves that makes me very proud. St John’s students are as good as any in the state, they just have to believe in that and work hard to achieve it, just as others are working hard around the state. Engagement in the classroom and student behaviour has also improved and is evidenced in our data.

We look to 2024 with two school goals :-

1. Improved student learning outcomes

2. Reviewing our catholicity, charism and foundations.

These will be the focus of the Staff professional development and collegial learning for 2024. 

LEADERS RETREAT

Bishop Brian invited our School Captains and Vice Captains to attend the inaugural Year 12 Student Leaders’ annual retreat. The focus of the retreat was Bearing Christ’s Love through your Leadership. Jaimi, Hugh, Bridget and Jett enjoyed the experience and especially enjoyed meeting the other captains from the Wollongong diocese.

PRESENTATION AWARDS ASSEMBLY

On Thursday 14 December, St John's 2023 Presentation Awards Assembly was held for 7 - 10 in the school hall. The whole school is to be commended on how they conducted themselves in the extremely hot conditions.

Congratulations to all of the students that received awards, both major awards and faculty awards. It was terrific to see so many of our students receiving awards. We would like to thank all of the parents, carers and family members that attended the assembly to see their child recognised for their hard work and dedication. 

SPECIAL AWARDS

Congratulations to our Special Award recipients that also received their awards at the 2023 Presentation Award Assembly. These students are to be commended on for their outstanding achievements.

HSC RESULTS - CLASS OF 2023

STAFF LEAVING ST JOHN'S

As we finish the school year, I also acknowledge the wonderful Staff who will be leaving the school and are moving (or have moved) to new schools or retiring. Their contribution has been greatly appreciated.

Our fulltime teaching who are leaving are :- Mrs Kinna, Mr Leishman, Mrs Fox, Mrs Castles, Mrs Whitehouse, Mrs Hodges and Mrs Sureau. I wish to thank all of these Staff for the dedication and commitment that they have shown to ensuring that your child has a quality education. They will be missed, but as in any school their replacements will be equally as dedicated.

I would like to thank very sincerely the members of the P&F for their work and support this year. These parents care greatly for their children’s education and for St John’s in general. Their advice and counsel had been so important to some of our major decisions. I trust this will continue next year and welcome all parents to consider attending the meetings. One per Term with lots of advertised warning.

I thank all of our sports and debating coaches for their extra investment of time for their teams. We had another successful year with many student excelling and gaining representative honours. An outstanding effort from our students. The co-curricula offerings at St John’s are enormous and the musicals, plays and drama events allow those involved to blossom. I also thank our staff who generously offer to support students on overnight events such as Bushcraft. That doesn’t happen in all schools.

Finally, I thank all of the parents that I have met over the last year. Educating a child is a partnership between the home and the school. You have made a choice to give your child the best chance to have a fulfilling and meaningful adult life. Thank you.

ADVENT 

The candle lit at Church last Sunday, the second Sunday of Advent, was the peace candle. John Lennon became a strong activist for peace in the latter part of his life and his song ‘Imagine’ became a peace anthem the world over. It has been recorded in numerous languages and the focus is not only on peace, but also on reflecting on the difference that you have made to make the world a better place. I ask the students to reflect upon this. How have they improved another’s life this year? Been a difference? A support?

 I wish all a wonderful Christmas break filled with happiness, family, friends and joy. Elsewhere in this Newsletter will be the mass times for the local Parishes. I encourage all to attend in this special time in the Church’s calendar.

God bless

Mr Wayne Marshall

SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM 2023
A brief note to inform parents/guardians and students about the Sacramental Program
running this year at St John’s.
Any students that would like to be baptised into the Catholic faith or receive the Sacraments
of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion or Confirmation, are invited to participate in the
Sacramental program that will be running during the year and in school time.
Please see the attached letter that accompanies this newsletter for further information.
Mark Fuller
Sacramental Program Facilitator

NOWRA PARISH 

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MILTON PARISH 

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UPCOMING EVENTS - 'IT'S CHRISTMAS TIME'

Wishing all our parents, students, and families a joyous festive season filled with peace, immense love, and prosperity. May the holiday spirit bring laughter, warmth, and magical moments to your homes. Here's to creating lasting memories and a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to the wonderful SJE family!

With heartfelt joy,

Ms Marcia Arenas

Year 10 Work Experience 2024

What a week! 

150 Year 10 participants

161 host employers

100% positive feedback from host employers

"Best work experience student we've had through the joint in a long time" Kennedy’s Auto Repairs

“Amazing, best student they have ever had, dressed superbly, asked lots of questions, very polite” Ms Kelly’s feedback from Basham Physiotherapy

“...fitting into the company's program very well and has been an assett all week.” Horses for Healing

“Very pleased with Noah's respectful attitude and effort. He was on time and ready to work each day. Fitting out a house, lots of observing. Pre fit-out - cutting out gyprock and assisting with tap connections.” Matthew Burke Electrical

“We see a lot of young people moving through our organisation, there is general lack of interest and motivation towards work. It was a pleasure to have [student] with us as he demonstrated that there is the opposite!. [Student] was very keen to listen and learn, the supervisors that he worked with were also very happy with him.” CASA Systems

“Everything is awesome with [student]. [Owner} says she is going fantastic and that she is very helpful!” Wellbeing Health Movement

“[Student] was exceptional. He was keen to undertake tasks that were set for him with enthusiasm. He often asked if he could assist on other tasks once he was finished with his allocated tasks, instead of waiting for us to provide more. He dressed appropriately for Court and participated in conferences with ease. [Student] was efficient when completing conference notes and court outcomes. [Student] was able to work without having constant supervision such that he was able to compile a brief to provide to counsel without having to be monitored through the entire process. Once completed, the task was done properly and in accordance with standard procedures. It was impressive for his first time.” Velasquez Legal

Students deserve a huge congratulations on representing the SJE community in such a positive light. Additionally, it's worth noting that some students may have secured casual work over the Summer break, showcasing their proactive approach. Meanwhile, others are eagerly anticipating potential apprenticeship opportunities that may come to fruition in 2024/2025. 

We're proud of the diverse aspirations and accomplishments within our student body and look forward to supporting their continued success in 2024.

Navy Aviation Prospect Scheme (NAPS)

Commander Matthew Royals presented with their certificates

Attending the 2024 NAPS end-of-year presentation on Thursday, December 7 was an incredibly rewarding experience for Ms. Lawrence, parents, and myself, instilling a profound sense of pride as we witnessed the students' remarkable overall achievements. 

Notably, Zach Tolhurst-Moon, Bill Shadforth, Max Royals, and Alex Duncan actively participated in every stage of the NAPS program, culminating in the final stage, LongLook. Throughout the past three terms, each student consistently showcased unwavering commitment, a strong sense of pride, and remarkable resilience in tackling the challenges presented to them over the last 10 weeks. It is evident that their immersion in this unique Navy program has equipped them with extensive knowledge about potential careers in defence and provided valuable insights on how to pursue and achieve these goals should they decide to follow this pathway

Congratulations to all of you!

There are alternative pathways into a course if a student doesn’t receive the ATAR they were hoping for, including our Foundation Studies program, certificates and diplomas. Use the pathways finder tool to narrow down admission pathways for a study area or course of interest and explore your options.

https://www.acu.edu.au/study-at-acu/acu-pathways/pathwayfinder

So where will you be at Twenty-Two?

UCAT Key Dates

Information below is currently provisional and may be subject to minor changes.  Candidates taking the UCAT ANZ in 2024 for entry to universities in Australia and New Zealand in 2024 should note these key dates (deadline times are in AEST - Australian Eastern Standard Time):  

• Concession Scheme & Access Arrangements open - 1 February 2024 
• BOOKING OPENS - 5 March 2024
• Concession application deadline - 10 May 2024
• Access Arrangements application deadline - 17 May 2024
• BOOKING DEADLINE- 17 May 2024
• Late booking deadline - 31 May 2024
• FINAL late booking deadline - 5 June 2024 
• Cancellation deadline - 10 June 2024 
• Testing begins - 1 July 2024 
• Last testing date - 9 August 2024 
• Results delivered to universities - early September 2024

Wesley Mission

Through a range of programs we can help you: 

• access safe and affordable accommodation 
• get support for mental health, addictions, family breakdown and/or financial stress
• access appropriate services and advocate on your behalf 
• explore options for medium and long-term housing 
• discuss and explore pathways to employment 
• develop a rental accommodation assistance plan 

We operate in locations across Sydney’s Inner West, as well as the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and Coffs Harbour. As well as accommodation support, Wesley Mission has a range of support services in each region to help young people facing homelessness or other hardships

Link here

Chemistry and Physics Bridging Courses are now closed for 2023 and will next be offered in Jan/Feb 2024. 

Mathematics Bridging course is OPEN for registration. Bridging courses offer you the opportunity to revise or strengthen your knowledge of HSC Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics so you can successfully manage your studies in year one of university. 

You lecturer or tutor will reasonably expect this assumed knowledge at the beginning of your studies. Undertaking the bridging course will ensure you’re not at a disadvantage if you do not have a strong background or any prior knowledge in one or more of these HSC subjects and intend on studying a degree that assumes knowledge of these subjects.

Link here

Essential Energy Aboriginal and Torres Strait Scholarship

Applications Close 15 January

Essential Energy is a NSW Government owned corporation, with responsibility for building, operating and maintaining Australia's largest electricity network-delivering essential network services to more than 800,000 homes and businesses across 95% of NSW and parts of southern Queensland.

Link here

Charles Sturt Accommodation Scholarships

Applications Now Open Accommodation Scholarships are between $2,500 $6,000 to help take the financial pressure off students looking to study on campus.

C.A.S Hawker Scholarship

Applications Open 4 December

Closes 5th January 2024

The Scholarship is available to Australian undergraduate and post-graduate students.

Scholarships are valued at up to $60,000 and contribute to the cost of residential fees.

Successful applicants are those who most convincingly demonstrate their potential as a future leader, the contribution they have made to their school and community and their academic ability, in keeping with the example

C.A.S. Hawker set as a leader and his contribution and service to Australia.

https://www.hawkerscholarship.org

 The University of Sydney Inspired by Business Gadigal Scholarship

An undergraduate scholarship valued up to $40,000 scholarship to support talented Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students to study an undergraduate business degree.

https://www.sydney.edu.au/scholarships/a/inspired-business-gadigal-scholarship.html

ACU Veteran Family Entry Program

This entry pathway is available to any partner, spouse, or child over the age of 18 of current/previous serving ADF personnel. Applications are handled on a case-by-case basis though as a rule of thumb 2-years of service is required. If you are unsure of your eligibility, we encourage you to contact one of our Student Veteran Services team to discuss further.

https://www.acu.edu.au/study-at-acu/admission-pathways/i-have-completed-military-service

UNSW's New Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours)

Developed in partnership with New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA), students will experience what it's like to teach from their first term of study. With a unique focus on professional experience from the outset, they'll graduate ready to transform the lives of primary school children.

https://www.unsw.edu.au/arts-design-architecture/our-schools/education/study-with-us/become-a-teacher

University of Sydney Pathways to Oral Health and Dentistry for Indigenous Students

Announcing the New $10,000 UNSW Advantage Award

For 2024, we’re introducing the $10,000 UNSW Advantage Award to support all students from low-socioeconomic areas as they transition to UNSW.

If you live in an eligible low-socioeconomic area, receive an offer from UNSW and enrol for Term 1 2024, you will be eligible to receive the $10,000 UNSW Advantage Award to support you in your first year of studies. Low-socioeconomic areas are based on IRSAD and IEO indexes of SEIFA criteria. 

Additionally, for 2024, all students who attend a Gateway school, apply through the Gateway Admission Pathway and enrol at UNSW will receive a $1,000 one-off payment to make the transition to uni easier, meaning you could be eligible for a total of an $11,000 award to make the most of your studies.

https://www.unsw.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/undergraduate/admission-pathways/Gateway/admission-pathway

UNSW Scholarships Open for Domestic Students

Year 12 students can start their scholarship applications now by registering for a UNSW Scholarships account here using their UAC Application number. Scholarships on offer include: 

• 2024 General Merit Undergraduate Scholarships for Commencing Students 
• Scientia Scholarship
• Academic Achievement Award (AAA) 
• Gail Kelly Young Women Leaders Scholarship 
• UNSW Indigenous General Merit Scholarship for Undergraduate Students Commencing Term 1, 2024 
• UNSW Women in Engineering Scholarship Program for Students Commencing Term 1, 2024 
• UNSW Engineering Rural Scholarships Program for Students Commencing Term 1, 2024 
• UNSW Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering Scholarships for Students Commencing Term 1, 2024 
• School of Chemical Engineering High Achiever Award 
• School of Computer Science & Engineering Scholarships for Students Commencing Term 1, 2024 
• UNSW Business School Merit Scholarships Program for Students Commencing Term 1, 2024 
• John Niland Scholarship 
• UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture Undergraduate Scholarships for Students Commencing Term 1, 2024 
• UNSW Science Undergraduate Scholarships for Students Commencing Term 1, 2024 
• UNSW School Of Mathematics & Statistics Undergraduate Scholarships for students commencing Term 1, 2024
• UNSW Law & Justice Undergraduate Criminology and Criminal Justice Excellence Award 
• UNSW Sport Scholarships- Term 1, 2024 
• Equity Scholarships 

https://www.uow.edu.au/study/scholarships/domestic/vc-leadership-scholarship/

TAFE

Financial Support for Apprentices - Trade Support Loan

A Trade Support Loan is an interest free loan to help you purchase trade tools and supplies while being an apprentice. You can borrow up to $24,492 (2023-2024), which is paid in monthly instalments. You will not have to repay your loan until you are earning an income above the minimum repayment threshold ($51,550 for 2023-24). Once you complete your apprenticeship, you will receive a 20% discount on your loan amount.

https://www.apprenticeships.gov.au/support-and-resources/financial-support-apprentices#trade-support-loan-1

Financial Support for Apprentices - Living Away From Home Allowance

If you have to move away from your parents’ or guardians’ home to take up or continue training as an Australian Apprentice you may be eligible for the Living Away From Home Allowance (LAFHA) to support you with the additional costs of living.

LAFHA is a weekly tax-free payment that reduces as you progress in your training:

•       In your first year of training you would receive: $77.17 per week
•       In your second year of training you would receive: $38.59 per week
•       In your third year of training you would receive: $25 per week

https://www.apprenticeships.gov.au/support-and-resources/financial-support-apprentices#living-away-from-home-allowance-3

New TAFE Course!

Dual Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystems & Marine Habitat Conservation and Restoration

https://resources.study-id.com/en-au/dualcerificateconservation

Supporting You Every Step of the Way with TAFE NSW

Get the help you need to succeed

The TAFE NSW Counselling and Career Development Service is free and confidential* and is designed to help you succeed in your studies at TAFE NSW, as well as in your chosen career.

Prospective TAFE NSW students are able to access the service to assist with course choice decisions and career planning.

Students enrolled with TAFE NSW are able to access a range of services to assist in career development and personal support.

https://www.tafensw.edu.au/counselling-career-development-services

TAFE NSW Sydney Wine Academy - The Very Best in Wine Education and Training

Proudly partnering with some of the leading wine education providers in the world, the TAFE NSW Sydney Wine Academy offers the very best in wine education and training.

Our team of highly respected industry experts include wine makers, authors, show judges and sommeliers. They draw on the skills and knowledge gleaned from years in the industry, both here and internationally, to take your tasting skills and wine knowledge to the next level.

Whether you’re currently in the industry and need to stay up-to-date on vital trends, or just want to impress at your next dinner party, an in-depth course at the TAFE NSW Sydney Wine Academy utilises the latest resources and study materials to demystify the world of fine wine.

TAFE NSW Sydney Wine Academy is located at 250 Blaxland Road Ryde NSW 2112. Phone: 02 7921 2399

https://www.tafensw.edu.au/sydney-wine-academy

TAFE - I Am Finishing School This Year Info Page

Whatever you're interested in, TAFE NSW has a pathway to get you there.

With hundreds of courses to choose from, including degrees, we can help you find your passion.

Find answers to questions like:

•       When do enrolment periods close?
•       What are the semester and term dates?
•       Do you offer payment plans?
•       What is a fee concession and exemption and who is eligible?
•       Can I study a degree at TAFE?
•       What course will get me into university?

https://www.tafensw.edu.au/open-day/i-am-finishing-school-this-year

TAFE NSW Degrees and Undergrad Certificates

You don't need an ATAR to study a degree with TAFE NSW, but you will graduate with a qualification that will change your future.

Study a Bachelor degree, post graduate or higher education qualification with TAFE NSW, and graduate with strong theoretical knowledge, practical experience and industry connections that will give you a head start on your career.

Plus if you have previously completed a higher education or vocational diploma or certificate qualification, you may be eligible for credit transfer or recognition of prior learning (RPL) towards your degree, which means you could graduate sooner. We also offer short courses comprising one or two subjects designed to meet industry requirements. Check out our short courses!

We also offer Undergraduate Certificates. Undergraduate Certificates are short courses requiring completion of just four subjects. They are designed to provide you with the professional skills and knowledge to move into new employment opportunities. If you decide to continue your studies, you will get recognition for the four subjects completed.

https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees

TAFE-delivered Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses help students build practical skills and industry-specific knowledge, and count toward school outcomes, with some courses contributing towards an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).

TAFE NSW TVET Guide 2024

NSW Police Force - Eligibility Quiz

Take the quiz to see if you may be eligible to commence an application to the NSW Police Force. ‘Aquatic Rescue Sequence’ certification: Applicants are required to provide certification of successful completion of the Aquatic Rescue Sequence. First Aid certification: Applicants are required to supply certification of completion of an approved ‘Apply First Aid’ course with at least 12 months currency remaining on certification. Typing certificate. Applicants are required to supply a recognized certificate of typing proficiency equivalent or greater than 25 words per minute at 98 percent accuracy.

GAP YEAR OPPORTUNITY

Letzlive Gap Year

As industry leaders and a respected partner of prominent schools, we provide overseas Gap Year opportunities for young people across the world. Since embarking on our own Gap Year, we can personally relate to the experiences had by our participants and provide ongoing support every step of the way with full-time staff located in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We believe the support we offer and how we place participants based on their skills and preferences are just some of the reasons why we are leaders in the Gap Year field. Over the years we have established solid relationships with over 200 prominent schools globally and several hundred placements annually. Let us guide you through the whole process so you can begin the best year of your life.

Link here

CCUSA CAMP COUNSELOR 2024 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

Summer camps in the USA are a tradition dating back more than 100 years. Every year almost 300 New South Wales participants head to the USA between June and August to work as camp counselors.

Check out Careers Google Classroom for more information.

PRIVATE COLLEGES

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music - Short Courses

The Conservatorium Open Academy offers many short courses designed to give people aged 16 and over the skills and knowledge to pursue their musical interests, curiosity or to find a creative outlet for their talents in a collaborative group learning environment catering for beginners right through to experienced musicians. Many of our short courses are taking by high school students to enhance their performance skill for HSC purposes.

Real Estate Institute of NSW - Certificate of Registration Cours

https://www.reinsw.com.au/Web/Courses/Course-Display.aspx?EventKey=VETQ02OLIN

William Angliss VET Information Session - Aviation 

6 December 

Take to the skies and become an airline cabin crew member in the Certificate III Aviation. Get certified in health and safety, technical and risk management training in only 6 months’ time. Travel to New Zealand for an industry- based excursion and perfect your customer service and hospitality skills alongside a cohort of passionate new aviation enthusiasts. 

Link here

APPRENTICESHIPS AND TRAINEESHIPS

Expression of Interest for Electrical Apprenticeships

The apprenticeship lasts for a total of 4 years. For the first three years, you will be required to work four days on site to gather on-the-job experience, and one day undertaking technical studies. The fourth year will consist of only on-the-job training.

Link here

Job Hunting Tips

Finding an Apprenticeship Searching and applying for an Australian Apprenticeship is very much like hunting for any job. An employer has to create a vacancy and decide to use Australian Apprenticeships as a way to employ and train their staff. The following steps will explain the process to get an Australian Apprenticeship from the preparation stage, to the time you begin your training

Aged Care Traineeship Vacancy

This is a great local opportunity if you are interested in aged care. 

Link here

Automotive Apprenticeships - Vacancies

Link here

Do you aspire to be a builder?

Register your interest for the course starting 27 November Want to be a carpenter? This is your best first step. Master Builders will help prepare you to become the best 1st-year carpentry apprentice.  This 3-week entry level training program provides an introduction into both the industry and a carpentry trade prior to commencing an apprenticeship.

Pre-apprenticeship Builder

Do you aspire to become a brickie?

Offer you the opportunity to study and earn an income while undertaking a qualification. It gives you the chance to learn new skills while getting paid. It can be done full-time or while you are at school through a School Based Apprenticeship. You can use your qualification to work anywhere in Australia and around the world. 

Brickies Apprenticeships

Junction Street / Cambewarra Mountain Medical 

We are seeking to employ a trainee in medical administration and wondered if you may have any school leavers who could be interested and suited to this position.

The position would most likely be a permanent 4 days/week (with a view to occasionally covering a 5th day or Saturday morning if required).

They would be employed as a permanent, and we would organise them and support to study the following: 

BSB30120        Certificate III in Business (Medical Administration)

The position will be based across our 2 practices, in Nowra and Bomaderry.

Starting date would be early December and payment will be above award rates and complying with all Fair Work requirements.

It is our hope to find a person who is looking for a long term career in Medical Administration, there are all sorts of possibilities for extra responsibilities and leadership for the right person.  Being IT savvy is essential, as is reliability, responsibility, motivation, maturity and common sense.

This is a welcoming friendly workplace who must operate as a team to provide the best medical care for our patients and workplace for our staff, so being a team player is a must. 

The job is complex and an ability to comply with privacy laws, policies and procedures and learn new skills in a fast and ever changing environment is essential.

We look forward to hearing from any potential candidates for this position, please have them send their CV and a short note introducing themselves to administration@junctionmedical.com.au

Gail Lloyd

Practice Manager

Transport for NSW Apprenticeships and Traineeships

Transport for NSW currently have a number of Apprenticeship and Traineeships open for 2024 in both metro and regional areas. Currently on offer are:

•       Business Traineeships
•       Bridge Construction Apprenticeship
•       Heavy Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship
•       Project Management Traineeships
•       Electrical Apprenticeship
•       Civil Construction Apprenticeship
•       Painting and Blasting Traineeship

A number of trainee roles are also available

https://jobs.transport.nsw.gov.au/go/Train-Crew-and-Customer-Service-Jobs/7831310/

A & D Tree Services - Trainee Arborist positions available

If you are interested in a career in Arboriculture with a leading employer in the area, please feel free to call A & D Services.

Requirements:

• Green P’s ( or will get them within 6 months)
• White Card
• Willing to get a Truck Licence asap.

Contact:

Trudi Langford

A&D Tree Services Pty Limited

Phone: 4423 6555

1 Central Avenue, South Nowra NSW 2541

CSS Engineering PTY LTD - Apprenticeship

CSS Engineering Pty Ltd is a metal machining workshop in South Nowra and they are seeking a full-time apprentice.

The job will involve:

• Cutting and preparing material for machining
• Using a variety of workshop machines, such as manual and CNC lathes and mills, grinders, guillotines and bandsaws
• TAFE course; Cert III Engineering-Mechanical Trade (MEM302205)

Sound knowledge of Mathematics is required to fulfil this role.

Contact Christina on:

Ph: 4421 2155

Email: christina@cssengineering.com.au

Superior Cabinets South Coast

Superior Cabinets South Coast is seeking a keen, hardworking apprentice. If you enjoy woodwork, this might be perfect for you. 

Contact Anthony on: 0412 179 552

Handy link for a range of job opportunities: Jobs Transport NSW

JOB VANCANCIES ! 

Tourism Local Navigator Pilot

The following vacancy available through the Tourism Local Navigator Pilot. If you are interested in a paid work trial or casual work in the hospitality and tourism sector, please send a resume, a short spiel about yourself and their disability and any wage subsidy information. Once the applicants have been collated and reviewed by the tourism business, you will be contacted regarding a time and date for the participant meet and greet. 

Please send any questions / concerns to:  Isabelle Gadaleta 

Email: isabelle.gadaleta@disabilitytrust.org.au

Support within the recruitment, onboarding and during the Pilot will be provided by the Tourism Navigators. 

Southern Hotel Berry

If you are looking for kitchen or front of house work, contact the Southern Hotel Berry.

They have jobs available in front of house and kitchen- this is kitchen hands and learning cold sections in the kitchen. 

Please contact Bridie on:

0479 016 153

Council Jobs

Local Government NSW offers hundreds of jobs and diverse career paths. Across professional, administrative, trade and outdoor roles. Learn more about the type of work, qualifications required and the jobs available now in over 100 councils across NSW & others interstate

https://www.careersatcouncil.com.au/

At Woolworths Group, we create better experiences together for a better tomorrow. Our diverse group of retail businesses are some of Australia's most recognised and trusted brands, and our team are at the heart of everything we do.

Apply here

Ms Marcia Arenas

Transition and Pathways Specialist

Term 4 in the CAPA Faculty has been an extremely busy one with showcase assemblies, Junior Creative Arts evenings and of course our EAT Theatre production. I would like to thank all of the CAPA staff for all of the incredible hard work they have put in to provide as many opportunities as possible for our students to shine. The set up for music with the instruments, sound system, rehearsals and sound checks requires an enormous effort by our wonderful Music staff Mr Christie, Ms Simis and Mr Malady. The Visual Arts exhibition on the junior Creative Arts evening required almost 400 individual pieces to be moved to the hall and then displayed. A huge effort by our amazing Visual Arts staff Ms Smiriglia, Ms Lambert, Ms Hayes and Ms Shirlaw. Finally thank you to all of the students who not only helped in the set for the assembly and evening but performed so magnificently as well. Thanks to all of our student creative artists for your dedication, hard work, persistence and courage to express yourself and simply be authentically you. You make all of our CAPA staff immensely proud of what you have achieved this year, thank you.

EAT Theatre 2023 Production 3 O’CLOCK FLAGPOLE

This year’s production of 3 O’clock Flagpole was an outstanding production. It explored the impact of bullying in schools and how we can unite and overcome the scourge that is bullying. It was a play that was both humorous and at times, challenging in its content. The lives and stories of each of the characters were played beautifully on stage by the year ten and eleven drama students. In fact, the entire production was created by the Year 10 Drama class with students designing set, costumes and props as well as playing a number of roles and Year 11 students operating sound and lighting for each of the performances. Year 9 students with the incredible assistance of Ms Rachael McKay ran the backstage and scene changes. Ms McKay was in fact the production manager and did an amazing job organising publicity, programs, backstage and a hundred other jobs. A big thank you to Ms Rachael McKay and thanks to all of the staff who helped out on each of the 3 performance evenings. Huge congratulations to the Year Eleven and Ten (EAT) students whose standard of performance was simply extraordinary and a wonderful way to finish the year.

VISUAL ARTS 

Year 7 and 8: Clay Masks and Fish Creations

The journey begins for our Year 7 and 8 students who have been engrossed in the tactile world of clay. With their hands as their primary tools, these budding artists have crafted intricate clay masks and fish sculptures.

Year 9: Printmaking and Digital Art

Students embark on a journey into the realm of printmaking and digital art. Simultaneously, they delve into the digital landscape, learning to express their artistic visions through software tools. 

Year 10: Clay Creations Take Center Stage

In Year 10, students revisit the world of clay, expanding upon their earlier experiences. This term, they have delved deeper into the medium, creating intricate and personalised clay artworks. The focusing on the natural world.

Year 11: The Journey to Year 12 HSC Body of Work

As students progress into Year 12, the spotlight is on refining their skills and developing a cohesive artistic identity. The groundwork laid in previous years culminates in the preparation for the Higher School Certificate (HSC) body of work. This pivotal year involves extensive exploration of themes, mediums, and techniques, setting the stage for the culminating exhibition in 2024. 

The art education journey at our school is a progressive and enriching experience that empowers students to explore, create, and express themselves. From the early stages of clay exploration to the culmination of the HSC body of work, each year level contributes to the holistic development of our young artists, nurturing a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

Mr Mark Burian

CAPA Coordinator

P&F HOLIDAY WISHES

SCHOOL FEE INFORMATION UPDATE

School Fee Information 2024

Keeping in touch with the Catholic Primary Schools within the Shoalhaven District.

Please select below links to the Shoalhaven Catholic Primary Schools websites.

St Michael's Primary School

St Mary's Star of the Sea Primary School