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I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our staff, students and parents for another great term and wish them a very well deserved break!
As we come to the end of this very busy Term, we reach the halfway mark of the academic year for Years 7 - 10. Traditionally this is a time of formal reporting on the progress of the students to their families and a time for positive feedback and reflection.
I would like to share with you a personal mantra of mine that I have developed over the years; “the past is the past, there is nothing we can do to change what was, we can only focus on changing what will be.” It is important at this time to support our young people in their learning as they move forward in their educational journeys; taking pride in and celebrating their successes, supporting them with identified areas of improvement and helping them set direction for further development in their learning for the rest of the year.
A simple yet effective approach can be sitting down with your child or young person in your care, looking over their reports and getting them to reflect on their work in Terms 1 and 2. Some questions to ask could include:
- What is it that I want out of St Johns?
- What are three things that really worked well for me in Terms 1 and 2?
- What are 2 things that didn’t work well for me?
- What steps could I take to turn those two things around?
- Who are the people that could help me with this? And,
- How and when will I know if I am successful?
Once these reflective questions have been asked and answered, I have always found it a great exercise to have our young people write these in their diaries as reminders. Another great follow up exercise is to work with them in creating specific check-in points in Term 3 to see how they are travelling with their goals. This helps to create and sustain momentum and shows genuine care and interest.
Research shows that students who have a family that is supportive and interested in their studies, perform better than equally talented students with no home support or interest.
It’s not about doing the work with or for your child, it is about the time and presence that is generated by genuine interest and care.
If at any time you need additional support or information, please do not hesitate to contact your son, daughter or person in your care’s PALS teacher or classroom teacher via the school number.
Again, I wish you all a safe and peaceful break and look forward to seeing everyone bright eyed and ready to go in Term 3.
Mr James Eirth
OOAAA NOMINEES
JULY HOLIDAYS
Sunday 16 July: School Play - Fight With All Your Might the Zombies of Tonight - Matinee Performance @ 1pm
TERM 3
WEEK 1 (Week A)
Monday 17 July: Students & Staff Return for Term 3 ( Full Winter Uniform )
Friday 21 July: School Play - Fight With All Your Might the Zombies of Tonight - Evening Performance @ 7pm
Saturday 22 July: School Play - Fight With All Your Might the Zombies of Tonight - Evening Performance @ 7pm
WEEK 2 (Week B)
Friday 28 July: Diocesan Athletics Carnival
NOWRA COACHES INFORMATION - OPENING OF CAMMARAY DRIVE - 102 & 102X ROUTE SERVICES
Shoalhaven Council has posted an update advising the opening of Cammaray Drive, St Georges Basin is planned for early July 2023, subject to weather.
Nowra Coaches wish to advise that the reopening of this road will impact our 102 & 102X route services and some of our local school services.
Further updates and information can be found at https://www.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au/Projects-Engagement/Road-Works/Cammaray-Drive-St-Georges-Basin-Road-Closure
Route & Map information is available for these services via https://www.transportnsw.info//busroutes
If you would like to clarify any information, please contact Nowra Coaches on (02) 44 235 244.
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS - HOT CHOCOLATE
Year 12 student's will be selling Hot Chocolate on Wednesday mornings from 8am outside G3. All proceeds raised will go to Vinnies Winter Appeal. Please help St John's support this worthy cause and purchase a hot chocolate!
LATEST EVENTS
UNSW RURAL ALLIED HEALTH, MEDICAL SOCIETY
✨UNSW Healthcare Workshop! ? Year 9-11 students were eager to explore the world of healthcare during the session on Monday, July 26. A very talented group of students studying medicine, psychology, and exercise physiology shared valuable insights into the admission process and answered many burning questions. The event's highlights were the individual conversations about the industry and the hands-on clinical skills workshop, where participants got to use stethoscopes and learn basic first aid. It was a day filled with inspiration, learning, and very wise advice about UCAT preparation.
UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY OUTREACH PROGRAM
What a fantastic day! The University of Sydney explored the vast range of opportunities that are currently awaiting SJE students from Years 10, 11 & 12. Year 10 attained a greater understanding of the post-school pathways available, including university, and what factors to consider when selecting senior subjects. In addition, all students were given the information and tools to build an understanding of career paths, scholarship application processes, accommodation in the city, support networks, and of course the very busy social life further study offers. All in all, a highly informative event!
RURAL FIRE SERVICES - VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Celebrating the success of the South Coast Youth Volunteer program delivered by Regional Development Australia Far South Coast and the NSW Rural Fire Service in 2023! This Bushfire Led Economic Recovery initiative, adapted from the SYVI program, has been a game-changer for the South Coast region. The program focused on practical skills development, nurturing leadership, teamwork, and initiative among the participants. Students gained a deep understanding of basic safety, fire behavior, equipment use and care, teamwork, and effective communication. This program truly fostered qualities of community responsibility and service. Kudos to all involved! ??
CUPITT’S HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM DAY
Perfect Weather and Positive Student Engagement at the South Coast Centre of Excellence's Tourism and Hospitality Day at Cupitt's Winery! ☀️
The South Coast Centre of Excellence recently hosted a remarkable event at Cupitt's Winery, bringing together students interested in the tourism and hospitality sector with local business owners. With the beautiful weather as a backdrop, students had the opportunity to connect with professionals in a professional setting, seeking advice and guidance on post-school pathways. The enthusiastic participation and thoughtful questions showcased the students' eagerness to explore this industry. We extend our gratitude to Cupitt's Winery for their support in making this event a success. Stay tuned for more inspiring initiatives from the South Coast Centre of Excellence!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Book a Careers Conference Meeting
Calling all Year 10 students and parents/carers! If you're seeking guidance on career pathways and subject selections, let's connect. Simply make an appointment via Compass for a suitable time. Together, we can shape your future!
Year 10 Subject Selection TIPS:
Research, ask questions, and seek advice to ensure you are confident and happy with your decision. Use My Future, Job Jump and Career Tools to find out about different careers and investigate a little further about the prerequisites and assumed knowledge courses you’re interested in. With knowledge and understanding you will make the right subject choices.
Use your private email to register for Job Jump
Password: evangelist
JMC Song Writing Competition 2023
Closes 27 August
We invite participants to submit a demo of an original song (that they’ve written individually or as a team) and the lyrics to the song in written form (i.e. your lyrics written out in a word document). JMC Academy is proud to announce the 2023 songwriting competition for students across New South Wales, ACT, Victoria and Queensland in years 9-12. The aim of the competition is to highlight the talent of high-school songwriters from across the country and to showcase the creativity of young people. The demo can simply be recorded on your phone (we just want to hear the song performed!) and only include the vocals however instrumental accompaniment is encouraged. You’re welcome to record the demo in other ways too if you have the means.
YEAR 11 & 12 EVENTS
FREE On-campus Residential for Regional NSW Year 11 students
Regional NSW Year 11 students on an ATAR pathway are invited to join us on-campus in the September/October school holidays. This is your opportunity to explore our campus and prepare for future study at the University of Sydney. Expressions of interest for this program close June 29.
AFTRS VFX & 3D Animation June 26 to July 6, 2023
This course aims to demystify the visual effects and animation industry by providing a core understanding of the workflows, processes and tasks involved in contemporary digital visual effects, animation and post-production.
Conducted by industry leader and creative professional, Alexander Hoetzer, you will be prepared to engage with a wide range of creative industries, and in a wide range of tasks. Gain insider perspectives on professional creative processes which will help close knowledge gaps in foundational topics and provide and overall perspective of visual effects and animation workflows.
It doesn’t matter how close or distant your dreams are, it is always good to know more. And this course is designed to help you choose the right pathway towards your first production, your first job, or just so you know what is going on behind the scenes of a blockbuster.
Suited for:
- Anyone looking towards a career in visual effects or animation
- Filmmakers and other screen content producers looking to integrate visual effects
- Production management personnel who need know more
- This course is open to students aged 16 years and over (students under 18 must complete an Under 18 consent form).
2023 Tertiary Open Days
To find up to date information on Tertiary Open Days, go to the Year 12 Careers Google Classroom or check the SJE Careers Website.
UOW Early Admission Opens June 19 and Closes August 11
A significant difference this year is that there will be *no interviews* or any sort of in-person engagements. Our faculties have facilitated Early Admission for a very long time and have reached a place where they’re confident to make offers based on the information supplied in the students’ application.
Starting next week, UOW, in partnership with InspirationEd is offering free HSC Support sessions either online (starting next week) or in person (starting 3 July). These free sessions will be hosted by us, but *presented by experienced HSC markers*. More information and registration is at bit.ly/uowhscsupport23.
University of Sydney - Tahgara Winter Program
July 10 to July 14, 2023
The Tahgara (winter) Program is an intensive week-long residential program at the University of Sydney, designed to prepare Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Year 12 students for their final exams and equip them for their journey into higher education.
Students attend workshops presented by exam markers, expert tutors, faculty academics, and university staff and students. Designed to build educational capacity and motivation, students participating in the Tahgara (winter) Program will experience an individually tailored program, guiding them through scholarship applications, university pathways, exam preparation, as well as receiving one-on-one subject specific tutoring.
There is no cost for the schools or families of students who participate in the Tahgara (winter) Program. The University of Sydney will pay for travel, meals, accommodation and all other expenses associated with the program.
This program is open to all Year 12 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students completing their HSC this year.
ACU - Guarantee - Early Offers
Applications Open 24 July Guarantee your place at ACU, even before your Year 12 exams. The ACU Guarantee program offers eligible Year 12 students a place at ACU based on your Year 11 results
UOW Year 12 Subject Support Sessions
19-29 June Online 3-6 July On Campus The University of Wollongong (UOW) is committed to providing additional resources and assistance to help students reach their potential in the HSC. UOW wants to support students in the lead up to trial and final HSC exams. In conjunction with InspirationED, UOW are running two free HSC subject revision programs across June and July for current Year 12 students. This program has been designed to complement and add value to what is already being taught in the classroom. Students can select which subject specific sessions they want to attend, with both online and face to face options available. You can attend more than one session (all if you want!), and you can attend both the online and face to face options. The content delivered across both programs will be different.
Western Sydney University FREE HSC Study Sessions
25-29 of September Registrations Now Open
Delivered by highly qualified senior teachers with 25 free sessions across 16 key HSC subject areas, the sessions will include content analysis, tips and strategies, and a detailed exploration of key syllabus and curriculum areas. Students will also have the opportunity to sit a practice exam and deconstruction, with feedback and advice from experts.
Subjects covered include: English (Advanced and Standard), Community and Family Studies, Economics, Mathematics (Advanced and Standard 2), Geography, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Legal Studies, PDHPE, Modern History, Visual Arts, Physics
Macquarie University Year 12 webinar series
Join us for our Year 12 webinar series to learn everything you need to know about university – from applying and exploring our courses and entry programs, to reducing Year 12 study stress and leaving home.
19 July - Relocating to Macquarie
https://page.mq.edu.au/FS-UG-WEB-2023-05-1689--Year12WebinarSeries.html
UTS Up to 5 Adjustment Point for Work Experience
You may be eligible for up to five adjustment points if your work experience relates to the course you are applying for. Complete the employment question in your UAC application so your work experience can be considered for specific courses in: • Engineering and IT • Business • Science
ACU I am an elite athlete or performer
We’re here to help level your playing field. If you take part in high-level activities in sports or the arts, you might be eligible for ACU’s Elite Athlete and Performer Program (EAPP). Learn more about EAPP benefits and services, check your eligibility and find out how to apply. The Elite Athlete and Performer Program (EAPP) is designed to give students who are top sporting or artistic performers the tools they need to achieve balance across their active and academic lives. The program comes with a range of benefits, including: • adjustment factors to your entry score • priority class allocation • academic support and flexibility (deferred exams, extensions, special considerations) • access to financial scholarships and competition/travel grants • networking and career development opportunities
TAFE
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).
Information Sessions for Students & Parents
BiG Day In Newcastle | 30 August 2023 BiG Day In IT Careers Conference for students Years 9-12 @ University of Newcastle on 30 August 2023. Speakers include Microsoft, Mudbath, WiseTech Global, Westpac, Glencore Mining, & more talking about careers & the future of technology. Exhibitors include ACS, Wisetech Global & more. Tickets $10 for students. http://www.thebigdayin.com.au
OELLEN | A Day in the Life of a Hydrographer Find out about what it’s like to be a Hydrographer in this video https://youtu.be/MXTyezFV5dU
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.
JOB VACANCIES!
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 fulfill this role.
Contact Christina on:
Ph: 4421 2155
Email: christina@cssengineering.com.au
Guzman y Gomez in Nowra (Plunkett St and Princes Highway)
Currently Guzman y Gomez is seeking staff for their new store. If you are interested, please contact:
Marcela Soler Grillo on 0402189168.
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
Sydney Trains Expression of Interest - Apprentice and Traineeship Programs (2024 Intake)
Register your interest in our Apprentice and Traineeship Programs.
Are you looking to start a new career where you can combine hands-on practical learning with theoretical technical training that will develop your skills and set you up with a well-paid job and rewarding career for life? Then becoming an apprentice could be just for you.
The Apprentice Program combines paid work and structured training, allowing you to learn a trade and receive a nationally accredited qualification while working.
Possible trades:
- Telecommunications
- Signal Electrical/ Electrical
- Substations
- Rail Traction
- Rail Maintainers (Electrical and Mechanical)
- Bridge Carpentry
- Business Traineeship
- Civil Construction
- Heavy Diesel Mechanical
- Electrical
- Project Management
Ms Marcia Arenas
Transition and Pathways Specialist
CLASS MASS - TERM 2
WEEK 10
Mass on Wednesday 28 June was celebrated by Fr Tiziano and attended by 9REK and 9REL in the St John's Chapel.
Mr David Comensoli
Religious Coordinator
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
Educating your child is a shared responsibility between teachers and parents, hence it is important for parents to have conversations with their child about their learning so that they are informed.
Year 7 Semester 1 Reports are now available on compass for parents/carers. Take the time to talk to your child about their report.
In PALS we will be working with the Year 7 students to set goals around what areas of their learning they would like to improve on (after reflecting on their report) and how to go about achieving this goal. It would be good if you could discuss this with your child so that you can support them at home in achieving this goal.
If you are having any problems accessing your child's report, please contact the school either by phone or email - info@sjedow.catholic.edu.au, and our amazing administrative staff will be able to help.
FOUNDATION DAY
I was so impressed with the way that Year 7 fulfilled their responsibilities supporting and manning their PALS groups stall for Foundation Day. It is a special day for the St Johns community and Year 7 embraced the opportunity to be part of this special day.
G'DAY MASS AND MORNING TEA
I would like to thank the extended family that came to join our school community for “G’Day Mass”. These shared experiences form special memories for everyone and strengthen connections for students and the special people in their lives.
Year 7 Coordinator
I would like to thank ALL the parents that attended the recent subject selection evening. The positive involvement of parents is key to a child’s happiness and success and the presence of so many parents augurs well for our students in the future. Student subject selections should be completed by the 29th June. In addition, final selections need to be printed and signed by parents and returned to their PALS teacher by this date.
Another focus for the evening was providing information for parents on how to manage and support their children when dealing with cyberbullying and access to social media
The link below was provided as a resource for parents. This website helps answer questions such as What to do if your child is being cyberbullied? and I am worried my child may be bullying others.
Your child may not tell you if they are experiencing bullying behaviour online because of a fear it might make things worse for them or they may lose access to their devices and the internet. The website has case studies that look at different experiences of cyberbullying and what parents can do if their child is being cyberbullied.
https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/issues-and-advice/cyberbullying
It is important for students and parents to work together in having a “healthy” relationship with social media and ensuring that their child has a regular break from accessing devices. Consider your child’s screen use in the context of their overall health and wellbeing. For example, is online time getting in the way of their sleep and exercise? Is it impacting their face-to-face connections with family and friends? Is it impacting on the time available to complete school work? The answers to these questions will guide you and help strike the right balance of online and offline activities for your child.The website below will provide you with the information to help you support your child manage a healthy relationship with social media
https://www.esafety.gov.au/education-resources/iparent
Some of the strategies suggested include:
- Involve your child in creating a family plan for leisure and entertainment time that balances time spent sitting in front of screens — including time online and watching TV — and a variety of offline activities.
- Work out the plan together. Young people are more likely to respond to rules they have contributed to and see as being fair and consistent.
- As well as agreed age-based time limits, the plan could include rules about which websites can be visited and online games can be played. It could also include control of access to the internet or devices, perhaps with daily passwords revealed once family time, homework and chores are complete.
- A minor reduction each day or a ‘15-minutes to switch-off’ warning can help the transition to a more balanced use of time.
This may require parents to make some decisions that may challenge the relationship with their child but as Isaac Slade from “The Fray” sings - “sometimes the hardest thing and the right thing are the same”
Looking forward to continuing our ongoing collaboration!
“With strong minds and gracious hearts”
Ms Wendy Isemonger
Year 8 Coordinator
SCHOOL PLAY
Director’s Opening Note
Welcome all and one, bar no one, as we aim tonight to bring you a bit of fun.
Tonight’s delectable degustation of delights begins with a tasty telling of a few urban myths that whilst imagined by some to be a bit tall in the telling of the tale may well have more than a grain of truth.
Our next course reveals itself to be a modern interpretation of a classic, The Tell Tale Heart. Originally concocted by Edgar Allem Poe, it tells the story of a rather demented man who decided that he would kill his landlord for having these horrible pale blue eyes, and then buries him beneath the floorboards. Then the police arrive and the tenant is so racked with guilt he imagines he can hear the landlord's heartbeat beneath the floor beating louder and louder and confesses to the police. Our version is cooked up within our very own school and is rather tasty.
The main course tonight is FWAYMTZOT. Strange things are afoot in Lostown Wolves are howling, cats are meowing, dogs are barking, birds are squawking, mice are screaming, rabbits are roaring and children…….. are even more appallingly lethargic than usual. How disgusting! Even worse, they are starting to say the same things, wear the same clothes, doing really bad dance routines and posting them on Tik Tok and meeting up after school to drink decaf-mocha-latte-soy-frappuccinos. Seriously?! In fact it is like they are turning into zombies and it will come as no surprise that tonight, yes tonight, is the Night of the Zombies, a fateful occurrence that happens once every 200 hundred years. It is time for all in Lostown to Fight With All Your Might The Zombies Of Tonight!!!
PERFORMANCE DATES
TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE
HANNAH PHILLIPS - YEAR 9
NETBALL UMPIRES - PRIMARY SCHOOL DIOCESE GALA DAY
Thank you to the following students for your assistance at the recent primary school netball dio gala day in Berkeley.
The umpires all represented the school brilliantly and the CEO received positive feedback from the primary schools, parent spectators and students commending them on their patience, netball knowledge and willingness to help the primary students develop their netball skills and understanding of the game.
OPEN HOCKEY
The open boys and girls hockey teams competed in the Diocesan Championships on Monday 19 June, braving the icy winter morning in Narellan.
OPEN GIRLS
The open girls team played with great spirit, teamwork and enthusiasm, coming away with a mix of wins, draws and losses on the day. A great day was had by all, and many of our students put themselves out there to try something new which is pleasing to see.
OPEN BOYS
The open boys team were feeling confident as they stepped onto the frozen Narellan turf. In a game against Holy Spirit captain Samuel Phillips linked up with hockey veteran Matthew Page to release Adam Staunton down the right side of the field for a great goal and a 1-0 victory. Eager to go the boys turned up for their second game and were pressured hard by St Josephs who had the better of the play, but they didn’t account for Riley Mason’s exquisite stick skills slotting home the winner the game again finishing 1-0. St Benedicts were next and unfairly actually had a lot of their team made up of actual hockey players; some great keeping by Noah Sheehan kept the score respectable Johnnies going down 4-0.
Despite the last game the boys were feeling confident and apparently generous. Corpus hadn’t scored a goal yet so Arabici Talty decided to put one in for the opposition and another goal was scored from a deflected Johnnies stick 0-2. Many would see this as a loss but not this team adding 2 new goal scorers to the ever growing list. Due to goal difference we missed the semis and played off for 7th against Mt Carmel easily accounting for them 3-1 with Tom Brookes taking credit for at least 2 of these goals. Many thanks to Matthew Page, Thomas Brookes and Alexander Evans for umpiring on the day. All in all it must be said that hockey was the real winner on the day.
JUNIOR GIRLS SOCCER KNOCKOUT
Please see below the 2023 Flyer to promote NSWCCC individual pathways and the process for registering through the CSNSW Sport website for students and parents information.
Please feel free to contact our school with any questions.
Once you have nominated, Compass will provide you and your team with permission notes to complete. If team members fail to return these notes in a timely manner, your team's entry may be withdrawn.
NAIDOC WEEK ASSEMBLY AND MORNING TEA
PAST AND PRESENT STUDENTS REFLECTIONS ON NAIDOC CELEBRATIONS
What does NAIDOC mean to me
NAIDOC means to me, celebrating my culture, embracing my heritage and sharing it with others.
Kiah Shine - Year 12
Mr Stuart Brunsdon, Aunty Jo, Aunty Chris and Uncle Archie, Aunty Deb, Mrs Kiri Larter and Miss Katelyn Nye
Gooroon Team
Third time’s a charm. With much anticipation we held our annual SJE Athletics Carnival at Shoalhaven High School on Tuesday, 20th July. We were blessed with a wonderful day of weather and excellent conditions. Some amazing results were achieved, with an outstanding number of students participating on the day, each displaying the true spirit of St John’s. Congratulations to our school record breakers as listed below. Many thanks to the staff and student helpers who kept the day running smoothly. In particular, thank you to all of the parent helpers on the day, who assisted with time keeping and judging.
NEW SCHOOL RECORDS;
- Lilly Moore U12 Girls Javelin - 16.30m
- Lilly Moore U12 Girls Discus - 23.72m
- Hannah Brian 17+ Girls Long jump - 4.43m
- Nicholas McGill U15 Boys 1500m - 4:36.07
- Airlie Stevens U12 Girls 1500m - 5:35.39
- Taj Barrett U15 Boys Discus - 40.15m
- Taj Thomas U12 Boys High Jump - 1.40m (previous record 1990)
- Nate Rees Junior Boys Triple Jump - 10.36m (new age event)
- Lily Sproule Junior Girls Triple Jump - 8.98m (new age event)
The Athletics Age Champions for 2023 will be published and acknowledged in the next school newsletter. The Wollongong Diocesan Athletics Carnival will be held on Friday, July 28th at Campbelltown Athletics track. A final team list will be posted on the Representative Sport Google Classroom page.
Well done to McCabe on being the 2023 House Cup winners!
The results were as follows:
6th place - Chisholm
5th place - Benedict
4th place - MacKillop
3rd place - Polding
2nd place - Purcell
1ST PLACE - MCCABE
The year 12 house captains shared their Athletics carnival experience and their favourite part of the day below:
BENEDICT
Many setbacks throughout this year for the Athletics carnival have fueled all competitors with house spirit, determination and a common goal – for the Bulls to win! The day had beautiful weather with strong winds of Benedictian glory! It was a great day to take a breather from normal school life and with great participation throughout the day across both the track and field events Benedict made sure that their name was known throughout the carnival. The day ended with Benedict winning the Intermediate Relay and great efforts in both the Junior and Senior Relays.
Robert Mclean and Elizabeth Coulthart (Benedict House Captains)
CHISHOLM
The 2023 SJE athletics carnival was filled with wonders as the mighty Chisholm team poured blood, sweat and tears into every event. It was amazing to be able to enjoy our friends' company without schoolwork, and it was even better to see so many people from Chisholm participating. The day ended far too soon, with Chisholm WINNING the junior relay and placing SECOND in the intermediate & senior, well done team! A big thanks to all who contributed to the day, you definitely made it Chisholm’s best athletics carnival.
Arabici Talty and Caitlin Fairs (Chisholm House Captains)
MACKILLOP
On the 20th of June, the school participated in the 2023 Mackillop School athletics carnival. It was an outstanding event that demonstrated the athletes' talent, dedication, and unity. The unbroken house spirit made the day a remarkable celebration of the skills present at St John's, despite the chilly start to the day. The participation of Mackillop exceeded the rest, as purple was prominent in every race and field event, securing numerous victories in a variety of events. We would like to thank everyone who was involved in making this the best athletics carnival yet.
Dylan Johnstone and Matilda Sinclair (Mackillop House Captains)
McCABE
After 2 cancelled dates for the athletics carnival, the sun finally came out on the 20th of June to make for a great day for our 2023 athletics carnival.
McCabe’s usual display of athleticism shone through during the senior relay where Ruby, Kate, Denzel and Oscar took out the competition - including 2 teachers teams. Not only were our seniors at their best - it was encouraging to see so many McCabe juniors getting involved and trying their best. The track events were buzzing with blue, with many of our Year 7’s and 8’s dominating. MVPs of the day include Maluane Poleka, Jake Swan, Ruby Marshall, Bridget Fairs, Julian Gentile and Kate Drinkwalter. Thank you McCabe for another great carnival and giving it all you got.
Blake Gasnier and Grace Hartigan (McCabe House Captains)
POLDING
Robbie roared the Polding chant as we marched over to Shoalhaven High School in high spirits. Polding powered out the BBQ with the most volunteers out of all of the house groups, cooking up a storm of bacon and egg rolls and sausage sandwiches. The sun was shining and the conditions were optimal for Polding’s extraordinary participation in both the track and field events across all year groups. Year 12 Polding went out with a bang in their final carnival, special mention to: Byron blitzing the 200m sprint, Raphie reigning supreme in the long jump, Bela’s brilliant shot putting, Chloe carving up the running track, Liam who leapt over the finish line, Adam’s angelic high jump performance, Lachlan’s lightening relay and Imogen who faltered in an intense sprint competition against Mrs Berryman. The athleticism of the junior Polding was strong as always, seeing Polding dominate in the relays and finish in a strong position at the end of the day. A big thank you to everybody who dressed up, got involved in the events, and showed some house spirit. GO POLDING
Byron Tretheway and Amelia McCarthy (Polding House Captains)
PURCELL
This last athletics carnival was definitely one to remember. The day was amazing, seeing the younger years and older groups join in on events and making it a great experience for everyone. With competitiveness in the air, and a bit of house rivalry it built up to a great day. A favourite part of the day would have to be seeing Purcell dressed up and ready to win, while some were dressed in house colours and others tried to have the best costume of the day. Besides some friendly competition between the other house captains, the day just kept on getting better with the canteen selling milo cups and egg and bacon rolls. Purcell exceeded expectations with being amazing in all the events and giving everything a go. Special thanks to Ryan for helping put the relay teams together and everyone who ran in the relay’s and participated in both track and field events. Purcell did great! Thanks for a great carnival, GO PURCELL!!!
Cameron Hertzberg and Annabelle Morrison (Purcell House Captains)
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UGANDA REFUGEE ORGANISATION - KWETA
Last Friday 23 June Kweta, a Ugandan refugee organisation visited St John's as part of Refugee Week. They informed students and staff through story, music and dance about their journey to Australia as refugees. St John's and CCCHS donated a number of IT items which will be used by refugee students in Sydney and also by students at a Catholic High School in Uganda. The St John's students that attended engaged with respect and enthusiasm and are to be commended on their participation.
SRC MEETING - WHAT DOES A GRADUATE OF ST JOHN'S LOOK LIKE?
The SRC Meeting was held on Thursday 29 June where the students brainstormed 'What does a graduate of St John's look like?'.
UNO COMPETITION
Congratulations to the students who took part in our very relaxed UNO competition held on Thursday 29 June at school. I think some of us are more “competitive” than we think we are!
Competitors who took part were:
Annabelle Woelk, Bridie Glover, Grace Stevens, Emily Grasso, Josh Evans, Orlando Alvarez, Alexander Levesque, Jack Dove, Hannah Phillips, Aurora Boatswain, Keyaan Perkins, Mr Leishman, Michael Finsden, Mark Hodges, Georgia Syzmoniczek, Matilda Sutton, Addison Nicholls, Matilda Briggs, Sia Kapetanos, Ashley FullerThe results were as follows:
3rd Place: Grace Stevens and Emily Grasso
2nd Place: Matilda Briggs and Addison Nicholls
1st Place: Ashley Fuller and Sia Kapetanos
YEAR 8 GEOGRAPHY
The 8.K Geography class conducted fieldwork testing the water quality of Browns Creek which runs through the school grounds, and Nowra Creek, under the highway. The general quality was found to be good but it was decided more education about the waterways for locals would help further improve it.
YEAR 9 - SEMESTER ONE WRAP UP
YEARS 9, 10 & 11 DEBATING TEAMS - J.A THOMPSON HISTORY DEBATING CHALLENGE
YEAR 10 PASS STUDENTS - BRONZE MEDALLION
YEAR 10 PASS STUDENTS - THANK YOU
On Thursday 29 June, Year 10 PASS students were involved in running events for the junior students at the St Michael's athletics carnival. They were amazing role models for our school and are to be commended on doing such a terrific job!
YEAR 11 & 12 INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY & CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY VISITS
YEAR 12 - CAITLIN FAIRS
YEAR 12 - SHOALHAVEN EXCELLENCE IN VET AWARDS
On Wednesday 28 June St John's attended the Shoalhaven- Excellence in VET Awards, which honours the hard work and dedication that all the students across the Shoalhaven put into their VET courses and Work Placements.
- Madison Doosey- Human Services Nursing (SBAT)
- Madison Doosey- Hospitality
- Jessica Munro- Human Services Aged Care
- Logan Marsh- Fitness
- Harry McAlister- Construction
- Bradley Church- Construction
Logan Marsh "Shoalhaven VET Student of the Year" -Fitness
YEAR 12 CHEMISTRY - NSW SCHOOLS TITRATION COMPETITION
YEAR 12 GEOGRAPHY - JERVIS BAY
Last week the Year 12 Geography students spent an awesome day at Jervis Bay undertaking fieldwork related to both their Economic Enterprise case study, Wobegone Freedive, and their Ecosystem at Risk case study, the Great Southern Reef. Students had the opportunity to take part in a freedive session with Woebegone and those that did thoroughly enjoyed it. The weather was glorious and visibility in the water was amazing.
She had an excellent game across half-forward and through the midfield, while gathering 17 disposals and 3 clearances. You are a star Mel! 
MUSIC TUITION
Ms Abbey Baker/Mr Michael Christie
Mrs Jacinta Davis
P&F Parent Liaison & Publicity Officer
Below is the Canteen Roster for Term 3.
VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED WHERE THERE ARE SPACES!
If you can assist on these days or any day please contact the school office on 4423 1666 or email the school on info@sjedow.catholic.edu.au
If you are available to assist in the canteen as a volunteer for Term 3 please contact the school office on 4423 1666 or email the school on info@sjedow.catholic.edu.au.
Alternatively fill in the form on the school website under canteen in the Parent Info section.
Keeping in touch with the Catholic Primary Schools within the Shoalhaven District.
Please select below links to the Shoalhaven Catholic Primary Schools websites.
SCIPA DANCE WORKSHOPS - JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
SHOALHAVEN CITY COUNCIL - SHOALHAVEN RIVER MANAGEMENT WORKSHOPS AND INFORMATION SESSIONS
As you may be aware, Shoalhaven City Council is currently preparing a Coastal Management Program (CMP) to help manage and protect the Lower Shoalhaven River. The project has recently completed Stage 2 which involved identifying key risks, vulnerabilities and opportunities for the long-term strategic management of this estuary.
The CMP has now entered Stage 3 which involves identifying and evaluating opportunities to address coastal risks consistent with management objectives. As part of Stage 3, Council is inviting you to upcoming workshops that will help build upon identified issues, concerns and opportunities for the Lower Shoalhaven River Estuary. Your feedback will help shape the CMP and ensure support, feedback and suggestions are captured.
Below is information about the two workshops and drop-in information sessions that will be held on 25 and 26 July 2023 and the link to register for the workshops:
