St John the Evangelist Catholic High School Nowra eNewsletter

YEAR 11 NEWS

It’s been wonderful to see Year 11 return to school with such enthusiasm. The commitment to their studies has been evident throughout the first half of Term One. While many students have been finding their way with their new subjects, on the whole, as a year group they have been really settled. Teachers are commenting on how the students are constantly questioning in classes which clearly highlights their focus on the St John’s Learning Dispositions of Inquiring and Connection.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Year 11 have also thrown themselves into connecting with the school community with over 60 students volunteering to help on Open Night which is an outstanding effort. Involving themselves in this type of event at school, as well as community events/volunteering outside school, will contribute to their Passport. I remind all students to get their passports signed whenever they contribute to community service.

Year 11 students are again well represented in JAG, PAX and Vinnies Youth and I encourage all students to take up the challenge of working with our Social Justice Groups to “be the change they wish to see in the world”.

UNIFORM

Whilst the year group as a whole is making every effort to ensure that the uniform expectations are met each day, there are still a small percentage that are choosing not to adhere to the St John’s guidelines around the wearing of jewellery, correct school and/or sport shoes, skirt length, hair styles and facial hair. PALS teachers will be issuing consequences for any student not meeting the school’s expectations. This also means jewellery will be confiscated until the end of term.

YOUTH MINISTRY LEADERS

The Year 11 Youth Ministry Leaders have had a busy start to the year with their involvement in the Ash Wednesday Liturgies. These students have taken on this significant leadership role with respect and dignity and are now preparing for the first Live Event on Wednesday 23 March.

2022 IMMERSION

Expressions of interest are now open to Year 11 students for the 2022 Catholic Mission Immersion to Darwin/Kakadu. Expressions of interest can be emailed to Mr David Muller: mullerd01@dow.catholic.edu.au

A parent information evening with Catholic Mission will be held at school on Monday 28 March. There are a limited number of places available. A selection process may be required.

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CREATIVE ARTS WORKSHOP

We wish to thank Fiona from S&S Creativity Unlimited for providing our Year 11 Visual Arts students with an engaging workshop, learning how to apply a variety of different techniques and mediums in their artwork.

BOOK CLUB

Year 11 student Florelise Caron has organised for a School Book Club, with students meeting in the library each Wednesday (Week B) lunchtime. Several Year 11 students have been attending the group and look forward to sharing their thoughts on the group's chosen book in the coming meetings.

Matilda & Logan

Year 11 student Matilda Sinclair and her partner Logan Marsh have been participating in the blessing of the Fleet. Matilda attended numerous activities such as dance, etiquette & interviews for the Princess of the Fleet.

On 18 December, Matilda was crowned 2021’s representative Princess of the Fleet, a great honour with 33 girls vying for the crown. Congratulations Matilda!

Sienna Clarke

Congratulations to Sienna of Year 11, with her recent huge achievement to win her first NSW Major junior golf tournament with a victory in the Harvey Norman Sydney Week of Golf! Sienna’s highlight was her last round, shooting 2 under par and bogey free! Another incredible achievement by Sienna! Congratulations!

Keira Buckpitt

Keira Buckpitt has been selected to represent Australia for surfing in the ISA World Junior Surfing Championships. The competition will be held in El Salvador May 23 to June 5 2022. This is a wonderful achievement for Keira and we wish her all the best.

Mrs Lynette Kelly

Year 11 Coordinator