Term 4 Week 4 - 4th November 2022

Year 11 Semester Two Awards

This week, we acknowledged the academic achievements of our Year 11 students as they have now completed their Year 11 coursework. While this year's current Year 11 cohort is still known as 'Year 11' they have, in fact, commenced their HSC coursework. I spoke to Year 11 and encouraged them to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle outside of school during the next 3 terms; finding balance as they move towards their HSC examinations.

Thank you to the parents and friends who were able to join us for this celebration. Well done Year 11 and keep challenging yourself academically.

St Joseph’s Regional College Spirit Award
- Sponsored by Bunnings, Port Macquarie

Our College prayer aims to capture all that we stand for at St Joseph’s Regional College. It speaks of respect, justice, faith, striving for excellence and preparing for the challenges of creating a better tomorrow. It is everything that Catholic education is about.

The St Joseph’s Regional College Spirit Award recognises those students who do not settle for less. It isn’t for excellence in one area but for those students across the school who live out the words of our prayer, whose actions and thoughts make this world a better place – in the classroom, the playground, with friends, in areas of interest and even when doing things they might not particularly enjoy.

Congratulations to the worthy College Spirit Award recipients:
Sophie Cheers and Liam Ross.

First Place in Course

Outstanding Achievement (Gold)
To receive an Outstanding Achievement Award, students in Year 11 must have received Excellence and Application Awards in four or more subjects

Congratulations to the Outstanding Achievement Award recipients:

Outstanding Application (Green)
To receive an Outstanding Application Award, students in Year 11 must have received Application Awards in five or more subjects. 

Congratulations to the Outstanding Application Award recipients:

Year 11 Community Service Awards

To receive a Community Service Award, students must have completed 10 or more hours of community service.

100% Attendance

Congratulations to Katie Bell, for an outstanding effort in achieving 100% attendance during your Year 11 course.

Charles Sturt Next Generation Excellence Scholarship Award

This award is merit-based and is offered exclusively to one Year 11 student from a CSU partner school. The student needs to be achieving high academic results and demonstrate that they are contributing towards creating a world worth living in.

Congratulations, to the 2022 recipient of the Charles Sturt Next Generation Excellence Scholarship Award, Lorena Dionigi.

Lorena is a young lady with outstanding academic abilities and has demonstrated dedication and focus to all she pursues. Her passionate involvement in health and social justice issues has been evident on numerous occasions this year.

Lorena is the epitome of the philanthropist, that is, someone who donates their time, experience, skills, talents and money, in this instance, through fundraising, in order to contribute towards creating a world worth living in.

Congratulations again, Lorena.

The Griffith University Year 11 Spark Award

The Griffith University Year 11 Spark Award celebrates some of the amazing work young people do to make their world a better place. The Spark Award acknowledges a Year 11 student who is doing the things that matter to create a brighter future. It recognises a student who demonstrates leadership qualities, possesses an innovative mindset, values of inclusivity and ethics, balance, passion and uniqueness.

Congratulations to Jacob Somers, our Griffith University Year 11 Spark Award winner.

Jacob is a young man with a passionate interest in inclusivity and social justice. He demonstrates dedication and focus to all he pursues. He has represented St Joseph’s Regional College in a variety of cultural and faith events, including, retreats, such as Street Retreat and camps and liturgical celebrations, all of which highlight his commitment to making a difference in our community and the wider world. Jacob is an active member of the Senior Student Leadership Team, working to serve their fellow students and representing them with passion.

Congratulations again, Jacob.

Year 8 Camp

Thank you to the twenty teachers and teacher's assistants who took time away from their families to be with our Year 8 students at the South West Rocks Camp. I would like to particularly mention Mrs Claire Goldie, Year 8 Coordinator along with Mr John Rossington and the PE staff for their organisation of this year's camp. It was really wonderful to have such positive feedback regarding our students' behaviour while on the camp. I refer you to Mrs Goldie's report in this newsletter. 

Tanya Daley
Principal

Year 8 Camp

After a wet and windy start to Year 8 camp, the sun shone and the students were able to experience the best that outdoor education can offer at beautiful South West Rocks.

Year 8 began their time with fun games and team-building activities in the South West Rocks Surf Club complete with a BBQ lunch. We then got out into nature, where the students set up their tents. I was amazed by the comfy set-up that many students had organised for themselves and was very jealous of all the delicious looking meals that they cooked for their group!

Over the four days, the students enjoyed plenty of time relaxing with their friends and enjoying the outdoors. They had the opportunity to try a range of exciting structured activities including bushwalking, kayaking, surfing, orienteering and beach activities. Students tried their hand at creating fire and building rafts. I was so impressed with the way all of the groups demonstrated their teamwork skills. They also learnt plenty of valuable skills, such as, keeping the tent zipped up to avoid the kangaroos eating all of the food!

Year 8 also had plenty of student-centred time where they swam, enjoyed beach walks, played beach games and spent time connecting with their peers. I am sure many new friendships were made!

Once the sun went down, the evening schedule was packed with fun activities such as attempting to complete an escape-room style activity of the old Gaol, getting their dancing shoes on, being shown the astronomical wonders, sharing their wonderful singing voices at musical trivia and enjoying movies under the stars.

Year 8 certainly should be commended for demonstrating their ongoing resilience, dedication and kindness as all of these attributes were certainly on show during the camp. I am so proud of all of the students for getting involved in the many activities that were on offer. I would like to congratulate Sophie Bentley and Oliver Koivu who were awarded Best Camper.

A big shout out goes to thank all of the wonderful teachers involved throughout the camp but particularly to Mr Rossington who organised such a well-run, entertaining and fun camp.

Claire Goldie
Year 8 Coordinator

We’re excited to announce that parents of our College have exclusive access to Elevate Education’s Parent Webinar Series this year. Elevate works with our students, delivering high-impact workshops on study skills, motivation, wellbeing and exam preparation. By tuning in to their webinar series, you will learn how to better support your children at home by reinforcing the skills they learn at school.

I encourage you to join this exclusive webinar series where you will be shown – as parents – how to best support your child through school.

How to Help Your Child Manage their Stress & Wellbeing 

Wednesday 9th November 2022
6:30pm-7:30pm

Register your attendance at -https://get.elevatecoaching.info/au/schoolwebinar

The presenter will share Elevate’s key research and skills, and will conduct a live Q&A so you can ask them questions directly.

If you are unable to make the webinar, don't worry! If you sign up to attend, you'll receive the webinar recording on Thursday morning:

Mr Tim McCosker
Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching

Connecting Community

Congratulations to Sheyleace Stevens, whose artwork was recently displayed in an exhibition held at the Port Macquarie Library. The exhibition enables Community Housing Limited (CHL) tenants to share their stories and raise awareness about mental health wellbeing. The exhibition was funded by a Mental Health Month grant from Way Ahead.

Sheyleace, a proud Dunghutti woman said: "Painting connects her to her culture. It defines who I am".  Sheyleace draws her inspiration for the colours from the ocean and from the waterways in the local area. Sheyleace said, "I love to paint and create artworks that reflect our deadly region".

Picture by Liz Langdale.

At our College assembly, students who recently completed the Bronze Medallion course were presented with their Patrol Uniforms in recognition of their achievements in the course. The course, run as an initiative of Club Members and teachers Dylan Sainsbury and Tom Inatey, was jointly sponsored by the Club and the College, aiming to boost participation in Surf Life Saving as well as supporting community service initiatives at the College.

Congratulations to all participants.

Creative Arts Nest - Aladdin Tickets Now on SALE

NEWS FLASH: Our very own Rebecca Garland (Year 7) has been cast as Princess Jasmine and Summer Tilston (Year 7) as Aladdin!

Don't miss this opportunity!

Book your tickets to the Creative Arts Nest Production of Aladdin Jr via www.artsnest.com.au

With a cast, choir and crew from each of our six schools, this is the first time St Agnes’ Education will see a cross-school musical of this size. Hold on to your carpet, this spectacular performance will even include our heart-stopping drumline!

We are excited to invite the Greater Port Macquarie Community to our enchanted city of Agrabah!

⭐️ Thursday, 24th Nov, 6:00pm
⭐️ Friday, 25th Nov, 6:00pm
⭐️ Saturday, 26th Nov, 3:00pm
⭐️ Saturday, 26th Nov, 6:00pm

Hastings Rotary Junior Sportsperson of the Year - Tom Jenkins

Congratulations Tom Jenkins!

On Tuesday 25th October, Tom was awarded the 2022 Hastings Junior Sportsperson of the Year - High School. This is a fantastic achievement that recognises the hours of training and travel that Tom, with the support of his family, has poured into the sport of Mountain Biking and Rowing.

At the ceremony, Tom was acknowledged as the:

• Overall Champion - 2022 Auscycling National All School Cycling Championships
• Currently 1st Rocky Trail Australian Superflow Enduro Championship U/17
• 2022 Parliamentary mention by NSW State MP Leslie Williams

Congratulations, Tom. We wish you every success in the future chasing your dreams on the international Mountain Biking circuit.

Damien Kelly
Sport Coordinator

Volunteers Wanted

We cannot run the canteen without you; as the saying goes:

"Many Hands Make Light Work".

If you are able to spare an hour or so of your time, we would
love for you to join us.

Please contact Donna Hamlin through the College Office on 5525 4100.

Price Increase - Week 4

The Canteen opens at 8.00 am every school day.

CLICK HERE for the Canteen's everyday menu.

Ms Donna Hamlin
Food Services Manager

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Real Careers in Residential Care

Are you looking for a unique and rewarding career where you can make a real difference in the lives of residents and their families?

Enjoy the benefits of on-the-job learning, training, and flexibility in a family-friendly environment amongst supportive teams.

A career in Aged Care might be just what you are looking for. Listen first-hand to what our dedicated staff say about working in Aged Care at St Agnes' Care & Lifestyle (SACAL).

To view current job opportunities, visit www.stagnesparish.org.au/careers/
To learn more about SACAL, visit www.sacal.org.au

Wellbeing Forum

The experience of serving our local community for over 40 years in Aged Care has taught us that the landscape for seniors is continuously changing, and we understand that can feel overwhelming.

There will be guest speakers and expo-style tables providing a vast range of information.

This event is open to current St Agnes & Lourdes Village Residents, prospective Residents, friends, families and the general community interested in learning more about senior well-being and St Agnes Care & Lifestyle Services.

There will be two identical sessions held for your convenience:

• Wednesday, 9 November 2022, at Lourdes Village, John Worner Centre from 9.00 am till 12.00 Midday
• Thursday, 10 November 2022, at St Agnes Village, Tennison Wood Centre from 9.00 am till 12.00 Midday

For catering purposes, registration for the event is essential by Tuesday, 1 November 2022.

For more information, call Donnelly House on (02) 5525 3600.

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