9 February 2024 - Newsletter (Vol 41 No 1)

At this week’s assembly my message to the community was simple. I hope that everyone feels welcomed, safe and most importantly that they feel a sense of belonging at SJPC!

At our staff day last week, I reminded staff that as educators we must focus on learning: Learning is something that we MUST DO TOGETHER. We must continually ask ourselves: 

• How best we learn.
• How best our students learn.
• How we can help them learn about their learning.

Good learning habits can be established by students of any age with regular practice and ongoing parent support. These habits will help children as they continue through school and into tertiary study or working life.

The heart of a Catholic learning community should be the desire to “…seek to recognise and proclaim the presence of Christ in all people and in all creation. Through compassion, practical actions of justice and with a sense of family atmosphere. We strive to build right relationships with all people……”

• Catholic learning communities should be marked by “right relationships”.
• These “right relationships” or positive relationships are built best in our classrooms where “compassion” is seen in our response to those who find it hard to learn and where “practical actions of justice” have an audience.
• These relationships and the learning that occurs within them are the most fundamental and visible demonstration of our pastoral care for our students, staff and parents.

If we fail to build and maintain right relationships with Christ at the centre of all we do, then our work is not complete and lacks the very core of what we are asked to do in a Catholic Learning Community.

Our College Goals for 2024 are;

• Catholic Identity and Mission – To animate the Gospel through our Catholic Traditions.
• Pastoral Care – To improve student sense of belonging within the College.
• Teaching and Learning – 1. To increase student engagement in their learning and 2. To continue the literacy agenda with a focus on reading and writing  in years 7 – 10 informed by a range of data  including targeted intervention and whole College approaches.

Again, welcome to what I hope for all is another rewarding year ahead.

New Staff

I am excited to introduce you to the following new staff who join us this year.

Cory Blight Music	Matthew Cornelius PDHPE Trainee	Julie Cross Teacher Aide
Matthew Currie TAS	Bronwyn George School Assistant Science	Kelly Hardingham Art
Wendy Maciejewski HSIE	Stephanie Marshall Drama / English	Rebekah McCowen Teacher Aide
Sean McGorry Catholic Studies	Kylie Munro Teacher Aide / Library Assistant	John Philip Maths
Megan Philip English	Amanda Ridgewell TAS	Talia Saban Student Wellbeing Officer

I again invite all of you to engage with your children’s teachers very early on so that together we can ensure that SJPC is a place where students are loved, learning is valued and where we all have the chance to appreciate the various gifts we bring to our community.

God bless

 

Michael Carniato
Principal

Unpacking Our College Mission Goal

Our College Mission Goal for 2024 is "To animate the Gospel through our Catholic Traditions." Let's examine the wording of this goal in order to understand its essence and explore how we can bring it to life both at school and at home.

Animate the Gospel:

At the core of our goal is the call to "animate" the Gospel. This doesn't mean we simply read or recite it; rather, we are challenged to breathe life into its teachings. In practical terms, this involves embodying the values of love, compassion, and understanding in our everyday actions.

Example: Practice kindness by reaching out to a fellow student who might be feeling alone or left out.

Catholic Traditions:

Our rich Catholic heritage is a tapestry woven with traditions that have been passed down through generations. These traditions are not mere rituals; they are the threads that connect us to our faith, guiding us in our journey towards a deeper understanding of God's love.

Example: Participate actively in school Masses, learning the significance behind each ritual and prayer.

At School:

Staff and students can actively contribute to animating the Gospel by fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Be attentive to your words and actions, always striving to reflect the teachings of Jesus.

Example: Take part in service projects organized by the College, such as Project Compassion, Vinnie’s Winter and Christmas Appeals.

At Home:

The College Mission Goal doesn't end when the school day does; it extends into our homes and communities. Share the Gospel message with your family, discussing its relevance to your daily lives. Pray together, attend Mass as a family, and integrate Catholic values into your home life.

Example: Create a family prayer routine or set aside time for reflections on the Sunday Gospel readings.

In summary, our College Mission Goal challenges us to go beyond mere words and rituals, urging us to embody the Gospel in our thoughts, words, and actions. By embracing our Catholic Traditions and living out the values they represent, we can create a vibrant and compassionate community both within the school walls and in our homes. As we strive to animate the Gospel, let us remember that each small act of love contributes to a more profound expression of our faith.

Welcome to 2024 and the new school year. A special welcome to our new Year 7 students, our new students in other cohorts and our new staff members. Your child may not be new to the school but they are experiencing their new year level. All that newness can bring some level of nervousness and anxiety. One of the most practical pieces of advice I can give is to be prepared. It is important for students to start the year in a positive manner, on the right foot. Coming to school in the correct uniform, having acceptable haircuts, correct jewellery and with all essential stationery supplies. 

Starting Year 7 can bring with it its own set of uncertainties. When I have asked first-time high school students what worries them most about starting school, their responses are similar, they worry about things like: getting lost, hard work, bullying, getting changed in front of other students for PE, not making friends, losing stuff (like their locker key, bags, PCs, phones), saying goodbye to fun – perceiving high school as all about marks and grades, homework or being attacked on social media.

It is not helpful when grown-ups share horror stories about their experiences.

In a recent article written by Maggie Dent (an author, educator, and parenting and resilience specialist with a particular interest in the early years and adolescence) the following very practical suggestions were outlined to assist parents to help their child through this transitional period.

1. Talk to your child about how change impacts everyone – that it’s normal to feel anxious and a bit scared.
2. Help them get prepared. Last minute rushing adds to their fragile psyche!
3. Download the school map and plot where toilets are and key areas like Science, English, Technology, etc
4. When they come home with their timetable – have them explain it to you, make several copies (hard or digital) and get them to keep one on their phone and keep a copy on the fridge. Take care to avoid over-intruding.
5. Set up a firm bedtime – having good sleep routines is one of the best ways to stay healthy as a growing adolescent.
6. Give your child a clear idea of what helps their brain work best – water, good food, exercise and sound sleep are essential for learning.
7. Work out technology boundaries for weekdays and weekends and put some agreements in place with your adolescent. Make sure one of those boundaries is no technology or TV in the bedroom, it will help sleep and can help you stay positively connected to your teen.
8. Have good quality parental controls to protect all kids in your house from inappropriate content or excessive usage.
9. Encourage your child to join an activity they already enjoy – music, dance, swimming, team sports, drama. This is a good way to make new friends or maintain existing friendships. Diffuse any ‘catastrophising’ from your child, especially about teachers, subjects and the like. Keep affirming the importance of getting a good education

Become as well informed as you can about the challenges of this life transition and do whatever you can to ensure your home is a ‘safe base’ for your young teen where they can feel safe, loved and secure.

Finally, if you are worried that your son or daughter seems to be struggling after the first month, make a connection to the appropriate Leader of Student Wellbeing as their job is to help smooth the way.

Remember every child navigates this journey differently – so aim to be fair and kind and stay positive.

Please remember the education of a child is a combined effort between school, home and the individual. We are here to help.

Until next time:

Michael Stubbs
Assistant Principal - Pastoral Care

Study Skills

This year, the College invited Year 7 and Year 11 to begin a day earlier as part of their orientation. Year 7s had their orientation to SJPC about the practicalities of the changing expectations from primary to secondary schooling. In this process there are a lot of ‘firsts’. 

The College is here to support this transition and establishing good academic habits are part of this orientation. 

In a similar vein, Year 11s were orientated into the senior school both in a pastoral and academic sense. Like Year 7, our new Year 11s were instructed on academic goal setting and the expectations of Stage 6. 

Both orientation processes introduced students to our Studyskills subscription in which all parents and students have access to all year. This web resource has many helpful resources that may be of assistance for families. 

PAT Assessments Year 7

This week Year 7 parents were emailed the details of next week’s Progressive Achievement Tests (PAT) in Reading, Mathematics and Science. These will be completed as a cohort in the hall on Monday with catch up assessments later in the week. 

PAT assessments measure what students in Year 7 to Year 10 know, understand and are capable of across domains, and help monitor progress over time. Innovative computer adaptive versions are now used by the College so these assessments will be more tailored to a student’s ability. As part of the Lyn Sharratt Learning Collaborative, staff use PAT data to combine with other sources and gain insights into student learning and how better to engage individuals in the classroom.

Study Skills

Learn more about the ‘managing stress’ resources through the units on www.studyskillshandbook.com.au . Our College access details are:

School’s Username – stjohnpaul

School’s password – 89success

In addition, our subscription to Elevate Education may assist in this area.

This online platform contains resources and useful study tips that all SJPC students will find effective. We encourage them to access this Student Portal and try some of the strategies. Students have the password to this site. The password can also be found on the Curriculum Noticeboard.

AMDG

James Furey
Assistant Principal
Learning and Teaching

We all want to develop the best relationship with our child. The foundation of a good relationship begins with sound communication between parent and child. In 2024 the College has been fortunate to have secured the services of Mr Maurizio Vespa as one of its 'Artists in Residence'. 

• Work with our staff on the use of affective statements and the skill of de-escalation in the midst of a difficult situation.
• He will explore the importance of positive relationships in the workplace.
• Workshop how to get the most out of your relationship with your child.
• Work with groups of College Student Leaders on managing conflict through problem solving conversations.

Welcome to 2024, especially to those who are new to our College community.

Throughout the year we will keep you abreast of Curriculum issues across the College, along with links to current educational research and advice.

Our focus for 2024 continues to be improving student engagement in their learning.

Students who can accurately describe their learning, and how they can improve, show improved levels of achievement. One way we assess whether we are making a difference for each student is by asking them five critical questions.

We encourage you to ask your children these questions when asking about their day.

On Wednesday 7 February, Year 11 and 12 students participated in workshops run by Elevate representatives Amy and Jaden. These workshops provided opportunities for our students to further develop their understanding of what constitutes effective study, and which strategies have been proven to work.

As is evident from the data, these seminars were well received by the vast majority of students.

We continue to have Premium access to the Elevate Education Student Portal. This portal contains resources and useful study tips that ALL SJPC students will find effective.  

We encourage all students to;

• access the Student Portal
• try some of the strategies outlined.

The password for this site is rondo.

This password can also be found on the Curriculum Office Noticeboard.

https://austudent.elevateeducation.com/

It was great to see those who were able to attend the Elevate Parent Seminar run by Amy and Jaden. If you were unable to attend, don’t worry, as we are excited to announce that Elevate Education will again be running their free webinar series for parents this year. The first of which will be on the 14 February. By tuning into their webinar series, you will learn how you can help better support your children at home through reinforcing the skills they learn at school.  

Webinar 1 - How to Get (And Keep) Your Child Motivated This Year?

Date: Wednesday 14 February

Time: 6:30 – 7:30pm (AEDT)

Click here to register for free 

Elevate will be covering the following in this Webinar

• Using praise and reassurance to motivate your child   
• Setting relevant and effective goals for your child   
• Helping your child to stay motivated long-term  

As Leader of Curriculum, I have already met with Year 10 and Year 11 students to outline the College’s Assessment Policy and Protocols, as well as the NESA (New South Wales Education Standards Authority) requirements for obtaining RoSA and HSC qualifications.

We were impressed by their attitude and respectful behaviour at these meetings. It can be a challenging time for Year 10 and 11 students as they develop the improved study habits needed to cope with the increased rigour required by the courses they are studying. The College offers many support structures and resources, all of which the students can access with ease.

As always Years 10, 11 and 12 have access to their own Curriculum Matters Google Classroom in which all matters regarding Curriculum can be easily accessed. 

Our new SJPC Assessment and Curriculum site  contains Assessment Books for all year levels, along with the links to the Year 10, 11 and 12 assessment calendars, and copies of all forms Year 10, 11 and 12 students need in regard to assessments. It can be accessed via Compass under ‘School Favourites’.

I encourage all parents to speak with their children about how they can make the most of their time at SJPC, and in particular, to encourage your children to access the support structures and resources available through the College.

Claudia Brown
Leader of Curriculum

Dear Parents/Carers and Year 7 Families

What a fantastic start to Year 7 2024. As the Year 7 Leader of Student Wellbeing, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the incredible first week our Year 7 students have had here at St John Paul College.

The transition from primary to high school is a significant milestone, and I am thrilled to report that our Year 7 students have handled it with enthusiasm, resilience, and a positive attitude. The first week was filled with exciting activities, team-building exercises, and opportunities for our new students to familiarise themselves with their new environment. Students effortlessly transitioned between classrooms, met new teachers, and quickly became familiar with the layout of the college. This adaptability is a testament to their readiness to take on the challenges of high school.

One of the highlights of the week was the student’s first day of Year 7 program, designed to ease the students into their new academic setting. From interactive icebreaker games to guided tours of the school grounds, our aim was to create a welcoming atmosphere where students could feel comfortable and confident in their new surroundings. Making new friends is an integral part of the high school experience, and it's heartening to see our Year 7s forging connections with their peers. The camaraderie displayed during the College's Multi-Sport Competition on the first day was truly impressive. The joy and excitement radiating from our students as they engaged in various sports showcased their spirit of teamwork and sportsmanship.

Beyond academics, our Peer Mentor Program has been instrumental in helping students settle in. The peer support system has allowed our Year 7s to connect with their Year 10 peer mentors who provide guidance and support, ensuring a smooth transition into high school life.

I would like to express my gratitude to the dedicated teaching and support staff who have worked tirelessly to create a positive and nurturing environment for our Year 7 students so far. It takes a village to raise a child and I would like to thank the Year 7 Homeroom Team - Kurt Marle, Steve Verbruggen, Kirsten Binnie, Victorina Istrate, Carla Snow, Bridget Punch, Amanda Martin and Joshuah Moore for their commitment to fostering a sense of belonging and providing their time to ensure year 7 had a smooth transition to high school. My gratitude extends also to our Student Services team who go above and beyond in ensuring all students feel safe and welcome here at the College.

Looking ahead, we are excited about the upcoming Belonging Day in Week 4. This event provides an opportunity for our Year 7s to spend more time together, further strengthening existing friendships and fostering new connections. We believe that creating a sense of belonging is essential for a positive and enriching high school experience.

We understand that this transition period can become overwhelming at times for both parents and students. Should you require any assistance or have concerns, please feel free to reach out to us. Our preferred mode of communication is via email at alana.johnson@lism.catholic.edu.au or by phoning the College on 6653 3155.

Once again, thank you for entrusting us with the education and wellbeing of your child. We are excited about the journey that lies ahead for our Year 7 students. As a community, we will continue to support and guide them, helping them develop into confident, responsible, and resilient individuals guided by Jesus and his teachings.

Here's to a year filled with growth, learning, and cherished memories!

Alana Johnson

Year 7 Leader of Student Wellbeing

Year 9

Year 9 Newsworthy

As the sun rises on a new academic year, it brings with it the promise of fresh beginnings and boundless opportunities. This year, our Year 9 students will embark on an exciting journey filled with learning, growth, and memorable experiences.

The classrooms were buzzing with energy as students reunited with friends, met new classmates, and started their new courses last week. The air was filled with a sense of anticipation and enthusiasm, and hopefully this will continue throughout the year.

This academic year promises to be one of exploration and self-discovery for our Year 9 students. The curriculum is designed not only to provide a strong academic foundation but also to encourage creativity, critical thinking, and personal development. From interactive classroom discussions to hands-on projects, students will have the opportunity to delve into a diverse range of subjects and activities.

Beyond academics, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive Catholic schooling environment. All staff are dedicated to nurturing not just scholars but well-rounded christian individuals who are prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. In a world often filled with challenges and differences, our Year 9 Pastoral Theme of "Love Your Enemies - To Walk With Others'' serves as a compass, steering us towards unity and empathy. Our homeroom teachers and I are committed to instilling this profound value in the hearts of our students, encouraging them to approach differences with curiosity and kindness.

Parents, guardians, and families play a crucial role in reinforcing this theme at home. By engaging in open conversations and encouraging empathy, we can collectively contribute to creating a school community where differences are celebrated, and kindness prevails.

To kick off the year, an array of exciting events and activities have been planned. From team-building exercises during pastoral gatherings to extracurricular opportunities like Camp, students will have ample chances to connect with their peers, develop leadership skills, and create lasting memories.

It’s important that we encourage open communication, and our doors are always open for collaboration between home and school. Please don’t hesitate to make contact with any concerns or questions when it comes to your children. 

I wish to continue our fortnightly recognition of the hard work and efforts our students are putting in both inside and outside of school via our ‘Student Spotlight’ newsletter segment. If you have a short blurb and photos of their efforts, please email it in via mark.coster@lism.catholic.edu.au

Here's to a fantastic start to the school year for our Year 9 students!

Wishing everyone a year filled with growth, success, and joy.

Mark Coster

Year 9 Leader of Student Wellbeing

Year 12

Year 12 students will be sharing the love at their annual Valentine's Day fundraiser on Thursday 15 February raising money for their nominated charities (Vinnies Van and Lifehouse Pantry). Come down to the Canteen during recess and lunch to purchase something special for your Valentine before Tuesday 13 February.

Valentine’s Day Price List

Paper Rose - $1.00

Ribbon Rose - $2.00

Ring Pop Proposal - $2.50

Kiss Pop - $2.50

Candy Necklace - $0.50

Homemade Card - $4.00

Chocolate Rose - $4.00

Red Velvet Cupcake - $2.50

Serenade (Song in class) - $5.50

Lunchtime Concert Song Dedication - $6.50

Trish Furey

Year 12 Leader of Student Wellbeing

Welcome to another year in the Library at SJPC. It has been wonderful to see many of the Year 7 and new students making use of our wonderful space. Our library is open before school from 8:00am, every recess and lunch. Only occasionally does something happen to prevent us opening. 

Students are welcome to sit and read, complete schoolwork or play one of our games. By week 4 we will have our lunchtime program up and running. This will include opportunities to use our Virtual Reality headset, play chess and other board games and attend bookclub. We are open to suggestions for lunchtime activities.

Library Resources

Students can login with their username and password to access Oliver our library catalogue. They can see what resources we hold in the library and what resources they have borrowed. As long as a resource is not overdue, resources can be renewed by students. We also provide access to a number of electronic resources. Sora provides access to eBooks and audiobooks. Digital video content is provided by Clickview Online 

Homework Centre 

Our College Homework Centre  currently operates after school until 5:00pm each Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Students must be collected from the College by 5:00pm. Occasionally we are unable to keep the library open but students will be given adequate notice via Daily Notices and will be able to contact parents if necessary. 

A wide range of students make use of the Homework Centre. Many come who are highly motivated and want to take advantage of the quiet space and resources to get their work done. Other students come needing help with particular assignments while others come to review class work. Students who are working on group assignments are also welcome. 

The Homework Centre has been of great benefit to the whole school community. It is hoped that this year students will again take advantage of this service. 

Printing 

Students are credited with $20 printing credit each year and are charged 10c for black and white and 50c for colour copies. Documents can also be scanned and emailed or saved to the student's Google Drive. Extra printing credit can be purchased from library staff. 

A student library card is needed to print and borrow resources from the library. Year 7 and new students have been issued with a temporary card. If a card is lost, replacements can be purchased.

Overdue Resources 

Thanks to the many students who searched for missing library books over the holidays. However, we still have a large number of outstanding resources from 2023. Please have another look for these missing resources. Remember that students are responsible for any resource they borrow from the library. If outstanding resources are not returned by Monday 12 February, families will be charged for their  replacement as these books will need to be repurchased. Please email sharon.brennan@lism.catholic.edu.au if there is an issue.

Sharon Brennan
Teacher Librarian

Google Classroom

Year 7 and new parents will receive an email in the next week inviting them to access Google Classroom email summaries. Further information can be found here Classroom email summaries (for guardians)

If you have any issues please email the college at cofhs-IT@lism.catholic.edu.au

Device Use

Please check the condition of your child’s device. It is important to see that the battery will last 6 hours at school and that the keyboard and screen are not broken. If this is the case please consider purchasing another device so your child is not disadvantaged in the classroom.

We have a small number of chromebooks available for student borrowing if their device is broken and being repaired. To borrow one of these devices, parents must either email the school or send a note with their child stating that the device is broken and is being repaired. Library staff will only issue a loan replacement when this note is received. 

Late last year a letter was sent to all families regarding device use in the college. This information was also in the new student packs. 

• 2024 Year 7 and new students must use a Chromebook or a laptop.
• 2024 Year 8 and above may continue to use their iPad until it needs replacing. When replaced it must be with a Chromebook or a laptop.

Changes to the College Website

Over the next couple of weeks there will be some changes to accessing forms on the website. They will be moved to Compass and can be found in School Documentation under the Community tab.

Sharon Brennan
Leader Learning Technologies

Youkoso (Welcome) to our students from Reitaku!

This week, we welcomed our 4 Japanese exchange students from our sister school, Reitaku Mizunami, to Coffs Harbour. Aoba Takeuchi, Chizuru Fujita, Mieko Bun and Taichi Ishikawa have settled in well and will be with us for 2 and a half months.

They are being hosted by students in Year 11 - Theodore Wood, Pepper Bowie-Ford, Jayden Phillips-Manwaring and Eamon Browne, who only returned from their Japanese exchange last month.

Theo Wood & Aoba Takeuchi

Pepper Bowie-Ford & Mieko Bun

Jayden Phillips-Manwaring & Taichi Ishikawa

Eamon Browne & Chizuru Fujita

Kirsten Binnie
Leader of Learning - Languages

Individual Pathway Representative Sport

Danielle McAra
Sport Co-ordinator

In 2024, the Work Experience block for Year 10 will take place in Week 4 of Term 2 (May 20 - 24). Any students wishing to participate will need to have their completed documentation returned to the SJPC office by Week 1, Term 2, Wednesday 1 May. 

Whilst it may seem like there is plenty of time to get organised, it is important to note that some placements in some industries in our Coffs region are limited and therefore students should begin to seek and organise a suitable business to complete their work experience program sooner rather than later. 

Work Experience provides the opportunity for students to gain experience in the workplace through meeting and working with adults who are unfamiliar to them and understanding what is required of them personally in a work situation. Students can also use the opportunity to assess their interest in and suitability for particular careers, and this is invaluable when it comes to deciding what to do in their post school years. For some, work experience becomes one of the stepping stones toward making decisions regarding apprenticeships. For others, it helps sharpen their focus toward future tertiary study requirements and this has connections to their subject selections for Year 11 and 12 which take place later in the year.

In the past, local employers have been exceptionally supportive in allowing St John Paul College students the opportunity for Work Experience. And over the years our students have played a large part in building a reputation with employers as reliable, enthusiastic and well-mannered young people - they have been great ambassadors for the College.

As part of the process to get prepared for work experience, students will be required to complete an online Preparing For Work Experience module. Details of this, plus further information and the required work experience paperwork will be available shortly via the Year 10 Google Classroom. 

If you have any questions regarding  work experience for your child, or if you are an employer who would like to be a  career champion and take on a work experience student, please contact Mr Paul Corsalini, Careers Adviser here at the College.

Other news that may be relevant to you:

TVET Courses in 2024

TVET classes delivered by TAFE for those students who have registered to do so will begin this Term in Week 3 (the week commencing Monday 12 February). Further information about these courses will be available from the Careers Room in the D Block. 

Coming Events:

14 Feb: Regional University Roadshow (at SJPC for our Yr 12’s)

22 March: Southern Cross University Discovery Day (for Year 12)

Paul Corsalini
Careers Adviser

All things Literacy, because Literacy matters in all things

As Literacy Coach at SJPC, Maree McKelvie endeavours to work in-class coaching and mentoring teachers in evidence-based practice to improve their impact on student learning, with a particular focus on literacy skills across the disciplines. 

This position aligns with our whole college goal to ‘Increase students' engagement in their learning’ with a particular focus on literacy and presents a targeted approach to literacy in Stage 4 (Years 7 & 8). It commits SJPC to a relentless focus on explicit teaching and high expectations for all students. 

This initiative sees a whole-school approach to the implementation of actions to improve student literacy outcomes and explicitly measure student literacy growth. Professional learning and further building the capacity of classroom teachers to improve their practice in literacy will continue to be embedded across the College.

Mrs McKelvie will also engage Year 7 students in Literacy Skills lessons with the intention of improving students’ ability to read, write and communicate effectively across all subject areas. 

We shall continue our vocabulary focus across the college with our ‘Word of the Week’, shared with staff and students in the daily notices and with parents in the newsletter. We hope to develop in students a thirst for new words.

We will also take opportunities to showcase and celebrate student literacy growth and achievements with regular ‘Writer Of The Week’ awards.

Word of the Week

DIGNITY noun

Definition: The state or quality of being worthy of honour or respect

In a sentence: Treating people with dignity implies treating them with kindness and respect.

Charity noun

Definition: Voluntarily giving to those in need. Generosity toward the needy or suffering.

In a sentence: Many of the marathon runners raise funds for chosen charities.

We look forward to witnessing our students taking ownership of their learning and their literacy growth through 2024 at SJPJ.

Maree McKelvie

Student Diary

Compass - Permission to Leave School during the Day - Early Departure

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Appropriate School Footwear

Uniform Shop

Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 7:30am - 9:00am

Homework Centre

Hours: Monday - Thursday 3:20pm - 5:00pm

Finance

 

Your next Statement will be emailed to families during the first week of March.

 

For fee related enquiries and payment plan assistance, please contact the Catholic Schools Office by email: cofhs-fees@lism.catholic.edu.au

The Catholic Schools Office Fee Enquiry

Ph: 6653 1655

Office Hours: 8:30am to 4:00pm
Email: cofhs-fees@lism.catholic.edu.au