Newsletter - Term 3 - Week 2 - Issue 107

From the Principal

Dear Parents, Carers and Students

Well done students, teachers, and community members!

Today I would like to take the opportunity to offer a vote of congratulations to a number of members of the St Joseph’s College community. These students, teachers and school officers are all very deserving of being congratulated on their efforts as they set a wonderful example of what we are endeavoring to achieve at St Joseph’s College. Aspiring to excellence through participation and perseverance demonstrating humility whilst being proud of our individual and collective achievements.

• Congratulations to Jan Lengren (Admin, Finance & Facilities Support), Karen Tobin (Excellence in Leadership – Middle Leadership), Emma Chalmers (Excellence in Teaching & Learning - Secondary Expert Teacher) and Jacqui Dignon (Excellence in Leadership - Emerging Leader). These wonderful people were nominated across the various sections of the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Excellence Awards. We are so very grateful for the outstanding contributions these people make to our community. Best of luck to Emma and Jacqui who have progressed to the finals of these awards which will be announced next Thursday night.

• Last Wednesday we congratulated our Academic Excellence Award recipients for Semester One 2023 and next week we will congratulate our SJC Catholic Education Week Award recipients for 2023. These students are to be commended for their outstanding commitment and dedication to their learning and engagement with the Joey’s Way.

• Congratulations to the QISSRL and QISSN teams who represented the College with endeavour and humility over the mid-year break. Thank you also to the staff who so generously gave up some of their holidays to accompany the teams. It was a pleasure to watch you engage with each other, compete, and improve over the week.

• Congratulations to both the Junior Girls Soccer team and the Boys Open Futsal team on their outstanding efforts in representing the College gallantly against South-East Queensland powerhouse schools of sporting excellence this week. Both teams should be very proud of their efforts in making the Bill Turner Soccer Competition semi-final and the South Queensland Champion of Champions Futsal tournament. We also wish our junior girls futsal team all the best for their trip to the South Queensland Champion of Champions Futsal tournament next week.

• Congratulations to Paul Canning, Peter Keightley, Deb Newton, Kerrie-Anne Fellenberg, Madeleine Minns, and Mark Holdsworth who next week will be presented with Diocese of Toowoomba Catholic Schools Long Service Awards in recognition and appreciation of their service of between 25 and 45 years. We thank you for your commitment and dedication to Catholic Education.

Communication Protocols

We would like to take a moment to explain the importance of our communication guidelines. As educators, we believe in fostering a healthy balance for our dedicated teachers, while ensuring effective and timely communication with parents and students alike. By setting a 2-business day turnaround for communication, we aim to provide thorough and thoughtful responses to inquiries. This timeframe allows teachers to provide careful consideration to queries and provide well-rounded solutions. Additionally, we have established the hours of 6am to 6pm as the designated communication window for staff to respond to queries. We have requested that teachers refrain from emailing students and parents outside of these hours to foster a sustainable and healthy teaching environment. Thank you for your understanding and support in upholding these communication expectations. Together, we can create an environment where effective communication thrives, while respecting the personal boundaries of our dedicated educators.

Teen Mental Health First Aid

Adolescence is a time of important change and development. It is also a time when mental health problems such as depression and anxiety first emerge. During the high school years, mental health problems are among the leading causes of falling grades, problems with friends and relationships and substance use or abuse, and they can have a lifelong impact. That is why early intervention is so important and why we have made the decision to invest heavily in educating our students about Mental Health First Aid. These courses are held yearly with our Year 7 and 10 students and next week our Year 7 students will begin their Mental Health First Aid training/ These courses will be facilitated by Shauna Green (College Counsellor) and myself who are both MHFA facilitators. Further information for parents can be accessed via this link at the Mental Health First Aid Australia website https://mhfa.com.au/

Week 3 - Catholic Education Week

Catholic Education Week is an opportunity for all Catholic schools to celebrate and promote their distinctive mission and ethos. Catholic education strives to make a difference in the lives of those in our schools and in the wider community by challenging young people to live out the message of Jesus and to reach their full potential as compassionate, contributing, life-giving members of society.

Catholic education:

• Is a faith-based education which places the values of Jesus at its centre.
• Is a high quality, holistic education for 1 in 5 young Queenslanders, educating them to be well-informed, highly skilled and constructive members of the community.
• Values diversity and treats each student with dignity enabling them in turn to promote and respect the dignity of all.
• Nurtures in students a commitment to social justice and a critical social consciousness.
• Prepares students for global responsibilities through stewardship of the earth’s resources.
• Is an integral part of the local and universal Church.
• Occurs in welcoming, inclusive, and connected communities.

We take the opportunity this week to congratulate and show our appreciation of the efforts of all students, teachers, school officers, and volunteers who are part of our community and we look forward to continuing on the great tradition of Catholic Education in the Toowoomba Diocese.

Every two years we ask parents, students and staff in our communities to share their views, to ‘check in’ on how each school within our community, and as a group of 31 schools together, we are bringing to life our purpose: to enable full and flourishing lives.

The Shaping our future – Toowoomba Catholic Schools perception survey was sent via Sentral on the Monday 17 July. This 15-minute survey closes on Sunday, 6 August, 2023. Please check your email for a link to the survey. We encourage all members of our community to complete the short survey. In addition, we would also ask each of our families to prompt another family who is part of our community to complete the survey to generate some enthusiasm and provide us with the most comprehensive feedback possible.

Prayer for Catholic Education Week

God the Father

You are the Creator and life giver

You are our shield and our rock

May we be people who honour and respect others.

May we support and challenge each other.

God the Son You are the light of the world

You are our teacher and healer

May we be people who listen to and care for each other.

May we reach out to those who are excluded and treated unfairly.

God the Holy Spirit You are our helper and friend

You inspire us and guide us

May we be people who speak the truth and share our gifts.

May we make a difference in our school community.

We make this prayer through Christ our Lord

Amen

Kort Goodman - Principal - KGoodman@sjc.qld.edu.au

From the Deputy Principal

Looking Forward and Goal Setting

We would like to acknowledge the students who have been endeavouring to achieve their personal excellence and growth in all areas of their schooling. Following a review of the recent Report Cards, we trust that many families have had conversations of affirmation and discussed goal setting for Term 3. The key message for EVERY student is to consider the challenge to make progress, to improve, to learn, to grow and to develop.

Below is a diagram that explains the relationship between achievement and progress. It shows clearly where we would like students to ‘aspire to excellence’. As articulated in the SJC Towards 2024 Strategic Plan we “…embrace a culture of learning to empower young people to pursue their passions and meet  the demands of their future pathways”.

Over the past few months, I have been sharing some tips in relation to study habits and routines. This week I would encourage you to review the 3min video below, which is a brief introduction to how memory works and its importance for learning and teaching.

Upcoming Events

Brendon Willocks - Deputy Principal  -  BWillocks@sjc.qld.edu.au

From the Assistant Principal - Curriculum

Semester One 2023 Academic Awards

Congratulations to the students who will receive an Academic Award at assembly on

Wednesday, 19 July 2023.

The Gold, Silver and Bronze Badges may be worn as part of the student’s uniform.

It is a symbol to be proud of wearing and something for all to aspire towards.

The Criteria to obtain an Academic Award is:

* Year 9 & 10 English – Extension & Mathematics – Extension and Year 10 Science 1

students who receive a B or higher are included in the above criteria to obtain an Academic Award.

Kerrie-Anne Fellenberg - Assistant Principal - Curriculum - KFellenberg@sjc.qld.edu.au

From the Assistant Principal - Student Engagement

St Joseph’s College is pleased to announce that the 2023 Merit Trip will take place on Friday the 24th of November, Monday the 27th of November (Year 8 and 9) and Tuesday the 28th of November (Year 7). This year’s trip will be to Dreamworld.  

The purpose of the Merit Trip is to acknowledge the many students at St Joseph’s College who continue to live out The Joey’s Way consistently. A summary of criteria for student eligibility in 2022 is below: 

If your child is eligible for the 2023 Merit Trip you will receive a permission form via Edsmart in Term 4. 

Student who are not eligible to attend the 2023 Merit Trip should attend school as normal on these days.  

If you believe that your child’s attendance rate has dropped below 90% due to circumstances beyond your child’s control (i.e. illness), please take the following steps: 

1. Check that your child remains eligible to attend the 2022 Merit Trip based on the other three criteria (fewer than two Ignatius Room Referrals, no suspensions and fewer than two uniform infringements). 
2. Check your child’s attendance percentage via the student portal. 
3. Confirm that your child had a genuine illness or other factor that affected their overall attendance percentage. If possible, please obtain a medical certificate to indicate your child’s absence. Please note the time period (Term 3 and Term 4 only) over which we measure attendance for this year’s merit trip. 
4. Genuine illness or other circumstances notwithstanding, confirm that your child’s attendance would have been over 90%,  
5. Email your child’s House Leader if you have any additional enquiries. 

Thank you in anticipation of your support as we recognise the vast majority of our students who are living out The Joey’s Way consistently.  

Joseph Cryle - Assistant Principal - Student Engagement -  JCryle@sjc.qld.edu.au 

From the Assistant Principal - Religious Education

Grandparents’ Day  

This is the third World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. And this year, Pope Francis calls us to recognise how grandparents and the elderly are a value and a gift both for society and our community.   

As this year we explore our theme of “Set Our Hearts on Fire”, we recognise that each of you brings your own light and flame of wisdom to our community. We recognise how the flames of each our hearts has been brought to life because of our grandparents. They have shared their lives and their stories with us, given us warmth, comforted us when our flames are going low, and sparking the flame with cheeky smile or treat.  

The Year 12 Liturgy Group, in planning for their theme, wanted today’s celebration of our grandparents and elderly to focus on the image of the candle.  

“A thousand candles can be lighted from the flame of one candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness can be spread without diminishing that of yourself.” ― Ghandi 

A candle is not diminished by sharing it’s flame with another - the passing on of the flame from our elderly and grandparents is the same. We are gifted their light and their warm and their story and we can take it forward in our lives, bringing more light into the world.  

Grandparents 

Few can bring the warmth 

We can find in their embrace, 

And little more is needed to bring love 

Than the smile on their face. 

They’ve a supply of precious stories, 

Yet they’ve time to wide a tear, 

Or give us reasons to make us laugh, 

They grow more precious through the years. 

I believe that God sent us Grandparents 

As our legacy from above, 

To share the moments of our life, 

As extra measures of His love.  

Kellie-Marie Ford - Assistant Principal - Religious Education  -  KFord@sjc.qld.edu.au 

Cultural Captains

Hello Joey’s Community! 

It’s Amelia and Alyssa here.  A lot has happened since our last newsletter article, and we are so excited to update you on what has been going on!  We were very busy in the arts department last semester: with music camp, harmony day, eisteddfod and of course musical.  Students also performed on open day and at the TCSO Arts Fest and participated in the SHEP weekend.   

In week 6, we celebrated International Arts Education Week.  After numerous artistic activities, we ended the week in prayer, as well as a small busking style concert.  It was an amazing turn out, and we would like to thank all the students who performed on the day, as well as the college community that turned up to listen and support their peers.   

In week 7, we performed for the college community at our annual “Skits and Semiquavers” concert.  Many students and staff were involved, with a total of 17 performance items.  It was a fantastic night, and we would like to thank the students for their hard work, the tutors and supporting staff for making the whole night happen, and also to the amazing audience who made the night very special.   

During the next two weeks, we have a number of students representing the college in the Toowoomba Eisteddfod.  We wish everyone luck with their individual performances, as well as the music and dance ensembles here at the college.   

Another exciting aspect in the cultural side of our college is the musical.  “Freaky Friday” rehearsals are ploughing ahead on a Monday and Wednesday afternoon, and on Sundays.  Tickets are now on sale for the 17th to the 19th of August.  We hope that you can support the hard work of our students, and more importantly enjoy a fabulous show.  

We still want to encourage everyone to keep participating in what they are passionate about, whether that be academics, the arts, or sport, so that we can all share our amazing achievements and talents together.    

Thank you so much! 

2023 Cultural Captains - Amelia Rawson and Alyssa Young

Welcome New Students

New Students Commencing – Semester 2

As we welcome staff, students, and families back for Semester 2, it is an opportune time to extend a warm welcome to the 9 new students and their families who have joined us in the past 2 weeks. We understand that transitioning to a new school can be a mix of excitement and trepidation, especially when it happens midway through the year. To ensure a smooth integration, our induction process pairs each new student with a same year level buddy who provides support during the initial days and weeks at the College.

High school encompasses more than just academics; it revolves around the people you encounter and the connections you establish. Building positive relationships with fellow students and teachers creates a supportive network that enriches the high school experience. On Tuesday 18^th July, our new students were invited to a welcome lunch, where they had the opportunity to spend quality time with their buddies, Joey's Way Teacher, and other key staff members in a relaxed and casual setting. This gathering allowed the new students to foster connections, identify the faces of key staff who can support them and helped them develop a sense of belonging within our school community. We are looking forward to seeing them share their talents and gifts with the College during their time here.

HOT-5 and Executive Functioning

This year, we have explored the concept of executive functioning with the Year 7 cohort. What exactly is executive functioning? Executive functioning is described by some as “the management system of the brain” and is separated into three main areas: working memory, cognitive flexibility (also known as flexible thinking) and inhibitory control (which includes self-control). Executive functioning is responsible for many skills including:

• Paying attention
• Organising, planning and prioritising
• Starting tasks and staying focused on them to completion
• Understanding different points of view
• Regulating emotions
• Self-monitoring (keeping track of what you’re doing).

(Understood for All, 2022)

The development of executive functioning skills is a gradual process, with each student having unique strengths and areas for growth. Consequently, there are various ways in which executive functioning can be nurtured both at home and at school.

At the College, one effective approach to developing executive functioning skills has been the implementation of the HOT-5 hand. Initially introduced to our year 7 students, the HOT-5 hand serves as a visual reminder placed on their locker doors, in classrooms, and in the Year 7 Hub. This tool supports students in bringing the necessary materials to all their lessons. Teachers have noticed the positive impact of the HOT-5 hand, with many highlighting the improved organisational skills displayed by the year 7 cohort compared to previous years.

To further support executive functioning at home, you may wish to consider the following strategies:

1. Foster a structured environment:

• Keep your child's timetable and the College calendar visible, such as on the fridge or a pinboard.
• Utilise term planners and weekly schedules to encourage your child to manage their schedule effectively.
• Collaborate with your child to create a designated study area at home. Emphasise the importance of maintaining its neatness and organisation. Consider an open and visible space that allows for supervision, promoting safe Internet and ICT usage.

1. Encourage healthy habits:

• Promote adequate sleep, nutritious meals, and regular physical activity. These factors contribute to a well-rested and nourished brain, enhancing cognitive abilities and executive functioning.

1. Maintain supportive relationships:

• Foster open lines of communication with your child, creating an environment where they feel comfortable discussing their challenges and seeking guidance.
• Collaborate with their teachers to stay informed about assignments, due dates, and their progress. Working together as a team reinforces executive functioning skills and cultivates a positive learning environment.

Natasha Digweed - Student Engagement Middle Leader – Induction - ndigweed@sjc.qld.edu.au

Sport

Southwest Thunder News

Congratulations to Marley Jackwitz who was selected in the Under 15 Girls Country team at the FQ State Championships held during the holidays.

Frisbee Golf

Also, over the holidays Joe Paull spent three days preparing for and competing in the 3 days Queensland Disc Golf Championships. It was a very competitive event and we are very proud of Joe for finishing in 3^rd place.

Queensland Independent Secondary Schools Netball Carnival (QISSNC)

During the first week of the holidays, 10 young netball players and coaching staff left the grounds of the College to attend the Queensland Independent Secondary Schools Netball Carnival, held at the Nissan Arena in Brisbane.

The opening ceremony on the Sunday afternoon commenced the proceedings for the week.

Day 1:

8.30am                 DEFEATED Chanel College 18 – 17

10.00am              DEFEATED by Clairvaux MacKillop College 25 – 19

11.30am              DEFEATED Mount Alvernia College 25 – 17

Day 2:

12:30pm              DEFEATED by St James College 24 – 12

1:30pm                DEFEATED Aquinas College 21 - 19       

Day 3:

9:00am                DEFEATED by St Ursula’s College Yeppoon 22 – 21

10:30am              DEFEATED by Emmaus College 24 – 22

Day 4:

This took us into the quarter finals on the Thursday morning.

8:30am                QF DEFEATED by St Margarets Anglican Girls School 27 – 16

12:30pm             SF DEFEATED by Clairvaux Mackillop College 17 – 16

Day 5:

Final game for 7^th or 8^th in Division 3

9.00am                GF Defeated Emmaus College 31 – 16 (this team beat us 2 points in the round          

                             games)

The girls did not bring home a trophy this year, but they did progress from being in 8^th position in Division 4 to finishing in 7^th position in Division 3. This improvement demonstrates the students determination.

As you can see by the scores, we had the opportunity to place higher as some of our scores were so close.

After each game the opposition coaches, nominate who they believe was the Player of each Match. This year the award went to a very well-deserving player, Eliza Zillmann.

The girls appreciated the support of parents/guardians who followed them through the year, with getting them to training, trial games and the competition held at Glennie.

They also appreciated the support of Ms Morrison as support coach, Mrs Wright as our scorer for the week and of course Mr Wheeldon for representing us as our umpire for the week.

Without the support of all the above people we could not go to events such as these.

We are going to need even more support to travel to Townsville next year. If you can offer any type of sponsorship for the girls or would like to oversee a fundraising group, please contact me.

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Athletics Carnival

Nominations have also been called for Range Zone (10 – 12-year-olds) athletes, as well as 13 – 19 years DD athletics trials.

Please email the name of the student, DOB and events with times and distances recorded.

Our carnival is being held at O’Quinn Street on August 4.

Some events have already taken place and over the next couple of weeks the 1500m are being run either at JW time or at lunch times. Students wishing to compete for age champion will need to be at these events.

Please see below a draft of the events taking place on the day.

St Joseph College Shines in DD Senior Schools Cup Volleyball Competition

On Wednesday, July 19th, three teams from St Joseph College showcased their talent at the DD Senior Schools Cup Volleyball Competition held at Harristown State High School. For many of the participants, it was their first experience of a competitive volleyball competition, and they did not disappoint.

The boys' team displayed remarkable skill and determination, securing a well-deserved bronze medal. Meanwhile, both girls’ teams demonstrated impressive performances, finishing fifth in their respective pools.

Each game the duty team voted on who they thought the best player was on each team. Recognising these outstanding players, the MVP awards went to Daniel Ooi, Layla Kuehnemann, and Chelsee Kidd, making the day even more memorable for these talented individuals.

Overall, the event proved to be a fantastic learning experience, fostering growth and sportsmanship among the students. Congratulations to all the participants, coaches, and supporters who made this day an unforgettable one.

Tuesday Night Volleyball

Last Tuesday night I had the pleasure of taking the intermediate boys (mostly Year 7 and 8) for their first competitive game of volleyball. I have never seen a group of boys enjoy themselves so much and have so much fun, that sitting there until 9.00pm was no trouble at all.

Even better for them was that they won the game against Toowoomba Grammar (2 sets to 1).

Parents had a great time watching them as well, so hopefully many more wins to come. What a pleasure sport is! 

Bill Turner Cup Final

On Thursday July 20 the girls travelled to Kelvin GroveState School to play the semi final of the Bill Turner Cup. Unfortunately, the girls from Kelvin Grove were just a little too quick for us and their skill level just above us. The girls tried very hard but couldn’t match their teamwork and skill level. It was a great experience for them and I am sure they will take many positive experiences away from the game. I know I am very proud of their efforts.

Many thanks to Dave Nugent for coaching the girls at the game.

Hack and Dressage

Mrs Carlton sent in this fabulous photo of her daughter Regan who on Sunday 16/7/23 competed on her rising 4yr old Australian Riding Pony “McArthurparc Enchanting” AKA “Romeo” at the Northern Districts Hack & Dressage Hack Show day at Burpengary.
This was Rome’s very first start, Regan & Romeo did exceptionally well winning
* Supreme Child Rider
* 1 x Champion
* 2 x Reserve Champions
* 5 x Firsts
* 1 x  Second
Placing in every class, a very exciting start for a young pony, Regan & Romeo have their sights on representing SJC next year in the SJC Interschool Equestrian Team.

Well done to both Regan and Romeo.

Well done to Lucas Clarke who played in Cairns as part of the Darling Downs Under 15 Boys Rugby Union team!

Debbie Newtown - Program Leader - Sport - DNewton@sjc.qld.edu.au

Connecting with Careers

Headstart 

The Headstart program at the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) and University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) provide students with the opportunity to prepare for university by getting a feel for on-campus or online study, developing uni-level study skills and discovering more about your potential degree. 

Congratulations to Sophie Luhrs for successfully completing PSY1010 Foundation Psychology and Brodie Burton for successfully completing ELE1301 Computer Engineering at UniSQ.

We congratulate Romey Weimers and Abigayle Head who both successfully completed LFS103 Introductory BioScience at the UniSC. 

We commend Sophie, Brodie, Romey and Abigayle for aspiring to excellence through Endeavour.

For more information regarding a Headstart course, please see Mrs Harman.

Congratulations! 

Congratulations to Stuart Gray on successfully completing a remarkable feat –Stuart obtained a Diploma in Business and a Diploma and then completed a secondary Diploma in Leadership and Management in an astonishing record time of just 11 days! We are thrilled to announce that Stuart was also chosen as the Valedictorian speaker at the 2023 Aurora graduation ceremony! 

Congratulations to Alex Tini on successfully completing his Certificate III in Music with Timmelle Music! What an incredible accomplishment!

We are eagerly looking forward to witnessing the remarkable journey that lies ahead for you both! 

Lunch and Learn Term 3

A reminder that you can visit sjccareers to signup for the newsletter, Connecting with Careers.  To keep up-to-date with upcoming career events, click here.  To subscribe to newsfeeds, click here. 

QTAC Information Evening Webinar Recording – Year 10 and Year 12 students 

Late last term a webinar for Year 12 students was advertised, If you are a parent or student considering tertiary study and missed this session you can view the recording.  This is your opportunity to engage with QTAC and learn all about the QTAC application process, ATAR, responding to offers and how to order course preferences.  For Year 10 students and parents/carers, this is your opportunity to learn all about the ATAR and QTAC application process. 

Helping your child with career decisions 2023  

Please access the article below. 

JRS Skills Academy -Term 3 2023 WEX Program - Registrations NOW Open! 

The JRS Group WEX Program is back again!!! This time the JRS Skills Academy have teamed up with charity organisation OrangeSky Laundry to bring an all new experience to our program.

KEY DATES: 

**Places are limited in this program, however, any applicant who is unsuccessful in gaining a place will be notified and their application will be given preference for our next program. 

Additional information regarding the programs can be found here :JRS Skills Academy . Please contact the Career Pathways Team for more information. 

 Are you a Year 12 student considering studying at University in 2024? 

Access the 2023 Scholarship Guides, here: https://www.sjccareers.com.au/for-students/newsfeed  

School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship Vacancies 

• Certificate III in Engineering – Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic – Programmed Skills Workfroce 
• Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade - Condamine Drilling - Year 11 and 12 students 
• Certificate III in Carpentry - Revamp Renovations - Year 10 and 11 students 
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care – Mirambeena Year 10 and 11  
• Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining – LineIT Group 

For further information, click here. 

2024 Full-Time Apprenticeship Vacancies. 

Defence 2024 Gap Year opportunities are still available ! 

A gap year with the Airforce, Army or Navy is a great way to trial a career in the ADF and you get paid to do it! Jobs have different closing dates so visit the website for information about available GAP year jobs, closing dates and:  

• Defence Force opportunities   
• Helpful information   
• Eligibility and joining  
• Lifestyle, pay and leave  
• Life after ADF Gap Year  

A reminder that you can access career information from the St Joseph’s College Careers website.  

For more information please contact the Careers Team.

Maree Harman - Career Development Practitioner  -  mharman@sjc.qld.edu.au

Charlotte Penner - Careers Support Officer  -  cpenner@sjc.qld.edu.au

Cultural

COLLEGE MUSICAL - Freaky Friday Tickets On Sale Now

Announcement! - Freaky Friday tickets are now On Sale via the Empire Theatres website. Link found here: Freaky Friday - Empire Theatre

The whole College community is invited to come along to enjoy and support this exciting production by our students in the Performing Arts.

EISTEDDFOD

Part 2 of the Toowoomba Eisteddfod commences next week, 27 July and runs through until 6 August. Our music ensembles will be performing as below. We are particularly excited for our recently formed Percussion Ensemble and Dance Troupe to perform. Detailed information and an EDSMART has been distributed. Students have been working hard to prepare for this event and we wish them well. Best wishes also to our students who will be competing in various solo sections.

ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL DAY

On Tuesday this week, our Junior Concert Band, Junior Choir and Senior Concert Band had the opportunity to participate in a day of intensive rehearsals to prepare for upcoming performances this Term. Junior Band and Junior Choir will perform in the Grandparent’s Day Concert and Senior Concert Band was preparing for the upcoming Eisteddfod. Both Junior Choir and Junior Band were accompanied by some of our more experienced musicians who acted as mentors for these rehearsals. It was great to see these students helping in this way and making it a very worthwhile experience for all involved.

CO-CURRICULAR ENSEMBLES and CHOIRS:

Term 3 is a great time to join our music program with places available in the instrumental tuition program for various instruments. Students learning an instrument and not in an ensemble or any student who would like to join a choir are invited to please be in touch or just turn up to rehearsal and speak with the director of that ensemble. Music rehearsal times are published weekly in Sentral notices. It is never too late to join in.

ARTS OPORTUNITY - THE EMPIRE YOUTH BURSARIES

Calling all future stars of the stage and screen; it’s time to make dreams come true!
Applications for the highly anticipated Empire Youth Bursary program are now open.

Shining a spotlight on those aged between 12 and 25, the program offers development courses for our young dancers, singers, musicians, actors, film makers and theatre creators from some of the best performing arts institutions in Australia.

Previous bursary winners have taken on courses at leading arts establishments including Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts, National Institute of Dramatic Arts (NIDA), Queensland Ballet (QB), Queensland Theatre (QT), Queensland Conservatorium, Empire Youth Arts and more.

Funded by Empire Theatres Foundation, the program has given out close to 500 bursaries, last year awarding an incredible $26,000 to 35 young artists.

Applications for the Empire Youth Bursaries close on August 4. See The Empire website for more details.

TERM 3 DATE CLAIMERS

Toowoomba Instrumental Eisteddfod: 28 July – 3 August, as above

Freaky Friday The Musical: 17 – 19 August

Music Recital: Wednesday 13 September

Congratulations and thank you to students in our Chamber Music Ensembles who provided the music entertainment for the Opening Night and Art Show of the TCSO Arts Fest at the end of Term 2

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Rosanne Pietsch - Program Middle Leader - Cultural  - RPietsch@sjc.qld.edu.au

Technology

JRS Manufacturing visit

On Monday 17 July, the Year 12 Engineering Pathways students were invited to attend JRS Manufacturing for a tour of their workshop. Students were informed about various Metal fabrication techniques including Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding, Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding and other aspects associated with the Metal Manufacturing Industry. Students were also spoken to by different employees of JRS (apprentices and Tradespeople). It is hoped that JRS will partner St Joseph’s College in our ‘Women Who Weld’ program , which will be held later in the year for Yr 10 girls.

Brian Cantwll - Curriculum Middle Leader - Technology  - bcantwell@sjc.qld.edu.au

SJC - Community News

Interact's Shave for a Cure Raffle

We are getting closer to Interact’s annual Shave for a Cure event which will be taking place in Week 5, Term 3 (August 9th)!

This year our goal is to beat last year’s fundraising amount of $17,675!

Tickets for the multidraw raffle are now on sale! Check out the awesome prizes already up for grabs…

Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased online here: https://sjctoowoombainteract.weebly.com/

The raffle will be drawn according to the list on the website at 4pm on Wednesday 9th August 2023.

Thank you to our sponsors who have already donated! If you would like to donate a prize towards the raffle, please reach out!

The Spotted Cow Hotel 
Westy’s Pizza 
Sunset Superbowl 
Zarraffa's Coffee 
Darling Downs Zoo 
Merlo Coffee 
Club Glenvale 
Australian Surfing Adventures 
Adrenaline Sports 
Hair Room On Russell 
Uniplaza Meats QLD 
The Ginger Factory Golden 
West Apprenticeships 
Ivy n Oak Collective 
PharmaSave Harristown (The Tower Shopping Village) 
The Coffee Club Australia 
Kloud9ine 
AquaDuck 
Bou Samra’s 
Nutrimetics 
The Royal 
Westridge Fruit and Veg 
Comtel 
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Our Parent Business Directory has begun and you may see some of our parents business in our column beside our newsletter! We would like to include more businesses. If you would like to be featured please send through any deatils and/or business graphics to: marketing@sjc.qld.edu.au

Uniform Shop

EFTPOS only - No Cash accepted until further notice.

The Uniform Shop will be closed for Stocktake on Thursday 22^nd June 2023.

Are you prepared for a cold snap?

Scarves $25.00

Jumper $75.00

Ladies Tights/Stockings $15.00

Tracksuit Jacket $60.00

Tracksuit Pants $55.00

Male Trousers $45.00

Female Pants $50.00

Missing your hat band $12.00

Hair Accessories $10-12

Orders can be made online, paid for over the phone and all orders can be delivered to student entrance for your child to collect from there.

Online orders can also be delivered to your home for a fee.

Online ordering is available at all times and will only be packed during shop trading hours.

Out of stock:

Female Sport shorts Sz L

Please contact the uniform shop on the below details:

Phone:           07 4631 8514

Email:             sjct@midford.com.au

Ordering Online Process

www.midford.com.au     pass phrase StJC1956

Second hand uniforms are also available at the Uniform Shop.

If you have used uniform items that would like to donate, please drop off to the Uniform Shop during opening hours.  Donations are greatly appreciated.

If you have used uniform items that you would like us to sell for you, please call into the uniform shop and collect a “Used Clothing” form. Used uniforms items MUST be in good condition, hems intact, no holes, stains or missing buttons. They also need to washed, ironed and be the current uniform. 

If you have any questions, please call us on 4631 8514 during opening hours.