Newsletter - Term 3 - Week 8 - Issue 129

From the Principal

Dear Parents and Friends of St Joseph’s College,

Last Friday, St Joseph’s College celebrated Wear It Purple Day. This day was founded almost fifteen years ago to highlight the suffering many people including teenagers experience because of their diversity. At our College, we are committed to the value of compassion and the imperatives of empathy and celebrating diversity. We believe that every person is created in the image of God and accordingly we are called to respect and love unconditionally. Many of our staff and students participated in activities which promoted inclusion which positions our school to be a place where every person should feel safe and respected.

Recently the school released information highlighting our strong literacy and numeracy progress compared against state and national results. St Joseph’s College employs a number of improvement strategies which develop these areas. One of these has been an encouragement of reading and last Thursday students and staff promoted their passions for reading by participating in Book Week. Each person was encouraged to bring their favourite character to life by wearing costumes. Reading has many benefits in developing literacy including enhancing vocabulary and reading comprehension and I encourage all families to promote a love of reading.

Leading through service is at the core of our school motto “Serve Him in Others.” Service enacts our college value of compassion and is a very tangible way of making Jesus known to others through our actions. Last week the college acknowledged the many students who have committed to serving others through one or more of our service groups: Just Joey’s, Liturgy Group, Rosies, Breakfast Club and Interact. Servant leadership is a key component of our Catholic Identity and provides authentic learning experiences which develop our young people socially and emotionally. Such learning dispositions engage our students to be active citizens able to make a difference locally and globally.

On Thursday evening our students and staff acknowledged our father figures and the contributions they make to our communities. Each father figure is central to the development of every young person. This Sunday I encourage your family to take the time to say thank you to the fathers in our lives and to remember those who we have loved but are no longer with us.

We pray:

Bless our fathers, that they may be strengthened as Christian fathers. Let the example of their faith and love shine forth. In moments of joy, rejoice with them. In times of struggle, give them your courage and perseverance.

God Bless
Jim Brennan

Jim Brennan - Principal - jbrennan@sjc.qld.edu.au

From the Deputy Principal

From the Deputy

Transition Afternoons

Last week we held two afternoons to welcome our new Year 7 students in 2025. The purpose of the Transition afternoon is to:

• support and ease our new learners transition into our College;
• meet their House Leaders, Student Leaders, Curriculum Leaders, and other College staff;
• begin to develop a familiarity with the College; and
• meet and begin to build relationships with other new students.

Thanks to all the students who assisted to facilitate the afternoon sessions and to the teachers for organising this opportunity for new students and parents.

Celebrate Father's Day

Amid the hustle and bustle of academic pursuits, let's not forget to honour a special figure in our lives. Father's Day, a day dedicated to celebrating the invaluable role of fathers and father figures, is just around the corner. Take a moment to express your gratitude and appreciation for the support and guidance they provide. Whether it's through a heartfelt message, a thoughtful gift, or spending quality time together, this day serves as a reminder of the love and bond shared with these remarkable individuals. On Thursday we held our Father’s Day Celebration event, and we would like to thank everyone who attending this enjoyable evening.

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Mr Brendon Willocks - Deputy Principal – bwillocks@sjc.qld.edu.au

From the Assistant Principal - Student Engagement

As you are aware, the College has implemented procedures to ensure that our students are consistently wearing their uniform correctly and with pride. The process for managing a student’s uniform infringements is outlined below.

In addition to responding clearly and consistently when a student fails to meet uniform expectations. The College also wants to support students to borrow necessary uniform items when:

1. A student is missing an item of their uniform due to circumstances beyond their control and/or
2. A student has acted proactively to rectify their uniform issue.

The Ignatius Room has a uniform borrowing system. Please note that

1. All Ignatius Room uniform items will be clearly labelled as such.
2. Students who borrow a uniform item need to return the item the following morning, this will enable to wear full and correct uniform home, thereby meeting our expectation of being 100% in uniform, or 100% out of it.

An outline of the system is below.

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

From the Assistant Principal - Religious Education

Celebrating the Guiding Hands of Fathers and Father Figures 

This week we were thrilled to celebrate the fathers and father figures of our Joey’s Community. It was a great time to reflect on the guiding hands of the dads and father figures in our lives. In our Catholic community, these guiding hands aren’t just the ones who provide and protect; they also guide us spiritually and mentor us through life’s challenges. This day is perfect for showing our appreciation for the men who have shaped us with their wisdom, love, and faith. 

The guiding hands of fathers and father figures are there to support us. Their hands teach us how to walk, talk, and navigate the world. Their hands steady us when we stumble and lift us when we fall. Spiritually, their hands help us understand the teachings of Christ and the importance of living a life rooted in faith and compassion. 

In our faith, we look up to Saint Joseph, Jesus’ earthly father, as the ultimate example of fatherhood. Saint Joseph’s unwavering faith, humility, and dedication to his family are qualities all fathers strive for. Fathers and father figures in our lives mirror this divine example, nurturing our spiritual growth and encouraging us to live out our faith in everyday actions. 

The influence of a father goes way beyond childhood. The values and lessons they teach us shape who we become as adults. Their guidance helps us develop a strong moral compass, a sense of responsibility, and a deep respect for others. They inspire us to strive for excellence, be resilient in the face of challenges, and always seek the good in others. 

In celebrating Father’s Day, we celebrate the guiding hands that have shaped us, the hearts that have loved us, and the faith that continues to inspire us.  

Wishing all fathers and father figures a blessed and joyful Father’s Day! 

A Prayer for Fathers’ Day

Heavenly Father,

On this special day, we lift up all fathers and father figures to You. We ask for Your blessings upon their hands, which work tirelessly to provide, protect, and guide us.

Bless their hands with strength, so they may continue to support their families with unwavering dedication. May their hands be instruments of Your love, offering comfort and care to those in need.

Bless their hands with wisdom, so they may lead with integrity and make decisions that reflect Your will. May their hands be gentle, nurturing the growth and faith of their children.

Bless their hands with patience, so they may remain steadfast in times of challenge and uncertainty. May their hands be a source of encouragement, lifting us up when we fall and steadying us when we stumble.

Just as Saint Joseph’s hands guided and protected Jesus, may the hands of all fathers and father figures be guided by Your divine grace. Help them to be living examples of Your love and compassion.

We pray for those who may not have a father present in their lives. May they find strength and guidance in the hands of the father figures You place along their path, and may they always feel Your loving presence.

Bless all fathers and father figures today and always. May they find joy in their role and strength in Your grace.

In Jesus’ name, we pray.

Amen.

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

McAuley Captains

Hello SJC Community! We are Sienna and Daniel, and we are the 2024 McAuley House Captains.  

It has been a pleasure to lead the house so far this year and it has been filled with excitement. Our goal as captains was to increase participation and perseverance in the community and create a welcoming environment for everyone. We can happily say that we have achieved a lot so far this year, with the help of each amazing individual in McAuley, and we look forward to the rest of the year.  

We started the year with the Swimming Carnival, where we were able to achieve second place. We had several outstanding individuals who took out Age Champion, Runners Up or 3rd Place, providing a great contribution to our house points. However, the willingness of each person to jump in the pool and give it a go – whether they had to doggy paddle down the lane or were confident swimmers – was what made the greatest contribution to our overall success. Similarly, we came out with second place in the Cross Country. Although we came fourth in the Athletics Carnival, we were very proud to see lots of red out on the oval, whether they were cheering or participating, we saw the McAuley spirit all around. 

Earlier in the year, we had students participating in the Interhouse Touch and Netball competitions held at lunch. It was a great opportunity for everyone in McAuley to interact, show sportsmanship and team spirit.  

We have also celebrated the individual achievements of our students, many achieving academic awards, participating in mission, cultural and sporting groups throughout the year and representing the College proudly at events.  
We are very proud of McAuley this year and look forward to seeing what the rest of the year brings for us. 

2024 McAuley Captains - Sienna Wagner and Daniel Ooi

Rice House

At the heart of St Joseph’s College Teaching and Learning Framework is our commitment to nurturing Expert Learners who pursue their passions and pathways. This framework visually encapsulates our core educational goals and underscores our dedication to the success of every student.

Dr Greg Ashman, an esteemed author, academic, and the current Deputy Principal at Ballarat Clarendon College, is a prolific writer who shares valuable insights with parents, students, and educators. His recent writings focus on the concept of motivation, a timely topic as our Year 12 students approach their External Exams, Year 11 students begin Unit 3 studies, and junior students prepare for their unit assessments. Below is an excerpt from his latest work.

Have you ever asked your child about their day and your child has responded that they did not learn anything new in a particular class? Often, the implication will be that the lesson was a bit of a waste of time and perhaps a little boring.

However, without invalidating students’ experiences, it is worth sharing some findings from cognitive science and education research that are not commonly known or understood.

Most people in education seem to think that motivation is something that someone, usually a teacher, does to someone else, usually a student. For example, if we want to motivate students about science, we might bring in an outside speaker to give a cool lecture. Perhaps the speaker will be a young and funky professional scientist. Perhaps they will give a lecture where things explode and change colour.

There is nothing wrong with this, but what we have created is what educational psychologists call, ‘situational interest.’ We have presented an interesting experience that students will enjoy. However, this will not necessarily leave them more motivated about science in general. This is because motivation for learning science is about something called ‘personal interest,’ which refers to a long-term investment in a subject.

Evidence suggests that personal interest is very closely related to experiencing a sense of success. We become motivated by becoming better at something…motivation is within an individual’s control and something they can decide to develop. Imagine a person who starts running. After a little persistence, they will begin to see their times reduce or their distance increase and this will become motivating. Similarly, students can use the study skills we have taught them to work hard at a subject, improve their understanding and gain that sense of motivation.

Yes, people still have their individual tastes and preferences, but they also have far more control than they realise.

The old adage, “you get out what you put in,” holds true. Although we can’t simply download expertise like in the dystopian world of the Wachowski Brothers’ Matrix, we can cultivate success, through effort and persistence.

Rice House celebrated a triumphant return to form at the recent Athletics Carnival, securing 12 of the 36 age champion medals. This success is a testament to the students’ motivation, which has been steadily building through improved attendance and participation at recent carnivals. A named goal of our 2024 student leadership group. In our Intra-House competition, Rice 8 leads the Waterford Challenge by 12 points, aiming to do the double and be the only JW with their name on the trophy.

By the time the next Rice House newsletter article goes to print, our Year 12’s will have graduated. In advance I would like to thank Emily and Liam for their leadership in 2024 and wish all of the 2024 Rice House students the best of luck as they move on to the next phase of their lives.

Thomas Moore - Student Engagement Middle Leader - Rice House - tmoore@sjc.qld.edu.au

Sport

Touch - Swans Competition

Following a week of bye and inclement weather, the finals of the Swans competition took place this week.

Most of our teams competed for 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th place positions, with the exception of our Under 13 boys’ team, who advanced to the grand final against St. Mary’s. This matchup was a repeat of the All-Schools competition held a couple of weeks ago.

Despite their valiant efforts, the team was unable to overcome St. Mary’s, ultimately losing with a score of 4 to 2. The commitment and determination displayed by all the players were commendable, and they deserve recognition for their hard work.

We would also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mr Lobwein for his exceptional coaching skills and unwavering support of St. Joseph’s College. His dedication in mentoring the boys and contributing his time to their development is greatly appreciated.

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ms Kenny, Mr Steel, Mrs Lawrence, and Mr McKenzie for their dedication and support in facilitating student participation in this competition. Their efforts have greatly assisted the various teams in their preparation for the All-Schools Touch Competition at the Gold Coast, scheduled for early October.

Darling Downs Athletics Trials

On Thursday, August 22, and Friday, August 23, four of our students participated in the trials for the Darling Downs Athletics team.

Hayden Lobwein demonstrated impressive performance, finishing second in both the 800m and 1500m events. However, he did not meet the qualifying times needed to secure a place on the team but has now successfully been selected for a spot in the team and will compete in Brisbane.

Rheanna Hart showcased her talent across multiple events, competing in the long jump, 100m, javelin, and triple jump. We are thrilled to announce that she won the triple jump event and successfully earned her spot on the team. Congratulations, Rheanna!

Nathaniel Bation participated in the 100m, 200m, and 400m events but was not able to advance.

Xavier MacDonald took part in the 1500m event but also did not qualify.

We are proud of all our athletes for their hard work and dedication during the trials!

Senior SSI Red Lion Competition

On Friday, the boys' team travelled to Highfields for a critical match to secure a spot in the grand final. Despite a valiant effort, the team faced a tough challenge and ultimately lost the game 1-0. Their performance demonstrated commendable determination and resilience, and they are to be congratulated for their hard work throughout the competition. Special thanks to Mr. Hansen for his dedication and support in coaching the boys.

The girls' team competed in their semi-final against St. Ursula’s on Monday, where they achieved a remarkable victory, winning 6-0 and earning a place in the grand final against Highlands.

Senior AAG Basketball Report

On Thursday, August 15, the open boys and girls’ basketball teams travelled to St. Mary’s and Glennie to participate in the AAG competition.

The boys faced challenges throughout the day and were unable to secure a victory. However, their spirit and determination remained strong, showcasing their resilience. Special thanks to Mr. Maripa for his unwavering dedication in training the boys leading up to this event.

In contrast, the girl’s team had an impressive performance, finishing the competition undefeated with victories against Harristown and Concordia. In the crossover semi-final, they triumphed over Glennie, earning their spot in the grand final against Fairholme.

Despite being down by several points at the end of the first quarter and struggling to regain confidence, the girls fought back in the last quarter. They closed the gap but ultimately fell short by four points as the final whistle blew. It was an exciting and competitive game of basketball.

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

Connecting with Careers

Something to think about  

“In a world where you can be anything, be kind.” — Jennifer Dukes Lee

In this newsletter, we are focusing on: 

• How to study effectively
• TAFE Skills Taster - Beauty
• QTAC and Tertiary Entry Information
• Upcoming events 
  • Australian Defence Force (ADF) Information Sessions
  • Myfuture free pathways’ webinars

To access career information, upcoming events and learning opportunities, you can go to St Joseph’s College Careers website. 

How to study effectively

As students are approaching assessment for their subjects, it is timely to revisit effective ways to study. 

While there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach when it comes to studying effectively, there are methods you can use to improve your recall and long-term memory. Remember: everyone has different learning techniques. What works for other students may not work for you. Just keep trying until you discover the best way to study. Victoria Uni has put together 10 study tips to try out. Click here to read more about:

1. Get organised
2. Don't skip class!
3. Take notes
4. Talk to your teacher and ask questions
5. Space out your studying
6. Create a study plan and stick to it!
7. Don't just re-read but study
8. Set up a quiet study space
9. Test yourself
10. Find a study buddy or join a study group

Reading the article with your child/ren will be informative and a great conversation starter to better support them in their learning journey.

TAFE Skills Taster - Beauty

The Year 10 Taster Program allows eligible high school students to try out an industry area without needing to commit to a full qualification or apprenticeship. Students get to see if an industry area is the right option for them, or test out a potential career path that they're considering following in the future. this program is subsidised by the Queensland Government and is offered at no cost. Students will complete individual competencies from various programs but will not complete a full certificate or obtain any QCE credits.

This is a 10 week program commencing 30 September 2024 to 2 December 2024.

Students will complete the following units of competency out of SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics.

• SHBBCCS004 Demonstrate retail skin care products
• SHBSIND005 Communicate as part of a salon team
• SIRXIND003 Organise personal work requirements
• SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information

For more information, see the flyer below:

QTAC and Tertiary Entry

The following information will assist you to support your child with their QTAC application.  As part of our process at the college, the Year 12 students have been invited to meet with Ms Jackman or Mrs Harman to discuss their post-schooling pathways.  In the Pathway Plan Meeting with Year 12 students, we are supporting students with their QTAC application and discussing preferencing with students so that they feel confident in submitting their QTAC application.  We encourage you to support your child with submitting their QTAC application.

Check your emails!

The main form of communication between you and QTAC is via email. It is essential that you use your personal email address when applying to QTAC (your school email will become inactive once you leave school). You need to regularly check your Inbox, Spam and Junk mail for any communications, notifications and/or offers from now until you receive a QTAC offer. IF you miss an email and do not respond within the timeframe, you may miss out on any offer for 2025. DO NOT IGNORE OR MISS A QTAC EMAIL OR TEXT.

Direct Entry and Self-Managed applications

There are a number of private providers and tertiary institutions who prefer to manage their applications through the direct entry or the self-managed process. Direct entry applications are offered by:

• Universities - full fee courses
• SCU and UNE - some distance education courses
• University of Tasmania
• Private universities, colleges and institutes
• TAFE Queensland - Certificate courses

Self-Managed applications are offered by:

• Mater Education
• Australian College of Applied Psychology
• Australian College of Physical Education
• Endeavour College of Natural Health
• Healthcare Skills Australia
• JMC Academy
• Russo Business School
• Study Group 

Eligibility requirements and Merit determination

Eligibility requirements vary across university and TAFE institutions but may include:

• Age requirements
• Subject prerequisites, portfolio, audition or interviews
• Essays or personal statements
• Questionnaires or exams (medicine & dentistry may require UCAT)

It's important to check early closing dates in your QTAC course guide so you don't miss out on any opportunities. Entry into degrees is also determined on Merit. Here’s how it works:

Applicants are allocated ranks based on their assessable qualifications. Assessable qualifications may include: 

• Year 12 ATAR or IB
• Overseas Year 12 qualifications
• Previous tertiary study – Bachelor/Masters (min 2 subjects required)
• Completed AQF qualifications (Cert 3 & 4)
• Diploma, Advanced Diplomas
• Bridging and preparatory courses

It is important to note that not all universities accept all forms of assessable qualifications and you should check their websites for their individual merit/assessable qualifications policies.

Fixed closing dates for some degrees

Make sure you read about the fixed closing dates as some courses close in September. If you want to apply for certain courses, you’ll need to do so by the corresponding closing date. Courses related to creative and performing arts may have additional requirements that need to be satisfied. Click here or check out Pages 19 and 20 in your 2025 QTAC Course Guide.

How will I know I have a QTAC offer?

You only receive one offer from QTAC. Your offer will be for your highest eligible preference (i.e. the highest course on your preference list where you have met the minimum entry requirements and your ATAR/IB/Tertiary Rank is above the lowest ATAR/IB/Tertiary Rank to receive an offer). If you get an offer, QTAC will send you an email or SMS notifying you to log in to your QTAC application account to view, print and respond to your offer.

Year 12 students could receive an offer anytime from 15 November 2024 (not including early offers through some university programs). It is essential that you check your emails and mobile phone (for an SMS) from 15 November until you firmly accept an offer. If you receive an offer, you MUST check the respond by date, and respond to your offer on time. If you don’t respond by the due date, you will lose the offer and you will no longer be considered for any other course/s. If this happens, contact QTAC immediately. Remember to use your private email address NOT your school email address on your QTAC application.

Register to get your ATAR - A must for Year 12 ATAR students

If you are in Year 12 and ATAR eligible, you need to register with QTAC to have your ATAR calculated at the end of the year. The ATAR release date for 2024 is Friday 13 December. You will need the following personal details ready to set up your ATAR account:

• Full name (as shown on your QCAA learning account)
• Date of birth
• LUI number
• Personal email address (do not use your school email)

Click here to start your ATAR registration. 

Subject adjustments when applying to QTAC

Subject adjustments are extra tertiary entry ranks which universities give for specific subjects you have successfully studied during Year 12. QTAC automatically apply these adjustment factors when calculation your order of merit for your chosen course preference/s. Although each university and institution have their own subject adjustment policies, the general rule is that QTAC will only consider them when you apply for tertiary entry in Semester 1 in the year straight after school. Google each university you are interested in including in your QTAC applications to see if you are eligible for any subject adjustments.

What is an ATAR and how to apply for your ATAR

QTAC will calculate your ATAR based on your Year 12 results provided by the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority. ATAR results are used nationally for tertiary admissions. It is the standard measure of your overall academic achievement in relation to other students where these students have studied different subject combinations. ATARs are expressed as a number on a 2000-point scale from 99.95 to 0.00 in steps of 0.05. So, the highest ATAR is 99.95, then 99.90, then 99.85, and so on, down to 0.00. ATARs below 30 are reported as ‘30.00 or less’.

To get your ATAR you need to register with QTAC and they will then notify you of your ATAR on 13 December 2024. This registration is COMPLETELY SEPARATE to your QTAC course application for study in 2025. If you are ATAR eligible you need to apply/register for BOTH.

To register to receive your ATAR, go to the QTAC website, and click on ATAR REGISTRATION. Registering for your ATAR is FREE. You will need to have the following information ready:

• Full name (as recorded on your school record - no nick names or shortened names)
• Date of birth
• LUI number (Learning Unique Identifier number that your school will give you)
• Personal email address (DO NOT use your school address as it will not be active once you leave school)
• You will be sent a confirmation code so look in your Inbox and Junk mail for the QTAC email

During the short registration process, you will be asked to respond to three statements by checking a tick box as to whether:

• You acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by the policies, terms and conditions 
• I do not consent to my ATAR or ATAR eligibility as determined by QTAC being shared with the school I attended in Year 12

If you check this box, QTAC WILL NOT notify your school of your ATAR results which can make it difficult for your school to provide you with follow up career pathway support if needed - but it is totally your decision.

and

• I do not wish to be sent an email notifying me that my ATAR result has been released. If you check this box you will need to log into your ATAR account with QTAC to find your ATAR result.

QTAC have developed a helpful video showing you the process and there is an ATAR FAQs section towards the bottom of the page. REMEMBER, you STILL need to do a separate QTAC application if you are wanting to apply for course entry in 2025 and this will cost you $65.

What is the difference between the QCE and ATAR?

The Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) and the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) are different and have different purposes. The difference is:

• QCE: Certifies learning showing the individual has achieved a specific standard of education at senior schooling level. The QCE may be referred to by employers and the general community
• ATAR: Shows a student’s position (or ranking) compared to all other students in the state. The only intended purpose for the ATAR is to assist with selecting applicants for tertiary study. It is not an indicator of a student’s potential for career success or earnings

If you have questions about the QCE, including assessment and subject results, you need to contact QCAA. Questions about ATAR should be directed to QTAC.

Australian Defence Force (ADF) Information Sessions

The Australian Defence Force holds career information sessions across Queensland highlighting a number of different ADF career pathways. For details about the following events and for information on Army Reserve Information Sessions, visit the Defence Jobs Australia Facebook site. Click on the link below to find out more and register to attend:

• ADF Careers Information session video
• RMC Information Session video
• Army Reserve information session video
• Army General Entry Information Session video
• Navy Officer Information Session video
• Navy Technical Trades Information Session video

29/08/2024      Gold Coast Navy Careers Information Session

02/09/2024      Brisbane Defence Careers Information Session

03/09/2024      Gold Coast Defence Careers Information Session

Myfuture free pathways' webinars

Myfuture are hosting the following free webinars.  These webinars may assist you in supporting your child/ren in their career learning journey.

Early registration is advised and you can click here to register.

For more information please contact the Careers Team.

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

Cate Jackman - Careers Support Officer  -  cjackman@sjc.qld.edu.au

From the SJC Library

Term 3 is always an exciting time in the library with planning and decorating starting Week 1 in the lead up to Week 7, Book Week.  Students were eager to help decorate the library assisting with a huge paper mâché cauldron that stood pride of place in the library foyer display.  Year 11 VAP students coordinated works to celebrate the theme “Reading is Magic”, and these works added an element of magic as they were hung throughout the library.

James Phelan, author of the acclaimed series The Last Thirteen, visited on Wednesday to teach students about the exiting world of authorship and all that it entails. 

Students enjoyed the many activities planned for the week including the JW Code Cracker Challenge, book folding, sock bunnies, bookmark design competition, the Book in a Bottle competition and the Harry Potter Escape Room (which by popular demand has had the ‘open until date’ extended until the end of Week 10).

The winners of the competitions were:

1. JW Challenge: Tuesday R10, R5 & R3 and Wednesday B2, B3 & B5
2. Bookmark Design: Mia Ballard (Winner) and Will Costello (Highly Commended). Both designs will be reproduced as library bookmarks - so come in and grab one!
3. Book in a Bottle: Sarah Ellis & Charlotte Ballard (Jar 1), Ellie Stagg (Jar 2) (Thanks to Mr Watts for a correct entry also).
4. Escape Room - TBA

Our Dress Up day signalled the end of our event with staff and students dressed in costumes covering all genres. Thank you to everyone who participated it was a fun and fantastic day to celebrate reading!

Dress Up Winners

1. Staff Category:

1. Junior School Category (Years 7-9)

1. Senior Category (Years 10-12)

1. Group Costume:

SJC - Community News

The College is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Alumni Sam Clark who graduated from St Joseph's in 2001.

Sam was a well-loved member of the entertainment industry and is described as "one of Queensland's breakout performers" as an actor, producer and theatre company owner.

The College sends our heartfelt condolences to Sam's family, friends, and every member of his community who is grieving his loss.

Learn more about Sam’s incredible life in this article published by The Chronicle.

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.

Has your child outgrown their summer uniform?

All summer uniform stock is available in store.

All-purpose jackets now available in store in all sizes.

Out of stock:

• Tracksuit pants S, M, L, and XL

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.

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Second hand items and Football items not available to order online, but are available in store or payment over the phone.

Please contact the uniform shop on the below details:

Phone:           07 4631 8514

Email:             sjct@midford.com.au

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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.