Winners are Grinners!

Well done to the St Joachim's Football team who won the grand final at today's senior lightning premiership!

Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD)

The Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) on School Students who require adjustments to their learning is a yearly count of students by all Australian schools across the country. The NCCD aims to provide the Australian Government with information about the number of students who require support and adjustments in Australian schools and the type of adjustments they need in order to access and participate in education on the same basis as other students. If you are a parent, guardian or carer of a child who requires ongoing adjustments at school, a teacher or another school staff member will consult with you to understand your child’s needs. This collaborative approach ensures the most appropriate adjustments are chosen to support your child’s learning and participation at school. In some cases, a personal learning plan (PLP) may be developed to document specific educational goals and to review your child’s progress over time.

Irene Stewart 

The Foundation children had a lovely Liturgy on Thursday. 

They enjoyed asking Fr Martin questions and telling him things they know about Jesus.

The children reflected on what type of person they think Jesus would be. 

FRF Kaiden - For developing a positive mindset towards tasks and having a go. Superstar!

FRF Delan - For recording words on the lines and leaving a clear space between words.  Superstar!

FRZ Imogen - For always sharing thoughtful ideas during our class discussions.

FRZ Willow - For fantastic work this week on writing sentences all by herself.  You are doing such a great job sounding out worlds - Well done!

JSE Ava - For listening attentively during our discussions and always being willing to share her ideas. 

JSE Logan - For including adjectives in his recount writing about the long weekend. 

JMR Riley- for always completing his writing to a high standard. 

JMR Addison- for confidently writing all the equations in a given fact family. 

JTA Nikita- For making a special effort to improve the presentation of his handwriting.

JTA Hope- For a special effort in solving addition and subtraction equations using a numberline.

JDB Carter-For trying hard with skip counting from a given number involving 2’s, 5’s and 10’s.

JDB Ella-For trying very hard with the jump strategies of addition and subtraction.

MNG Nysa - for working collaboratively and helping out your classmates when they needed support.

MNG Evelyn - for persisting and maintaining a positive attitude toward your maths work even though it was challenging. 

MSM Olivia P - For offering to support others with their learning.

MSM Rayahn - For his participation throughout our swimming 

MLR Eli - for focusing and completing his written tasks to the best of his ability

MLR Mila - for the positive attitude and energy she brings to the classroom each day

MYK Dante - for great participation and effort in reading groups.

MYK Viya - for being an enthusiastic and motivated learner who is always eager to tackle new challenges.

SLN Adelyn - For confidently contributing to small group discussions and for always being purposefully engaged in all her written tasks. 

SLN Xander - For the clear and confident way he presented his  Home Project to the class.

STC Constance -For outstanding electric house presentation skills and a strong understanding of electrical concepts.

STC Sienna -For outstanding electric house presentation skills and a strong understanding of electrical concepts.

SWD Isaac S for working diligently on his numeracy and writing tasks this week. 

SWD Zonita K for always striving for excellence in all areas of the curriculum. 

SHJ Sophia L - For speaking clearly, confidently, and showing great understanding during her house project presentation.

SHJ Shenoli - for showing an excellent understanding of decimals to the thousandths. 

The foundation students have been exploring place value in maths. They used their knowledge to make a place value rain chain. 

Today we looked at ten and plus more to make teen numbers. Counting and working on our fine motor skills.

Year 5 Transition Day at John Paul College

All Year 5 students spent the morning last Friday, at JPC's Year 5 Transition Day. We shared some photos in last week's newsletter, but here are some taken by JPC staff.

Our Catholic school serves as a safe haven—a sacred place where we can gather, unite, and grow together.

The values of love and unity take on profound significance, particularly when considering the rich tapestry of diversity that includes Aboriginal perspectives and experiences. Within this nurturing environment, we cultivate the capacity to love and support one another, recognizing the importance of walking alongside each individual as they navigate their unique journey through life.

It is essential to acknowledge that no matter the path one chooses or the challenges one faces, each person is never truly alone. Every individual is inherently deserving of love, and each contributes to the vibrant community in which we all belong. In this space, we celebrate the uniqueness of every person, acknowledging that each individual is a one-of-a-kind creation, deserving of respect and dignity.

Our Catholic school serves as a safe haven—a sacred place where we can gather, unite, and grow together. It is here that we foster an environment conducive to learning and sharing, where the values of compassion, understanding, and mutual respect are deeply embedded in our interactions. By embracing the cultural richness of Aboriginal traditions and perspectives, we not only enhance our understanding of one another but also enrich the collective experience of our school community.

In essence, love and unity are not merely ideals; they are the very foundation upon which we build our relationships and our shared journey. As we walk together, we create a supportive network that empowers each member of our community to thrive, learn, and contribute meaningfully to the world around us. 

Tahlia Henare (artist)

Year 3 Procedural Texts

Over the last couple of weeks, the year 3 students have been learning about procedural texts. 

We have identified and investigated the structure and text features of procedural texts and even had a go at writing our own! Inspired by the book ‘How to Wash a Woolly Mammoth’ by Michelle Robinson, the year 3 students worked hard to write their own step by step instructions, using imperative verbs and adverbs. Here are some examples of procedural writing that we are really proud of. 

Monday’s Wyniss Music Incursion

On Monday, students, teachers and families were lucky to see a performance by Wyniss, a traditional music ensemble from Mua Island - the second largest island in the Torres Strait. They put on two performances - one for our Foundation and Junior students, the other for our Middle and Senior students.

The quality of their musicianship, their humour, costumes and traditional instruments all made for an informative and entertaining experience that I hope will stay with the students for years to come. All students now have a wealth of knowledge about how music, dance and games are central to the culture of the people of the Torres Strait Islands. The photos include some of the students’ words that they used to describe Wyniss’s performances.

Senior Lightning Premiership - Netball photo (thanks Jess Elo) and Football (thanks Jess Welsh).