School News
PB4L (Positive Behaviour for Learning)
Whole School Expectation- Weekly Focus for Students
Be responsible: Complete your learning tasks to the best of your ability.
Happy Birthday
23 October: Xanthe B Yr 1 and Cassandra J Yr 6
24 October: Daniel R Yr 5
25 October: Ashton B Yr 2
28 October: Woody C Kinder, Gabriel A Yr 2 and Laila M Yr 4
29 October: Myla Q Kinder
ENROLMENTS: K-6 places now available for 2022
We have places in every grade for new students in 2022. If you know anyone thinking about enrolling their child please ask them to contact Mrs Charadia or direct them to find the enrolment form and information on the school website.
Formation of Classes for 2022
All requests regarding a child’s placement for 2022 classes should be made in writing and addressed to the Principal, Mrs Charadia, by Friday 12 November (Week 6). Parents are asked not to make verbal requests of teachers as Mrs Charadia may not be aware of them.
The formation of classes is a complex process and while parental requests are considered, there is never a guarantee that they will be granted. If you plan to make a request, particularly about your child being placed within a friendship group, please be aware that there may be circumstances surrounding such requests that prevent them from being granted.
Questionnaire for a possible bus service north of St Joseph's
We are presently investigating the possibility of a dedicated School Bus, servicing north of the school.
To assist with our investigations we ask families who reside north of the school to complete this short survey.
All responses are to be completed by Friday 5 November 2021.
Book Club - Issue 7 2021
Students received our Book Club Issue 7, 2021 today.
Issue 7 book ordering will close on Friday 5 November 2021. This will be the last Book Club for the year so if you need Christmas gifts, now is the time to order!
Books will be delivered in the week beginning 21 November 2021
ICAS 2021 Sitting Dates 1-26 November
The ICAS 2021 sitting dates will be forwarded tomorrow (Friday 29 October) via COMPASS Newsfeed. These will commence next week (Week 5).
School Counsellor available
This week we welcome Madelene Graulund from CatholicCare as our new school counsellor. Maddy will be available one day per week for students. This is a valuable service in supporting the emotional and wellbeing needs of students and the counsellor now has available spaces.
Parents are always welcome to contact Mrs Charadia to talk about and request counselling for your child.
Wollongong City Council - School Zone Parking
The council rangers frequently visit the school in the morning or afternoon and below is a flyer produced by Wollongong City Council outlining the infringements and fines. Please take particular note of rules around parking near double centre lines.
Year 3 - 2022 1:1 iPad Program
Communication was sent out to Year 2 (Year 3 2022) Parents/Carers on Tuesday 12 October through COMPASS. Please complete the google from by Monday 1 November.
Should you have any further queries please contact the school office.
Last Day for Students in 2021
The last day of the school year for 2021 for students is Tuesday 14 December, Week 11.
Year 6 Farewell
Monday 13 December
The Year 6 Farewell will be celebrated on Monday 13 December. Students will begin a day of celebration with a liturgy followed by a special lunch together in the hall. In the school hall, specially decorated for the occasion, Year 6 students will enjoy special yummy treats, watch a slide show/ movie celebrating their time at St Joseph's, celebrate the announcement of special awards, receive certificates, and a photobook as souvenirs of their learning and growth in faith at St Joseph's, and other fun activities. These are just some of the ways they will celebrate their farewell.
The liturgy and event in the hall will be recorded and made available to parents as soon as possible after Monday.
Tuesday 14 December
Year 6 students will enjoy time at Bulli Beach pool with some lunch and time with their friends. On return to school, they will be farewelled by students from Kinder to Year 5 and staff. After the farewell, Year 6 parents will be able to collect their children.
Due to the uncertainty of COVID restrictions, details about how parents may participate in Year 6 Farewell activities will be provided as soon as possible.
Have you purchased your 2021 SJB Yearbook? CLOSES TOMORROW!
Orders are now open to purchase our SJB 2021 School Year Book.
To purchase your copy we will be using our online Canteen system QuickCliq under 'EVENTS'.
Please place your order your copy by clicking the link below by tomorrow, Friday 29 October 2021.