News from the Deputy Principal
St Joseph's School
Dear Parents and Carers,
The school is a buzz this week with lots going on, particularly with the Production preparations. We have had a band of parents helping to prepare the backdrops, which has been most helpful. We are very grateful for their assistance. Along with this, there has been a lot of costume organisation and prop making, and we are definitely counting down the weeks and days until we are on stage. Tickets have been on sale since last week and have been advertised through Facebook and Nforma. This week, the link is also in the newsletter. Make sure you invite your family and friends to come along and support our children who have worked so hard with their lines, singing and dancing! It is going to be a wonderful performance.
This week, we have our last Drop In session for our 2026 Foundation students. Next term, they will come to school for more formal transition sessions. We can't wait to meet our new cohort. Our drop-in session is on Wednesday, 13th August, 9-9:30 am.
Below are some links to parent webinars and information sessions which may be helpful to you and your family.
Parenting Webinars - Body Safety Essentials
Join Body Safety Australia for a free webinar aiming to empower children with skills and knowledge that will reduce the risk of them becoming victims of childhood sexual abuse.
Teaching children about body safety and consent from an early age helps them develop respectful relationships as they grow into adults and become more considerate of others, understanding that everyone has the right to feel safe and secure.
Participants will learn:
- Risks, myths, and misconceptions about childhood sexual abuse
- Ten key areas of body safety
- How to identify grooming behaviours
- Age-appropriate play
- Digital technology use, grooming, and abuse prevention
- Practical body safety strategies to implement at home
- How to support at-risk children, including self-care techniques.
SESSION DETAILS
- There are two sessions, one focused on preschool-aged children and the other on primary school-aged children. You are welcome to register for either session individually or for both sessions.
- Sessions will be recorded and available to all registered attendees for a limited time.
- These online webinars are free to attend, but bookings are essential.
For parents and carers of preschool-aged children
Date: Tuesday 2 September 2025
Time: 7pm to 9pm
For parents and carers of primary school-aged children
Date: Thursday 4 September 2025
Time: 7pm to 9pm
Parenting and Mental Health
Beyond Blue offers some great advice and modules to support families who may have family members who suffer from poor mental health.
Please click the link below to find out more about anxiety and depression, looking after your mental health and wellbeing as a parent, and understanding child mental health.
This site offers fact sheets and modules for parents, families and caregivers. Please click the link below to find out more.
Have a great week ahead,
Katie