Parents' Association and PAL organised events

Thank you to everyone who submitted funding proposals this Term. The funding proposal listed below has been approved by the committee for funding consideration at the upcoming meeting:

• New drink fountains for Primary and Secondary areas - $105,000

Our next Parents' Association meeting will be held on: Tuesday 26 May at 6:00pm in the Thomas More Exhibition Centre.

A reminder that all parents are automatically members of the Parents' Association and we encourage all parents to come along, connect, and contribute.

The agenda is available in the Parents’ Association section on SEQTA.

We look forward to seeing many parents at the meeting.

As always, if you have any queries or suggestions for the Parents’ Association, please let us know via email: parentsassociation@johnxxiii.edu.au. 

Parental Guidance – Dr Justin Coulson - Positive solutions for every family

The Inspire Parent Education Committee invites you to a special evening with one of Australia's most respected parenting experts.

Parental Guidance – Dr Justin Coulson - Positive solutions for every family

• Tuesday, 9 June 2026
• 6:30pm – 8:00pm, followed by refreshments
• John XXIII College, 25 John XXIII Avenue, Mount Claremont

• Bookings are essential. Please register here. 

   

Whether your child is just beginning their journey in Pre-Kindergarten or navigating their final years of Year 12, this presentation is for you.

Parenting today looks very different from a generation ago. We've moved beyond the era of strict, authoritarian approaches, but many parents are left wondering: if not rules and consequences, then what? How do we raise children who are independent, resilient, and emotionally healthy, while still providing the guidance they need?

That's exactly what Dr Justin Coulson will explore in this engaging, evidence-based presentation. A father of six, author of nine books on parenting and family life, and co-host of Channel 9's Parental Guidance, Dr Coulson brings warmth, humour, and genuine insight to the topics that matter most to families today.

On the night, you can expect to explore:

• How to better understand your child's emotional needs at every age and stage
• Practical, science-backed strategies to strengthen your relationship with your child

• How to create a home environment where children genuinely thrive

   

This is a wonderful opportunity for our entire Pre-K to Year 12 community to come together, be inspired, and connect with other families over refreshments afterwards.

About Inspire

This event is proudly brought to our College community by Inspire, the parent education arm of the John XXIII College Parents' Association. Through Inspire, the Parents' Association funds a program of expert speakers and educators who address a wide range of relevant social issues affecting young people and their families today. These presentations are designed to inform, empower, and support parents as they navigate the challenges of raising young people in a rapidly changing world.

Save the date - 19 September

The Parents' Association is planning a Parent Sundowner for later in the year, so please save this date and stay tuned for further details.

From Your 2026 Parents’ Association Committee:

• President: Sally Walter
• Vice Presidents: Amy McGregor and Steve Jennings
• Secretary: Sarah Thompson
• Treasurer: John Sibenaler
• General Committee Members: Genevieve Hohnen, Kristy-Lee Kong, Kerry Tudori, Caroline Di Costa, Ben Archibald, Melissa Sinclair and Bianca Mainella

Parent Events organised by the PALS

Our PALS (Parents' Association Liaisons) play a vital social role in fostering community spirit, with dedicated parent representatives for each year group guided by our primary and secondary convenors. Get ready for these exciting Term 2 dates organised by PALS to connect families and celebrate our College community.

Please note that all venues and timings will be shared in the year WhatsApp Groups.