Parents' Association and PAL organised events

Funding Proposals

A heartfelt thank you to all parents who have generously given their time, energy, and support throughout this term. Your involvement strengthens our school community, and we deeply appreciate every contribution — big or small.

A reminder that funding proposals are due on Friday 31 July. If you have an idea or initiative that could benefit our students or school community, we encourage you to submit your proposal before the deadline.

The Funding Proposal form can be found here.

Save the date

Parents' Association Meeting — Tuesday 25 August at 6pm (TMEC). 

We look forward to seeing many of you there.

Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and enjoyable holiday break.

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

Inspire Parent Education: Supporting emotional regulation at home

Thursday 30 July 2026

The Inspire Parent Education arm of the Parents’ Association warmly invites all John XXIII College parents to an engaging session on emotional regulation.Join our primary and secondary wellbeing teams as they share insights into children’s and teens’ emotional development, and offer practical strategies to help you support your child’s emotional regulation at home.

What we’ll explore:

• recognising children’s emotions and how they present across different stages of development
• why co-regulation matters and how it helps children learn to manage their emotions
• the steps of emotion coaching
• core strategies for de-escalation
• using the RULER approach to support emotional regulation for children, adolescents and parents• changes in the adolescent brain and behaviour
• managing adolescent emotions and knowing when to step in

This session is designed to empower you with knowledge and tools to nurture your child’s wellbeing, strengthen family connections and foster resilience.

All John XXIII College parents and carers are welcome. Register here.

Parent Sundowner - 19 September

Saturday 19 September 2026 

5:30pm - 8:00pm

St Louis Sports Centre (Space), John XXIII College

As part of our ongoing commitment to fostering a connected and welcoming school community, the John XXIII College Parents’ Association warmly invites all parents to join us for our Parent Sundowner, an informal, adults‑only evening on the College grounds, complete with live entertainment.

This relaxed, picnic‑style gathering is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow parents, catch up with old friends, and celebrate the spirit of our College community.

Format: Picnic‑style

• BYO drinks or use the bar to purchase drinks on the night
• BYO picnic food or pre‑order catering by Ultimo when you purchase your ticket. (Food will not be available for purchase at the event.)
• What to bring: Picnic rug or low chairs

• If doing BYO please no glassware.

   

   

Parent Events organised by the PALS

We would like to thank our PALS (Parents’ Association Liaisons) for their ongoing dedication and enthusiasm in bringing our community together throughout Term 2. Their efforts in organising a range of welcoming and engaging events have provided valuable opportunities for families to connect and strengthen relationships across year groups.

Term 3 line-up of events

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