Principal's Update

St Joseph's is a child-safe school.
We promote the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all students.

Term 3 Highlights – Celebrating a Season of Growth and Community

As Term 3 draws to a close, we reflect on a vibrant and productive few months filled with learning, connection and celebration. Here are just some of the many highlights from across our school community:

Whole School Initiatives

Participated in the ORIMA School Improvement Surveys and the ACER School Improvement Tool (SIT) Review, helping us reflect and grow.
Successfully completed the VRQA School Review, affirming our commitment to continuous improvement.
Hosted School Council meetings and conducted Foundation interviews for 2026 enrolments.
Held Learning Conversations and Science of Learning parent sessions, strengthening the home-school partnership.
Continued to support students through PSG meetings.

Student Life & Extra-Curricular Activities

A huge success at the Athletics Carnival and various sporting events including football, netball, soccer, and basketball carnivals.
Year 5/6 Production rehearsals are well underway – excitement is building!
Memorable excursions including the Year 1/2 visit to the MCG and the Year 3/4 visit to the Writers Festival.
Celebrated key events like Book Week, R U OK? Day, 100 Days of School for our Foundation students and the Great Australian Book Swap.
Enjoyed the Lamont Book Fair.
The Foundation students engaged in the Fire Education Program.

Parents & Friends Association (PFA)

Continued strong community engagement through PFA meetings, the Father’s Day breakfast and stall, and the popular Outdoor Cinema Night.
Supported by successful fundraising and fun events including sushi lunch, pie drive, Crazy Camel fundraiser (artwork on calendars and notebooks), and Friday lunch orders.

Catholic Identity

Undertook a Catholic Identity Review to deepen our mission and values.
Celebrated Sacrament of Reconciliation and held Unit Masses, nurturing our spiritual life.

Staff Development & Formation

Focused on professional growth through Classroom Mastery practices, StepLab Instructional Coaching, and Annual Review meetings.
Participated in key formation days including Staff Spirituality Day, Pastoral Wellbeing Network Day, and Learner Diversity Network Day.
Engaged in Learning Leaders & Principals Data Day and MHiPS training/network days with Bendigo CESL schools.
Continued to explore new initiatives through PLCs on Magnify, including updated testing practices.

There is a lot to celebrate at St Joseph's, and to look forward to for the remainder of the year. The St Joseph staff wish all families a safe and restful holiday.

School Fees & Levies

Statements for school fees & levies are emailed to families at the start of each month. Please check your statement and contact the office if you have any questions.

It is expected that all school fees and levies are finalised each year by the start of December.

The school provides a variety of options for payment of school fees and levies - in full at the start of the school year / part payment at the start of each school term / by direct debit – weekly, fortnightly, or monthly / by direct payment into the school bank account or by regular payments at the school office by cash or EFTPOS. You can even pay over the phone if you wish.

It is important that payment of school fees and levies are honoured and prompt payment is much appreciated. However, if you are experiencing difficulty meeting your obligation for payment, please contact the school to arrange a time to discuss this with the Principal, Mr Peter Teggelove.

2026 Enrolment

We are planning the set up for the 2026 school year and would appreciate families who may be leaving St Joseph's to let us know as soon as possible. This advanced notice supports not only our organisation for 2026 but the transition of students to other settings.

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