Secondary

Dear Families

Our Year 11 Pilgrims embark on their Pilgrimage to Cape York Peninsula on Sunday. Students have been working with Mrs Janeen Murphy, Deputy Principal, Faith and Mission, over the past year in preparation for this life-changing experience. Inspired by our motto, Seek Justice, the Pilgrimage experience requires students to experience a totally different way of living, discern transformative moments and engage in deep reflection. The timing of the Pilgrimage coincides with the Year 11 Id Quod Volo leadership program based on the model of servant leadership. Placing them out of their comfort zone, this Pilgrimage will provide students with the invaluable experience of learning from and giving service to others far removed from their lived experience.

As the final phase of their pre-Pilgrimage formation, staff and students were blessed at a moving Commissioning Mass last night. Our best wishes to all students and staff - Luke Bostelman, Jessica Pillera, Erin Basile and Xavier Mitchell - for their incredible journey ahead. We hope that students will have their hearts and minds opened to new encounters experienced with the Cape York communities they will work alongside. May they reflect the abundance of God in all their work and be kept safe and well throughout their Pilgrimage journey.

Years 7 and 8 Magis Personal Projects

Congratulations to students involved in the Years 7 and 8 Magis Personal Projects this week for their informative and well-presented displays. A result of their hard work and dedication to build their knowledge on a topic of interest, it was wonderful to see their passion and learning on display!

Lost Property

As the term draws to a close, students are reminded to check for any personal items they may have misplaced throughout the term. The Lost Property collection outside Student Services includes a range of uniform items, files, drink bottles, and lunch boxes waiting to be collected by their rightful owners.

John XXIII Day - Friday, 8 August

One of the most significant days on the College calendar, John XXIII Day is a community day where students celebrate our founders and heritage, and raise funds to support our College partners, Jesuit Mission Australia and Mary Ward International. This year we are excited to announce that over 20 staff and Year 12 Student Representative Councillors are prepared to take the plunge into an ice bath to raise money for Jesuit Mission Australia. Jesuit Mission works in more than 10 countries across Asia and Africa to uphold the innate dignity of people living with the effects of poverty, especially the most marginalised and vulnerable. Every $200 raised will see a staff member and Year 12 SRC take the plunge. As an additional challenge to promote much-needed funds for Jesuit Mission’s work, I will take the plunge if $5,000 is raised, and Mr Mahon will do so for $10,000.

Donations are tax-deductible and can be made directly to Jesuit Mission Australia using the link below. Let’s come together to help others who are less fortunate than ourselves.

Parent-Student-Teacher Interviews - Wednesday, 23 July

Semester One reports will be available to parents and students at the end of the term and our next Parent-Student-Teacher Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 23 July from 8:30am to 6:00pm as a valuable opportunity to discuss academic progress for students in Years 7 to 12. Secondary Teachers will be available for a combination of online interviews via Microsoft Teams between 8:30am and 12:30pm and face-to-face from 2:00pm to  6:00pm. Bookings via ‘Booked’ will be available to parents from Monday, 7 July until Friday, 11 July. More information regarding the interviews will be provided before the end of term, and we look forward to seeing parents on the day.

Term 2 Key Dates

Shani Andrews

Vice Principal - Head of Secondary

Secondary Semester One Reports

Years 11 and 12 Semester One Reports will be available to download from SEQTA Documents on Friday, 27 June from 3:30pm onwards.

Years 7 to 10 Semester One Reports will be available to download from SEQTA Documents on Friday, 4 July from 3:30pm onwards. 

This reporting information will be important for students and families to review and reflect on areas of strength and areas of growth prior to the Parent-Teacher-Student Interviews on Wednesday, 23 July. More information about this event will be communicated to families soon. 

Chris Morris

Deputy Principal - Teaching & Learning

College Celebration of NAIDOC

NAIDOC Week falls during the first week of the school holidays. This year’s theme is 'The next generation: Strength, Vision, Legacy.' As we look ahead to this week, Mr Matthew McGuire, friend of the College and Noongar Traditional Owner, will give Secondary students and staff a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. 

A Smoking Ceremony is a traditional Noongar ritual used not only to cleanse and purify a specific area, but also to cleanse the spirit, body, and soul while on Noongar Country. This ritual of purification and unity – signifies the beginning of something new.

This event will take place on the Chapel Lawn next Tuesday, 1 July from 8:30am and Secondary students will participate during Homeroom. 

Important health notice regarding the Smoking Ceremony on Tuesday, 1 July

If a Secondary student suffers from asthma and their asthma is triggered by smoke, they will be able to attend the Library, where there will be teacher supervision, during Homeroom on this day.

Students with asthma should also make sure they have their reliever medication with them. 

Mary-Anne Lumley

College Liturgist

Facciamo la pizza!

This term, our Year 9 Italian students learned about the different mealtimes and meals eaten in Italy. This included learning vocabulary and verbs associated with eating and drinking, as well as exploring typical Italian breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Understanding the Italian social concept of the ‘bar’ and its connection to sharing a snack or light lunch was also explored. Last week students prepared and presented a dialogue where they pretended to be an Italian student and an Australian student. They asked and responded in Italian about what they eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as discussing likes and dislikes. This week, both Year 9 Italian classes with Prof Cinini had the opportunity to prepare and make pizzas together. Their pizza consisted of Mutti sauce, mozzarella cheese and basil – the traditional Margherita pizza. 

Well done to our Year 9 Italian students for their efforts and to Prof Cinini for engaging them in a culturally relevant activity.

Melissa Polizzi

Head of Learning Area - Languages

SPORT

ACC Boys Hockey 

The Boys ACC Hockey team had a fantastic day at the Division 1 Hockey Challenge held on Monday, 23 June at Perth Hockey Stadium.

The team started the day strongly with a 2–0 win over Bunbury Grammar and continued their dominant form throughout the round games, defeating Sacred Heart 5–0 and Mazenod 1–0. These results secured them a place in the Grand Final, once again against Bunbury Grammar.

While carnival honours have been shared between the two schools in recent years, this time John XXIII proved too strong, taking out the final with an impressive 3–1 victory.

Congratulations to all players involved, and a special mention to the Year 12 students, Greg Briede, Jackson Bosnich, Ben Savage and Matt Gillman, for their leadership and commitment in their final ACC hockey appearance.

Match Results:

• Round 1 vs Bunbury Grammar - Win 2–0 

  Goals: Jackson Bosnich (2)

   

• Round 2 vs Sacred Heart - Win 5–0

  Goals: Greg Briede (2), Scott Stynes (1), Jackson Bosnich (1), Chris Cooney (1)

   

• Round 3 vs Mazenod - Win 1–0

  Goal: Josh McGlew (1)

   

• Grand Final vs Bunbury Grammar - Win 3–1

  Goals: Matt Gillman (1), Jackson Bosnich (1), Lewis Bishop (1)

Thank you to Mr Tremayne for his write-up of the day and for his guidance and expertise in coaching the team to the win. 

Years 11-12 Senior NAS 

Our Years 11 and 12 Students set out to compete against the other NAS schools on Wednesday, 25 June. For our Year 12 students, this was their final NAS carnival representing our College. We thank them for all their efforts and contributions towards NAS over the years. Their efforts today put John XXIII at third place in the overall tally of placings for NAS this year and only nine points behind Chisholm in second place. 

Premiers 

• Girls Soccer 

2nd Place 

• Boys Football 
• Boys Volleyball 
• Girls Netball A

3rd Place 

• Boys Soccer 
• Girls Netball B
• Girls Badminton
• Girls Volleyball 

4th Place

• Boys Badminton

Ross Meadows Hockey

Three mixed teams of Years 7 to 9 Students took part in the Ross Meadows Shield at UWA Turf on Wednesday, 25 June. It was a great day out for all students involved, with Team 1 finishing fourth for the day. Thank you to Mr Mann and Miss Marquardt, who prepared the teams for the day, and to Miss Kuyler and Mr Sims for accompanying them on the day.

Western Force Cup 

Our Years 9 to 10 Rugby team laced up their boots and took to the field for the Western Force Cup carnival – and what a day it was!

Our boys burst out of the gates in their opening match with a commanding 26–12 victory over Aranmore’s development side. The contest was fast and physical, but our lads brought the energy early, with some slick attacking play and rock-solid defence. For several of our players, it was their first-ever game of rugby, making the win all the more impressive. Confidence was high, and the team found a great rhythm.

Game two saw John XXIII face a formidable opponent in Aranmore’s premier Year 10 rugby team. The battle was hard-fought from start to finish, and while the scoreboard didn’t fall in our favour, our boys showed grit, heart, and some fierce tackling. Not only did they manage to cross the try line, but they also kept Aranmore’s attack in check, limiting their scoring opportunities and refusing to roll over.

With one win and one loss, everything came down to the final pool game against Shenton College. The equation was simple: win, and you’re through. And win they did. John XXIII came out firing and dominated early to secure a 17–5 victory, booking their spot out of the pool stage. Their performance was marked by strong teamwork, quick ball movement, and sheer determination.

Our team was expertly coached by experienced John XXIII rugby mentor and alumnus Christian 'Critter' Golding, with assistance from Mr Mitchell, whose support and sideline enthusiasm helped guide our team through the day.

The finals competition will take place next term, and our boys are already looking forward to continuing their training and honing their skills, with the hope of gracing the field once more in Week 4. With their spirits high and momentum building, this team is just getting started.

Thank you to Mr Mitchell for the great recount of the day. 

2025 Interhouse Surfing

Students across Years 7 to 12 will take part in the annual Interhouse Surfing Competition at Trigg Beach on Thursday, 3 July. A big thank you in advance to Mr Kowal, Mr McLaughlin and Surfing WA for their efforts in bringing the day together. This event is always a highlight on the College calendar for the students who attend. Please see the important information for the day. 

• All students must make their own way to and from Trigg Beach
• 7:15am - ALL students arrive and sign in with the staff​
• 7:45am - Briefing (all students and staff)​
• 8:00am - First heat commences​
• 2:15pm - Final heat finishes​
• 2:30pm - Students picked up (after pack down and off the beach)​

​If you are no longer able to attend or compete, you MUST notify Mr McLaughlin and Mr Kowal​.

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Times and locations may be subject to change. You will be notified via email the day before or morning of, if this is the case.

Year 7 Pre-Carnival Athletics Event 

On Friday of next week, our Year 7 students will participate in their Pre-Carnival Athletics events and have the opportunity to nominate for the upcoming Athletics Carnival.

Below is the schedule for the afternoon. Please scroll to the right.

Athletics Training

Training will continue to take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00am-8:00am. There will be specialist coaches for each event, with all events training on both days this season. 

• Hurdles 
• Long Jump 
• High Jump 
• Javelin 
• Shot Put 
• Discus 
• Sprints 
• Distance 

Please see the season schedule attached for the remainder of the term. This schedule is also available in SEQTA notices. 

Athletics Spikes Hire 

Students interested in renting spikes from the College for the athletics season, please head to Student Services to pay the deposit. Once paid, visit the PE office between 8:00am and 8:20am, or during recess, to collect them from Miss Kuyler. Any queries, please email Miss Kuyler. 

• We require a $50 deposit to hire the spikes. The deposit is returned to you once the spikes are returned. 
• Money must be in a sealed envelope with your name and homeroom written on the front. 

Jessica Pillera

Head of Sport