Secondary

Dear Families

Years 11 and 12 students have now completed their exams and should be proud of their approach towards what can be a challenging time in their learning journey. It has been fantastic to hear from many students that they felt prepared because of the support from their teachers, good time management and effective study strategies. Students who have engaged in work placements over the past two weeks have reported enjoying the opportunity to gain more experience and confidence in the workplace. Year 10 students embark on their exams next week, and we wish them every success as they strive towards their personal best. 

Yesterday, we welcomed David Castelanelli from Levitate Learning, who worked with the Year 12 cohort on mindfulness and managing stress, which was a timely workshop following their recent exams. Students self-reflected on practices they had implemented to support themselves through their exams and reviewed additional actions they can begin to implement into their approach as they prepare for the next rounds of assessments and exams later in the year. 

Years 7 to 9 Interhouse Netball Grand Finals were played on Wednesday lunchtime, attracting plenty of passionate spectators cheering their peers on. Congratulations to all players, especially Year 7 Loreto, Year 8 Koolyangarra and Year 9 Campion, who were victorious for each year group. Thank you to House Coordinators for their planning and oversight of this great initiative to strengthen House spirit, and for our student umpires for officiating each game. We look forward to the Years 10 to 12 competition next term. 

All the best to our musicians as they embark on their annual Music Camp today. Thank you to James Kros, Head of Music, all staff attending and our wonderful FOMAD volunteers for their support of students over the weekend. 

Term 2 Key Dates

Shani Andrews

Vice Principal - Head of Secondary

CARAD Refugee Week Foodbank Appeal

This Refugee Week, we're collecting donations for CARAD (Centre for Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Detainees), a not-for-profit organisation that provides essential needs, advocacy and welfare support to people seeking humanitarian protection in Western Australia. CARAD envisions a welcoming Australia where refugees and people seeking asylum can rebuild their lives with dignity, compassion and respect.

Please drop donations to Homeroom by Wednesday 17 June.

Items most needed include: jam, coffee/tea, basmati rice, vegetable oil, UHT/powdered milk, flour, sugar, dried lentils, salt, tinned chickpeas, tinned tuna, spices, dried fruit, passata, toilet paper, hand/body wash, shavers, antiperspirant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, conditioner, multipurpose spray, toilet cleaner, sponges/scourers, dishwashing liquid, laundry powder/liquid, and baby wipes.

Items marked in red on the poster are very low or out of stock, these are the priority.

Donations must be within their best-before date, in unopened packaging, and include an ingredient listing. CARAD does not need cereal, pasta, baked beans, tinned spaghetti, or tinned or instant soups.

Year 9 Outdoor Education Camp

Last Thursday and Friday, our Year 9 Outdoor Education students took part in a fantastic camp in Collie, enjoying two action-packed days of adventure, challenge and personal growth.

Students participated in a range of activities throughout the new camp program including mountain biking, hiking, fishing and teambuilding challenges. A major focus of the camp was developing camp craft skills, with students showing enthusiasm and maturity throughout. Activities challenged students physically and mentally while helping them build communication, leadership and problem-solving skills in a fun and supportive environment.

A sincere thank you goes to all staff involved in attending the camp. Your time, energy and commitment are appreciated.

The camp was an enjoyable and rewarding experience that highlighted the outstanding qualities of our Year 9 students.

Cameron Tremayne

Head of Learning Area - Health & Physical Education

Uniform Shop Update: Online Purchases Launching Term 3

We are pleased to announce that, from Term 3, John XXIII College will be launching an online Uniform Shop as an addition to our on-campus store.

This online store is designed to offer a more streamlined and user-friendly experience, making it easier than ever to manage your orders from the convenience of your phone or computer, while still providing the option to visit us in-store.

To support this transition, the Uniform Shop will close at the end of business on Friday 26 June, to allow for a full stocktake and staff training in preparation for the launch of the new online store and point-of-sale system. The shop will reopen on Wednesday 22 July.

Keep an eye on your inbox for further information, including how to access your account and start using the new system, which will be shared prior to the start of Term 3.

We look forward to this exciting new initiative and to continuing to serve our community both online and in-store.

Boys: Building Strong Young Men From the Inside Out - Webinar

Wednesday 17 June, 7pm AEST

You are invited to register to hear Dr Justin Coulson’s latest research on how best to support your sons in the modern world. As a Happy Families school John XXIII can attend this online event for free.

He’s disappearing. Behind the closed door, lost in screens, making choices that keep you up at night. He’s navigating a world designed to confuse him – algorithms designed to addict him – a world parents don’t understand and can’t break into. The headlines scream crisis. They warn us that boys are in deep trouble… and it’s getting worse.

But it doesn’t have to be like this.

Dr Justin Coulson has a different story to tell. In Boys, Coulson reveals what decades of research suggests: when boys get what they actually need, they thrive. Not through force or fixing, but through connection, meaningful challenge, and someone who refuses to give up on them.

This presentation hands you the ‘Playbook’. It cuts through the noise with practical, research-backed strategies for the battles you’re fighting right now.

Equality, Reconciliation and Social Cohesion: the inspiration of Sir William Deane - Edited by Fr Frank Brennan SJ

Join us for an evening of reflection and conversation as Fr Frank Brennan SJ launches this important new collection of Sir William Deane’s key speeches as Governor-General of Australia. 

At a moment when our nation is engaged in profound soul-searching about equality, reconciliation and social cohesion, this book offers timely and essential insights. Sir William Deane was an outstanding jurist and a compassionate leader who championed a fair go for all Australians, especially the poor and vulnerable.

Sir William and Lady Helen Deane became the nation’s first couple of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.

• Tuesday 21 July 2026
• 6:00pm – 8:00pm
• Thomas More Exhibition Centre, John XXIII College

Light refreshments will be provided.

Free event, bookings essential

Year 12 students invited to our Networking Event

We are delighted to invite you to our Alumni Connect event at TRCB Architects.

This networking opportunity is open to all alumni across all industries, as well as our current Year 12 students.

• Thursday 2 July 2026 4:30pm – 6:30pm
• TRCB, Level 2, 88 William Street, Perth
• Host: Eamon Broderick (Class 1988), Co-Director, TRCB Architects

Register here

SPORT

Year 8 Winter NAS

Next Wednesday 17 June, our Year 8 students will take on other NAS Schools for their Winter NAS Carnival. We wish all the students the best for the day, and we are sure that they will do the College proud. A big thank you to all the wonderful staff and alumni coaches who have assisted students in their preparation for the day.

Please see the information that has been in the College notices this week.  

Teams required to arrive at St Louis Gym at 7:30am SHARP 

• NAS Netball and Lightning Carnival Netball - Girls 

• NAS AFL - Boys 

   

Teams required to arrive at  St Louis Gym  8:00am  SHARP 

• NAS Volleyball - Girls and Boys   
• NAS Badminton - Girls and Boys  
• NAS Soccer Boys and Girls  

• Soccer Lightning Carnival - Boys   

   

Dress:

• PE Uniform
• College shirt and shorts
• WHITE College Sport Socks 

• Playing shirts will be provided to students in the morning if required for their sport (AFL and Soccer)

   

Extra equipment:

• Drink bottle 
• Morning tea and lunch
• Hat
• First aid requirement (Epipen, asthma puffer, tape etc.)
• As well as football boots, a mouth guard (Australian Rules Football cannot play without one), and shin pads.

First XVIII - Australian Rules Football

Our First XVIII made their way through to their grade finals this week. Their semi-final was played on Thursday afternoon on the College oval against Ashdale Secondary College for a chance to play in the C-Grade Grand Final next week. It was a magnificent performance from all players, with a standout impact from Ollie Syminton, who marked everything that came his way in very wet conditions. Alex Tang and Max Brooks controlled the midfield drive while Finn Wibrow and Jagger Nener impacted up forward, and Jozi Sainsbury was a stalwart down back for his team.

Grand final details will be shared as soon as confirmation comes through Player HQ.  

Athletics Training 

2026 Athletics Training will commence next week! With the Carnival on Friday 31 July, training will be a great way to get ready for the big day. 

Training will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00am to 8:00am (ALL EVENTS) with the addition of alternate Mondays this year (Throws, High Jump and Hurdles). 

All events include: 

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

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

Years 8 to 12 Pre-Carnival Athletics Events 

In the lead-up to our House Carnival, students can nominate for the pre-carnival events. These are events that go towards House and Champion points as well as ACC Team Selection. 

• Students will register their pre-carnival event nominations during Homeroom next week
• A maximum of three can compete in each event from each House.
• All trials will start at 1:00pm SHARP on their allocated day! We will not wait for students who are not there.
• Students are allowed to change into their PE uniform at recess and have permission to remain in their PE uniform for the rest of the school day.
• Year 7 students will take part in their pre-carnival events on the last day of term (26 June)
• If you are away or miss your designated events day, it will be YOUR responsibility to attend the catch-up days for your results to be counted towards house and individual points. 

Discus events for Years 7 to 9 students will occur at the Interhouse Carnival this year. 

Pre-Carnival Events Schedule

Week 8

Monday 15 June – Year 8 1500m / Year 12 Discus and Javelin

Tuesday 16 June – Year 11/12 1500m / Year 10 Discus and Javelin

Wednesday 17 June – Year 8 NAS Carnival – No events

Thursday 18 June – Year 9 1500m / Year 11 Discus and Javelin

Friday 19 June – Year 10 1500m / Year 9 Javelin

Week 9

Monday 22 June –  Year 7-12 catch up 1500m / Year 8 Javelin

Tuesday 23 June – Year 10-12 catch up Discus / Year 7-12 catch up Javelin

If you have any questions, please see Miss Pillera, Mr Kowal or your House Coordinator.

Ross Meadows Shield Hockey -Carnival Information

Students selected to compete in the Ross Meadows Shield Hockey Day next week, please read the following details carefully:

Event Details

• Date: Tuesday 16 June
• Meet: SLSC at 7:45am
• Departure: Bus leaves at 8:15am
• Arrival back to school: 3:10pm

• Venue: UWA Hockey Club

   

What to Bring

• JTC sports uniform
• JTC Navy and Yellow hockey socks (can be purchased from Uniform Shop)
• Mouthguard (compulsory)
• Shin pads (compulsory)
• Hockey stick
• Water bottle
• Own goalkeeper/penalty corner equipment (if applicable)

• Personal first aid essentials (team kit will also be available)

   

Facilities

• Canteen available at the venue

• Change rooms and water fountains are accessible

   

Competition format

• Matches played as 2 x 14-minute halves
• First game 9am
• Finals will determine overall placings, with presentations at the end of the day.

ACC Cross-Country Embroidery

All ACC Interschool Cross-Country jumpers are to be handed into the Uniform Shop for embroidery. Please note that to be eligible for embroidery, students must have attended the ACC Cross-Country Carnival on the day. All jumpers are to be dropped off by 19 June.  

Jessica Pillera

Head of Sport

Congratulations

Congratulations to Josh Kong on his selection by RugbyWA for the U15 Rugby Regional Program. Josh has played with Wests Scarborough Rugby Union Club for the past six years, and this exciting opportunity is a well-deserved recognition of his commitment and passion for the game. We wish him all the best as he enjoys the experiences ahead.

Share your child’s achievements

We love celebrating the wonderful achievements of our students in this section of the newsletter. If your child has recently represented at a regional, state, or national level, or been part of a team that has achieved a significant result (such as a premiership or championship), we would love to hear about it!

Families are invited to share details and a photo by emailing newsletter@johnxxiii.edu.au. Please include your child’s name, year group, event or activity, and a brief description of the achievement.

To ensure fairness and consistency, we can only feature information received directly from families that meets the above criteria. If no image or details are provided, we may not be able to include your child’s achievement in the newsletter.