General Information
Term 2 Uniform
Students may continue to wear their summer school uniform in Term 2. We will officially change into winter uniform after the long weekend in June. We ask that whichever uniform your child elects to wear, that they wear the full uniform correctly - please do not mix summer and winter uniform items. Thank you for your support with this matter.
Labelling of Uniform Items
As the weather is cooling down, we are seeing many jumpers and jackets in the lost property. It is impossible to return items that are unreadable or not labelled at all. Your assistance in labelling ALL uniform items is appreciated.
School Photo Day
School photos will be held Tuesday, 9th June. Please ensure your child wears their full winter school uniform including a tie and polished shoes. Hair is to be neat and tidy with long hair beyond the shoulders tied back with a plain hair-tie or school coloured ribbon (navy or gold/yellow).
McCarthy Catholic College Year 7 Enrolments 2027
A reminder that Year 7 Enrolments for 2027 at McCarthy Catholic College close this Sunday, 31st May 2026.
Student Support
Sound Scouts
We are pleased to offer hearing screening assessments using Sound Scouts, a fun, game-based app that delivers immediate results. Under the supervision of our Inclusion Support Teacher, Emily Sullivan, students will complete the test on an iPad using headphones.
While testing is prioritised for Kindergarten, older students are also welcome to participate by contacting the school office. Kindergarten families will receive a consent form via Compass in the coming week. Because early intervention is vital for educational success, we highly encourage participation. Please note that the school will only contact you if a potential concern is identified and follow-up is required.
Dealing with Conflict
Conflict is a natural and unavoidable part of family life. As children grow, differences in opinions, emotions and expectations can sometimes lead to tension at home, at school or with peers. While these moments can feel challenging, they also present valuable opportunities to teach young people important life skills. How conflict is managed within the family plays a key role in shaping a child’s ability to communicate, regulate emotions and navigate relationships.
For adult carers, supporting children through conflict means staying calm, listening with empathy and modelling respectful problem-solving. When handled constructively, conflict can strengthen relationships, build resilience and help children develop the confidence to manage disagreements in healthy and productive ways.
This edition of SchoolTV explores practical strategies to help families approach conflict with greater understanding and confidence. Here is the link to this topic http://stjosephstamworth.catholic.schooltv.me/newsletter/dealing-conflict-au
Sport News
Softball Trials
Congratulations to Oliver on being selected into the 2026 Polding Softball Team to compete in the NSW PSSA Championships later this year. Well done Oliver - we are proud of you!
NSW PSSA Basketball Championships
Congratulations to Cameron who participated in the NSW PSSA Basketball Championships last week in Port Macquarie. Cameron's Polding team came third and received the Bronze Medal at the Championships. Cameron got some great shots in the final game and played exceptionally well all week. We are proud of you Cameron!
Dio Cross Country
What a fantastic day our students had at the Armidale Catholic Schools Diocesan Cross Country held in Barraba last Friday. A huge congratulations to all competitors who gave their all on the course and represented our school with outstanding effort and sportsmanship.
A special shout out to Sarah who placed 4th in the 11 Year Girls division. Sarah has now qualified to represent our region at the NSW CPS Polding Cross Country in Sydney next month. Well done Sarah!
Cultural Groups
NAIDOC Week
Coolabah Dynamic Assessment & Thinking Skills Program
This week, some of our Year 3 students worked with Miss Taggart to complete a range of puzzles. Looking at different strategies to solve the puzzles and becoming a 'Deadly Detail Detective' when noticing the small parts of the puzzles that may trick us. It was a great effort from our students, and we appreciate them taking part in this!
Wii Gaay Learning Hub 1
Matilda, Harrison, Angus, Zavier, and Janahli, along with Miss Taggart, will be travelling to Coff Harbour to take part in the Learning Hub in Week 9 this term. We look forward to hearing about what they get up to at camp!
Library News
Book Club Issue 4 for 2026 is now live, and we are accepting orders! Orders need to be completed and returned by Friday, 12th June.
Orders can be:
Returned to the school office, or
Placed online directly through the Scholastic website at:
P&F News
Volunteers Wanted
The St Joseph's P&F are seeking volunteers to assist with the P&F BBQ at our upcoming Athletics Carnival, Thursday 4th June. If you are able to assist please phone the school office on 6765 4079. Thank you for your support!
P&F Tea Towel Fundraiser
This year the P & F is teaming up with Expressions Fundraising & the talented children of St Josephs Primary School to bring you a limited edition Tea Towel. It will be designed and made up of self portraits drawn by the children and staff. Just like a yearbook, but on a Tea Towel.
The pictures and names will be arranged all together in a commemorative design, then screen printed onto certified organic 100% cotton 50x70cm Tea Towels. The Tea Towels will go on sale today, Monday 25th May 2026 via the Canteen tab on the Compass app.
Get organised now for Christmas and gift those special ones in your life something unique that they will love.
Tea Towels will be $17 each
We very much appreciate the support of the St Joseph's community.
P&F Meeting
The P&F plays an important role in building community by organising social events and supporting the school through fundraising activities. We encourage everyone to become involved in the P&F Association. We have a wonderful committee so we encourage our parent body to come along and support our marvellous P&F this year.
Our next P&F Meeting is Tuesday, 4th August at 5:30pm in the staffroom.
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