Secondary

Year 7 St Louis Bake Sale

Staff and students flocked across the Chapel Lawn at recess and lunchtime to try some delicious treats baked by Year 7 St Louis students and families. Giant cookies, honey joys, and chocolate brownies were just some of the many sweets purchased by the College community. Funds raised from this event will go towards the Shopfront Christmas appeal.

Carla Tripi

House Coordinator

Remembrance Day Ceremony - We will remember them

Students across the College gathered to pay respect and honour all those Australians who have suffered and died defending our nation and freedom. 

Since World War I Australian soldiers have continued to protect the freedom and peace of people in Australia and in the world. The College's Remembrance Day ceremony set aside time to remember those who died or suffered in wars or conflicts, some who have been from our own College community. 

In Australia, we can be grateful for our democracy, education, freedom and peace. We remember to never take these things for granted. We remember that we are called to seek justice and uphold the dignity of all our sisters and brothers.

Students and staff also heard from Ms Samantha Hurley, one of the amazing psychologists at John XXIII College, who outside school is a member of the Australian Army Reserves. Read her speech below.

Sustainability News - National Recycling Week Initiative

The College will be collecting pre-owned sporting equipment that isn’t used any more or has be grown out of. All donations will be given to FAIRGAME, an organisation that distributes sporting equipment to disadvantaged schools and communities in Australia. 

Please make sure any items you donate are in good, clean, useable condition.

They are able to replace laces, insoles and grips on racquets/bats but if the item is otherwise broken or worn out they will not be able to give it to someone else to use.

Please be mindful that equipment design and materials continue to evolve and improve over the years, so if it is a vintage piece it is unlikely to be suitable for current use.

They are always in need of:

• AFL footballs, soccer balls, basketball, cricket bats
• Footy boots
• Soccer shin pads
• Runners/sneakers
• Tee ball bats, mitts and balls
• Track shoes
• Cones
• Boxing gloves/focus pads
• Dodgeballs
• Hula hoops
• Large sports bags in good condition (eg. Cricket bags)

There will be two collection bins placed outside student reception for students and staff to place their donations in over the next two weeks. 

Adrian Sims

Sustainability Coordinator

Year 11 important dates

Year 11s finished today to commence their examinations or work placement from Monday 7-18 November. Please note the following important dates:

• Monday 21 to Wednesday 23 November: no classes​
• Thursday 24 November : Normal classes for ALL students – House Uniform​
• Friday 25 November: Year 12 Transition Day (also final day for Year 11 except students at TAFE must go to TAFE) Students will conclude at 12:00pm.​ Students must attend this day in full College summer uniform.​
• Thursday 1 December Presentation Night: Please note the date. Information for Year 11 regarding this will follow. 

I wish all Year 11s the best of luck for the upcoming weeks.

Rita de Faria

Assistant Deputy Principal ​- Year 11 

John XXIII Christmas Appeal

Please donate generously to the John XXIII Christmas appeal. Please bring in money or items from the list below to support the Shopfront Christmas appeal. Items need to be handed into Homeroom by Wednesday 23 November. Any cash donations will support the Shopfront Christmas lunch.

The following items are needed for the Gift Bags (please note, smaller sizes are more useful):

Janeen Murphy

Director of Faith and Mission

SPORT

NAS Sport 

 Well done to all the Year 7 students who competed in their first Summer NAS Competition. Reports from all staff and students were that it was a great day out. The competition was strong and the students took on every game with great spirit, confidence and determination. Next week will be the last of the carnivals with the Year 8’s in action. 

Results for the teams are below:

• 7A Boys Basketball –  3rd 
• 7B Boys Basketball – 4th 
• 7A Girls Basketball – 4th 
• 7B Girls Basketball –  3rd 
• 7 Boys Indoor Beach Volleyball –  2nd 
• 7 Girls Indoor Beach Volleyball – 4th 
• 7 Boys Indoor Cricket –  4th 
• 7 Girls Ultimate Frisbee–  2nd 
• 7 Boys Ultimate Frisbee – 3rd 
• Year 7/8 Girls Australian Rules Football – 4th 

Information for the remaining NAS Carnivals:

• Year 8’s – 15 November 2022

Time

• Students must arrive at the St Louis Gym by 8:15am latest all busses departing 8:30am sharp

Dress

• College sport uniform - no house shirts.* Must pack your own food and drink for the day

Locations for each sport

• Basketball - Warwick Stadium 
• Indoor Beach Volleyball - Ossie Indoor Beach Volleyball 
• Ultimate Frisbee - Newman College
• Indoor Cricket - Ballajura Indoor Sports

Term 4 John XXIII Run Club

We had a great turn out at the first Run Club morning last Friday. It was a great start to the day walking, running with music and friends. For the remainder of the term every Friday 7am-8am there will be a run club meeting on the College ovals. This is for all students Years 7-11 and all abilities welcome you can run or even come down to walk and talk. Regular exercise is a great way to have some fun and clear the mind after a busy week. We hope to see lots of you there! 

Years 7/8 Water Polo 

A meeting was held at recess on Thursday for all students interested in the Years 7/8 Water Polo competition to register for the upcoming trials. If students missed the meeting and would like to be a part of the trials please email jessica.pillera@cewa.edu.au or Mrs Kolka donna.kolka@cewa.edu.au . 

When : Wednesday 16 November

Where : HBF Indoor Water Polo Pool

Time : 7am-7:45am

Competition dates: 

• Boys: 1 December
• Girls: 2 December

There will be a bus to transport all students back to the College in time for homeroom, students must change back to their academic uniform.

Rowing Club Wine Fundraiser

The John XXIII College Rowing Club is running a fundraiser this term in junction with Plantagenet Wines. Established in 1992, the John XXIII College Rowing Club has developed many students into strong-minded, resilient, and committed individuals, with many going on to compete in state, national and international competitions. The Club is accessed by over 200 students each year, catering for rowers of all levels. We provide training and instruction by qualified coaches using the best equipment possible.The Club is now aiming to raise funds to support the purchasing of new equipment.

We will be selling a dozen bottles of Three Lions range at $250 per dozen. The minimum order is a dozen, and wines come in six-packs so you can mix varieties.

Orders will need to be placed by COB Wednesday 30 November 2022.

Order will be delivered by the 14 December 2022. 

Place your order here: www.trybooking.com/984407 

Jess Pillera

Head of Sport