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Mount St Joseph Girls' College
We are pleased to offer you a 360 degree virtual tour. To learn more about our vision and community, you can view the video About Us.
Our prospectus is available to download and view. Enrolments for 2022 and beyond : online enrolment system. CLICK HERE to read the latest newsletters.
Emmanuel College
As we enter the final week of term, students are remaining engaged in their learning. For us, Semester Two learning commenced last week, so some students are engaging with new subjects already and others are moving on to exciting new units of work.
Last week more than 35 students and staff participated in the Annual Winter Sleep Out, this is a wonderful event for raising awareness and collecting woollen clothing (jumpers, beanies and scarves etc) for those who sleep rough. This year it was held virtually with the students and staff sleeping outside at their own homes and sharing the experience with each other via Zoom. Another example of the giving and compassionate nature of the young people in our community.
Our next College event is our Information Morning held on Saturday 7 August, details as below;
Notre Dame Campus - commencing at 9:00 am
St Paul’s Campus - commencing at 10:30am
This a great opportunity to hear from College Leaders, students and parents as well as enjoying a tour and seeing all that the school has to offer. Registrations are essential and can be made under the tours and events tab on the right hand side of the homepage of the College website, here. Also, please note that applications are currently being accepted for Year 7, 2023. A Prospectus Pack containing an application form can be requested from the College website under the enrolment information tab, by emailing enrolments@ecmelb.catholic.edu.au, calling the College Registrar on 8325 5119 or coming into reception at either of our campuses. Please note that applications for this year level close on Friday 20 August 2020.
Hobsons Bay News
Hobsons Bay Library
Hobsons Bay Libraries’ Winter school holiday program is now live and open for bookings! Please share the attached information with your families so that they don’t miss out on an exciting range of virtual programs, shows and click & collect craft.
If you are able to add the following to your newsletter, we’d appreciate it.
Winter School Holiday Program
Keep warm these school holidays with the Hobsons Bay Libraries’ team! Get creative with craft, find inspiration for your winning Create by the Bay entry, get hands-on with creative tech and join in a super kawaii dance party – all from the warmth and comfort of home.
Places for each of these fun and free activities are limited, so bookings are essential. Get in early to avoid disappointment. To book, visit
Don’t forget to check out the Hobsons Bay Libraries YouTube channel. You’ll find plenty of creative prompts and activity ideas to keep the fun going all winter long.
OSHclub
Outside of School Hours (OSH) care (Before and After School Care) is provided by OSHclub, on site at Queen of Peace Primary School. Children must be pre-registered on line to attend. More information can be found by clicking this link OSHclub . Many families are eligible for Child Care Subsidy, which reduces the out of pocket cost of outside school hours care. To establish what level of CCS you may be entitled to please contact the Centrelink Family Assistance Office on 13 61 50.
OSH at QoP Program 0421 287 254
OSH Head Office 8564 9000
Cancellations: 48 hours' notice is required for cancellation of a Before or After School booking.
Cancellations can only be made through the following means:
- Online - Log into your account at oshclub.com.au
- Phone - Contact the customer service and billing team on 1300 395 735
- Text - SMS the Coordinator of the program on 0421 287 254 and include all details: child's name, date and session you wish to cancel.
Melbourne Young Writers' Studio
If you are interested in Creative Writing. You may want to attend the Workshop. Details are below :-
Kindergarten Registrations Now Open for 2022
Have you registered your child for funded 3 or 4-year-old sessional kindergarten for 2022? A minimum of 5 hours of funded 3-year-old kindergarten will be available for Hobsons Bay families in 2022 and up to 15 hours of funded 4-year-old kindergarten. You can register your child from the age of 1 for 3-year-old kindergarten and from the age of 2 for 4-year-old kindergarten. Free to low cost for Health Care Card holders. Online registration available at https://kinders.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au. First round offers to commence start of June 2021 for 3-year-old kindergarten and early August for 4-year-old kindergarten. Further information available from the Kindergarten Central Registration team at 1300 179 944.
Aspergers Victoria
Aspergers Victoria is a small not-for-profit organisation supporting Victorians who have Aspergers, autism, or other similar neurodiverse profiles. We run online and in-person support groups, programs, and events for our community to help them feel connected, supported, and empowered to live the life they want for themselves.
To find out more about these programs you can head to their website
Sparkways
Sparkways mentoring works with young people aged 7 – 20 who have experienced disadvantage and believe they would benefit from a positive adult role model.
Sparkways are looking for volunteer mentors who share a passion for giving back to the community and encouraging positive
Sparkways are looking for volunteer mentors who share a passion for giving back to the community and encouraging positive Volunteers are provided with extensive training to ensure that they are confident in stepping through their match journey with a mentee
For further information about becoming a mentor head to their website here
Tuning in to Kids
Tuning in to Kids is a free, evidence-based parenting program to help parents build strong and healthy relationships with their kids.
Outcomes include improved parent confidence and positive changes in parent-child relationships. The program runs online during Term 3 and 4. (via zoom) from 26th July - 6th Sept, from 10am-12pm weekly (7 weeks). To book visit: here
Emergency Relief and crisis intervention service
Roller Skating Lessons
Are you or your children wanting to try Roller Skating. There are Adult and Children's lessons available. Flyer is below
Team Kids
The Winter School Holidays are just around the corner & we thank you for your expressed interest in assisting TeamKids with informing families in your school community about the amazing experiences available at TeamKids.
Attached are a few promo images as well as the Winter Program for your schools closest venue, plus some promo copy (below) you can use to promote to families.
TeamKids have another amazing WINTER Holiday program planned!
• EPIC incursions, excursions, and in-house days
• Qualified and REMARKABLE Educators
• Digital detox with our no screens policy
• Delicious and nutritious morning and afternoon snack
• CCS approved care
BOOKINGS OPEN - Head to teamkids.com.au to secure a spot!
We have also created a promo video showcasing all the wonderful activities we have planned, which can be downloaded and shared:
Victorian Youth Week at Grazeland
Victorian Youth Week aims to celebrate the achievements and contributions young people aged 12 to 25 make in our community. Victorian Youth Week 2021 will be running from 26 June to 2 July. This outdoor dining precinct, new to Spotswood, will have a fully decked out space just for young people to enjoy. During the day's activities, the presentation of the Inspiring Young Person Award will also take place:
Youth Awards
Do you know a local young person aged 12 to 25 who has done something inspiring in the last year? Whether it’s big or small, here’s how you can celebrate their achievements and contributions to the Hobsons Bay community. The winner of this award will have it presented at the Victorian Youth Week.
Stay tuned for more details to be announced. To Nominate an Inspiring Young Person Click on the Link Below