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St Josephs College Students - work experience

From Monday 20th to Friday 24th June, Year 10 St Joseph's students completed work experience at St Mary's.

Terrific Kid Assembly and last day of Term

Tomorrow, Friday 24th will be our last day of Term 2. Terrific Kid Assembly will commence at 12pm followed by a Learning Expo and shared lunch, before a 2:05 pm finish. We will also finish the term with Crazy Hair Day to reward students for the many positive behaviours  observed this term. We are looking forward to finishing Term 2 by celebrating with our families. 

Sport during Term 2 

There has been lots happening in sport during during term 2. The children have been practicing their Athletics skills in readiness for Term 3, Year 3-6 Athletics Carnival, in Week 4. 

We have had a number of Grade 6 students represent our school at state trials. They have written about their experiences and we are very proud of everyone for trying their best. 

Girls State Basketball 

State Basketball was really exciting and really pushed me to try hard. Sadly, Addi and I didn’t get in but the competition was really tough. It was a really good experience and I learnt so many new skills. In the end, it was worth it with all the new things I learned and can share with my coaches. 

Written by Mia Wickham

Boys  State Basketball 

State basketball was challenging and fun at the same time but we had to work hard for the 2 hours straight that we were there.  Keoni and I were lucky enough to make it to the next stage in Werribee. We had to fight through to get into the next stage which is during the holidays. We will be participating in a 2-day camp. 

Written by: Paddy Oliver.

Boys State Football

The state football was awesome and exciting! We both loved it. It was challenging and nerve-racking but also super fun. It was a good experience and everyone had great sportsmanship on the day. Charlie and Will were good enough to make it to the next stage in Melbourne on Sunday 5th  June. At the last stage, Charlie didn’t play as he broke his finger, Will did an awesome job in Melbourne at the last stage but unfortunately, he did not make it through to the showcase day.

Written by: Charlie Sutton and Will Hatfield 

Boys State Soccer

On the 15th May,  Daniel Jack and I went to Melbourne for soccer state trails we had lots of fun and it was a good experience for all of us. We enjoyed it a lot. We got split into 4 teams, we weren't on the same teams but at least we had fun, unfortunately, we didn't make it but it was a really good opportunity and hopefully next time we can make it into the team. A ball hit jack in the face and it hurt.

Written by” Tommy Quirk 

Girls State Netball 

State Netball was a great experience for Summer, Ashy and I. Nerves were among the room but we still fought hard to the end. Our work paid off as we made the next round in Melbourne. Summer and Ashy were even luckier to make it to the last round! At the end of the day, we walked away with great feedback and smiles on our faces. 

Written by: Addi Power

Girls State Football

The state football up in Melbourne was great. When I got there I had a big nerve of emotions running through me at the time, but at the same time, I was definitely very excited. Although last year I did way better and got through to the last stage. This year I wasn't so good and only made it through to the second stage. Although I didn't do very well, I'm still proud of the result I came home with. The experience was great and I had a blast. I got to meet many girls that have big dreams in their football careers just like me.

Written by: Chelsea Swiggs 

Boys State Cricket 

State Cricket was a fun and learning experience for me because I got to learn new things that the other boys knew and I didn't know. The nerves slowly started to disappear when I was hitting the ball well and bowling well. I was very lucky to make it to the next round which is on Monday the 20th of June.

Written by: Ryan Caldwell 

BP service station and crossing on Bridlington Ave. 

We are noticing an increase in students crossing the roads to use the new BP service station. Whilst we recognise the convenience, we ask that you remind students to use the crossing and are accompanied by an adult to the service station. We are not able to supervise traffic in this area and our students safety is of highest priority. Thank you for your understanding. 

Communication

Please see attached our Communication Road Map. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions, queries or concerns. We are thrilled to be able to connect more regularly with families and look forward to having families in classrooms and in attendance at whole-school gatherings. We hope this road map, supports you on the most effective ways to communicate, depending on your area of concern, thank you. 

Lunch Orders

Students are able to order their lunch on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.  We encourage you to order online but if you decide to send money and order to school in a brown paper bag please note no change is given. 

PLEASE UPDATE YOUR CHILD'S YEAR LEVEL TO AVOID YOUR CHILD'S LUNCH GOING TO THE WRONG CLASS.

Online details and price list will be shared with families once received.

Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) 

If you have a current Health Care Card or Pension Card, you may be eligible for the Camps/ Sports/ Excursions Fund (CSEF) payment. 

The CSEF is an annual payment of $125 to the school to be used towards camps, sports and / or excursion expenses for the benefit of the eligible student. 

If you have applied for the CSEF last year, you do not need to complete an application form in 2022 unless there has been a change in your family circumstances. e.g. New student enrolment, your child has started or changed schools, or you did not apply at the same school in 2021.

 Please click on the button below and return the form to the office. 

Bus Passes

• If you are travelling on an Echuca town bus (Blue and Yellow bus), you do not need a bus pass but you must pay $1.20 each way. (It is best to have correct money)
• If you live in Victoria and are on the town bus network (blue and yellow bus) and are residing more than 4.8km from St Mary's Primary School you are entitled to a conveyance bus pass.  Please complete the 2 forms below and return to the office with a photo attached.

• If you are in Victoria and live outside the township of Echuca, your child will be on a country bus and will need to fill in the below form and return to the office.

If you live in Moama, you require a bus pass please go to the below website to apply.

www.transportnsw.info/school-students

Under Name of school the student is attending in 2022 please type Echuca, then select 

St Marys from the list. 

If you live outside Moama - Dyson (eg Wimbi, Perricoota Run)

If you live within town - James Newton Bus Service