Joeys Year 9 2018

Final Saturday night

The boys were up in the tower for sunset on the final Saturday night of 2018.

From the College Counsellors: Raising Children Network

The Raising Children Network provide up-to-date, evidence-based, scientifically validated information about raising children and caring for yourself as a parent or carer. We gather this information and translate it into everyday language with plenty of real-life examples. The “teen: section of the website has many helpful resources including the Talking to Teens guide which shows some tricky…

From the College Counsellors: Parenting SA

Parenting SA supports parents by providing quality information on raising children and young people from birth to 18 years. They have developed over 80 Parent Easy Guides (PEGS) that provide evidence-based, and easy to read information on a wide range of parenting topics including resiliency, breaking the boy code, self-esteem and more. The “school aged children” group…

Colo 9.8

The Colo bulletin and a selection of photos from Colo group 9.8. If you would like more photos or high resolution photos, please bring a USB and see Mr Blair.

Evening gym sessions

A couple of nights per week the boys are able to use the Healy Centre gymnasium.

Assembly awards

At assembly last week the following boys received sporting awards: Ned Shortis, 16B Cricket Scored 134 not out v Newington Tom Lacey, 16A cricket 5/15 off 6 overs v Newington At the final assembly of the year these boys also received awards. Congratulations to all! Hugh Ridley, 16A Cricket 118 runs v Kings Zac Sone,…

Fathering project

The fathers of Year 9 boys who attended the Father Son camp would be aware of Sean Johns from the Fathering Project. The Sydney to Canberra cycle event that is being organised by the Fathering Project was pushed back to April 2019 due to road access so they are now gearing up again for the…

Sport for Saturday 1 December

Below are the sport fixtures for this weekend. Any sport cancellations will be posted to this webpage: http://www.twitter.com/JoeysSport. Games are on unless indicated otherwise on that page. (You do not have to have a twitter account to view this page).

Exams commence

A few boys had elective exams this morning. All boys have commenced Science now in the hall. And they are all dry!

Tips for managing Exam Stress

Recommended resources – Steve Biddulph

Steve Biddulph is a psychologist and author who has written a number of bestselling books. “Raising Boys in the Twenty-First Century” is an updated version of the book which has sold millions of copies. It addresses many important issues related to parenting of boys and provides useful and easy to read and humorous advice. Available…

Year 9 at Sunday night Mass

Last night Year 9 took their turn at the readings and offertory at Sunday Mass. All are welcome to join us each Sunday night at 8:15pm.

1st XI Cricket report

The St Joseph’s College First XI cricket team had a strong first innings win against Newington College in round 2 of the GPS Competition. On day 1, Newington scored 143 runs in 67 overs. In reply, Joeys scored 297 runs (78 overs) on remainder of day 1 and day 2. Newington were sent back into…

Marist Sony Children’s Camp

Marist Sony Children’s Camp still has some places for both care of the students and guests and for catering. YOU ARE WARMLY INVITED TO PARTICIPATE ACROSS FOUR DAYS AND THREE NIGHTS. IT IS A VERY REWARDING FEW HOURS AND STAYS WITH YOU LONG AFTER. Dates are: Wednesday 5 December; Thursday 6 December; Friday 7 December;…

Sport for Saturday 24 November

From the Resources Centre: Summer Reading Challenge

Dear Parents and Carers, Did you know that by reading a mere 20 minutes each day over the 3 months of summer, your son will read an astounding 414,000 words, which equates to 7 novels? 20min/day = 414,000 words = 7 novels We are running a 20min Sumer Reading Challenge at Joeys and invite you…

From the College Counsellors: Enhancing the Wellbeing and Resilience of Young People

Below are some resources provided by the College Counsellors. In particular you may wish to explore SchoolTV which is a new resource available to Joeys parents: An introduction to SchoolTV and some information on anxiety: https://joeys.schooltv.me/newsletter/youth-anxiety Some timely information on exam jitters: https://joeys.schooltv.me/newsletter/exam-jitters

Christmas appeal

As we approach the end of term the boys are making donations for our Christmas appeal in their individual pastoral groups. Each year group is invited to research and donate to a different cause. Year 9: Talbot Christmas Appeal. Raising Awareness – https://www.vinnies.org.au/page/Find_Help/NSW/Housing/Matthew_Talbot_Hostel/

Swimming carnival champions

This morning at assembly the swimming age group champions were recognised. 14 year old boys 3rd on 72 points – Liam Stuart 2nd on 86 points – Ryan Waugh 1st on 104 points – Connor Egelton (Y8) 15 year old boys Tied for 3rd on 72 points – William Burnett (Y10) & Joseph Anderson Tied…

Swimming carnival

Yesterday all students travelled to the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre (SOPAC) for the College swimming carnival. All boys participated by swimming in at least a 50m race and got to swim in the pool of a former Olympic venue. The Red house won the day and will get a lunch leave next week.

Sport for Saturday 17 November

Japanese Dinner

Mrs Xouris’ Japanese class went for dinner at Daruma Japanese Restaurant in Haymarket last night. As well as some delicious food, they got to practice speaking Japanese.

Final examination timetable 2018

Colo 9.7

The Colo bulletin and a selection of photos from Colo group 9.7. If you would like more photos or high resolution photos, please bring a USB and see Mr Blair.

1st Water Polo

The 1st Water polo team were presented to the College at Assembly last Thursday. Congratulations to Jarrah Ronan and Liam Stuart who were both selected in the team.

1st XI and 2nd XI Cricket

At Assembly last Thursday the 1st XI Cricket were presented with their baggy caps. Congratulations to Matthew Dodds and Simon Dodds from Year 9 who were selected in the 1st XI. Congratulations also to Nick Johnson who was selected in the 2nd XI.

Commemorative College Cadet pin

At the Headmaster’s Assembly, Years 7 to 11 were presented with a commemorative College Cadet pin, reproduced as a gift from SJC Old Boys’ Union. In recognition of the Centenary of Armistice more than 6000 handmade poppies have been knitted or crocheted by our community. From Wednesday they will cover the circular lawn, encircled by a…

Academic application awards

Congratulations to the following boys who received awards at Assembly last Thursday for Academic Application during Term 3. James Alchin Anthony Bechara William Dadich Ned Dalton Henry Den Noah Fogarty Nathan Gibbons Angus Gourley Bernard Lund Luca Manfredi William J Martin Henri Mead Henry Roberts Enrique Santos Edward Scarf Thomas Scarf Fletcher Youens

Centenary of Armistice: The Poppy Project

This Friday SJC OBU will host a commemorative Mass and luncheon to honour all Old Boys who have been involved in conflict and for those who have made the supreme sacrifice in the service of their country. At 11.00am, the bells of the College will ring out, as they did across the Western Front and…

Raising Resilient Young Minds

The Headmaster, Dr Chris Hayes, along with the St Joseph’s College Counselling Department, warmly invite Joeys parents, carers and Old Boys to a free parenting seminar. Raising Resilient Young Minds The seminar will cover practical ideas on how to better connect with your son and empower them to tackle a complex world. Our special guest is international…