Correspondence | Joeys Year 9 2018

Joeys Year 9 2018

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…

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;…

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…

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/

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…

Country Boarders – TrainLink Bookings

Dear NSW Rural Parents and Carers, Please continue reading if you wish to book a seat for your son(s) to travel home to Rural NSW with TrainLink (Regional School Coach & Rail Services) Bookings are now open for boarding students wishing to travel home to Rural NSW in Term Four. To reserve a seat for…

From the College Counsellors: Free webinar for parents

Free webinar for parents from The Black Dog Institute Navigating Your Teen’s Mental Health 24 October 2018, 6.30pm-7.30pm Delivered by a trained presenter with lived experience of mental illness, you will gain insight into what it’s like to grow up as a young person with a mental illness. You will learn: about anxiety, depression and…

Video: Addiction to technology is ruining lives

A discussion on technology use by adolescents that I recommend you take the time to watch (4 minutes)

Use of mobile phones at Joeys

Your son’s communication with you while he is not in your care is very important, both for you and him. For the boarders, having a chat to you on the phone regularly is essential. At times there are boys who message/phone their parents during the school day with a phone they have on them which…

From the College Counsellors

The College Counsellors have provided below information on upcoming seminars and information for parents.

Have an unhealthy relationship with your phone? It might be time you broke up

Have you ever looked up from your phone and thought: Where did the time go? And what have I missed? https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-02-17/smartphone-use-should-be-minimised-author-says/9454196

Recommended resources – Dr Philip Tam – Healthy Digital Diet Podcast

Dr. Tam is a well-regarded child psychiatrist, researcher, presenter and writer. He is a national and global pioneer in the emerging and complex field of ‘problematic internet use’ ( also known as internet addiction) in school-aged children, and regularly presents workshops and seminars on the topic to both general and professional ( teaching and medical)…

Term dates 2019

Below is a letter from the Headmaster concerning Term dates in 2019. Below that, a summary of the key dates.

Books and Blokes – Mike Carlton

“Mike Carlton seems to have lived several lives. Annoyingly, each one more entertaining than the last” Andrew Denton When: WEDNESDAY 31 October 2018 Time: 7:30am Where: Resources Centre RSVP: Click here Mike Carlton was born to controversy. His father Jimmy, a Joeys old boy, renowned Olympic athlete and later a Catholic priest, married his mother…

Supporting the Fathering Project

The Fathering Project was mentioned as a recommended resource earlier in the year. Sean Johns from the Fathering Project spoke to the fathers on the Colo Father Son weekend. If you would like to support the fathering project, there is some information below.

Book Week

Please see message below from the Resources Centre

Term dates 2019

Below is a letter from the Headmaster concerning Term dates in 2019. Below that, a summary of the key dates.

End of term travel

Student Art Exhibition

You and your family are invited to attend the opening and view the artwork at our annual Student Art Exhibition. For parents new to the College, this large exhibition surveys the artwork of Years 7-12 students currently studying Visual Arts and Photography and Digital Media, showcaseing the 2018 HSC Bodies of Work. Date: Friday 17th August at 6.30pm….

Rural Aid Australia – Buy a Bale

Joeys and King’s have a long tradition of schoolboy sport and membership of the AAGPS. They are two of Australia’s largest and longest serving boarding schools, with their roots embedded in regional NSW. On Saturday, Joeys and King’s unite to not only enjoy spirited competition between our great schools, but to raise much needed funds…

SJC Musical 2019

Kids of Dreams 2018

The boys are invited to be published in the annual Kids of Dreams publication which showcases the writing and artistic talents of Joeys boys. Poetry and prose can be submitted to kidsofdreams@joeys.org by 28 September (Week 10)

Annual Technology display night

SJC Performing Arts Tour

Music and Drama are planning a Performing Arts Tour for the July holidays 2019. There is an information meeting for parents next Monday 6 August in the Drama room. See more information attached below.

Books & Blokes Breakfast with Darren Longbottom and Tim Rushby-Smith

How a freak accident turned an Australian surfer’s dream into a nightmare Beyond the Break is a compelling story of mateship, resilience, and coming to terms with the life-changing consequences of riding a single wave. When: THURSDAY 16 August 2018 Time: 7:30am Where: Resources Centre RSVP Click here We would like to invite you to…

Return for Term 3

Dear Parents and Carers of Year 9, I hope you have had a great school holiday break with your son. It doesn’t seem very long ago since they left! Below are a few items you need to be aware of. Return to school All boarders are due back by 8:00pm next Monday 23 July. Dorms…

A reminder to label clothing!

Just a reminder of the importance of labelling all of your son’s clothes! Here is a photo of all the clothes without name tags collected just this term. If not claimed it will go to St Vincent de Paul or the second hand clothing store.

White Elephant Stall info from the Spring Fair committee

Dear SJC families, With the holidays coming up, the 2018 Spring Fair committee invites you to take some time to sort out your cupboards and garage and gather up items you may no longer want or need. Collections for Spring Fair will take place in Term 3. Before choosing an item to give to White…

Senior drama production

Please see below details of the senior drama production (Year 11 and 12).

Supporting your son during the holidays

From the College Psychologists: Holidays can be a destabilising time for a young person and this sheet can assist parents in how to best support their young person during these periods.