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Joeys Year 7 2019

Year 7 2019 What textbooks can I sell?

English: Hitler’s Daughter Ranger’s Apprentice History: Macmillan History NSW ST 4 (7&8) Religious Education: To Know, Worship and Love Year 7 Maths: Cambridge Maths NSW Year 7

Second hand book sale

Details of the second hand book sale on 3 December are below. For more details on textbooks for Year 8 2020 see this post.

From the College Counsellors: Its time we talked

Parenting Seminar Reminder 25th November Dear Parents and Carers, We wish to remind parents about the parenting seminar next week, It’s Time We Talked on Monday, 25th of November at 6pm for a 6:15pm start. It will be held in the Brother Michael Naughtin Theatre. The talk will be led by Ms Maree Crabbe, Director of the Violence…

2020 Textbooks

It seems way too early to be thinking about next year BUT… I did just want to explain that you may be able to save some money on textbooks which you can use instead on Christmas gifts! The 2020 textbook list and stationery lists were emailed out to you on 22/11/19. In case you missed…

All ensembles concert

You are warmly invited to attend the St Joseph’s College All Ensembles Music Concert on Friday 22 November at 7pm in the Br Emilian Hall. The night will feature performances from the College’s music ensembles including the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Stage Band, Big Band, Wind Ensemble, Advanced Vocal Ensemble, JVox, Chamber Strings, Year 7 String Ensemble,…

A message from the Spring Fair committee

Good Afternoon, We are on the home stretch to the 2019 Joeys Spring Fair. The Spring Fair Committee would like to thank everyone for their amazing work, effort and support so far. Without this amazing support it would not be possible for us to host such an amazing event. For it to be a success…

End of Term travel for Country Boarders

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 for End of Term 4 2019 & Return…

RUOK Day

A message from the College Psychologists: Thursday 12th September R U OK? Day Pastoral Group Activity At Joeys we like to regularly remind students that if they need help, there are multiple areas of support within the school community. We also encourage boys to be there for their mates. In line with these themes, on…

Joeys Joeys Wagga Wagga

Tickets are still available for the Mother’s Weekend Away in Wagga Wagga, 13-15 September 2019. For details and bookings please visit https://shop.joeys.org/events/wagga-2019.html

Jazz in August

From the College Counsellors: What is rumination?

Student Art Exhibition

Dear Parents, Many families will have received our invitation to attend the opening of the Student Art exhibition. For families new to the College, this exhibition surveys the artwork of all students studying Visual Arts. You son’s artwork will be displayed alongside the work of our HSC and elective Visual Arts students. Year 7 have…

Spring fair 2019

SPRING FAIR 2019 – Sunday 10th November 2019 Dear SJC families, The 2019 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 White Elephant Stall run by Year 7 parents will take place…

School TV

A message from the Joeys Counselling Service Joeys is subscribed to SchoolTV which is a wellbeing platform that addresses modern day realities faced by parents. This online resource contains practical and reliable information from leading experts in youth wellbeing. Professor Ian Hickie (Brain & Mind Centre), Professor Pat McGorry (Orygen) and Susan Mclean (Cyber Safety Solutions) are…

Holiday strength and conditioning for all sports

Clothing pool open 22 July

Clothing pool will be open on the 22nd July from 1-4pm (Just in time to drop off your sons for Term 3 and of course purchase any items still needed for the winter months!) SJC Second-hand Clothing Pool is urgently in need of stock, particularly in larger sizes. *Winter sports gear and equipment is also…

Rugby holidays skills session

There will be a Rugby skills session for any U13s to U16s on the College Fields on the first Wednesday of the holidays from 9am – 12noon. Boys interested are asked to email Mr Blades so that he has an idea of numbers.

Term dates 2020

Please find a letter below from the Headmaster regarding term dates in 2020.

Second hand clothing pool

The Joeys second hand clothing pool is open every winter home game 8:00am – 12:00pm On 22 June 27 July 11 August SJC Second-hand Clothing Pool is urgently in need of new stock, particularly in larger sizes. Winter sports gear and equipment is also keenly sought. The Clothing Pool will happily buy Blazers from you…

Music gala evening 14 June

School photos

School portraits, class and sibling photos are scheduled for next term on Friday 17 May. AdvancedLife School Photography packages can be purchased online by following the link below and the St Joseph’s College Online Order Code is KEF T4B 577. Below is a notice outlining the Photography packages and how to order. Online Order link:…

Books and blokes breakfast – Peter FitzSimons

We would like to invite you to attend our Term 2 Books & Blokes Breakfast, to listen to Peter FitzSimons speak about his book Fair Go. Sport. This event is free of charge, but we ask you to register your RSVP for catering purposes. Books & Blokes Breakfast with Peter FitzSimons When: TUESDAY, 14 May…

Clothing pool

SJC Second-hand Clothing Pool is urgently in need of new stock, particularly in larger sizes. Winter sports gear and equipment is also keenly sought. The Clothing Pool will happily buy pre-loved blazers from you as well. Opening hours are Fridays during term from 3-5pm. This is an invaluable service run by the P&F for parents….

Living books breakfast with Gemma Sisia

You are warmly invited to attend our “Living Books” Breakfast with Gemma Sisia from the School of St Jude in Tanzania. This is sure to be a most remarkable breakfast and Gemma is looking forward to returning to Joeys and sharing her inspirational story. The breakfast will be held on Thursday the 14 March at…

Books and Blokes – Greg Growden

When: FRIDAY, 8 March 2019 Time: 7:30am Where: Resources Centre RSVP Click here Please note: We would love students to attend with a parent or relative, however, students unable to bring a relative may attend on their own. About the Author: Greg Growden is a leading authority on Australian rugby. A senior sports writer for…

The Scholars and Friends Soiree

Br Louis Music Centre presents: The Scholars and Friends Soiree: an evening of solo and chamber works.

Sports mouthguards

Dr Sam Martin and Mobile Dental Services will be available at the College on the afternoons of Wednesday 27 February and Wednesday 13 March to fit students for a professional student custom built mouthguard. If you would like your son to be fitted for a mouthguard by Mobile Dental Services, please complete and return the…