Joeys Year 7 2019

Football mid-season report

Courtesy of Mr David Wiseman, below is the mid season report for Football. It is based on information provided by coaches each week. Occasionally there are points missed etc – please notify us of any errors so they can be corrected.

Sport results for 15 June

Study grades

Study grades are recorded by the evening supervisors for boys, both boarders and day students, who are present in evening study. The grades are simply a way for you and your son to get regular feedback on how he is working in study and for us to keep an eye on how the boys are…

Lucas performs at assembly

Lucas recently played an individual piece at the Headmaster’s Assembly. It can be a daunting experience for a Year 7 student to perform in front of the entire school but it didn’t worry Lucas and the rest of the boys were very impressed with the skill that he displayed. Congratulations on a fine performance Lucas!

13G rugby and 2nd XV

With the First XV not on field last week, the Second XV were pleased that the mighty 13Gs accepted the invitation to join them on Number 1 for the afternoon where they initially trained with each other before separating for some contact. They may be our youngest and least experienced team but what they may…

Newington scoreboard

We have seen how Year 7 boys help operate the scoreboard each home game. Yesterday a group of Joeys year 7 boys operated the Newington scoreboard for most of the day too!

Early bus for 13G rugby

Bohemian Rhapsody

Liam performing Bohemian Rhapsody on stage this morning at assembly.

Mental Health Awareness

Last week Ben Duffy from Year 12 spoke to the whole school about his journey with his own mental health. He gave the boys some advice about how to deal with it, and also how to help others deal with it. It is well worth taking the 15 minutes or so to watch this video:…

Indigenous assembly

Learning to dance before the Year 7 dinner

As all the mothers can confirm after the Year 7 dinner, the boys are excellent dancers!

Social media usage

Last week Year 7 did a session on social media usage. We discussed how use of social media is a representation of ourselves, our family and our school. There are dangers in sharing anything, because your digital foot print doesn’t wash away easily. Schools are legally required to report certain content to authorities. Tips: Keep…

Colo 7.N – Term 2 week 4

The Colo bulletin and a selection of photos from Colo group 7.N. If you would like more photos click here.

French film time

French class enjoying a film about Paris.

13D rugby v Barker

Multiple point scorers 1 June

Rugby 13B’s Toby Williams – 2 tries 13C’s Ben Bayfield – 3 tries Tomas Moloney – 1 try and 3 goals 13D’s Thomas Shaw – 3 tries 13E’s Jordan Basha – 2 tries Ignatius Houston – 2 tries Mack Whineray – 1 try and 7 goals 13F’s Archie Landers – 4 tries Daniel Taylor –…

Sport results 1 June

Winter sport set up crew

Each Saturday morning a group of Year 7 boys kindly volunteer to get up early and head to the Park to assist staff with setting up for a day of winter sport.

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…

Kidney dissection

Multiple point scorers 25 May

Rugby 13B’s Thomas Bowden – 2 tries Shaun Collins – 2 tries 13C’s Ben Bayfield – 3 tries 13D’s Kayden Mixter – 2 tries and 1 goal Edward Ghattas – 2 tries 13F’s Archie Landers – 2 tries Football 13A’s Max Lapa – 3 goals

Sport results 25 May

13B and 13D rugby v Armidale

13B defeated Armidale 13A 40-12 13D defeated Armidale 13B 60-5

13E Rugby v Oakhill

Multiple point scorers 18 May

Rugby 13E’s Cliff Manley – 2 tries Ignatius Houston – 2 tries James Miller – 2 tries Mack Whineray – 1 try and 4 goals

Sport results 18 May

AFL home game

On Saturday 18 May, the College’s two AFL teams played on the back ovals, in what was the first time an AFL game was played on campus. The present ovals were not developed between 1888 – 1891, so Joey’s home games were played at Jackson’s Green, an area towards the back of the present day…

Music gala evening 14 June

Debating results 17 May

Well done to the boys on a great win!

Multiple point scorers 11 May

Rugby 13A’s Henry Seigmeier – 2 tries and 1 goal Matthew Mulders – 2 tries 13C’s Henry Spencer – 2 tries 13F’s Archer Landers – 2 tries 13G’s Noah White – 2 tries

13F Rugby v Barker

The 13F rugby had the whole of the 2nd XV Rugby cheering them on and running water for them throughout their game against Barker.

Sport results for 11 May

13C Rugby

The 13C rugby after they defeated Scots 38-0. Coach is Mr Chris James.

Year 7 match day assistants

Each week a team of Year 7 boys assist with recording sport scores and operating the scoreboard at the Park.

Multiple point scorers 4 May

Under 13’s Rugby 13F’s Mack Whineray – 1 try and 4 goals

Sport results for 4 May

Afternoon internal rugby trial

13G Rugby v Oakhill

13B Football in action against Newington

Cooper recognised at Assembly

Cooper was recognised at the Headmaster’s Assembly for being selected in the CIS Swimming team to compete in the CIS Championships in May.

Year 7 boarders before Mass

Year 7 boarders are the best dressed year group for Mass each Sunday night. Charlie and Wallace were best dressed here.

Year 7 at Sunday evening Mass

Year 7 did the readings and offertory at the Sunday evening Mass. Parents and families are welcome to attend. Mass starts at 8:15pm.

State of Origin recess

The boys had a special recess to mark the first Rugby League State of Origin game. You might notice the single maroon donut, all by itself, that no one would touch…

Flu vaccination time!

No really, it doesn’t hurt a bit.

13A football

13A football after their win on Saturday.

Tennis players on Saturday

If you want to change the world start by making your bed…

Last week the boys watched a video in our Year 7 division meeting. We spoke about them making their beds each day….but more importantly doing the little things right to make the big things right:

Laurie Daley at training

The 13A rugby team had a visit from former Australian rugby league player and NSW Origin player and coach, Laurie Daley.

13B and 13D rugby head to Armidale

The Armidale School (TAS) is part of the GPS. A number of Joeys teams are in Armidale this weekend including 13B and 13D. Here at the boys at Wyong and then Scone in the way up.