Term 2 Week 3 2025
Term 2Week 4 2025 |
School Events |
Monday 19th May |
Library Yr 5/6 Guitar lessons |
Tuesday 20th May |
Dio Cross Country |
Wednesday 21st May |
Library Yr1/2 |
Thursday 22nd May |
Kindergarten Library |
Friday 23rd May |
Year 3/4 Library 2.20 pm Assembly |
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Term 2 Week 5 Tuesday 27th May - GLOW Retreat - Yr 6 Wednesday 28th May - 5 pm Sacrament information night Term 2 Week 6 Monday 2nd June - Soccer Gala Day Term 2 Week 7 Thursday 12th June - Athletics Carnival |
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This week we have farewelled Mr Galvin as he has jetsetted across to the other side of the world on his much deserved holiday and faith renewal experience. I am pleased to be stepping into his role for the rest of this Term as acting Principal and we look forward to hearing of his adventures upon his return at the beginning of Term 3. Please don’t hesitate to make contact with me should you have anything I can help with during this time.
We also welcomed our new leader to our Catholic church; Pope Leo, and will keep him in our prayers as he leads the world in faith and peace. We also have welcomed some new students and families to our school community, Nate Bliss in Year 4 and Ray Huckle in Year 5. We pray that they will have a successful and enjoyable year ahead with us.
On Friday, our year 4 students participated in their First Sacrament of Reconciliation after midday Mass. We also pray for these children that this special sacrament will strengthen and renew their faith. Our First Communion reflection evening will be held on Wednesday 28th May at 5pm. These students will attend with their parents to learn more about the Sacrament as well as the processes for the day.
Save the Date - Family Mass and Shared Dinner
Put it in your calendar! We are looking to hold another Family Mass and Shared Dinner on Saturday, 14th June at 5pm. The format of the night is yet to be confirmed, but our Family Mass and Dinner evenings are always popular with our families and supports Christian Families to connect while also supporting our students who are learning about their faith. The night begins with 5pm Mass, followed by dinner from 6-8pm. Look out for more details next week.
Tell Them From Me Survey
Today our Parent Tell Them From Me (TTFM) Survey will open for your feedback. We would like to invite all parents to complete the survey, as we value the role of parents and carers within our school community. The information you provide will be used to maintain our commitment to working together in partnership to further improve student learning and wellbeing at St Joseph’s Laurieton. In the past it has guided the school to look at parent education, resourcing, areas of need and given wonderful suggestions to improve.
Our aim is to have at least 60 families complete the survey. If we reach that target we will have a reward for all the students.
To complete the survey, please click here.
League Gala Day
With all the wet weather, it has been disappointing to have our League Day for Primary students cancelled on Tuesday. Fingers crossed we can get another date soon.
Best wishes from the leadership team
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Mrs Jessica Koenig Acting Principal |
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Mrs Maria Wilson Assistant Principal Mission |
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Mrs Kristan Nichols Acting Assistant Principal Learning and Teaching |
Compass Events
Expressions of Interest- New Playground Committee!
We are excited to announce that St Joseph’s, along with the School Community Group, is beginning the process of planning and fundraising for a new playground (subject to all approvals). Our goal is to remove and replace both the infants' and Primary playgrounds in 2026. For this to occur, we are calling for volunteers to join and contribute to a committee.
As this is a large project, we will require volunteers to nominate to be a part of one of two different teams. The responsibilities of each team are outlined below.
The Playground Design and Implementation Team will:
- Work with the school, parish and other stakeholders to define the scope of work for the playground.
- Work with students, staff and parents to ascertain the wants/needs of the playground.
- Work with the school to define a budget.
- Research with other schools that have installed playgrounds recently to avoid pitfalls
- Work with playground companies to design a playground that suits our school's needs and finalise quotes.
- Work with the school, SCG and playground company to deliver the project within budget.
- Seek grants if appropriate
The Playground Fundraising Team will:
- Work with the school and Playground Design Team to define a Fundraising Goal for the new Playground (e.g.$20,000-40,000)
- Research Fundraisers and work with the school to decide on Fundraisers that will bring in enough money.
- Promote the purpose of the fundraiser with the school and community
- Work with the school to adhere to school fundraising requirements
- Lead the Major fundraiser/s and enlist other families to help
- Work with the school to seek other financial support (if appropriate)
If you are interested in joining one or both teams, please complete THIS GOOGLE FORM by Friday, 23 May. Members of each team can nominate themselves for various levels of involvement. Even if you are only available to contribute ideas or may be able to take on some of the group's actions, we would love you to be a part of the process.
We are looking forward to working with you on this exciting endeavour!
Mrs Maria Wilson and Mrs Fiona Hayward
Join the St Joey’s Check-Mates Chess Club!
Calling all budding chess masters in Years 3, 4, 5, and 6! Our new lunchtime Chess Club is kicking off, and there’s a spot for everyone — whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting to learn.
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Advanced Players: Wednesdays at recess in the Year 5 classroom
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Beginners & Learners: Thursdays at recess in the Year 5 classroom, with mentoring from advanced players
We’re also looking to expand our collection of chess sets. If any families would like to donate a set, it would be greatly appreciated!
Come and see Mrs Peck to join the St Joey’s Check-Mates, and sharpen your strategic thinking!
Port Macquarie Speech and Drama Eisteddfod 2025
The Port Macquarie Speech and Drama Eisteddfod is upon again. It is always a friendly and fun experience for all competitors, learning so many new skills and gaining so much confidence in presenting to an audience. It is held at Regional College on the 5th- 7th of September (noting that Sunday is Father's Day). The Syllabus is now available, with entries closing on the 28th July. Those who have entered it before should have received this year's syllabus in an email. For those who haven’t, it is attached here.
If your child would like to enter into any individual sections, please refer to the Syllabus and enter them into their sections for their grade. Then, please let me know which individual sections you’ve entered them into so I can support them at school. If you have any questions about the sections, send me an email at leah.toole@lism.catholic.edu.au
If your child attends Drama club at school and would like to enter into group sections, you will be sent more information on this and they will be entered under our school.
Yours in Drama,
Leah Toole
Free Parent Webinar: Boys and Young Men Online 27 May 12.30 - 1.15 pm
For boys and young men, the internet can be a place where they seek connection, validation and guidance as they explore what it means to be a man today. However, it also exposes them to risks like concerning content, online exploitation and the growing influence of harmful ideologies.
This free webinar will help parents understand:
- Social and cultural influences shaping boys and young men.
- How boys engage online, build relationships and how they may be vulnerable to manipulation or exploitation.
- The impact of social media, gaming, and influencers on their attitudes, behaviours and sense of identity.
- Practical strategies to build critical thinking, challenge harmful narratives, and create open conversations that empower boys and young men to navigate the online world safely and respectfully.
Register for this webinar here.
Kindergarten Science
Primary Awards
Infants Awards
Ministry Awards
Class of the Week
Congratulations Year 4!
Week |
Class |
Date |
Location |
Contact Person |
| T2 W8 |
Kindy & Yr 6 |
22nd June | Time and venue to be determined | Emily |
| T4 W5 |
Kindy & Yr 6 |
15th November |
Kendall Pool Time to be confirmed |
Emily |
2025 CLASS PARENTS
Kindergarten: Justine Reedy, Bel Davis, Katie Oberg
Year 1: Taliska Arentsen, Irene Santi, Katie Barker
Year 2: Tony Maher, Tam McLaren
Year 3: Emily Fogg, Lyndelle Lee
Year 4: Louise Roberts
Year 5: Hayley Guffog, Erin Richards, Lyndelle Lee
Year 6: Emily Fogg
