Term 2 Week 6 2025
Term 2Week 7 2025 |
School Events |
Monday 9th June |
King's Birthday Public Holiday Long Weekend - No School |
Tuesday 10th June |
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Wednesday 11th June |
Library Yr1/2 Band lessons |
Thursday 12th June |
Athletics Carnival |
Friday 13th June |
Jersey Day - (see flyer below) Year 3/4 Library 2.20 pm Assembly |
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Term 2 Week 8 Wednesday 18th June - School Photo Shoot (see below) Thursday 19th June - Athletics carnival backup Friday 20th June - Year 6 GLOW Retreat (New Date) Sunday 22nd June - Sacrament of First Eucharist 9 am Term 2 Week 9 Start of Kindergarten 2026 enrolment interviews Wednesday 25th June - Science Showcase Friday 27th June - 2 pm till 2.20 pm Dance teams to perform in the hall 2.30 pm Assembly Term 2 Week 10 Wednesday 2nd July - Winter Appeal Day (New date) Thursday 3rd July - Kempsey Dance Eisteddfod Last Day of Term for Students Friday 4th July - Staff Spirituality Day Term 3 Week 1 Monday 21st July - Student Pupil Free Day Staff Development Day Tuesday 22nd July - First Day of Term 3 for Students Term 3 Week 2 Saturday 2nd August - Family Faith Night |
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Tell Them From Me Survey
Thank you for all your responses to the parent Tell Them From Me Survey. On Tuesday Night, we hit our goal of 60 surveys, so every child was rewarded with a Zooper Dooper on Wednesday. Students in years 4-6 completed their survey last week.
We look forward to analysing the data, celebrating successes and making goals for the future.
Eucharist Reflection Night
Thank you to the children and parents who ventured out on a cold and wet Wednesday night for our reflection night. It was a lovely night of learning and family connection. We continue to pray for our children making their Sacrament of First Eucharist on Sunday, 22nd June at 9 am. All are welcome. A reminder that the Family Faith Night has moved to Saturday, 4th August, next term
Uniform Reminders
Please double-check uniforms. Please wear black shoes with plain white socks (socks need to be showing). While we are waiting for some jackets to come in, old-style school jackets may be worn. Plain navy scarves are permitted. Please ensure names are on all items.
School Photoshoot
On Wednesday, June 18th, photographers will visit the school to create a new gallery of school photos for marketing and promotional purposes. Could we please ensure that all children wear their full and correct school uniform on this day?
Flood Jersey Fundraiser Day
Our student Mission Leaders want to help people affected by recent flooding. They decided to do a State of Origin Day, but it fell on our photoshoot day, so we changed it to a Jersey Day next Friday, 13th June. We know that many people are struggling right now, so everyone is asked to wear a jersey, casual clothes, and closed-in shoes, and donate whatever they can. We looked at who was helping people affected by floods and found that Bishop Greg has started a flood appeal that will directly help people in this region. All funds will go to this appeal.
Winter Appeal
Every Winter, our Mission team holds an event to help the needy and homeless in our area through St. Vincent de Paul. This is called the Winter Appeal. Our Mission leaders are busy finding out what is needed this year and creating their advertising, so watch this space and save the date… Wednesday 2nd July.
Public Holiday Monday 9th June
Yes, it’s the KING’S BIRTHDAY on Monday, 9th June. No school.Athletic Carnival
At this stage, we hope that our Athletics Carnival will proceed next Thursday, 12th June. The council will need to open the fields and mark the lines. Our back-up date is Thursday, 19th June, if we are notified that the field is not ready or open.
In the meantime, please complete the compass note and order lunches if using the canteen. For Little Athletics Competitors wishing to compete in the High Jump, you will need to complete a form available through the office and have it signed off by your coach. For 8-year-olds in year 2 only, you need to nominate whether you will be doing competitive events or novelty events for the day. This is so Mrs Hurrell can group you properly.
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: Final Call!
We are excited to announce that St Joseph’s, along with the School Community Group, are 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 playground in 2026. For this to occur, we are calling for volunteers to join and contribute to a committee. If you would like to be a part of the process, please complete the EOI Form by following the link below as we are hoping to arrange our first meeting during Week 8 or 9!
Welcome Club
Everyone loves our morning welcome club. Such a great space to wait for all our friends to arrive before school. The welcome club is every morning in the Kindergarten classroom from 8.30 am, everyone is welcome.
More Morning Fun
This week, Khoda had fun sharing her newfound skill and love of creating animal balloons with peers during morning hall time.
Year 6 Art
Art this week in year 6 has been about exaggerating the proportion of their facial features and creating a self-portrait in the tradition of artist and film-maker Tim Burton.
Tell them from me, rewards!
On Wednesday, Kindy visited the Year 2 classroom and enjoyed Zooper Doopers at lunchtime from the Tell Them From Me survey reward.
Marching Practice
This week, we have been preparing for our upcoming Athletics Carnival. Our annual march has been a tradition for a very long time, and we are all proud to be able to uphold it.
Ex-Student Success
This week, ex-student Charlie Murray will make his NRL Debut. We are very proud of him and all his hard work.
Happy Birthday
Primary Awards
Infants Awards
Ministry Awards
Class of the Week
Week |
Class |
Date |
Location |
Contact Person |
| T2 W8 |
Kindy & Yr 6 |
22nd June | Time and venue to be determined | Emily |
| T2 W9 |
Yr 1 |
28th June | Mum's paint and sip at Katie's house | Irene and Katie |
| 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
ADHD assessments survey
Calling All Parents and Carers on the Mid and North Coast of NSW! The ADHD co-management coordinator is actively seeking insights from families navigating the challenges of ADHD assessments and ongoing care for children and young people with ADHD in our region. Long wait times and limited access to paediatricians have been significant hurdles, delaying crucial diagnoses and treatments. Your experiences are invaluable. By participating in a brief survey, you can help shape a more responsive and accessible ADHD care model tailored to our community's needs. 
Take the Survey Here: https://engage.nnswlhd.health.
