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You may have noticed that I usually finish speeches and newsletters with the words God Bless and Be the Good. I thought I would take the opportunity to explain why. The God Bless part is pretty straightforward, for Christian people you are wishing that God is with them, that God will bless them, that good things will happen for them. So when I say God Bless you I am willing/wishing/hoping/praying for good things for you.
The Be the Good is a little bit of a different story. The first school I was a principal at, the student leaders would come up with a theme for the year. A nice aspirational goal. The year I started “See the Good, Be the Good” was the theme. The Be the Good appealed to me in what we are trying to do at a Catholic school and that is develop good humans to go out into the world and have a positive impact. Don’t get me wrong, good grades, strong work ethic, etc are all really important, but being good people is more important. So over the next few years, other themes were chosen by the students, all very admirable but I stuck with Be the Good and it became a catch cry. In fact at the beginning of this year I asked the new principal to wish everyone all the best for the new school year and he sent me back a video of all the staff yelling “be the good”.
I reflected on whether I should bring that idea with me to Tassie or start something new and I thought I would keep using it, because the idea of being good isn’t stuck in any place and it brings joy to others. Be the Good is asking something of you. God Bless is a prayer, a hope, a wish, but Be the Good is asking or appealing to you to do something good for others. So there’s a bit of work in that. Good work, because if you are doing good for others, you are positively impacting their lives. It can be a tiny thing, smiling at people, saying good morning, complimenting them on something. No secret agenda, not thinking what am I getting out of being good. Even though we are not doing good to get something, the funny thing is I do get something out of it because helping others is a nice feeling. The other big thing is that I believe very strongly that what you put out you get back. If I am friendly, smile, say hello, people respond to that. Having that good flowing around our community is my aspiration for St Aloysius Catholic College.
God Bless and Be the Good,
Mr Paul Reidy – College Principal
From the Junior Campus...
Like most Australians, I have been glued to my screen, absorbing the Olympic Action from Paris. Earlier this week, I was watching the long jump qualification, which was being commentated by former World Championship long jump finalist David Culbert and 2008 Olympic Paul Vault champion Steve Hooker. Culbert was sharing the story of Liam Adcock, an Australian athlete who dug a sandpit in his Dad’s backyard at 16 after being captivated by the London Olympic Games. Also in the field was Mattai Furlani, an Italian long jumper who was a basketballer before focussing on track and field. Both of these athletes were not junior champions in their discipline. Culbert then shared, “You don’t need to be the Under Ten Little Athletics Champion; sometimes that’s not the best thing to be.”
Culbert meant no harm to those athletes who experienced success at a junior level. He was aiming to identify the importance of perseverance and persistence. I can relate to this message. In my former life, I was fortunate enough to work in the Talent Identification Development program facilitated by the Tasmanian Institute of Sport and Athletics Tasmania. My role was to mentor emerging athletes, balancing schooling demands while transitioning to potential national representation. A large proportion of the young adults in this program had experienced a variety of sports, were not dominant during their primary sporting years and had other interests outside of athletics. These athletes never regretted their pathway to high performance, which involved experimenting with different sports and experiencing defeat regularly. They often stated this background enhanced their athletic ability.
It is important to heed the advice of David Culbet when thinking about how it applies at St Aloysius Catholic College and, more specifically, those who attend the Junior Campus. Winning at a young age is a great moment and should be celebrated. However, if you experience initial setbacks or display mastery immediately, you can still become a champion. Experiencing failure helps you recognise how far you have come and builds character the next time you face adversity. These moments you draw upon when approaching the championship final, will ultimately help you achieve the ultimate success. So, when you witness your child building a BMX jumps course or hurdles in your backyard, it might be the beginning of something special.
Yours faithfully
Samuel Morey – Deputy Principal: Junior Campus
Kinder Green Excursion to the Marine Dsicovery Centre
On Tuesday, 6th August, Kinder Green went to the Marine Discovery Centre in Woodbridge. We arrived at the centre where we were met by Andrew. He showed the children his baited camera which was then placed at the end of the jetty, and it was left there for the morning. The children were then given a clipboard and sheet with sea creatures that they needed to identify around the centre. After this, the children were able to touch the sea creatures in the touch tank and we made our own real-life aquariums. We created some artwork, such as decorating a decorator crab, taking a print on calico of a flounder, using stamps to make patterns, and made a badge. In the afternoon we fed the fish in the large tank and looked at the baited camera that was dropped at the end of the jetty. We had an amazing day!
From the Middle Campus...
Mrs Nickie Birchall – Acting Deputy Principal: Middle Campus
From the Senior Campus...
Work Experience
Our last two classes of Year 10 students headed off on work experience in week 1 of term 3. It was great to get out again and see our students flourish in different work environments as they explore the different options and opportunities that are available to them upon completion of their studies.
Parent Teacher Interviews
It was wonderful to see the many constructive conversations that took place over the two nights of Parent Teacher Interviews, after receiving mid-year reports at the end of last term, as we work in partnership to achieve the best possible outcomes for your child.
We understand that it can be difficult for parents/carers to juggle work and other engagements and may not have been able to make an appointment for these reasons. If you were unable to make the interviews when requested by a teacher, we ask that you please contact the College to arrange an appointment with that teacher, or alternatively, have a phone conversation with them.
Discovery Day
Last Tuesday, 30th July, Year 10 students had the opportunity to participate in our inaugural Discovery Day. This was a chance for students to explore subjects they might look at studying in Years 11 and 12. It was also an opportunity to see what life is like for students in Years 11 and 12 here at our Senior Campus.
I would like to thank all of the staff who worked to put the day together. In particular I would like to thank Sam Wilton, Marcelle Ottaway, Tom Elkhair and Georgia Pearsall for their organisation of the day.
Year 11 Subject Counselling
In a follow-up to our Discovery Day, Year 10 students had their Year 11 Course counselling. This was an chance for students to speak to teachers, whether they are staying here at St Aloysius or not, to be able to choose the right subjects for their chosen pathway beyond College. Some great conversations took place as students began to plan out their futures beyond Year 10.
Year 11 Intentions 2025
Last week I sent a letter out to all Year 10 parents asking them to indicate what their intentions were for their child in 2025 for Year 11. If you have not yet completed this survey, could you please complete it through the link below. If your child intends to complete Years 11 and 12 elsewhere, you will need to officially withdraw them from the College through the following email address sacc.enrol@catholic.tas.edu.au. https://forms.gle/Qc9TLi7VPx6APKv37
Ski Trip 2025
As many would know, we are well underway with the planning and organisation of our Ski Trip to New Zealand in 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to travel overseas and have experiences that will make great memories. A big thank you to Tom Elkhair, Andrea Reece and Georgia Pearsall who have put a lot of effort into organising the trip and put together our information evening last week.
Risk Taking Behaviours in Adolescence
We know that the area of the brain that controls impulse control doesn’t fully develop until around the age of 25. And we know that risk-taking behaviour peaks around the age of 15 and 16. Therefore, we understand here at our Senior Campus, we have students who are at risk of partaking in negative behaviours which can have serious consequences. The Pastoral team is working tirelessly to educate our students on the negative impacts of such behaviours and, over the coming months, will have different speakers and courses which will address things such as the use of illicit drugs, and dangerous driving. I ask that parents and carers also work in partnership with us and have conversations with their child about such issues so that together we can keep our children and students safe. Below are two articles that might help in beginning such conversations.
https://raisingchildren.net.au/teens/behaviour/behaviour-questions-issues/risky-behaviour
https://parents.au.reachout.com/life-skills-and-challenges/risk-taking/risk-taking-and-
Justice Action Network
On Thursday 4th July a small group of Senior students attended a Justice Action Network Day at the Mount Nelson Sustainability Centre attended by Catholic and Independent College students across Tasmania. This was an incredible opportunity to hear from Tasmanian Social Enterprise Champions from Illuminate Education, Hamlet, Teros, Blueline Laundry, Tasmanian Bike Collective and Trouble Smiths before working on their own social enterprise idea. The students found this a challenging but inspiring day and were left with a lot to think about, especially how our everyday choices and where we make our everyday purchases can make a positive difference in the world. Can you spot any familiar faces in the video montage from the day...?
Winter Appeal – colouring and collections!
Our Winter Appeal got underway with our enthusiastic and creative Middle Campus Vinnies group organising a College wide colouring in competition! Competition was fierce with entries from Kinder to Year 11 and if you thought the Olympics were competitive, you should see the staff entries! These will be judged by our Middle Campus Vinnies group and winners announced in our next newsletter.
Our Senior Workplace students have taken on advertisement, collection and organisation of donated items for the Vinnies Winter Appeal as part of their coursework. Donations for this worthy appeal can be dropped off at the Junior or Senior Campus Offices or in the foyers of the Middle Campus Learning Centres.
If you are unable to send a physical donation for the Winter Appeal you can make a donation via Qkr!, check the events tab for options. Thank you for your support!
Homelessness Week
This fortnight, our focus has been on bringing awareness to the plight of Homelessness in our local community and Australia Wide. Our prayers in Homeroom and at our Junior Campus Assembly have been centred around this issue, giving time for thought and reflection. Our Vinnies students and Senior students running the Vinnies Winter Appeal had the chance to attend a Vinnies Homelessness Week Breakfast at Legacy Park at the Domain this week and hear about government support and the incredible work of Vinnies in this area.
Maths After School and Study After School for Middle and Senior Campus Students
One Day School - extending students in learning one day at a time
Our Year 5 and 6 enrichment program has gotten off to a great start in 2024, and our students from Year 3 and 4 will be beginning formal enrichment sessions this term. Students have been engaging in some exciting extension activities in Maths, Literacy and STEM.At St Aloysius, selected students from Year 5 and 6 have joined classes in literacy and maths. These classes are specifically designed for students performing or capable of performing in the top 10% of their cohort. Here is what some of our students have to say about their One Day School experience:
" I enjoy going to the lessons a lot because it's live with other people. I have been learning about different number systems."
Raimo Bicknell
“ I found it extremely engaging and fun because everyone was nice and cooperative.”
Joshua Purdie
“ I really liked the teacher and her attitude towards us.”
Ashton Kiemele
Year 5 STEM Group
Students in the Year 5 STEM Group have started their sessions with some ‘out of the box’ Maths challenges, followed by some Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) problems to get them thinking about how to solve problems in groups and individually. The first challenge was to build the tallest tower using only the natural resources in the playground. Students soon discovered that rocks were a great way to build a taller tower, more quickly. They also discovered that these towers could be very unstable and that they would need to build them quickly. This term, the group will continue solving relevant problems using Makers Empire software to Empathise, Problem Solve, Design and Troubleshoot inventions that may help to solve real world problems.
Exciting Announcement: St Aloysius Catholic College selected for Kids in Space Program
We are thrilled to announce some out-of-this-world news with you! St Aloysius Catholic College (Junior Campus) has been selected to participate in the 2024 Kids in Space Program. This fantastic opportunity will immerse our students in the wonders of space technology and inspire them to reach for the stars.Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Makers Empire, The Andy Thomas Space Foundation, and The Australian Space Agency, Kids in Space is set to revolutionise space education in primary schools. The Kids in Space program aims to ignite curiosity and passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) by encouraging students to engage with the nation's growing space ecosystem, introduce them to space technology and different jobs within the space industry, and spark an interest in a space career. St Aloysius Catholic College greatly appreciates the opportunity to be part of this exciting initiative.
Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this cosmic adventure!
Art and Technology Exhibition: 23rd –27th September, 2024
Senior Drama Production: 16th –19th September, 2024
Dance Club Participation at the Southern Tasmanian Dance Eisteddfod
On Friday, 5th July, St Aloysius Catholic College participated in the Primary Schools Section of the Southern Tasmanian Dance Eisteddfod. 42 students from the Year 3/4 Dance Club and 13 students from the Year 5/6 Dance Club participated in the event.
Year 3/4 Dance Club:
Year 5 student, Charli Skinner, choreographed the dance and taught it to the Year 3/4 Dance club during her recess and lunch breaks. Charli’s mum, Simone Skinner (College Sports Administrator) brought Charli over each week and for extra rehearsals in the last week. We are so grateful to both Charli and Mrs Skinner, for the effort they put in to helping the Year 3/4 Dance club.
The Year 3/4s performed to the songs ‘Superstar and Barbie Girl’. Here are some reflections from students in the group:
Friday, 5th July was so exciting for me as the day had finally arrived to go to the dance Eisteddfod. I loved putting on makeup and looking glamorous for our dance. Costumes were amazing, sparkling, shiny and stunning and we all looked so beautiful in them with all our make-up and hair done. I enjoyed dancing on the stage. It was so much fun seeing so many people watching us and cheering us on. I felt overwhelmed as we got a Highly Commended from the judges, I felt so proud of us all.
Thank you to Charli Skinner for her choreography.
Camila Benevides
Grade 3/4 Dance Club had a wonderful time learning our dance that the
talented Charli Skinner choreographed. We are so lucky to have Mrs Reece give us this chance to dance together and perform on stage. It was amazing! The 2024 Eisteddfod was so much fun!!
Zoe Frost
Year 5/6 Dance Club:
The 5/6 Dance Club was newly formed this year. Two Senior School students,
Tayla Gray and Izzy Elliott, choreographed and taught the dance, with Mrs Simone Skinner supervising each week. They were also assisted at rehearsals by Year 11 students Violet and Tiyana. We are grateful to the Senior School students, for giving up their breaks to travel to the Middle Campus each week and to Mrs Skinner for supervising all of the rehearsals.
Here are some reflections from students in this group:
We had to be at school bright and early, at 7.30am, with hair and make up done. The Eisteddfod was held at Wrest Point Casino. Learning the
choreography with Tayla and Izzy was so fun. We got to try moves we had never seen or knew about before. When we got to the Casino we had to change into our final outfit and get any finishing touches done to hair and make-up. We had a bit of a wait until we performed so we were able to watch some of the older kids perform their dance routines. They were amazing!!
While we were watching the others perform we picked up a few tips such as; when you are waiting on the wings, step back so the audience can’t see you, smile on stage but most of all have fun. I can’t wait to do it all again next term!
Daisy Halliday
Hi, my name is Elsie Palmer. I participated in the all schools Dance Eisteddfod grade 5/6 division. Our performance song was ‘Dance the night’ by Dua Lipa from the Barbie movie. On the day of the Eisteddfod we had to get to school by 8:00am at the latest, for the finishing touches on our hair and makeup. We wore hot pink Barbie inspired costumes. They were so fun to wear. When we got to the dance venue (Casino) there were lots of other schools there. I was surprised to see so many. We got to watch a few Secondary School performances before we went on stage. All of the performances were so good but we must have impressed the judges because we came 2nd. It was a fun day! Thank you to all of the people that helped us practice and do the choreography, especially Izzy, Tayla, Mrs Skinner and Mrs Reece.
Elsie Palmer
All of the students, choreographers/dance teachers and supervisors put a huge
effort and sacrificed a lot of their spare time to learn and perform these amazing dances. Thank you to the staff who attended on the day: Belinda Frost, Grace Gardiner, Christine Jones, Margaret Squires, Simone Skinner and Beverly Benevides. Thank you to the Senior Students Izzy Elliott, Violet, Hazel and Maddie, who were additional assistants on the day. We are also extremely grateful to the parents who signed up to assist as parent help on the morning of the event. With such a short time frame to get ready, we were grateful to have so many helpers to assist students getting costumes on and finishing hair and make up. A big thanks to Ivy’s mum, Karen, for professional hairdo assistance and Starssi’s mum, Monica, for professional make up assistance.
A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE SACC PARENTS AND FRIENDS FOR FUNDING THE COSTUMES! We are so grateful for the funds that enabled us to boost our participation and look fabulous on stage!
Thank you to Mr Reidy for attending and giving the students a pep talk before
their performances. Thank you for our Deputies, Mr Morey, Mr Scharvi and Mr Canning for supporting and enabling the staff and students to have this opportunity.
We are so glad we can provide Dance Clubs for our students. We have Mrs Nelson running the Year 1/2 Dance Club on Mondays, along with those mentioned above who run the Year 3/4 and 5/6 Dance Clubs. We love seeing how enthusiastic students are to learn and perform the dances, and that we can provide a supportive environment for all students to participate.
Mrs Andrea Reece
Dance Club Coordinator
Festival of Voices
Congratulations to the Grade 3 and 4 choir who recently performed at the Festival of Voices, Young Tasmania Sings Concert at Federation Concert Hall. The choir was invited to be part of this concert as a guest Choir. They entertained the audience with two songs and were very professional in their presentation. They sang with pride and confidence and received tremendous applause for their efforts! Congratulations also to Anita Cairns who accompanied the group and Ms Leitch who conducted.
Community feedback from a parishioner regarding our Junior Campus choir performance at Festival of Voices:
“I absolutely loved listening to the children who sang last night. Especially the St Als 3/4‘s. We noticed many familiar faces. Please pass my congratulations to your children. That was a big audience!”
Senior Drama Excursion – The Visitors
On Friday, 2nd August, Senior Drama students went to the Theatre Royal to watch the award winning Sydney Theatre Company's Production of The Visitors by Jane Harrison and directed by Wesley Enoch. It was an amazing piece that really presented some interesting perspectives of our First Nations people. The students will write a critique of the show for their course work.
The following is a blurb about the production:
On a sweltering day in January 1788, seven clan leaders gather on a sandstone escarpment overlooking the harbour. Beyond the friendly banter, protocols, and hospitality, a momentous decision is waiting to be made.
A mysterious fleet of giant nawi is amassing in the harbour and as they creep closer, these seven representatives must choose unanimously: whether to send these strangers on their way or welcome them?
After its Sydney Theatre Award-winning premiere production at the 2020 Sydney Festival, Muruwari playwright Jane Harrison’s The Visitors is a brand new production directed by Quandamooka man Wesley Enoch.
Southern SATIS Swimming Team
Congratulations to the following students who have been selected to represent the College at the SSATIS Swimming Carnival on Thursday, 29th August.
GOOD LUCK Team SACC!
| Year 7 |
Louie Andrews Archie Donohoe Tommy Pearsall Oscar Pither |
Zoe Eaves Juliette Rigby Olive Sherwin Sara Van Harten |
| Year 8 | Harrison Linnane | |
| Year 9 |
Zackery Adams Joshua Legro Sebastian Lie |
Casey Bumford Makayla Wiles |
| Year 10 | Amber Bumford |
Kingborough Interschool Chess Tournament
On Thursday, 4th July, a talented group of St Aloysius students represented the College at the Kingborough Interschool Chess Tournament, held at Huonville Primary School. The competition was fierce, with seven rounds of intense matches. We are incredibly proud of all our students who participated and displayed exemplary sportsmanship throughout the day, whether they won, lost, or drew (stalemate).
A special congratulations to Archer Wass, Ashton Kiemele, Elliott Williams, and Mergen Batbileg for securing first place in the Primary Team division. Your outstanding achievement is a testament to your hard work and dedication.
Waverley International Netball Championships
Early in July our team of ten talented netballers and three staff members went to Victoria to compete in the Waverley International Schools Netball Championships.
An early start allowed for a trip to the MCG and a tour of their high performance sports facilities, giving our team a feel for what goes on behind the scenes for professional athletes.
Our four day competition started on Tuesday. Not knowing what to expect from the opposition, the team performed at a high standard and proudly finished the competition in 6th place out of 16 teams. A highlight of the competition was playing Sri Lanka. At the end of the game students exchanged gifts, chatted and took photos together. Despite a language barrier, they all came away with full hearts, new friends and international playing experience.
Overall, it was a fantastic week with many highlights and memories made!
Many thanks to all the hardworking parents and the following sponsors who made this trip possible. Nic Street, Kal Tire Mining Tire Group, St Aloysius Parents and Friends, Kingborough Council, Eric Abetz, Jackson Cooper, David O'Byrne, Bendigo Bank, Bunnings and the many family and friends who donated to the online auction.
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, 2024
One of the consequences of the stolen generations is that many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children did not know what day their birthday was. The date 4th August was chosen as the day to communally celebrate. National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander CHILDREN'S DAY was first established in 1988 to instil confidence in all Indigenous children and make them feel special and included. Since its establishment Children's Day has become a major event in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children, families and community organisations. Children's Day gives all Australians the opportunity to show their support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
The theme for 2024 is 'Strong in Culture, Stronger Together'. Thank you Poppy Shepherd in KG for permission to use her photo on this year’s card to all students at the Junior Campus. Children also received a book bag, specially curated by SNAICC (Secretariat National Aboriginal Islander Child Care). The bag included a variety of activities and resources that encourage a love for learning and play. This year, the Indigenous Literacy Foundation generously donated Thanthi Syd Strangways' book, 'Wamparla Apira, Possums and Tall Trees'.
mapiya lumi/around here
As part of our commemorations of National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, First Nation students in Years 1 and 2 visited the mapiya lumi/around here exhibition at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery in nipaluna/Hobart. The group of young learners were guided in their exploration of the space by local palawa community member and teacher Mrs Michelle Synnott.
The title: mapiya lumi means ‘around here’ in palawa kani, and reflects a focus in the exhibition on a sense of home and place that is unique to the islands that make up lutruwita/Tasmania. The young students enjoyed exploring the different areas within the exhibition including the wooden dome frame representing the dome huts of the First People of lutruwita. They climbed up through the dolerite mountain columns with peep holes that provided a great view of the gallery and the opportunity to slide down a digital waterfall slide. Children sat quietly in a secluded area beneath the mountain platform and a reading nook lit by glow worms, glowing minerals and crystals as found deep in the earth. We all marvelled at the magnificent 3D ‘Tasmaniosaurus’ and a display of Tasmanian devils lit by the full moon. Designed with the child’s perspective in mind, there are also wonder windows and hanging displays.
In 2020 a number of our First Nation students worked with TMAG staff and drew pictures of the creation story of lutruwita/Tasmania. These drawings were then incorporated into animations and are included in the exhibition’s ‘sky screen’. The group relaxed in the yarning circle, around the patrula/fire, looked up and watched the animation in amazement. We took some pride in knowing that students from St Aloysius Catholic College had contributed artwork used in the animated story.
The College is very grateful to Michelle Synnott and parents Lee-Arna Synnott, Mel Harriss, Kathryn Purton, Joanne Lovell and Emma Coad who volunteered their time to attend this ‘wonder-filled’ excursion.
Middle Campus Buddy Program
Buddy programs in schools are a fantastic way to develop relationships between students and a strong sense of community. The goal of a Buddy program is to develop relationships between the younger and older children, enhancing the sense of friendly and supportive interactions each and every day. There are benefits for the older buddy in acknowledging their leadership, responsibility and pride in their ability to be helpful. And the younger buddy, who has a role model to look up to and see how we act positively at our school.
This term, St Aloysius will be running a Buddy program at our Middle Campus. Year 5, 6 and 7 students will be in pairs or small groups. Buddies will have the opportunity to be involved in a number of paired activities including sport, scavenger hunts and crafts, with the goal being, students developing a sense of comradery and companionship while having fun at the same time.
Ned Wise – Year 9
Over the past 80 days, Ned and his dad, Phil have been on an incredible journey!
They have ridden pushbikes from Hobart, Tasmania to Darwin, Northern Territory. It has been not only an epic personal challenge but they have raised around $50000 for two conservation organisations close to their hearts.
Phil and Ned have raised awareness and funds for the Tasmanian Land Conservancy (TLC) and the amazing work they are doing to protect biodiversity in Tasmania. The second charity is The Thin Green Line Foundation – who support Rangers around the world to defend wildlife and habitats to achieve global conservation goals on behalf of us all.
Read more of their story here: https://www.mycause.com.au/p/331609/phil-and-neds-ride-for-nature?popup=1
Congratulations Ned and Phil! We have loved following your journey!
College and Parish Fair
- Wednesday 14th August 3:00-4:00 pm
- Saturday 17th August 9:00-10:00 am.
- Saturday 24th August 9:00-10:00 am.
Plants lovers please start potting for the fair.
Craft lovers please start making items.
We are accepting raffle and Fair Wheel donations if you have a local business or know one that could help!
- Books
- Cakes/Sweets
- Coffee Shop
- Dunking Machine
- Fair Wheel
- Fairy Floss
- Milkshakes/Ice creams
- Plants
Key Dates for August
*please refer to the College Calendar for full details
| Thursday, 15th August |
Year 5/6 Book Week Dress Up Day and Parade |
| Friday, 16th August |
Junior Campus Book Week Dress Up Day and Parade |
| Monday, 19th August – Friday, 30th August |
Year 2-6 Swimming Program |
| Wednesday, 21st August |
Year 8/9 Time and Space, Father/Child session Book here: http://bit.ly/SACC824 |
| Wednesday, 28th August |
Possability Information Session, Year 9-12 |
| Thursday, 29th August |
SSATIS Swimming carnival – selected students |
| Friday, 30th August |
Father's Day Breakfast, hosted at Junior Campus but all College families are welcome Hoodies for Hamish Chess Club Tournament |
| Friday, 6th September |
STUDENT FREE DAY – Year 7-12 |
Term Dates for 2025
Book Week 2024
- A book fair will be held in the Junior Campus Library from Tuesday, 20th – Friday, 23rd August. The fair will be open from 8.00am – 9.30am and 2.30pm – 4.00pm. Students will have the opportunity to fill in a "wish list" during library time the week before to give parents/guardians the option to purchase books if they are unable to attend the fair.
- The Junior Campus dress up day and parade will take place on Friday, 16th August at 9.00am.
- Year 5 and 6 students will have a dress up day and parade on Thursday, 15th August at 10.00am.
- Kinder Green and Kinder Blue will have their parade on Wednesday 14th August at 9.00am.
- Students are invited to come to school dressed in their costumes and wear their costumes for the duration of the day.
2025 and 2026 Enrolments
Kindergarten, 2025 and 2026:
There are limited vacancies available for 2025 so please complete an expression of interest HERE.
2026 Enrolment Applications are due Friday, 9th May 2025, please complete an expression of interest HERE.
Year 7, 2025 and 2026:
2025 Enrolment Applications were due by Thursday, 21st March. We received an overwhelming amount of applications, if you are aware of any siblings or Catholic families who have not yet enrolled, please contact our Enrolment Officer.
2026 Enrolment Applications are due Friday, 14th March 2025, please complete an expression of interest HERE.
Year 11 and 12, 2025 and 2026:
2025 and 2026 Enrolment Applications are welcome, please complete an expression of interest HERE or contact Melissa Dance, Enrolment Officer for further information, sacc.enrol@catholic.tas.edu.au or 6229 0108.
Current Year 10 families – if you are planning for your child to continue their education elsewhere next year, you will need to withdraw their enrolment for 2025, otherwise, it will be assumed they are continuing at the College. To do this please email sacc.enrol@catholic.tas.edu.au.
If you and your child are undecided and would like to have a conversation, please do not hesitate to contact either of the staff listed below for advice and planning:
Brad Canning – Deputy Principal: bradley.canning@catholic.tas.edu.au
Marcelle Ottaway – Careers Advisor: marcelle.ottaway@catholic.tas.edu.au
Notice of Student Withdrawals
Birth to Five Explorers
To register please click on the link below-
University of Tasmania Open Day
Australian Defence Force Academy Virtual Open Day
Pathways to Employment
On Wednesday, 28th August, NDIS provider Possability will be running a parent information session for our Year 9-12 families at the St Aloysius Catholic College Senior Campus. The session will run from 5:30-6:30pm and will be hosted by Ali Marshall from Possability.
This session will explore the Pathways to Employment initiative offered through Possability to NDIS participants in Year 11 and 12. As a College, we have successfully supported several Year 11/12 students on the NDIS through this initiative.
If you would like more information about what the program entails, and how this could be implemented as a part of your child's Year 11/12 journey, please come along on the night.
For more information about the Pathways to Employment initiative, you can also visit this website: https://possability.com.au/services/pathways-to-employment/
Please RSVP to this event by emailing Tara Belbin at tara.belbin@catholic.tas.edu.au by Friday, 23rd August.
(Please note: Your child needs to be an NDIS participant to access this service)
Father's Day Stall
Our wonderful College Parents and Friends Association are again hosting a Father's Day Stall for our students in 2024.
The key dates are as follows:
- Junior Campus | Friday, 23rd August
- Kinder Blue and Green | Monday, 26th August
- Middle and Senior Campuses | Thursday, 22nd August
Pre orders are now open via Qkr! for all students in Kinder – Year 6.
Students in Year 7-12 will be able to purchase with cash on the day.
If you can help on any of the stall days or on Wrapping Night (Wednesday,21st August)
please email renee.e.fitzpatrick@gmail.com
Term 3 and 4 Meeting Schedule
