St Aloysius Catholic College eNewsletter

From the Junior Campus

As we draw to the close of term one, it is a perfect opportunity to reflect on the incredible achievements of our students and staff. This term has been filled with hard work, dedication, and many memorable moments that have strengthened our college community and enriched our learning environment.

The Spirit of Jesus in our Community

At St Aloysius Catholic College, we try to identify the Spirit of Jesus (SOJ) in everything we do. Simply put, the SOJ is exemplified when we strive to be our best and inspire others to do the same. Our students have excelled in various areas this term, including outreach, academics, leadership, and extracurricular activities. Whether raising funds for Project Compassion, participating in numeracy research projects, engaging with visitors at our recent Kinder Open Day, or competing in representative swimming and chess competitions, there is a lot to be proud of.

I would also like to acknowledge the unwavering commitment of our staff members, who continuously inspire and nurture our students. Their creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication shine through in every lesson and activity. Thank you to our educators, including every adult who works at our College, for fostering a love of learning and ensuring that our campus runs smoothly.

Holy Week

As we approach the commencement of Holy Week, let us take a moment to reflect on its significance in our Catholic faith. Holy Week is a time for deep reflection, gratitude, and renewal. It invites us to journey with Jesus through His final days, from His triumphant entry on Palm Sunday to the solemn remembrance of His sacrifice on Good Friday, culminating in the joy of His resurrection on Easter Sunday.

At the Junior Campus we, participated in a Prayer Assembly to highlight the meaning of this sacred week, and encouraged our students to embody the values of love, compassion, and service that Jesus exemplified. I hope each family takes time during Holy Week to engage in their own meaningful reflections and traditions, deepening their understanding of the love and sacrifice that Jesus made for us all.

Wishing You a Peaceful Easter Break

As we break for the Easter holiday, I want to wish all of our families a peaceful time together. Let this be a season of renewal and hope, where you create lasting memories with loved ones and celebrate the joyous spirit of Easter.

Thank you for being an integral part of our college community. Your support, dedication, and involvement make a significant difference in the lives of our students.

Wishing you all a joyous Easter and a restful break!

Yours Faithfully

Samuel Morey – Deputy Principal: Junior Campus

Exciting Opportunities in Extension Learning for 2025!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

I am excited to introduce myself as the Key Teacher for Extension at St Aloysius
Catholic College – Junior Campus – leading the development of programs designed
to challenge, engage, and inspire students beyond the core curriculum. This year, we
are focusing on enriching learning experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking,
and problem-solving across various areas.

Our extension programs will provide students with opportunities to explore STEM,
digital technologies, and hands-on problem-solving challenges. We will also incorporate elements of design thinking, coding, robotics, and real-world applications, assisting students develop future-focused skills.

I look forward to working collaboratively with students, teachers, and the wider College community to cultivate a culture of curiosity, innovation, and excellence.

Stay tuned for updates on upcoming programs and opportunities! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at michele.pikunic@catholic.tas.edu.au.

Mrs Michele Pikunic – Key Teacher for Extension, JC

Colours and Emotions Self Portraits – Year 3

In Year 3 we have been talking about different emotions and how our own emotional wellbeing and self-care is so important. We experience a lot of emotions and it is important to recognise that all our feelings are valid and give us information about ourselves.

Using Plutchik's Colour Wheel of Emotion as our guide, we have created self-portrait that show our emotions and use colours as a personal, symbolic expression of those emotions.

palawa Dreaming Story – Kindergarten

Each year, Kinder students at St Aloysius Catholic College learn and explore the palawa Dreaming story about the creation of Lutruwita/Tasmania through improvised and hands-on play. The lessons happen in our outdoor sand circle space at our Junior Campus, which is dedicated to Aboriginal education. In 2025, Year 12 palawa students Emiliya Lester-Thomas and Tiyana Ransom read Leigh Maynard's version of the story to the young students.

Children imagined the land covered in ice as the Sun and Moon travelled across the sky with their two star sons. When the Moon sprinkled seeds on the land, the children enthusiastically helped plants to grow. They added shellfish and rocks too. At the end of the story the children enjoyed making miniature shelters using bark and sticks.

Fundraiser for Project Compassion – SMALL ACTIONS, BIG IMPACT!

Last week, our Year 3 students proudly turned their learning into action by organising a heartfelt fundraiser for Project Compassion!

As part of their HaSS (Humanities and Social Sciences) unit, students have been exploring how they can contribute to the community and support those in need. It was inspiring to watch their ideas come to life through thoughtful planning, teamwork, and a shared desire to make a difference. Their efforts were a shining example of active citizenship in action!

We are thrilled to share that the fundraiser raised an incredible $1287.65! This fantastic result reflects the compassion, creativity, and commitment of our students — and the wonderful generosity of our school community.

A sincere thank you to our families for your ongoing support. Year 3 has truly shown that, when we work together, even the smallest acts of kindness can create meaningful change.

Year 4 HaSS

Humanities and Social Sciences (HaSS) is the primary learning area in which students explore and deepen their knowledge of Aboriginal Peoples and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the world’s oldest continuous living cultures and First Nations People of Australia. In HaSS, students develop intercultural understandings as they learn about the diversity of the world’s place and peoples, cultural practices, values, beliefs and ways of knowing. They learn the importance of understanding their own and others histories, recognising the significance of the histories and cultures of First Nations Australians.

To support Year 4 HaSS students in developing their knowledge of citizenship that positions First Nations Australians as the Traditional Owners of Country/Place, local Tasmanian Aboriginal Elder Uncle Rodney Dillon came in to share his knowledge and perspectives. Using a map of the nine nations of Lutruwita/Tasmania, painted by Reuben Oates, the children learnt about resources that were used in trade by Tasmanian Aboriginal people. Sharing oral history, Uncle Rodney explained different palawa social organisation systems, protocols, economies and enterprises. The College is grateful to Uncle Rodney for coming in to provide Aboriginal perspectives about Australia’s Indigenous histories and cultures.