Term 3 - End of Term
Principal's Weekly Update
Dear Families
Mercy Melodies
This morning we concluded the term with our annual Mercy Melodies singing competition. In the end it was a very close contest with Yr 3 taking out the title of 2024 Champions.
End of term
On behalf of our staff, I would like to thank all families for their continued support in making St Joseph’s the best school it can be. I would also like to take this opportunity to publicly thank all of the staff who work so hard - Teachers, Learning Teaching Aides, School Officers and Tuckshop staff. I believe we have an amazing staff and are very lucky to have such dedicated people at our school.
Finally, I would like to wish you all a wonderful break and look forward to seeing you back in Term 4 which starts on Monday 30th September.
With Christ We Live, Love and Learn
James Roberts
Principal
Highlights of the Week
2025 Leadership Nominations
Open Habitat Night
R U OK Day
Yr 5-6 Swimming Carnival
Mercy Melodies
House Heroes - Afternoon Activity
Mary Mills Cup
2025 Sacramental Program - Enrolments Open
Parents of children in Grades 4,5,6 (in 2025) who have been baptised in the Catholic Church and who have not yet received the Sacraments of Penance (Reconciliation), Confirmation and Eucharist (First Holy Communion) are invited to enrol their child/children in the Parish Sacramental Program 2025.
If you wish your child to receive these sacraments for the first time, please send an expression of interest by email to: sacramentsppparish@cairns.catholic.org.au requesting an Enrolment Form and providing a copy of your child’s Baptism Certificate (scan/email).
Enrolments need to be completed by 6 th December, 2024.
Sacrament preparation sessions will commence at the start of Term 1, 2025.
Resources For Students and Parents
The recent decision regarding Student iPads staying at school, presents an opportunity. We would like to encourage all students and parents to download the SORA and ClickView apps on their personal and mobile devices.
SORA works beautifully on mobile devices, as does ClickView
- The apps can be found in Playstore for android devices OR the Apple store for apple devices.
- Both apps will need to be signed into for the first login only, requiring username and password.
- This login process is what will provide students and parents secure access to the apps.
- This also means that correct audience levels will be applied, ensuring that only appropriate content can be accessed by students, Eg. if SORA is downloaded onto a parents phone, using a prep students username/password, the parent will still only access the content appropriate for the prep students.
- Both apps also have options to download content when Wifi is available, for access to content when offline. A fabulous and equitable feature for students without data on their mobile device or reliable WiFi at home ... and fantastic for plane trips!
School Holiday Programs
Families can save on tickets to see some of the exciting new family films at Event Cinemas Cairns Central, Earlville and Smithfield. Check out these fantastic movies showing this school holidays:
The Wild Robot – Join the adventure with a loveable robot as he navigates a wild and wondrous world. An adaption of the book series The Wild Robot.
Runt – Follow the thrilling journey of a determined young hero in this action-packed Australian story based on the best selling novel by Craig Silvey.
Transformers One – Get ready for epic robot battles and futuristic fun in the latest Transformers movie. Harold and the
Purple Crayon – Experience the magic of imagination with Harold’s whimsical adventures, inspired by the children's book by Crockett Johnson.
Our offers are available exclusively to school families, teachers and staff, so be sure to take advantage of it before the holidays end. It’s a fantastic opportunity to enjoy quality family time and make the most of the school break.For more details on movie times visit www.eventcinemas.com.au and bring a digital copy of the discount flyer in store to book.
Cairns Libraries
Check out our exciting new September School holiday program where families will enjoy activities and events with a Musical Mayhem twist!
With a mix of musical games, interactive workshops, and hands-on fun, it's the perfect way to spark creativity and keep kids entertained these holidays.
Best of all, all events are free!
Program Highlights:
- Special Event: Fun Palace on 27 September, 9:30 am - 3 pm—a day of interactive, community-led activities celebrating arts, science, and creativity.
- Japanese Drumming: Smithfield Library on 18 September, 10.30am – 11.30am
- Ukulele workshop: Edmonton Library on 20 September, 2pm – 3pm
- Song writing workshop: Manunda Library on 25 September, 2pm – 3pm
- Hawaiian Hula & Craft event: Stratford Library on 26 September, 10.30am – 11.30am
Upcoming Sporting Opportunities
Cairns Yacht Club
The Cairns Yacht Club are pleased to announce they have opened registrations for the final Tackers and Juniors Sailing Classes for 2024 for courses commencing 4th and 5th October 2024.
The club is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of sailors through its Junior Sailing programs, which include Australian Sailing Tackers 1 and 2 (7 – 12 years old) and Youth Sailing (12 – 17 years old, Australian Sailing's Out There Sailing curriculum). Through these six to eight week after school programs the club promotes healthy relationships and building self-esteem and confidence to young children and adults through our courses.
The fairplay vouchers are applicable and available online, the Governments $200 voucher covers the cost of these courses. Fair Play has opened up to all family groups, not only those on a concession and no longer means tested. This is a State initiative to assist and encourage the development of healthy children and lifestyles.
For 116 years, the Cairns Yacht Club (CYC) has been a cornerstone of the Far North Queensland sailing community. Over the years, the club has fostered a vibrant sailing community through a diverse range of events, training programs, social activities, and quality boating facilities.
This is the link to : Tackers 1 - Having Fun Term 4 2024 - Commences Friday 4 October - 22 November 2024 Course https://www.cairnsyachtclub.com/events/250657
This is the link to : Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques Term 4 2024 Commences Friday 4 October - 22 November 2024
https://www.cairnsyachtclub.com/events/250821
This is the link to Youth Sailing 2024 - Commences Saturday 5 October - 16 November 2024
https://www.cairnsyachtclub.com/events/252416
If you have any questions or would like assistance enrolling please do not hesitate to contact the club on 40312750 .
