Sunday 2nd Sunday of Lent (Year B) Mass Times: St. Agnes’ Port Macquarie Our Lady of Lourdes Wauchope Saturday Vigil – 6.00pm Saturday Vigil – 6.00pm and Sunday 7.30am Sunday – 7.30am, 9.00am & 5.00pm Long Flat – 9.30am 2nd & 4th Sunday

Kendall – 9.00am Mass (1st Saturday month 10.00am Mass Comboyne)

Telegraph Point – Thursday Night 6.00pm Beechwood – 9.30am 1st & 3rd Sunday

Lake Cathie – Sunday 8.00am Laurieton – Saturday Vigil 5.30pm, Sunday – 7.30am

What’s on Term 1, Week 6

MONDAY, 2nd March (Day 6)

- Year 11 Reflection Day SAPSS Jazz Band in Performing Arts Centre 4.00pm-5.30pm Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-4.30pm

TUESDAY, 3rd March (Day 7)

- Saxaphone Ensemble in PAC 8.00am – 8.45am Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-5.00pm

WEDNESDAY, 4th March (Day 8)

- College Assembly Regional Jazz Band in Performing Arts Centre 7.45am – 8.45am SAPSS Drumline 3.30pm-5.30pm in Performing Arts Centre Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-4.30pm

THURSDAY, 5th March (Day 9)

- Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-5.00pm SAPSS Concert Band at MacKillop College (St Paul’s Campus) 3.45pm – 5.00pm

FRIDAY, 6th March (Day 10)

- Concert Band 7.45am-8.45am in Performing Arts Centre Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-4.00pm

DATES TO REMEMBER: Monday 9th March Year 8-12 Parent/Teacher Night A - K Wednesday 11th March Diocesan Swimming in Kempsey Thursday 12th March Hastings NRL 9s Gala Day Thursday 12th March Year 7 Reflection Day Friday 13th March Year 7 Boys & Girls Immunisation Day Monday 16th March Diocesan Winter Sports Trials in Lismore Monday 16th March – Friday 20th March Year 10 Retreat Thursday 19th March Year 8 Fretwork Workshop Monday 23rd March Year 8-12 Parent/Teacher Night L - Z Monday 23rd March Year 10 Assessment Day Wednesday 25th March – 27th March Senior EES/Capa/Geography Excursion to Sydney Wednesday 25th March Schools Cup Netball at Port Macquarie Friday 27th March Year 8 Geography Fieldwork Excursion Tuesday 31st March Cross Country Wednesday 1st April Easter Liturgy Period 1 Wednesday 1st April Last Day Term 1 for students

27th February 2015 Term 1, Week 5

P.O. Box 231, College Drive PORT MACQUARIE 2444 Ph: 02 5525 4100 Fax: 02 5525 4199

www.sapss.nsw.edu.au

“The Truth will set you free”

22nd March February 2013

What’s on Week 9 Term 1 2013

P.O. Box 231 College Drive

PORT MACQUARIE 2444 Ph: 02 5525 4100

Fax: 02 5525 4199 www.sapss.nsw.edu.au

“The Truth will set you free”

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MESSAGE FROM BISHOP GEOFFREY JARRETT

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Inaugural College Mass

On Wednesday, the College community gathered with Fr. James to celebrate our Inaugural College Mass. The focus for our Mass drew upon our College theme of “Commitment”. In his homily, Fr. James displayed a number of images of sports people including our victorious Asian Cup Soccer Team, Serena Williams winner of the Women’s Australian Open and teams from the recent Junior State Cup Competition. He discussed the commitment displayed by all these sportsmen and women to achieve what they had and to follow their high aspirations.

As part of our Eucharistic celebration each Pastoral Care group were presented with a candle for their classroom prayer focus. This candle, when lit each morning will remind students of the commitment they make each day to embrace the light of Christ in their lives.

I would like to thank Fr. James, Year 11 Coordinator, Ms Heidi Flanagan, Assistant Leader of Catechesis and School Evangelisation Mrs Helen Gilbert, also to Mrs Wendy Welsh and all staff for their wonderful organisation on the day. Once again, Mrs Johnson ensured that our musicians once again did a fantastic job. Thank you also to Mrs Bronwyn Shipton and Mr Greg Hollis who ensured the setting was perfect for our Mass.

Thank you to our Senior Leaders who were actively involved in the Mass through Gospel readings and Prayers of Intercession. To our altar servers, musicians, thank you. Congratulations to the whole student community for their positive involvement in the Mass.

God Bless Jim Dempsey Principal

NEWS FROM THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - CURRICULUM

YEARS 8 -12 PARENT–TEACHER NIGHTS

Year 8-12 Parent-Teacher Interviews will be held over two nights, both from 4.00pm – 7.30pm on:

Monday, 9th March surnames A - K only

Monday, 23rd March for surnames L - Z only

Bookings open 10.00am Friday, 27th February and close 10.00am on interview day.

Whilst we encourage families to book on the correct night,

if you are unavailable on your set date please book on the alternate date.

All parents are encouraged to attend these interviews as they are a critical contributor to your child’s success and happiness at school. The evening provides the opportunity to meet with your child’s Pastoral Care (PC) Teacher as well as all subject teachers. It will also give you the opportunity to give teachers a brief insight into your child and their learning. Teachers will use the opportunity to let you know how your child has settled in to the 2014 school year and show you ways your child will be learning in their classroom, including how you can check their work and assist with homework and assignments. Bookings open today In order to book your interviews (5 minutes per teacher) please go to the College website www.pmreglism.catholic.edu.au and click on the Parent-Teacher interviews link. You will need to have a copy of your child’s timetable (in their diary) with subjects and teachers names for each subject. Enter the School Event Code from the box below and then follow steps 1, 2 and 3. Please BE CAREFUL to book interviews for the correct date.

Parents that do not have access to the internet at home, at work, at a friend’s house or on their phones, may send a note to school with the approximate times they require, or phone the College on 02) 5525 4100.

Tim McCosker Assistant Principal, Curriculum

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When you click finish, your interview timetable will be emailed to you automatically – check your junk mail folder if you do not receive your email immediately.

You can return to the site at any time, and change your interviews - until bookings close.

Please REMEMBER to bring the email with times on it to the evening as this will be the only way of knowing your interview times.

NEWS FROM THE LEADER OF ADMINISTRATION IMMUNISATION CLINICS FOR 2015. A Parent Information Kit has been sent home with students. The kit contains information about the vaccine and the disease that it protects against as well as a consent form. North Coast Area Health Service is holding Immunisation Days at St Joseph’s Regional College, dates are as follows: TERM 1 13th March 2015 Year 7 HPV – dose 1 all students (3 dose course)

Boostrix – all students (1 dose only)

YEAR 11 & 12 MMR signed consent forms to be brought back in term 1, they will be check to see if the vaccine is required. A list of the students who require the vaccine will be emailed to you before the clinic in term 2. TERM 2 20TH May Year 7 HPV – dose 2 all students – catch-up dose 1 for students that missed the clinic in term 1

Varciella (chicken pox) – all students (1 dose only) Boostrix – students that missed the clinic in term 1

Year 11 & 12 MMR – 1 dose if required TERM 4 8th October 2015 Year 7 HPV – dose 3 all students - dose 1 or 2 for students that missed the clinics in term 1 & 2

Varicella – Catch-up for students that missed the clinic in term 2 Boostrix – Catch-up for students that missed the clinics in term 1 & 2

YEAR 11 & 12 MMR – catch-up for students that missed the clinic in term 2 A record of vaccination will be kept by the Area Health service and a copy will be provided to the vaccinated student for their records. Please understand that if you do not have your child immunised in the Year (eg. Year 7 - 9) that is offered by North Coast Public Area Health, you can then access this vaccine at a later stage at your General Practitioner. The cost of the vaccine however will not be covered by this program. Parents/guardians who wish to withdraw their consent for any reason may do so by collecting the form from the College office. Any questions or concerns regarding the vaccinations can be addressed by calling Bernadette Williams at the Public Health Unit on 6620 7503. Bronwyn Shipton Leader of Administration

NO VACCINATIONS WILL BE ADMINISTERED TO STUDENTS WITHOUT A SIGNED CONSENT FORM, VERBAL CONSENT IS NOT SUFFICIENT

YEAR 7- Signed consent forms are to be returned to the Area Health Nurse on Immunisation

Day. Please do not return completed forms prior to this day.

YEAR 11 & 12 ONLY - are asked to please return their forms to the College office by Tuesday, 10th March.

FROM THE LEADER OF CATECHESIS AND SCHOOL EVANGELISATION Project Compassion Project Compassion is very much a part of our college Lenten journey. This year the theme of Project Compassion is “Food for Life”. As we begin this time of Lent, let us be mindful that this is our opportunity, in the words of Pope Francis, “to satisfy the demands of justice, fairness and respect for every human being.

This week Jenni Miller from Caritas Australia spoke to the entire college community, thanking us for the tremendous amount of money raised last year and encouraging us to continue with all our great fundraising initiatives. She spoke about what a difference the money we raise makes to peoples lives, in developing countries.

Project Compassion provides us with a simple and easy way to combat poverty in some of the poorest areas of the world. This year we encourage each PC to decide on a goal to strive for, whether it be buying chickens for a village in Fiji or allowing clean running water in Nepal.

Remember, Project Compassion isn’t just a fundraiser, it is an invite to show compassion throughout every aspect of life and in every corner of our world. The most simple of actions can change the world, showing love and compassion is one of the most effective ways.

St Joseph’s Regional College will be providing the musicians, readers and other parts of the mass on Sunday, 1st March. We would love to see a great representation of students and family members join us in this celebration. Nora Swain

Leader of Catechesis and School Evangelisation

Your invited to

St Agnes Parish Youth and Family Mass

Sunday, 1st March 2015

at 5.00pm

NEWS FROM THE LEADER OF ENGLISH

NEWS FROM THE LEADER OF HSIE Camp Gallipoli As part of special commemorations this year for the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli Campaign the SAPSS Colleges (St Joseph’s Regional College, Mackillop College and Newman College) are organising a bus load of Year 11 and 12 students to attend a special ANZAC commemoration called Camp Gallipoli. This unique event is occurring simultaneously at various locations across the country.

The purpose of the event is to provide an opportunity for our youth to support ANZAC Day as participants rather than spectators. The venue our Colleges will be attending is Centennial Park in Sydney. It is a two day event starting at 3.00pm on the 24th April and finishing on 25th April. There will be entertainment (Jon Stevens and Mahlia Barnes, Imogen Clark), special guests, movies, documentaries, great food options and a very special Dawn Service on ANZAC Day itself.

This is a swag only event and students will be required to sleep at the venue. The event schedule is outlined below:

Saturday, 24th April 2015 Saturday, 25th April 2015

• 3.00pm Camp Ground Opens • 5.30am Dawn Service

• 4.00pm Support Artist • 6.30am Breakfast

• 5.00pm Documentaries • 8.00am Campground closed

• 6.00pm Light Horse Procession

• 6.30pm ANZAC Flame

• 6.40pm Dinner

• 8.00pm Main Artist

• 9.00pm Movie Screening

The cost for the event is $150 which includes transport, entry, entertainment and meals while at the venue.

Senior students have been given the information, permission and medical note. If you are genuinely interested in attending this event, return the permission note and information pertaining to your medical information to the College office by the due date. There are only 17 places so you need to be quick. For more information see the Camp Gallipoli website www.campgallipoli.com.au Camp organisers Jason Warneken Andrew Evans David Flannery St Joseph’s Regional MacKillop Newman College Year 7 History Club has returned on Wednesdays

The History Club is an extra-curricular activity offered to Year 7 students who would like to learn more about history and get involved in making historical models.

Our current project is painting and making a 1/32 scale Roman Bireme ship with 63 crewmen and over 600 parts. (see picture). It is free to join the History club, all paint, brushes and models are provided. Students will be taught the various skills to make models – all you need is patience and a way home.

History Club is after school on Wednesdays from 3.30pm until 5.00pm, students must make sure that they can make it home after this time.

Students do not have to commit to every Wednesday; please let Mr West know if you will not be there. Why not come along and see what it is like. No problems if you decide it is not for you.

Gordon West Teacher of HSIE

LIBRARY NEWS

E-Books St Joseph’s Regional College Library has two e-book platforms catering for recreational and wide reading. Students use the Wheeler’s app, and / or the Overdrive app to access these libraries. Authentication with Overdrive is with the student’s library card number, and with Wheeler’s, it’s the student email address. Year 7 classes will be orientated to these apps and platforms during Weeks 6 and 7.

2014 Overdues- Billing to College Account All outstanding library books from 2014 have now been billed to your College account. If you find a billed resource, please send it in with a copy of your receipt so that a refund can be arranged. Thank you all for your cooperation in this matter. Sign-out Procedure If a student departs the College, they must collect a sign-out sheet from the College office. One requirement of every student is that they return all textbooks and Library books to the Library, and it is the student’s responsibility to check classroom cupboards, not the teachers, or Library staff. Many thanks to all those who complete this requirement promptly. Like us on FaceBook – St Joseph’s Regional College Library.

Follow us on Twitter – @sjrcexchange

Follow us on Instagram @sjrcexchange Karen Bale Teacher Librarian

HOMEWORK HUB

The Library is a great place for students to complete class work and assessment tasks. All Library resources are available for use during this time. The hours are: Monday and Wednesday 3.15pm - 4.30pm

Tuesday and Thursday 3.15pm - 5.00pm Friday 3.15pm - 4.00pm

The Homework Hub is for people who are "getting things done".

Just a reminder that the homework hub is only for homework or study. The homework hub is not a place for students to socialise, wait for buses or play with iPads. Students not involved in productive school work will be asked to leave the homework hub.

Damian Bennie Leader of Curriculum

CAREERS

CHANGES TO TAX FILE NUMBER APPLICATION PROCEDURE

The Secondary Schools Tax File Number (TFN) Program has not continued beyond 31st December 2014. This means that the College will no longer be able to process applications. The new application method is outlined below.

How students can apply for a TFN from 1 January 2015: Students apply for a TFN online and have their identity verified through an interview at a participating Australia Post office.

Applying online is the fastest and most convenient way for students to get a TFN. More information on applying online can be found at ato.gov.au by searching for 'QC27248'

Students who are unable to visit a participating Australia Post office will need to complete the application form Tax file number - application or enquiry for individuals form (NAT 1432). More information about lodging this form can be found at ato.gov.au by searching for 'QC22604'

If you require any further information you can phone The ATO on 1300 130 282 between 8:00am and 5:00pm Monday to Friday.

SJRC Port Careers- Moodle – Careers - Always updated with important documents for work experience and university information. Parents can access this information via their child’s login.

Reminder: Students and Parents in Years 10, 11 & 12 will be emailed weekly newsletters regarding Career options. Please ensure the College has your correct email recorded.

Next week’s Careers Calendar

Karen Bale & Leanne Tinsey, Leaders of Careers and University Transition

SECONDHAND UNIFORM SHOP

LOST PROPERTY Students who have lost items are required to log the details on the College “Moodle” web page. Mrs Carol Avery coordinates our lost property and will endeavour to get items back to students as soon as possible.

Please ensure all uniform items are clearly labelled with name and PC class, especially hats.

CANTEEN NEWS

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED- The College canteen is in need of some extra help. If you would like to help on any day during the week between 9.30am-1.30pm (or even just a couple of hours in the middle of the day) please phone Mrs Jo Farthing at the College Canteen on 5525 4100.

Term 1, Week 6 Monday Help Please! Tuesday Help Please! Wednesday Help Please! Thursday Help Please! Friday Michelle Cramp

ATTENDANCE REMINDER A reminder to all parents, notes must be in within 7 days of your child's absence or the absence will be reported on your child's report as UNEXPLAINED. Students who have more than 15 days leave in a year must have supporting documentation from a doctor or make written application to the Assistant Principal. This may also require an interview with the Principal or Assistant Principal.

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PARENTS / GUARDIANS EXPLANATION FOR PUPIL’S ABSENCE

PUPIL’S NAME _______________________________________Year__________ PC ________

DATE(S) OF ABSENCE _________________________________________________________

REASON FOR ABSENCE ________________________________________________________

PARENT / GUARDIAN SIGNATURE ________________________________ DATE __________

*Failure to have an absence explained within 7 days of returning to school MUST, BY LAW, be recorded and reported as UNEXPLAINED ABSENCE.

St Joseph’s Regional College Second-hand Uniform Shop

Mrs Carol Avery is available to assist you with second-hand uniform purchases on:

Wednesday from 2.45pm – 3.45pm

Please go to the College office where our friendly office ladies will direct you to Carol.

DONATIONS WELCOME

URGENTLY NEEDED ALL SIZES IN JUNIOR UNIFORMS

Just a reminder to any current Year 12 students that may like to donate their uniforms to the Second-hand Uniform Shop, this would be greatly appreciated. Please drop any uniforms into the

front office.

COMMUNITY NEWS

WAUCHOPE THUNDER JUNIOR RUGBY – registrations will be held at Andrews Park from 5.00pm – 6.00pm on Friday, 6th March. The club will be fielding an U14s team in the upcoming Friday night Port Junior Rugby comp. For further details contact Peter Daley- 0409 445 701 or Jack Pike 0407 205 994.

CENTRE STAGE THEATRE FACTORY- Registrations still open for dynamic and creative Drama Groups, Vocal Coaching. Music Theatre and Glee Classes. All Abilities Welcome. Classes from just $6. Call Tim, 6581 3409 theatrefactory.com.au facebook.com/CStheatrefactory

VIKINGS RUGBY UNION- For further information contact Craig Smith 0439 810 612 Smithie1971@gmail.com Training: Oxley Oval - Tuesdays and Thursdays 5pm

PORT MACQUARIE PIRATES RUGBY UNION will be holding an U14 & U16 registration evening on Tuesday 3rd March from 5.00pm -6:30pm at our Stuart Park Clubhouse. For more information please contact Ian Wall 0432 405 113.

PORT UNITED FC- Final registration is on Saturday, 28th February at Dixie Park Clubhouse (Hasting River Drive) from 11.00am – 1.00pm. Contact portunitedfx@yahoo.com.au or PortUnited FC (facebook)

BEACH TO BEACH RIVERWALK, CAMDEN HAVEN – join us at the Dunbogan Boat Shed on Sunday, 1st March from 8.00am to 12 noon for a tasty breakfast / brunch. All monies raisedgo to the Beach to Beach Riverwalk- Camden Haven. Further information contact Mary Laing on 0402 659 449

LOST PROPERTY Please contact Mrs Joanne Williams in the College office if you are the owner of either of the pictured items.

The BEGINNING EXPERIENCE: A personal encounter weekend for those who are grieving the loss of a spouse/partner through separation, divorce or death will be held from 15th- 17th May, 2015 at “Arabella Garden Inn Motel” in Wollongbar. It offers participants the opportunity to turn the pain of loss into growth. Bookings are essential and applications close on 1st May 2015. For further details call Judy 66241549, Jan 6624 5175 or 0437 112 031 or visit our website: www.belismore.org.au for more information.

ST AGNES’ PARISH SECONDARY SCHOOLS’ YEAR BOOK The St Agnes’ Parish Secondary Schools Yearbook is a wonderful record of the year that has passed and great to have as a reference well beyond one’s school years. Families who had a son or daughter in Year 12, 2014 are asked to call into the office to collect their year book please. Students in Years 8 have already received their copy. Year books can be purchased through the College office for just $20.00.

PARENT ASSEMBLY NEWS – TERM1 Dear parents, we do hope that all children have settled into their new year well and there are many smiles. We would like to invite you all to our Family Retreat which is happening on the 28/29th March at Grassy head. This is a fun family weekend that is supported by the Diocese and an invitation is extended to all families. Please see flyer attached to newsletter. RSVP by 13th March 2015 please. Please support these events so we can continue to reach out and support our school parents. Thank you Parent Assembly Hastings Macleay Region

SJRC App

Parents, did you know we have our very own College App?

Designed by Phil Nickl in Year 12,

The SJRC App is a convenient way to stay up-to-date with:

College events,

Place a lunch order with the canteen,

Inform the College about your son/daughter's absence and much more.

If you have an iPhone or iPad, search for 'St Joseph's Regional College' in the iTunes Store. Android users, watch this space!. Alternatively, use the link below:

SJRC App for iPhone/iPad

TERM 1

Week 6 Mon 2nd

Mar closing date Northern CCC Golf Trial - Tuncurry Tue 3

rd Mar CCC Girls Cricket Trials - Bankstown

Week 7 Mon 9th

Mar Northern CCC Golf Trials - Tuncurry Wed 11

th Mar Diocesan Swimming Carnival - Kempsey

Thu 12th

Mar closing date Boys CCC Hockey Trials - Broadmeadow

Week 8 Tue 17th

Mar Diocesan Winter Sports Trials - Woodlawn Tue 17

th Mar CCC Baseball Trials - Milperra

Week 9 Mon 23rd

Mar CCC Selection Trials - Broadmeadow Wed 25

th Mar Schools Cup Netball - Yr 7 & 8 Girls - Port Macq

Week 10 Wed 1st

Apr Northern CCC Rugby League Trial - Smithtown Selection at Dio Winter Sport Trial

YEAR 7/8 SCHOOL’S CUP NETBALL SQUAD Congratulations to the following students on your selection in the Year 7/8 School’s Cup Netball Squad.

Jesse Willis Jaymee Clarke

Sophie Newman Mahala Hopwood

Taylah Debreceny Sophie Roberts

Elouise Sprague Brydie Frankland

Megan Camilleri Ebony Williams

Sophie Marchingo Ashleigh Woodbury

Amelia Stennett Gabbi Foster

Georgia Smith Olivia Coram

Caitlyn Rogers Abbie Trotter

Sarah Litjens After a few training sessions we will divide into the two teams for the carnival THE NEXT TRAINING WILL BE THURSDAY LUNCH TIME THIS WEEK (26TH FEB). Squad members are expected to attend all trainings or may risk being replaced by a shadow player. SCHOOL’S CUP COMPETITION IS ON WEDNESDAY OF WEEK 9, 25TH MARCH. PLEASE LET US KNOW ASAP IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT. Thank you once again to all girls who trialled, you made our job very difficult. COACHES: Ms Donna Hamlin and Miss Laura Gilbert

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SPORT

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