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MESSAGE FROM THE LEADERSHIP TEAM
de Vialar Day
This week we celebrated the feast day of St Emilie de Vialar with a whole school assembly followed by activities and food stalls at both campuses. Thank you to those who contributed a gold coin on the day – all proceeds go to the Archbishop’s LifeLink Appeal. Congratulations to the winners of the Vialar House Awards – Ruby Smith, Rowan Sheen and Indigo Cleveland from Primary and Riley Crumblish, Riley Fitzgerald and Tayah Joy from Secondary.
Mia Wherrett (Year 11) has been selected to represent Western Australia in the 2025 Swimming 13-19 Championship. This team will be competing at the School Sport Australia National Championships in Brisbane, QLD from 26 July - 31 July 2025. Well done Mia and we wish her all the very best for the upcoming competitiion!
End of Term Items
- Semester 1 Reports – these will be released through SEQTA Engage on Thursday 3 July. If you are unable to access SEQTA please contact the school admin and they will help you to log in. There will be some changes to the Primary report format which Primary parents will be informed of in a separate email.
- Parent Teacher Interviews – These will take place on Monday 21 July, throughout the day as it is a pupil free day. An email with instructions to log in and book an appointment will be sent out early next week. It is important, no matter what age your child is, that you try to connect with their teachers.
- Founders Week: Week 10 - This is always an exciting week where we come together as a whole school for Mass on Monday morning and then for the whole day on Friday. Camino walks, excursions and incursions have all been planned to take place during the week so it is important that you are aware of the timetable which will be emailed out next week and can also be found on our school website. Please note that this is not an optional week, students are expected to be at school.
The WA Student Assistance Payment helps parents and carers with the cost-of-living pressures associated with sending their children to school.
The second round of the payment is now open, with claim submissions available through the ServiceWA app.
All Western Australian school students in Kindergarten to Year 12, with a valid WA student number (WASN), are eligible for this cost-of-living payment.
You can claim $250 for each secondary student and $150 for students attending primary school or Kindergarten.
To claim the payments, parents and carers are encouraged to set up a ServiceWA account. More information is available at wa.gov.au/servicewaapp
All claims must be received by Friday 4 July 2025.
Eligibility
Eligible students must be enrolled in Kindergarten to Year 12 at a Western Australian public school, non-government school or registered for home education, and have a valid WASN.
How to Claim
Submit your claim through ServiceWA.
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Employment Opportunities
Advertisements – We are currently looking for the following positions. Please see the website for more details and share with your wider community.
- Fulltime Grounds person/Bus driver
- English/HASS secondary teacher
Events in the Next Week: Week 9
| Friday | June 20 | Year 4 Zoo Excursion - CANCELLED |
| Saturday | June 21 | |
| Sunday | June 22 | |
| Monday | June 23 | ASDAN Excursion 9.00am-3.10pm |
| Tuesday | June 24 | |
| Wednesday | June 25 | |
| Thursday | June 26 | Year 3 Liturgy Year 2 Whiteman Park Excursion: 8.45am-3.30pm Marist Youth Ministry Night at Newman College |
Term 2 Dates for your Diary
| Friday | June 27 | Year 1 Zoo Excursion 7.45am-2.40pm |
| Week 10 | Jun 30-Jul 4 | Founders' Week |
| Monday | June 30 | Whole School Mass 9.00am @ Primary Year 5 Retreat Year 6 Camino 9.00am - 2.30pm Year 7 Camino 10.10am - 5.00pm Year 10 Cemetery Clean-up Year 11 & 12 Tenancy Presentation |
| Tuesday | July 1 | Year 6 Retreat Year 8 Camino 9.00am-5.30pm Year 9 Retreat Year 11 MaJEC Day |
| Wednesday | July 2 | Year 8 Retreat Year 10 Camino 9.00am - 6.00pm |
| Thursday | July 3 |
Year 7 Encounter |
| Friday | July 4 | Whole School Assembly 9.10am @ Primary Term 2 concludes |
Sacramental Programs
If you would like your child to participate in the Sacramental Programs this year please complete the form attached to the image below and return it to the school addressed to Mrs Kathy Pollard along with the registration fee (cash please) , thank you.
If you have any queries regarding the Sacramental Programs or if you would like to begin the process with a Baptism, please contact Kathy Pollard at kathy.pollard@cewa.edu.au.
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Upcoming Events at Primary
Pre-Primary Classes
Recently our Pre-Primary students had a wild time exploring Caversham Wildlife Park! From feeding kangaroos to meeting a wombat, cuddling koalas and spotting snakes, it was a day full of excitement, learning, and hands-on animal encounters. The excursion supported our learning about the needs of animals and the habitats they live in, helping students make real-world connections to the classroom. A big thank you to our parent helpers for making the day so special!
Booking link: https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code/bwfau
Event code: bwfau
Upcoming Events at Secondary
West Coast Fever Cup:
On Thursday 15 May, 115 students attended the WCF Netball Carnival at the REC Centre. All students participated well, represented the school proudly and encouraged their peers on. Thank you to all the team helpers, parents, umpires, coaches and volunteers who made the day possible! Our Year 10 girls came away with a grand final win and the Year 11/12 girls runner ups! The lower school Year 7 and 8 teams finished 2nd and 3rd on the ladder respectively. The mixed boys teams from Year 7-10 showed some talent and the Year 9/10 girls and 11/12 boys fought hard all day. Well done everyone!
ACC Cross Country:
Twenty-two students attended the ACC Cross Country and tried their hardest in chilly, windy conditions. All students were an asset to the school. Special mention to Brayden Sibley who was our fastest runner, coming 57th out of hundreds of competitors in the Under 19 age group.
Year 11/12 Lake Leschenaultia Outdoor Ed Camp:
On May 15 and 16, the Year 11 and Year 12 Outdoor Education General Students participated in a mountain biking expedition. They left bright and early from Clackline and rode along the Kep Track for approximately 40km before making camp at Lake Leschenaultia. The ride was not without its challenges and a couple of students needed some first aid for some scrapes and bruises, but these students soldiered on gallantly. The evening involved cooking food on camp stoves and sleeping in tents, all of which needed to be packed in their backpacks. The meals varied in quality and complexity from 2-minute noodles to steak sandwiches. The following day the students broke camp and continued their journey, hoping to finish at Bellevue. The ride had to be cut short at John Forrest National Park due to a few factors, but credit to the students in how they represented themselves and the school. Special mention should go to the Year 12's who led the expedition and showed excellent leadership skills.
Year 10 Sport Science Fitness Testing:
The Year 10 Sport Science class have been learning about the components of fitness and how to measure their fitness levels. They completed a variety of fitness tests and have now created a circuit to help improve their fitness levels.
Year 9 & 10 Outdoor Ed:
The Year 9 Outdoor Ed class have been learning about orienteering by competing in an orienteering course at school, as well as travelling to the Avonwell Scout site to search for controls and work on their map skills. They are also beginning to learn how to use a compass to find bearings and locate controls. Well done to the winning team of Xavier Ross, Toby Della and Ben Gorman who found the most controls in our class competition. The Year 10 Outdoor Ed class have continued with mountain biking this term. They have been venturing further up the Kep track and enjoyed riding down some large hills and navigating rocks and gravel on the way down.
Year 9/10 Sport and Rec:
Students have been planning and coaching AFL lessons with their peers as participants. It's been a big learning curve organising engaging warm-ups, skill practices and drills, and students have shown great leadership and skill as beginner coaches. Well done!
Athletics in PE:
All Year 7-10 students have begun Athletics in PE for the next 6 weeks. They will be jumping, throwing and running in preparation for the Interhouse Athletics carnival in week 3 next term. Students are competing in class competitions to aim for gold, silver and bronze points for their efforts in these events in-class. Pre-carnival events such as 400m, 800m and 1500m will be completed prior to the carnival.
Keys for Life ISP:
All Year 10 students have been participating in Keys for Life during ISP time in Term 2. The students have been learning road safety awareness, road rules and how to give way at intersections. They are working hard towards passing their theory test to get their L plates when they turn 16! Keep up the excellent work!
AFL ISP:
On Wednesday 18 June, a team of our Year 8 and 9 students competed in the Eagles School Boys Cup. They played against Northam SHS and a combined team from York, Quairading and Beverley at Henry Street Oval. Our boys have been training hard during Friday's ISP time with their coach, Cameron Watson. We congratulate them for their effort both in the lead up and on the day!
Netball ISP:
On Fridays over 30 students have regularly participated in the netball ISP. Students freely share the positions including umpiring and scoring. This week we will see a clash of the sexes with a special competition of boys verse girls with chocolates going to the winning team.
In addition to the general tour, the students looked in depth at aspects of aviation linked to WWII and the modern era. The students heard many stories about the impact aviation during wartime, peacekeeping and various other operations relating to Australian aircraft and personnel such as the Avro Lancaster and C-47 Dakota. Post-WW2 the students looked at the roles played by the General Electric Canberra, de Havilland Vampire and Bell Iroquois, better known as Huey during periods of time such as the Vietnam war era and through training and support during a period of National service.
The students got to view many exhibits, check out jet engines and cockpits, including those of the FA-18 Hornet and Tornado fighter jets. Overall, a tremendous experience that sparked much discussion and one where the students not only gained a direct insight into specific aircraft, but developed a greater awareness of events Australia has had a vital role in internationally over the last eighty years.
Mark Gargano
Science Head of Learning Area
The Uniform Shop days for in-term appointments this year have changed to Monday & Wednesdays.
**PLEASE REMEMBER!**
All 'old' uniform, or combinations of old and new uniform items, can be worn until the end of the 2026 school year.
- Year 6 Leavers Shirts - have arrived!! They were given to both Year 6 classes Wednesday of week 8, and most students quickly changed into them! Teachers will advise students and families of what days they can wear the shirts. Thanks everyone for your patience!
- Sports Uniform - this can be purchased from the uniform shop, via the CDFPay app. We still have stock of the older style house shirts available for sale in various sizes. Please note that the incoming tracksuit pants will have the school’s name on the upper left thigh. We will phase in the new as we sell out of the previous stock..
- Size 12 blue (Year 3-10) relaxed shirts: are out of stock and unavailable until mid-August!
- Size 12 white (Year 11-12) relaxed shirts: are out of stock and unavailable until mid-August!
- Size 12 navy elastic back shorts: are out of stock and unavailable until mid-August!
From time of ordering, orders will take around a week to make it home via your child's classroom / homeroom baskets. Thank you for your patience.
* Stock is running low on some of the 'old' uniform items, and we have sold out on a few. As previously advised, we will not be reordering any more of the old uniform.
Now available in the uniform shop via the CDF Pay App:
- Pre-Primary - Year 2 - Tracksuit Jackets and Tracksuit Pants are now in stock.
- These new jackets are sized smaller than our current tracksuit jackets. As a guide: the NEW size 6 is almost the the same as our OLd style size 4.
- Please remember that the new tracksuit jackets and pants in the navy fleece fabric with white stripes down the sides, are to be worn ONLY by Pre-Primary - Year 2 students.
- Soft-Shell Jackets: Over the next couple of weeks, the youth sizes of jackets should arrive.
- Primary - To make it easier for families, when we have the sizing samples, the jackets will be taken to each class (Years 3 - 6) and every student will have the opportunity be sized. They will then come home with a slip of paper with their recommended jacket size. Parents can then order online if they wish.
- Secondary – Once the youth sizes of jackets arrive, Year 7’s and new students will have a 'try on session' with Mrs James once we have the sizing samples and will bring home a slip of paper with their name and recommended size if you would like to order. We will err on the bigger side of jackets for longevity.
- LARGER SIZED JACKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE TO ORDER ON THE CDF PAY APP.
- A few things to keep in mind regarding the Soft-Shell Jackets:
- The ADULT sized jackets will be available at the uniform shop during appointments
- Please be mindful that initial orders may take up to 3 - 4 weeks from order to delivery, and will be distributed through the homeroom/classroom baskets when we receive them
- Jackets will cost $75.00
- The jackets will be available to order through the CDFPay school app, in the Unisex section (access via the school website)
- Exchange will not be possible at this stage
- There will be no delivery fee for this item
We thank you for your patience and reiterate how grateful we are to Sports Power for their support.
We will update the School's Newsletter and Facebook page when the jackets arrive, so please check both these places regularly for up-to-date uniform shop information.
All caregivers are welcome to attend the meetings and it would be great to have as many people there to help support our school! We have so many great events coming this year, I can’t wait to share it with you!
Parent Year Group Contacts
The P&F will be reinstating Parent Contacts for each year group. These contacts will be in charge of monitoring each year groups Facebook page, coordinating class catch ups and liaising with the P&F about class matters. If you feel this position would suit you please contact me to discuss. If you would like to join your year group's Facebook page please send an email 8605svc_pandf@cewa.edu.au and I can send you the link for your class’s page.
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Both the school and P&F Facebook pages are updated regularly and I encourage everyone to check both pages for up to date information.
P&F Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1764507137145087
School Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/sjsnortham/
St Joseph's School Northam Buy, Sell and Swap 2nd Hand Uniforms & Text Books Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1967136320152007
We also have a great addition with the 'P&F Uniform and Books Sale' Facebook page for families wanting to buy/sell uniforms and text books. We also have the individual year Facebook groups: if there are any parents new to your year please add them in!
If anyone has any questions please do not hesitate to reach out! I look forward to working with you all this year!
Casey Pearse
P&F Chair
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If you have any concerns about your child’s health, development, well-being, or childhood vaccinations please contact me through the school office, or through the contact details below.
Aimee Leeson
Clinical Nurse | School Health (Tuesday’s & Wednesday’s)
WA Country Health Service - Wheatbelt
Robinson Street, Northam WA 6401
PO Box 337, Northam WA
P (08) 96901320 M 0400 182 654
| Grandcarers Support Group | Monthly Catch-ups (next June 25) |
'Mental Health for Family and Friends' plus 'Conversation with a Young Person'
School Dental Therapy Centre
SCHOOL DENTAL SERVICE, IT’S TIME TO ENROL!
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Northam Dental Therapy Centre
c/- Northam Primary School (entry via Duke Street)
0458 644 530
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