If your child would like to start music lessons in Term 3, please fill out and return the form linked below.

MusicProgramme2026.pdf

Last week brought us our best Sleep Week yet! It was smiles all around starting with free hot chocolates served by our Peer Support Team Students. This was a Sleep Week first and idea that the Peer Supporters have been asking for, for a number of years. A big shout out to Reuben, Hope, Jack, Sally, Quinn, Henrik, Kelsey, Jandaine, and Felicity for helping with the brew.

Fun was had by all on Pyjama Day. Those who participated were warm, cosy and smiling all day. Donations from the day raised $525 for the Peer Support Team to keep delivering great events like free hot chocolate and prizes for the Sleep Week Kahoot.

On Thursday we had the annual Sleep Week Kahoot. What a turnout of Secondary Students we had! Over 40 students competed for some amazing prizes, from hot chocolate packs to fluffy heat packs and blankets. The best prizes was of course the Unicorn Hooded Blanket selected by Maddi. Congratulations to all of our Sleep Week Kahoot Winners: 1st prizes: Maddi, Abi, Hayley, 2nd prizes: Lachy 3rd Prizes: Jack, Abbie & Fergus.

Thanks again to everyone for supporting this great student led initiative.

Jo Dechief & The Peer Support Team

On Friday the 26th of June students from the College attended an immersion at Rustlers Steakhouse and Grill. From all accounts it was an amazing experience with students very complimentary of the skills they acquired throughout the excursion. Students engaged in a number of barista activities including making hot chocolates and coffees for the local law enforcement. They also enjoyed the luxury provided by a commercial kitchen through the creation of gourmet steak sandwiches which were eagerly devoured. Finally, the event culminated with the Great 'Mop-off', an essential skill for all hospitality workers, with Ms Meuzelaar demonstrating her prowess in the kitchen.

We would like to thank Les and Suzie Palmer for their extreme generosity in opening their business to our students and for providing such an engaging experience. Thanks legends! Thankyou also to Lexy Adamson from SRTAFE for her organisation and Ms Meuzelaar for supervising.

Get your team together and join us for the College Quiz Night on Friday, 31 July, with all proceeds supporting Vinnies.

Tickets are available now from the College Front Office, but be quick as there are only 16 tables available.

Gather a team of 6 to 8 family members or friends and put your knowledge to the test. With rounds covering pop culture, music, science, sport, general knowledge, and much more, there's something for everyone.

There will be plenty of fantastic prizes up for grabs, making it a fun evening while supporting a great cause. Don't miss out. Secure your table today!

Get your team together and join us for the College Quiz Night on Friday, 31 July, with all proceeds supporting Vinnies.

Tickets are available now from the College Front Office, but be quick as there are only 16 tables available.

Gather a team of 6 to 8 family members or friends and put your knowledge to the test. With rounds covering pop culture, music, science, sport, general knowledge, and much more, there's something for everyone.

There will be plenty of fantastic prizes up for grabs, making it a fun evening while supporting a great cause. Don't miss out. Secure your table today!

For sleep week I was invited to speak to Year 5 Blue and both Year 7 classes about sleep science, with some tips for getting a great night sleep, as well as reminding them how much sleep they actually need. If you want to recap what they have learned, please try the QR code to access the presentation.

Sweet dreams!

Jo Dechief

Is your child or young person struggling with school attendance?

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Early intervention to reduce stress & increase resilience helps young people to build their inner strength so they learn to cope with life's everyday challenges. If your child is experiencing difficulty with school attendance, please contact your classroom teacher in the Junior School or the Pastoral Care Team in the Secondary. We are here to support you.

Jo Dechief, BSW

School Social Worker

This term, the Year 4 students have been busy at the Trade Training Centre designing and building their very own land yachts. Over several weeks, we used our Science learning about forces and applied it to a hands-on Design and Technology project.

Today was the exciting testing and evaluation day! Students took their land yachts and Mr Long used the leaf blower to blow our yachts and we measured how far they travelled. We investigated which sail designs worked best and discussed how different shapes and sizes affected the movement of our yachts.

After testing, students carefully evaluated their projects by identifying what worked well and what improvements they would make in the future. It was fantastic to see everyone using their knowledge of forces, problem-solving skills and creativity to create their unique designs.

The project has been a wonderful opportunity to combine Science and Technology learning in a practical way and use our facilities at school. Year 4 students should be very proud of their hard work and teamwork throughout the term.

A big thank you to Mr Long for giving up his time to help make this project such a success. We have learned so much about forces and engineering while having fun building and testing our land yachts!

On Friday the 19th of June, 40 students from Years 3-6 represented the College at the Interschool Cross Country Carnival at Centennial Park. Conditions were perfect for long distance running, with overcast skies and cooler temperatures. The students were outstanding in their behaviour, school spirit and sportsmanship. St Joe's finished in 8th position out of 13 schools, which was a great result. A big congratulations to Jed O'Donnell (Year 5), who finished in 2nd position in his race. Honorable mentions to Max Curnow (Year 3), Mia Dykgraaf (Year 6) and Luke Molenda (Year 6) for finishing in the top 10 for their respective races. Thank you to Mrs. Wright, Max Naughton and Artan Xhindole (Year 9 students) for their help on the day.

We will be recommencing our L&P Plate Program from 1 July. This program provides individuals on their L or P plates the opportunity to complete a one-day First Aid course and receive a First Aid kit for their vehicle. All for free.

Grand Parents raising their Grand children. This group is to provide support and connection for grand carer’s in our region.

Term 3 Poster for Students using TransAlbany School Buses

We are noticing a slight increase in students not paying a Fare or having a Smartrider and also students crossing a road in front of the bus after alighting rather than waiting for the bus to depart.

Please find attached notices to parents and students regarding some Albany School BUs Changes coming into effect from Monday 20th July 2026.

A brief overview is as follows,

1. Route 735 will commence in the AM 2 Minutes later from the Terminus along Bushby Rd in Lower King and will no longer service bus stop number 72784 on Lower King Rd
2. Route 729 will now start earlier from the terminus at 7.56 and will travel the length of Lancaster Rd before turning around at Menang Dr to follow Lancaster Rd and then turn right on McGonnell Rd.
3. Route 736 will now commence from the Terminus at the later time of 7.43 and will no longer travel along Lancaster To the turn around point at Menang Dr.

The City of Albany Events Team is excited to be bringing back the Maritime Festival, with a fantastic program of school holiday activities for local families to enjoy.

Further information can also be found here:

Maritime Movies | Albany Events