We Need to Support Our Future Female Leaders Now!

What we know is that the world is changing fast. Technology, workplaces, and leadership expectations are evolving. Yet, women remain underrepresented in leadership roles. At Future Female Leaders, we have seen first-hand the positive impact of educating, encouraging, and empowering our female leaders early!

The Facts

1. Only one in five CEOs in Australia are women. (WGEA, 2024-25)
2. Young women are less likely than young men to see themselves as future leaders. (Deloitte, 2024)
3. Confidence, communication, and resilience are among the top three leadership skills employers seek – yet most schools don’t teach the skills directly. (Australian HR Institute, 2023)

That’s why we created the Purposeful Leaders Program – to give young women the head start they deserve and enable them to leap into leadership at school, in life, and in their future careers.

There has never been a more important moment to invest in the leadership of young women. When leadership skills are developed in late adolescence, confidence strengthens, self-belief deepens, and the foundations for a flourishing adulthood are set.

By learning how to communicate clearly, think critically, lead with integrity, and navigate challenges with resilience, young women become equipped to handle life’s complexities and step boldly into the many roles they will hold in the future.

The world needs more strong, grounded, capable female leaders. And that empowerment doesn’t start someday. It starts now.

By the end of the Purposeful Leaders Program, students will:

1. Gain the confidence to lead and speak up.
2. Build communication skills that inspire others.
3. Develop emotional intelligence and resilience.
4. Discover purpose and direction for study and career choices.
5. Strengthen leadership and teamwork foundations.

Ask about our SCHOLARSHIP opportunities as well!

To learn more about this great opportunity, follow the link below:

https://futurefemaleleaders.com.au/purposeful-leaders-program/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email%20marketing

Want to help your child grow up feeling good in their body? Butterfly’s webinar for parents of primary age children provides practical strategies to build body confidence, create positive relationships with food and movement, and know what support is available.    

Date: 17 June 2026 

Time: 7pm – 8.15pm (AEST) 

Via Zoom (time-limited recording available)  

Register: HERE  

Cost: $15pp 

(For info: Full registration link https://events.butterfly.org.au/portal/event/?id=170626_RBBC1751387700&Name=17/06/26%20RBBC 

Our Year 11 student leaders Bridie and Rebecca, accompanied by Mr Williams, recently represented our school at a State Budget Breakfast held at the Albany Convention Centre. The event provided a valuable opportunity to learn about civic leadership and the future of the region. Attendees heard from WA Premier Roger Cook, joined by Minister for Regional Development Stephen Dawson and Minister for the Great Southern Reece Whitby who spoke about key State Budget priorities and upcoming developments across the Great Southern. The students valued the chance to meet community leaders and hear how decisions can support regional communities. The experience reflected our Catholic school’s commitment to forming informed, engaged young people who contribute positively to the common good.

To raise awareness for Project Compassion in Term One, the Junior School were involved in a colouring competition. We had so many entries this year and with everyone doing such a fantastic job, it was very difficult to select our winners.

Winners for 2026 are:

Year 1 - Z'nia

Year 2 - Effie

Year 3 - Havanna

Year 4 - Jaspar

Year 5 - Heze

Year 6 - Keira

Thank you to the students who participated and to Mrs Nash for displaying the work in the Library. We look forward to doing it again in 2027!

Mr Luke Bogoni

Director of Faith and Mission

St Joseph's College is proud to be a multidiverse community with staff, students and families whom come from different countries, speak different languages and practise different faiths.

The data above was originally collated by the College in 2024 and is updated every year. It shows off the richness that we have here in our community which we hope continues to grow in the years to come.

About FACE Kids is back for 2026! Students in Years 4 - 9 can audition for one of seventy-five places available at this action-filled holiday program. Registrations close on May 19th. For more information, scan the QR Code or go to www.aboutfacechoir.com/aboutfacekids.

OPEN DAY – Saturday 23rd May

Northam Parent, Student & Supporters Information Sessions – Monday 25th May

Year 9 & 10 and Year 11 & 12 Parent Information Evening – Wednesday 3rd June

Help your teen take the next step towards their brighter future. Join us on Wednesday 3rd June, 5:30pm – 7:30pm.

There are hundreds of study choices for school leavers. We’re here to help you navigate this exciting chapter in your teen’s life by providing all the information you need to guide them through high school and beyond.

Join us at our free Parent & Supporters Information Evening where we'll cover:

Course options

Understanding ATAR

Application processes

Fees and scholarships

Much more!

Registrations are essential and can be made by selecting your session via the links below:

Year 9 & 10 session

Year 11 & 12 session

ALBANY PARENTS & EDUCATORS: We are delighted to bring you not one, but TWO FREE workshops in June - supported by Parenting Connection WA and Act, Belong, Commit!!

The flyer for both workshops is attached.

If you are a teacher or principal - you may wish to share this awesome opportunity with your parent community.

WORKSHOP 1: Yes! You CAN Manage Your Child's Behaviour - in the moment (AND... promotion of positive, beneficial behaviour as a prevention - using natural, holistic, science-based techniques).

FOR: Parents & Educators of kids & teens aged 3 - 18.

WHEN: 12.30 - 2.30pm before school pick-up, Wed 3rd June.

WORKSHOP 2: Happy, Healthy, Smart ZUMBA Dance Fitness + Wellbeing Workshop (fitness, fun, high-energy music, coordination, family connection & powerful learning about how to be happy, healthy & smart)

FOR: Children aged 5-12 years old, WITH their Parents - TOGETHER.

WHEN: 3.30pm - 4.30pm after school, Wed 3rd June.

Both are on the same afternoon @ The Child & Parent Centre, Lockyer.

REGISTRATIONS are ESSENTIAL: www.abovebeyondeducation.com/albany

Come to both workshops - or select only one; it's up to you.

FREE thanks to Parenting Connection WA

TAUGHT BY: Tammy-Anne (Teacher, Social-Emotional Learning expert, Educational Neuroscience specialist, TEDx speaker) and Todd (Mindfulness, Music & Meditation facilitator).

Supported by Act, Belong, Commit.

SJCA vs Denmark on Wednesday the 3rd June at 4.30pm

This special edition features an exciting lineup of emerging Australian artists, headlined by Darcie Haven – fresh off a #2 ARIA-charting EP and sold-out national tour. Joining her is Perth indie-pop artist Newport, alongside WA acts Shorehaven and Navy June, and local legends Freak Maestro.

Young people can expect:

1. A safe and supervised all ages event
2. A live music experience in Albany Town Hall
3. An alcohol-free bar and inclusive atmosphere (with a chill out zone run by Wanslea/Uplyft)
4. A chance to discover some of Australia’s most exciting emerging artists

The event aims to create more accessible entertainment options for young people locally, while also supporting youth engagement in arts and culture. I’d greatly appreciate any support you can offer in helping spread the word to students and families through your usual channels (newsletters, notices, socials, student bulletins, etc.).

Event details:

Albany Town Hall

Saturday June 13, 2026

Doors at 4:30pm

Show starts at 5pm

Tickets: https://albany-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_757acf96becb4be1906eb6c6304221f5

2027 VETDSS Offering Overview

Great Southern Aboriginal Health Service and Southern Aboriginal Corporation are hosting the 2026 Stolen Generations Symposium on National Sorry Day Tuesday 26 May. 

This is an important event for truth telling and healing.