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Dear friends of St James Catholic College,
WELCOME BACK
Welcome back to Term 4, 2025.
A SIGNIFICANT MOMENT FOR OUR COLLEGE
To round off their unit on Australian Catholic Identity, the Year 10 Religious Education class hosted Mr Gerard Synnott, a former student of Lourdes Hill Agricultural School, and Br Peter Flint, a Christian Brother. The students asked both men about their recollections of school life in Cygnet and life as a Christian Brother.
Br Flint's presence was of special note as he will be moving to Melbourne very shortly, signifying the last Christian Brother on the island of Tasmania. This is a significant moment for the state and our school, considering what a debt we owe to the Christian Brothers for their work in establishing schools in Tasmania, especially here in Cygnet.
All the best Br Flint, and God Bless you in your move to the Big Island!
STAFF CHANGES FOR TERM 4
After the first three weeks of Term 4, I will be taking renewal leave. During that time we will have a few staff changes; below is a basic outline:
- Mrs Judith Collison will leave to take up an opportunity with a family member's business. Her last day will be on the 16 October.
- Mr Seamus Toman has begun the term as Acting Deputy Principal.
- Miss Maddi Cordwell will be completing her Professional Experience in Year 2 from 13 October until 7 November.
- Mrs Catherine Askey-Doran will be working Monday to Thursday in the Learning Support role with Mrs Jacinta Langley, working with her on Tuesdays.
- Mrs Gillian Ryan is the Secondary Pastoral Care Coordinator.
- Miss Rhiannon Lloyd has joined us to take primary HPE, take over the Year 9 Homeroom, 7B English and take 7G HPE.
- Mr Fred Cheney will take Mr Wayne Neilson’s teaching load for Term 4 as Wayne continues to recover from a car accident he had over the Christmas break.
- Mr Olaf Weerts informed me during the week that due to continuing health issues he has decided to resign his position at St James. Mr Tony Robbie will continue to take Secondary Maths classes and Mrs Kimberly Wadey will take on the Laboratory Technology position until the end of the year.
- Mrs Elizabeth Radnidge will take up the position of Acting Principal from Week 4.
YEAR 10
This week I sent a letter out to Year 10 families about end of the year activities and comittments. The Year 10s last day is on the 4th December with a graduation mass in the morning and the dinner in the evening.
2026 STUDENT LEADERS
Congratulations to Blaze Batchelor, Grace Direen, Aiako Elliot-Halford, Emily Mudge, Emerald O’Toole, Summah Taylor and Evonie Pavletich who are our student leadership team for 2026. Congratulations especially to Emily Mudge and Summah Taylor, who are our new College Captains.
CONFIRMATION
Sacramental preparation for Confirmation starts this week for years 5 and 6 students.
- Workshop 1: 30th Oct 11.10am - 2.30pm
- Workshop 2: 13th Nov 11.10am - 2.30pm
- Confirmation Mass Ranelagh 23rd Nov 9.30am
CORRESPONDENCE FROM ARCHBISHOP IRELAND RE: SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Click here to view the new Safeguarding Commitment Statement from Archbishop Ireland
Joe Sandric
Principal
Important Dates
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Kinder to Year 2 Swimming |
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VET Hospitality Excursion (Risdon Cove) |
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Year 8 Outdoor Experience Class -Sea Country/ Orienteering course (Coningham) |
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SJCC Athletics |
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STCPSSA Athletics Carnival |
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Year 3 to 6 Learn to Swim Program |
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Prep/ Year 8 Outdoor Experience Class - We Love Country (Dru Point) excursion |
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Prep to Year 2 - Fuller’s Bookshop visit |
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Kindergarten 2026 Orientation |
Flames Term 3
At the end of Term 3 our school community gathered to celebrate and recognise student achievements in FLAMES values, attendance, and to farewell the term.
Congratulations to the students from each class who consistently demonstrated our FLAMES values. These students received a certificate and a special choice from the prize box.
We also celebrated those students who have maintained 100% attendance this year to date. The dedication to learning does not go unnoticed.
As we step into Term 4, we look forward to seeing our students continue to shine their light, whether that will be through living our FLAMES values or showing up each and every day, ready to learn.
Primary Students Enjoy Cricket Clinics with Slab Road Cricket Club
Our Primary classes enjoyed action-packed cricket clinics full of fun, learning, and teamwork! We were thrilled to welcome Amalia, Zac, and Chris from Slab Road Cricket Club who ran fantastic sessions that got everyone involved and excited about the game.
As a follow-up, Slab Road Cricket Club is hosting a 'Come and Try Day' for boys and girls aged 5-16 at Cygnet Oval from 4pm-6pm on Thursday October 30th. This is a great opportunity for everyone to give cricket a go in a fun and relaxed environment!
For more information about this upcoming event, please feel free to contact the front office.
Kinder to Year 2 Learn to Swim Program Underway
This week, our Kindergarten to Year 2 students began their Learn to Swim Program at Kingston Pool. The students have shown great enthusiasm and are thoroughly enjoying their lessons. The program will continue until Friday, 31st October.
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Drink Bottles
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Have your childs medical details changed?
A gentle reminder to advise the school if your child's medical details have recently changed. Please contact the College office to ensure your childs details are current.
