St Joseph's School Hectorville in Adelaide, South Australia | Primary School

St Joseph's School Hectorville

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8115 7700

Address: 30 Montacute Road, Hectorville 5073 Adelaide, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.sjh.catholic.edu.au/

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18.05.2022 Term 2 Playgroup is up & running! It was lovely to welcome so many new and familiar faces to the program last week. We look forward to having you again this Thursday with our amazing Playgroup Facilitator, Stella Maronese. Bookings via the QKR App. Stay connected and involved with the program via our new private Facebook group here: www.facebook.com/groups/710106240240747... [email protected] #SJHPLAYGROUP

15.05.2022 Building Development Update The works are well underway and if you have been down North Street you would have noticed all the activity happening on site. We are also excited to announce that we will be restoring and refurbishing the old Chapel. We have temporary fencing that has gone up around the site and ready for works to start in the near future ... #SchoolDevelopment #InvestingInEducation

11.05.2022 As #CatholicEducationWeek comes to an end, we want to wrap the week up by thanking our families and extended #SJHCommunity for your contributions to our school community. A Catholic Education is really something special, and providing this life-changing education to your child/ren is something we can only THANK you for (and they will too one day) Thank you for making our community the close-knit, supportive and uplifting community we have here today and allowing your child,... and our students with opportunities to flourish Pictured: Student Voice awarding our Leaders with a Certificate of Appreciation. #RaisingHeartsAndMinds #LoveMyCatholicSchool

09.05.2022 Whilst all of our students transitioned to the school winter uniform, our Year 6 students were also proud to receive their senior leadership jumpers Our school uniform plays an important part in creating a sense of identity, and similarly, the leadership jumpers symbolise not only the final year of Primary School for these students, but also the important role they take on as Student Leaders #StudentLeaders

21.04.2022 As part of Catholic Education Week, we’re encouraging our students and families to join us in saying 'THANK YOU' to all our special staff and teachers for their hard work, support, and care! Our Student Voice Representatives visited our Admin Team to thank them personally with a Certificate of Appreciation: "for playing a vital role in supporting smooth and efficient operations of our school day to day." Business Manager - Mrs Robyn Allen (pictured left)... Accounts Receivable & ESO - Mrs Stella Maronese (pictured centre) Enrolments Officer - Mrs Sandra Fenwick (pictured right) Payroll/Purchasing Officer - Mrs Carol Formato WHS Coordinator - Tania Carosi Student Learning Coordinator - Pia Anibaldi Please share or leave your thank you comments below #RaisingHeartsAndMinds #LoveMyCatholicSchool

08.04.2022 Cross Country Last Friday, students from Years 4 and 5 travelled to The Foxfield Oval in Athelstone to compete in the Torrens River SAPSASA District Cross Country Carnival. Our students performed well and competed hard in every race. Special congratulations goes to James.N (U10) and Jessica.D (U12) who both finished as runners up in their age group and were selected to represent South Australia. Elijah.N (5th) and Alyssia.R (6th) were also selected. Antoni.D (U10) finis...hed 10th in his age group and qualified as a reserve #SJHSPORT School Sport SA

25.01.2022 Discovering dinosaurs and fossils Young paleontologists and students at St Joseph's, learnt about prehistoric life at the Life Long Ago incursion. In large sandboxes, students rummaged through to find and then dust off, dinosaur fossils from some of the most iconic dinosaurs of the past: Tyrannosaurus Rex, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops ... Students got to learn more about each dinosaur including where they lived, where they came from and what they ate.

23.01.2022 Bridge building for STEM! In this activity our Year 3/4 students were challenged to build a bridge that could support the weight of Sphero. The students were only given 20 pieces of paper (or less) and sticky tape to ensure the bridge was stable enough to allow the Sphere to roll through.... After experimenting with different designs, student were able to create a bridge that could successfully execute the task

21.01.2022 This week our Preschool children were proud to accept a certificate of congratulations to celebrate their education milestone for finishing Preschool! It is most important to give children a sense of accomplishment and pride for their efforts, especially for important milestones like these - Well done to all! Having already started their transition to school, the children feel assured of the new journey ahead, even a little bit excited too!... As Dr. Seuss would say... "You're off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!"

21.01.2022 Please help! Every child deserves to feel loved at Christmas. St Vincent de Paul's are collecting and contributing food and drink items for families in need, as well as gift donations for children this Christmas ... To help: take a greeting tag from our Christmas Tree in the Front Office. Read who the gift is for and donate something that would be suitable for the given gender and age-group. Please do not wrap the gift, return it with the tag attached and place it under the tree for easy allocation (we will wrap it) In advance, we thank you for your kindness and generosity! #SJHcommunity #LetsStickTogether Catholic Education South Australia

21.01.2022 Look and learn We all notice when our child has done a beautiful hand-painted painting, but there is more to discover.. Painting actually helps children to communicate their emotions and/or feelings. By using different colours, they can express how they feel without the use of words ... Pictured: 2020 Reception students

20.01.2022 Come dressed in your favourite clothes for Casual Clothes Day tomorrow! We are raising money for @VinniesAU who support people experiencing poverty and inequality. Our fundraising efforts will contribute to creating a more just and compassionate society You can also get involved by contributing food and drink items to a family in need, or by buying a gift for a child in need. Please donate via the Front Office.

17.01.2022 Being safe and doing the right thing! Amongst recent community efforts to take on the rollercoaster of what was this past week, students in Year 3/4 have realised the important role communication plays in keeping the public safe. As part of a new Digital Technologies unit, students grouped together to create and deliver ads that would portray different safety messages. Topics like Cyber Safety and Water Safety, as pictured in progress, would educate viewers on how they too ...can keep safe. Students have started filming there ads, using the green-screen to edit in different background themes and effect Stay tuned for more and #StaySafe Catholic Education South Australia

17.01.2022 As you walk through our new Arts Centre, the sound of music and students singing along to it, fills your heart with warmth Take a listen to the sweet voices of our Year 5 choir and see how music makes them feel happier, healthier and even more creative. FACT: There is actually mounting research that demonstrates the benefits of community singing. For us, it strengthens the feeling of togetherness

16.01.2022 We've almost arrived at that time of the year, where our graduating Year 6 students Primary education comes to an end! A group of our Year 6 girls have been working hard, giving up their lunch breaks to put a special performance together for graduation: take a sneak peek of them practicing

15.01.2022 As 2021 marks a new beginning, it also marks the end for some of our beloved staff members time here at St Joseph's We want to take this opportunity to say thank you and congratulations on a job well done! St Joseph's has been lucky to have you and we are so grateful for your contributions Special mentions to @CatholicEducationSA long-service employees:... - Barb Cornwell for 47 years - Anna De Tullio for 42 years - Jill Hitch for 42 years Best wishes and farewell to all

14.01.2022 Exploring the world around us As part of Year 2 Science, students were asked to investigate different objects in the classroom that can be moved though a push or pull action. By exploring the environment around them, children develop an inquisitive nature and build upon their investigative skills ... Encourage your child to explore more and make predictions about what they might find or observe!

12.01.2022 Entrepreneurs in the making Our Year 5 students put their leadership skills to practice, demonstrating to Reception children, how to make an iMovie trailer on an iPad. Together, students captured new video content to create their very own motion-visual. ... Using the video editing application, students then edited the content to: crop and zoom, split a clip, add & detach audio, add transitions and even remove background/backdrops. Good job to our leaders and listeners #EngageYourLearning Catholic Education South Australia

11.01.2022 Letting young mind's flourish at every opportunity Children are naturally curious about most things in life and letting them be curious means they can explore, discover and learn more things first-hand. A recent art activity had our students use their creative flare to make a curious creature out of different crafts ... Check out what they came up with! #CreativeKids #IgniteYourPassion

08.01.2022 With the announcement that restrictions are easing in South Australia, we are glad to announce that our school will reopen on Monday as per usual Your child's learning and wellbeing are always our number one priority. We will continue to provide quality education without compromise on anyones health or safety. Stay #CovidSafe and remember to follow Covid-19 Safety Plans to keep yourself and others around you protected ... Keep up to date: www.cesa.catholic.edu.au/news/alerts

07.01.2022 Was your child in the Catholic Schools Music Festival 2020? The concert video is now LIVE and online for our #SJHcommunity to watch! Please request login details via DM or the Front Office to access the video here: www.musicfestival.cesa.catholic.edu.au/news... Congratulations to all students and staff involved. We are SO proud of your efforts @CatholicSchoolsMusicFestival

07.01.2022 This week our Preschool children were proud to accept a Certificate of Congratulations to celebrate their education milestone for finishing Preschool! It is most important to give children a sense of accomplishment and pride for their efforts, especially for important milestones like these - Well done to all! Having already started their transition to school, the children feel assured of the new journey ahead, even a little bit excited too!... As Dr. Seuss would say... "You're off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!"

07.01.2022 School's almost back, have you booked in for 'Meet the Teachers' day? On Thursday the 21st, school will be open from 8:30am to 4:30pm for 10 minute conversations between parents, students and teachers. These conversations are a great opportunity to share with the teacher your child’s interests, strengths, needs and future goals.... We believe it is important to build a strong family and teacher partnership to support children's learning Please make a booking online by January 18 using the Parent Teacher portal: https://bookings.parentteacheronline.com.au/?school=xme4v For more information: www.sjh.catholic.edu.au/news-events?newsItem=26091

04.01.2022 Did you know... Children achieve better outcomes from their education when schools, families and the community work together to support children’s learning Form an early partnership with your child's teacher by booking an appointment for 'Meet the Teachers' day on Thursday 21st of January!... Today is the last day to book (5pm): https://bookings.parentteacheronline.com.au/?school=xme4v More details: www.sjh.catholic.edu.au/news-events?newsItem=26091 Look forward to seeing you then! Pictured: Liz Thomas, Principal

04.01.2022 With the school year coming to an end, now is a great time to look back and reflect on our students' learning achievements. One of the highlights for Italian this term was learning about the history of the popular sport 'Bocce' Did you know... Bocce is played in more countries than any other ball game, with the exception of soccer! ... Students learnt how to play the ball game and as leaders of the school, taught our younger students too.

03.01.2022 Children's University Graduates of 2020 It is with great news that we share to you our students who have completed the required hours to graduate to the next level in the Children's University Program. This year it was incredibly challenging for students, with many of their usual external activities suspended. However, we were pleased to see how resourceful they were, seeking external learning from a variety of new places. Students accessed the Children's University online ...portal for activities weekly and even used their special family-time to develop learning experiences. This year, the usual graduation ceremony won't be going ahead, but we will be celebrating the student's achievements at school today Well done to all!

02.01.2022 Today all of the St Joseph's staff and students formed a ‘Guard of Honour’ to farewell our amazing 2020 Year 6 Graduates! Our Year 6 teachers say "It has been a pleasure to say the least". We know that each and every one of you is well prepared for secondary school and we trust that you all reach your full potential Farewell and congratulations

02.01.2022 Welcome back! We are proud to be part of such a united state, and more closely, our #SJHcommunity - Well done to all! We'd like to keep the positives rolling this Monday morning, recognising the generosity of Year 3/4 student, Nooraya and her family. They donated $1000 to purchase Lexile book for our Library ... Lexile books connect children with a book that matches their reading level and provides the right amount of challenge! A BIG Thank you!

02.01.2022 Want to be part of learning beyond the classroom? Children's University Adelaide offers educational experiences for children aged 5-14 to nurture successful, independent learners. Take a look at our brilliant team of graduates from last year They were recognise for their achievements with an award, certificate and even a graduation! ... These students developed resilience, optimism and confidence in these self-directed learning opportunities! @ChildrensUniversityAdelaide #CUA

01.01.2022 A BIG congratulations to our Year 6 student Jessie, who has been named SJH Athlete of the Year 2020 Jessie is a dedicated and committed athlete who shows leadership and good sportspersonship. She has represented our school in many carnivals including soccer and netball Thank you for your outstanding service to our community

01.01.2022 Today was not only the last day of school, but also the last day of an education milestone for our Year 6 graduates. It's true what they say, time flies, but we know that the incredible memories made here at St Joseph's will be forever cherished We wish you congratulations on your well-deserved success. Never stop growing, exploring, learning and challenging yourself! ... #SJHgraduates #SJHcommunity

01.01.2022 'We're Stuck' Is the name of a book by Sue DeGennaro that was part of the shortlist for the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Awards! Students in Year 1 met up with their older year level buddies to read the book, and together, make birthday hats like in the story! ... The story is about a Turtle that needs to get to the shop. It is important that he isn’t late. When he races into the lift of Building 24 with all the busy people, there is a nod and a blink and a step to the side. A grunt and a sigh and a lean to the right. But what happens when the lift stops moving? Crocodile has a meeting to get to. And Giraffe has a doctor’s appointment. And Turtle really, really needs to get to the shop You might like to listen to the story at home here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWSpwOV3wBA