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- Principal's Reflection
- Curriculum
- Administration
- Mission
- Pathways
- Student Drivers
- Absentees
- Empowering Women’s Evening with Libby Trickett
- SCASA - Term 2 Sign On
- Year 10 Camp Information
- From the Office - Pain Relief Dispensing
- From the Office - Provision of Medical Certificate
- Uniform Shop Hours
- Fitness Centre Opening Hours
- Quiet Achiever
- Anzac Day 2024 Thank You
- Drama in the Spotlight
- Music Department
- Shalom Netball Program
- Sport
- Term Dates
- Tuckshop - Breakfast
- Tuckshop - Online Pre-Ordering
- Shalom Sunday Markets
- The Catholic Parish of Bundaberg
- Community Notice Board
Culture is such an important building block for any organisation. Shalom is no different. Culture can be described as, ‘the way we do things around here’. What we value and what we don’t value. Last week, we had over 20% of our student population involved in various ANZAC Day commemorations. We obviously value that presence. We value students being here and being involved. In 2022, at the end of Term 1, our Attendance rate was 86%. Last year, it was 90%. This year, at the same time, it is 92%. This year we had 1200 students attend the College Swimming Carnival compared to 900 the previous year and 700 the year before. We value presence and participation! I am so grateful to the parents who support us in this and do all that they can to have their child at school every day, on time, dressed well and ready to go.
That participation rate does not happen by accident. There have been a few students already this year who have not been able to participate in some extra curricula activities because their attendance rate is not what it should be. I am pretty confident that most of those young people will work hard not be in the same situation again.We value positive behaviour and it is a clear expectation that every person in this community will be treated respectfully 24/7 and 365 days a year. We value and expect that students will arrive at class ready to learn and willing to participate positively. The Responsible Thinking Process has been a very positive addition at Shalom. If students are unable to contribute positively to the learning dynamic in a classroom, they choose to remove themselves to the RTC room. At the end of Term 1 in 2023, we had 301 visits to the RTC (multiple visits from some students). To the end of Term 1 this year, we had 136 visits. That is a very positive change and it contributes much to building a great culture.
The changes we have made to mobile phone usage at the College have been positive each year. Students are now used to placing their phones in the classroom ‘caddy’ at the start of each lesson. Students are free to use their phones before the first bell and after the last one. The only other times are with the express permission of a teacher.
In the business world there is a piece of wisdom that says, ‘Culture eats strategy for breakfast’. That is certainly true in schools. If we don’t have a great culture and the community supporting that, all the other things we do are pretty pointless. I really appreciate how many parents and families actively support our culture.
Libby Trickett – Olympian – at Shalom – I hope that Monday May 13 is in your diaries and that you get a group together to buy tickets to this wonderful event. The booking link is: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1216855
Domestic Violence – we’ve seen a lot in the news over the weekend about the rise in awareness, and horror, at the increasing rates of domestic violence. In Bundaberg, Edon Place, do wonderful work in this space. This Wednesday evening (1/5), at 5.30pm, there is a Candle Lighting ceremony to honour the memory of victims. All are welcome. I will be encouraging a big Shalom presence, as we had last year, at the local ‘walk’ on the morning of Friday May 24 (7am-8am). More to follow on that.
Mr Dan McMahon
Principal
mcmahond@shalomcollege.com
Year 10 Information
This week in PDE all our Year 10 students will complete the registration process for their myQCE Student Portal Account. Students must register for this account in preparation for years 11 and 12. They will require this account during the Year 10 Personal Futures Day next term and for activities throughout this year.
Year 12 Alternate Venue - External Examinations
QCAA envisage that all our Year 12 students will sit their scheduled external examinations at Shalom College. These exams run from Monday 21 October –Tuesday 12 November. The exam timetable will be released by QCAA later this term.
If there is any exceptional circumstance as to why your child cannot complete their QCAA external exams here at the College, please contact Mrs Norris as soon as possible to discuss this. It is a requirement of QCAA that an alternate venue must be identified so that extraordinary arrangements can be made ahead of time. We are required to apply to QCAA ahead of time for this arrangement.
It is important to note that all students must sit their scheduled external assessments. If a student does not sit an external assessment, they will not receive a final result for the subject and will impact their QCE credit.
Elevate Education Parent Webinars for Term Two
Last term over 130 parents attended the Elevate Education online webinars. This put Shalom in the top 20% of schools when it comes to parent attendance. This is excellent! It is wonderful to see our parents and hopefully students engaging in these practical and very worthwhile sessions.
For any new parents to Shalom, Elevate Education delivers high-impact workshops that help to develop student study skills, motivation, and exam preparation. Again, you are invited to register your participation in the term two parent online webinar series. This can assist you to support your child at home by reinforcing the skills that will support their learning at school.
Term 2 Webinars are:
• How To Get (And Keep) Your Child Motivated - Wednesday May 8, 6:30-7:30pm (AEST)
• How You Can Help Your Child Prepare for Exams - Wednesday May 22, 6:30-7:30pm (AEST)
• How You Can Support Your Child During Exams - Wednesday June 5, 6:30-7:30pm (AEST)
• Ask Me Anything (Live Q&A) - Wednesday June 19, 6:30-7:30pm (AEST)
To register please visit: https://go.elevateeducation.com/auschoolwebinars
Mrs Gail Norris
Assistant Principal - Curriculum
gail_norris@shalomcollege.com
Year 11 Exam Block 13-15 May
Year 11 students will participate in an exam block from Monday 13 – Wednesday 15 May. The Exam Timetable for this exam block is attached. Students participating in this exam block will undergo Unit 1 assessment. Students need only attend school for the exams that they are sitting in this period.
During the exam block, students not involved in exams are expected to be involved in home study. Students who are behind in their schoolwork may also be required to attend school to complete outstanding work. If this is required, these arrangements will be communicated by individual class teachers.
Please remember that normal school rules regarding uniform and behaviour continue through the exam block. These expectations are outlined in the attached documents.
We wish our students all the best with their studies.
SIA – LOG ON NOW! GET THE PHONE APP!
‘Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.’ -Warren Buffet
A parent’s role in the education of their child is vital. Student outcomes will be maximised when parents and teachers are both involved in their child’s education and have positive interactions. Sia is a fantastic way for parents to be fully informed about student progress, assessment due dates, news items, upcoming events, assessment results etc.
Sia, and the Shalom phone app, have been available to parents since the beginning of 2022. Currently, our parent login rate is slightly lower than the end of last year. We would like all our parents to be successfully logged into Sia as soon as possible. Attached in the link below is a Parent “Everything You Need To Know About Sia’ Guide which includes how to log in for the first time. The phone app is super-convenient – a must-have for parents!
Our IT team will have sent the login details for Sia to all new parents to the school at the beginning of the year. If you have misplaced these details, or are having technical difficulties, please contact our Shalom IT department via email at shalomit@shalomcollege.com or phone 41558131 during office hours 8am - 3.30pm Monday to Friday, Tuesdays are 8.30am - 3.30 pm.
Mr Brendan Maher
Assistant Principal - Administration
maherb@shalomcollege.com
ANZAC Assembly
Last Wednesday a College Assembly was held to commemorate all those that have served in the armed forces in the lead up to ANZAC Day. The enduring legacy of mateship, self-sacrificing courage and perseverance was highlighted in an interview with past-parent and naval veteran, Mr Max Francis. During the prayer, cadets placed the traditional poppies, along with desert peas, on the stage as a symbolic gesture of remembrance for those who lost their lives in battle, including our first nations people. A wreath was also laid to the beautiful hymn, How Great Thou Art, performed by our talented orchestra. The Last Post and Reveille were played by Year 12 student Angus W and the Treble Makers led us in the anthems of New Zealand and Australia. The ceremony enabled us to gather as a college community, in gratitude for generations of members of the army, navy and air force who have served so that we can enjoy the peace and freedom that characterises our Australian way of life.
Masses
Gathering as a community to participate in Mass is central to being Catholic. As a Catholic School, we provide opportunities for students and staff to participate in Masses, regardless of their own faith background or none. Therefore, each House will join with another, to celebrate a House Mass during one of their timetabled Assembly times in Term 2 or Term 3.
Each Religious Education class will also cohost a Wednesday morning Mass at 8am in our chapel. This Mass occurs during term time and is a Parish Mass, so it is open to all. The Mass finishes before the 8.40am bell. Religious Education teachers will email a notice to families prior to their allocated Mass, and we encourage attendance. Upcoming Masses will be hosted by our Senior students.
Wednesday 1 May Ms Bryson's 12 RAE A & D
Wednesday 8 May Mrs Harmen's 11 RAE B & D
Wednesday 15 May Ms Glasspool's 10 RE A & H
Also, if you would like to join in other Parish services, the Catholic Parish of Bundaberg advertises Mass times at https://www.bundabergcatholic.net.au/mass-prayer/
Mrs Sandra Freeman
Assistant Principal - Mission
Sandra_Freeman@shalomcollege.com
Pathways Information
UNIVERSITY - Why Work Experience?
- Skills You Could Learn from Work Experience
ADDITIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
- How to Become an Agronomist
CAREERS IN HEALTH
- Choose Your Own (CYO) Health Career – Health Services Assistant
APPRENTICESHIPS/TRADES
- Construction Pathways – Find the Right Fit for You – Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic
- University of Queensland – UQ Ready – Bundaberg Event
- UniSC – Find Your Pathway to Uni Free Online Info Session
- Torrens University – Virtual Open Days
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
- Cheshire Machinery – Business Trainee Opportunity
- Puddles Car Wash are Recruiting
Unlock your potential: Explore, Discover, Achieve! Read all about these articles in this week’s Pathways Newsletter.
The Pathways Team
Mrs Liza O’Donnell, Mrs Kim Toll, Mrs Kathryn Laing, Ms Jacinta Cook & Mrs Cristel Simmonds
Liza_ODonnell@shalomcollege.com
kim_toll@shalomcollege.com
kathryn_laing@shalomcollege.com
jacinta_cook@shalomcollege.com
cristel_simmonds@shalomcollege.com
Parents and Carers of Year 11 & 12 Students
If your child has obtained their Provisional Licence and wishes to drive to and from school you are required to fill out a Permission to Drive Form and return it to Student Reception for approval by Mr Aaron Brown. Once approved the details will be placed on our School Register.
Thanks to those Parents who have already completed this form for their child.
Preferred Student Absentee Option
Parents are able to inform the College of student absentees via Parent Lounge, using the below pathway:
Parent Lounge> Student Details> Attendance> "+Add Absence Notification"
The Shalom College App has now been updated so when parents select "Absentee" it will re-direct to Parent Lounge for the absentee notification to be added.
For Parents that do not already have the College App please click below:
ALL student absentees should be notified to the office by 9am each day. If no notification has been received, an absentee text message will be sent out to parents to advise of the student's absence.
Empowering Women’s Evening with special guest Libby Trickett
Join us for an inspiring and empowering evening
Monday 13 May 2024 (the day after Mother's Day)
6:00-8:30pm
Shalom College Performing Arts Precinct
Tickets $35-45pp + booking fees
The evening will include drinks and canapés in the Foyer from 6pm, then from 7pm guests will move into the Theatre to see keynote speaker, Libby Trickett.
Tickets include a drink on arrival and canapés.
All students, parents, staff and members of the community are welcome to attend.
Dietary requirements can be requested during the booking process.
Shalom College After School Activities (SCASA)
Shalom College is offering students the opportunity to participate in organised afterschool activities conducted by coaches and teachers. SCASA also includes a light afternoon tea from 3.15 pm for the students and all activities will conclude at 4.45 pm.
Days
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays are the 3 available afternoons for SCASA.
Dates
SCASA commences in Week 2 of Term and continues for 8 continuous weeks
Times
3.00 pm - School lessons completed.
3.15 pm - Roll Call and afternoon tea (supplied) at College Tuckshop and set up time for coaches
3.30 pm - Activities/Coaching starts (various venues within school grounds)
4.30 pm - Activities/Coaching finished
4.45 pm - Students help pack up and return equipment and picked up by parents at front of school
SCASA Activities - see below
Monday
Option 1 - **Drama Club with Brigette McMahon (Performing Arts Precinct)
Option 2 - Cross Country Club with Matt Grills (Oval)
Option 3 - Basketball with Keenan Mullaney (SC or Hangar)
Tuesday
Option 1 - Touch Football and Oz-Tag with Zoe Stone and Summer Rea (SC or Hangar or Oval)
Option 2 - *e-Sports with Gavin Hill (Computer labs)
Option 3 - Dance with Ainsley Clark (Dance Studio)
Thursday
Option 1 - Next-Jenner-ation Running training with Rebecca Jenner (Oval)
Option 2 - Tennis with Brendan Maher (Tennis Courts)
Option 3 - *e-Sports with Gavin Hill (Computer labs)
Option 4 - Beerarlum Club with Wendy Egan and Louise Hume ( Beerarlum Resource Centre)
Option 5 - NEW***Carinity Friendship Circle with Nicole Anderson at Kepnock Grove (Bus to and from Kepnock Grove)
* e-Sports = electronic Sports
** Drama Club - Explore the fun side of drama with SCASA’s Drama Club. Drama Club involves a range of fun games and activities where you can have the freedom to be creative and practice your focus, team building and improvisation skills. This Monday afternoon activity is suitable for everyone – aspiring performers, those wanting to try something new and those just looking for a bit of fun.
** Carinity Friendship Circle – at Kepnock Grove - visiting residents and reading stories, sharing interests and building new friendships.
Cost
The SCASA Fee is $20.00 per term for each student.
This is to help cover the afternoon tea and instructors/coach costs.
This flat fee of $20.00 is for one, two or all three afternoons activities.
This is to encourage participation in SCASA activities.
After completing the SCASA sign on google form, at approximately week 3 of the term - you will receive an invitation on Parent Lounge regarding SCASA.
Please wait until week 3 of term then login to Parent Lounge to give permission for your child to attend SCASA and pay the $20.00 fee.
Once there, click on the ‘Tours and Excursions’ tab and you will find a link to SCASA Term 3 - Here you will be able to give permission for your child to attend and pay the fee.
Please also check your contact details and phone numbers are current, as we will be using this information to contact you if needed. It is very important that all information in Parent Lounge is current as teachers will use this information in case of an emergency and to support the welfare of your child.
Please make sure that you click SAVE before logging out. If you require assistance with Parent Lounge login, please contact the College Office.
Other school sporting teams will continue to have their own training sessions as usual under the direction of their coaches e.g. Strength and Conditioning training, Rugby League, Netball, Touch Football etc.
This SCASA program is designed to give extra opportunities for Shalom College students to become involved in supervised activities after school.
Please complete the student and parent details in the google form below
REMINDER - no confirming phone calls are made by the school to confirm you are in the program - as once you sign on and you receive an online response - your child has been registered and please turn up starting week 2 of term.
SPECIAL NOTE - Once an activity is full - I will omit it from the selections below - so it cannot be selected.
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
Each Head of House will be looking to develop leadership and teamwork with the students in their own house in each of their Camps. I know they look forward to this time each year.
Reminder that there are no phones on camp for obvious reasons but if students need to check in at home, then the Chaverim phone can be used.
Parents - Please go to Parent Lounge and accept your child’s Camp and update any medical details. We ask parents to do this because we print out each students medical details and put in a folder for each Head of House.
Camps start in Week 1 of Term 2 – so we need to be organised.
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
A reminder to Students and Parents that legislation dictates that families need to provide their own labelled box of Panadol and/or Nurofen for staff to dispense. If you would like our Admin Office to hold medication for your child/children, please submit the appropriately labelled medication box together with a signed copy of the Student Medication form to our Office.
Medical Certificate Absentee Notification
When providing medical certificates for your child/children's non-attendance could you please ensure that these are scanned (jpeg or png) and attached in the email (absentees@shalomcollege.com) or alternatively dropped into the main administration office.
We are no longer able to accept a photo of the medical certificate via email.
If you advise any of your child/children's Teachers or Head of House (via email) of any non-attendance, could you please also advise the admin office via the preferred options. Either email as an attachment to absentees@shalomcollege.com or via the Parent Lounge (as per the process above - under Absentees).
Monday to Thursday: 8.00am to 12.00pm
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Friday: Closed
A reminder that if you intend to use the College Fitness Centre, you must follow the steps below:
1. Collect a permission form, either from the Fitness Centre Office or Sports Centre Office.
2. Return the signed form to Miss Mitchell (Sports Centre Office)
3. Complete an induction. These will be completed before school by appointment with Mr Burnett or after school with Miss Mitchell.
Ms Melinda Pearson
Head of Department - Physical Education
melinda_pearson@shalomcollege.com
Cale A Year 9 exemplifies resilience and compassion as a valued member of Chisholm House. His passion for sports, including cricket, footy, and soccer, shines through as he represents the school and various representative teams with sportsmanship. Beyond his athletic achievements, Cale consistently demonstrates respect towards his teachers and peers, maintaining a positive outlook even during personal health challenges. His quiet yet impactful contributions extend to various aspects of schooling life, embodying the Chisholm spirit in numerous sporting and school activities.
Thank you to all Shalom College Anzac Day Students and Staff who participated in the many services across the region this year. Your time, efforts and respect is greatly appreciated. It was a great day.
Thanks also to all involved in our Anzac Day Liturgy at the College on Wednesday.
We appreciate your participation.
Please click on the following link to view all photos of the day - PHOTOS HERE
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
State Honours Ensemble Program (SHEP)
“SHEP connects the finest young musicians with a team of eminent international and national conductors in pursuit of musical excellence.”
This year 19 talented Shalom students have received an invitation to be a part of the local SHEP event to be held from the Friday 14 to Sunday 16 June.
Congratulations to:
Talitha A – Viola – Year 8
Bryana C – Violin – Year 7
Alyssa C– Violin – Year 7
Olivia C – Violin – Year 8
Jessica D – Cello – Year 9
Connor F – Violin – Year 8
Koby I – Cello – Year 8
Erin K – Viola – Year 8
Rylie M – Violin – Year 7
Cara M – Viola – Year 8
Lili-Rose M – Violin – Year 8
Charli P – Violin – Year 8
Tiffany R – Clarinet – Year 8
Torah S – Cello – Year 8
Caitlin S – Viola – Year 7
Lillian T – Violin – Year 8
Virgil W – Violin – Year 9
Tilly W – Cello – Year 7
Rebecca Z – Violin – Year 8
Australian Honours Ensemble Program (AHEP)
Selection into the AHEP program is via audition only. Successful applicants will be notified in June but the audition level is a minimum of AMEB grade 6 which is only one grade lower than university level. The following students have completed their auditions and are eagerly awaiting the release of invitations:
Karson W – Clarinet Year 10 (AMEB Grade 6)
Isabella D – Baritone Saxophone Year 11 (AMEB Grade 6)
Jacob N – Trumpet – Year 11 (AMEB Grade 6)
Congratulations to the above students on your achievements so far and good luck!
Mrs Megan Hoban
Instrumental Music Coordinator
Megan_Hoban@shalomcollege.com
Platinum Sponsor Highlight
Introducing one of our amazing new Sponsors - QLD Indoor Arena's !!!
QLD Indoor Arena’s has the Bundaberg Indoor Sports Centre located at 29 Bolewski Street, Avoca. This Centre offers Competitions for the following sports:
INDOOR SOFTBALL - The season runs from April to September. You do not have to know how to play Softball to play Indoor, it’s a fun game for all ages, skill level and fitness. Games are played on a Sunday afternoon from 12pm, lasting one hour per game. Fast paced and great to keep skills up!
INDOOR CRICKET 8-ASIDE - A sport popular with players of all ages, Indoor Cricket has grown over the years to become one of Australia’s most popular ways to meet people, exercise and have fun! This is a fast, action-packed game involving all the skills of the outdoor game but played in the nets, which speeds everything up. Run over two seasons – September to March is our Summer Season and March to September is our Winter Season.
MIXED & LADIES NETBALL - Indoor netball competitions are graded so you can play against competitors of similar abilities and as your skills develop you can move up the grades. From kids through to adult competition, be it social or serious, the indoor netball competitions are suitable for people of all ages and abilities.
EVENTS - The Centre is available for birthday parties (of any age), work functions, training camps or the hiring of courts. The team can help tailor your experience for maximum fun and action - from basic venue hire to fully delivered sports and activities. They can cater the event with a variety of options for you, they even have licensed bars and large screen televisions.
Event catering is done through their full commercial kitchen upstairs and can cater for small or large groups. No matter the occasion, their team are well equipped to help you run your perfect event. Looking at having a cricket themed break up party, or a netball game with a bunch of friends outside of netball game hours, want to give dodgeball a go or kick a few soccer balls on a fully enclosed court on soft turf ground – no matter your choice, they have something for you.
For more information visit https://bundabergindoorsports.com/ or call us on 07 4153 1911 and speak to one of the team.
Thank you to the wonderful QLD Indoor Arena's team for supporting our Shalom netball community and helping us to provide opportunities for our students ❤
Mrs Nadia Tairawhiti
Shalom Netball Coordinator
Nadia_Tairawhiti@shalomcollege.com
Shalom Cross Country Team - 2024 BDSSS Champion School
Congratulations to the Shalom Cross Country team - 2024 BDSSS Overall Champion School.
Shalom won the junior shield and came second in the senior shield and won the Champion school overall - by 1 point.
Congratulations and thanks to all students in the team.
Congratulations to the students who were selected in the BDSSS team by coming in the top 6 places in their age group.
Thanks also to staff Rebecca Jenner, Kev Crowley, Simon Gills and Peter Robinson.
More information will come later when all the results come in.
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
Little Athletics National Championships
Following on from Koby’s success at the Little Athletics Queensland State Championships last month, Koby has been in Adelaide over the weekend competing at the Australian Little Athletics National Championships. He competed early Saturday morning in the 1500m Race Walk, finishing 5th in Australia with a personal best time. He was also a part of the Queensland U14 Team that won the highest overall team points for the competition. His next step is to attend a National Camp in late September in the Gold Coast. Congratulations & all the best.
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
Netball - Wide Bay Girls U12s
Congratulations to our year 7 girls who represented the Rep Bundy School girls Netball team over the weekend.
These girls made it into the Wide Bay Netball team to compete at State Age in 4 weeks time. The event will be held in Toowoomba.
Congratulations to Summer K, Zoe V, Layla M & Ava A.
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
Rowing – First Sprint Regatta
On Sunday 21 April, our 48 rowers participated in their first Regatta for the 2024 local season. We were excited for this regatta as it was the first time we have ever done a sprint regatta. All rowers only had to race 500m. The goal of having the shorter races for the first regatta was to help support new rowers. Despite a wet start, the weather didn’t disappoint and turned into a nice day with a tail wind that helped rowers down the course.
Our rowers did oarsome with all rowers finishing with a 1st , 2nd , or 3rd but as this is a lead up regatta, places weren’t awarded. Overall, we had 21 crews & rowers cross in 1st place, 19 in 2nd place & 10 in 3rd place.
The exciting part of the day was seeing our 23 new rowers crossing the finish line in in their first ever regatta. All rowers put in a great effort and gained valuable race experience for the next Regatta to be held on 19 May.
A big THANK-YOU to all the parents and coaches that helped out on the day. We had parents on the water in safety boats, helping in the canteen, handing our bow numbers, in the judge’s tower, boat loading, towing trailers. The day would not have been a success without your assistance. Thank you to our sponsors as well that financial support our team uniform.
Keep being oarsome
Ms Teressa Tibbey
HPE Teacher and Rowing Coordinator
teressa_tibbey@shalomcollege.com
Mr Nick Smith
Intad Teacher Assistant and Rowing Coach
nicholas_smith@shalomcollege.com
Speedway Sedans
AJ M competed in the Junior Speedway Sedans NSW state titles held in Dubbo last weekend. He ended up in 4th place. Congratulations AJ.
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships
Kobi H had a long but successful campaign at the 2024 Australian SLS Championships, which were held on the Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore).
Kobi was due to compete in 11 events, which included a combination of individual and teams/relay races - unfortunately two of these events were not conducted due to conditions and timetabling issues (U17 Male Surf Belt Race and U19 Male Rescue Tube Rescue Race).
Kobi raced in the U17 Male individual events, which had 250+ competitors in the age division, meaning there were Heats (R1), Heats (R2), Quarter Finals, and Semi Finals held before even making a final. He also competed in U17 and U19 Male Team events, and one Open Team event.
From his 9 events that he raced in, he managed to go 'around the cans' an incredible 29 times over the course of competition, and qualified through to 5 Australian Championships' FINALS, with his results being:
Open Lifesaver Relay - GOLD Medal (1st)
U17 Male Surf Race - 6th
U19 Male Board Rescue - 8th
U17 Male Surf Teams - 8th
U17 Male Board Relay - 10th
U17 Ironman - Semi Final
U17 Male Board Race - Semi Final
U17 Male Taplin Relay - Semi Final
Congratulations Koby.
Kobi has also been announced that he will be a reserve for the Australian Youth Lifesaving Team to compete at the 2024 World Lifesaving Championships later this year. Well done and all the best.
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
Term Dates for 2024
Term 1: Monday 22 January – Thursday 28 March (10 weeks)
Term 2: Monday 15 April – Friday 21 June (10 weeks)
Term 3: Monday 8 July – Friday 13 September (10 weeks)
Term 4: Monday 30 September – Thursday 5 December (10 weeks)
Breakfast is available every morning for purchase from 8.00am - 8.30am.
Items available are:
Croissant Ham & Cheese $3.00
Big Breakfast $6.00
Toasted Sandwich $4.00
Bacon & Egg Muffins $3.50
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Wraps $4
Breakfast Bars $1.50
Fresh Salad Tub $4.50
Yoghurt Pots $3.00
Hashbrowns 2 for $1.00
Up & Go drinks and flavoured milk are available everyday.
Students who train before school need to consider utilising the breakfast menu to replenish energy lost during their early morning training sessions, however, students must be dressed appropriately before entering the tuckshop and must not be late for class.
The Term 2 2024 Tuckshop Menu can be found by following the link below. The menu is also located permanently on the side menu of the Newsletter (desktop only). Any changes to the menu will be updated.
Commencing Term 2 Vegetarian and Gluten Free options are available to order on the flexischools app or by coming into the canteen to place an order between 8.00-8.30am for the day.
The Shalom Markets are open every Sunday 6am-midday. Come along to purchase your fresh fruit and vegetables, local food products and handmade items.
Volunteers Required - Markets Tuckshop
We are seeking your help!! We are always in need of new volunteers for the Markets Tuckshop and BBQ. If your child/children would like to gain some work experience, why not get them to volunteer in the canteen. If you have a few hours you could spare to assist in our canteen, please click on the link below to register your assistance or contact Leanne via email at barkerl@shalomcollege.com.
If we get enough volunteers, it may work out that you only need to volunteer once per term.
Register to Volunteer HERE
Markets Tuckshop Roster
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Sunday 5 May |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Samantha Kirkland |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
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Sunday 12 May |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Brendan & Astrid Clancy |
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Sunday 19 May |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
| Sunday 26 May | 6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
Markets BBQ Roster
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Sunday 5 May |
QISSN Teams |
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Sunday 12 May |
Bundaberg Bee Keepers |
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Sunday 19 May |
Rotary Central |
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Sunday 26 May |
Market BBQ available |
Office Hours: 9:00 - 1:00 Monday to Friday
Parish Office: Rossolini Place Level 1, 66 Woongarra St
Phone: 07 4151 6666 PO Box 79 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: sbundaberg@rok.catholic.net.au
AFTER HOURS: Anointing of the sick for medical emergencies
phone 4151 6666 and follow the prompt
UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF MARY MOTHER OF CHURCH
"The annual parish "Good News" magazine is now available in all churches for a Gold Coin Donation. As you read our in-house publication of the Good News magazine this year, discover the ways in which our parish vision statement is being made clear.
Shalom College Families Business and Trade Directory
To help assist the Shalom College community in supporting local businesses that are run by Shalom families, we have created our Shalom College Families Business and Trade Directory. If you would like to be listed in this directory, please send a copy of your business card to Mr Peter Robinson who will be establishing and developing this directory to Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
Student Travel Rebates
Would you like to know more about the Non State Schools Transport Assistance Scheme and eligibility requirements? Click on the link to view the short introductory video here: https://youtu.be/ogWpq7tVaio
Student travel rebate applications open 1-31 May for Semester 1. Please click here to check if you are eligible.
Youth Support
