End of Semester One Report Cards Publish Dates

Year 11 (Unit 1) and Year 12 (Unit 3) report cards will be published via Sia on Monday 17 June while Year 7-10 End of Semester 1 report cards will be published via Sia on Friday 19 July. Report cards will be available for parents through Sia > Parent Lounge > Academic Reports. More specific information about individual assessment items may be viewed through Sia > My Students.

Students can access their reports via Sia > Services & Support > Applications > Student Café.

Please note that in 2024, only an overall grade for each subject studied will be reported. The Behaviour and Application feedback is now given through Sia > Learner Attributes. This method of reporting the Learner Attributes is more detailed and ‘live’, improving the communication with students and parents.

If you have any questions about assessment results, please contact the relevant classroom teacher. For any other enquiries, feel free to contact me. 

Mr Brendan Maher
Assistant Principal - Administration
maherb@shalomcollege.com 

Sport Report – From Simon Gills Sports Coordinator

Shalom Basketball

Charlie E represented WB at the Qld Schools Boys 10-12 years Basketball Championship Carnival in Rockhampton. He was the only boy from Shalom in the Wide Bay team.

Shalom Cross Country

Congratulations to the Shalom students that recently competed at the Wide Bay Cross Country trials in Maryborough. Out of the 13 Shalom athletes that raced, 8 have gained selection in the Wide Bay Cross Country team to compete at Bald Hills, mid July.

12 years boys                                               14 years boys
- Kain P 5th                                                   - Bailey B 2nd
- Bowen W 13th                                            - Trey P 5th

13 years girls                                                16 years boys
- Elise V 1st                                                   - Jack G 2nd
                                                                      - Max O 6th

13years boys                                                17 years girls
- Elliot T 4th                                                  - Charlotte T 7th
- Tarquan T 7th

14 years girls                                                18 years boys
- Stevey-Mae H 9th                                       - Thomas S 1st
- Kasey H 10th

Shalom Cycling

Shalom student Elise V competed in round 1 at the Gold Coast Junior tour last weekend.

Elise placed.
Day 1
3rd - Prologue.
3rd - Criterium.
3rd - Road Race.
Day 2
4th - Time Trial.
4th - Criterium.

Placing Elise, 3rd Overall in the state after round 1. Congratulations Elise.

Cruz K competed in Round 1 of the Queensland Junior Series on the Gold Coast. This is the first round of a 3 round series, the second round is in Brisbane next weekend and the 3rd and final round being held in Bundaberg in the middle of July. The 3rd round is also the QLD State Championships. Cruz's result over the weekend were:

Day 1

U/15 – Prologue – 9th
U/15 – Criterium 3rd
U/15 – Road Race 3rd

Day 2

U/15 TT – 8th – Unfortunately Cruz had a crash a lost time during this stage.
U/15 – Criterium 1st 

Cruz currently sits in 3rd position at the end of round 1.

Shalom Netball

Another Interschool Netball Competition bites the dust!

6-weeks of fun and games was had by all. Friendships forged and hopefully fires lit for future Australian netballer aspirations! Out of our 9 Shalom teams that competed we had 6 teams make it through to Finals on Wednesday, an excellent effort indeed. Unfortunately, our senior team and one of our year 9 teams were plagued with illness and injury and had to forfeit. But our 4 junior teams represented Shalom well with an exhilarating Shalom vs Shalom grand final in the 7/8 division with Shalom 8 Black getting up over Shalom 8 White 37-18. Thank you to all of the participants and the wonderful staff who volunteered their time to coach and umpire – your support of Shalom Netball Program is very much appreciated. Finally, thank you to our amazing Sponsorship Team for helping us to provide these opportunities for our students.

Shalom Rugby League

It has been an incredibly busy and successful couple of weeks for Shalom College Rugby League students and staff. Our junior girls competed in the BDSSS Dolphins Schoolgirls grand finals and the Schoolgirls Karyn Murphy Cup. Our junior boys participated in the BDSSS Broncos Challenge Grand Finals and Dolphins Knockout games. Additionally, our NRL Schoolboys Cup First XIII boys and girls faced off against Rockhampton Grammar at Shalom in the Dolphins Cup.

NRL Schoolboy Dolphins Cup Round 3 – Shalom College 24 vs Rockhampton Grammar 18

Shalom’s first XIII got of to a great start after withstanding some early pressure from Rocky Grammar, striking first with a great try to Lachlan C in the corner, from here we would go on to dominate the next 40 minutes, extending our lead out to a commanding lead 24 -0 through tries to Levi M, Oscar D, and Parkka P. Through some poor discipline, Shalom invited Rocky back into the contest in the final 12 minutes, with the visitor’s gaining momentum with three late tries to make for an exciting finish, but Shalom would steady the ship and hold strong in the last few minutes to earn a much-needed victory.

NRL Schoolgirls Dolphins Cup Round 3 – Shalom College 10 vs Rockhampton Grammar 8

In their first game of the Schoolgirls Dolphins Cup competition, our first XIII girls showed resilience and toughness to outlast a solid Rocky Grammar team 10-8. This game was full of big hits from the outset, with repeated defensive efforts applying consistent pressure to Rocky Grammars attack. Shalom would make hard work of it though, through poor discipline and too many turnovers. It was a gritty first up win and the girls showed great improvement especially on the defensive side. Two tries to Zoe S, with some nice lead-up work from Rhani D would be enough seal to win, as the girls now look ahead to Confro.

NRL Year 10 Dolphins Challenge Round 3 – Shalom College 12 vs Rockhampton Grammar 12

After a disappointing first up game against St Brendan’s the coaching staff were looking for a vast improvement against Rocky Grammar. The first half was a dramatic improvement, with Shalom getting out to a 12 – 0 lead at the break, due to a double from hooker Luke G. After controlling the ball well in the first half, the 2nd half was a different story, with ill-disciple creeping in with too many turnovers and penalties putting the team under pressure, in which the opposition took advantage of, hitting back with two 2nd half tries to level the score at 12-12 with 5 minutes to play. Shalom had a few opportunities late in this game but just came up short. A very good improvement but too many handling errors would cost them in the end.

BDSSS Broncos Challenge Grand Finals & Dolphins Knockout

The Year 7/8 boys grand final witnessed Shalom College (Red), coached by Mr. Kaufusi, triumphing 32–4 over a resilient Shalom College (Black) team led by Mr. Hammermeister. The match was an exhilarating display of rugby league, played with great spirit by both sides. Shalom (Red) emerged as the stronger team, but Shalom (Black) made them earn their victory with an impressive performance. In the Year 9 boys' division, Shalom College, under the guidance of Mr. Rassmusen, secured a narrow victory against North Bundaberg SHS in a thrilling come-from-behind win. Despite a slow start that allowed North Bundaberg to take an early lead, Shalom fought back. The game hinged on ball control, and once Shalom improved their defensive pressure and commitment, they clawed their way back to a gritty 22-18 win.
In the Dolphins Knockout, both our year 8 and 9 boys also took out the Wide Bay north division, defeating BSHS 44-0 and 14-0 respectively in another great result for our boys, and will now progress to the Wide Bay finals in term 3 against Xavier College.

BDSSS Dolphins Schoolgirls Grand Finals & Karyn Murphy Cup Winners

Congratulations to our Year 7/8 girls’ team, coached by Taylor Driver, and our Year 9/10 girls’ team, coached by Mr. O’Driscoll, for their remarkable victories in the BDSSS NRL Dolphins Schoolgirls competition! Both teams went undefeated, showcasing exceptional skill and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. The Year 7/8 girls dominated with a 16-4 win over BNSHS, improving with each game. Meanwhile, our Year 9/10 girls displayed incredible toughness and resilience, coming from behind to secure a 12-4 victory against BSHS. Well done to both teams!

Additionally, our Year 7/8 girls continued their impressive run by winning the Karyn Murphy Cup Wide Bay Division, defeating Bayside CC in a hard-fought match with a score of 12-8.

Congratulations and a big thank you to all the coaches and support staff for your time and efforts this year; we couldn't do it without your support and commitment.

Special mention and thank you to Mr. Tuima, Mr. Kaufusi and Mr. Hobson for their great work assisting with the set-up and running of the BDSSS competition, your time and efforts are very much appreciated.

Thank you to all students for your outstanding contribution in representing Shalom College, some fantastic results and rewards for all your hard work and efforts so far, keep up the great work.

On Sunday 9 June, our 48 rowers participated in their first lead up regatta for the season. This was the first regatta where rowers did the big Rowing Queensland distances. Juniors 1km, Yr 10s 1.5km & 11 & 12’s 2km. Despite the cold start and lots of layers, the day warmed up with all the rowers having lots of successes throughout the day.

Overall all rowers finished with a 1st , 2nd , or 3rd but as this is a lead up regatta, places weren’t awarded. Overall, we had 18 crews & rowers cross in 1st place, 16 in 2nd place & 10 in 3rd place.

It was exciting to see our 25 new rowers challenging themselves with the big distances and also racing in a single. The single is the hardest boat to row in as it is just you. All rowers put in a great effort and gained valuable race experience for the regional, Central Queensland, regatta that is held on 22 & 23 June. Our rowers will be versing the top in the region with Townsville and Rockhampton also participating in CQ.

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 also, and for their financial support for our team uniform.

Keep being oarsome!!

Shalom Tennis

Congratulations to Amelia W, Indiannah D and Jai P, who represented Wide Bay at the recent State Championships from the 13-16 June. The players were fortunate to play at the Queensland Tennis Centre - home of Pat Rafter Arena and the venue of many famous tennis tournaments including the Brisbane International. Against the best players in Queensland, our players had mixed success, with each scoring their share of wins among some losses. Overall, the Wide Bay team came 9th out of 12 regions - a commendable effort.

Shalom is so fortunate to have players of the ability of Millie, Indi and Jai, who will continue to improve as the years progress. Well done, Shalomies!

Shalom Touch

Congratulations to Shalom students Courtney D, Sebella M, Mahli P, Tenne B, Zoey K, Charli G, and Abi C on representing Wide Bay at the 13-15yrs Girls State Touch Football Carnival in Brisbane.

Congratulations to Shalom students Caylen and Kain who recently competed for Wide Bay at the State 10-12yrs Touch Football Championships in Rocky

Also congratulations to Shalom students Eli L and Byron H who were students officials at the recent 10-12yrs State Touch Football Championships in Rockhampton.

Mr Simon Gills
Sports Coordinator
BDSSS Secretary & QRSS 10-19 yrs Cricket Executive Member
GillsS@shalomcollege.com

Pathways Information

• Construction Pathways – Find the Right Fit for You – Explore a Career as a Gas Fitter

• East Coast Apprenticeships want to help find YOU a job! Apply now – Open to Year 12
• Ergon Apprenticeships – Applications Open 28 June
• East Coast Apprenticeships – 5 Traineeships & Apprenticeships Currently Available in Bundaberg

SCHOLARSHIPS

• Grow Your Health Career with a Destination Australia Scholarship

TAFE

• Tafe at School – Semester 2 Intake Now Open

UNIVERSITY

• Considering a Career in Medicine or Dentistry?
• How to Navigate University Open Days

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Virtual Work Experience – Explore a Day in the Life of an Infantry Soldier

Your next step starts here! Dive into Career and Tertiary Study insights.

Read all about these articles in this week’s Pathways Newsletter.

The Pathways Team
Mrs Liza O’Donnell, Mrs Kim Toll, Mrs Kathryn Laing, Mrs Jacinta Gill & Mrs Cristel Simmonds
Liza_ODonnell@shalomcollege.com
kim_toll@shalomcollege.com
kathryn_laing@shalomcollege.com
jacinta_gill@shalomcollege.com
cristel_simmonds@shalomcollege.com

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.

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.

Monday to Thursday: 8.00am to 12.00pm

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 3.30pm to 5.30pm

Friday: Closed

Bronze Sponsor Highlight

Welcome back to one of our wonderfully devoted Sponsors Scott Burke Solar !!!

For more information our website Scott Burke Solar or call 1300 306 303 and speak to one of the team.

Thank you to the amazing Scott Burke Solar 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

Databases available to Shalom staff and students

Don’t forget that we subscribe to electronic resources other than our textbooks.

Infobase: 8 database suites are available in Infobase that provide access to valuable academic articles on a variety of subjects including:

History Research Centre, Ancient & Medieval History, Literature Online, Health Reference Center, Modern World History, Science Online, Today’s Science, and World Geography & Culture.

The login information is on the Sia page near the linking tile:

LOGIN: Shalomcoll PASSWORD: Library

We also now subscribe to JSTOR document archive through JCS Online Services. This database offers access to thousands of articles on a range of subjects, but is particularly helpful for Religion and culture, Literature and Art, and Ancient & Modern History.

Access is available through the JSTOR tile or just by going to the JSTOR website:

https://www.jstor.org/

Insert Shalom Email then choose 'log in with Microsoft' (must be logged into device with school login first for single sign on to work.

Sora is a great platform for hosting fiction including magazines, this is also available from the Sora tile then choose ACEN (Australian Catholic Education Network) from the drop-down menu.

Sora offers books in digital format, and some are also available in audio.

Library staff are more than happy to assist in the access and use of these platforms

The Literacy Challenge rigorously tested the creativity of both Staff and Year 12 Student participants. The competition imposed strict criteria: each participant had a mere 25 minutes to craft a micro story using 100 words or fewer, centred around the theme of bravery. Additionally, the story had to incorporate specific keywords—valour, stench, mock, and incredible—and include an action related to ‘tasting something sour.’

To maintain integrity, submissions were deidentified and subjected to AI and plagiarism checks. Mr. Stranieri anonymised and submitted responses from both students and staff to separate judging panels. Following the initial shortlisting process, our final panel, consisting of Mrs. Austin-Campbell and Mr. McMahon, selected the winner and runner-up from the four writing pieces presented. The winner and runner up are listed below:

Winner – Mr Quinlan with his response titled: Warriors

The days and nights preceding seemed a world away. Talk of valour and prestige was forgotten, dissipated by harsh reality. It was hot today, and a stench was already rising from the gathered ranks.
Weapons sharpened. Armour polished to a sheen. Still the enemy in front of them mocked them with an unflinching expression.
Their drill instructors had called them incredible, but how many years had it been since any of them had braved true battle? Those in the front line swallowed, as if tasting something sour. The battle cry sounded:
“Good morning Grade 12, your working time starts now.”

Runner Up – Harrison H in Walsh House with his submission titled: The Foolhardy, The Spirited
My hand clenches, the vein on my thumb taut and corded. I glance around, with the palpable weight of the tension heavy on my shoulders. Something slides down my face.
Sweat. Tears. Who knows.
All around me, they work. It's quite incredible. And yet it makes me sick.
I thought we had the valour to stand a chance. But their bravery and skill is too much. They are too good.
I now regret mocking them. I regret mocking them, indeed.
Some stench permeates through the room. I taste something sour in my throat.
It tastes bitter.
Because we have lost.

Well done to both Mr Quinlan and Harrison on your responses!

Congratulations and thank you to all participants who entered, our judging panels, the Shalom Literature Committee, Mrs Austin-Campbell and Mr McMahon.

After 4 competitions, Staff and Students are tied up 2 a piece in the 2024 Walsh Warrior Games between Year 12 Students and Staff. With 3 events remaining, it is going to be a very tight finish to a great competition!

Mr Ben Stranieri
Head of House - Walsh
Ben_Stranieri@shalomcollege.com

In Week 7, the School Chaplain Cheryl Petersen  & Indigenous Education Liaison Officer, Valli Mitchelson, travelled to Woorabinda to deliver the generous donations to Sister Cecilia, from the Shalom & St Patrick’s Primary Schools.  These items, consisting of winter clothes, blankets, sheets and towels, will be added to the Goodwill store which Sister Cecilia operates in the small community, assisted by some of the local women.

Woorabinda is a rural town located in Central Queensland, 170km south-west of Rockhampton. Woorabinda is situated on the traditional lands of the Wadja (Wad-ja) and Gungaloo (Gun-ga-loo) Aboriginal peoples.  It has a population of approximately 1019 people, with approximately 91.6% identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. 

Thank you to everyone who kindly donated.

Valli Mitchelson
Indigenous Education Liaison Officer
Velma_Mitchelson@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)

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

Markets BBQ Roster

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.

Alpha Program

The Alpha program opens the door to sharing our faith, and creates a space for

everyone to freely ask questions about God. You can bring others who are interested in a conversation about Jesus in an informal way.

We are offering this Alpha program in our parish over eight weeks, where each session covers a key element of the gospel in a way that’s easy to follow and leaves space for people to explore their questions about life, faith, and God. Each night incorporates watching a short video, sharing, and some hospitality.

Ways you can you be involved

- Register for the Alpha program now by ringing the Parish Office on 4151 6666. There is no cost to attend. Why not invite a friend to come with you.
- Offer to provide a meal for one of the sessions. Just a simple soup, stew, casserole or pasta. Ring the Parish Office to discuss how you can help.
- Be a part of our Prayer Group. We invite parishioners to gather together to pray for all those currently participating in the Alpha sessions. It is powerful for them to know we care for them, and are praying for them while they are gathered in a neighbouring room.

Rotary Club - Book Sale

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 

Please click here to check if you are eligible.