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Between the Easter weekend, the death of Pope Francis and ANZAC Day, it’s been a very significant 10 days. Service and Sacrifice are a common theme between the three events. Jesus was executed because he preached a Gospel of Inclusion, Love and Service. Pope Francis lived that out and called us all to live more simply and faithfully. We commemorate the ANZAC tradition for the courage and sacrifice of so many, for others – for us. May we all continue to be inspired by those individuals and events.
Big Names at Shalom in May – on Thursday May 22 Australian Basketballer Lauren Jackson will be at Shalom working with our students. That evening, in our theatre, she will give a presentation to the wider Bundaberg community. Hers is an amazing story.
The following night, Tom Busby, of ‘Busby Marou’ fame, will be performing in our theatre. Tom will be offering an ‘acoustic concert’. This event was scheduled earlier but was interrupted by Cyclone Alfred.
This is two great nights and I hope that many Shalom families and families in Bundaberg make the most of this opportunity to be inspired and entertained by these two wonderful talents. The link for tickets to each event –
Empowering Women’s Evening with Lauren Jackson:
https://www.trybooking.com/DAEBG
Tom Busby concert:
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/21c0996e-d5f4-400d-a606-cce153f9a5de
The Federal election is almost upon us. If you would like to know more about how the policies of the major parties affect Catholic Education, please read the following from Ms Jacinta Collins who is the Chair of the National Catholic Education Council -
How do the major parties and candidates score on Catholic Education priorities?
We are now in the third week of a five-week election campaign period, and as the 2025 Federal Election approaches on 3 May, Catholic Education has released a Federal Election Scorecard to highlight where political parties and key independent candidates stand on issues of importance for Catholic schools.
The scorecard has been developed for families and staff to easily identify the education policies and commitments of the Australian Labor Party, the Liberal National Coalition, the Australian Greens, and key independent candidates on five key areas: funding certainty, support for faith-based schools, sector-neutrality, addressing disadvantage, and early childhood education.
While the major parties largely support our priorities, the Greens received a clear X from us because they leave Catholic schools isolated and excluded from their policy commitments.
Their focus is on public schools alone, and their proposed policies to further top-up public school funding will adversely affect Catholic schools in real terms.
The Greens' announcement of free lunches for public school kids costing $11.6 billion over the next three years, is the latest example of their ongoing failure to recognise the character of the Australian school education system.
They’ve failed to acknowledge Catholic school families in their cost-of-living proposals — assuming only public school families are doing it tough, which is untrue and unfair.
The Greens have also consistently advocated and voted against Catholic schools having the ability to preference and employ staff who support the Catholic ethos, despite strong and growing public support for faith-based schools.
I encourage you to read and share the scorecard with Catholic school families and staff so our communities can be as informed as possible on polling day.
Shalom Parents & Friends has for many years, struggled to attract attendance at meetings. I can’t remember having more than a handful of interested parents attend a meeting in many years. There is no point continuing a structure that is not fulfilling a need. A proposal has been put forward to amalgamate the P&F and the College Board. The Board is made up of Shalom parents and, occasionally, past parents. The proposal would have one extra member of the Board nominated as the liaison to the Parents & Friends body as we have known it. I would welcome any feedback from parents on this proposal.
Mr Dan McMahon
Principal
Daniel_McMahon@rok.catholic.edu.au
Welcome back to Term 2
A warm welcome back to all Shalom families. We hope that the Easter break was restful and that all students are feeling refreshed and ready for learning. Term two can seem particularly busy with many events and public holidays. Taking time to review your child’s preparedness for the term and reflect on their organisational and study strategies for homework and assessment is a worthwhile step for encouraging a successful term.
Parents are encouraged to work with their students to develop appropriate homework and study plans – the Record Book is a helpful tool for this purpose. A Homework Study Plan and a Term Planner is included for each term (see p.72 - 75 for Term Two). A monthly or term overview for your child’s study location at home is also a good strategy.
Heads of Department assign assessment tasks in each faculty area and class teachers adapt these to specific days/lessons when applicable. Please be aware that some tasks with multiple components may be duplicated in the Due Work Calendar. Early each term, teachers review term planning and set dates for the term’s assessment. Parents can access upcoming assessment dates for their children via Sia. Each student has a “Due Work Calendar” that shows upcoming dates for checkpoints, drafts, and exams. To access this calendar for your child in the Sia Smartphone App please select “My Shalom” and then “Due Work.” On the webpage, an option to select Due Work will show under your child’s photograph on the home page.
Tutoring Timetable Term 2
Tutoring is offered by a number of teaching staff across a range of subject areas outside of class time. Please refer to the below Term 2 Tutoring Timetable and encourage your child to make contact with the teacher if they feel they would like additional assistance via tutoring.
Mrs Kate Aplin
Assistant Principal - Curriculum
Catherine_Aplin@rok.catholic.edu.au
Year 7/8 Core Studies Learner Conferences (ie Parent-Teacher Interviews) - Friday 2 May 2025
Year 7/8 Core Studies Learner Conferences will be conducted in the Waterford Centre from 8:30am to 3:00pm on Friday 2 May 2025 (Student Free Day for Year 7/8 students). Interviews will be of ten minutes duration.
The rooms that the interviews will take place in are below:
Additionally, parents will have an opportunity to book an appointment with those teachers who have three Year 7/8 Core Studies classes on Wednesday 7 May from 8.30am-11.30am in Loyola. These teachers are: Sarah Murray, Gillian Deacon, Kelsie Schuler/Bree Broadhurst, David Richardson, Carolyn Rayner, Jacinta Gill and Kristen Keightley.
Note: Kelsie Schuler and Bree Broadhurst will interview together (ie parents can only book with Kelsie but Bree is present as well). Shelley Allen will be on leave on the 2 May but will be available on the morning of the 7 May. Craig Sologinkin will not be available on the 7 May.
Learner Conferences will open for parent bookings through via your laptop Sia > Parent Lounge > PT Interviews or via the Shalom App > Links/Contacts > Links > Parent Lounge > PT Interviews at 8:00am on Tuesday 22 April and close at 3:00pm on Tuesday 29 April to allow teachers to review and prepare for interviews.
Please review the wealth of information about your child’s progress available on Sia before attending these interviews. Your child is encouraged to attend the interview with you.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Mr Brendan Maher
Assistant Principal - Administration
Brendan_Maher@rok.catholic.edu.au
Head to Heart: A Meaningful Experience for Shalom and Bundaberg
At the end of last term, Shalom College had the privilege of hosting the Edmund Rice Head to Heart Program on campus. The one-day program brought together students, staff, and local mentors for a day focused on reflection, connection, and personal development.
The Head to Heart initiative is designed to give young people a break from their regular routines and offer a space to explore values, relationships, and identity in a supportive environment. Students participated in group discussions, and activities in a unique 1:1 ratio. crafted to push shalom students out of their comfort zones to become role models and ‘big buddies’ for at risk youth in the Bundaberg and greater region that encouraged openness and strengthened peer relationships.
We would like to thank the Bundaberg Chop Shop for their generous donation of food to support the program. Their contribution played a vital role in making the day possible. Acknowledgement also goes to Rice House, and to Scott Whitelaw and Cheryl Petersen (Campus Minister) for their support, guidance, and facilitation throughout the day.
Programs like Head to Heart benefit not only the students involved, but also the wider Shalom and Bundaberg communities. They help build emotional resilience, community spirit, and shared understanding, all of which are essential to a healthy school culture.
We look forward to continuing to support initiatives like these that enrich the lives of our students and strengthen our school community.
Mr Ryan Smith
Edmund Rice Camp Coordinator
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 Year 11 and Year 10 students.
Wednesday 30 April Mr David Gahan's 11RAE D & G
Wednesday 7 May Ms Trish Ingall's 11SOR A & B
Wednesday 14 May Brett Wyatt's 11 RAE F & I
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@rok.catholic.edu.au
Pathways News
HIGHLIGHTS
SHINING STARS
- This week we shine a light on Year 12, 2016 graduate Amaru Brown and his career in the ADF
CAREER SPOTLIGHT
- Explore a career as an Armoured Crewman in the ADF
- Career Pathways in Language & Interpretation
ADDITIONAL LEARNING
- Why Industry growth is important in planning your future career
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
- Glencore Coal Qld Apprenticeship Program 2026 – Applications Open Now
- Don’t forget to check the Pathways SIA page jobs board for more employment opportunities.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Defence Work Experience – placements available now!
EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
- Pathway to Apprenticeship for Girls at Ergon Network & Energex – Online – Thursday 1 May 2025
UNIVERSITY
- JCU Announce their ‘Just for High School Students” webpage
UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS
- JMC Academy Brisbane Open Day – Saturday 23 May, 2025 9.45am-2.00pm
Design Your Future, One Step at a Time
Here is this week’s Pathways Newsletter
The Pathways Team
Mrs Liza O’Donnell, Mrs Kim Toll, Mrs Kathryn Laing & Ms Brigette McMahon
Liza_ODonnell@rok.catholic.edu.au
Kim_Toll@rok.catholic.edu.au
Kathryn_Laing@rok.catholic.edu.au
Brigette_McMcMahon@rok.catholic.edu.au
Congratulations to Riley M from Rice PC1.
In March this year, he competed in the Little Athletics States Championships in Brisbane.
Riley achieved a personal best in the triple jump event of 12.47 (50+cm ) placing Riley 2nd overall.
He also competed in the 100m sprint, placing 4th overall in the final with another personal best of 11.93secs.
A week later Riley spent the weekend in Perth competing in the Australian Junior Athletic National Championships. With an awesome triple jump of 12.83 metres (another new Personal best for Riley) he placed 4th in Australia, only 3cm off 3rd place!
An awesome effort. Well done!
If you would like to submit any sporting achievements about your child/children along with a photo, please email your submissions to Simon_Gills@rok.catholic.edu.au
Please note photo submissions must only include photos of students from Shalom.
You can also keep up to date with anything sport related via our Facebook page - Shalom College Sport.
Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships
Congratulations to the Shalom students who recently competed at the Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships for Elliott Heads Surf Lifesaving Club with very tricky conditions.
- Ben R 1st u15 Champion Lifesaver
- Aarj D 2nd u15 Male Surf Race and Quarter Final in the Board Race
- Ethan G 4th u14 Male Surf Race and Quarter Final in the Board Race
Junior Track Cycling Championships
In the last week of March, Shalom student Elise V proudly represented the QLD Junior National Track Cycling Team, competing in every event at the Junior Track Cycling Championships. Although she missed out on medalling by as little as one second, she delivered impressive performances. Her efforts contributed to securing QLD’s overall Championship win.
Elise’s results were as follows:
- 6th in the 2000m Individual Pursuit
- 8th in the Scratch Race
- 10th in the 200m Sprint Race
- 12th in the Points Race
- 15th in the Time Trial
Congratulations on a massive effort!
Table Tennis Finals Day
Both Shalom Open and Junior teams represented at the table tennis finals day on Friday 4 April.
The Junior team of Cooper L., Kayden L., Jacob D. and Cayden S. finished second after the regular rounds. In their semi-final, Shalom Juniors faced off against St Lukes 1 and had a convincing win of five matches to three. Cooper L. and Kayden L. were strong in not losing any of their match ups. In the final, the boys were up against the top team in the Junior Division – St Lukes 3. After a promising start with a win to Kayden L., it was one way traffic with St Lukes 3 winning the next five matches straight to claim overall victory.
The Open team of Oscar Q., William M. and Isaac M. finished first in the Open Division after the regular rounds. They trounced their semi-final opponents in St Lukes 5 by five matches to one. The boys continued their winning ways in the final against Kepnock with a five games to two win. While all three boys played well, Oscar Q. can claim overall bragging rights by not losing a match all day.
All of the Shalom players played in great spirit – putting in their best competitive effort while also enjoying their games. Each student is to be commended on their positive attitude, exceptional behaviour, and sportsmanship. Well done.
Shalom Junior Table Tennis team for Term 1, 2025 - Cooper L., Kayden L., Cayden S. and Jacob D.
Shalom Open Table Tennis team for Term 1, 2025 with their tournament trophy – Oscar Q, Isaac M. and William M.
Athletic Championships
Congratulations to Shalom student Riley M, who has had a huge couple of weeks in Athletics. Riley had an amazing last weekend in March at Little Athletics States Championships in Brisbane. A triple jump massive personal best of 12.47 (50+cm ) placing Riley 2nd and an awesome run in 100m placing 4th overall in the final with another PB 11.93secs.
A week later Riley spent the weekend in Perth competing in the Australia Junior Athletic National Championships. With an awesome triple jump of 12.83 metres (another new PB for Riley) he placed 4th in Australia, only 3cm off 3rd place!
Well done Riley, all your commitment and hard work has definitely paid off
Junior Athletic Championships
Congratulations to Shalom student Koby I who has been in Perth competing at the Australian Junior Athletic Championships. Koby has ‘walked’ away with a new pb of 14:32.55 and is now ranked 2nd Nationally in the Under 16 Men's 3000m Race Walk. Koby's hard work and dedication have paid off.
National Rowing Championships
During week 9, Rowing Australia held the 2025 National Championships in Tasmania. This attracted a record number of 2,100 athletes from all over the country, amongst them were 3 students who represented both Shalom College and Bundaberg Rowing Club. Max L (Yr 9), Wade C (Yr 9) and Sophie E (Yr 11) competed in a variety of boat classes, including single scull, double and quad. Despite being some of the youngest in their competing age groups, they still pushed themselves to ensure they progressed towards the finals. Often, it was only the top 1-3 placings who progressed to the next race, so there were many close battles to reach these positions. Whilst there were no podium finishes, it was certainly an experience to be had!
U17 Men’s Double - Heat – 4th → Repechage – 4th
U17 Men’s Quad - Heat – 4th → Repechage – 4th
Schoolgirls Single - Heat – 6th → Repechage – 3rd → Quarter-Final – 8th
U19 Women’s Double – Heat – 4th → Repechage – 5th
U19 Women’s Quad – Heat 5th → Repechage – 5th
Sports Coordinator
BDSSS Secretary & QRSS 10 -19yrs Cricket Executive Member
Simon_Gills@rok.catholic.edu.au
PLATINUM SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT
Shalom Netball is incredibly grateful for the unwavering support provided by The Waves Sports Club ❤
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END OF TERM BBQ BREAK-UP BREAKY
On the last day of term 1 we had a break-up Breaky for our Shalom Netball Community including our Coronis Academy, Vicki Wilson & QISSN Players, Team Officials & Supporters. It was a beautiful morning for togetherness and to wind down before the school holidays - We had over 90 people attend, definitely something to do again!
It was also an excellent opportunity for our Shalom Open Girls Head Coach, Mrs Kylee Johnstone, to announce her 2025 Team Captains - Congratulations to:
* Co-captains - Bree R and Mia A
* Vice-captains - Georgie A and Sarah D
Well done to these beautiful young ladies, we know you will do us proud and lead your team well.
Have a good Term 2 everyone❤
Mrs Nadia Tairawhiti
Shalom Netball Coordinator
Nadia_Tairawhiti@rok.catholic.edu.au
Thank you to the staff and students at the many and various services in the district.
Bargara
Bundaberg Civic
Woodgate
Childers
Sapphire, Central Queensland
Cordalba
Moore Park Beach
Women Veterans
Caledonian Pipe Band
Shalom students Mason B, Brendon G and Cameron M marched in 4 different Anzac Day marches with the Bundaberg Caledonian Pipe Band.
These 4 marches were: Bundaberg Dawn Service, Bargara Dawn Service, Bundaberg Civic Service and Moore Park Civic Service. Amazing effort!
Treble Makers
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Camps
Peter_Robinson@rok.catholic.edu.au
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.
Thanks to those Parents who have already completed this form for their child.
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 (Week 9).
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 - Touch and Oz-Tag with Erin Mitchell (Oval)
Option 3 - Basketball with Keenan Mullaney (SC or Hangar)
Tuesday
Option 1 - e-Sports with Gavin Hill (Computer labs)
Option 2 - M-Grills Running with Matt Grills (Oval)
Option 3 - Dance with Molly Sellers (Dance Room)
Thursday
Option 1 - Next-Jenner-ation Running with Rebecca Jenner (Oval)
Option 2 - Tennis with Brendan Maher (Tennis Courts)
Option 3 - e-Sports with Gavin Hill (Computer labs)
Option 4 - Cricket with Seci Sekinini (Cricket Nets and Oval)
Option 5 - Can-do-Crew visiting Gracehaven Retirement home with Nicole Anderson (Bus to and from Gracehaven)
Cost
The SCASA Fee is $25.00 per term for each student.
This is to help cover the afternoon tea and instructors/coach costs.
This flat fee of $25.00 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 approx. week 2 or 3 of term - you will receive an invitation on Parent Lounge regarding SCASA.
Please wait until week 2 or 3 of term then login to Parent Lounge to give permission for your child to attend SCASA and pay the $25.00 fee.
Once there, click on the ‘Tours and Excursions’ tab and you will find a link to SCASA Term 2 2025 - 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
Camps
Peter_Robinson@rok.catholic.edu.au
With support act Jaymon Bob (from Australian Idol Top 6 fame!)
- Join us for an inspiring and empowering evening
- Thursday 22 May 2025
- 5:30-8:30pm
- Shalom College Performing Arts Precinct
FRIDAY 2 MAY
9am - 3pm
Held at the old uniform shop (Shalom College, Student Services Building)
Shalom Rowing Mother’s Day Raffle. Oarsome prizes on offer.
Limited tickets so get in quick. Drawn before Mother’s Day.
Fundraising for a new boat.
This Term your son or daughter will be involved in an outdoor education camp, held at Chaverim. The camps will be in House Groups, so the students will go out with their Head of House. Students will participate in outdoor education activities as the camp is part of a three-year program.
These Outdoor Education programs aim to provide an additional approach to the personal and spiritual development of your child and the greater Shalom community. This three-year program has specific objectives designed to provide.
- An atmosphere of cooperation between students, which can be applied at school, in the family and on the sports field. This may be characterized by cooperation, encouragement and concern for fellow students.
- Knowledge, skills and attitudes that contribute to a sense of responsibility, self-reliance, cooperation and harmony within oneself, with other people, and with the natural environment.
- Opportunities for participants to develop knowledge, low level skills and attitudes for participation in a number of outdoor pursuits.
- Knowledge, skills and attitudes towards a ‘minimum impact ethic’ consistent with the environment in which activities take place.
Each participant involved in the program will be given the opportunity to:
- “Look into the mirror” to see how their behaviours, both good and bad, impact their fellow participants.
- Participate in physically and mentally challenging activities while remaining safe on physical, mental and emotional levels.
- Experience and practice Christian values by living and working together in an open and encouraging atmosphere.
- Develop low level skills in a number of outdoor activities as well as a basic understanding of the associated equipment and safety precautions.
- Experience achievement in a non-competitive ‘win-win’ environment.
The camp also gives the teacher and students the opportunity to get to know each other well.
NO PHONES ARE ALLOWED ON THESE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CAMPS AT CHAVERIM.
The staff in charge will collect phones at the start of camp and return them just before 3.00 pm on day three. Alternatively, keep the phone at home for safe keeping.
I am sure the students will survive without their phones for 3 days and then they can focus on the outdoor education opportunities. If students need to call home for any reason the staff will let them use the phone at the Chaverim office.
The students will be transported to Chaverim by the College bus on the first day of camp. Students will need to be at school by 8.30 am the morning of the camp; they will return to the College at approximately 2.45 pm in time to catch the bus etc on the third day of camp.
Please find attached:
- Camp Program
- Equipment List - Clothes should be functional and suitable for outdoor and adventure activities and provide adequate protection from the elements. Camp is not a time to be fashion conscious; clothes need to be very practical. Students are also to be reminded that Chaverim is a Shalom College campus and all the usual College expectations apply. The wearing of unnecessary jewellery, make-up and inappropriate clothing is not permitted.
- Administration of Medication to Students form - if your child requires medication while on Camp please complete the form and hand it to your Teacher prior to departing on Camp.
Please login to Parent Lounge to give permission for your child to attend the Camp.
Once there click on the ‘Events and Payments’ tab and you will find a link to Year 8 Camp. Here you will be able to give permission for your child to attend, as well as view details about the camp. You will also be asked to review and verify that your child’s medical details are correct.
To check your child’s medical information is current, please click on the ‘student details’ tab and go to ‘medical details’. Please make sure that the following sections are completed so that your child can participate in all activities on camp.
- Can Swim 25m
- Tetanus Up-To-Date
- Medicare Number
In the ‘medical conditions’ section, click ‘add new’ and you will see a drop-down box and notes section where you can also note any dietary requirements, sleeping issues and other details that you feel may be relevant to your child’s well-being at the camp. Once you are happy with the information you have provided, please click ‘verify’.
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 the Parent Lounge is current as teachers will use this information in case of an emergency and to support the wellbeing of your child.
If you require assistance with Parent Lounge login, please contact the office. If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact me here at the College by phone or email.
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Camps
Peter_Robinson@rok.catholic.edu.au
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 (520_absentees@rok.catholic.edu.au) 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 520_absentees@rok.catholic.edu.au or via the Parent Lounge (as per the process above - under Absentees).
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@rok.catholic.edu.au
The International Chemistry Competition
The ICQ stands out as a unique chemistry education initiative, providing a dynamic and focused exploration of chemistry for school students between years 7 - 12. It aims to kindle interest in chemistry and underscore the crucial role of chemists in society. Going beyond standard syllabus content, the Quiz is designed to be engaging and thought-provoking. With questions that encourage students to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios, ICQ is truly an international competition, attracting participants from Australia and across the world. Come explore the world of chemistry!
International Chemistry Quiz details:
Date: Wednesday 6 August
Time: Period 1
Place: Room yet to be allocated
Format: online test
Cost: $7.00
NB: Open to year 11 & 12 Chemistry students only
If you are interested in nominating for the ICQ, please email your expression of interest to Mrs Bishop Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au before the Friday 2 May 2025 (term 2).
Mrs Debbie Bishhop
Senior Teacher (Science)
STEM committee
Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au
Term 1: Tuesday 28 January – Friday 4 April (10 weeks)
Term 2: Tuesday 22 April – Friday 27 June (10 weeks)
Term 3: Monday 14 July – Friday 19 September (10 weeks)
Year 12 Formal: Saturday 6 September
Term 4: Tuesday 7 October – Thursday 4 December (9 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 $4.00
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Wraps $4.00
Bacon & Egg Burger with BBQ sauce $5.00
Fresh Salad Tub $4.50
Yoghurt Pots $4.00
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 2025 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.
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.
Mr Mark Algie
Tuckshop Convenor
Mark_Algie@rok.catholic.edu.au
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 Leanne_Barker@rok.catholic.edu.au
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 4 May |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
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Sunday 11 May |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
| Sunday 18 May | 6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
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| Sunday 25 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 4 May |
Bundaberg Croquet |
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Sunday 11 May |
Africa Volunteer Aide |
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Sunday 18 May |
Rotary Club of Bundaberg (Sunrise) |
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Sunday 25 May |
Rotary Central |
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@rok.catholic.edu.au
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.
Mental Health Resources
Youth Support
